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On April 19, 1971, Judge Charles H Older sentenced Susan Atkins, Patricia Krenwinkel, Leslie Van Houten, and what major asshat to death for their roles in the deaths of Sharon Tate and 6 others in Los Angeles on the nights of August 8 and 9, 1969?
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SERIAL KILLER CALENDAR - SERIAL KILLER TRADING CARDS- SERIAL KILLER MAGAZINE - SERIAL KILLER DVDS - MURDERABILLIA CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE BRIEF CHARLES MANSON BIO Charles Milles Manson (born November 12, 1934) is an American convict and career criminal, most known for his participation in the Tate-LaBianca murders of the late 1960s. Manson had spent most of his adult life in prison, initially for offenses such as car theft, forgery and credit card fraud. He also worked some time as a pimp. In the late 1960s, he became the leader of a group known as "The Family", and masterminded several brutal murders, most notoriously that of movie actress Sharon Tate (wife of the Polish movie director Roman Polanski), who was eight and a half months pregnant at the time. He was convicted of conspiracy to commit murder in what came to be known as the "Tate-La Bianca case", named after the victims, although he was not accused of committing the murders in person. The Sharon Tate Murders Quiet and secluded is just what the young movie star wanted. The canyons above Beverly Hills were far enough away from the noisy glitz of Hollywood to afford some privacy and space. Sharon Tate loved this place on Cielo Drive . To her it meant romance - romance with the man of her dreams and the father of her child, director Roman Polanski. It was cooler up there too, which was especially refreshing on that hot muggy Saturday night, the 9 th of August 1969. The beautiful young woman kept herself company with her attractive and sophisticated friends: Abigail Folger, the coffee heiress and her boyfriend Voytek Frykowski, and an internationally known hair stylist Jay Sebring. Sharon was eight months pregnant and very lonely for her husband who was away in Europe working on a film. Impromptu gatherings like this one on a weekend night were not at all unusual. The house was deliberately secluded but not completely insecure. Approximately 100 feet from the house was a locked gate and on the property was a guesthouse inhabited by an able-bodied young caretaker. That night the Kotts, Sharon's nearest neighbors who lived about 100 yards away, thought they heard a few gunshots coming from the direction of Sharon 's property sometime between 12:30 and 1 A.M. But since they heard nothing else, they went to bed. Around the same time, a man supervising a camp-out less than a mile away heard a chilling scream: "Oh, God, no, please don't! Oh, God, no, don't, don't..." He drove around the area, but found nothing unusual. Nearby a neighbor's dogs went into a barking frenzy somewhere between 2 and 3 A.M. He got out of bed and looked around, but found nothing amiss and went back to bed. A private security guard hired by some of the wealthy property owners thought he heard several gunshots a little after 4 A.M. and called his headquarters. Headquarters, in turn, called Los Angeles Police Department to report the disturbance. The LAPD officer said: "I hope we don't have a murder; we just had a woman-screaming call in that area." Winifred Chapman, Sharon Tate's housekeeper, got to the main gate of the house a little after 8 A.M. She noticed what looked like a fallen telephone wire hanging over the gate. She pushed the gate control mechanism and it swung open. As she walked up to the house, she saw an unfamiliar white Rambler parked in the driveway. When she got to the house, she took the housekey from its hiding place and unlocked the back door. Once inside the kitchen, she picked up the telephone and confirmed that it was a telephone wire that had fallen, completely knocking out all phone service. As she made her way toward the living room, she noticed that the front door was open and that there were splashes of red everywhere. Looking out the front door, she saw a couple of pools of blood and what appeared to be a body on the lawn. She shrieked and ran back through the house and down the driveway, passing close enough to the Rambler to see that there was yet another body inside the car. She ran over to the Kotts and banged on the door, but they were not home, so she ran to the
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SWDB Hall of Fame/Leading Actors - The Spaghetti Western Database SWDB Hall of Fame/Leading Actors From The Spaghetti Western Database Tony Anthony October 16, 1937 (Clarksburg West Virginia, USA)- Born Antonio Pettito, Anthony not only starred in several memorable Spaghetti Westerns, but was a producer, writer or both in all of these films as well. He first starred as the “Stranger” in A Stranger in Town (1967). Released by MGM and passed off as an imitation of the “Dollars Trilogy”, Anthony nevertheless brought his own unique spin to the titular character. Anthony played the role more vulnerable and sneaky than his Clint Eastwood counterpart and the film became a sleeper hit. Anthony went on reprise his role as “The Stranger” in two sequels, The Stranger Returns (1967) and The Silent Stranger aka The Stranger in Japan (1968). He starred in the Zatoichi inspired Blindman (1971). The film was also a big hit and remains his best known role. He also starred in the bizarre fantasy western, Get Mean (1976), which is considered to be an unofficial forth entry in the “Stranger” series of films. His last Spaghetti Western vehicle was the 3D film Comin’ At Ya! (1981) which was successful enough in the states to help set off 3D films as a brief fad in the early 1980s. Besides westerns, Anthony also starred in the 3D adventure film, Treasure of the Four Crowns (1983). He also helped to produce Wild Orchid (1989) and the TV western, Dollar for the Dead (1998). Year of Induction: 2012 Clint Eastwood May 31, 1930 (San Francisco California, USA)- He starred in only three Spaghetti Westerns, yet he is easily the most recognizable face in the genre. The three Sergio Leone directed films, A Fistful of Dollars (1964), For a Few Dollars More (1965), and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966) catapulted Eastwood to worldwide stardom, with each successive film grander than the previous. Initially derided by the critics, the films are now generally recognized as masterpieces. Today, those three films, and Eastwood’s unforgettable portrayal of the laconic, anti-hero, “The Man With No Name”, have embedded themselves into the mainstream consciousness. Eastwood’s iconic role paved the way and set the standard for other Spaghetti Western stars. Eastwood returned to America and used his success in the Spaghetti Western genre as a launching pad for his legendary, multi-decade long career in Hollywood as both an actor and director in westerns and non-westerns alike, including Dirty Harry (1971), The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976), and Gran Torino (2008). His crowning achievements are perhaps his western Unforgiven (1992), and the boxing drama Million Dollar Baby (2004), both of which he starred, directed, and won two Oscars for each. But even with all his Hollywood super-stardom, his roles in the “Man With No Name" trilogy remain among his most iconic achievement in film. Year of Induction: 2010 Gianni Garko aka John Garko July 15, 1935 (Zadar, Italy now Croatia)- Born Giovanni Garkovich, Garko was initially billed as Gary Hudson in his first two Spaghetti Westerns, but was later billed as John Garko in many of his subsequent films. Garko is best known for portraying one of the most popular and iconic characters in the Spaghetti Western genre, “ Sartana ”, in four films. Garko played unrelated characters sharing the same name in two other films as well. The Sartana character, an almost superhuman gunfighter and gambler who combined elements of James Bond and Mandrake the Magician became so popular in Europe that many unofficial sequels were spawned. Garko himself appeared in a total of 14 Spaghetti Westerns from 1966 to 1973 (of which 5 were directed by long time collaborator Giuliano Carnimeo), many of them experiencing strong box office success and continued acclaim from fans. He also appeared in Bad Man's River (1971), alongside Lee Van Cleef. A handsome, talented and versatile actor, Garko has a total of 99 film and television credits to his name in a variety of genres in a career spanning almost 50 years, including the Oscar nominated Kapo (1959
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Which English all-rounder announced his retirement from cricket in July 1993?
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10 Best Cricket All Rounders Ever - List Dose 10 Best Cricket All Rounders Ever Article by anitha , August 2, 2014 Hailing from a country that worships cricket, cricketers become our gods. All rounder cricketers are rare, they are a brilliant combination of grit, strength, confidence and most of all, great skills. Who doesn’t love a cricketer who can bowl and bat with the same ease and skill? Over the decades that the cricketing legacy spans through, once in a while an all rounder comes to the center to amaze and inspire the million plus audience that relishes and follows the game. For those of you that love cricket, here is a list of the ten most amazing and awe-inspiring cricket all rounders to have graced the world with their presence. 10.Tony Greig Born on 6th October 1946, he was an English test cricket all-rounder. He is often regarded by the cricketing community as one of England’s finest cricketing all-rounders. He hails from a family of a number of first-class level playing cricketers. His own brother, Ian Greig is also a well known test cricket playing cricketer. Towards the end of his career as a player, he turned commentator. He also captained the English team for a period of two years between the years 1975 to 1977. He also brought upon himself many controversies owing to statements made in what was considered to be in bad taste against the West Indian team. He passed away at the age of sixty-six in Sydney owing to lung cancer. 9. Shaun Pollock Shaun Pollock, a South African cricketer, is a right handed batsman and a right armed fast medium bowler. A line and length seam bowler, he has a cricketing legacy handed down to him from a family of fine cricketers. After playing three hundred and three One Day International cricket matches, he announced his retirement from all forma of the game in the year 2008. He made his test debut in the year 1995 against England. He is the first South African player to have taken 400 test wickets, and is the tenth player world over to have achieved the feat. 8. Jacques Kallis When we speak of all-rounders, there is no way one would forget the two words: Jacques Kallis. A South African cricketer, Kallis made his test debut in the year 1995 in a test match against England, and made his debut in One Day International cricket in the following year, also in a match against England. He is a right handed batsman and a right handed fast medium swing bowler. He holds the world record of being perhaps the only cricketer to have made 11,000 runs and taken 250 wickets in the two major formats of the game: Test and ODI. This year, 2013, Kallis was named one of Wisden cricketers of the year. 7. Richard Benaud Often referred to as Richie Benaud, he is one of the greatest test all rounders the sport has ever seen. He helped Australia gain the top spot, a legacy that continues even today. He helped bring back the ashes, which his team was able to do twice under his able captaincy. He was a vivacious and versatile batsman as well as a bowler and he managed pack his flexible skill set with a punch, effectively putting the opposite team in jeopardy, along with his able team-mates. He was described to be one of the most influential cricketers since the second world-war by Gideon Haigh. In 2009, ICC included him in their coveted ICC Cricket Hall of Fame and two years before that he was made part of the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame. He also holds the record for being the third cricketer in cricketing history to make the fastest century (38 minutes) in terms of time on pitch, not balls faced and the second Australian to have achieved this milestone. Richie Benaud is also the author of fourteen books, all of them about the glorious sport that he contributed so much too. His contributions to the sport are not limited to playing on field and writing about it, they are multi-faceted in nature. 6. Richard Hadlee Sir Richard Hadlee was knighted in the year 1990 for his services towards the sport of cricket. He is one of the most prominent all-rounders in cricketing history. He was a right arm pace bowler
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The Ashes Legends – Shane Warne: The Ball of the Century The Ashes Legends – Shane Warne: The Ball of the Century Tribute 09 Jul 2013, 03:42 IST The Ball of the Century: Shane Warne’s first delivery in Ashes to Mike Gatting “Gatting has absolutely no idea what has happened to him.. Still doesn’t know.” Richie Benaud said this on 4th June 1993, after Shane Warne clean bowled Mike Gatting with the most celebrated cricket delivery of all time, and chances are high that Gatting is still clueless and searching for the answers to the delivery. It was the moment when Shane Keith Warne, the superstar, had truly arrived. The 23 year old relatively unknown cricketer was suddenly catapulted into stardom with his first delivery in test cricket on English soil and was the beginning of a period of his dominance over the English batsmen, which lasted for more than a decade. It was also the moment, which brought about the revival of the art of leg spin bowling. It was the first test of the year’s Ashes, being played at Old Trafford. Shane Warne, despite showing early promise, had a quiet start to his career, having taken 31 wickets in 11 tests at a very modest average of 30.80, coming into the series. In the warm-up games leading to the Ashes, Warne was told by skipper Allan Border to not give the English players a glimpse of his trickery and prevent them from getting familiar with his bowling. The Old Trafford pitch suited spin and the English team played two spinners in Phil Tufnell and Peter Such. But the Aussies went into the match with three pacers and the inexperienced Warne as the lone spinner. English captain Graham Gooch won the toss and invited the Aussies to bat first. Despite Mark Taylor ’s century, the visitors could manage only a moderate total of 289 in their first innings. In reply, the English team was at the score of 80 for 1, losing Mike Atherton to Merv Hughes, with Gooch and Gatting at the crease. It was then that Border tossed the ball to his spinner Warne with Gatting, an excellent player of spin and batting at 4*, to face his bowling, and the story of “the ball” began. Taking a slow and short run up of a few paces, Warne rolled his right arm over and bowled a leg break to Gatting. The rapidly spinning ball bounced several inches outside the right handed Gatting’s leg stump. It seemed as if the ball would end up being a casual first ball to loosen up, and drift down the leg side. The batsman’s response was to thrust his left leg forward towards the pitch of the ball, and pushed his bat next to the pad. It was a commonly used tactic by batsmen, as they couldn’t be given out LBW to a ball landing outside the leg stump, and in case the ball hit the bat, it would quickly and safely bounce to the ground. However, the ball ended up spinning far more than expected, and went past the outside edge of Gatting’s bat, going on to hit the top of the off stump and dislodging the bails. The look on Gatting’s face as he saw his stumps disturbed was priceless, and Gooch, who was watching from the other end of the pitch, later remarked, “He looked as though someone had just nicked his lunch!” Dickie Bird, umpiring from the bowler’s end, rates the delivery as one of the best he ever umpired in a 23 year career. After the delivery, he told Warne “Shane, you’ll put your name in the record books”. And Warne surely didn’t disappoint. Warne went on to take four wickets each in both innings of the English team in the match to help Australia win by 179 runs. But it was his very first delivery of the game, which totally bamboozled Gatting that has become the stuff of cricketing legends. It is still remembered fondly today by cricket fans worldwide. More importantly, as pointed out by Mark Taylor, the real legacy of the ball was the revival of the art of leg spin bowling, which was beginning to go stale. The delivery made people get up and notice that a leg spinner could be as effective in troubling the batsmen as a super fast pacer could. Warne recently modestly called the delivery “a fluke… I was lucky for it to happen… It was meant to
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In which year were both the Queen and Marilyn Monroe born?
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Marilyn Monroe - Biography - IMDb Marilyn Monroe Biography Showing all 282 items Jump to: Overview (5) | Mini Bio (2) | Spouse (3) | Trade Mark (4) | Trivia (133) | Personal Quotes (116) | Salary (19) Overview (5) 5' 5½" (1.66 m) Mini Bio (2) Marilyn Monroe was born Norma Jeane Mortenson at the Los Angeles County Hospital on June 1, 1926. Her mother Gladys Pearl Baker was a film-cutter at Consolidated Film Industries. Marilyn's father's identity was never known. Because Gladys was mentally and financially unable to care for young Marilyn, Gladys placed her in the care of a foster family, The Bolenders. Although the Bolender family wanted to adopt Marilyn, Gladys was eventually able to stabilize her lifestyle and took Marilyn back in her care when Marilyn was 7 years old. However, shortly after regaining custody of Marilyn, Gladys had a complete mental breakdown and was diagnosed as a paranoid schizophrenic and was committed to a state mental hospital. Gladys spent the rest of her life going in and out of hospitals and did not have contact with Marilyn ever again. Gladys outlived her daughter, dying in 1984. Marilyn was then taken in by Gladys' best friend Grace Goddard, who, after a series of foster homes, placed Marilyn into the Los Angeles Orphan's Home in 1935. Marilyn was traumatized by her experience there despite the Orphan's Home being an adequate living facility. Grace Goddard eventually took Marilyn back to live with her in 1937 although this stay did not last long as Grace's husband began molesting Marilyn. Marilyn went to live with Grace's Aunt Ana after this incident, although due to Aunt Ana's advanced age she could not care properly for Marilyn. Marilyn once again for the third time had to return to live with the Goddard's. The Goddard's planned to relocated and according to law, could not take Marilyn with them. She only had two choices: return to the orphanage or get married. Marilyn was only 16 years old. She decided to marry a neighborhood friend named James Dougherty; he went into the military, she modeled, they divorced in 1946. She owned 200 books (including Tolstoy, Whitman, Milton), listened to Beethoven records, studied acting at the Actors' lab in Hollywood, and took literature courses at UCLA downtown. 20th Century Fox gave her a contract but let it lapse a year later. In 1948, Columbia gave her a six-month contract, turned her over to coach Natasha Lytess and featured her in the B movie Ladies of the Chorus (1948) in which she sang three numbers : "Every Baby Needs a Da Da Daddy", "Anyone Can Tell I Love You" and "The Ladies of the Chorus" with Adele Jergens (dubbed by Virginia Rees) and others. Joseph L. Mankiewicz saw her in a small part in The Asphalt Jungle (1950) and put her in All About Eve (1950), resulting in 20th Century re-signing her to a seven-year contract. Niagara (1953) and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) launched her as a sex symbol superstar. When she went to a supper honoring her in the The Seven Year Itch (1955), she arrived in a red chiffon gown borrowed from the studio (she had never owned a gown). That same year, she married and divorced baseball great Joe DiMaggio (their wedding night was spent in Paso Robles, California). After The Seven Year Itch (1955), she wanted serious acting to replace the sexpot image and went to New York's Actors Studio. She worked with director Lee Strasberg and also underwent psychoanalysis to learn more about herself. Critics praised her transformation in Bus Stop (1956) and the press was stunned by her marriage to playwright Arthur Miller . True to form, she had no veil to match her beige wedding dress so she dyed one in coffee; he wore one of the two suits he owned. They went to England that fall where she made The Prince and the Showgirl (1957) with Laurence Olivier , fighting with him and falling further prey to alcohol and pills. Two miscarriages and gynecological surgery followed. So did an affair with Yves Montand . Work on her last picture The Misfits (1961), written for her by departing husband Miller was interrupted by exhaust
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The Queen's Diamond Jubilee in United Kingdom Home Calendar Holidays United Kingdom The Queen's Diamond Jubilee The Queen's Diamond Jubilee in United Kingdom Tuesday, June 5, 2012, was a bank holiday to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee in the United Kingdom. Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by members of her family on a Buckingham Palace balcony in June 2015. Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by members of her family on a Buckingham Palace balcony in June 2015. ©iStockphoto.com/cheekylorns What Do People Do? Moreover, the late May bank holiday was moved to Monday, June 4, 2012, giving people across the UK a four-day long weekend. Many people had a day off work or school to celebrate the bank holiday on June 5, 2012. The celebrations of the Queen’s 60-year reign included: A Diamond Jubilee Medal was commissioned. A UK-wide competition for towns to bid for city status. Royal Borough status was granted to Greenwich, which has a long-standing association with the Windsor family. Buckingham Palace organized many events centered on the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, while the UK’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) coordinated government-led activities in celebrating this special occasion. Public Life Government offices, schools, post offices and most businesses are closed on UK bank holidays. Background Queen Elizabeth II is the head of state of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK) and 15 other Commonwealth realms. She is the daughter of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. Born in 1926 in London, Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was named after her mother, while her two middle names are those of her paternal great-grandmother, Queen Alexandra, and her paternal grandmother, Queen Mary. She is the great-great-granddaughter of Queen Victoria (1819–1901). Queen Victoria, who reigned from 1837, is the only other British monarch to celebrate a Diamond Jubilee, in 1897. Wartime Wedding Elizabeth married Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten–now Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh–at Westminster Abbey on November 20, 1947. The event was simple, as Britain was still recovering from World War II. The Queen came to the throne on February 6, 1952, and her coronation took place on June 2, 1953. She celebrated her Silver Jubilee in 1977 (25 years on the throne) and her Golden Jubilee in 2002 (50 years on the throne). In 2002, she visited 70 cities and towns in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland over 38 days from May to August. People all over the world held street parties, garden parties, and other events to celebrate the Golden Jubilee. The Queen and Prince Philip have four children, with Prince Charles–now the Prince of Wales–as heir apparent to the throne. Symbols British flags, stamps, and coins all represent the Crown in different ways. The most notable symbols of the monarchy in the UK are the Crown Jewels and Regalia, the Honours of Scotland (the Scottish Crown Jewels) and the Principality of Wales. Other symbols include the Great Seal and the monarch’s personal emblems such as the Royal Standard and Coats of Arms. Buildings such as Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse are also seen to represent the monarchy in the UK. The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Observances The Queen's Diamond Jubilee was only observed in the year 2012. Weekday
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Which member of the band Take That has a twin brother named Justin?
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Jason Orange - IMDb IMDb Soundtrack | Actor Member of Take That-one of the most successful british bands of all time. Has a twin brother named Justin who works as a DJ in the Manchester area. Has 5 brothers total. Parents divorced when he was young. Used to make appearanced on the Britsh show "The Hitman and Her". Has stayed out of the music industry since the Take That split. See full bio » Born: a list of 100 people created 04 Jan 2013 a list of 101 people created 21 Apr 2013 a list of 81 people created 19 Aug 2013 a list of 68 people created 13 Apr 2014 a list of 74 people created 20 May 2014 Do you have a demo reel? Add it to your IMDbPage How much of Jason Orange's work have you seen? User Polls - Paul Burrell (2016) ... (writer: "Patience" - uncredited) - Tamara Beckwith (2016) ... (writer: "Rule the World" - uncredited) Coronation Street (TV Series) (writer - 2 episodes, 2015) (performer - 1 episode, 2015) - Episode #1.8693 (2015) ... (writer: "Greatest Day" - uncredited) - Episode #1.8692 (2015) ... (performer: "Greatest Day" - uncredited) / (writer: "Greatest Day" - uncredited) Dancing on Ice (TV Series) (performer - 2 episodes, 2014) (writer - 2 episodes, 2014) - Week 1: The Skate-Off (2014) ... (performer: "Patience" - uncredited) / (writer: "Patience" - uncredited) - Week 1 (2014) ... (performer: "Patience" - uncredited) / (writer: "Patience" - uncredited) The X Factor (TV Series) (writer - 3 episodes, 2008 - 2012) (performer - 1 episode, 2008) - Live Final (2012) ... (writer: "Rule the World" - uncredited) - Live Show 1 (2012) ... (writer: "Rule the World" - uncredited) - Episode #5.23 (2008) ... (performer: "Greatest Day" - uncredited) - Auditions 1 (2008) ... (writer: "Rule The World", "Patience" - uncredited) 2011 The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (TV Series) (writer - 1 episode) - Episode #20.47 (2011) ... (writer: "5 O'clock" - uncredited) 2011 X-Men: First Class (writer: "Love Love" - as Orange) 2010 Dragons' Den (TV Series) (writer - 1 episode) - What Happened Next: Duncan Bannatyne (2010) ... (writer: "Who'd Have Known" - uncredited) Live from Studio Five (TV Series) (writer - 2 episodes, 2010) (performer - 1 episode, 2010) - Episode #1.137 (2010) ... (performer: "Shine", "Patience", "Rule the World") / (writer: "Shine", "Patience", "Rule the World")
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Take That's Jason Orange quits; bandmates say it's a huge loss 25/09/14 Jason Orange has announced he has left Take That and will not be recording a new album with the band. He said there had been "no fallings out" and he had "spent some of the best years" of his life with them. The 44-year-old has issued a statement to say he did not want to "commit" to making and promoting a new album. His bandmates, Gary Barlow, Howard Donald and Mark Owen, said his departure was "a huge loss". Image caption The band were rejoined by Robbie Williams in 2010. The band formed in 1990, split up in 1996 but four of the five members re-formed for a successful comeback in 2005. In a statement Orange said: "I want to start by saying how proud I am of what we have achieved together over the years. "I have spent some of the best years of my life with Take That and I'd like to thank everyone who has been a part of my journey, including my band mates, who I feel are like brothers to me. "Most especially my gratitude goes to all of the good and kind, beautiful and ever-loyal fans of the band, without whom none of this could have been possible. Thank-you." Orange said he was "proud" of what the band had achieved since forming in 1990, including a hugely successful comeback in 2005. Image caption Take That performed at the 2012 Olympics closing ceremony. "At the end of The Progress Tour I began to question whether it might be the right time for me to not continue on with Take That," he said. "At the start of this year and with my full knowledge and blessing the guys began writing new material. "There have been no fallings out, only a decision on my part that I no longer wish to do this. "I know how much Mark, Gary and Howard enjoy writing and making music, and they know that they have my full support and encouragement to continue on with what is to be another chapter for the band." Image caption Founding member Robbie Williams, left the band in 1995 but rejoined for an album in 2010 A joint statement from the remaining bandmates said: "We first became aware of Jason's reservations a couple of years ago but had hoped that by giving him the desired time and space he may begin to feel differently. "This has not been the case and we now have to accept and fully respect his decision which we know hasn't been an easy one." After the band got back together in 2005, they were were briefly rejoined by fifth founder member Robbie Williams for the 2010 album Progress. The singer famously left the band in 1995 after many disagreements with the management and group members. Williams went on to launch a hugely successful solo career, which saw his first seven albums each reach number one in the UK. Image caption Jason Orange, along with Robbie Williams, were the only members not to face accusations of tax avoidance Jason Orange and Robbie Williams were the only members of Take That not to face accusations of tax avoidance after Barlow, Donald, Owen and their manager Jonathan Wild reportedly invested £66m into two partnerships styled as music industry investment schemes. Barlow finally broke months of silence on the controversy earlier this month and apologised on Twitter for the "tax stories", before telling fans the band were working on a new studio album. In the early 1990s, Take That had a string of number one hits including Back For Good, Pray and Relight My Fire. After spending nearly a decade apart the band launched their come back with Take That's Ultimate tour in 2006. Follow @BBCNewsbeat on Twitter and Radio1Newsbeat on YouTube
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Biographies of Percy L. Spencer Inventors Highest Rated Percy L. Spencer ( 1894 - 1970 ) Category ( Inventors ) [ suggest a correction ] He was known as the inventor of the microwave but even though he possessed an ingenious mind, Percy L Spencer didn’t live a life of ease in the early years. Born in Maine, Percy was left an orphan at a young age. He never graduated from a traditional school but his brains carried him through life and never failed him. Percy L Spencer invented the microwave oven in 1945 which was after World War II. What is known today as a conventional kitchen feature began as a very unconventional discovery. Spencer discovered the microwave because he was at one of the Raytheon Companies when he noticed a sudden and odd feeling surge through his body. Around the same time, Percy Spencer realized that his chocolate candy bar was melting. As he noted these strange and peculiar happenings, he also recognized that both were a result of where he chose to stand. Standing in front of a magnetron, Percy realized the power tube that drives the radar set was also capable of doing much more. He immediately took some kernels of popcorn and held it up to the magnetron. He watched with curiosity and splendid amazement as popcorn formed. From the experiment conducted at Raytheon, the microwave was developed. The first oven was basically developed for the use in commercial settings like restaurants and ocean vessels or railroad cars. These ovens weighed around seven hundred and fifty pounds. Today, the microwave oven is a familiar appliance in many homes across the world. Percy L. Spencer died in 1970. He left behind a lifetime of accomplishments. During his time at Raytheon, not only did he invent the microwave but he also held the position of Senior Vice-President of Raytheon. Percy L. Spencer secured over one hundred patents during his lifetime. Rating 5
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What is the name of the convenience store clerk in the Simpsons? | Celebrity Ethnicity · What is Nationality Race Background of Celebrities? Celebrity Ethnicity · What is Nationality Race Background of Celebrities? celebrities ethnicities, famous people quotes, hollywood gossip ethics, what is height weight, celebrity biography nationality Popular Posts Paul Pierce ethnicity , heritage, race, religion, ethics, hair and eye color, background, weight and height. paul pierce wife dunking ... Labels What is the name of the convenience store clerk in the Simpsons? -Apu Nahasapeemapetilon (name ethnicity Indian American) Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kwik-E-Mart 1) What is Lisa's favorite cartoon? The Happy Little Elves (If you said "Itchy and Scratchy," you are also right.) 2) What is Bart's favorite cartoon? Itchy and Scratchy 3) Who is Lisa's musical idol? Bleedin' Gums Murphy 4) What is the school Principal's name? Seymour Skinner 5) What are the names of Marge's sisters? Patty and Selma 6) Which one has devoted her life to celibacy? Patty 7) What is the name of the convenience store clerk? Apu 8) What does Krusty the Clown endorse? Pork Products 9) What is the name of Homer's favorite Bar? Moe's Tavern 10) What is the full name of the founder of Springfield? Jebadiah Obediah Zacharia Jedediah Springfield 11) What was the name of the three-eyed fish? Blinky 12) What is Marge's maiden name? Bouvier 13) What is Homer's favorite food? Pork Chops 14) What is Homer's boss's name? Charles Montgomery Burns 15) What was his (Homer's boss) campaign jingle? "Only a moron wouldn't cast his vote for Monty Burns!" 16) What is the Simpson's dog's name? Santa's Little Helper 17) What was the name of the space aliens' book? How to Cook for Forty Humans 18) What instrument does Lisa play? Saxophone 19) Who was the voice of Homer's half-brother? Danny DeVito 20) What did Bart's tattoo say? MOTH 21) Complete this phrase: 'I'm Bart Simpson, ...' 'who the hell are you?' 22) What is Homer's favorite Beer? Duff 23) Who wrote the theme music? Danny Elfman 24) What is the Bus driver's name? Otto 25) What is '20 tons and 4 stories of car crunching, firebreathing, prehistoric insanity'? Truckasaurus 26) How old is Bart? 10 27) What did Bart and Lisa sing in the Karaoke bar in the sushi restaurant? Theme song to 'Shaft' 28) How did Bart get kicked out of heaven? Spit over the side of the escalator 29) What year did Homer and Marge meet? 1974 30) What did Bart use to defoliate the school yard? Sodium Tetrasulfate 31) Who is the voice of Marge? Julie Kavner 32) What is the name of the Governor? Mary Bailey 33) Who was Marge's bowling instructor? Jacques 34) What was the name of Krusty's evil companion? Sideshow Bob 35) What is the full name of the Simpson's family doctor? Dr. Julius Hibert 36) Which of the following movies were not referenced in various episodes: The Karate Kid, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Vertigo Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 37) What did Homer get when he was promoted? (The key to ___________________) the Executive Washroom 38) On what TV show did the Simpson's originate? the Tracy Ullman show 39) What was the name of Homer's hair chemical solution? Dimoxinil 40) In what sector of the nuclear power plant does Homer work? 7G 41) What was the code name of the Albanian spy that stayed with the Simpson's when Bart went to France? Sparrow 42) Who won the miniature golf tournament? It was a draw 43) What was the name of Homer's confidante and one-time secretary? Karl 44) How did the Simpson's pay for their family therapy session? Hocked their TV 45) What was the name of the doctor who conducted the family therapy? Dr. Marvin Monroe 46) What is the Reverend's name? Lovejoy 47) Who is the girlfriend of the Sushi chef? Ms. Krabapple 48) What foreign language does Bart speak? French 49) What is the name of Homer's boss's assistant? Smith
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History of Computers and Computing, Calculating tools, Logarithms natural numbers 1 2 4 8 16 32 64 128 256 512 1024 . And the series below is an arithmetic one whose values are the corresponding base 2 logarithms: logarithms 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 . It had long been known that if you take any two numbers in the arithmetic progression, say 3 and 4, their sum, 7, would indicate the position of the term in the geometric series that is the product of the terms in the corresponding positions of the geometric series, e.g., 3 + 4 = 7 and 8 x 16 = 128 (the third times the fourth = the seventh). This is starting to look very much like our own conception of logarithms as being the powers to which some base number is raised, a concept that was not understood in Napier's time. Often the use of a good form of notation will suggest some basic mathematical principle. Our use of indices to indicate the power to which a number is being raised seems to have an obvious connection with logarithms, but without this form of notation, the connection is vague at best. John Napier came at the idea of logarithms not by algebra and indices but by way of geometry. When first thinking about this subject, he used the term artificial number but later created the term logarithm from two Greek words—λoγoς and αριθμός, meaning word, ratio and number respectively. He decided to use this term because his logarithms were based on the concept of points moving down lines in which the velocity of one point was based on the ratio of the lengths of the line on either side of it. In the end of 1614 one of the most famous English mathematicians of the day, Henry Briggs (1561-1631), who was a Professor of Geometry at Gresham College, London, obtained a copy of Napier's Descriptio and, by March of the following year wrote that: Napier, lord of Markinston, hath set my head and hands at work with his new and admirable logarithms. I hope to see him this summer, if it please God; for I never saw a book which pleased me better, and made me more wonder . Briggs immediately began to popularize the concept of logarithms in his lectures and even began to work on a modified version of the tables. Working together with Napier for some time (he was able to visit Napier twice at his baronial estate), later on Briggs will propose that the base of the logarithms should be changed in order to make them easier to use, thus we have 10 based logarithms, and in 1624 published tables, containing the logs of the numbers from 1 to 20,000 and from 90,000 to 100,000 all calculated to 14 decimal places. In order to make calculations by means of logarithms, we have to use tables with logarithms. If we have to multiply two numbers, we have to find their logarithms in the table, to add the logarithms, and then to find in the table the number, which logarithm corresponds to the sum of logarithms. But what to do, if this logarithm cannot be find in the table? Let's for example suppose, that we have only a table with decimal logarithms of the integers up to 1000, but we need a logarithm of a fractional number, e.g. 7,93. As long as log10(7,93)=log10(793)–log10(100) So, needed logarithm can be found by subtraction of 2 (this is the decimal logarithm of 100) from the logarithm of 793. Of course, the usefulness of the decimal logarithms is due to our decimal numbering system. It was not only Briggs who was impressed by Napier's Descriptio. In 1617, Johann Kepler first saw the Descriptio in Prague. He was too busy to pay it much attention, as during this period that he was hard at work on his third law of planetary motion, but did acknowledge its existence in a letter to his friend Wilhelm Schickard , the creator of the first mechanical calculator in the world , where he indicated: A Scottish baron has started up, his name I cannot remember, but he has put forth some wonderful mode by which all necessity of multiplications and divisions are commuted to mere additions and subtractions. A year later, Kepler wrote to Napier expressing his admiration and letting him know that he must publish
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Oughtred Society Slide Rule History. Slide Rule History Prologue In the 16th Century, engineering design as we know it today, with its emphasis on precise measurements and finely calculated tolerances, is unthinkable. And yet, every scientist, mathematician and alchemist feels that there are basic fundamental mathematical relationships that underpin the natural world. The pre-eminent figures in science both contribute to the creation of the slide rule and make use of it in their work, including Galileo, Napier, Gunter, Oughtred, Newton, Gauss, Watt, Priestley, Fulton, Fuller, Einstein, Fermi, and Von Braun. A quick look at the first five of these men covers the creation and initial evolution of the slide rule. Just Before the Slide Rule Galileo Galilei popularizes the sector at the very end of the 16th Century. The sector is a graduated ruler that uses trigonometric formulae and a caliper to calculate squares, cubes, reciprocals and tangents of numbers. Galileo's design of the sector as a mathematical tool can be seen as the moment when calculation aids cease to be based upon counting and instead exploit the deeper relationships among numbers. His invention is still in use as a navigation aid in the 20th century … 300 years later. John Napier dramatically advances the understanding of number relationships in 1614 with his invention of logarithms. Since logarithms are the foundation on which the slide rule is built, its history rightly begins with him. His early concept of simplifying mathematical calculations through logarithms makes possible the slide rule as we know it today. Chronology of the Slide Rule Napier himself contributes Napier's Bones in 1617, calculating sticks based on the gelosia, or lattice, multiplication method. In 1620 Edmund Gunter of London makes a straight logarithmic scale and performs multiplication and division on it with the use of a set of dividers, or calipers. In about 1622 William Oughtred, an Anglican minister … today recognized as the inventor of the slide rule … places two such scales side by side and slides them to read the distance relationships, thus multiplying and dividing directly. He also develops a circular slide rule. In 1675 Sir Isaac Newton solves cubic equations using three parallel logarithmic scales and makes the first suggestion toward the use of the cursor. In 1677, two years after Newton invents the cursor, Henry Coggeshall perfects the timber and carpenter's rule. Newton's cursor fails to catch on at the time. The Coggeshall rule remains in common use 200 years later. His design and its standardization move the slide rule from a tool of mathematical inquiry to specialized applications. Beginning in 1683, Thomas Everard popularizes the gauging rule, used to determine the content of ale, wine and spirits barrels and to calculate the excise tax thereon. This design, first created by William Oughtred in 1633, sees widespread use well into the 19th century. In 1722 John Warner, a London instrument dealer, uses square and cube scales. By 1790 James Boulton and James Watt are modifying slide rules to improve their accuracy and usefulness. By 1799 their Soho slide rule helps to usher in the Industrial Revolution. It facilitates the design and manufacture of their seminal machine, the steam engine. In 1815 Peter Roget, an English physician (and the author of Roget's Thesaurus), invents a log log scale, which he uses to calculate roots and powers to any number or fraction thereof. It is regarded at the time as a mathematical curiosity. Fifty years later, advances in electrical engineering, thermodynamics, dynamics and statics, and industrial chemistry make these scales so necessary they are rediscovered. In the next fifty years they increase from three, to six, to eight scales on the slide rule, as engineering extends its grip on modern computation. In 1851 a French artillery officer named Amedee Mannheim standardizes a set of four scales for the most common calculation problems. The four scales include two double length, named A & B, for squares and square roo
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The Novels of Anne Brontë The Novels of Anne Brontë Literary Critiques Anne had firmly launched her literary career with two novels before it came to an abrupt end with her early death in the summer of 1849: Agnes Grey (1847) ( a brief account ) This was published jointly with Emily's Wuthering Heights. The Tenant Of Wildfell Hall (1848) ( a brief account ) Now generally acknowledged as Anne's answer to Wuthering Heights. (The E-Text for both novels is available 'on line' - see links page) An Account of the Literary Prowess of Anne Brontë - by Derek Stanford Getting the First Novels Published The three sisters' first venture into the literary world was with a combined book of their poems, which was published, at their own expense, in 1846: it appeared under their chosen pen-names, or pseudonyms, of Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell. The three had chosen male pen-names as they believed female writers were prone to be unfairly treated by the critics. The book proved to be a dismal failure selling only two copies during the first year. However, even before the fate of the book-of-poems became apparent, the sisters had each completed a novel; and as their poems-publisher had informed them that they did not deal in works of fiction, the three manuscripts were sent the 'rounds of the publishers' looking for acceptance. The three novels were Charlotte's 'The Professor', Emily's 'Wuthering Heights' and Anne's 'Agnes Grey'. Charlotte later recalled, 'usually their fate was an ignominious and abrupt dismissal', though after about a year, and something like five rejections, Emily's Wuthering Heights and Anne's Agnes Grey were finally accepted by one Thomas Cautley Newby, a publisher in London; but Charlotte's novel was rejected by Newby, and by every other publisher to whom it was sent. However, it was not long before Charlotte completed her second novel, the now famous Jane Eyre, and this was immediately accepted by Smith, Elder & Co., a different publisher to that of Anne and Emily's though also located in London. As it transpired, Jane Eyre was the first to appear in print - being published in October 1847. While Anne's and Emily's novels 'lingered in the press', Charlotte's second novel hit the literary world like a bombshell: it became an immediate resounding success. Newby was urged on by its success, and Anne's and Emily's novels soon followed. They appeared as a joint publication, with Wuthering Heights forming the first two volumes, and Agnes Grey the third; and these, too, sold extremely well. Anne's Challenge to Wuthering Heights Agnes Grey was a story of the trials and tribulations encountered by an inexperienced nineteen year old girl who set out to make her own way in the world as a governess, just as Anne herself had done. Indeed the whole novel was based largely on Anne's own experiences in her two posts as a governess. In contrast, Emily's Wuthering Heights was a very dramatic, passion-packed, fictional-fantasy, which immediately caught the public's eye and stole the limelight from Anne's more down-to-earth, realistic story-line book. Nine months later, in July 1848, Anne fired back with her second novel The Tenant of Wildfell Hall. It seems that Anne was concerned over the presentation of certain themes in Wuthering Heights - and wanted to put forward a challenge to it, exhibiting some of the same themes - but in a more realistic context. One example is the excessive drunkenness which pervades Emily's story - while the ill-consequences of it are not made obvious. The sisters were all too aware of its effect; having witnessed it ruin their brother, Branwell. 'Anne is determined that her readers will feel the degradation of drunkenness' asserts Edward Chitham. 68 The Tenant of Wildfell Hall was an instant, phenomenal success, and rapidly outsold Emily's all-time classic. In her preface to the second edition, written a few months later, Anne hinted that she perceived Emily's story as 'much soft nonsense': 'if I can gain the public ear at all, I would rather whisper a few wholesome truths therein tha
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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? Which 1949 novel begins 'It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen?' How many lines are there in a sonnet? Don Diego de la Vega is the secret identity of which hero? In which novel does an alien invasion commence in Woking, England? In the title of a Shakespeare play, who are Valentine and Proteus? In which George Bernard Shaw play are Professor Henry Higgins and Eliza Doolittle central characters? Which fictional Count's real name is Edmond Dantès? What was the name of Captain Nemo's submarine in Jules Verne's novel? Which poet wrote the Canterbury Tales? Who was Ebenezer Scrooge's deceased partner in 'A Christmas Carol?' Question Who created the fictional town of Middlemarch? In which novel would you find the exceedingly strong drink called the 'Pan-galactic Gargle Blaster?' In which Jane Austen novel do the Bennet family appear? Who is the title hobbit in 'The Hobbit?' Which author used the pseudonyms Isaac Bickerstaffe and Lemuel Gulliver among others? What is the name of the sequel to John Milton's 'Paradise Lost?' In which novel does the character Major Major Major Major appear? Who went on a circumnavigation of the world from the Reform Club as the result of a bet? Which Ray Bradbury novel opens 'It was a pleasure to burn?' Which novel was subtitled 'The Modern Prometheus?' Who wrote the short story 'I, Robot' in 1950? In the Harry Potter novels, as whom did Tom Riddle become infamous? Which novel takes place in the Year of Our Ford 632? Who taught children to fly using 'lovely thoughts' and fairy dust? Which John Steinbeck novel centers on the characters George and Lennie? Who wrote the Twilight series of novels? How are the sisters Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy collectively known? Which mythological figure 'Shrugged' in the title of an Ayn Rand novel? How many syllables are there in a haiku? 'Workers of the world, unite!' is the last line of which work? What real-life Soviet organisation is James Bond's nemesis in the early novels? In which fictional country is the castle of Zenda to be found? Who is the chief protagonist in John Buchan's The 39 Steps? How is David John Cornwell better known? What is the name of Long John Silver’s parrot? At what age do Adrian Mole's diaries start? Who lived the last few years of his life in Paris under the pseudonym 'Sebastian Melmoth'? Who created Noddy?
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Katy Perry and John Mayer dating: Pictured together on dinner date | Daily Mail Online comments He's dated stars including Jennifer Aniston, Taylor Swift and Jessica Simpson. And now it seems that rumours John Mayer has found himself a new celebrity girlfriend in Katy Perry are true. The pair were pictured enjoying a date night together at Pace restaurant in Los Angeles before moving on to the Chateau Marmont Hotel to continue their evening. It's true then? Katy Perry and John Mayer, who are reported to be dating, were pictured together for the first time enjoying an evening out at Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles last night What's so funny? The new couple were seen sharing a joke as they called it an evening after their meal The look of love: John was seen gazing lovingly at his new girlfriend as they headed home from the evening The pictures of John and Katy appear to confirm the reports that the pair have started dating, after they were first seen grabbing pizza together last month. Katy and John were then spotted enjoying a party together at Soho House on July 19th, where the I Kissed A Girl singer was apparently 'all over' her long-haired beau. Us Weekly magazine reported at the time that the couple were 'affectionate, holding hands and cuddling.' Date night: The pair apparently spent three hours enjoying each other's company over dinner Dressed to impress: Katy wore a cute white lace dress for the evening out It's not the first time the couple have been romantically linked, as they were first said to be dating back in 2009 when Katy apparently 'made it her mission' to get closer to the Gravity singer. The new relationship between the pair comes after Katy's divorce from British comedian Russell Brand was made official last month. And in a recent interview with Elle magazine, Katy admitted that despite her divorce, she still believes in love. Keeping her head down: Katy attempted to make a quiet exit from the restaurant, but failed miserably Asked what she wants from her love life, Katy said: 'I'm a woman who likes to be courted, strongly. Never say never, I guess you'd say. I'll let love take the lead on that.' Since her split from Brand, Katy has been linked to male model Baptiste Giabiconi and Florence And The Machine guitarist Rob Ackroyd. Meanwhile, Brand is now dating Isabella Brewster, the sister of Dallas actress Jordana, after the pair met at his yoga class. John is no stranger to being in the limelight thanks to his celebrity relationships. As well as enjoying long-term relationships with Minka Kelly, Jessica Simpson and Jennifer Aniston, John has also dated Jennifer Love Hewitt and Taylor Swift. However, his relationship with Taylor didn't end too well as the teenager later penned a song about their brief romance, entitled Dear John. And John later said he was 'humiliated' by the song, telling Rolling Stone magazine: 'It made me feel terrible. Because I didn't deserve it. I'm pretty good at taking accountability now, and I never did anything to deserve that. 'It was a really lousy thing for her to do.' Former loves: John is no stranger to dating famous faces, and has previously been in relationships with Jennifer Aniston and Jessica Simpson As they were: Katy's divorce from Russell was finalised last month New romance: Brand is now dating Isabella Brewster, the sister of Dallas actress Jordana
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Timeline . Custer's Last Stand . American Experience . WGBH | PBS Other Timelines In the 19th century, over 250,000 Native Americans lived in the Great Plains -- between the Mississippi and Rocky Mountains. After the Civil War , however, the U.S. government began to focus on its territories in the West. Thousands of white settlers set out to conquer the region, while the native populations were attempting to remain on the land they had occupied for centuries. Skirmishes between the U.S. government and the Native American populations grew increasingly frequent and brutal. In the Dakota Territory in April of 1868, the Treaty of Fort Laramie granted the Sioux nation ownership of the Black Hills, which were considered sacred grounds for the Sioux (also known as the Lakota) and Cheyenne Indians. There the Native Americans would live on the newly-created Great Sioux Reservation. But not all of them went. Although many did move, they frequently traveled seasonally to pursue better hunting opportunities. In 1874, the U.S. government sent General George Custer on the Black Hills Expedition to choose a location for a new Army fort and to investigate the area's natural resources. The expedition's confirmation of gold in the region drew thousands of whites to the Black Hills, ultimately fueling tensions between the whites and the Native Americans, leading to the Great Sioux war of 1876 and Custer's Last Stand . (For timelines on the Battle of Little Bighorn, see our Further Reading page.) June 8: 1874 Former Union Brigadier General George Custer receives written orders from General Alfred Terry to explore the Black Hills with his 7th Cavalry. Custer spends the next few weeks at Fort Lincoln, Dakota Territory -- southwest of Bismark -- preparing his expedition, which consists of 1,000 soldiers from his 7th Cavalry, 110 wagons, 70 Indian scouts, four reporters, and two gold miners. July 2 The expedition sets out to the southwest toward the Heart River. The Cavalry's band plays Custer's favorite -- regimental battle song "Garry Owen." Although Custer's wife Libbie had planned to come along, Custer tells her to stay at Fort Lincoln, citing the potential for Indian hostilities. July 16 Still heading south, the group crosses the border into Wyoming Territory. July 18 After traveling 290 miles, the expedition reaches the Belle Fourche River, a tributary of the Cheyenne River. As they approach the Black Hills, Custer and his men describe their first sight of the dramatic hills and the rolling, luscious landscape. "We have discovered a rich and beautiful country," Custer writes to Libbie. July 22 Custer and the 7th Cavalry arrive in the Black Hills, three weeks and 330 miles from Fort Lincoln. They camp there two nights before beginning to explore the Black Hills. There are no signs of Native Americans, and the expedition begins to take on the air of a picnic. Custer goes on hunting expeditions with his closest men, and spends his spare time writing newspaper reports and magazine columns, which he submits under the penname "Nomad." National Archives Wagon train passing through Castle Creek Valley July 26 The expedition passes back into Dakota Territory. Expedition photographer William Illingworth takes a picture of the wagon train from above Castle Creek Valley. The image becomes one of the most iconic photographs of the expedition. July 27 Horatio N. Ross and William T. McKay, two miners tagging along on the expedition, begin to pan for gold. They hope to verify rumors of gold that circulated after previous expeditions to the region in the 1850s. July 31 A group including Custer and Captain William Ludlow climb Harney Peak, the highest peak of the Black Hills. They do not return to camp until 1 a.m. the next morning. Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument Wagon train approaching Hidden Wood Creek August 1 In a valley below Harney Peak (on which Mount Rushmore will be carved in the 1930s) in the southern part of the Black Hills, the group sets up camp and remains for five days, the longest they will remain in any one place
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Battle of Little Bighorn - Jun 25, 1876 - HISTORY.com Battle of Little Bighorn Publisher A+E Networks On this day in 1876, Native American forces led by Chiefs Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull defeat the U.S. Army troops of Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer in a bloody battle near southern Montana’s Little Bighorn River. Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull, leaders of the Sioux tribe on the Great Plains, strongly resisted the mid-19th-century efforts of the U.S. government to confine their people to reservations. In 1875, after gold was discovered in South Dakota’s Black Hills, the U.S. Army ignored previous treaty agreements and invaded the region. This betrayal led many Sioux and Cheyenne tribesmen to leave their reservations and join Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse in Montana. By the late spring of 1876, more than 10,000 Native Americans had gathered in a camp along the Little Bighorn River–which they called the Greasy Grass–in defiance of a U.S. War Department order to return to their reservations or risk being attacked. In mid-June, three columns of U.S. soldiers lined up against the camp and prepared to march. A force of 1,200 Native Americans turned back the first column on June 17. Five days later, General Alfred Terry ordered Custer’s 7th Cavalry to scout ahead for enemy troops. On the morning of June 25, Custer drew near the camp and decided to press on ahead rather than wait for reinforcements. At mid-day, Custer’s 600 men entered the Little Bighorn Valley. Among the Native Americans, word quickly spread of the impending attack. The older Sitting Bull rallied the warriors and saw to the safety of the women and children, while Crazy Horse set off with a large force to meet the attackers head on. Despite Custer’s desperate attempts to regroup his men, they were quickly overwhelmed. Custer and some 200 men in his battalion were attacked by as many as 3,000 Native Americans; within an hour, Custer and every last one of his soldier were dead. The Battle of Little Bighorn–also called Custer’s Last Stand–marked the most decisive Native American victory and the worst U.S. Army defeat in the long Plains Indian War. The gruesome fate of Custer and his men outraged many white Americans and confirmed their image of the Indians as wild and bloodthirsty. Meanwhile, the U.S. government increased its efforts to subdue the tribes. Within five years, almost all of the Sioux and Cheyenne would be confined to reservations. Related Videos
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The Aphrodite’s Spa Hotel, Luxury Boutique Hotel, Windermere Hotel The Windermere Boutique Hotel, Luxury Hot Tub Suites, Windermere Hotel Christmas Traditions throughout the World! With the Christmas countdown well and truly underway, many of our thoughts in the UK will be turning to mince pies, Christmas carols, roast turkey and Brussel sprouts. Every country celebrates the festive season differently and some of the most unusual traditions worldwide include: KFC Christmas in Japan If you think sushi may be on the menu in Japan over Christmas, think again. After a cutting-edge marketing campaign which began in Japan in 1974, Kentucky Fried Chicken has been associated with Christmas. The Colonel´s famous chicken is eaten widely throughout Japan over the Christmas period. Over 240,000 barrels of the stuff will be sold during Christmas – almost 10 times its normal monthly sales. The ´Caganer´ in Catalonia, Spain Strange but true, the Catalonian ´Caganer´ is a figure of a Catalan man wearing traditional clothes, squatting with his trousers around his ankles. Dating back to the 18th century, his poo is a sign of good luck as it is said to fertilise the earth and ensure a good harvest for the coming year. Closely associated is the ´Caga Tió´ which is a small log with a smiley face wearing a traditional Catalan hat. Small children ´feed´ the ´Caga Tio´ with nougat and fudge and keep it warm under a blanket so that he will ´poo´ out lots of treats on Christmas Eve. Saint Nicholas and the Devil in Austria A traditional Christmas story is told in Austria every 4 December. Saint Nicholas is said to visit children along with the devil. The two ask the children if they have been good or bad. If the children say they have been bad, the devil tries to strike them with a stick. St. Nicholas sends them running so he can protect them from the devil. On December 6, St. Nicholas´ Day, good children receive fruits, sweets and toys. Midnight mass is held on Christmas Eve and a traditional meal is baked carp. A nativity scene is displayed in most homes. Shoe-tossing in the Czech Republic Single people in the Czech Republic who are looking for a partner stand with their backs to the door on Christmas Day and toss a shoe over their shoulders. If the shoe lands pointing to the door they will get married soon. If not, they will have to wait until next year. Remembrance in Finland Families in Finland enjoy a day of remembrance on Christmas Eve when they visit the graves of their ancestors and light candles. Cemeteries throughout Finland are lit up, presenting a beautiful and emotional scene. Saving the Goat in Sweden In 1966, a 13 metre tall goat was made of straw and erected in Gavle town square. The goat went up in flames at midnight on Christmas Eve. Local carried on building the goat, year after year while vandals continued to burn it down. By 2011 the Gavle goat had been burned down 25 times, including in 2001 when a USA tourist was jailed for the offence. If you are looking for somewhere special in the UK to relax after the festive season, check out our luxurious spa hotel with hot tub suites in Windermere. Nov 27, 2015 Book a New Year Break in the Lake District The Lake District is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the UK, attracting an average of 16 million visitors each year, and New Year is a special time to visit. If you want to get away from it all after a busy festive season, and avoid the summer crowds, book a New Year Break in the Lake District. Whether you want to base yourself in Windermere, Kendal, Appleby or Keswick, you will find plenty of things to see and do in January. Make it a break to remember and book a luxury hotel in the Lake District or a spa hotel in Windermere to welcome the New Year in style. A huge range of accommodation is available in the Lake District, and you can make the most of luxury suites with hot tubs, award winning restaurants and cosy country pubs. The Lake District is also famous for its food, including local lamb, Cumberland sausages and Westmorland rabbit. A wide choice of restaurants a
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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 subscribe, try again laterInvalid Email 2. Lenny Henry will star in which Shakespearean tragedy next year? 3. Will Young has been invited to take part in which panel show after saying he is a fan? 4. Nasty Nick Cotton is to return to which TV soap? 5. Which author earns £3m a week in royalties, it was revealed this week? 6. Which band release the album Dig Out Your Soul on Monday? 7. In which year was a World Cup final first decided on penalties? 8. What is the tallest and thickest kind of grass? 9. Which TV cast had a hit with Hi-Fidelity? 10. What nationality was the composer Handel? 11. What is most expensive property in the board game Monopoly? 12. Which Scandinavian group had a top 20 hit in 1993 called Dark Is The Night? 13. In which century was King Henry IV of England born? 14. Who directed the film Alien? 15. Who was the only person to win a medal for Ireland at the Sydney Olympics in 2000? 16. What did Nicholas Copernicus argue was at the centre of our universe, and what was the common belief before then? 17. Which three American states begin with the letter O? 18. In what year did Ruth Ellis become the last woman to be hanged in England? 19. Who was the first British monarch to choose Buckingham Palace as their home? 20. How many Jack’s eyes are visible in a standard pack of playing cards? 21. What is Britain’s largest lake? 22. Cameroon gained its independence from which European country in 1960? 23. Who had a number one in 1960 called Only The Lonely? 24. The 1964 film My Fair Lady was based on a play by whom? 25. Which of the Bronte sisters wrote the novels Agnes Gray and The Tenant Of Wildfell Hall? 26. Which American president once famously proclaimed: “Ich bin ein Berliner”? 27. Which element has the chemical symbol Pb? 28. What was the name of the murder victim at the beginning of the TV series Twin Peaks? 29. Who directed the 2001 film Mulholland Drive? 30. In horse racing, which three racecourses stage the five English classics? ANSWERS: 1. Rick Astley; 2. Othello; 3. Question Time; 4. Eastenders; 5. JK Rowling; 6. Oasis; 7. 1994; 8. Bamboo; 9. The Kids From Fame; 10. German; 11. Mayfair; 12. A-Ha; 13. 14th; 14. Ridley Scott; 15. Sonia O’Sullivan; 16. The Sun. Before then people believed it was the Earth; 17. Ohio, Oklahoma and Oregon; 18. 1955; 19. Queen Victoria; 20. 12; 21. Loch Lomond; 22. France; 23. Roy Orbison; 24. George Bernard Shaw; 25. Anne; 26. John F. Kennedy; 27. Lead; 28. Laura Palmer; 29. David Lynch; 30. Doncaster, Epsom, Newmarket Like us on Facebook Most Read Most Recent
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Amazon.com: The Vicar of Dibley - The Divine Collection: Dawn French, James Fleet, Trevor Peacock, Gary Waldhorn, Roger Lloyd Pack, Emma Chambers, John Bluthal, Liz Smith, Simon McBurney, Gareth Vaughan, Richard Armitage, Patricia Kane: Movies & TV Ad feedback Special Offers and Product Promotions Save Big On Open-Box & Pre-owned: Buy "The Vicar of Dibley - The Divine Collectionâ from Amazon Warehouse Deals and save 40% off the $59.98 list price. Product is eligible for Amazon's 30-day returns policy and Prime or FREE Shipping. See all Open-Box & Pre-owned offers from Amazon Warehouse Deals. Editorial Reviews Product Description The sleepy village of Dibley has a new vicar, but it's not your standard order bloke with beard, bible and bad breath - it's Dawn French, of the hilarious comedy duo French and Saunders. Armed with a sharp wit, a double dose of double entendre and healthy Amazon.com The sleepy English village of Dibley gets shaken up when their new vicar turns out to be a woman--and not just any woman, but Geraldine Granger, played by Dawn French of the peerless comedy duo French & Saunders. With wit and warmth, Gerry swiftly trumped her parishioner's chauvinism and turned British sitcom The Vicar of Dibley into a cult favorite. Over the course of 16 episodes and specials, Gerry grappled with everything from a broken church window to getting smeared in the tabloids, from the demise of the Easter Bunny to the possible destruction of the village. While The Vicar of Dibley routinely trafficked in the absurd--pop star Kylie Minogue happens to drop by, just when she's most needed--at its best, the show found its greatest absurdity (and its greatest humor) in the everyday life of an English village and the everyday quirks of its daffy inhabitants. While the brilliant French was unquestionably the axis on which the show happily spun, much of its success was due to the clever writing (Vicar was created by Richard Curtis, who wrote the screenplays for Four Weddings and a Funeral, Notting Hill, and Love Actually) and a rock-solid comic ensemble, including Emma Chambers as Gerry's dim-bulb assistant Alice; Gary Waldhorn as the pompous landowner David Horton; James Fleet as his none-too-bright son Hugo; and Roger Lloyd-Pack, Trevor Peacock, Roger Bluthal, and Liz Smith as maddeningly eccentric villagers. It's no wonder the show has inspired devoted fans on both sides of the Atlantic; from the clever stories to the joke that follows the credits of every episode, The Vicar of Dibley is sheer delight. --Bret Fetzer Special Features All 16 episodes on three discs Comic Relief sketches: "Ballykissangel" and "Red Nose Day Speical" Documentary: "The Real Vicars of Dibley" Photo gallery
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Geraldine Granger - The Vicar of Dibley (UK) Characters - ShareTV Geraldine Granger: Yeah. Alice Horton: And I'm Alice. Harry Kennedy: [shakes her hand] Splendid! Well, what a suprise so I actually recieve a visit from a neighbour. I lived on the same street in London for 15 whole years and the bell never rang once. Alice Horton: Oh, we had a bell like that. Unknown Episode: Alice Horton: [walks out of the kitchen carrying two cups and gives one to Geraldine] I've been reading that fantastic new book from the Bible. Geraldine Granger: [confused] *What* fantastic new book from the Bible? Alice Horton: The Da Vinci Code. You know it's *so* much better than Genesis and that boring old stuff. Geraldine Granger: I hate to tell you Alice but The Da Vinci Code is *not* a new book in the Bible. It's just a story. Alice Horton: [downcast] Oh, that is so disappointing. Geraldine Granger: [broken voice] I know. Alice Horton: To think that Catholic Church has fooled you as well Mrs Gullible... Gussit. That's what they want you to believe. And I've been thinking... Geraldine Granger: Ooh. Always a worry. Unknown Episode: Harry Kennedy: I've thought about it a lot and talked about it a lot, and thought whether or not... you would consider... marrying me. Geraldine Granger: [thinking that Harry means Rosie] Well... yes of course. I'd be delighted to. Harry Kennedy: [pleased] That's wonderful news! Geraldine Granger: Have you thought about any dates? Harry Kennedy: Um, well I-I I thought we might be able to discuss that a little. Geraldine Granger: Well I might put a little punt in for Christmas. It's always a very romantic time of year. Harry Kennedy: Fine. Excellent, if Christmas sounds good to you? Unknown Episode: David Horton: [looking at the meeting agenda] Any other, other business? Geraldine Granger: Uh, yes actually there is something. I was very cross to hear that Sleepy Cottage has been sold to yet another layabout Londoner. I mean, honestly guys if this goes on, Dibley will be a ghost town. And then... David Horton: Who you gonna call? Owen Newitt, Jim Trott, Hugo Horton, Frank Pickle: Ghostbusters! Unknown Episode: Geraldine Granger: Over to you David. David Horton: Yes well, there is one little thing: I brought along a bottle of champagne, because although she may not realize it, the Vicar last weekend did her 100th Wedding while she's been here. [everyone cheers and David pops the cork off the bottle as Hugo brings glasses to the table] Geraldine Granger: [surprised] Really? 100? Goodness me. So that's 100 happy-in-love brides and grooms and... and I'm always the Vicar... I'm never the bride... [Geraldine starts to break down] I'm alw-I'm always in the cassack... I'm never in the lovely big white frocks... [Geraldine starts crying] Unknown Episode: Alice Horton: [after Geraldine saw Harry talking on the phone to a lady friend he knew] Oh love. What fools it makes of us all. Geraldine Granger: [sitting on the sofa, disappointed] Yes indeed. Alice Horton: Week after week I've been snogging that new puppy and then whoops-a-daisy I've got a great big mouth ulcer. Geraldine Granger: [uninterested] What a lovely romantic story. Alice Horton: Do you remember when you were dating David's brother and you jumped into that puddle just to show off? You went in right up to your neck. Geraldine Granger: Yeah well I won't be doing that again, no matter how cute a chap is. Alice Horton: [gasps] Oh gosh! How's it going with Mr. Dreamboat? [Geraldine looks down] Has he driven his purple Porsche in your personal parking space yet? Geraldine Granger: [annoyed] No Alice! He hasn't! [Alice makes a cute sound] Shut up and get out! Unknown Episode: Alice Horton: [walks into the lounge] I've been thinking. [Alice sits on the sofa next to Geraldine] Should've been you. [meaning Geraldine and Harry] Unknown Episode: Harry Kennedy: Fine. Excellent, if Christmas sounds good to you? Geraldine Granger: Yeah, yeah well let's check the book. [confused, Harry walks further into the room as Geraldine takes out the book] This is the Church Diary. Let's have
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The Wizard of Oz (1939) | Oz Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia The Wizard of Oz (1939) 2,002pages on ―Judy Garland as Dorothy Gale (1939) "Oh we're off to see the Wizard , the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, we hear he is a wiz of a wiz if ever a wiz there was, if rather or whether a wiz there was the Wizard of Oz is one because; because, because, because, because, because...because of the Wonderful things he does. We're off to see the Wizard, the Wonderful Wizard of Oz!" ―(1939 Song Lyrics Sung By Judy Garland, Ray Bolger, Jack Haley & Bert Lahr) "Poppies... Poppies. Poppies will put them to sleep. Sleeeeep. Now they'll sleeeeep..." ―Margaret Hamilton as the Wicked Witch of the West "For nearly fourty years this story has given faithful service to Young in Heart; and time has been powerless to put its kindly philosophy out of fashion. To those of you who have been faithful to it in return, and to the Young in heart, we dedicate this picture." ―MGM Studios. [ show ] The Most Beloved Film of All Time... The Wizard of Oz is a famously iconic Hollywood musical produced by MGM and released by RKO Radio Pictures in 1939, consisting almost of an all star cast. It is also arguably one of the most watched movies in the history of cinema. A richly detailed watercolor painting of The Wizard of Oz It was one of the very first pictures along with few others, such as Gone With The Wind to be shot in sepia-tone and Technicolor instead of in all black and white. The film was directed by Victor Fleming and was nominated for an Academy Award for best picture. The songs were written by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg , and one of them, " Over the Rainbow ," won the Oscar for "Best Song of the Year." It was also the film that gave actress Judy Garland her "Big Break" in films. She won a Juvenile Academy Award for her performance as the little Kansas farm girl named Dorothy Gale . The movie itself is loosely based upon the original book which is considered to be the first American Fairytale known as The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum and illustrated by W. W. Denslow . The book was originally published in the year 1900 and though the film version departs a great deal from the actual source material, leaving many characters out and dropping several elements in order for the story to translate on to the big screen for it's time, The Wizard of Oz never loses the moral and tender message that the book gave and is known to be one of the most timeless, ceremonially watched family movies ever, and rightfully so. The film is also famous for being traditionally played every year annually on various television stations during Thanksgiving and Christmas, allowing each generation to share the magic and fall under its irresistible spell. "Are you a Good Witch, or a Bad Witch...?" ― Billie Burke as Glinda the Good (1939) "Now close yor eyes, and tap your heels together three times, and repeat to yourself; There's no place like home... " THE WIZARD OF OZ Detailed Summary Dorothy's Dilemma Set in the same era it was filmed in (circa 1938-9) the film starts out with the credits, which open up with a very cloudy background in a black and white sepia tone. After the film dedicates the picture to the ones young at heart, the first character we are introduced to is the protagonist and heroine of the tale named Dorothy Gale (played by late actress Judy Garland ). Dorothy is a little twelve year old girl, and slightly troubled orphan seen running down the prairie dirt road with her little pet dog named Toto . The two have just come from the unseen school house, as they return to Dorothy's guardians Aunt Em , ( Clara Blandick ) and Uncle Henry , ( Charley Grapewin ) who both live at an old farm up the road. After a disastrous encounter with the snooty and mean spirited neighbor, Miss Almira Gulch, ( Margaret Hamilton ), Dorothy is in a deep dilemma. To Dorothy's dismay, it seems as if no one at the farm cares or is interested in this as Dorothy tries to tell the adults about her problems. The adults around her are simply far too busy to be bothered by Dorothy and h
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The Wizard of Oz (5/8) Movie CLIP - Finding The Tin Man (1939) HD - YouTube The Wizard of Oz (5/8) Movie CLIP - Finding The Tin Man (1939) HD 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 now. Please try again later. Uploaded on May 26, 2011 The Wizard of Oz movie clips: http://j.mp/1L5gtKP BUY THE MOVIE: http://bit.ly/2cmiEyC Don't miss the HOTTEST NEW TRAILERS: http://bit.ly/1u2y6pr CLIP DESCRIPTION: Dorothy (Judy Garland) meets The Tin Man (Jack Haley) and oils him up so he can move again, but she quickly learns that he's missing a heart. FILM DESCRIPTION: Not to be confused with the cinematic classic starring Judy Garland that would follow six years later, this animated short film is one of countless other celluloid adaptations of L. Frank Baum's best-loved story, The Wizard of Oz. Directed by Ted Eshbaugh, the Canadian film features no dialogue and tells the story of Dorothy, Toto, Scarecrow, and Tin Man's adventures in Oz with a mix of black & white and color animation. CREDITS: Cast: Ray Bolger, Jack Haley, Judy Garland, Terry Directors: George Cukor, Victor Fleming, Mervyn LeRoy, Norman Taurog, King Vidor Producers: Mervyn LeRoy, Arthur Freed Screenwriters: Noel Langley, Florence Ryerson, Edgar Allan Woolf, L. Frank Baum, Irving Brecher, William H. Cannon, Herbert Fields, Arthur Freed, Jack Haley, E.Y. Harburg, Samuel Hoffenstein, Bert Lahr, John Lee Mahin, Herman J. Mankiewicz, Jack Mintz, Ogden Nash, Robert Pirosh, George Seaton, Sid Silvers WHO ARE WE? The MOVIECLIPS channel is the largest collection of licensed movie clips on the web. Here you will find unforgettable moments, scenes and lines from all your favorite films. Made by movie fans, for movie fans. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MOVIE CHANNELS:
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Simpkin is the name of the cat that appears in which Beatrix Potter book?
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The Bittersweet Announcement of a New Beatrix Potter Book The Bittersweet Announcement of a New Beatrix Potter Book By Tweet Beatrix Potter’s original illustration of Kitty-in-Boots. Credit Illustration Courtesy Frederick Warne Co. / the Victoria and Albert Museum “I do not draw cats well,” Beatrix Potter complained to her publisher in 1916, at the age of fifty, after having been a celebrated author for more than a dozen years, with almost twenty published works to her name. She was rationalizing her abandonment of a half-completed work, “The Sly Old Cat,” which she had begun a decade earlier. Posterity overruled Potter’s misgivings: in 1971, “The Sly Old Cat” was published, and it’s included in the authorized edition of her complete works, given as “a delightful example of the liveliness and spontaneity that characterized Potter’s preliminary work.” Last week, Penguin Random House announced that it will publish another “lost” Potter work about a cat: “The Tale of Kitty-in-Boots,” which she had begun and abandoned two years earlier, in 1914. Several manuscripts of the story were discovered in 2013 in the Potter archive at the Victoria & Albert Museum by Jo Hanks, a publisher at Penguin Random House; the book is being published this fall to coincide with the hundred-and-fiftieth anniversary of Potter’s birth. According to Penguin Random House, Potter’s intention to publish the story is evident: the archive included a version that had been set in type, suggesting that its publication was once quite far along. In a letter to her publisher, Harold Warne, Potter characterized the principal character as “a well-behaved black Kitty cat, who leads rather a double life, and goes out hunting with a little gun on moonlight nights, dressed up like puss in boots.” Linda Lear, Potter’s biographer, writes that Warne was lukewarm about the proposal, however, and suggests that this lack of enthusiasm led to Potter’s abandonment of the book after she had completed only some sketches and had begun just one color illustration. This image, the projected frontispiece, shows a black, green-eyed cat wearing a hunting jacket, britches, and boots. In one paw, she is grasping a limp, indeterminate trophy—a pheasant, perhaps—while supporting a rifle with the other. The image is sketchy-looking, but vigorous, and it suggests that if the book had been finished, Kitty-in-Boots would have been a worthy member of Potter’s feline pantheon. So does the summary of the plot thus far released, which reveals that Kitty-in-Boots calls herself “Miss Catherine Saint Quintin,” that she sports a Norfolk jacket—picture Lord Grantham’s weekend wardrobe—and wears fur-lined boots. (One can’t help but wonder—the fur of which animal?) Still more appealing is the fact that she enjoys being mistaken for a man—as she is by Mrs. Tiggywinkle, who makes a cameo appearance. It may have taken a century for Kitty-in-Boots to surface, but there can be no better time than today, the age of “Transparent,” for a gender-binary-defying cat to materialize. Potter included cats in many of her works, and the consistency of their characterization underlines her particular genius: the way in which she uses anthropomorphized creatures to examine human nature, while also maintaining a perceptive understanding of what makes animals irreducibly animal. The first Potter cat appears in her earliest book, “The Tale of Peter Rabbit.” An unnamed white cat, she is observing some goldfish in the pond of Mr. McGregor’s garden—into which Peter has trespassed and inside which he is now trapped. The illustration shows the cat looking intently downward, the tip of her tail turned slightly up, as if in an involuntary twitch. “Peter thought it best to go away without speaking to her,” Potter writes. “He’d heard about cats from his cousin, little Benjamin Bunny.” Potter does not elaborate upon exactly what it is that Peter has heard from Benjamin, whose own adventures, foreshadowed here, will be the subject of a later book. But the humor of the line lies in Potter’s assumption that her readers will be in com
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"Masterminds" - Manchester Evening News, November 7, 2015 | Online Research Library: Questia Read preview Article excerpt 1. Playboy Russia covergirl Maria Kozhevnikova, boxer Nikolai Valuyev, and tennis player Marat Safin shared which honour in December 2011? 2. What William S Burroughs 1961 book popularised the rock music term 'heavy metal', and provided the names for at least two rock bands of the 1970s? 3. What main religion celebrates festivals including Nuakhai, Yatra (or Zatra/Jatra), Pongal, Holi and Shigmo? 4. Which country experienced the Velvet Revolution in Nov-Dec 1989? 5. According to the UK General Teaching Council how many of the 28,000 newly qualified teachers in 2010 had a computerrelated degree: 3; 30; 300 or 3,000? 6. Spell the word: Remanisence; Reminissense; Remeniscence; or Reminiscence? 7. What ancient Sanskrit word loosely meaning 'region' commonly now refers to people (and culture, products, etc) of Indian sub-continent origins? 8. Whom did Forbes Magazine list as the most powerful woman in the Southern Hemisphere in 2011? 9. Unrelated, what is a set of slats and a museum? 10. What ship, whose name means thunderbolt, was Nelson's flagship 1799-1801, and later a training ship for boys? 26 11. The Showa period of Japan coincided with what Emperor's reign? 12. Michael Morpurgo, author of the children's book War Horse, on In state Luther which the 2012 Spielberg film (of the same name) is based, held what UK position from 2003-5? 13. What fashionable Mediterranean resort hosted the G20 international economics conference at the height of the Greek Euro membership crisis? 27 14. How many cubic metres is the space in a room four metres square and three metres high? 15. Which politician bowled faster than Dennis Lillee and Andy Roberts? 16. What element is also known as hydrargyrum? David shows around 17. Whose father wrote and sang the popular Secret Lemonade Drinker song in the award-winning British 1970s-80s R Whites Lemonade TV advert ? … Subscribe to Questia and enjoy: Full access to this article and over 10 million more from academic journals, magazines, and newspapers Over 83,000 books Access to powerful writing and research tools Article details Newspapers Encyclopedia Subscribe to Questia and enjoy: Full access to this article and over 10 million more from academic journals, magazines, and newspapers Over 83,000 books Access to powerful writing and research tools Article details
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Cambridge Mathematical Bridge Cambridge Mathematical Bridge 3 Comments The Mathematical Bridge in Cambridge spans the river Cam, and belongs to the Queens College, one of the many colleges of Cambridge University. This popular and simple wooden bridge is centuries old and has its own story. Most locals would refer to is as the Mathematical Bridge although its official name is the prosaic Wooden Bridge. And the interesting thing is that this bridge can be found in Oxford too. Mathematical Bridge Cambridge – Christopher Chan Photography Mathematical Bridge Photo We are sharing the majestic shot of Christopher Chan who managed to capture the bridge in beautiful lights and fine details. The Legend of the Mathematical Bridge According to the legend or anecdote, much favoured by Cambridge tour guides, the Mathematical Bridge was built by Newton from nothing else but wood. No nuts, no bolts, just what wood can make and bear. The legend says that Sir Isaac Newton built the bridge to illustrate the principles and properties of force and gravity. Then, after Newton’s death, the students / fellows of Cambridge University, who were curious to learn about the exquisite structure of the clever wooden bridge, disassembled the Mathematical Bridge, but failed to re-assembleit properly. As they could not put together the intelligent bridge again, they had to use iron pins, nuts and bolts to make the bridge functioning again. Newton – montage source: usu.edu It is a lovely story, and a wishful credit to the mathematical genius of Newton, but it is nothing more than a colourful anecdote. The truth is that such a bridge could not have been built from wood only, taking its size, weight and structure into consideration. Not to mention the fact that Newton was already dead in 1727, by the time the bridge was actually built in 1749 by James Essex the Younger. The History of the Mathematical Bridge 1749: the Mathematical bridge is built James Essex the Younger, an English builder and architect, built the Mathematical Bridge in 1749 to the design of William Etheridge. James Essex himself was a former grammar student of the King’s College, and worked on many of the colleges of Cambridge University. William Etheridge was an 18th century carpenter working on several bridges, e.g. the first bridge at Westminster, and the one in Walton too. His design for the Walton Bridge was clever and mathematical indeed, as it ” was built so that a single timber could be extracted and repaired without disturbing the rest of the bridge”, according to Colin Bentley in the “History of Walton Bridge”. 1866: the bridge is rebuilt and slightly modified The old Mathematical Bridge, i.e. the Queen’s Bridge of the 18th century had to be rebuilt – to the same design – in 1866, when it became too worn to use. The steps leading up to the bridge were replaced with a ramp / slope, so now the bridge is accessible with wheels too. 1905: in 1905 the once oak bridge has been replaced with teak. 1924: a copy of the bridge was built in Oxford, England. 1900‘s?: the legend of the Mathematical Bridge is born and told many times The Mathematical Design of the Bridge Mathematical Bridge trussing design – Cmglee illustration According to the historical tour guide of the Queens College Cambridge , the efficient arrangement of the timbers in the Mathematical Bridge (or Queen’s Bridge) is a series of tangents that describe the arc of the bridge, with radial members to tie the tangents together, and triangulate the structure. This triangulation in turn makes the bridge rigid and self-supporting. The technical term for this type of bridge structure is tangent and radial trussing. The technique of tangent & radial trussing is not limited to timber / wood bridges, but was also widespread in the construction of stone bridges. The illustration of the trussing is very helpful (made by Cmglee) The joints of the present bridge are fastened by nuts and bolts. Earlier versions of the bridge used iron pins or screws at the joints, driven in from the outer elevation. Only a pedant could claim that the b
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Paul – Page 4 – Cambridge Ramblers ** Please note that this is an archive of the CANTAB publication and contains out-of-date information ** CANTAB RAMBLER Editorial As the mud dries out on the field paths, lingering only amongst the violets and dog’s mercury in the woods, we look out our sunhats, and seek new venues, or at least paths which have been impassable all Winter. In this issue, find reports of three new bridges which allow some interesting circuits, and consider some “Watery Ways” in the parish of Wicken or along the Fen Rivers Way. Janet Moreton Path Creation at Rampton See OS Explorer 225 A new bridge and a new bridlepath (Br8) have been provided at Rampton. A substantial bridge now crosses Reynolds Ditch at TL 415674, and the new path, with a fine rubble surface, runs approximately N to join an old hedged lane, which meets the main road between Rampton and Willingham, at TL 415685. Thus it becomes possible to make a short circuit from Rampton, eg down Cuckoo Drove, Reynolds Drove, N up the new bridleway, and back along the main road. This is not recommended, as the latter is busy, and has no footway. However, a longer circuit, N again via Haven Drove into Willingham parish, returning along Iram Drove, Rampton Bp 7 to Irams Farm on Great North Fen Drove, and back on New Cut bank from Great North Fen Bridge to Giants Hill, Rampton makes some 7 or 8 miles, depending on the route through Rampton. This circuit makes a dryshod route in Winter, but lacks shade and detail for a Summer saunter. Abington Pigotts / Litlington boundary culvert bridge replacement See OS Explorer 209 At TL 306 435, a former crumbling culvert bridge near the parish boundary between Abington Pigotts Fp 5, and Litlington Fp 2 has been replaced with a safe footbridge. This is an important and attractive link for a number of possible walks linking Bassingbourn, Litlington, Steeple Morden and Abington Pigotts. Note that the cross-field paths either side of the bridge have been more frequently reinstated in recent seasons. Please report any problems here. New Bridge at Great Gransden opens path unavailable for 50 years. See OS Explorer 208 With the construction of a substantial footbridge over a deep ditch on Great Gransden Fp 2, a section of path has been made available after many years of complaint. The bridge, near the junction with Fp 1 at ca. TL 265 556, is indicated by a yellow waymark on a stile in the lane section of Fp 1. Descend the steep bank, and cross the bridge over the ditch. Continue diagonally across a rough, uncultivated field, towards the bank of a stream, which is reached in a garden, well away from the house. Continue by the stream-side, emerging between stream and a new tall fence on the road, not far from the Crown and Cushion Inn. This path can be used as part of a circuit involving Great Gransden, Dick & Dolls Lane, Waresley Wood Nature reserve, Vicarage Farm, Wareseley, tea at the garden centre, and the minor road towards Abbotsley, perhaps turning off E on byway & bridleway to return to Great Gransden on Fp 2. This circuit, of ca. 7 miles, can be augmented by visiting Little Gransden Church and windmill. Fen Rivers Way Since the last issue of Cantab , three intrepid walkers have now completed the Fen Rivers Way up-river from Kings Lynn to Byron’s Pool, above Cambridge. Readers will recall in the February issue, we had walked as far as Downham Market by 16 January. Since then, we have made a further 4 walks, completing the route on 24 March 2009. Our “new completer” Joan Hillier, now has a certificate commemorating her passage along the route. I wonder how many others have walked the route (for the first time, or again) since the organised series of walks in 2001? Features of the walks were the consistent dry weather, on days selected in advance using the Met Office’s East Anglian website, and backed up early morning by BBC Cambridge’s “half-hour weather forecast”. We travelled by train, fast, reliable, but quite expensive, even with Senior rail-cards. Looking back on the different days, we were very plea
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In what language was the Bible first written? | Biblica - The International Bible Society In what language was the Bible first written? In what language was the Bible first written? The first human author to write down the biblical record was Moses. He was commanded by God to take on this task, for Exodus 34:27 records God’s words to Moses, “Write down these words, for in accordance with these words I have made a covenant with you and with Israel.” And what language did he use? He wrote in his native language, called Hebrew. Hebrew is one of a group of languages known as the Semitic languages which were spoken throughout that part of the world, then called Mesopotamia, located today mainly in Iraq. Their alphabet consisted of 22 letters, all consonants. (Imagine having an alphabet with no vowels! Much later they did add vowels.) During the thousand years of its composition, almost the entire Old Testament was written in Hebrew. But a few chapters in the prophecies of Ezra and Daniel and one verse in Jeremiah were written in a language called Aramaic. This language became very popular in the ancient world and actually displaced many other languages. Aramaic even became the common language spoken in Israel in Jesus’ time, and it was likely the language He spoke day by day. Some Aramaic words were even used by the Gospel writers in the New Testament. The New Testament, however, was written in Greek. This seems strange, since you might think it would be either Hebrew or Aramaic. However, Greek was the language of scholarship during the years of the composition of the New Testament from 50 to 100 AD. The fact is that many Jews could not even read Hebrew anymore, and this disturbed the Jewish leaders a lot! So, around 300 BC a translation of the Old Testament from Hebrew into Greek was undertaken, and it was completed around 200 BC. Gradually this Greek translation of the Old Testament, called the Septuagint, was widely accepted and was even used in many synagogues. It also became a wonderful missionary tool for the early Christians, for now the Greeks could read God’s Word in their own tongue. So the New Testament authors wrote in Greek. They did not, however, use really high-class or classical Greek, but a very common and everyday type of Greek. For many years some scholars ridiculed the Greek of the New Testament because many of its words were strange to those who read the writings of the great Greek classical authors such as Plato and Aristotle. But later many records were uncovered of ordinary people, and amazingly there were the same common terms used in everyday speech! The ridicule dried up accordingly. The earliest copies of parts of the Hebrew Old Testament were discovered in 1947. They are part of the famous Dead Sea Scrolls and actually date back to the first century BC. Even though they are at least 900 years older than any parts of the Bible we had before this, they are not the originals. They are copies. The originals have all been lost or destroyed. But we are not at all doubtful that we may not have the original text. Copying by scribes was done with great care in those days and because the text was regarded as sacred, the copyists were extremely painstaking. Today some 5000 hand-copied documents exist of all or part of the Bible, and they agree in 98% of the text! No other ancient writing has this amount of underlying support with such amazing agreement as to the text. Yes, we do have what God wanted us to have! By way of translation, we now have His revelation in our own language and in 2300 other languages, too. Today we have the very Bible that comes to us from the three languages used in the original. Truly we can say, “God speaks my language, too!” Back to FAQs Do you have questions about the Bible? Visit our FAQs page for in-depth answers to important questions.
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Holy Books in Judaism of Judaism The Hebrew Scriptures, referred to by Christians as the Old Testament, are called the TANAKH, which is the Hebrew acronym for the three different parts: The Torah which is the first five books of the Old Testament or the Pentateuch; The Nevi'im which are the books of the prophets; and Ketuvim which are the remaining writings. A chart at NewLife.com explains the different parts of the TANAKH and what's included in each section. The other Holy Book for the Jewish religion is the Talmud which includes the Mishnah, which means "repetition" or "study" and the Gemara, which means "addition" or "completion." As society changed, the Jews found that the Torah needed to be updated from its original agricultural emphasis. Those changes became part of the Mishnah. The Mishnah also includes a description of Jewish life was during the period of the Second Temple. The Mishnah is divided into six sections (sedarim): Zeraim (seeds) regarding the agricultural laws Moed (seasons) regarding the Sabbath and festivals Nashim (women) regarding marriage, divorce and family law Neziqin (damages) regarding civil and criminal laws Qodashim (holy things) regarding sacrificial cult and dietary laws) Tohorot (purifications) regarding ritual defilement and purification The sedarim are divided into 63 treatises. Also included in the Mishnah are a collection of wise sayings called the Pirke Avot (Chapters of the Fathers). After the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 A.D., the Talmud defines the Jews' religious life more than the Torah. Jewish tradition says Moses received two Torahs on Mount Sinai. The first is the written Torah above and the second is an oral Torah passed down from generation to generation. The oral Toral finally was written down at the end of the second century. Biblical scholars and scribes in Babylon edited the written "oral Torah" between 200 and 600 A.D. and that is now known as the Gemara, which means "completion" in Aramaic. Although there is only one Mishna, there are two Gemaras. The first Gemara called the Yerushalmi was created in Israel and the second called the Bavli was created in Babylon. The Gemara is always printed with the Mishnah. The Gemara adds to the Mishna and are a source of history and legend.
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The prime minister of India is assassinated - Oct 31, 1984 - HISTORY.com The prime minister of India is assassinated Share this: The prime minister of India is assassinated Author The prime minister of India is assassinated URL Publisher A+E Networks Indira Gandhi, the prime minister of India, is assassinated in New Delhi by two of her own bodyguards. Beant Singh and Satwant Singh, both Sikhs, emptied their guns into Gandhi as she walked to her office from an adjoining bungalow. Although the two assailants immediately surrendered, they were both shot in a subsequent scuffle, and Beant died. Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of India, attempted to forge a unified nation out of the many religious, ethnic, and cultural factions that existed under British rule until 1949. His daughter, Indira Gandhi (no relation to Mohandas Gandhi), rose to power in 1966, fighting many of the same problems as her father had. Her own political career was a roller coaster, from the highs following India’s victory over Pakistan in 1971 to the lows of being thrown out of office in 1977 after declaring a state of emergency in 1975, during which time she suspended civil liberties and jailed her political opponents. Although many criticized her for being authoritarian, the majority of the population supported her because of her extensive social programs. In 1980, Gandhi became prime minister again, enjoying fairly widespread popularity. However, in June 1984, she ordered an army raid on a Sikh temple in Punjab to flush out armed Sikh extremists, setting off a series of death threats. Due to the fear of assassination, Beant Singh, her longtime bodyguard, was to be transferred because he was a Sikh. However, Gandhi personally rescinded the transfer order because she trusted him after his many years of service. Obviously, this was a fatal mistake for both of them. Satwant Singh, who survived to stand trial, was convicted in 1986 and executed in 1989. Following Gandhi’s assassination, riots broke out in New Delhi. More than 1,000 innocent Sikhs were killed in indiscriminate attacks over the course of two days. Gandhi’s son, Rajiv, succeeded her as prime minister. Related Videos
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Manas: History and Politics, Indira Gandhi Mrs. Indira Gandhi, Prime Minister of India, 1966-77 and 1980-84. She was assassinated in 1984. Indira Gandhi (1917-1984) was the only child of Kamla and Jawaharlal Nehru. She spent part of her childhood in Allahabad, where the Nehrus had their family residence, and part in Switzerland, where her mother Kamla convalesced from her periodic illnesses. She received her college education at Somerville College, Oxford. A famous photograph from her childhood shows her sitting by the bedside of Mahatma Gandhi, as he recovered from one of his fasts; and though she was not actively involved in the freedom struggle, she came to know the entire Indian political leadership. After India's attainment of independence, and the ascendancy of Jawaharlal Nehru, now a widower, to the office of the Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi managed the official residence of her father, and accompanied him on his numerous foreign trips. She had been married in 1942 to Feroze Gandhi, who rose to some eminence as a parliamentarian and politician of integrity but found himself disliked by his more famous father-in-law, but Feroze died in 1960 before he could consolidate his own political forces. In 1964, the year of her father's death, Indira Gandhi was for the first time elected to Parliament, and she was Minister of Information and Broadcasting in the government of Lal Bahadur Shastri, who died unexpectedly of a heart attack less than two years after assuming office. The numerous contenders for the position of the Prime Ministership, unable to agree among themselves, picked Indira Gandhi as a compromise candidate, and each thought that she would be easily manipulable. But Indira Gandhi showed extraordinary political skills and tenacity and elbowed the Congress dons -- Kamaraj, Morarji Desai, and others -- out of power. She held the office of the Prime Minister from 1966 to 1977. She was riding the crest of popularity after India's triumph in the war of 1971 against Pakistan, and the explosion of a nuclear device in 1974 helped to enhance her reputation among middle-class Indians as a tough and shrewd political leader. However, by 1973, Delhi and north India were rocked by demonstrations angry at high inflation, the poor state of the economy, rampant corruption, and the poor standards of living. In June 1975, the High Court of Allahabad found her guilty of using illegal practices during the last election campaign, and ordered her to vacate her seat. There were demands for her resignation. Mrs. Gandhi's response was to declare a state of emergency, under which her political foes were imprisoned, constitutional rights abrogated, and the press placed under strict censorship. Meanwhile, the younger of her two sons, Sanjay Gandhi, started to run the country as though it were his personal fiefdom, and earned the fierce hatred of many whom his policies had victimized. He ordered the removal of slum dwellings, and in an attempt to curb India's growing population, initiated a highly resented program of forced sterilization. In early 1977, confident that she had debilitated her opposition, Mrs. Gandhi called for fresh elections, and found herself trounced by a newly formed coalition of several political parties. Her Congress party lost badly at the polls. Many declared that she was a spent force; but, three years later, she was to return as Prime Minister of India. The same year, however, her son Sanjay was killed in an airplane crash. In the second, post-Emergency, period of her Prime Ministership, Indira Gandhi was preoccupied by efforts to resolve the political problem
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Olympics 2012 rowing: Team GB scores another gold in the women's double sculls rowing | Daily Mail Online Golden ladies of the lake: After three silvers, rowing wins the big prize at last Katherine Grainger and Anna Watkins led from start to finish to claim GB's sixth gold medal Relief for Grainger who claims gold after three consecutive silvers Britain leapfrogs France and Germany into fourth in medal table Bronze for George Nash and Will Satch in men's pair and Alan Campbell in single sculls Britain now has six rowing medals - two gold, one silver, three bronze
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London 2012: was this the women’s Olympics? – Channel 4 News UK London 2012: was this the women’s Olympics? After boxing and taekwondo were contested by women for the first time and women’s football pulled in record crowds, Channel 4 News asks if London 2012 was a turning point for women’s sport. Share on Twitter The IOC has hailed the London 2012 Games as “an historic step towards gender equality”. This was the first Olympics where women competed in all events. For the first time, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Brunei sent female sportswomen to the Games. Saudi Arabia put forward two women to compete: 16-year-old Wojdan Shaherkani in the judo and 19-year-old Sarah Attar in the women’s 800 metres. One third of Qatar’s 12-strong team were women, competing in shooting, athletics, swimming and table tennis. Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei’s only female competitor (in a team of three) finished outside the official qualifying time for the women’s 400m, but received special dispensation to compete. Campaigners from NoWomenNoPlay , which lobbies for the inclusion of women in sport, say the Saudi team’s women were “tokenistic” . Sue Tibballs, chief executive of the Women’s Sport and Fitness Foundation , which campaigns for greater female involvement in sport, argues that on the contrary the first ever appearance of Saudi women at the Games has been one of the “great female moments” of this year’s Olympics – alongside Nicola Adams becoming the first female Olympic boxing champion and Team GB’s women beating Brazil. Dr Helen Pankhurst, the great grandaughter of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst and ambassador for Care International , told Channel 4 News that the inclusion of the Saudi women had created “a fantastic situation” which “must be sending a message” and empowering women. She describes the large number of gold medals won by female competitors as “symbolically important”. ‘The girl’s games’ While male athletes like Jamaica’s Usain Bolt , GB’s Mo Farah and the USA’s Michael Phelps have dominated the headlines, women athletes also fought their way onto the back, and front, pages. Great Britain’s female team members have become stars over the last two weeks: from poster athlete Jessica Ennis winning the heptathlon with a series of personal bests, to boxing champion Adams making sporting history. Tibballs said: “With more female competitors and more medal opportunities than ever before we think this has been the best Olympics ever for women – and the amazing performances from Team GB women have been the icing on the cake!” “2012 will be remembered as the girl’s games”, she added. UK Sport , responsible for investing public funds in high performance sport, agrees. A spokesperson said: “This games is the women’s games if nothing else for the inspirational medal winning moments provided by our female elite athletes – most of which were gold.” With 48.2 per cent of athletes that made Team GB for London 2012 being female and, for the first time, more women than men on the US team, UK Sport says we are “getting there” in terms of gender equality. Breaking tradition Female involvement and the fight for equality in sport was signalled at the opening ceremony of the Games when, after the industrial revolution sequence, a troop of women dressed as suffragettes filed into the stadium. Things have come a long way since the first Olympics in 1896, when all competitors were men. In 1900 women were allowed to compete for the first time, but were not awarded medals until the following Games. It has taken just over 100 years for women to be allowed to compete in all sports. Sports like boxing are finally opening to women. It is the last sport to achieve Olympic gender equality. Martial arts like taekwondo and BMX riding are also changing perceptions about the kinds of sports women can take part in. Parity? Despite the optimism for women, Tibballs warned: “It is essential that we do not let the legacy of 2012 fade away. Ordinarily women’s sport attracts just 5 per cent of all media coverage and receives 0.5 per cent of all commercial sponsorship.” Pankhurst
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1945: The San Francisco Conference | United Nations 1945: The San Francisco Conference 1945: The San Francisco Conference Forty-six nations, including the four sponsors, were originally invited to the San Francisco Conference: nations which had declared war on Germany and Japan and had subscribed to the United Nations Declaration. UN Photo/Historical Photo The San Francisco Conference: Egypt signs the UN Charter. A facsimile copy of the Charter is superimposed on the photo. One of these nations - Poland - did not send a representative because the composition of its new government was not announced until too late for the conference. Therefore, a space was left for the signature of Poland, one of the original signatories of the United Nations Declaration. At the time of the conference there was no generally recognized Polish Government, but on June 28, such a government was announced and on October 15, 1945 Poland signed the Charter, thus becoming one of the original Members. Fifty Nations, Soon To Be United The conference itself invited four other states - the Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic, the Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic, newly-liberated Denmark and Argentina. Thus delegates of fifty nations in all, gathered at the City of the Golden Gate, representatives of over eighty per cent of the world's population, people of every race, religion and continent; all determined to set up an organization which would preserve peace and help build a better world. They had before them the Dumbarton Oaks proposals as the agenda for the conference and, working on this basis, they had to produce a Charter acceptable to all the countries. Delegations And Staff Number 3,500 There were 850 delegates, and their advisers and staff together with the conference secretariat brought the total to 3,500. In addition, there were more than 2,500 press, radio and newsreel representatives and observers from many societies and organizations. In all, the San Francisco Conference was not only one of the most important in history but, perhaps, the largest international gathering ever to take place. The heads of the delegations of the sponsoring countries took turns as chairman of the plenary meetings : Anthony Eden, of Britain, Edward Stettinius, of the United States, T. V. Soong, of China, and Vyacheslav Molotov, of the Soviet Union. At the later meetings, Lord Halifax deputized for Mr. Eden, V. K. Wellington Koo for T. V. Soong, and Mr Gromyko for Mr. Molotov. Plenary meetings are, however, only the final stages at such conferences. A great deal of work has to be done in preparatory committees before a proposition reaches the full gathering in the form in which it should be voted upon. And the voting procedure at San Francisco was important. Every part of the Charter had to be and was passed by a two-thirds majority. This is the way in which the San Francisco Conference got through its monumental work in exactly two months. One Charter, Four Sections The conference formed a "Steering Committee," composed of the heads of all the delegations. This committee decided all matters of major principle and policy. But, even at one member per state, the committee was 50 strong, too large for detailed work; therefore an Executive Committee of fourteen heads of delegations was chosen to prepare recommendations for the Steering Committee. Then the proposed Charter was divided into four sections, each of which was considered by a "Commission." Commission one dealt with the general purposes of the organization, its principles, membership, the secretariat and the subject of amendments to the Charter. Commission two considered the powers and responsibilities of the General Assembly, while Commission three took up the Security Council. Commission four worked on a draft for the Statute of the International Court of Justice. This draft had been prepared by a 44-nation Committee of Jurists which had met in Washington in April 1945. All this sounds over-elaborate — especially when the four Commissions subdivided into twelve technical committees — but actually, i
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Units: The International System Using the Dictionary The International System of Units (SI) All systems of weights and measures, metric and non-metric, are linked through a network of international agreements supporting the International System of Units. The International System is called the SI, using the first two initials of its French name Système International d'Unités. The key agreement is the Treaty of the Meter (Convention du Mètre), signed in Paris on May 20, 1875. 48 nations have now signed this treaty, including all the major industrialized countries. The United States is a charter member of this metric club, having signed the original document back in 1875. The SI is maintained by a small agency in Paris, the International Bureau of Weights and Measures (BIPM, for Bureau International des Poids et Mesures), and it is updated every few years by an international conference, the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM, for Conférence Générale des Poids et Mesures), attended by representatives of all the industrial countries and international scientific and engineering organizations. The 24th CGPM met in 2011; the next meeting will be in 2014. As BIPM states on its web site, "The SI is not static but evolves to match the world's increasingly demanding requirements for measurement." At the heart of the SI is a short list of base units defined in an absolute way without referring to any other units. The base units are consistent with the part of the metric system called the MKS system . In all there are seven SI base units: the meter for distance, the mole for amount of substance, and the candela for intensity of light. Other SI units, called SI derived units , are defined algebraically in terms of these fundamental units. For example, the SI unit of force, the newton , is defined to be the force that accelerates a mass of one kilogram at the rate of one meter per second per second. This means the newton is equal to one kilogram meter per second squared, so the algebraic relationship is N = kg·m·s-2. Currently there are 22 SI derived units that have special names and symbols. They include: the radian and steradian for plane and solid angles, respectively; the newton for force and the pascal for pressure; the joule for energy and the watt for power; the degree Celsius for everyday measurement of temperature; units for measurement of electricity: the coulomb (charge), volt (potential), farad (capacitance), ohm (resistance), and siemens (conductance); units for measurement of magnetism: the weber (flux), tesla (flux density), and henry (inductance); the lumen for flux of light and the lux for illuminance; the hertz for frequency of regular events and the becquerel for rates of radioactivity and other random events; the gray and sievert for radiation dose; and the katal , a unit of catalytic activity used in biochemistry. Future meetings of the CGPM may make additions to this list; the katal was added by the 21st CGPM in 1999. In addition to the 29 base and derived units, the SI permits the use of certain additional units, including: the traditional mathematical units for measuring angles ( degree , arcminute, and arcsecond ); the traditional units of civil time ( minute , hour , day , and year ); two metric units commonly used in ordinary life: the liter for volume and the tonne (metric ton) for large masses; the logarithmic units bel and neper (and their multiples, such as the decibel ); and three non-metric scientific units whose values represent important physical constants: the astronomical unit , the atomic mass unit or dalton , and the electronvolt . The SI currently accepts the use of certain other metric and non-metric units traditional in various fields. These units are supposed to be "defined in relation to the SI in every document in which they are used," and "their use is not encouraged." These barely-tolerated units might well be prohibited by future meetings of the CGPM. They include: the nautical mile and knot
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FAQ-Misc I have an article on my web site at http://bible-truth.org/Apocrypha.html titled "The Apocryphal Books - Are they lost books of the Bible?" This explains in some detail why no Bible believing church or Christians accept the Apocryphal books as inspired of God. Answer: I have not heard of the HCSB so I did a little research. What I found is that this translation is based on the same Greek text (NT) as all the modern translations. Holman makes the following statement. "The textual base for the New Testament [NT] is the Nestle-Aland Novum Testamentum Graece, 27th edition, and the United Bible Societies' Greek New Testament, 4th corrected edition. The text for the Old Testament [OT] is the Biblia Hebraica Stuttgartensia, 5th edition." (http://www.biblegateway.com/versions/Holman-Christian-Standard-Bible-HCSB/ ) It is not then based on the TR and the Majority text, but on the corrupt mss of Alpeh, A, B and a handful of other Eastern mss, which are clearly corrupted. I would think that if someone did a careful comparison the same problems as with the NIV, etc would be present. If you want a accurate and trustworthy text...the KJV is still the translation to use.
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The Book of Revelation by John the Apostle Where the Book of "Revelation" was received by John Patmos, Greece - where the Apostle John was exiled John's love for Jesus was so strong, that he continued to defy the Roman magistrate's order to no longer proclaim Jesus as Messiah, Savior and Lord; even while a prisoner. On Patmos, John was thrown in with violent criminals, but simply won many of the criminals to faith in Jesus. It was on Patmos that John wrote down in a scroll all that "he saw and heard". John's sworn testimony about how he received the messages is given in the first chapter. According to Greek Orthodox Tradition John's vision came to him on a Sunday after saying Mass and preaching the Gospel. Saint John, to escape the heat of the day, remained in the cave where he said Mass. It was here that one day the Lord came to Saint John in a vision. When Saint John awoke, he dictated his revelation to his scribe. It begins with this assurance: The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass; and he sent and signified it by his angel unto his servant John: Who bare record of the word of God, and of the testimony of Jesus Christ, and of all things that he saw. Blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written therein: for the time is at hand. Revelation 1:1-3 (KJV) Cave of John the Apostle The Book of Revelation, what God revealed to the Apostle John, is a great prophecy mystery. It's a riddle wrapped in an enigma. It has drawn the attention of numerous scholars throughout the ages, all trying to interpret the meaning of it. The stakes are worth the challenge to would-be code breakers, because the book of Revelation describes the end of one world and the beginning of the next. A key to understanding most Old Testament prophecies is to think Israel, the Jews, and Jerusalem in particular. Just as Jesus' mission was to save the Jews - it was the mission of the prophets to pass God's Word and His warnings on to them. Parallel Prophecies Revelation has been noted in some cases to "parallel" what God revealed to the Prophet Daniel, some 600 years earlier. For instance, speaking about Jerusalem being in control of the gentiles for "42 months", it appears that God is also telling us that the Gentiles will do something in an area of the temple mount which God was aware of beforehand -- so He marked it off. It also tells us that someone would control Jerusalem for 42 months. But the court which is without the temple leave out, and measure it not; for it is given unto the Gentiles: and the holy city shall they tread under foot forty and two months. Revelation 11:2 According to Bible scholar Ellis Skolfield, Daniel 12 describes what will be put into this area God marked out, and it tells us when it would be built and agrees with John's "revelation" that Jerusalem would be being under foot of the Gentiles for 42 months. The Gentiles are anyone who is not a Jew. In this case the Muslims. A by-product of this is that if God thinks the Muslim shrine to the pagan god Allah and the false prophet Muhammad is a pagan "abomination", then He is also telling us that Islam is false - and it disgusts Him. Also, of interest are the two prior verses in Daniel (9-10), which tell as when this prophecy will be "cracked" we will be in "the time of the end". It also tells us of scoffers (wicked that will always refuse to accept), who will most likely be atheists, pagans, and pagan Muslims. Daniel 12:11 "And from the time that the daily sacrifice shall be
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Aboriginal Weapons and Tools Aboriginal Weapons and Tools The Spear and Spear Thrower The favoured weapon of the Aborigines was the spear and spear thrower. The fact that they never adopted the bow and arrow has been debated for a long time. During post-glacial times the bow and arrow were being used in every inhabited part of the world except Australia. A number of reasons for this have been put forward, one of which was that the Aborigines were ultra conservative and incapable of change. This suggestion is now known to be wrong, they did adopt items such as the out-rigger canoe, they obviously saw the advantage over their bark canoes, which were not suitable for fishing at sea. When the dugout canoe was adopted by them, being introduced by the Macassans , it allowed them to fish for dugong and turtle further out to sea. The bow and arrow was assumed to be more efficient than the spear for hunting and fighting, but in Australia this doesn't seem to be the case. It has been suggested that bow and arrow were useful in places like New Guinea where the prey species were not very large. In Australia the animals hunted were often much bigger, several species of kangaroo grow to the height of a man, and their hide would no doubt be tougher than the smaller wallabies hunted in New Guinea. It is not that they don't embrace change, they have been demonstrated to have been doing that since their first arrival in Australia, it is just that they have been very selective in what that take. If they don't see an improvement over something they already have, they reject the item. This characteristic of the Aborigines was commented on by Captain Cook. Captain Cook saw the bow and arrow being used on an island close to the mainland at Cape York, as it was in the Torres Strait islands and New Guinea. But the Aborigines preferred the spear. And it seems they weren't the only ones to think it was a good thing to have. Spears and spear throwers were also appreciated by their neighbours. Cape York was the Switzerland of the prehistoric north, not getting involved in their neighbour's wars, but selling high quality weapons to all. It has been said that the spear and spear thrower were probably Australia's first export item. They had different points for different uses. The 2 main spears traded with the people of the Torres Strait islands were the fishing spear and the fighting spear. The fishing spear had 4 bone barbs. The fighting spear had a barbed bone point. The people of the Torres Strait islands also used them for hunting dugong. Death spear All backed blades were microliths, usually less than 3 cm long, and all appear to have been used for a similar purpose. It has been suggested that their main use was in rows of barbs along the sides of death spears. These spears were deadly weapons, the barbs causing great blood loss in the victim, human in fighting, animal in hunting. It has been said that they usually couldn't be pulled out, needing to be pushed right through the body, which no doubt caused even more damage. The death spears from museum collections have up to 40 barbs attached to grooves in the spear shaft with gum. These barbs are unbacked quartz flakes with no secondary working. Evidence from sites such as Sassafras and Currarong indicates that backed blades gradually disappeared about 2000 years ago, to be replaced increasingly by quartz flakes. It is thought that in earlier times backed blades were used as barbs on death spears, evidence for which is the large numbers of backed blades that have been found, the large numbers suggesting they were used for something other than spear points, with so many being used on death spears this could account for the high numbers found. Spear thrower - woomera or atlatl The antiquity of the spear thrower in Australia was pushed back to at least 40,000 BP (some have dates of 60,000 BP), making it possibly the oldest known use of a spear thrower in t
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Highland Weapons | Scottish Tartans Authority Highland Weapons Here we discuss most of the early Scottish weapons referred to in contemporary literature. Some of the names are in old Scots or English and further research is underway to identify them. We are indebted to Master Armourer Thomas Yeudall of the famous Claymore Armoury in Ayrshire for help with this section. Bowis and dorlochis ~ bows and arrows. These were in use in Scotland up until the end of the 17th century and were used for hunting and in battles. Bowis is the old spelling of bows and dorlochis means quivers. Brigantiflis ~ light armour. This is a corruption of brigantine which was a kind of armour used in the 15th & 16th centuries. Also called jack, it looked a bit like a modern flak jacket and was lined with metal plates. Any lead ball that penetrated it would be flattened like a dumdum bullet and was less likely to cause critical injury. Broadsword. From the mid 16th century, basket hilt swords were in common use in Scotland. The idea of a basket to protect the hand first came to England and then Scotland from Scandinavian and German sword makers. By the mid 17th century, ribbon baskets were being made in large quantities and by the turn of the 18th century, the Highland basket was reaching its full pattern. With the addition of the final rear wrist guard at the time of Culloden, it had fully matured. All basket hilt swords after 1746 were of military pattern. These were essential weapons for the Highlanders and the favourite fighting method was with a broadsword in one hand and a targe (shield) on the other arm. The 1881 Ancient Scottish Weapons had this to say: The broadsword first appears in formal record in Scotland in 1643, when, along with the Lochaber axe and the Jedburgh staff, it constitutes part of the equipment of the levies then called out by the Convention of Estates, From 1582 to 1649 a "ribbit gaird" often appears as the " essay" of the armourers of Edinburgh, but in 1649 it was changed to " ane mounted sword, with a new scabbard and an Highland guard." Many of the Scottish basket-hilted swords have Ferara blades, but this does not necessarily imply that they are older than the period indicated. Nothing is certainly known of the swordsmith originally using the designation of Andrea Ferara, beyond the excellence of the blades that bear his mark by right. He is said to have been an Italian armourer of the last quarter of the sixteenth century, and to have also established an armoury in Spain. But this is probably a mere inference, from the fact that the cognomen of the artificer is by some supposed to have been derived from the town of Ferrara in Italy, and by others from the town of Feraria in the north of Spain. It may be of some significance that the name of Ferreira is still common in Spain, and that, while Ferara sword-blades are almost unknown in Italy, the largest and finest collection of them in existence is to be found in the Royal Arsenal at Madrid. The name " Andrea Ferara em Lisboa " occurs on a sword in the possession of Brodie of Brodie and there is a sword stamped with the words " O. Cromwell L. Prokter," which also bears the armourer's mark "Andrea Ferara," and the name of the German town Solingen. The date usually attributed to the original Andrea is too early for the majority of the sword-blades bearing the designation, and the probability is, that the " Ferara " blade was manufactured by various armourers in different places to supply the demand created, in the first instance, by their superior excellence. Picro Ferara, Cosmo Ferara, and Giovanni Fuerara, are signatures occasionally found on sword-blades, and it is quite in accordance with what is known, in other cases, that the original name Andrea should have been continued through several generations of armourers after it had become famous. Culveringis ~ type of cannon. This is the old plural for culverin which was a piece of artillery that had the same calibre and fired the same size shot as cannons but was a quarter to a third longer than a cannon. The rate of fi
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Richard III by William Shakespeare — Reviews, Discussion, Bookclubs, Lists Richard III, abridged: RICHARD: Mwahahaha! Mwahahahahaha! Mwahaha! CLARENCE: Hey brother! So, I guess I'm being sent to the Tower of London. Sucks, right? RICHARD: Don't worry, Clarence, you'll be fine. I'll try and get you out, and certainly won't hire assassins to kill you or anything. CLARENCE: Awesome! You're the best! RICHARD: Mwahahaha! ANNE: You killed my husband and my son in the last play, you asshole! I HATE YOU SO MUCH! RICHARD: I only killed your husband because you're so fucking hot. A Richard III, abridged: RICHARD: Mwahahaha! Mwahahahahaha! Mwahaha! CLARENCE: Hey brother! So, I guess I'm being sent to the Tower of London. Sucks, right? RICHARD: Don't worry, Clarence, you'll be fine. I'll try and get you out, and certainly won't hire assassins to kill you or anything. CLARENCE: Awesome! You're the best! RICHARD: Mwahahaha! ANNE: You killed my husband and my son in the last play, you asshole! I HATE YOU SO MUCH! RICHARD: I only killed your husband because you're so fucking hot. ANNE: OMG TAKE ME RIGHT NOW. RICHARD: Mwahahahaha. MARGARET: YOU'RE ALL GONNA DIE BECAUSE OF RICHARD! I CURSE ALL YOU FUCKERS! EVERYONE: *ignores Margaret* EDWARD V: The king is dead! Good thing he made you Lord Protector, Richard, so now you can make sure no one steals my throne. RICHARD: Yeah...so you know what the best hotel in town is? The tower of London. I got you and your brother a suite. EDWARD V: Awesome! Let's go! RICHARD: Mwahahahahahaha! Hey everybody, those kids are bastards. I should be king instead. EVERYONE: WOOOO! WE LOVE RICHARD! HASTINGS: Okay, I was fine with all the usurping and mudering up until now but...seriously dude, I gotta ask: WHY ARE YOU SO EVIL? RICHARD: I'm a hunchback. Discussion closed. Oh, and you're under arrest. Say hi to my dead nephews for me. BUCKINGHAM: Wait, what? Dude, you have officially overdone it. I'm out. RICHARD: Memo to self: get Buckingham killed. Mwahaha. ELIZABETH: Okay Richard, you've now killed my two sons, my brothers, and I'm not completely sure you didn't kill my husband too. What else could you possibly do to me? RICHARD: Well, your daughter's kinda hot. And fortunately, my wife just came down with a deadly illness - the symptoms include head/neck separation, very gross - and I've got to start making some legitimate heirs, if ya know what I mean. ELIZABETH: Fuck you. The Earl of Richmond is gonna kill you so hard. RICHARD: Oh shit, that's right, we're being invaded. Guess I'd better head over to Bosworth field, then. AUDIENCE: Oh thank god, it's nearly over. (For those of you keeping score at home, Richard's current body count is ELEVEN FUCKING PEOPLE.) GHOSTS OF LITERALLY EVERYONE IN THE PLAY: BOOGEDY BOOGEDY BOOGEDY! You're so gonna die tomorrow, Richard, because we're on the Earl of Richmond's side. In fact, we've already started calling him Henry VII. DESPAIR AND DIE, MOTHERFUCKER! RICHARD: Mwaha...ha? AUDIENCE: SERIOUSLY CAN HE PLEASE GET KILLED ALREADY SO I CAN GO TO THE BATHROOM? RICHARD: All right men, first let me say thanks for sticking with me, despite the fact that all my close friends seem to mysteriously die whenever they disagree with me. Secondly: Yorkists, ready your breakfasts and eat hearty. FOR TONIGHT, WE DINE IN HELL! MWAHAHAHAHAHA-aaaack! That hurt! AND WHERE THE FUCK DID MY HORSE GO? HENRY VII: I KEEL YOU! RICHARD: Oh, fuck. *dies* AUDIENCE: Thank god. *sprints for the bathrooms* THE END. Dec 27, 2016 Bill Kerwin rated it really liked it I remembered this play as being nothing more than a superb melodrama organized around a charismatic, one-dimensional villain, but I now realize it is more complex than that. Richard's deformity is not merely a physical sign of spiritual evil, but also a metaphor for the twisted era of internecine and intra-generational violence of which he himself is the inevitable conclusion. Richard claims that his disability disqualifies him for a peaceful age's love-making, but his effective wooing of Lady A I remembered this play as being nothing more than
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UK Butterflies UK Butterflies Announcing Project Frohawk Posted on January 4, 2017 We're announcing an exciting new initiative: "Project Frohawk"! The essence of this initiative is to document (with relevant photos) every larval instar of each butterfly species found in the British Isles and significant progress has already been made. Click here to learn more and to see how you can help. UKB TV - Episode 1: High Brown Fritillary Posted on January 1, 2017 This video is the first in a series of episodes produced for UK Butterflies TV by Dr. Dan Danahar, each looking at the autecology of the different species of butterflies found within the British Isles. The series also aims to interview those individuals who have made significant contributions to the conservation of each species in an attempt to capture, for posterity, their stories told in their own words. UK Butterflies Annual Photography Competition Posted on December 4, 2016 Congratulations to Nigel Kiteley and Iain Cowe, who took the first 3 places between them in the 2016 UK Butterflies Annual Photography Competition! With a superb photo of a mating pair of Esper's Marbled Whites, Nigel wins a copy of The Video Guide to the Butterflies of Britain and Ireland (DVD) which has been kindly donated by NatureGuides. Click here to see all of the winning entries. A Review of Guide d'identification des papillons de jour de Suisse Posted on November 25, 2016 From the publisher: This guide presents in condensed form 1,750 identification criteria for Swiss butterflies (rhopalocera and red burnet moths), in an ideal format for taking into the field. Richly illustrated and written in such a way as to be accessible to a broad public, it allows anyone interested in butterflies to identify quickly and relatively easily any of the 216 species of present in Switzerland. The book comprises two distinct parts: an intuitive and easy-to-use identification key (aimed mainly at beginners) and plates illustrating the diagnostic characters of each species. Click here to read the review. A Review of 1000 Butterflies Posted on November 9, 2016 From the publisher: Following on from his previous book, "Butterflies of the World", Adrian Hoskins' new book showcases over 1000 species of the world's most beautiful and diverse butterflies. Including monarchs, birdwings, swordtails, morphos, glasswings and many more, 1000 Butterflies includes photographs of wild butterflies in their natural surroundings, accompanied by useful text on identification, interesting features and geographic distribution. Click here to read the review by Guy Padfield. UKB Founder Receives Conservation Award Posted on November 5, 2016 UK Butterflies founder, Pete Eeles, was presented with the Marsh Award for the Promotion of Lepidoptera Conservation at Butterfly Conservation's AGM and Members' Day in Nottingham. Peter was recognised for developing the UK Butterflies website and its associated community, for his contribution to the Hampshire and Isle of Wight branch of Butterfly Conservation and for creating Butterfly Conservation's Garden Butterfly Survey website. New Article! The Hibernaculum Habits of the White Admiral Butterfly Posted on November 3, 2016 As part of a broader study into the life cycle of the White Admiral butterfly, the author has examined the habits of the overwintering larva. In this article he presents four different types of hibernacula that he has encountered so that it may help those looking to monitor them over the winter months. Click here to read the article. Announcing UK Butterflies TV! Posted on October 29, 2016 2017 will see the launch of UK Butterflies TV! Presented by Dr. Dan Danahar, this new initiative will highlight each of the species in the British Isles and contain interviews with experts and enthusiasts alike. If you have a particular story to tell regarding any of our species, and are willing to participate, then do contact Dan Danahar or Pete Eeles with details. This video of Dan and Pete discussing this initiative provides some context and we look forward to hearing from you. New Art
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Duck Soup (1933) | The Film Spectrum Producer: Herman J. Mankiewicz (Paramount) Writers: Bert Kalmar, Harry Ruby (screenplay) Photography: Henry Sharp Music: John Leipold Cast: Groucho Marx, Harpo Marx, Chico Marx, Zeppo Marx, Margaret Dumont, Raquel Torres, Louis Calhern, Edmund Breese, Leonid Kinskey, Charles Middleton, Edgar Kennedy Introduction Their careers began over a century ago, as a family vaudeville act in New York. Yet the very mention of the phrase “Marx Brothers” has become cultural shorthand for comic genius and a reminder that good comedy never stales. Yes, they were all actual brothers, and yes, there were as many as five: Groucho, Harpo, Chico, Zeppo and Gummo, though the lattermost left the act before the group started making films in 1926. “By the time the Marx Brothers were on film, they were doing routines that they had perfected on stage for years and years on the vaudeville circuit, so they really knew what they were doing,” writer/director Andrew Bergman says. “They just took everything apart.” In all, the siblings made 16 pictures together through 1957, and as the wisecracking standout, Groucho enjoyed a solo career that stretched into the ’60s. But of all the films they made, none was more influential or more hilarious than their 1933 flop Duck Soup, their last at Paramount, and last with Zeppo, a film grossly under-appreciated in its day, but quite simply one of the finest comedies ever made. Plot Summary The film takes place in the fictional country of Freedonia, a miniscule place barely seen on a map. The nation faces grave bankruptcy and can only be saved by the contribution of wealthy widow Gloria Teasdale (Margaret Dumont), who insists the current prime minister step down in favor of Rufus T. Firefly (Groucho Marx). Of course, it isn’t exactly the best time for Firefly to take over. Freedonia is on the brink of war with neighboring Sylvania. But take over he does, while his assistant, Bob Roland (Zeppo Marx), warns about the suspicious motives of Sylvanian ambassador Trentino (Louis Calhern), who’s secretly trying to take over Freedonia by marrying Mrs. Teasdale. Trentino sends two spies, Pinky (Harpo Marx) and Chicolini (Chico Marx), to gather intelligence on Firefly. Later, he sends them to Mrs. Teasdale’s home to steal Freedonia’s war plans, only for Firefly to catch them red-handed. Controlled Chaos The appeal of watching the Marx Bros. is the sense that anything can happen at any time, whether it’s Harpo rising out of a bathtub, or a doghouse tattoo turning into a real barking dog . The final war sequence is absolute frenzy with Groucho wearing five different uniforms as he dodges explosions and heat-seeking missiles through the window, Harpo’s hat spinning around from machine-gun fire, and a priceless “help is on the way” montage, where the cavalry arrives in the form of fire engines, motorcycle cops, marathon runners, rowers, swimmers, baboons, elephants and dolphins. While some of the visuals appear dated, they are nonetheless ambitious. And who better to organize this controlled chaos than director Leo McCarey? Between 1926-1929, McCarey served as Laurel and Hardy’s “supervisor.” He says that meant “writing the story, cutting it, stringing the gags together, coordinating everything, screening the rushes, working on the editing, sending out the prints, working on the second editing when the preview reactions weren’t good enough and even, from time to time, shooting sequences over again.” (E) With Laurel and Hardy already under his belt, and the screwball comedy The Awful Truth (1937) on the horizon, McCarey was at the prime of his career to attempt the Marx Brothers. Yet even he admits he felt overwhelmed by them. (E) It may be fun to imagine what would have happened if the film’s original director, Ernst Lubitsch, stayed on, but McCarey does a more than admirable job. As critic David Thomson says, of all the Marx Brothers films, “Duck Soup alone suggests a director: its humor is better organized, and its satire on war more serious.” (E) Watch the way the director helps bring fort
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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 was the king of which Island? Who played the title role in the 1953 film ‘The Glenn Miller Story’? A third wedding anniversary is traditionally represented by which material? In the Bible, what sign did God give Noah that the earth would not be flooded again? In August 2011 NASA announced that photographic evidence had been captured of possible liquid water of which planet in our solar system? The restored tomb of which dramatist was unveiled in Paris in November 2011, after being ruined by lipstick smears left by thousands of kisses? What was the name of the hurricane which hit the East Coast of America in August 2011? On 11th March 2011 a 9.1 magnitude earthquake and subsequent tsunami hit the east of which country? Convict George Joseph Smith was known as the ‘Brides in the ‘what’ murderer’? In the human body, Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis is commonly known by what name? A peregrine is what type of bird? What is the name of the highly toxic protein obtained from the pressed seeds of the castor oil plant? Which British pop musician/actor was actress Sadie Frost’s first husband? British singer Gaynor Hopkins is better known by what name? Who played Ron Kovic in the 1989 film ‘Born on the Fourth of July’? Ben Gurion International Airport is in which country? Which basketball star is kidnapped by cartoon characters in the 1996 film ‘Space Jam’? In the tv series The A Team, what does B.A. stand for in the name B.A. Baracus? In medicine, metritis is the inflammation of which part of the body? In which year was the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour in the USA? In the human body, where is the atrium? The OK Corral is in which US town? In Greek mythology, Amphitrite, queen of the sea, was the wife of which god? Which British boxer bought one of the original ‘Only Fools and Horses’ Reliant Robins in 2004? Actor Roy Harold Scherer was better known by what name? Anna Gordy was the first wife of which late soul singer? Who played Heinrich Himmler in the 1976 film ‘The Eagle Has Landed’? Which is the fastest rotating planet in our solar system? Which country was invaded by Iraq in 1990? Cobalt, Cyan and Cerulean are shades of which colour? In 1936, Joseph Bowers was the first inmate to attempt an escape from which prison? In the 18th Century, the British Royal Navy ordered limes and lemons to be carried on board ships as a remedy for which disease? In which US state were the 1692 Witch Trials held? Question Who was the father of English monarch Edward VI? Vermicide is a substance used for killing which creatures? Miss Gatsby and Miss Tibbs were two elderly residents in which UK tv sitcom? Who was US actor Mickey Rooney’s first wife? The resort town of Sliema is on which Mediterranean island? In the Bible, what is the Decalogue more commonly known as? In Greek mythology, Hypnos was the god of what? Which real-life couple starred in the 1994 remake of the film ‘The Getaway’? American 1940′s murder victim Elizabeth Short was known by what posthumous nickname? British monarch Henry VIII married which of his wives in 1540? In February 1983 which US writer choked to death on the cap from a bottle of eye drops? Which US gangster was released from Alcatraz prison in November 1939? Who built the Roman wall which divided England and Scotland? In the human body, the hallux is more commonly known by what name? The liqueur Maraschino is flavoured with which fruit? Which famous US outlaw shot the cashier of a savings bank in Gallatin Missouri in 1869? Kathmandu is the capital of which country? TAP is the chief airline of which European country? In November 2002, which member of the British royal family was convicted and fined for violating the Dangerous Dogs Act? Tommy Lee plays which instrument in the band Motley Crue? The Wang River i
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ExchangeRate.com - Currency Information German Mark | Post | View The Deutsche Mark (German mark) was the official currency of West Germany (1948-1990) and Germany (1990-2002) until the adoption of the euro in 2002. It was first issued under Allied occupation in 1948 replacing the Reichsmark, and served as the Federal Republic of Germany's official currency from its founding the following year until 1999, when the Mark was replaced by the euro; its coins and banknotes remained in circulation, defined in terms of euros, until the introduction of euro notes and coins in early 2002. The Deutsche Mark ceased to be legal tender immediately upon the introduction of the euro-in contrast to the other Eurozone nations, where the euro and legacy currency circulated side by side for up to two months. DM coins and banknotes continued to be accepted as valid forms of payment in Germany until 28 February 2002. The Deutsche Bundesbank has guaranteed that all German mark in cash form may be changed into euros indefinitely, and one may do so at any branch of the Bundesbank in Germany. Banknotes can even be sent to the bank by mail. On 31 December 1998, the European Central Bank (ECB) fixed the irrevocable exchange rate, effective 1 January 1999, for German mark to euros as DM 1.95583 = 1. One Deutsche Mark was divided into 100 Pfennig. History Before 1871 A Mark had been the currency of Germany since its original unification in 1871. Before that time, the different German states issued a variety of different currencies, though most were linked to the Vereinsthaler, a silver coin containing 16 2/3 grams of pure silver. Although the Mark was based on gold rather than silver, a fixed exchange rate between the Vereinsthaler and the Mark of 3 Mark = 1 Vereinsthaler was used for the conversion. 1873-1948 The first Mark, known as the Goldmark, was introduced in 1873. With the outbreak of World War I, the Mark was taken off the gold standard. The currency thus became known as the Papiermark, especially as high inflation, then hyperinflation occurred and the currency became exclusively made up of paper money. The Papiermark was replaced by the Rentenmark in late 1923 and the Reichsmark (RM) in 1924. Currency reform of June 1948 The Deutsche Mark was introduced on Sunday, June 20, 1948 by Ludwig Erhard. He did this, as he often confessed, on Sunday because the offices of the American, British, and French occupation authorities were closed that day. He was sure that if he had done it when they were open, they would have countermanded the order. The old Reichsmark and Rentenmark were exchanged for the new currency at a rate of 1 DM = 1 RM for the essential currency such as wages, payment of rents etc, and 1 DM = 10 RM for the remainder in private non-bank credit balance, with half frozen. Large amounts were exchanged for 10RM to 65 pfennigs. In addition, each person received a per capita allowance of 60 DM in two parts, the first being 40 DM and the second 20 DM. The introduction of the new currency was intended to protect western Germany from a second wave of hyperinflation and to stop the rampant barter and black market trade (where American cigarettes acted as currency). Although the new currency was initially only distributed in the three western occupation zones outside Berlin, the move angered the Soviet authorities, who regarded it as a threat. The Soviets promptly cut off all road, rail and canal links between the three western zones and West Berlin - starting the Berlin Blockade. In response the United States distributed the new currency in West Berlin as well. Currency reform in the Soviet occupation zone In the Soviet occupation zone of Germany (later the German Democratic Republic), the East German Mark (also named "Deutsche Mark" from 1948-1964 and colloquially referred to as the Ostmark) was introduced a few days afterwards in the form of Reichsmark and Rentenmark notes with adhesive stamps to stop the flooding in of Reichsmark and Rentenmark notes from the West. In July 1948, a completely new series of East German Mark banknot
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World Paper Money WORLD PAPER MONEY SCARCE BANKNOTES OF THE SHORT-LIVED REPUBLIC OF AFGHANISTAN In 1973 Muhammad Daud Khan (also known as Mohammad Daoud Khan) overthrew his cousin and brother-in-law, the king of Afghanistan, and declared himself President of Afghanistan. Though he did not claim the title of the Shah, he retained many of the Shah's powers. He initiated a number of progressive policies, including the expansion of the rights of women. He suppressed the radical Islamic fundamentalists, whose leaders found refuge in Pakistan and who were supported encouraged by the Pakistan government. Though initially aligned with the Soviet Union, he began to push for increased relations and trade with other Muslim nations and the United States. In 1978, he was assassinated in a coup that was supported by the Soviet Union, which was afraid of losing its influence over Afghanistan. This six note set of Muhammad Daud Khan includes the 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1000 Afghani dating between 1973 and 1977. The notes all bear his portrait on the left, and a watermark of him on the right. The reverses of the notes features various Afghan vignettes. The 10 Afghanis pictures the Arch at Qila'e Bost. The 20 Afghanis shows a scene of Kabul featuring a canal. The 50 Afghani features 3 men riding yaks. The 100 Afghani features the Friday Mosque in Herat. The 500 Afghani features a fortified village and is brown. The 1000 Afghani features the Mosque of Mazar-e Sharif. The lower denominations are AU- Uncirculated, the higher denominations are VF to AU. The set catalogs for over $40, however our price is MUCH less. Item PM-AF-DAUD6 AFGHANISTAN 6 NOTE SET 10-1000 AFGHANIS, 1973-77, ( P47-50,52-53) VF-UNC. $17.50 WWI AUSTRIAN POW CAMP NOTE This 20 Heller note was issued for the Aschach A.D. Prisoner of War camp during World War I. The camp was located near the small town of Aschach an der Donau, which is in Upper Austria on the Danube River. The POW Camp primarily held Officers and Non-commissioned officers from Serbia and Montenegro. The Serbian government estimated some 6000 of its citizens died at the camp due poor living conditions, lack of hygiene and inadequate medical care. Today Aschach is a town of about 2000 people, which is not much larger than it was during the Great War. The undated note has the same design on the front and back, featuring a "modern" Austrian eagle. The light blue note was issued from about 1916 to 1918. It measures 110 x 70mm. Item PM-AU-POW AUSTRIA, ASCHACH POW CAMP 20 HELLER AU-UNC. out HISTORIC AUSTRIAN NOTGELD NOTES Reduced size image With the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire following World War I, hundreds of local communities briefly issued their own emergency currency, known as notgeld, for use within the town. These notes are denominated in Heller and usually depict scenes of the issuing community. They are an inexpensive, interesting and historic collectable. Most of the notes are dated 1920 and most grade AU to Unc. Every lot is different, with few duplicates between lots. Item PM-AU-NOTx10 10 DIFFERENT AUSTRIAN NOTGELD NOTES $8.00 Item PM-AU-NOTx50 50 DIFFERENT AUSTRIAN NOTGELD NOTES $40.00 Item PM-AU-NOTx100 100 DIFFERENT AUSTRIAN NOTGELD NOTES $79.50 THE (ALMOST) PERFECT CRIME This Bahain 20 Dinar banknote was part of what was an almost perfect crime that threatened the stability of the economy of Bahrain. The note was the largest denomination issued by Bahrain. In late 1997 a group of con-men approached a South American banknote manufacturer with a forged order from the Bahrain Monetary Agency for several million of the current Bahrain 20 Dinar banknote, which had been introduced in 1993. The manufacturer, believing the men and their order to be legitimate, carefully created printing plates from an original note and secured 8 tons of banknote paper with the original watermark and security threads from the French manufacturer that had provided the paper for the original printing of the notes. The notes were printed in May 1998. During the first week of June huge qua
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Book subtitled 'There and Back Again' - crossword puzzle clue Help Clue: Book subtitled 'There and Back Again' Book subtitled 'There and Back Again' is a crossword puzzle clue that we have spotted 1 time. There are related clues (shown below). Referring crossword puzzle answers Likely related crossword puzzle clues Sort A-Z
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Sister Act: A New Take On Dorothy Wordsworth : NPR List price: $30 Crossing the Threshold "A wedding or a festival, A mourning or a funeral." —WILLIAM WORDSWORTH, "Ode: Intimations of Immortality" "...in our life alone does Nature live— Our's is her Wedding-garment, our's her Shroud!" —SAMUEL TAYLOR COLERIDGE, "Dejection: An Ode" She can stand it no longer. When she looks from her window at the two men running up the avenue to tell her that the wedding is over, she throws herself down on the bed, where she lies in a trance, neither hearing nor seeing. Earlier that morning the groom had entered her room and she had removed the ring, which she had been wearing all night, and handed it back to him with a blessing. He had then returned it to her finger, blessing it once more, before leaving for the church to bind himself to another. When she is told by the bride's sister that the newlyweds are coming, she somehow rises from her bed and sends herself flying down the stairs and out the front door, her body moving against her own volition, not stopping until she is in the arms of the groom. Together they cross the threshold of the house, where they wait to greet the bride. Dorothy Wordsworth's journal entry for October 4, 1802, describes her brother William's marriage to Mary Hutchinson from the perspective of her bedroom at Gallow Hill, the Hutchinsons' Yorkshire farm, where she waited for the couple to return from the local church at Brompton. She was too distraught to attend the ceremony herself. For readers of her journals, Dorothy's account of William's wedding morning comes as a surprise, and not only because of the peculiar early-morning ceremony performed between the brother and the sister and the intensity of her physical response to the event. It strikes a new tone in her writing: after two and a half years of recording what she sees, she now records what she feels about something she has not seen, and it is typical of Dorothy Wordsworth that this long-awaited focus on herself comes just as she is going out of focus, slipping into a semiconscious state as one chapter of her life closes and the next begins. Following her description of Wordsworth's wedding, Dorothy's journal seems to lose its purpose. One of her final entries, made a few months later in the new year not long after she had turned thirty-one, has her resolving to keep the project going in a fresh notebook bought during the summer in France: I will take a nice Calais Book & will for the future write regularly &, if I can legibly, so much for this my resolution on Tuesday night, January 11 1803. Now I am going to take Tapioca for my supper, & Mary an Egg, William some cold mutton, his poor chest is tired. Six days later, her final entry, headed Monda[y], is left blank. In many cases, people turn to their journals when there is nowhere else to turn, when they need to divide themselves into two in order to talk. But in the case of Dorothy Wordsworth, it was when her life alone with her brother was shattered that she stopped writing, as if writing and William were bound up with one another. This is the story of four small notebooks whose contents Dorothy Wordsworth never meant to be published, and which have become known as the Grasmere Journals. In tightly compressed entries that are mostly regular and mostly legible, they describe a routine of mutton and moonscapes, walking and headaches, watching and waiting, pie baking and poem making. Their style, at times pellucid, at times opaque, lies somewhere between the rapture of a love letter and the portentousness of a thriller; the tight, economical form they adopt is that of the lyric, but in the grandness of their emotions they are yearning toward the epic. The quickly scribbled pages catch the sights and sounds that other eyes and ears miss: the dancing and reeling of daffodils by the lakeside, the silence of winter frost on bare trees, and the glitter of light on a sheep's fleece. They record the love between a brother and a sister, and climax with Dorothy's "str'nge fits of passion," to use Wordsworth's en
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Begun in 1897 and inspired by the success of the first modern-day marathon at the 1896 Olympics, what is the world's oldest annual marathon?
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Boston Marathon 2016 - YouTube Boston Marathon 2016 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. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Published on Apr 20, 2016 Boston marathon 2016 held in Massachusetts state in America. It is always held on Patriots' Day, the third Monday of April. Begun in 1897, inspired by the success of the first modern-day marathon competition in the 1896 Summer Olympics, the Boston Marathon is the world's oldest annual marathon and ranks as one of the world's best-known road racing events. Events start from Hopkinton city & finish line is in Boston. Which is 26.2 mile. This video captured from 6 mile away from start line at Framingham city. If you like this video, please don't forget to subscribe this channel. Category
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Olympic Games Olympic Games Intercalated Most successful countries in Summer Olympics from 2000 to 2016 by the number of medals. The modern Olympic Games or Olympics ( French : Jeux olympiques [1] ) are leading international sporting events featuring summer and winter sports competitions in which thousands of athletes from around the world participate in a variety of competitions . The Olympic Games are considered the world’s foremost sports competition with more than 200 nations participating. [2] The Olympic Games are held every four years , with the Summer and Winter Games alternating by occurring every four years but two years apart. Their creation was inspired by the ancient Olympic Games , which were held in Olympia, Greece , from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. Baron Pierre de Coubertin founded the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 1894. The IOC is the governing body of the Olympic Movement , with the Olympic Charter defining its structure and authority. The evolution of the Olympic Movement during the 20th and 21st centuries has resulted in several changes to the Olympic Games. Some of these adjustments include the creation of the Winter Olympic Games for ice and winter sports, the Paralympic Games for athletes with a disability, and the Youth Olympic Games for teenage athletes. The IOC has had to adapt to a variety of economic, political, and technological advancements. As a result, the Olympics has shifted away from pure amateurism , as envisioned by Coubertin, to allowing participation of professional athletes . The growing importance of mass media created the issue of corporate sponsorship and commercialisation of the Games. World wars led to the cancellation of the 1916, 1940, and 1944 Games. Large boycotts during the Cold War limited participation in the 1980 and 1984 Games. The Olympic Movement consists of international sports federations (IFs), National Olympic Committees (NOCs), and organising committees for each specific Olympic Games. As the decision-making body, the IOC is responsible for choosing the host city for each Games, and organises and funds the Games according to the Olympic Charter. The IOC also determines the Olympic programme, consisting of the sports to be contested at the Games. There are several Olympic rituals and symbols, such as the Olympic flag and torch , as well as the opening and closing ceremonies . Over 13,000 athletes compete at the Summer and Winter Olympic Games in 33 different sports and nearly 400 events. The first, second, and third-place finishers in each event receive Olympic medals : gold, silver, and bronze, respectively. The Games have grown so much that nearly every nation is now represented. This growth has created numerous challenges and controversies , including boycotts, doping , bribery, and a terrorist attack in 1972 . Every two years the Olympics and its media exposure provide unknown athletes with the chance to attain national and sometimes international fame. The Games also constitute an opportunity for the host city and country to showcase themselves to the world. Contents Stadium in Olympia, Greece The Ancient Olympic Games were religious and athletic festivals held every four years at the sanctuary of Zeus in Olympia, Greece . Competition was among representatives of several city-states and kingdoms of Ancient Greece . These Games featured mainly athletic but also combat sports such as wrestling and the pankration , horse and chariot racing events. It has been widely written that during the Games, all conflicts among the participating city-states were postponed until the Games were finished. This cessation of hostilities was known as the Olympic peace or truce. [3] This idea is a modern myth because the Greeks never suspended their wars. The truce did allow those religious pilgrims who were travelling to Olympia to pass through warring territories unmolested because they were protected by Zeus. [4] The origin of the Olympics is shrouded in mystery and legend; [5] one of the most popular myths identifies Heracles and his father Zeus as t
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Which tennis player beat Boris Becker in the all German men singles final at Wimbledon in 1991?
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Boris Becker - Biography - IMDb Boris Becker Jump to: Overview (4) | Mini Bio (1) | Spouse (2) | Trivia (30) | Personal Quotes (1) Overview (4) 6' 1½" (1.87 m) Mini Bio (1) Boris Franz Becker was born on November 22, 1967 in Leimen, West Germany, the only son in the family of an architect. His father built the tennis center (Blau-Weiss Tennisklub), where young Becker was usually playing against young Steffi Graf in training matches. In 1984 he became a professional tennis player. Becker was an unknown 17-year-old unseeded outsider at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in 1985, when he shot to fame by setting the record for Wimbledon, becoming the youngest player ever to win the men's final. He was also the first unseeded player ever and the first German to win the men's single title at Wimbledon. He was nicknamed "Boom Boom" for his huge serve. Becker reached the Wimbledon final 7 times in 10 years and won 3 men's single titles, among the total of 49 singles and 15 doubles victories over the course of his career. Becker became the second youngest player, after Björn Borg , to be introduced into the tennis' Hall of Fame in 2003. He ranks third in sport career earnings with $25,080,956. But pressures and demands on him brought too much stress into his life. At the age of 31 Becker retired from professional tennis. In 1993, he married Barbara Feltus , who was the daughter of an African-American serviceman and a white German lady. The celebrity couple appeared naked on the cover of "Stern" magazine before their marriage (the photo was made by her father). They married on December 17, 1993, and had their first son, Noah, born on January 18, 1994, and their second son Elias, born on September 4, 1999. Becker gained respect for his stance against racism. But in 2000, his wife took both sons to Florida and filed a petition in Miami court, ignoring their prenuptial agreement, that entitled her to a single payoff of $2,500,000. She got 14,400,000 and the custody of both sons, and her lawyer was paid for by Becker. His high-profile marriage and an equally high-profile divorce from model Barbara Feltus was paralleled by the story of him impregnating a Russian-African model Angela Ermakova at an upscale London restaurant in the summer of 1999, and having an illegitimate child (Anna, born on March 22, 2000). After having positive DNA test results, Becker recognized his fatherhood of a daughter Anna and payed a generous $5,000,000 settlement in 2001. This came on top of his tax problems, for which he was fined $500,000. He also suffered from alcohol and drug addiction, which complicated matters in his turbulent life. Boris Becker was able to overcome the mistakes of his past and moved on with his life, by first moving from Monaco to Mallorca and to Zug, Switzerland. His sincere and open autobiography, titled "Boris Becker - The Player: The Autobiography" was published in 2004. He works with a British TV sports-show and has a regular gig as a BBC commentator at Wimbledon. Becker also plays exhibitions on the Senior ATP Tour and on the Billie Jean King's World Team Tennis tour. Outside of his sports career Boris Becker has been a successful businessman. He owns half of the tennis racquet company Völkl, collaborates with watchmakers, owns several Mercedes dealerships and also does promotions for Mercedes-Benz. - IMDb Mini Biography By: Steve Shelokhonov Spouse (2) (January 26, 2001) A Munich court granted Becker a divorce. Ex-wife Barbara reportedly got a $14.4 million settlement, their condo on Florida's exclusive Fisher Island and custody of their sons, Noah and Elias. Member of the Laureus World Sports Academy, a European foundation devoted to achieving social change through sports. Father Karl-Heinz, an architect, designed the tennis center where Becker and Steffi Graf played against each other as children. Never won a professional tournament on clay. In 1992, ignoring his nation's euphoria over reunification, Becker refused to serve as ambassador for Berlin's bid to host the 2000 Olympics, saying he feared a triumphant Germany migh
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BBC SPORT | Tennis | Nadal wins epic Wimbledon final Advertisement Nadal won his fifth Grand Slam title and first away from Roland Garros Rafael Nadal held off an incredible fightback from Roger Federer to win his first Wimbledon title and end the Swiss star's reign at the All England Club. The Spaniard missed two championship points in the fourth set but recovered to win a dramatic rain-interrupted match 6-4 6-4 6-7 (5-7) 6-7 (8-10) 9-7. The final shot was struck in near darkness on Centre Court at 2115 BST. Nadal, 22, is the first man since Bjorn Borg in 1980 to win the French Open and Wimbledon titles back-to-back. Asked about the moment of victory, Nadal told BBC Sport: "It's impossible to explain what I felt in that moment but I'm very, very happy. "It is a dream to play on this court, my favourite tournament, but to win I never imagined." Federer, who made just one of 13 break points, said: "I tried everything, got a little late, but look, Rafa is a deserving champion, he just played fantastic. Interview: Rafael Nadal "The rain didn't make it easier but you have to expect the worst and he's the worst opponent on the best court. It's a pity I couldn't win it but I'll be back next year." Federer, 26, had been trying to become only the second man to win six consecutive Wimbledon titles, and so surpass Borg to match Willie Renshaw, who played in the 1880s. The defeat brought to an end his unbeaten run of 65 matches on grass, and arguably his reign as the undisputed king of tennis. On sealing victory, a tearful Nadal climbed through the stands to celebrate with his family and supporters before heading to the royal box to speak to members of the Spanish royal family. Federer, meanwhile, suffered the unpleasant experience of watching, dejected, from his chair as he came to terms with finishing runner-up for the first time. It may be little consolation but he played his part in one of the great finals. The pre-match billing had it down as tennis's version of a world heavyweight title fight and it lived up to the hype, Nadal finally winning the longest Wimbledon men's singles final after four hours, 48 minutes. 606: DEBATE Was that the best Wimbledon final of all time? He now adds the Wimbledon crown to the four French Open titles he has won, while Federer will look to defend his one remaining Grand Slam title at the US Open next month. Nadal went into the match as the favourite in some people's eyes, having thrashed Federer in last month's Roland Garros final and with an 11-6 head-to-head record against the Swiss. After a 35-minute delay to the start because of rain, the Majorcan made the better start with a break in game three, saving three break points on his way to the first set. The momentum shifted at the start of the second as Federer raced to a 4-1 lead, whipping a vicious cross-court forehand for a winner to finally convert a break point in game two, but Nadal came roaring back with five straight games for a two-set lead. With dark clouds gathering overhead, Federer looked ready to be put out of his misery at 3-3, 0-40, in the third but the champion roused himself superbly, reeling off five straight points and holding serve to lead 5-4 when rain stopped play after two hours and 14 minutes. Federer had a break point to serve for the title in the fifth set Play resumed following a break of 80 minutes and when it came down to a tie-break, rejuvenated Federer dominated with some huge forehands and unstoppable serving, sealing it with an ace. The fourth set saw the two players inspired and by the closing stages the enthralled Centre Court crowd were chanting the names of both men. Another tie-break was required to separate the pair - and it was an all-time classic. Federer recovered from 5-2 down only to miss a set point with a wayward forehand. Nadal then lost his first championship point at 7-6 when Federer hit a winning serve, and the Swiss saved a second match point with an outrageous backhand winner. The match was destined for a fifth set, and Federer obliged with a service winner to the delight of an enraptured 15
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Book flights to United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways *Return fares Inclusive of taxes and surcharges. View all deals Travel to United Arab Emirates Book flights to the United Arab Emirates with Etihad Airways and visit the vast deserts, idyllic beaches, ancient archaeological sites, and awe-inspiring structures that are waiting for you. *To share this image, copy and paste the code from the text box at the bottom of this page. Top 5 Things To Do in the United Arab Emirates Marvel at the phenomenal Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. Journey to the Observation Deck of this remarkable 828m edifice and witness the greatest panorama on Earth Traverse the dunes of the Arabian Desert in a SUV or at a relaxed pace on the back of a camel Step through time into the ruins of Hili, an archaeological site allowing you to walk in the footsteps of ancient people dating back to the Bronze Age Have fun at Ferrari World, the world’s largest indoor theme park, where you can ride the world’s fastest rollercoaster, the amazing Formula Rossa, and get a close look at the most iconic models of the brand Experience the wonders of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, which was constructed from building materials from across the globe and designed to unite the Islamic world’s various cultures Plan Your United Arab Emirates Holiday The United Arab Emirates have a cultural calendar that can pique the interest of even the most cultured and refined individuals. The Dubai International Jazz Festival attracts more than 20,000 enthusiasts and the Abu Dhabi Film Festival brings in prominent figures from the industry. With Etihad Airways you can find great flight deals to the United Arab Emirates, but keep in mind that it is a desert country, and in the summer the temperatures can climb to the mid-40s. The best time to buy tickets to the United Arab Emirates is from November to April, but as it is peak season, you will need to book in advance to find cheap hotels in the United Arab Emirates. Share this Image On Your Site <p><strong>Source: 'http://flights.etihad.com/en/flights-to-united-arab-emirates' </strong><br /><br /><a href='http://flights.etihad.com/en/flights-to-united-arab-emirates'><img src='http://www.etihad.com/Documents/TRFX/10-facts-about-uae-etihad-airways-infographics.png' alt='Infographic: 10 facts about the United Arab Emirates to celebrate our 100th aircraft' width='620px' border='0' /></a></p> Related Flights
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Calderdale : Halifax, Huddersfield, Wakefield and Pontefract history Bainbridge Village. Photo : David Simpson Resting at Hawes. Photo : David Simpson Calderdale : Halifax to Pontefract THE RIVER CALDER The streams and rivers that feed the River Calder rise in the moors to the west of Halifax near the Lancashire-Yorkshire border. Close by is the town of Todmorden which was traditionally split in two by the two counties with the border running straight through the middle of the Town Hall. Today the place is firmly in Yorkshire as the result of a boundary change back in 1888. Boundaries seem to have been a feature of this area for a long time as Todmorden's Anglo-Saxon name is thought to derive from Totta's Maer Dene (Totta's boundary valley) though who Totta was is not known. A canal near Todmorden links the River Calder with Rochdale over in the historic county of Lancashire near the outskirts of Manchester. East of Todmorden, the canal is joined by the Hebden Water at Hebden Bridge, which is a former mill town best known for its clog factory though in truth this is situated at neighbouring Mytholmroyd. Close at hand is Heptonstall, a former weaving village located on a ridge between the Hebden Water and a ravine called Colden Clough. Both valleys join the River Calder at Hebden Bridge. The area north of Heptonstall is home to the Hardcastle Crags, a property of the National Trust. They are home to a beautiful wooded valley, a nineteenth century mill, and some picturesque waterfalls. The River Calder continues east from Hebden Bridge to Halifax, through Brighouse, north of Huddersfield and from there to Mirfield near the outskirts of Dewsbury. It continues east to Horbury and Wakefield. Eventually the Calder joins the River Aire at Castleford near Pontefract. The River Aire itself is destined to join the Humber by a circuitous route but close to Pontefract at Knottingley the Aire is joined by a canal called the Calder and Aire Navigation. This canal links the whole Calder and Aire river sytem with the River Don at Hatfield close to Doncaster. From there it is linked to the estuary of the River Humber near the port of Goole. This canal system linked the Humber in the east to the Mersey in the west and was of paramount importance to the industrial development of the West Yorkshire area. HALIFAX Halifax is situated to the south west of Bradford where the Hebble valley flows south to join the River Calder. It was a town that grew as aresult of the cloth trade but it has a long history. The name derives from Haly Flex Field meaning the place where holy banners were made from flax and indeed in 1175 Halifax was known as Haliflex. Above: The old market, Halifax from an old postcard Halifax has a spectacular location in amongst the hills and one of the best views can be obtained from neighbouring Beacon Hill. Nearby is Shibden Hall in Shibden Dale which was the fifteenth century home of the Otes family. For the next 300 years it was owned by the Listers who lived there until 1933. The house, with its impressive oak pannelled interiors dates back to 1420 and is set in 37 acres of Pennine parkland. Halifax is a busy town well known for its shopping arcades and markets. Notable buildings in Halifax include the impressive Piece Hall a huge quadrangled hall with 315 rooms dating from 1779. Here cloth merchants displayed pieces of cloth for sale on market days. In 1871 the open space within Piece Hall became the site of a fruit and vegetable market. The Halifax Town Hall of 1863 was built by Charles Barry who built the Houses of Parliament in London. Other buildings of note include Wainhouse Tower of 1871, an elaborate factory chimney built for a dye house that was never used. Two churches of note in Halifax are All Souls, built by Sir Gilbert Scott and the fourteenth century Church of St John the Baptist where a lifesize wooden figure of a seventeenth century Halifax beggar called Old Tristram can be seen. There are some Georgian houses in Halifax including Somerset House in George Street, while older buildings include the Union Cros
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Club History | Halifax RLFC Club History Login / Register Basket Checkout Halifax Rugby League Club Halifax Rugby League Club was formed way back in 1873. It was a Rugby Union club in those days, as all rugby clubs were before the birth of Rugby League in 1895, and was very successful in that code. After becoming the first ever winners of the Yorkshire Cup in 1878, Halifax went on to win it on four further occasions. Several players were supplied for the Yorkshire County side in these years, and five were picked for the full England Rugby Union team. The club moved into their previous home of Thrum Hall in 1886, their home for the next 112 years until the move in 1998 to the re-developed 'Shay Stadium' to ground-share with local footballing neighbours, Halifax Town AFC. Halifax were founder members of the Rugby League (then known as the Northern Union) in 1895. They continued to be very successful, producing one of their best ever teams in the early years of the twentieth century. In season 1902-03 they achieved the 'double' by winning the Challenge Cup and finishing top of Division One. They won the cup again the following season, and were the first ever Championship Play-off winners in season 1906-07. When the Challenge Cup Final was taken to Wembley in 1929, Halifax became one of the first teams to sample its special magic, beating York in the 1931 final. They have since been to Wembley six more times, winning in 1939 and 1987, with their last appearance being in 1988 when they lost to Wigan. A History of Success They were the last Yorkshire team to win at Wembley, before Sheffield in 1998 and were the last Yorkshire team to finish top of Division One, achieved in 1985-86, before Bradford Bulls in 1997, the club were also the first winners of the John Player Trophy Special/Regal Trophy in 1972. The Club reached a major final in the early 1990s when, as a Second Division side, they lost to Wigan in the 1990 Regal Trophy final at Headingley, and again in the 1991 Second Division Premiership Final to Salford who had also beaten them to the league title that same year. An addition to the Halifax R.L.F.C. name was required upon the formation of 'Super League' in 1996 when pre-match entertainment, mascots and summer rugby became the norm when the club was renamed Halifax Blue Sox R.L.F.C. - however the club returned to the traditional Halifax R.L.F.C. at the start of 2003. The club reached the Cooperative Championship Grand Final in 2009 when they lost narrowly to Barrow 26 -18, but in 2010 the Club went one better and beat Featherstone Rovers in a memorable Grand Final 23-22, Ben Black dropping a goal for the golden point in extra time, Fax having come back from a 22-4 deficit halfway through the second half. In 2011 the Club reached the Finals of the Northern Rail Cup Final at Blackpool, narrowly losing to Leigh in the last minute. In 2012 Fax went further than the previous year, winning the Northern Rail Cup at Blackpool, beating the old rivals Featherstone Rovers 21-12. The sides of the late 1930s and mid-1980s were outstanding teams, but many would claim the best of all was the team of the 1950s. During this decade they were Championship runners-up three times, Yorkshire Cup winners twice, and Yorkshire League winners four times. They figured in two Wembley finals, featuring in the first ever drawn final in 1954, and then in the replay at Odsal Stadium appearing in front of a world record Rugby League crowd of 102,569. Top Players There have been many top players over the years, including internationals, tourists and overseas stars. The leading 38 of these are featured in a "Hall of Fame" in the Asda Store at Thrum hall and is also on display in the Bar in the East Stand Dining Function Room at The Shay Stadium. Karl Harrison holds the record for the Halifax player with the most Great Britain appearances. Karl took over as Coach for the Club at the end of season 2011. Club Records
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Name the founder of psychoanalysis who wrote the The Interpretation of Dreams, and Beyond the Pleasure Principle?
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SparkNotes: Sigmund Freud: Summary Sigmund Freud Context Important Terms, People, and Events On May 6, 1856, Sigismund Schlomo Freud was born in the small Moravian town of Freiberg. His parents were Jakob and Amalie Freud. Over the next six years Amalie gave birth to six more children. Sigmund was always the favorite child. Jakob's textile business failed, and in 1860, the family moved to Vienna, spending almost a year in Leipzig on the way. In Vienna, Freud was a studious and serious child. He was schooled at home, first by his mother and then by his father, and then he joined the Sperl Gymnasium, where he was at the top of his class. In 1873, Freud graduated from the Sperl Gymnasium at the early age of seventeen and started medical training at the University of Vienna. It took him eight years to receive his medical degree, in part because he was distracted by scientific research. This was especially true in the later years of his medical studies (1877–1881), when was working in the laboratory of his mentor, Ernst Brücke, on the anatomy of the brain. 1881 was a momentous year for Freud: he met Martha Bernays and became engaged to her–secretly, at first–and he finally received his medical degree. In 1882, he left Brücke's lab and took a position at the Vienna General Hospital, motivated in part by his desire to make enough money to be able to marry Martha. Over the next five years he moved from department to department at the hospital, passing through surgery and dermatology before coming to rest at Theodor Meynert's department of psychiatry. In the winter of 1885–1886, Freud went to Paris to study under Jean-Martin Charcot at the Salpêtrière. He was finally married to Martha Bernays in the summer of 1886. They first married in a civil ceremony, but when they discovered that Austria (unlike Germany) would not officially recognize a nonreligious marriage, they married in a Jewish one. Over the next ten years, from 1886–1896, Freud continued to develop his private practice. By the beginning of the 1890s, his relationship with Josef Breuer, another Jewish neurologist, had flourished. The two men had collaborated on the publication of a series of case studies on their patients called Studies on Hysteria. This contained one case study by Breuer and four by Freud. The case study by Breuer, on the patient "Anna O.", is known as the first psychoanalytic case study. In it, Breuer discusses the "cathartic method" he used to cure Anna O.'s symptoms by discovering, with her help, the earlier, unconscious traumas that were associated with her symptoms. Although Freud was enthusiastic about the new method, his emphasis on the exclusively sexual causes of hysteria made his theories unpopular, not only with his superiors at the University, but also with Breuer. From 1896–1901, in a period of isolation from his colleagues, Freud developed the basics of psychoanalytic theory out of the raw material of his patients, his conversations with Breuer, and his correspondence with a new friend, the Berlin nose and throat doctor Wilhelm Fliess. In 1899, Freud's The Interpretation of Dreams, the first fully fleshed-out psychoanalytic work, was published. Freud was deeply disappointed by its lackluster reception, but he continued writing. His The Psychopathology of Everyday Life was published in 1901, and his Three Essays on the Theory of Sexuality was published in 1905. In the 1900s, Freud finally emerged from the isolation that had characterized his professional life in the 1890s. He began to have weekly meetings at his house to discuss psychoanalytic theory. The group that met at his house was called the "Wednesday Psychological Society," and eventually it grew into the Vienna Psycho-Analytic Society. By 1904, Freud had begun to hear of other neurologists and psychiatrists using his techniques. He was particularly excited to hear that the well-respected Swiss psychiatrist Eugen Bleuler and one of Bleuler's staff members, Carl G. Jung, had taken an interest. Toward the end of the decade, psychoanalysi
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Paul Gauguin Biography, Art, and Analysis of Works | The Art Story Web Services & Hosting by The Computer Studio | Designed by DesArtLab Impressionism Impressionism A movement in painting that first surfaced in France in the 1860s, it sought new ways to describe effects of light and movement, often using rich colors. The Impressionists were drawn to modern life and often painted the city, but they also captured landscapes and scenes of middle-class leisure-taking in the suburbs. Symbolism Symbolism Symbolism is an artistic and literary movement that first emerged in France in the 1880s. In the visual arts it is often considered part of Post-Impressionism. It is characterized by an emphasis on the mystical, romantic and expressive, and often by the use of symbolic figures. Vincent van Gogh Vincent van Gogh Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch painter, commonly associated with the Post-Impressionist period. As one of the most prolific and experimental artists of his time, van Gogh was a spontaneous painter and a master of color and perspective. Troubled by personal demons all his life, many historians speculate that van Gogh suffered from a Bipolar disorder. Primitive Art Primitive Art Nineteenth- and twentieth-century artists in the West were greatly influenced by art they deemed 'primitive' or 'naïve', made by tribal or non-Western cultures. Such art, ranging from African and Native American to naive depictions of the French peasantry, was thought to be less civilized and thus closer to raw aesthetic and spiritual experience. Romanticism Romanticism Romanticism was a nineteenth-century movement that celebrated the powers of emotion and intuition over rational analysis or classical ideals. Romantic artists emphasized awe, beauty, and the sublime in their works, which frequently charted the darker or chaotic sides of human life. Eugène Delacroix Eugène Delacroix Eugène Delacroix was a mid-nineteenth-century French painter and pioneer of European Modernist painting. Known primarily as a Romantic, Delacroix's paintings were passionate in their depictions of love, war and human sensuality, earning the artist both praise and controversy in his time. His preoccupation with color-induced optical effects and use of expressive brushstrokes were crucial influences on Impressionism and Pointillism. Realism Realism Realism is an approach to art that stresses the naturalistic representation of things, the look of objects and figures in ordinary life. It emerged as a distinct movement in the mid-nineteenth century, in opposition to the idealistic, sometimes mythical subjects that were then popular, but it can be traced back to sixteenth-century Dutch art and forward into twentieth-century styles such as Social Realism. Gustave Courbet Gustave Courbet Gustave Courbet was a French painter and chief figure in the Realist movement of the mid-nineteenth century. His paintings often contained an emotional bleakness, and were praised for their precision and use of light. Along with Delacroix, Courbet was a key influence on the Impressionists. Camille Corot Camille Corot Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot was a nineteenth-century French painter and printmaker. Best known for his landscape paintings rendered in a Neo-Classical tradition, Corot's practice of painting outside in the open air was highly influential to many of the French Impressionists. Pierre-Auguste Renoir Pierre-Auguste Renoir Pierre-Auguste Renoir was one of the leading figures of French Impressionism during the late-nineteenth century. Renoir tended to favor outdoor scenes, gardens bathed in sunlight, and large gatherings of people. Known as a master of light, shadow and color, Renoir was also highly esteemed for his depiction of natural movement on the canvas. In terms of the French Impressionists' lasting popularity and fame, Renoir is perhaps second only to Monet. Claude Monet Claude Monet Claude Monet was a French artist who helped pioneer the painterly effects and emphasis on light, atmosphere, and plein air technique that became hallmarks of Impressionism. He is especially known for hi
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Tournament Guide – Judo Info 1 0 There should be one or two scoreboards to show the state of play. Because in Judo it is always the highest quality score that wins, the score-board is laid out left to right to show the scores like a number. Looked at in this way, the score is 10 to 3: white's single waza-ari beats the lesser quality of blue's 3 yuko. The Ippon score is not shown on the scoreboard because there can only be 1 Ippon and scoring it ends the match. Basic Judo Referee Signals ( more ) Ippon (full point): Opponent is thrown on the back with force, or held under control on the mat for 25 seconds. Waza-ari (near ippon): Throw is not completely successful, or opponent is held under control for at least 20 seconds. Yuko (almost waza-ari): Throw is partially successful, or opponent is held under control for 15 to 20 seconds. Osaekomi (mat hold begins): Opponent is held under control on his or her back and the time starts. Matte (stop): Match is stopped temporarily and the time clock pauses. "The main object of Judo lies in this point. It seeks to augment human strength, morality and intellect by human means and efforts. It tends to train young people in the habits and condition conducive to the accomplishment of great undertakings." –T. Shidachi, April 29, 1892 Recent Posts
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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 subscribe, try again laterInvalid Email 2. Lenny Henry will star in which Shakespearean tragedy next year? 3. Will Young has been invited to take part in which panel show after saying he is a fan? 4. Nasty Nick Cotton is to return to which TV soap? 5. Which author earns £3m a week in royalties, it was revealed this week? 6. Which band release the album Dig Out Your Soul on Monday? 7. In which year was a World Cup final first decided on penalties? 8. What is the tallest and thickest kind of grass? 9. Which TV cast had a hit with Hi-Fidelity? 10. What nationality was the composer Handel? 11. What is most expensive property in the board game Monopoly? 12. Which Scandinavian group had a top 20 hit in 1993 called Dark Is The Night? 13. In which century was King Henry IV of England born? 14. Who directed the film Alien? 15. Who was the only person to win a medal for Ireland at the Sydney Olympics in 2000? 16. What did Nicholas Copernicus argue was at the centre of our universe, and what was the common belief before then? 17. Which three American states begin with the letter O? 18. In what year did Ruth Ellis become the last woman to be hanged in England? 19. Who was the first British monarch to choose Buckingham Palace as their home? 20. How many Jack’s eyes are visible in a standard pack of playing cards? 21. What is Britain’s largest lake? 22. Cameroon gained its independence from which European country in 1960? 23. Who had a number one in 1960 called Only The Lonely? 24. The 1964 film My Fair Lady was based on a play by whom? 25. Which of the Bronte sisters wrote the novels Agnes Gray and The Tenant Of Wildfell Hall? 26. Which American president once famously proclaimed: “Ich bin ein Berliner”? 27. Which element has the chemical symbol Pb? 28. What was the name of the murder victim at the beginning of the TV series Twin Peaks? 29. Who directed the 2001 film Mulholland Drive? 30. In horse racing, which three racecourses stage the five English classics? ANSWERS: 1. Rick Astley; 2. Othello; 3. Question Time; 4. Eastenders; 5. JK Rowling; 6. Oasis; 7. 1994; 8. Bamboo; 9. The Kids From Fame; 10. German; 11. Mayfair; 12. A-Ha; 13. 14th; 14. Ridley Scott; 15. Sonia O’Sullivan; 16. The Sun. Before then people believed it was the Earth; 17. Ohio, Oklahoma and Oregon; 18. 1955; 19. Queen Victoria; 20. 12; 21. Loch Lomond; 22. France; 23. Roy Orbison; 24. George Bernard Shaw; 25. Anne; 26. John F. Kennedy; 27. Lead; 28. Laura Palmer; 29. David Lynch; 30. Doncaster, Epsom, Newmarket Like us on Facebook Most Read Most Recent
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What medieval coin, first minted around 1140 by Roger II of Sicily, was adopted by Florence in 1252 and Venice in 1283, and was in use in Austria-Hungary until 1914?
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Central Europe Introduction This rather lengthy article is the result of my curiosity while planning my first trip to Budapest. I discovered I knew very little of the geography and history of Central Europe, and set out to learn more. My definition of Central Europe embraces the Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, and Slovenia. I later added Poland and the Baltic republics, Albania and Macedonia, but Greece is not included, except incidentally. This article is, of course, not a complete treatise, since there is much more material than can be treated in such a limited compass, but investigates the topics that I found interesting. It is assembled from the secondary sources mentioned in the References at the end of the article. It is meant primarily for my own enjoyment, but others may find one or another story interesting. I have tried to be fair, but it is necessary to take positions based on the information I have. There is a great deal of conflict, blood and hate in this history, from the migrations of the first millennium of this era to the Shoah of 1941-45. It is depressing that people have not been better to each other. One also finds pernicious national myths that deserve to be exposed. I am dependent on my sources for information. In controversial cases, I have tried to examine both sides, which the Internet facilitates. In many cases, only one faction has truth on its side. Numerical statistics are always suspect, particularly if there appears to be no rational source of them. We begin with some geography. The Carpathians The geography of Central Europe is dominated by the Carpathian Mountains. This range extends in a 1500-km arc from the Porta Hungarica where they are divided from the Alps by the Danube to the Iron Gate where the Danube separates them from the Balkans. Their arc contains the Hungarian Plain, drained by the Danube, the Tisza and their tributaries. In the east, they curve around the Transylvanian plateau, a hilly region contained by mountains. The Carpathians consist of several independent ranges and form a broad mountainous belt. The White Carpathians are the westernmost range. Then come the West Beskids and the East Beskids, separated by the High Tatra, which is a little south of the main summit line. The eastern, or wooded, Carpathians curve around Transylvania and then join the est-west Southern Carpathians that extend to the Iron Gate near Orsova. These mountains are the outer limits of the Alpine orogeny of early Tertiary age. The western parts are composed of typical Alpine flysch, while the eastern sections are mainly sandstone. The High Tatra are granite. They are not high mountains with Alpine scenery. The highest peak, in the High Tatra of the Slovak Republic, reaches 2655 m (8705 ft.). It was named after Franz Josef, then Gerlachova by the Czechs, who later thought Stalin Peak was a better name. It is back to Gerlachova now. There are many passes through the range. The Breslau-Budapest railway uses the Jablunka Pass, at the northwest corner of the Slovak Republic, the lowest at 1970 ft. Vereczke Pass, in the eastern Carpathians, is famous as the route of the magyars in 896 into the Hungarian plain. The Predeal Pass is at the junction of the eastern and southern Carpathians, just south of Brasov. To the north, towards Poland, is the Galician plain, once a Hapsburg possession. Beyond that, plains extend to the Baltic. To the east is the Ukranian plain, extending into Central Asia. To the south of the Southern Carpathians lies the Wallachian Plain, bounded by the Danube. In the northwest the Carpathians collide with earlier mountains of the Hercynian or Variscian (Carboniferous) orogeny. the Sudeten range (the name means "boar's mountains") runs northwest to the Erzgebirge, which trends southwest to meet the Böhmerwald. These ranges enclose the plateau of Bohemia. The Harz mountains to the west are part of this assembly. All of these mountains are strongly mineralized. The Erzgebirge was an early source of tin and copper, and, therefore, bronze. It
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The DiCamillo Companion - British Money Home Page Please note that we are not experts in British currency. We do not deal in British coinage, nor are we able to recommend numismatic dealers. We cannot provide the value of British currency. This page is provided solely as a reference to better understand British money in an historical context. Since 1971 British money has been calculated on the decimal system, with a standardized scheme of 100 pence to the pound. However, previous to 1971 there were many British coins with exotic names and confusing conversions. We've tried to list them all (there are over 50!) in the chart below, with their conversions into today's post-1971 decimal system in italicized text and their old (pre-1971) equivalencies listed in non-italicized text. Coins that had earlier and different values have those values listed with the time period to which the values are appropriate. Units of specie are listed alphabetically. In pre-decimalization, a sum would normally be written pounds, shillings, pence (�sd). Thus, �2. 19s. 3d. would be 2 pounds, 19 shillings, 3 pence. This would be spoken as "two pounds nineteen and three." If dealing only in shillings and pence, a sum would be written as 2s. 6d., or 2/6, and spoken as "two and six." Coins after decimalization carried the term "New pence" (removed in 1982) to differentiate them from the old, pre-1971 decimal coins. All UK coinage carries (and has for centuries) the Latin inscription D.G. REG (or REX, when the monarch is a king), F.D., followed by the date. This stands for "Dei Gratia" ("by the Grace of God, Queen"), "Fidei Defensor" ("Defender of the Faith"), and the date. Coins minted during the British Raj have a bit more text: "D:G:BR:OMN:REX F:D:IND:IMP," which stands for the Latin "Dei Gratia Britanniarum omnium Rex, Fidei Defensor, Indiae Imperator," which translates "By the Grace of God, King of Entire Britain, Defender of the Faith, Emperor of India." This phrasing was dropped in 1947 when India was given independence. This inscription was not consistent throughout reigns; the penny of 1750 states only "GEORGIUS II REX." Some coins have images available; to see these, click on the word "Image" below the coin name. If you know of a coin we've left out, or have a correction, please shoot us an email. Click Here to Email Us Click here to go to the website of The Royal Mint. The DiCamillo Companion, Ltd. is not affiliated with, nor receives any compensation from, The Royal Mint. These links are provided only as a service to users of The DiCamillo Companion website. To use a chart that allows you to compare the purchasing power of money in Great Britain from 1264 to any other year, including the present, click here To see today's conversion rate of the British pound, click on this link to Yahoo Currency Conversion 80 pence, or 6 shillings and 8 pence in the 15th century. 10 shillings. Equivalent to 50 pence in today's decimal coinage. Former gold coin. Called an angel because it featured the Archangel Michael slaying a dragon on the reverse, the angel was introduced by Edward IV with a value of 6s 8d to replace the unpopular ten shilling ryal. Under Edward VI the value of the coin was increased to 10 shillings. Angels continued to be produced under James I, with the final issue minted under Charles I in 1643. In the American colonies the Massachusetts ten shilling paper currency note from the October 14, 1713 emission was designated as an angel; this plate was reused several times for emissions up to 1740. Bob or Shilling 1 shilling Slang term for a shilling, a former coin, removed from circulation in 1971. Abbreviated with an "s." See Shilling for more information. Broad 20 shillings, or 1 pound. A former milled gold coin issued
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An Apple History: Remembering Apple CEO Steve Jobs - IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Patent Law Subscribe to our Blog via email An Apple History: Remembering Apple CEO Steve Jobs Print Article Steve Jobs, the visionary founder and leader of Apple Computer Corporation , died Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at the age of 56 after an 8-year battle with a rare form of pancreatic cancer. Jobs, who is sometimes referred to as the father of personal computing, was the mastermind behind Apple’s Computers, iPods, iPhones, iMacs and iPad’s and is seen by many as a man who pioneered the personal computing industry and literally changed the way we live our lives every day. In celebration of his life and his accomplishments over the years, the following is a timeline of Jobs’ history, and the history of Apple, beginning in 1972 when he graduated from Homestead High School in Cupertino, CA, and focusing on the major events in a memorable life. Upon the announcement of Steve Jobs death, Apple changed the homepage of their website to reflect a full-page image of Jobs with text that simply says “Steve Jobs 1955-2011.” When you click on the image, you are directed to a page featuring a statement made by current Apple CEO Tim Cook: “Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being. Those of us who have been fortunate enough to know and work with Steve have lost a dear friend and an inspiring mentor. Steve leaves behind a company that only he could have built, and his spirit will forever be the foundation of Apple.” Apple’s Board of directors put out the following statement: We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today. Steve’s brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve. His greatest love was for his wife, Laurene, and his family. Our hearts go out to them and to all who were touched by his extraordinary gifts. Early History Their journey began when the two Steve’s met in 1972. Steve Jobs, a young, energetic, electronics enthusiast with a knack for marketing electronics met Steve Wozniak, a talented, self-taught electronics engineer and electronics hobbyist while Jobs worked a summer internship at Hewlett Packard. Their partnership began when Wozniak started building boxes that allowed him to make long-distance phone calls for free and Jobs assisted Wozniak in marketing and selling several hundred of his boxes. Jobs was just 21 years old, when in 1976, he co-founded Apple Computer Corporation along with friend and fellow college drop out Wozniak, 26. The company quickly established itself as one of the fastest growing companies in the United States with its products being carried by over 100 dealers by the end of 1978 and going public in 1980 when 4.6 million shares sold out in under a minute. Prior to Apple, when people thought of computers they thought of mainframe servers that took up entire floors. Jobs was a visionary whose idea for a personal computer led him to revolutionize the computer hardware and software industry, ultimately leading to just about every home and every school in America being able to afford and own a personal computer of their own. The Journey Begins 1972: Steve Jobs while still in high school started attending lectures at Hewlett-Packard, where he met Steve Wozniak after he was hired as a summer employee. 1974: Wozniak, who dabbled in computer design, invited Jobs to join the “Homebrew Computer Club” held at the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center where electronics- enthusiasts got together to share knowledge and help others with their self-made computers. Jobs who has an eye for the marketability of personal computers then convinces Wozniak, who enjoys creating electronic devices for fun, that they should form a company to build and market a personal computer to the mainstream. 1975: Jobs and Wozniak begin working on the design for the Apple I computer in Jobs’ bedroom and built the prototype in Jobs’ garage, all the while gett
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A History of Southampton A BRIEF HISTORY OF SOUTHAMPTON By Tim Lambert ROMAN SOUTHAMPTON About 70 AD the Romans built a town on a bend in the River Itchen, where Bitterne now stands. The Roman town near Southampton was called Clausentum. The streets were laid out in a grid pattern and they were graveled. All the buildings in the Roman town were, at first, built of wood but in the 2nd century wealthy people rebuilt their houses in stone. They had panes of glass in the windows, painted murals on the walls and mosaic floors. Of course, poor people could afford none of these things. They lived in wood and plaster huts. In the 2nd century the little town was fortified. An earth rampart with a wooden palisade on top was erected and ditch was dug. In addition an inner area of 8 acres was given its own ditch, rampart and palisade. In the 4th century the inner area was strengthened when it was given stonewalls. The Roman army left Britain in 407 AD and the town of Clausentum was abandoned soon afterwards. SAXON SOUTHAMPTON The Saxon king, Ine, built a new town on the other side of the Itchen about 690-700 AD. It stood where St Mary's church is today. The new town was called Hamwic or Hamtun. (The ham in Hampshire comes from Hamtun. It was once called Hamtunshire). Saxon Southampton was a large and important port. It is estimated that the population of the Saxon town was 4,000-5,000, which was very large, by Saxon standards. Saxon Southampton was laid out with streets on a grid pattern like the old Roman town, but all the buildings in it were of wood. In Saxon Southampton craftsmen made things like needles and combs from animal bone. There were also blacksmiths, bronze smiths, carpenters, thatchers, leather workers and potters in the town. Women wove wool into cloth. The main export from Southampton was wool. Wine and fine pottery were imported as well as millstones. By the 9th century there was a royal mint in Southampton. Saxon Southampton suffered severely in the Danish raids of the 9th and 10th centuries. The Danes sacked the town several times. Late in the 9th century King Alfred created a network of strongholds called burghs across his kingdom. In the event of a Danish raid all the men in the area were supposed to gather in the stronghold or burgh. It is recorded that there was a burgh called Hamtun (later this name changed into Southampton). Some historians think it may have been within the stone walls of the old Roman town. In the 10th century Southampton went into decline. This may have been partly due to the Danish raids but it was probably also due to the silting up of the Itchen. As the first Southampton declined many people probably moved to Winchester but at least some moved to a new settlement beside the Test. This new settlement was also called Hamtun. It was much smaller than the old town. At the time of Domesday (1086) it may have had about 1,000 inhabitants. Nevertheless the Witan, the Saxon parliament declared Canute king of England at Southampton. SOUTHAMPTON IN THE MIDDLE AGES After the Norman conquest Frenchmen came to live in Southampton. They settled around French Street and Bugle Street. They worshiped in a church dedicated to St Michael (the patron saint of Normandy). The High Street in Southampton was once called English Street. It and East Street were where the original Saxon inhabitants lived. (English Street changed its name to High Street in the 16th century). The Normans also built a wooden castle in Southampton. In the 12th century the castle was rebuilt in stone. Medieval Southampton grew rapidly and probably had about 3,000-4,000 inhabitants by the 14th century. In Medieval Southampton craftsmen of one kind tended to live in one street. Bakers lived in Simnel Street (simnel was type of fine flour). West Street was known as Butcher Row, Bugle Street was also a street of butchers (a bugle is an old name for a young bull). Wincle Street derives its name from the old word wincel meaning nook, corner or angle. By the 13th century there was a small suburb north of Southampton where Above Bar is today
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h2g2 - The Fosse Way - A Journey through Roman Britain - Edited Entry Watling Street | The Fosse Way | Ermine Street This is a journey along the Fosse Way 1 , the important north–south road running up the western side of Great Britain. The road runs from Exeter (Devon) in the South to Lincoln (Lincolnshire) in the North, forming one of the main routes in Roman Britain. At Lincoln, the Fosse Way joins Ermine Street where travellers could continue their journey north through Owmby or could turn back towards the south through Ancaster (Cavsennae). This would suggest that trade goods from the Empire entered Roman Britain from the southern end of this major thoroughfare and were distributed throughout Britain. Travelling on the Road Travellers on the road were served by a system of way stations or mansios. The privately-owned cauponae were also established along the routes, providing basic hostel-like accommodation. The upper classes, however, would have used the better tabernae; these began as houses on the roadside offering a service similar to the modern 'bed and breakfast' system. Travellers would also need sufficient money to pay the various tolls along the way. The Start of The Fosse Way Unlike Watling Street , the Fosse Way has one clear starting point: Exeter in Devon. This was originally a Roman legionary fortress , founded by the Second Legion in 46 AD in a riverside settlement of the Dumnonii. It was clearly a well-placed settlement, as the town flourished and developed into a prosperous town and port. The Fosse Way follows two separate routes for one portion of its length, in the section between Exeter and Bath. The northeastern route goes directly from Honiton to Ham Hill. The eastern route goes from Honiton to Ham Hill via Axminster. We are going to travel back in time to 100 - 200 AD, when the journey described in this Entry would have been possible. You will see over 20 settlements, from the grand to the rural, some of which existed just to serve the garrison of the fort near where they were built, and to give shelter to the travellers on the Fosse Way. The journey on foot will take a minimum of about nine days - that's assuming you walk eight hours a day, travelling an average of 32 to 33 miles per day. It is interesting to note that the longest distance between any two points on this journey is the 23 miles between Honiton and Ham Hill on the northeastern route. This is less than one day's travel for foot soldiers, although wagons and carts could be as slow as eight miles a day. All distances given are starting from Exeter. The condition of the towns and sites today are shown by the numbers at the start of each section: 1 = No longer visible, or built over. 2 = Some evidence visible in the ground: building platforms, mounds and crop marks. 3 = Some ruins are visible above ground. 4 = Visible site with museum support. 5 = A major site and tourist attraction. In addition, the Roman name of the each site is given, where known. Exeter Translation: 'The riverside settlement of the Dumnonii' Condition: 4 Exeter was a British tribal city and a Roman legionary fortress of the Second Legion 2 , and was founded in 46 AD. Originally a Celtic oppidum (tribal capital), Exeter was built on the river Exe. The town had a basilica, a forum, temples and baths. The houses were of timber and stone, and mosaic floors and painted plasterwork were not uncommon. The town also had a very busy and prosperous port at Topsham, 3 miles to the southwest. Topsham - the port for Exeter Condition: 1 The settlement was originally intended to provide a port to supply the legions in Exeter and the West of Britain. There were timber-framed houses and a few stone buildings, with some paved streets. To start your journey: On the Fosse Way, travel east-northeast from Exeter to Honiton - 18 miles. Honiton Translation: 'Hillfort of the dead' Condition: 1 Honiton 3 was a small religious and trading settlement built alongside the Fosse Way. The settlement developed around 48 AD, around a hill fort that was on the border between the territories of the
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Shetland Islands travel guide - Wikitravel Understand[ edit ] Although Shetland is part of Scotland and therefore the United Kingdom , it is very much a world apart. It almost always appears on maps of United Kingdom in an insert box, and is in fact closer to Bergen in Norway than to Edinburgh . Even the flag of Shetland (a white Nordic cross on a blue background) shows the close links between this part of Scotland and Scandinavia. The fact that this flag, rather than the Saltire or Union Flag can be seen flying from many houses shows the pride and sense of identity of the Shetland people; when Shetlanders refer to 'The Mainland' they almost always mean 'Mainland Shetland' rather than 'Mainland Scotland'. Although Shetland has been inhabited since prehistoric times, it has only been part of Scotland since 1472 when it was mortgaged by King Christian I of Norway in lieu of the dowry for his daughter Margaret and later annexed by James III of Scotland. Wildlife[ edit ] Puffin at Sumburgh Head Shetland is of great interest to the naturalist and anyone who is keen to see wild animals and birds in their native habitat [2] . Otters 'Draatsi' are relatively common here, and you are far more likely to see this elusive animal in the wild here than anywhere else in United Kingdom . Yell is supposed to be the best location, but any isolated piece of coastland (particularly with a source of fresh water running into the sea) is a possibility, and the best times are early morning or evening and/or at low tide. They have even been seen (and filmed) investigating boats in the working port of Lerwick . Other mammals to be found in Shetland are rabbits, mountain hare, hedgehogs and stoats; all of these are believed to have been introduced by mankind. Birds are particularly prolific here, with Shetland being one of the main breeding grounds for a number of common and rare species. Particular centres for nesting seabirds are Sumburgh Head, Hermaness, Noss and Foula (with the second highest cliffs in United Kingdom after St Kilda ). Easily observed species are puffins, gannets, guillemots, kitiwakes, fulmars, shags, great and artic skuas, storm petrels, oystercatchers, eider ducks, cormorants and razorbills. Inland, curlews, whimbrels, golden and ringed plovers, lapwings and redshanks can be spotted, with Fetlar being the breeding ground of 90% of the UK's population of the rare red-legged phalarope (though sadly Snowy Owls are no longer seen here). Shetland also sees a fair number of rarities which makes it a favourite location for twitchers. Probably the best known of these was the lost albatross which visited Hermaness for a number of years and appeared to be attempting to find a mate amongst the gannets. The best times to birdwatch are between April and July when the birds return to land to rear their chicks. Marine Mammals are also to be seen. Most prolific are Grey and Common Seals (constantly in evidence around the fish processing plants in Lerwick looking out for a free feed) which can be seen all over the islands. They are curious of humans and will often follow a party walking along a shore at a safe distance. Whales and other cetaceans can also be spotted, although this tends to come down to a question of how lucky you are. Minke whales are the most common, but other species of whale, together with porpoises and dolphins can also be seen. Orcas (killer whales) are becoming more prolific around Shetland. One of the best places to see whales can be from the ferries. Climate[ edit ] The weather is very much a 'feature' of the area. Although Shetland is typically only a couple of degrees cooler than mainland Scotland , and the martime climate does not lead to large falls of snow, high winds are very frequent. Whilst these make Shetland largely midge free (unlike most of Scotland), they add a considerable wind-chill factor, and when combined with horizontal rain you can be both wet and cold within minutes. Even more so than in mainland Scotland, the weather can change in moments and the entire landscape transformed
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Tours of Scottish Islands | USA Today Tours of Scottish Islands The Shetland Isles are more than halfway between London and the Arctic Circle. (Photo: Hemera Technologies/AbleStock.com/Getty Images ) Rail Travel From Glasgow to Edinburgh Scotland is a relatively small country with a total land area slightly smaller than that of Maine. A significant proportion of Scotland's total area, and a large part of the country's total coastline, is found in the many Scottish islands. From the major Scottish cities of Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness or Aberdeen, you can reach Scotland's western or northern isles by joining a group organized tour, arranging a private tour or traveling independently. Inner Hebrides The Inner Hebrides are an archipelago of islands off the west coast of Scotland, distinguished from the Outer Hebrides by their relative proximity to the Scottish mainland. Tourism is a primary commercial activity on these islands, of which only 36 are inhabited as of March 2011. Some of the larger islands include Coll, Eigg, Islay, Jura, Mull, Skye and Tiree. Organized group tours of the Inner Hebrides are offered by operators based in Oban, Glasgow and Edinburgh. If you prefer to tour independently, the Inner Hebrides can be reached by scheduled ferry from Kintyre, Oban and Mallaig. You can reach Oban by national rail from elsewhere in Scotland or the United Kingdom. Outer Hebrides The Outer Hebrides, also referred to as the Long Island or the Western Isles, sit to the northwest of the Inner Hebrides and further from the Scottish coast. Fifteen of the islands that make up the Outer Hebrides are inhabited as of March 2011; there are approximately 50 more uninhabited islands of reasonable size. Tourism is an important source of revenue in the Outer Hebrides, as is weaving, fishing and small-scale farming. Visitors can reach the Outer Hebrides on scheduled ferry services from Oban or Ullapool on the mainland or Uig on the Inner Hebrides island of Skye. Some ferries operate only during summer months. Flights are also available between Hebridean islands, and from the Hebrides to the Scottish mainland. The Outer Hebridean island of Barra is the only airport in the world to use a beach as a runway for scheduled flights. Flight times are arranged to depart and arrive in Barra during the hours the beach runway is not underwater. St. Kilda St. Kilda is a group of islands some 50 miles west of the Outer Hebrides. Until 1930, a community of crofters inhabited the larger of these remote islands. As of March 2011, the village of St. Kilda is abandoned and the islands are home to massive puffin, guillemot, fulmar and gannet populations. Boat tours to St. Kilda operate from the island of Harris, taking approximately three hours to make the 50-mile journey between islands. On St. Kilda, tourists can birdwatch, explore the abandoned village and visit the permanent museum. Orkney and Shetland Orkney and Shetland are two large inhabited islands to the north of the Scottish mainland. Regular scheduled ferries and flights to Shetland and Orkney depart the northeast Scottish city of Aberdeen. You can join an organized tour to the Northern Isles from Aberdeen, or travel from Edinburgh or Glasgow via group bus and ferry. Independently, you can take a scheduled flight from Aberdeen to Shetland or Orkney with British Airways or using Atlantic Airways' summer service. Orkney and Shetland offer spectacular scenery and wildlife, many miles of coastline and heritage sites including archaeological museums and historical shipwrecks of Scapa Flow. References
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HUF | Hungarian Forint | OANDA Hungarian Forint Overview The Forint is the official currency of Hungary, and is issued by the Hungarian National Bank. The modern Forint was introduced in 1946, after the second world war. The Forint was subdivided into 100 fillér, but fillér coins are no longer in circulation. The long-term goal of the Hungarian government is to replace the Forint with the Euro , although this transition has been delayed due to current economic issues. If you are traveling to Hungary, check for currency import and export restrictions. Permission is required from the National Bank for converting large amounts of Forint to or from foreign currencies. Economy Hungary has made a successful shift to a market economy after the first multi-party elections were held in 1990. Before the fall of the Communist regime in 1989, its economy was centrally planned. Since 1990, foreign ownership and foreign investment have become commonplace, and Hungary receives about a third of the foreign investment flowing into the Central European area. Production in Hungary has shifted from lower-value textiles and food products to higher-value sectors such as luxury vehicle production, renewable energy, tourism, and information technology. Over 60% of Hungary’s exports are related to machinery and equipment. In recent years, Hungary has required financial assistance from world bodies such as the IMF and World Bank to service its large public debt. As one consequence, Hungary has delayed adopting the euro until 2020. History The name Forint has its origin in coins minted in Florence in 1252, called Fiorino d’oro. Forint banknotes and fillér coins were introduced and circulated in August 1946, as a crucial step in the stabilization of the country after World War II. Inflation (especially during the late 1980s) made fillér coins irrelevant, and they were removed from circulation in 1996. Coins continue to be minted in Forint denominations. The Forint became fully convertible in 2001 after the high inflation of the 1990s when Hungary transitioned to a market economy. Symbols and Names Fillér = 1/100 of a Forint Denominations Bills: 500, 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000 forint Coins: 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 forint Countries Using This Currency SITE MAP © 1996 - 2017 OANDA Corporation. All rights reserved. "OANDA", "fxTrade" and OANDA's "fx" family of trademarks are owned by OANDA Corporation. All other trademarks appearing on this Website are the property of their respective owners. Leveraged trading in foreign currency contracts or other off-exchange products on margin carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for everyone. We advise you to carefully consider whether trading is appropriate for you in light of your personal circumstances. You may lose more than you invest. Information on this website is general in nature. We recommend that you seek independent financial advice and ensure you fully understand the risks involved before trading. Trading through an online platform carries additional risks. Refer to our legal section here . Financial spread betting is only available to OANDA Europe Ltd customers who reside in the UK or Republic of Ireland. CFDs, MT4 hedging capabilities and leverage ratios exceeding 50:1 are not available to US residents. The information on this site is not directed at residents of countries where its distribution, or use by any person, would be contrary to local law or regulation. OANDA Corporation is a registered Futures Commission Merchant and Retail Foreign Exchange Dealer with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and is a member of the National Futures Association . No: 0325821. Please refer to the NFA's FOREX INVESTOR ALERT where appropriate. OANDA (Canada) Corporation ULC accounts are available to anyone with a Canadian bank account. OANDA (Canada) Corporation ULC is regulated by the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC), which includes IIROC's online advisor check database ( IIROC AdvisorReport ), and customer accounts are protected by the Canadian Investor P
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Zoltan Kodaly | Hungarian composer | Britannica.com Hungarian composer Hector Berlioz Zoltán Kodály, Hungarian form Kodály Zoltán (born December 16, 1882, Kecskemét , Austria-Hungary [now in Hungary]—died March 6, 1967, Budapest), prominent composer and authority on Hungarian folk music . He was also important as an educator not only of composers but also of teachers, and, through his students, he contributed heavily to the spread of music education in Hungary . He was a chorister in his youth at Nagyszombat, Austria-Hungary (now Trnava , Slovakia), where he wrote his first compositions . In 1902 he studied composition in Budapest . He toured his country in his first quest for folk-song sources in the year before his graduation from Budapest University with a thesis (1906) on the structure of Hungarian folk song. After studying for a short time in Paris with the composer-organist Charles Widor , he became teacher of theory and composition at the Budapest Academy of Music (1907–41). With Béla Bartók , whom he met in 1906, he published editions of folk songs (1906–21). Their folk-song collection formed the basis of Corpus Musicae Popularis Hungariae (established 1951). Kodály created an individual style, Romantic in flavour and less percussive than that of Bartók, that was derived from Hungarian folk music, contemporary French music, and the religious music of the Italian Renaissance . His works, many of which are widely performed, include Psalmus Hungaricus (1923), written to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the union of Buda and Pest; Háry János (1926), a comic opera; two sets of Hungarian dances for orchestra , Marosszék Dances (1930) and Dances of Galánta (1933); a Te Deum (1936); a concerto for orchestra (1941); Missa Brevis (1942); an opera , Cinka Panna (1948); Symphony in C Major (1961); and chamber music, including two cello sonatas (1909–10; 1915), two string quartets (1908; 1916–17), and Serenade, for two violins and viola (1919–20). Kodály’s scholarly writings include Die ungarische Volksmusik (1956; Folk Music of Hungary), as well as numerous articles for ethnographic and musical journals. The Selected Writings of Zoltán Kodály, edited by Ferenc Bónis and translated from the Hungarian by Lili Halápy and Fred Macnicol, was published in 1974. Learn More in these related articles:
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Remembering The Who's Keith Moon : NPR Remembering The Who's Keith Moon Embed Embed Remembering The Who's Keith Moon A Look Back at the Legendary Drummer 25 Years After His Death Remembering The Who's Keith Moon Embed Embed Listen to Liane Hansen's extended interview with The Who's Roger Daltrey. Only Available in Archive Formats. Keith Moon, in an undated photo. Courtesy Tony Fletcher hide caption toggle caption Hear Hansen's extended interview with Keith Moon biographer Tony Fletcher. Only Available in Archive Formats. The Who Sings My Generation, released in the U.S. in 1966, was the band's first album. From left, John Entwistle, Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend and Keith Moon. hide caption toggle caption Moon: The Life and Death of a Rock Legend. hide caption toggle caption This was somebody without whom we might still be listening to drummers going 'boom-cha, boom-cha.' Biographer Tony Fletcher A quarter-century after his death, it's still difficult to think of Keith Moon as more than just a hard-drinking rock star who would smash his drum set on stage or destroy a hotel room. But his biographer, Tony Fletcher, says The Who's legendary drummer should be remembered as the man who forever changed the sound of rock 'n' roll. On Weekend Edition Sunday, NPR's Liane Hansen looks back at Moon's legacy. Fletcher, author of Moon: The Life and Death of a Rock Legend, says Moon "did nothing short of revolutionizing the drums." Moon influenced the drummers for Cream (Ginger Baker), Jimi Hendrix (Mitch Mitchell) and Led Zeppelin (John Bonham), and countless others that followed. Before Moon, drums would just keep a beat in the background. But with songs like "I Can See for Miles" — in which Moon's accelerating drum rolls and cymbal smashes seemed to compete with, but perfectly complemented, guitarist Pete Townshend's power chords — The Who set a new role for the drummer. Roger Daltrey, The Who's lead singer, says the energy in that song "is just unbelievable... He sounds like a steam locomotive at full pelt. His speed is incredible." Moon combined a variety of styles "and made very much his own thing out of the drums," Daltrey says. Article continues after sponsorship "Keith was the first to treat the drums as though they were a lead instrument..." Fletcher says. "He really made the drums an instrument that spoke very much in the same way that a lead guitar does." Though Moon was known for his boisterous, over-the-top behavior, Fletcher debunks one myth about him: That he drove a Rolls Royce into a Michigan hotel swimming pool during his 21st birthday party. But Daltrey begs to differ. "I saw it. We paid the bill (for the damages). It was $50,000. It's vague now, but I just remember the car in the pool. And the chaos. And Keith being rushed off to the dentist after being arrested because he knocked his front tooth out... But then I read in the biography that never happened, so maybe I've been living someone else's life, I don't know." Daltrey says he and Moon didn't get along during their earlier years together. The band members' relationship was "a clash of egos," Daltrey says. Moon thought he should be at front of the stage. Daltrey says Moon did everything to excess. "He was the most generous, the most mean, he was the funniest... he could be the most unfunny, everything — the most loving, the most hateful... Everything about him was extreme," Daltrey says. Moon's life was a short one. He died in 1978 at the age of 32, ironically of an overdose of pills that were meant to combat his alcoholism. Unlike Led Zeppelin, which disbanded after the death of drummer John Bonham, The Who kept going, initially replacing Moon with Kenny Jones. But, of course, Jones couldn't hope to fill Moon's shoes — and Fletcher says Who fans agree he never did. How does Fletcher want Moon to be remembered? "I would hope... that he is better respected as a musician and as a drummer... and that people look back on Keith not just as 'Moon the loon' and this incredibly extravagant comedic character who really was one in a million in terms of personalities,
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Wolverhampton people F-J "> Robert Felkin - Born in 1853, Dr Robert William Felkin LRCS (Edinburgh), MD (Marberg), FRSE, FRGS, was a medical missionary, ceremonial magician, member of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn and founder of the Whare Ra lodge. He was also an author on Uganda and Central Africa as well as an explorer and anthropologist. His father was a manager at Mander Brothers and Robert was educated at Wolverhampton Grammar School, where he met and was inspired by the explorer David Livingstone. A full account of his life can be found in A Wayfaring Man, a fictionalised biography written by his second wife, Harriet. James Fleet - Born in Bilston in 1954, actor James Fleet is most famous for his roles as the well-meaning Tom in the film Four Weddings and a Funeral, and on television as the ineffectual Hilary Tripping in Chambers and dim-witted Hugo Horton in The Vicar of Dibley. Other films have included Phantom of the Opera and Sense and Sensibility, in which he played John Dashwood. James lived in Wolverhampton until he was ten and began his career in the 1980s at the Royal Shakespeare Company. Pete Forbes - Singer/songwriter Pete Forbes is the frontman of Wolverhampton Indie band The Rubikons. The band�s original lineup was made up of Pete Forbes (vocals/guitar, Daniel Wheway (lead guitar), Byron Benton (bass), and John Hodgkiss (drums). The group was heavily influenced by British alternative arena rock bands, particularly U2. They recorded their first set of demos in 2006 with acclaimed producer Gavin Monoghan and went on to earn a growing following as news of the self-proclaimed best band in the country started to spread. Laurence Foster - Born in Wolverhampton in 1944, Laurence Foster was educated at Regis School and Birmingham Theatre School, where he won the Outstanding Student Award. Seasons of twice nightly rep followed in 1968 and he was then engaged by Peter Dews at Birmingham Repertory Theatre in Othello, Romeo & Juliet, St. Joan and After The Rain with Michael Gambon and Timothy Dalton. He was also a Birmingham League and Leinster League cricketer. Laurence then acted in and directed children�s theatre seasons in Weston-Super-Mare and Burnham-on-Sea. Dick Condon invited him to Ireland in 1968 as leading man in Billy Liar and other productions. He was a member of the Gate Theatre Company from 1969 to 1971 and, in 1972 returned to Birmingham Rep to play in Vivat,Vivat,Regina!. On returning to Ireland, he appeared in all the major Dublin Theatres taking leading roles in plays such as Arms & the Man, Hamlet and Under Milk Wood, as well as pantomimes and summer revues. In 1974, he joined the RTE Radio Drama Department as an actor and performed in over 750 plays. He acted and directed many plays and �radio soaps�, eventually being appointed head of RT� Radio Drama. Film appearances include Privilege, Cal and The Escapist. He was Chairperson for the Prix Italia and represented Irish Broadcasting in Europe. Television appearances include Vikings, Rainbow City, United, Remington Steele, Law & Order and The Tudors. Recent theatre includes All�s Well That Ends Well at the Helix Theatre, Dublin, and The Constant Wife in Dublin and in Charleston, South Carolina. Laurence has also received acclaim for his solo performances as Dickens in Dublin. He now lives in Terenure and his autobiography, Rising Without Trace - The Life and Times of an English Actor in Ireland, was published by in 2007. In this he writes honestly and humorously about the highs and lows of a career in one of the most precarious of professions, his move from the theatre to radio drama, and his more recent acting career in theatre and films. He has worked with many famous actors and entertainers, including Miche�l MacLiamm�ir, Spike Milligan and Michael Gambon, and recently played Charles Dickens in a film of A Christmas Carol. Watch video of Laurence Foster as Dickens in Dublin. Sir Henry Hartley Fowler - The first Viscount Wolverhampton was a solicitor and Liberal politician who sat in the House of Commons from 1880 until
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Cambodia: Maps, History, Geography, Government, Culture, Facts, Guide & Travel/Holidays/Cities Opposition Fares Well in Election Geography Situated on the Indochinese peninsula, Cambodia is bordered by Thailand and Laos on the north and Vietnam on the east and south. The Gulf of Thailand is off the western coast. The size of Missouri, the country consists chiefly of a large alluvial plain ringed by mountains with the Mekong River to the east. The plain is centered around Lake Tonle Sap, which is a natural storage basin of the Mekong. Government Multiparty liberal democracy under a constitutional monarchy. History The area that is present-day Cambodia came under Khmer rule about 600, when the region was at the center of a vast empire that stretched over most of Southeast Asia. Under the Khmers, who were Hindus, a magnificent temple complex was constructed at Angkor. Buddhism was introduced in the 12th century during the rule of Jayavaram VII. However, the kingdom, then known as Kambuja, fell into decline after Jayavaram's reign and was nearly annihilated by Thai and Vietnamese invaders. Kambuja's power steadily diminished until 1863, when France colonized the region, joining Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam into a single protectorate known as French Indochina. The French quickly usurped all but ceremonial powers from the monarch, Norodom. When he died in 1904, the French passed over his sons and handed the throne to his brother, Sisowath. Sisowath and his son ruled until 1941, when Norodom Sihanouk was elevated to power. Sihanouk's coronation, along with the Japanese occupation during the war, worked to reinforce a sentiment among Cambodians that the region should be free from outside control. After World War II, Cambodians sought independence, but France was reluctant to part with its colony. Cambodia was granted independence within the French Union in 1949. But the French-Indochinese War provided an opportunity for Sihanouk to gain full military control of the country. He abdicated in 1955 in favor of his parents, remaining head of the government, and when his father died in 1960, Sihanouk became chief of state without returning to the throne. In 1963, he sought a guarantee of Cambodia's neutrality from all parties in the Vietnam War. However, North Vietnamese and Vietcong troops had begun using eastern Cambodia as a safe haven from which to launch attacks into South Vietnam, making it increasingly difficult to stay out of the war. An indigenous Communist guerrilla movement known as the Khmer Rouge also began to put pressure on the government in Phnom Penh. On March 18, 1970, while Sihanouk was abroad, anti-Vietnamese riots broke out and Sihanouk was overthrown by Gen. Lon Nol. The Vietnam peace agreement of 1973 stipulated withdrawal of foreign forces from Cambodia, but fighting continued between Hanoi-backed insurgents and U.S.-supplied government troops.
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Mekong River | river, Southeast Asia | Britannica.com river, Southeast Asia Alternative Titles: Lan-ts’ang Chiang, Lancang Jiang, Mae Nam Khong, Mékôngk River, Mènam Khong, Song Cuu Long, Sông Tiên Giang Related Topics Khone Falls Mekong River, Cambodian Mékôngk, Laotian Mènam Khong, Thai Mae Nam Khong, Vietnamese Sông Tiên Giang, Chinese (Pinyin) Lancang Jiang or (Wade-Giles) Lan-ts’ang Chiang, river that is the longest river in Southeast Asia , the 7th longest in Asia , and the 12th longest in the world. It has a length of about 2,700 miles (4,350 km). Rising in southeastern Qinghai province, China , it flows through the eastern part of the Tibet Autonomous Region and Yunnan province, after which it forms part of the international border between Myanmar (Burma) and Laos , as well as between Laos and Thailand . The river then flows through Laos, Cambodia , and Vietnam before draining into the South China Sea south of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon). Vientiane (Viangchan), the capital of Laos, and Phnom Penh , the capital of Cambodia, both stand on its banks. About three-fourths of the drainage area of the Mekong lies within the four countries the river traverses on its lower course—Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. The Irrawaddy and Mekong river basins and their drainage networks. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. Overview of the Mekong River and its declining fish population. Contunico © ZDF Enterprises GmbH, Mainz Physical features The Mekong River drains more than 313,000 square miles (810,000 square km) of land, stretching from the Plateau of Tibet to the South China Sea . Among Asian rivers, only the Yangtze and Ganges have larger minimum flows. Mekong River delta, southern Vietnam. M. Gifford/De Wys Inc. The contrast between the physical conditions that prevail above and below the Mekong’s descent from the Yunnan highlands divide it into two major parts. The upper Mekong flows 1,215 miles (1,955 km) through a long, narrow valley comprising roughly one-fourth of the total area, cutting through the mountains and plateaus of southwestern China. The lower Mekong, below the point where it forms the border between Myanmar and Laos, is a stream 1,485 miles (2,390 km) in length draining the Khorat Plateau of northeastern Thailand, the western slopes of the Annamese Cordillera in Laos and Vietnam, and most of Cambodia, before reaching the sea through the distributary channels of its delta in southern Vietnam. Similar Topics Godavari River In its upper reaches, the Mekong rises in the Tibetan Plateau between the Salween and Yangtze rivers; the streambed has cut deeply into the rugged landscape through which it flows. Along its course between Myanmar and Laos, the Mekong drains about 8,000 square miles (21,000 square km) of territory in Myanmar, comprising rough and relatively inaccessible terrain. In its more gentle lower stretches, where for a considerable distance it constitutes the boundary between Laos and Thailand, the Mekong inspires both conflict and cooperation among Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. Physiography The sources of the Mekong, including its principal headstream, the Za Qu River, rise at an elevation of more than 16,000 feet (4,900 metres) on the north slope of the Tanggula Mountains in Qinghai province. They flow southeast through the Qamdo (Chamdo) region of Tibet, where the Za Qu joins other headstreams to form the main stream, called the Lancang in Chinese. It descends south across the highlands of Yunnan, through which it carves a deep valley, to a point south of Jinghong , where it briefly marks the border between Myanmar and China. The river then bends southwest; over a reach of more than 125 miles (200 km) it forms the Myanmarese-Laotian border. Although two great roads cross it—the caravan route from the southeast to Lhasa and the road from Kunming to Myanmar—much of the river valley in the highlands of Tibet and Yunnan is remote and sparsely populated. Below Myanmar, the river basin may be divided into six major sections on the basis of landforms, vegetation, and soils: the northern hi
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The Lateran Palace - Vatican Articles The Lateran Palace 26/06/2013 by Vatican.com The Lateran Palace In ancient Roman times the Lateran Palace was a palace belonging to Roman noblemen but later it became the major papal residence. It was originally kwon as the Apostolic Palace of the Lateran. The Lateran Palace is one of the major Lateran buildings in Rome. It was the primary Apostolic residence prior to the Avignon Exile. Nowadays the Lateran Palace displays the history of the Papal States. The Lateran Palace is now occupied by the Museo Storico Vaticano. In addition, the Lateran Palace houses some residential apartments of the Cardinal Vicar and the offices of the Vicariate of Rome. During the ancient days, the Lateran Palace also housed some of the collections and relics of the Lateran Museum, which were later distributed in different museums of Vatican. The Lateran Palace is next to the Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano, which is the cathedral church of Rome. The Lateran Palace obtained its name from the Laterani family whose family members served as administrators for numerous Roman emperors and donated land, property and funded several projects in Rome. Despite the change of its use, the Lateran Palace has remained an incredibly well kept palace and it is now an important part of the Roman Catholic Church's history. The palace is surrounded by several gardens and structures that make it a tourist attraction. Different popes who have ruled Rome have also used the Lateran Palace to serve various purposes; mostly for holding important meetings. It is at the Lateran Palace that the Lateran Treaty was signed on 11th February 1929. The Lateran Palace is open to the public and tourists are allowed to visit the palace especially in the morning hours. In case you are new to the place, you will be guided through the whole palace and shown important sites and their meanings. The Lateran Palace itself is an incredible place to visit. The inside of the palace is full of historical relics and artifacts created by the great artists of Rome. It is here that the popes used to reside and therefore it is given the attention and respect it deserves. There is tight security in the place and no incidences of crimes despite the high crime rate in Rome. It is also important to note that the Lateran Palace was destroyed by fires in 1307 and 1361.Due to the damage the ancient building of the Lateran Palace was replaced with the same structure, which is the current Lateran Palace, during the papacy of Pope Sixtus V. The restructuring was designed and supervised by architect Fontana. The Lateran Palace houses the famous Scala Sancta and as it is among the holiest places in Rome, you will meet many people visiting the Lateran Palace especially in the morning hours.
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FAQ FAQ Q: How can I contact the Archbishop of Canterbury? A: Details of the correspondence address, email address, and telephone number for Lambeth Palace can be found on the ' Contact ' page of this site. Q: Does the Archbishop read and reply to all the correspondence he receives? A: The Archbishop values the letters and emails that people send to him and is grateful that so many take the trouble to write. He hopes correspondents will understand that because so many letters and emails are sent to him, he is unable to read or reply personally to many of them. In these circumstances he instructs his staff to reply on his behalf, in accordance with agreed policies, and is regularly informed about the nature and content of the incoming correspondence that he does not have the opportunity to see. Sometimes a particular campaign, public debate or issue will generate a substantial amount of communication from the public, making it impossible for a reply to be issued to each individual correspondent. It is very much hoped that the absence of a reply in such cases will not be interpreted as a discourtesy, or a lack of interest in what they have to say. Q: How can I visit / take a guided tour / hold an event at Lambeth Palace? A: Please see our visit Lambeth Palace page . Q: Can I invite the Archbishop to an event, or to my local church? A: If you wish to extend an invitation to the Archbishop, please do so in writing using the details on the ' Contact ' page. Do bear in mind that there are many demands on the Archbishop's time and as a result he is often unable to accept as many invitations as he would like. Q: Can you tell me where my nearest church is? A: If you are a UK resident the website 'A Church Near You' can give you details of where your nearest Anglican Church can be found. Q: Where is Lambeth Palace? A: Lambeth Palace is situated south of the Thames on Lambeth Palace Road, London. Click here to see a map showing the location of Lambeth Palace. Q: Does the Archbishop really live at Lambeth Palace? A: The Archbishop of Canterbury lives in a flat in part of the Palace. It is his official London residence. He is also able to use accommodation at ‘The Old Palace’ in the precincts of Canterbury Cathedral when he is in Canterbury Diocese. Q: How old is Lambeth Palace? A: The oldest parts of Lambeth Palace date back to 1197. Morton's Tower, the main entrance to the Palace was constructed in approximately 1490. The Great Hall, now part of Lambeth Palace Library was reconstructed by Archbishop Juxon after 1660. The main sections of the Palace that you will see today were designed by Architect William Blore in 1833. The newest section of the Palace, the Atrium, was opened by The Prince of Wales in the year 2000. See the ' Lambeth Palace ' section for more information. Q: Who does what at Lambeth Palace? A: The Archbishop is supported by a dedicated team of advisers, administrators and clerical, technical and maintenance staff at Lambeth Palace - see further details here .
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Heroin - Washington Drug Threat Assessment Washington Drug Threat Assessment H eroin Heroin poses a significant problem to Washington, particularly in larger cities such as Seattle, Tacoma, and Yakima. The drug is readily available, and heroin abuse is a significant problem. Violence associated with heroin distribution and abuse is a concern to law enforcement officials. Mexican black tar heroin is the predominant type available in the state. Mexican criminal groups are the dominant transporters of heroin into and through the state. These groups transport the drug primarily from Mexico and California into Washington and are the primary wholesale heroin distributors in the state. Mexican local independent dealers are the primary retail heroin distributors. Abuse Heroin abuse is a significant problem in Washington, particularly in larger cities such as Seattle, Tacoma, and Yakima. According to the Washington Division of Alcohol and Substance Abuse, the number of treatment admissions for heroin abuse to publicly funded facilities increased each year from 2,083 in SFY1994 to 3,664 in SFY2000, then deceased to 3,172 in SFY2001. Admission rates per 100,000 population also increased each year from 39 to 62.2 in SFY2000, then deceased to 53.1 in SFY2001. According to TEDS data, the number of heroin-related treatment admissions to publicly funded facilities in Washington increased each year from 6,118 in 1997 to 6,889 in 1999, then decreased to 5,965 in 2001. (Disparities between state and federal reporting regarding admissions to substance abuse treatment programs are likely a result of differences in data collection and reporting methodologies.) In the Seattle metropolitan area, heroin-related ED mentions have decreased over the past several years. The number of heroin-related ED mentions decreased from 2,894 in 1997 to 1,927 in 2001. The Seattle metropolitan area ranked ninth in the number of heroin-related ED mentions per 100,000 population among the 21 metropolitan areas reporting to DAWN in 2001. The number of deaths in which heroin was a factor in the Seattle metropolitan area also decreased from 150 in 1996 to 118 in 2000, according to DAWN mortality data. In spite of this decrease, heroin was a factor in more drug-related deaths in 2000 than any other illicit drug. Of the heroin-related deaths reported in 2000, 16 were heroin-induced (overdoses). A significant number of adult male arrestees in Seattle and Spokane abused heroin in 2001. According to ADAM data, 10.3 percent of adult male arrestees tested positive for heroin use in Seattle in 2001, and 8.1 percent tested positive in Spokane. In 1999 the percentage of Seattle high school students who reported having abused heroin at least once in their lifetime was comparable to the national percentage. According to responses to the 1999 YRBS, 2.8 percent of high school students in Seattle reported that they had used heroin at least once during their lifetime compared with 2.4 percent nationally. In addition, the percentage (3.1%) of female high school students in Seattle who reported that they had used heroin at least once during their lifetime was higher than the percentage (2.1%) of males. Availability Heroin is readily available throughout Washington, particularly in Seattle, Tacoma, and Yakima. Mexican black tar heroin is the predominant type. Approximately 95 percent of heroin purchased in Seattle in 2000 under the auspices of the DEA Domestic Monitor Program (DMP) was Mexican black tar. Mexican brown powdered, Southeast Asian, and Southwest Asian heroin also are available, but in very limited quantities. The amount of heroin seized in Washington has fluctuated in recent years. According to respondents to the 2002 Northwest HIDTA Threat Assessment survey, state and local law enforcement offic
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Which German river flows 1159 kilometres from the Czech Republic flowing into the North Sea just north of Hamburg?
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Natural catastrophes 2013 Analyses, assessments, positions 2014 issue by Emilio Iannarelli - issuu issuu TOPICS GEO Natural catastrophes 2013 Analyses, assessments, positions 2014 issue After the floods Heavy rainfall in central Europe caused record floods. There was also flooding in many other regions of the world. PAGE 16 Typhoon Haiyan Superstorm devastates the Philippines Meteorite impact Russia gets a warning shot Climate change No end in sight Editorial Dear Reader, For the insurance industry, 2013 was a below-average year in terms of natural hazard losses. There were no major earthquakes, and hurricane activity in North America was a long way below the long-term average. Apart from two landfalls in Mexico, there were no major losses in the Americas. However, it was a quite different situation on the other side of the world, where Typhoon Haiyan caused the year’s biggest catastrophe. The storm surge in the Philippines claimed thousands of lives and devastated vast areas. It is fair to say that 2013 was dominated by water-related events, with extensive flooding on nearly all continents. Perhaps somewhat surprisingly, the largest insured loss occurred in Germany, where the hailstorms in late July cost the insurance industry US$ 3.7bn (€2.8bn) in just 48 hours. The meteorite impact in Chelyabinsk, Siberia, was an unusual event and showed that the insurance industry needs to consider even the “most exotic” of hazards. Although 2013 was relatively quiet compared to previous years, we should be wary of drawing hasty conclusions. There will always be years in which losses are at the lower end of the scale. I hope that you find this issue of Topics Geo of practical use in your day-today work and that it offers you interesting insights beyond your own field of responsibility. I wish you an interesting read. Munich, March 2014 Dr. Torsten Jeworrek Member of the Munich Re Board of Management and Chairman of the Reinsurance Committee NOT IF, BUT HOW Munich Re Topics Geo 2013 1 Contents In focus: Typhoon Haiyan swept over everal Philippine islands with wind gusts s of up to 380 km/h. Even concrete buildings were torn apart by the wind and floods. 6 Catastrophe portraits: After weeks of incessant rain, rivers in Austria, the Czech Republic and Germany finally burst their banks. In some places, the water was as high as the rooftops. 6 Catastrophe portraits 6 The super typhoon Believed to be the strongest tropical cyclone ever, Typhoon Haiyan swept across the Philippines in November, killing over 6,000 and causing losses of over US$ 10bn. 16 Floods in central Europe Continuous heavy rain led to widespread flooding in many parts of central Europe. 24 The year of floods Extreme rainfall caused serious floods in many parts of the world in 2013. 26 Hailstorms in Germany Just a few storms in Germany caused the biggest hail loss ever. 30 Tornadoes and hurricanes in the USA Why the 2013 storm season was unusually calm. 34 15 2 Insurance aids economic recovery If the insurance market in the Philippines were better developed, reconstruction and recovery would be easier according to studies investigating the relationship between insurance and the impact of natural catastrophes. Catastrophes hurt the poor most Prof. Peter Höppe on the responsibility of industrial nations to help poorer countries develop their insurance sector. Munich Re Topics Geo 2013 16 Climate And Climate change: The extremely cold weather in Europe, North America and Russia early last year may have given some hope that climate change is slowing down. Unfortunately, the best we can hope for is a brief hiatus. 38 Weather index insurance launched in the Caribbean New global flood zones Via NATHAN Online, Munich Re’s business partners can access statistics and information on the most significant natural catastrophes since 1980. The loss data complement hazard information and permit better management of natural hazard risks. Historical data often make it possible to draw conclusions regarding return periods and loss potentials of major events. Mid-2013 saw the market laun
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River Gowy, Cheshire Geography - CheshireTrove CheshireTrove The River Gowy Edition 1. 25th August 2013. Brendon Cox, Hoylake. New editions will appear at intervals. The River Gowy flows from the mid-Cheshire ridge near Peckforton and Beeston Castles via Bunbury, back to almost where it started and then north via Hargrave and Tarvin to the Stanlow oil refinery, where it is joined by its tributary, the River Mersey. It reaches the Irish Sea between Liverpool and New Brighton. Nowadays, the Gowy ambles through peaceful Cheshire countryside, but there was plenty of action during the English Civil War. It is not a well-known river and deserves a better press. The village of Tarvin is named after the old name of the River Gowy (which flows very close by). The name comes from the Welsh terfyn, meaning 'boundary'. This is strange. The name Gowy also sounds Welsh. This is also strange. In fact, you might wonder if it has something to do with the Afon Gwy (the River Wye) which runs north to south close to the English border with South Wales in the same way that the Gowy runs south to north close to the English border with North Wales. All pictures are my own except: The Headless Woman (suitably tinted by me), © 1966 Herbert Hughes, The 2 Waverton Field images, © Google Earth, Gowy Landfill Site - no © info; . (taken 29/9/07 by Tony White, Chester U3A Environmental Issues Group), The 3 images around Plemstall appear by kind permission of Laurence Scales of Allerton Oak . Brendon Cox, 24th August 2013. References such as SJ568581 in this section are UK Ordnance Survey National Grid coordinates. There are numerous on-line programs to convert to latitude and longitude, for example: this one. A Map of the River Gowy To see this map or any other images full size, click or touch on the image. To open this 900x850 pixel map in a separate window, click here . Official Source of the Gowy (SJ539563) in the field beyond The River Gowy flows northwards from its source at Peckforton Moss beneath and to the east of the mid-Cheshire sandstone ridge. The other river to flow through west Cheshire is the Weaver, which has its source very close by. The Weaver flows south to begin with and curves around in a big semicircle through the industrial salt-working towns of Winsford, Nantwich, Middlewich and Northwich, eventually reaching the River Mersey at the ICI works, close to the Runcorn-Widnes bridge. The Weaver was used to transport the salt from the mines to the Mersey, where it was moved on to Garston, nowadays in South Liverpool. Here it was processed and moved on around the world. Garston docks were built to remove the need to use Liverpool docks, which were under the stringent control of the Mersey Docks and Harbour Board, and also for access to the Cheshire Lines railway system. The Gowy is altogether different in character from the Weaver. It is never much wider than a stream and the only industry along its banks has been at the series of numerous water mills it powers. In recent decades it has met the Mersey at the massive Stanlow oil refinery. Though small, the river is fast-flowing and powerful for much of its length. The Top of Bulkeley Hill (SJ526552) The Real Source of the Gowy and Weaver Some Nutter up a Tree Above the Peckforton Fault Near the Severn-Trent Pumping Station (SJ530553) The path leads up to some lovely walks The water stored in the hills above Peckforton has been pumped in the past to the Potteries for the manufacture of china and earthenware. There is a pumping station a mile down the road (SJ530553) at the bottom of a steepish valley (which can be the starting point for some excellent walks). Up the steep side of Bulkeley Hill, behind the pumping station, runs a steep railway track, presumably associated with the water industry, and above that, on the flat top of the hill, is a reservoir. The best view of the track is looking down it from the top of the hill. Sand Mine in Copperm
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What 1963 Alfred Hitchcock movie, which introduced the ever so talented Tippi Hedren, took place at the lovely Northern California town of Bodega Bay?
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The Birds (1963) - quotes - The Alfred Hitchcock Wiki The Alfred Hitchcock Wiki Other Quotes about The Birds (1963) Pre-Production I think that "The Birds" was one of the hardest pictures for [my father] to make because it was so technical and he had to be so prepared for it that literally, as we know, when he decided a movie, he would draw the whole movie. Well, it took him a long time to draw all of this. keywords: Alfred Hitchcock , The Birds (1963) , and pre-production We had just finished working on "North by Northwest", and I saw Hitchcock on one of the soundstages. He stopped me and said, "I have a friend, Daphne Du Maurier, who has written a short novella." He said, "Would you read it and see if, physically, it creates too many problems." And I read it that night, and I was bowled over by its strength. But I saw it a little differently — I saw it as a mood piece. And I didn't see it as a narrative story. I spent the rest of the night — worked all night on it — and the image that came to me was [Edvard] Munch's Scream. I saw that as a kind of icon for the whole thing. keywords: Alfred Hitchcock , Daphne du Maurier , The Birds (1963) , and pre-production It was a sort of apocalyptic short story. It's about these birds inexplicably attacking this isolated little farmhouse in Cornwall. I read it, and I would've given my right arm to work with Alfred Hitchcock. I then spoke to him on the phone and he said, "Come on out with some ideas. We're throwing away everything but the title and the notion of birds attacking human beings. So come on out with some ideas." I remember Hitch showing me a lot of newspaper articles about unexplained bird attacks as a reminder that these things do happen, so we weren't dealing entirely with fantasy. We searched for the turning point where it would get ominous. We recognized immediately that the audience wasn't gonna sit there for two hours waiting for a bird attack. So we very carefully measured out the lengths between the bird attacks so that the audience would sit there, we'd throw them a crumb, so to speak. So the first one was when the gull hits Melanie in the rowboat. One of the ideas I brought to Hitch was a school teacher coming to a town and bird attacks start when she comes to the town to teach there. And the provincials think she must have something to do with it. There's an echo of that in the scene in the Tides Restaurant, from the mother — "You're responsible for this. They tell me this didn't happen before you got here", and the school teacher survived as Annie Hayworth. keywords: Alfred Hitchcock , The Birds (1963) , pre-production, and screenplay Because of the difficult technical problems, we knew we were going to have to have continuity sketches. Well, Hitchcock loved to work that way anyway. His main thrust in all of his work was preparation. Matter of fact, he sometimes facetiously said he was bored with shooting the picture. The excitement came with the ideas that were generated in the preparatory portion of the film making process. He liked to have it all clear in his mind so that before he started to shoot, he saw the whole movie in his mind. There are very few people, directors or otherwise, that can hold this kind of a concept. Harold Michelson was the main production illustrator on "The Birds". He did, I think, almost all of the illustrations. keywords: Alfred Hitchcock , Harold Michelson , The Birds (1963) , and pre-production We were just trying to find a hook — a way to get into the movie. And on the lunch hour, while I was walking around, I came up with the notion of a screwball comedy — doing a couple who meet cute and go from there into comedy until it turns to terror. And I told him this after lunch that day, and he said, "Yeah, that sounds interesting." So then we tried to find characters who would be mismatched, who would strike sparks and, we hoped, comic sparks. And it seemed to me that a society woman, first of all, in the old screwball comedies of the '40s was your mainstay, that she always was a madcap society woman. And a lawyer is the very notio
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Charles Fortnum is the eponymous character in whose 1973 novel The Honorary Consul?
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Honorary Consul, The: Amazon.co.uk: Graham Greene: Books Honorary Consul, The Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought Page 1 of 1 Start over Page 1 of 1 This shopping feature will continue to load items. In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to navigate to the next or previous heading. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Apple To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. or Don't have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here , or download a FREE Kindle Reading App . Product details By James on 22 Dec. 2011 Format: Paperback This book typifies what many people have labelled as `Greeneland': a tragi-comic world (usually more tragic than comic) in which people are confronted by awkward choices which require them to examine or re-examine their values and which often lead them to behave in ways which they would previously have rejected. The book is set in Argentina, where the British honorary consul, Charles Fortnum, is kidnapped by a group who threaten to kill him unless a group of Paraguayan political prisoners is released. Unfortunately for Fortnum, he is so unimportant that none of Britain, Argentina and Paraguay cares about his fate. His only ally is Eduardo Plarr, a half-British doctor who has been friendly with Fortnum but who has also been having an affair with Fortnum's much younger wife Clara. Clara is pregnant; the baby is Plarr's but Fortnum knows nothing of the affair and so assumes that it is his. Plarr pleads Fortnum's case with the kidnappers, whose leader, Leon Rivas, is a lapsed Catholic priest with whom Plarr used to be friendly. Both Plarr and Rivas find themselves in `Greeneland': Plarr is a cold, unemotional man who is forced to re-evaluate his feelings for both Fortnum and Clara; as for Rivas, the prospect of having to murder Fortnum brings his religious faith increasingly into conflict with his political objectives. Lighter moments are provided by some of the more minor characters, especially Saavedra, a mediocre but self-important Argentinian author. This is one of my favourite Greene novels. It is a clever mix of an adventure story about a kidnapping that goes wrong, and a literary novel about love, faith and moral values. Read more ›
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Alan Ayckbourn's Official Website Rosalind Adams, Alex Marshall, Christopher Godwin & Janet Dale in the world premiere (1973). Copyright: Scarborough Theatre Trust Alex Marshall, Christopher Godwin & Rosalind Adams in the world premiere of Make Yourself At Home (1973). Copyright: Scarborough Theatre Trust Alex Marshall, Ronald Herdman, Christopher Godwin & Rosaling Adams in the world premiere of Fancy Meeting You (1973). Copyright: Scarborough Theatre Trust Ronald Herdman, Stanley Page & Christopher Godwin in the world premiere of Round And Round The Garden (1973). Copyright: Scarborough Theatre Trust Tom Courtenay and Penelope Wilton in the London premiere of Table Manners at Greenwich Theatre (1974). Copyright: Stephen Moreton Prichard Penelope Keith, Felicity Kendal, Michael Gambon & Mark Kingston in the London premiere of Living Together at Greenwich Theatre (1974). Copyright: Stephen Moreton Prichard Michael Gambon and Felicity Kendal in the West End transfer of Round And Round The Garden at The Globe Theatre (1974). Copyright: Christopher Davies Tom Conti as Norman in the 1977 television adaptation. Copyright: ITV Stephen Mangan as Norman in the Old Vic's London revival (2008). Copyright: Manuel Harlan Jessica Hynes as Annie in the Old Vic's London revival (2008). Copyright: Manuel Harlan A scene from Table Manners in the Old Vic's London revival of Table Manners (2008). Copyright: Manuel Harlan All images are copyright of the respective photographer / organisation and should not be reproduced without permission of the copyright holder. The Norman Conquests: Background Arguably the most famous of Alan Ayckbourn’s plays and certainly amongst the most successful, The Norman Conquests are an early landmark in Alan Ayckbourn’s writing career. Yet for something that is regarded as a milestone in 20th century British theatre, the plays had a surprisingly pedestrian origin. In September 1972, in the aftermath of the success of Absurd Person Singular at the Library Theatre , Scarborough, a reporter for a local newspaper (the precise publication being lost to time) asked Alan what he planned to write next. Rather flippantly Alan replied he was thinking of writing a trilogy as apparently he couldn’t think of anything else to say; he did not mention this plan to any other publication and an end of season report in The Stage quotes Alan as saying he would write a new play - no mention of a trilogy - for the following summer. Alan thought nothing more of it until the unidentified newspaper in question ran a story in March 1973, while he was away in London, stating his next project would be a trilogy. A panicked call from the Library Theatre - totally unaware of this development - enquired whether this was true. After a brief consideration, Alan decided it wasn’t such a bad idea and began writing his first trilogy. In a sense, the inspiration for The Norman Conquests was not only the challenge it posed to write and direct a trilogy, but also to provide a success and a challenge for the Scarborough company which would also satisfy all audiences whether they came to see one, two or three plays. The reality of writing a trilogy was even more complex than it first appeared as paramount in Alan’s mind was not only writing three plays which worked together, but that were - in essence - independent of each other and that could be seen in any order and not necessarily with either of the other two plays. Alan was well aware the plays would dominate the Library Theatre’s summer season and that the theatre relied on tourists who might not necessarily be inclined to spend three nights of their holiday at the theatre and who might be put off by the thought of seeing a trilogy. As a result, the trilogy nature of the plays was not emphasised nor that ultimate satisfaction required seeing all three productions. This is most obvious in the fact the trilogy did not have an over-arching name for the original production. The title of The Norman Conquests would come later in London, in the meantime the only overt reference to the trilogy was the not
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On 17 June 1994, what vehicle was O J Simpson driving in a slow-speed chase by police at 35 miles per hour (56 km/h)?
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Los Angeles Morgue Files: O.J. Simpson Slow Speed Chase O.J. Simpson Slow Speed Chase The slow-speed chase Lawyers convinced the Los Angeles Police Department to allow O.J. Simpson to turn himself in at 11 a.m. on June 17, even though the double murder charge meant no bail and a possible death penalty verdict if convicted (double homicide is a capital offense in California). On June 17, 1994, over one thousand reporters waited for Simpson at the police station. When he failed to appear, confusion set in. At 2 p.m., the police issued an all-points bulletin. Robert Kardashian, a Simpson friend and one of his defense lawyers, read a rambling letter by Simpson to the media. In the letter Simpson said, "First everyone understand I had nothing to do with Nicole's murder… Don't feel sorry for me. I've had a great life." To many, this sounded like a suicide note and the reporters joined the search for Simpson. Simpson was dating Playboy Playmate Traci Adell at the time and had been seen with her that night (she was questioned, but avoided controversy). The police tracked calls placed on the cellular telephone from Simpson's van in Orange County. A sheriff's patrol car saw a white Ford Bronco belonging to Simpson's friend, Al Cowlings, going north on Interstate 405. When the officer approached the Bronco, Cowlings, who was driving, yelled that Simpson had a gun to his own head. The officer backed off but followed the vehicle with Simpson in a slow-speed chase at 35 miles per hour (56 km/h). For some time a Los Angeles News Service helicopter piloted by Bob Tur, and contracted by KCBS had exclusive coverage of the chase, but by the end of the chase they had been joined by about a dozen others. NBC interrupted coverage of Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the Houston Rockets to air the pursuit. Radio station KNX also provided live coverage of the slow-speed pursuit. USC sports announcer Pete Arbogast and station producer Oran Sampson contacted former USC coach John McKay to go on the air and encourage Simpson to end the pursuit. McKay agreed and asked Simpson to pull over and turn himself in instead of committing suicide. Thousands of spectators and on-lookers packed overpasses along the procession's journey waiting for the white Bronco. Some had signs urging Simpson to flee and others were caught up in a festival-like atmosphere. Over twenty helicopters were following this chase. It was televised by local as well as national news outlets, with 95 million viewers tuning in. The chase was covered live by ABC News anchors Peter Jennings and Barbara Walters on behalf of ABC's five newsmagazines, which achieved some of their highest-ever ratings that week. The chase ended at 8 P.M. at Simpson's Brentwood home, 50 miles later. He was allowed to go inside for about an hour. His attorney Robert Shapiro arrived and a few minutes later, Simpson surrendered himself to authorities. Although Simpson had a loaded weapon, and though Cowlings, as the driver, had led authorities on a lengthy car chase, no charges of any sort regarding the chase were filed against either Simpson or Cowlings. The prosecution did not present evidence at the trial about whether Simpson had pointed a loaded weapon at Cowlings. However, the police did say they recovered a gun from the SUV. at Fantastic... I think he did it. yvonne
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1. If Mercury is 1, and Venus is 2, what is 6? - Jade Wright - Liverpool Echo 1. If Mercury is 1, and Venus is 2, what is 6? 2. If William Hartnell is 1, and Patrick Troughton is 2, who is 4? Share Get daily updates directly to your inbox + Subscribe Could not subscribe, try again laterInvalid Email 2. If William Hartnell is 1, and Patrick Troughton is 2, who is 4? 3. If Alpha is 1, and Beta is 2, what is 6? 4. If Tony Blackburn won in 2002, Phil Tuffnell won in 2003, and Kerry Katona won in 2004, who won in 2007? 5. If David Lloyd George is 1, Andrew Bonal Law is 2, and Stanley Baldwin is 3, who is 4? 6. If Liverpool won in 2006, and Chelsea won in 2007, who won in 2008? 7. How many pints does a 10- gallon hat hold? 8. Who was murdered by Fitzurse, de Tracy, de Morville and Le Breton? 9. Who presents Location, Location, Location with Phil Spencer? 10. From what ancient activity does the word ‘crestfallen’ come? 11. What non-mechanical sport achieves the highest speeds? 12. What major city is on an island in the St Lawrence river? 13. Who succeeded Alf Ramsey to become caretaker manger for the English national football team in 1974? 14. What did Britain’s roads first acquire in 1914? 15. Which former Liverpool player held the record for the fastest hat-trick, scoring 3 goals in less than 5 minutes? 16. Myleen Klass (pictured) now presents 10 Years Younger on Channel 4, but what was the name of the pop band that gave her success in 2001? 17. Who was the presenter of Out Of Town in the 1960s who went on to appear on the children’s TV programme How? 18. Whose autobiography is called Dear Fatty? 19. Who were Tom and Barbara’s neighbours in The Good Life? 20. In Cockney rhyming slang what are your ‘Daisy Roots’? 21. What is the surname of the twin brothers who compiled the Guinness Book of Records together between 1955 and 1975? 22. Which actor played Columbo? 23. Does the Bactrian camel have one hump, or two? 24. Where is the world's largest four-faced chiming clock? 25. Concerned about the impact of uncontrolled development and industrialisation, what National Charity was founded in 1895 by three Victorian philanthropists, Miss Octavia Hill, Sir Robert Hunter and Canon Hardwicke Rawnsley? 26. What famous make of motorcycle was Lawrence of Arabia riding when he was tragically killed in Dorset in 1936? 27. What colour of flag should a ship fly to show it is in quarantine? 28. Purple Brittlegill, Velvet Shank and Orange Milkcap are three types of what? 29. What is the name of the flats where the Trotters lived in Only Fools And Horses? 30. In computing, what does the abbreviation USB stand for? ANSWERS: 1. Saturn; 2. Tom Baker (Doctor Who actors); 3. Zeta; 4. Christopher Biggins. (I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here. Joe Pasquale 04, Carol Thatcher 05, Matt Willis 06, and Joe Swash 08); 5. Ramsay MacDonald (Prime Ministers post WW1); 6. Portsmouth (FA Cup); 7. 6; 8. Thomas Becket; 9. Kirstie Allsopp; 10. Cockfighting; 11. Sky-diving; 12. Montreal; 13. Joe Mercer; 14. White Lines; 15. Robbie Fowler; 16. Hearsay; 17. Jack Hargreaves; 18. Dawn French; 19. Margo and Jerry Leadbetter; 20. Boots; 21. McWhirter (Ross and Norris); 22. Peter Falk; 23. Two; 24. The Clock Tower on the Palace of Westminster in London (Big Ben is the nickname for the bell); 25. The National Trust; 26. Brough Superior; 27. Yellow; 28. Fungi; 29. Nelson Mandela House; 30. Universal Serial Bus Like us on Facebook
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A CHRISTMAS CAROL - Stave Two "A quarter to it," said Scrooge. "Ding dong!" "The hour itself," said Scrooge, triumphantly, "and nothing else!" He spoke before the hour bell sounded, which it now did with a deep, dull, hollow, melancholy One. Light flashed up in the room upon the instant, and the curtains of his bed were drawn. The curtains of his bed were drawn aside, I tell you, by a hand. Not the curtains at his feet, nor the curtains at his back, but those to which his face was addressed. The curtains of his bed were drawn aside; and Scrooge, starting up into a half-recumbent attitude, found himself face to face with the unearthly visitor who drew them: as close to it as I am now to you, and I am standing in the spirit at your elbow. It was a strange figure -- like a child: yet not so like a child as like an old man, viewed through some supernatural medium, which gave him the appearance of having receded from the view, and being diminished to a child's proportions. Its hair, which hung about its neck and down its back, was white as if with age; and yet the face had not a wrinkle in it, and the tenderest bloom was on the skin. The arms were very long and muscular; the hands the same, as if its hold were of uncommon strength. Its legs and feet, most delicately formed, were, like those upper members, bare. It wore a tunic of the purest white, and round its waist was bound a lustrous belt, the sheen of which was beautiful. It held a branch of fresh green holly in its hand; and, in singular contradiction of that wintry emblem, had its dress trimmed with summer flowers. But the strangest thing about it was, that from the crown of its head there sprung a bright clear jet of light, by which all this was visible; and which was doubtless the occasion of its using, in its duller moments, a great extinguisher for a cap, which it now held under its arm. Even this, though, when Scrooge looked at it with increasing steadiness, was not its strangest quality. For as its belt sparkled and glittered now in one part and now in another, and what was light one instant, at another time was dark, so the figure itself fluctuated in its distinctness: being now a thing with one arm, now with one leg, now with twenty legs, now a pair of legs without a head, now a head without a body: of which dissolving parts, no outline would be visible in the dense gloom wherein they melted away. And in the very wonder of this, it would be itself again; distinct and clear as ever. "Are you the Spirit, sir, whose coming was foretold to me?" asked Scrooge. "I am." The voice was soft and gentle. Singularly low, as if instead of being so close beside him, it were at a distance. "Who, and what are you?" Scrooge demanded. "I am the Ghost of Christmas Past." "Long Past?" inquired Scrooge: observant of its dwarfish stature. "No. Your past." Perhaps, Scrooge could not have told anybody why, if anybody could have asked him; but he had a special desire to see the Spirit in his cap; and begged him to be covered. "What!" exclaimed the Ghost, "Would you so soon put out, with worldly hands, the light I give? Is it not enough that you are one of those whose passions made this cap, and force me through whole trains of years to wear it low upon my brow!" Scrooge reverently disclaimed all intention to offend or any knowledge of having willfully bonneted the Spirit at any period of his life. He then made bold to inquire what business brought him there. "Your welfare," said the Ghost. Scrooge expressed himself much obliged, but could not help thinking that a night of unbroken rest would have been more conducive to that end. The Spirit must have heard him thinking, for it said immediately: "Your reclamation, then. Take heed." It put out its strong hand as it spoke, and clasped him gently by the arm. "Rise. And walk with me." It would have been in vain for Scrooge to plead that the weather and the hour were not adapted to pedestrian purposes; that bed was warm, and the thermometer a long way below freezing; that he was clad but lightly in his slippers, dressing-gown, and nightca
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I. I Am Born. Dickens, Charles. 1917. The Personal History and Experience of David Copperfield the Younger. Vols. VII & VIII. Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction Charles Dickens. (18121870). David Copperfield. The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction. 1917. I. I Am Born WHETHER I shall turn out to be the hero of my own life, or whether that station will be held by anybody else, these pages must show. To begin my life with the beginning of my life, I record that I was born (as I have been informed and believe) on a Friday, at twelve oclock at night. It was remarked that the clock began to strike, and I began to cry, simultaneously. 1 In consideration of the day and hour of my birth, it was declared by the day and by some sage women in the neighbourhood who had taken a lively interest in me several months before there was any possibility of our becoming personally acquainted, first, that I was destined to be unlucky in life; and secondly, that I was privileged to see ghosts and spirits; both these gifts inevitably attaching, as they believed, to all unlucky infants of either gender born towards the small hours on a Friday night. 2 I need say nothing here, on the first head, because nothing can show better than my history whether that prediction was verifed or falsified by the result. On the second branch of the question, I will only remark that unless I ran through that part of my inheritance while I was still a baby, I have not come into it yet. But I do not at all complain of having been kept out of this property; and if anybody else should be in the present enjoyment of it, he is heartily welcome to keep it. 3 I was born with a caul, which was advertised for sale, in the newspapers, at the low price of fifteen guineas. Whether seagoing people were short of money about that time, or were short of faith and preferred cork jackets, I dont know; all I know is, that there was but one solitary bidding, and that was from an attorney connected with the bill broking business, who offered two pounds in cash, and the balance in sherry, but declined to be guaranteed from drowning on any higher bargain. Consequently the advertisement was withdrawn at a dead lossfor as to sherry, my poor dear mothers own sherry was in the market thenand ten years afterwards the caul was put up in a raffle down in our part of the country, to fifty members at half-a-crown a head, the winner to spend five shillings. I was present myself, and I remember to have felt quite uncomfortable and confused, at a part of myself being disposed of in that way. The caul was won, I recollect, by an old lady with a hand-basket, who, very reluctantly, produced from it the stipulated five shillings, all in halfpence, and twopence halfpenny shortas it took an immense time and a great waste of arithmetic, to endeavour without any effect to prove to her. It is a fact which will be long remembered as remarkable down there, that she was never drowned, but died triumphantly in bed, at ninety-two. I have understood that it was, to the last, her proudest boast that she never had been on the water in her life, except upon a bridge; and that over her tea (to which she was extremely partial) she, to the last, expressed her indignation at the impiety of mariners and others, who had the presumption to go meandering about the world. It was in vain to represent to her that some conveniences, tea perhaps included, resulted from this objectionable practice. She always returned, with greater emphasis and with an instinctive knowledge of the strength of her objection, Let us have no meandering. 5 I was born in Blunderstone, in Suffolk, or thereby, as they say in Scotland. I was a posthumous child. My fathers eyes had closed upon the light of this world six months, when mine opened on it. There is something strange to me, even now, in the reflection that he never saw me; and something stranger yet in the shadowy remembrance that I have of my first childish associations with his white gravestone in the churchyard, and of the indefinable compassion I used
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amarillo translation English | Spanish dictionary | Reverso El anillo amarillo contiene algo vivo. This yellow ring's got something living in it. Juraría que había un submarino amarillo. I could have sworn there was a yellow submarine. Te estaba esperando, cabello amarillo. I have been waiting for you, yellow hair. La pistola con mango de madera amarillo. [Chuckles Nervously] Your gun with the yellow wooden handle. Es un diamante amarillo de primera calidad. It's a yellow diamond of the first quality. Tiene que ser amarillo con tapicería negra. It's got to be yellow with black upholstery. See how “amarillo” is translated from Spanish to English with more examples in context
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name of a character in the Dr. Doolittle stories | fasab Home Posts tagged 'name of a character in the Dr. Doolittle stories' name of a character in the Dr. Doolittle stories “Fight Against Stupidity And Bureaucracy” . Welcome to another quiz day on the fasab blog. As usual a random selection of questions, some quite difficult, but some that you should find easy enough. When you are done check the answers which are waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay down below – but NO cheating! Enjoy. Q. 1: What is the name of the art form that translated means ‘beauty writing’? . . Q. 2: The Blue Fairy is a kindly figure in which Disney classic? (Now you knows this!) . Q. 3: What is the name of the Spanish soup served cold? . Q. 4: What is the longest poisonous snake in the world? . . Q. 5: Eric Weisz is still believed by some to have made the first successful powered flight in Australia on March 18, 1910. Weisz was better known around the world under which stage name? . . Q. 6: Which region in the Pacific ocean is also the name of a character in the Dr. Doolittle stories? . . Q. 7: What is the name of the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery and in which country is it located? (a point for each answer) . Q. 8: Contestants from which three countries have won the most Miss Universe titles? (Take some bonus points if you know how many titles they have won.) . . Q. 9: Which word, used in the world of espionage, stems from John Le Carre’s 1974 novel ‘Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy’? . Q. 10: ‘Kristal’ and ‘Krug’ are examples of which wine? . Q. 11: In space an ‘Event Horizon’ surrounds what kind of region? . Q. 12: Who was the first Hollywood actress to appear on a postage stamp? . . Q. 13: When the definition of a desert is ‘an area with an average annual precipitation of less than 250 millimetres per year’; on which continent is the largest desert in the world? . Q. 14: ‘Varig’ is the national airline in which country? . . Q. 15: Name the American artist who uses Campbell’s Soup cans in his pop art? . . Q. 16: What did American POW’s call the Hoa Lo prison camp in North Vietnam? . . Q. 17: Widely used to orient buildings and even furniture, the term ‘Feng shui’, what is the English translation of this term? (Two words.) . Q. 18: Which breed of horse is also the name for a kind of bean? . . Q. 19: Who was the only heavyweight champion to finish his boxing career with a perfect record? (49 wins-0 defeats). . . Q. 20: Which film producer with a vegetable as a last name, was, until his death, involved in most of the James Bond films? > Q. 4: What is the longest poisonous snake in the world? A. 4: The King Cobra. . . Q. 5: Eric Weisz is still believed by some to have made the first successful powered flight in Australia on March 18, 1910. Weisz was better known around the world under which stage name? A. 5: Harry Houdini. . . Q. 6: Which region in the Pacific ocean is also the name of a character in the Dr. Doolittle stories? A. 6: Polynesia. In the series of books, Polynesia is Doctor Dolittle’s parrot. . . Q. 7: What is the name of the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery and in which country is it located? (a point for each answer) A. 7: Old Bushmills Distillery, located at Bushmills, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. . Q. 8: Contestants from which three countries have won the most Miss Universe titles? (Take some bonus points if you know how many titles they have won.) A. 8: USA (8: 1954, 1956, 1960, 1967, 1980, 1995, 1997, 2012), Venezuela (6: 1979, 1981, 1986, 1996, 2008, 2009), and Puerto Rico (5: 1970, 1985, 1993, 2001, 2006). . . Q. 9: Which word, used in the world of espionage, stems from John Le Carre’s 1974 novel ‘Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy’? A. 9: Mole. Q. 11: In space an ‘Event Horizon’ surrounds what kind of region? A. 11: A Black hole. . Q. 12: Who was the first Hollywood actress to appear on a postage stamp? A. 12: Grace Kelly. . . Q. 13: When the definition of a desert is ‘an area with an average annual precipitation of less than 250 millimetres per year’; on which
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Later in 1961 George Martin produced “My Boomerang Won’t Come Back”. Which comedian and actor was the singer on the record?
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Charlie Drake - The Scotsman Charlie Drake 03:45 Wednesday 27 December 2006 Comedy actor Born: 19 June, 1925, in South London. Died: 24 December, 2006, in Twickenham, aged 81. THE diminutive Charlie Drake enjoyed a lengthy career on stage and television where his cockney slapstick humour endeared him to young and old. His cheeky act gained huge audiences with his knock-about style and he became something of a working-class hero with his portrayal of the put-upon worker. But for all his irreverence and bawdy humour, Drake was a superb craftsman: he worked an audience (especially in pantomime) with a rare cunning and had a superb sense of timing. Drake was at his peak on television in the Sixties and Seventies, winning two Golden Globe Awards from Montreux. He also recorded many novelty songs - including the hit number My Boomerang Won't Come Back. But for many, Charlie Drake is associated with the cheeky catchphrase with which he opened all his shows: "Hello, My Darlings." Charles Drake (born Charles Edward Springhall; he adopted his mother's maiden name on going into show-business) was brought up in a poor area of south London where his father worked as a newspaper vendor. He started working on radio programmes and then joined up with Jack Edwards to do a popular children's show called Jigsaw. That ran until 1957 after which Drake decided to concentrate on entertaining adult audiences. Drake made his breakthrough to television in 1953 when he worked on the BBC's The Centre Show. This was followed by various guest appearances until he was given his own Saturday night comedy show in 1958 called Charlie Drake In... This proved very popular and Drake returned to the format for three years. At Christmas 1960, the BBC mounted a Charlie Drake Special and it proved one of the major hits over the festive period. By then, Drake was one of the leading television names and was often seen in summer seasons and pantomime. The latter he enjoyed hugely where his madcap adlibbing proved especially popular. But he was not an easy colleague. He was banned by British Equity from working in any provincial theatre in the UK for 18 months in the Seventies and ruined his chances of an American career when he walked off the Ed Sullivan Show because they objected to one of his routines. In 1961, he was appearing in a live show when the routine went horribly wrong. Drake - always a fearless performer - fractured his skull when he collapsed through a bookcase (all part of the much rehearsed act) only to find part of the support had been reinforced. The other actors carried on as arranged and threw Drake through a (false) window. The comedian was unconscious for three days in hospital and retired for two years. It was not until 1963 that Drake, courageously, returned to the studio. In fact the next decade was to be very successful for Drake and he was seen on both the BBC and ITV. With the former he appeared in a succession of comedy shows produced by Ronald Marsh from 1963 to 1968. They were certainly all very much vehicles for Drake (significantly they all used his name in the title), but Drake's energy and zany humour proved a winner with the audiences. As indeed did his shows for ITV. There, he hosted an odd show called Slapstick and Old Lace which encouraged viewers to sing in requests. One of his TV shows that captured the imagination of the public was The Worker (1965-70). Drake played a ham-fisted worker who made a nonsense of all the jobs he was sent to do. His frustrated employer - stoically played by the lachrymose Henry McGee - accepted every disaster with a refined foreboding. As early as 1958, Drake had made a cover version of Bobby Darrin's Splish Splash. His recording producer was a young man named George Martin and the disc outsold the original. Drake was to go on to record many songs (notably Mr Custer and I've Lost the End of My Yodel) but My Boomerang Won't Come Back - an infuriatingly memorable ditty - even entered the charts. Drake was a major force in light entertainment at this time; he made an extraordinary 15 appearances at
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Tony Christie on Apple Music To preview a song, mouse over the title and click Play. Open iTunes to buy and download music. Biography British balladeer Tony Christie proved the continued commercial viability of traditional pop in a post-psychedelic world, scoring a series of easy listening hits that spanned the 1970s. Born Anthony Fitzgerald in South Yorkshire, England, on April 25, 1943, at 18 he joined the popular local group the Counterbeats, later fronting his own combo, Tony Christie & the Trackers. After mounting a solo career, he cut his debut single, "Life's Too Good to Waste," in 1966, followed a year later by "Turn Around." Upon signing to MCA in 1969, Christie teamed with the songwriting and production tandem of Mitch Murray and Peter Callender. Although their first collaboration, "God Is on My Side," went nowhere, the 1971 LP Las Vegas proved the singer's breakthrough, generating the Neil Sedaka/Howard Greenfield-penned smash "Is This the Way to Amarillo?" (a number one hit in Germany, Sweden, Denmark, and Spain), "I Did What I Did for Maria," and "Don't Go Down to Reno." Christie remained a constant of the European charts for much of the decade via subsequent hits including "Avenues and Alleyways" (the theme to the television series The Protectors) and "The Queen of Mardi Gras," selling more than ten million records during the Me Decade. He also hosted his own BBC variety series, and in 1976 played the role of Magaldi during recording sessions for Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Evita. In 1979 Christie paired with producer Graham Sacher for the blockbuster "Sweet September," but his stardom waned during the decade to follow. He nevertheless maintained a demanding international tour schedule, and remained a regular presence on television as well. Upon teaming with producer Jack White, who previously masterminded hits for Engelbert Humperdinck and Baywatch heartthrob David Hasselhoff, Christie scored a massive comeback hit with 1990's "Kiss in the Night." However, he again spent a number of years on the cabaret circuit before enjoying a new wave of popularity and credibility via the 1999 single "Walk Like a Panther," written for him by Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker. The single earned Christie his first appearance on Top of the Pops in a quarter century, and his newfound hipster cachet was further solidified when the smash comedy series Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights employed "Is This the Way to Amarillo?" as its theme song. In the spring of 2005, the single was re-released to raise funds for the charity Comic Relief, and spent seven weeks atop the U.K. pop charts. After cutting the theme for Kay's spinoff series Max and Paddy, Christie closed out the year with a tongue-in-cheek big-band cover of Slade's "Merry Xmas Everybody," which fell shy of the British Top 40. Numerous collections and one-off singles followed, with the full-length Made in Sheffield (produced by longtime fans Richard Hawley and Colin Elliot) arriving in 2008. Released in 2011, Now’s the Time, Christie's 19th studio album, found the singer exploring his Northern soul roots with producer Richard Barrett. ~ Jason Ankeny Top Albums
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Brumby Horse: Weird Facts/Did You Know? Brumby Horse: Weird Facts/Did You Know? View Full Pet Ad » Chocolates, Whites And Other Colors- … Puppies $950 to $10,000.00 WWW.PUPPIESFORSALESITE.COM VISIT MY WEBSITE UNDER THE �CONTACT INFORMATION� TO VIEW GORGEOUS TEACUP AND TOY PUPPIES. … Price: $950.00 - 10,000.00 (see my website) Location: Next The word Brumby has a few origins of where it may have come from; the name Brumby may have originated from the Aboriginal word "baroomby" which means wild. The other possibility may be from a James Brumby, who is said to have released these horses into the wild in the 1800s. It also said that he simply abandoned them when he left his home and went to Tasmania. One of these actions is believed to be the true origin of the name of the horses. Brumbies are typically found in large herds that are called mobs or bands. A mob or band of Brumbies is usually made up like a family, a leading stallion, a mare and younger colts. The lead stallion usually acts as a father. He is easy to point out because he will follow at the back of the group to watch over them and look out for danger. The mare acts as a mother, leading the younger ones to food and water. The Brumby has some screen time to its name such as in the 1993 film "The Silver Brumby." It is an adaptation of the series of children's books written by Elyne Mitchelle; she began writing the books in 1955 and finished in 1999 with 13 books that go into the detailed life of the Silver Brumby horses. In 1998, an animated series was made into the likeness of "The Silver Brumby". It lasted only 39 episodes, and was said to have captured the essence of the book more than the movie. In Australia in March of 2001, there was a slaughter of Brumbies which outraged animal lovers around the world. This horrible act was carried out by the Australian Government and the National Parks and Wildlife Service. To say the least it was handled in the poorest of fashions. Many Brumbies were taken out in a vicious aerial assault. Many did not die right away so they suffered for days before dying. In some cases after the assault was ceased, some were found weeks after alive and later put down. Needless to say the National Parks and Wildlife Service was sued, thus the formation of the Save the Brumbies Inc. A documentary and awareness film was made in 1990 "Brumby Horse Run Wild" that went over the history as well as the current pros and cons to this flourishing breed of wild horse. They are a horse of beauty but yet still pose as a pest in the eyes of some of the Australian outback. They are sometimes referred to as a pest to the outback because their hooves are so tough that they destroy and make unwanted paths in certain areas. Their droppings also contain the ingredients for diseases that are harmful to other breeds of horse and just their numbers are something of concern. There is still a group of dedicated people that want to see the Brumby Horse live on and never again see a repeat of the aerial massacre that took the lives of so many Brumby Horses. Puppies for Sale:
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Hockey Book Reviews.com Reality Check: Travels in the Australian Hockey League by Will Brodie From the author:Yes, there is ice hockey in Australia. There’s a fragile but thriving national league and my book Reality Check: Travels in the Australian Ice Hockey League chronicles a year in the AIHL, where dedicated locals and adventurous internationals train and play like professionals, but no-one gets paid. I spent a year visiting the quirky outposts of this unique hockey backwater, making three trips each with arch-rivals Melbourne Mustangs and Melbourne Ice. Australian ice hockey is intense but informal, exhilarating but irreverent. It thrives on grassroots improvisation yet utilises social media savvy to expand its national audience. In 2014, the passion of this community saw a disbanded team reborn in a week and delivered a dramatic finals series followed like never before. Buy The Book - Amazon.ca - Chapters - Amazon.com From the publisher: Whether it’s a ticket stub from a game that father and son saw together, an autographed photograph from a hero, or a puck that went up and over the boards, hockey memorabilia is a record of our beloved sport’s history. He Shoots, He Saves looks at hockey’s collectibles from hockey cards to commemorative beer cans to postage stamps. The book features artifacts from all 30 NHL teams, the greatest players of all-time, the WHA, the international game including the Summit Series, and the women’s game. Hockey greats such as Martin Brodeur, Frank Mahovlich, Ted Lindsay, and Sidney Crosby recall their own days collecting and offer their perspectives on memorabilia. Joe's Take: This is an interesting book in that while it is very much about hockey collectibles, it is also a very neat introduction to the history of hockey. The book's first 70 pages or so look exclusively a hockey collectibles throughout the years, touching on the obvious like hockey cards, books, magazines, pucks, pocket schedules (I never really understood that fetish) and arena artifacts but also looking at some of the more oddball collectibles like bottle caps, stamps, cereal boxes, and, of course, bobbleheads. In the next 300 pages the author gives us brief run-downs on each franchise (plus some defunct teams), key players and key moments in the game's great past. Waldman tries to tie memorabilia into the conversation, though at times it strays away from that. Never fear, the text is laced with dozens of photos of neat collectibles that make this book as fun to flip through as it is to read from cover to cover. Take a look at this book. Collectors will love it and any hockey fan can learn some hockey history in these pages. - Chapters - Amazon.com Who is Val James? He is an almost entirely forgotten about hockey player from the past. But hey, I don't blame you for that. He played only 11 NHL games (plus 3 more in the playoffs) in his career and there are 1000s of guys like that who equally as memorable than him. So why has Val James his autobiography and, more importantly, why should you read it? First off, a bit more about the book. From the back cover, "Val James became the first African American player in the NHL when he took to the ice with the Buffalo Sabres in 1982, and in 1987 he became the first black player of any nationality to skate for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Born in central Florida, James grew up on Long Island and received his first pair of skates for his 13th birthday. At 16, James left home to play in Canada, where he was the only black person in junior and, often, in the whole town. While popular for his tough play and winning personality, the teenager faced racist taunts at opposing arenas, and the prejudice continued at all levels of the game. In his two NHL stints, James defined himself as a smart team player and opponent, known for his pugilistic skills. Black Ice is the untold story of a trail-blazing athlete who endured and overcame discrimination to realize his dreams and become an inspiration for future generations." That doesn't do nearly as good a job of catching your attention as in the in
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Trumpet Blues: The Life of Harry James by Peter J. Levinson - JazzTimes By Jack Sohmer Trumpet Blues: The Life of Harry James by Peter J. Levinson A working associate and friend of Harry James from 1959 to his death in 1983, former booking agent and publicist Peter Levinson offers a no-nonsense look at the trumpeter’s lifetime career in music, from a childhood spent in his father’s traveling circus band, through his many years as a superstar celebrity, to his final decline as both artist and man. Although undoubtedly sincere in his professed love for jazz, Levinson surprisingly says very little about the music itself. Most notably, he neglects to describe in his own words how James differed in style and technique from other trumpet players, how his bands ranked musically in comparison with those of his contemporaries, and finally, how we should reconcile his blatant commercialism in the 1940s and ’50s with his oft-expressed admiration for Louis Armstrong and other jazzmen. Levinson is especially strong in ferreting out the details of James’ early career as a circus bandsman, but he is too quick in glossing over his first big-time gig with the Ben Pollack band of the mid-1930s. The far more well-chronicled 1937-38 Benny Goodman period is treated better, thanks to already published research and a plethora of personal interviews with such important primary sources as Harry’s first wife, Louise Tobin, who sang with Goodman in 1939, and about 200 other musicians, friends, and business associates. Because of them, we learn much about the man behind the horn. Apparently a lusty guy from puberty onwards, Harry never learned to restrain his impulses, even when married to one of the most popular pin-up girls of the 1940s, top-ranking Hollywood actress Betty Grable. Even his sidemen marveled at his insatiable appetite, endurance, and, especially, his indiscriminate taste. Beautiful or ugly, young or old, they were all grist for his mill. Harry’s legendary exploits in hotel bedrooms were only exceeded by his gargantuan thirst for booze and his self-destructive need to gamble away every dollar he earned, habits that ultimately even consumed Betty’s considerable savings as well. Levinson reports that by the time of her death in 1973, eight years after their 22-year-long marriage had ended, Harry and Betty had lost around $24 million at both the Las Vegas gaming tables and the track. His drinking, however, was by far the more serious of their problems, having eventually led him, on several occasions, to treat Betty like a punching bag. In 1965, Betty finally sued for divorce on the grounds of extreme cruelty. Harry kept his band working in Las Vegas and on the road to pay off his debts, but he had already lost the best meal ticket he was ever to have. Harry loved his horn first and foremost, with baseball running a close second, and from his youth he was gifted with such great chops that he never even had to warm up before playing, much less engage in routine practicing as most hornmen do. It all came so easily to him. But, as was also the case with Bix Beiderbecke and Bunny Berigan, that superhuman tolerance for round-the-clock heavy drinking ultimately demanded its prize. Perhaps because of the better medical care available in the 1970s Harry did not die as young as Bix and Bunny had, but all accounts indicate that toward the end there was scarcely anything left of the one-time musical powerhouse. He was only 67 at the time of his death, but he looked much, much older. Additionally, because of cancer and the loss of his teeth, he had not been able to blow a note for some time. Levinson did a good job of piecing together Harry’s story from those who knew him personally, but in some cases his knowledge of jazz history is way off. For example, he says that in 1937, when Johnny Hodges recorded Harry’s swing instrumental, “Peckin’,” lyrics were added and the title was changed to “Foolin’ Myself.” Actually, “Foolin’ Myself,” a tune that Billie Holiday also recorded, has nothing to do with “Peckin'” except that both
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John Gielgud (Author of Acting Shakespeare) edit data Sir Arthur John Gielgud, OM, CH was an English actor/director/producer. A descendant of the renowned Terry acting family, he achieved early international acclaim for his youthful, emotionally expressive Hamlet which broke box office records on Broadway in 1937. He was known for his beautiful speaking of verse and particularly for his warm and expressive voice, which his colleague Sir Alec Guinness likened to "a silver trumpet muffled in silk".[1][2] Gielgud is one of the few entertainers who have won an Academy, Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award.
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Who has been the tallest British Prime Minister since WWI?
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BBC - History - British History in depth: Prime Ministers and Politics Timeline On This Day Prime Ministers and Politics Timeline Do you know which prime minister brought 'fallen women' to 10 Downing Street? Or which one fought a duel? Or who was known as 'the Goat'? Take a political journey through nearly 300 years of high ideals and low cunning, from Gordon Brown to the first man to hold prime ministerial powers, Robert Walpole. Margaret Thatcher Conservative, 1979 - 1990 Britain's first female prime minister came to power with the country descending into industrial and economic chaos. A relatively inexperienced politician, she nonetheless adopted a personal style of indomitable self-confidence and brooked no weakness in herself or her colleagues. Derisively dubbed the 'Iron Lady' by the Soviet press, she wore the moniker with pride. Her government's free-market policies included trade liberalisation, deregulation, sweeping privatisation, breaking the power of the unions, focus on the individual and the creation of an 'enterprise culture'. 'Thatcherism' has had a profound and lasting economic and social impact on Britain, and still sharply divides opinion to this day. The first PM to serve three consecutive terms (including two 'landslide' victories) she was eventually toppled by her own party following the disastrous imposition of a 'poll tax'. Nonetheless, she is generally considered to be one of the best peace time prime ministers of the 20th Century. James Callaghan Labour, 1976 - 1979 Callaghan inherited the office of prime minister following the surprise resignation of Harold Wilson. With only a tiny parliamentary majority to support him, he faced an increasingly one-sided confrontation with organised labour in the form of rampant strike action. Things came to a head in the so-called 'Winter of Discontent', a phrase from Shakespeare borrowed by Callaghan himself to describe the events leading up to February 1979. Britain was 'strikebound', with public servants staging mass walk outs, leaving food and fuel supplies undelivered, rubbish uncollected and - most notoriously - bodies unburied. Things became so bad in Hull it was dubbed 'the second Stalingrad'. The tabloid press has since been accused of overstating the severity of the situation (and wrongly quoting him as saying 'Crisis? What Crisis?') but it was enough at the time to sound the death knell for Callaghan's government later in the same year. Harold Wilson Labour, 1974 - 1976 In March 1974, Wilson became prime minister for the third time at the head of a minority government, following the first hung parliament (one where no party holds a majority) for 45 years. Often described as a wily fixer and negotiator, it took all of his skills to hold on to power in the face of economic and industrial turmoil. His party was also sharply divided, with many Labour members of parliament (MPs) bitter about Wilson's manoeuvring against his colleagues. He called another general election in October 1974, thereby ending the shortest parliament since 1681, and was returned to office with a majority of just three seats. He presided over a referendum on Britain's membership of the European Economic Community (EEC), and a collapse in the value of the pound which prompted a humiliating 'rescue operation' by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Exhausted, Wilson resigned saying 'politicians should not go on and on'. Edward Heath Conservative, 1970 - 1974 Heath succeeded in taking Britain into the European Economic Community (EEC), the precursor to the European Union, despite two previous failed attempts by Britain to gain entry, in 1961 and 1967. But his government was dogged by torrid industrial relations and recurrent economic crises. Things came to a head in January 1974, when industry was put on a 'three-day week' to conserve fuel. Fuel was in dangerously short supply following a combination of domestic industrial action (coal miners on 'work-to-rule') and a quadrupling of prices by Middle Eastern oil exporting nations in the wake of Israel's victory in the Yom Kipp
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BBC NEWS | Talking Point | Who is the Greatest Briton? Tuesday, 27 August, 2002, 16:37 GMT 17:37 UK Who is the Greatest Briton? David Beckham and DJ John Peel have beaten Constable and Wordsworth to make it into a poll of Britain's top 100 heroes. More than 30,000 people across the country were asked to pick a person who epitomised greatness, for a survey conducted for the BBC's new Great Britons programme. The list includes 20 scientists, engineers and inventors, 14 royals and just one television presenter - David Attenborough. Most of the 22 still living come from the world of music - with soccer's David Beckham and five-time Olympic rower Sir Steve Redgrave the only sportsmen. Who is your British hero - and why? What do you think of the people who made the top 100? This debate is now closed. Your reaction Issac Newton discovered gravity, invented calculus, formulated the basic laws of mechanics and motion that are still the basis of most science and engineering. And he achieved most of it while he was an undergraduate. In any list of greatest Britons, he must be at or near the top. Robert, USA I would add Kenneth Williams Jon Blanthorn, Toronto For pure defining "Britishness" I would add Kenneth Williams because he defined a certain attitude and comedy that could only ever be British and will probably not exist again. Also, the truly British band Saint Etienne. French name but every song generates English imagery and sentiments. They've both influenced me and reminded me what it means to be British when in another country. Jon Blanthorn, Toronto, Canada My dad. Elaine, UK Notable by his absence is William Wilberforce, who probably did more than anyone else to abolish the slave trade - not just having the ideas but dedicating his life to bringing about change. Of course, given the fairly loose definition, I can not see anyone being more deserving than Mohandas K. Gandhi (he was educated in England and certainly had a huge impact on Britain) - one of the greatest humans ever, never mind Britons. Dave G, UK Charles Darwin without a doubt. Philosophers have asked for centuries why we are here. The answer is evolution, and Darwin's contribution to our understanding of this phenomena is greater than that of anyone else. Once one has grasped the significance of evolution then superstition and religion can be put aside. Darwin is ahead of everybody, not just Britons. Karl Hemsley, England Alan Turing. The father of modern computing, plus his invaluable contribution to the war effort. As a codebreaker, his skills saved countless lives, and arguably, won the war for us. Sadly persecuted by the British Government. As a nation, we owe so much to him. Pete Baker, ENGLAND Who else would lecture the prime minister on his sex life? Arran, Edinburgh Rather than celebrating just Britons, why not extend the definition to include those who have made an outstanding contribution to national life. That way, Germaine Greer would get the recognition she deserves. Who else would lecture the prime minister on his sex life?? Arran, Edinburgh The list seems to be overwhelmed with inventors and royals. How about the greatest filmmaker in the world today: Ridley Scott? Or Roald Dahl, without whom my childhood would never have been the same. And why are there three Beatles but no Monty Pythons? Rebecca, England I didn't even have to pause to think about this one. No contest - Fleming the discoverer of penicillin the saviour of countless millions of human and animal lives. Victoria Smith, England I think Sean Bean is the greatest Briton. He's such a talented actor from the UK and will always be my favourite. Allie, CANADA How does a footballer in his wife's pants get on the list? Andy, England How does a footballer in his wife's pants get on the list, or for that matter any sportsperson or entertainer? Of all the truly great people there have been throughout our varied and sometimes glorious history this list says more about how superficial we have become while "standing on the shoulders of giants." Andy, England What about Billy Connolly?
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Biography - Helen Clark, UNDP Administrator | UNDP Biography - Helen Clark, UNDP Administrator Biography of the Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme Helen Clark became the Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme on 17 April 2009, and is the first woman to lead the organization. She is also the Chair of the United Nations Development Group, a committee consisting of the heads of all UN funds, programmes and departments working on development issues. Prior to her appointment with UNDP, Helen Clark served for nine years as Prime Minister of New Zealand, serving three successive terms from 1999 - 2008. Throughout her tenure as Prime Minister, Helen Clark engaged widely in policy development and advocacy across the international, economic, social and cultural spheres. Under her leadership, New Zealand achieved significant economic growth, low levels of unemployment, and high levels of investment in education and health, and in the well-being of families and older citizens. She and her government prioritized reconciliation and the settlement of historical grievances with New Zealand’s indigenous people and the development of an inclusive multicultural and multi-faith society. Helen Clark advocated strongly for New Zealand’s comprehensive programme on sustainability and for tackling the problems of climate change. Her objectives have been to establish New Zealand as being among the world’s leading nations in dealing with these challenges. Helen Clark was also an active leader of her country’s foreign relations and policies, engaging in a wide range of international issues. As Prime Minister, Helen Clark was a member of the Council of Women World Leaders, an international network of current and former women presidents and prime ministers whose mission is to mobilize the highest-level women leaders globally for collective action on issues of critical importance to women and equitable development. Helen Clark held ministerial responsibility during her nine years as Prime Minister for New Zealand’s intelligence agencies and for the portfolio of arts, culture and heritage. She has seen the promotion of this latter portfolio as important in expressing the unique identity of her nation in a positive way. Helen Clark came to the role of Prime Minister after an extensive parliamentary and ministerial career. First elected to Parliament in 1981, Helen Clark was re-elected to her multicultural Auckland constituency for the tenth time in November 2008. Earlier in her career, she chaired Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee. Between 1987 and 1990, she was a Minister responsible for first, the portfolios of Conservation and Housing, and then Health and Labour. She was Deputy Prime Minister between August 1989 and November 1990. From that date until December 1993 she served as Deputy Leader of the Opposition, and then as Leader of the Opposition until winning the election in November 1999. Prior to entering the New Zealand Parliament, Helen Clark taught in the Political Studies Department of the University of Auckland. She graduated with a BA in 1971 and an MA with First Class Honours in 1974. She is married to Peter Davis, a Professor at Auckland University. Post of the UNDP Administrator The UNDP Administrator is appointed by the Secretary-General and confirmed by the General Assembly for a term of four years. Paul G. Hoffman was appointed as the first Administrator of UNDP in 1966 and served until retirement in 1972. David Owen, who led UNDP’s predecessor organization, the Expanded Programme of Technical Assistance (EPTA), was appointed as Mr. Hoffman’s Co-Administrator. Rudolph A. Peterson was appointed Administrator in 1972 followed by Bradford Morse in 1976; William H. Draper lll, 1986; James Gustave Speth, 1993 to 30 June 1999; Mark Malloch Brown, 1999-2005; and Kemal Derviş, 2005-2009. Follow me on
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1 Who is the UK secretary of state for children, schools and families? - Liverpool Echo 1 Who is the UK secretary of state for children, schools and families? 2. Whose picture features on the back of a £10 note? Share Get daily updates directly to your inbox + Subscribe Could not subscribe, try again laterInvalid Email 2. Whose picture features on the back of a £10 note? 3 What is the name of the saxophonist in Liverpool band The Zutons? 4. Which singer's current album is called These Streets? 5 Who is the Archbishop of Canterbury? 6 Which Liverpool-raised comedian was one half of the Shrewsbury Two? 7 Which comedian's characters include Paul Calf and Tommy Saxondale? 8. Which rugby team's home ground is Knowsley Road? 9. Who wrote the novel The Wasp Factory? 10 In computing, what does HTML stand for? ANSWERS: 1. Ed Balls 2. Charles Darwin 3. Abi Harding 4. Paulo Nutini 5. Rowan Williams 6. Ricky Tomlinson 7. Steve Coogan 8. Saints 9. Iain Banks 10. Hypertext markup language. Like us on Facebook Most Read Most Recent Most Read Most Recent
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Nomenclature of Territorial Units for Statistics - Example Problems Nomenclature of Territorial Units for Statistics From Example Problems Jump to: navigation , search The Nomenclature of Territorial Units for Statistics (NUTS) is a geocode standard for referencing the administrative division of countries for statistical purposes. The standard was developed by the European Union , and thus only covers the member states of the EU in detail; Eurostat also devised a hierarchy for the 10 countries which joined the EU in 2004 , but these are subject to minor changes. The NUTS divisions do not necessarily correspond to administrative divisions within the country. The acronym is derived from the French name for the scheme, nomenclature des unités territoriales statistiques. A NUTS code begins with a two letter code referencing the country, which are identical with the ISO 3166-1 codes (except UK instead of GB for the United Kingdom ). The subdivision of countries is then referred with one number, covering the same entities as the ISO 3166-2 standard. A second or third subdivision level is referred with another number each. Each numbering starts with 1 as 0 is used for the upper level. In case it has more than 9 entities capital letters are used to continue the numbering. Additionally to the full three levels for the European Union countries all countries have a NUTS code with a two letter code for a continent and two numbers for the country, and for the USA, Canada and Australia the states are numbered separately. There are some anomalies: for example, Gibraltar is listed as being outside the EU with the code EO21; while French Guiana is listed twice, once in France as FR930 and once in South America as AS13. NUTS is thus in some extent similar to the ISO 3166 standard, as well as the FIPS standard of the United States. Levels There are three levels of NUTS defined, with two levels of local administrative units (LAUs) below that, historically called NUTS levels 4 and 5 and sometimes still described as such. Note that not all countries have every level of division. Luxembourg, for example, has only LAUs; the three NUTS divisions each correspond to the entire country itself. Countries
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How is France Divided Administratively? (with picture) How is France Divided Administratively? Last Modified Date: 19 December 2016 Copyright Protected: 10 hilariously insightful foreign words France is situated in the northwest of Europe and is one of the member countries of the European Union. Its political system is made up of several layers of administrative divisions, which include regions, departments, arrondisements, cantons and communes. These divisions encompass not only France, but also other countries that were previously colonized by the French government, and are currently considered as being under the French territory. For administrative purposes, these countries are called "overseas regions" while France in Europe is called the "Metropolitan." The French territory is first divided into 26 regions, 22 in Metropolitan and four overseas. Regions are governed by a regional council of elected members and have neither legislative nor regulatory power. However, they do impose their own taxes, leading them to have considerable budgets to manage the country’s decentralized services. Regions are further subdivided into 100 departments, 96 in Metropolitan and four overseas. The four overseas regions and departments are one and the same: French Guyana, Guadeloupe, Martinique and the Reunion. French departments are administered by a general council of elected members and are represented by two-digit numbers, which are designated to each department following the alphabetical order. These numbers appear in INSEE (Institut National de la Statistique et des Etudes Démographiques) codes, social security numbers and French postal codes. They are also currently used as the final digits at the end of French vehicle registration numbers. Departments are comprised of 341 arrondisements, or districts, which are run by officials elected by the president. Unlike regions and departments though, arrondisements are not legal entities in the eyes of the law. Arrondisements are then subdivided into 4,032 cantons that serve as constituencies during the elections for the general council of each department. Cantons are actually made up of 36,781 communes, which is the lowest administrative division of France. Most of these communes, 36,569 of them, belong to France Metropolitan while the remaining 212 belong to overseas regions. There is no exact definition of a French commune. Paris, a city with more than 2 million inhabitants, is considered a commune. Similarly, Rochefourchat is a one-person commune situated in the region of Rhône-Alpes. A mayor and its municipal council run a commune. Despite the disparity in the sizes of French communes, the powers of those who govern them remain the same. Having said that, there are three communes – Paris, Marseille and Lyon – which are further subdivided into 45 municipal arrondisements, each with its own arrondisement mayor and council. The administrative divisions in French overseas regions are the same as in France Metropolitan. The four overseas regions/departments are divided into 12 arrondisements, which are further subdivided into 153 cantons. These 153 cantons are made up of 212 communes. Overseas regions are governed in the same manner as in Metropolitan, and with the same authority accorded to those elected to power. Over the years, the regional and departmental face of France has altered very little. The lower administrative divisions, however, have merged and separated often over the course of time. For instance, smaller French communes may merge to form an additional canton to facilitate administrative and political purposes, to regroup resources and share common public services. Due to these volatile changes, the French administration is reputed to be one of the most complicated in Europe. Ad
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David Foster: 'Bodyguard' Anthem, 'I Will Always Love You,' Almost Didn't Happen - ABC News ABC News David Foster: 'Bodyguard' Anthem, 'I Will Always Love You,' Almost Didn't Happen By Lauren Effron WATCH Whitney Houston's Mysterious Death 0 Shares Email David Foster, the hit-maker who has won 16 Grammys, three of which with Whitney Houston , revealed the intricate details of how their collaboration on the ballad, "I Will Always Love You," became the epic anthem of Houston's career. In an interview with "Nightline" anchor Cynthia McFadden , the Canadian music producer-songwriter said Houston blew him away when they recorded the song, " I Will Always Love You ," in 1992. Her mother Cissy Houston was listening on the sidelines. David Foster reflects on Whitney Houston's iconic ballad, "I Will Always Love You." Credit: ABC News "It was like 'BOOM,'" Foster said. "I was standing right beside Cissy, and she turned to me, and she said, 'I don't know who you are and why you are here or what you are to me, but you are witnessing greatness right here.' And she was right." "I don't think she just meant that her daughter was great. She meant that this was the pinnacle of what she believed what would be her daughter's success and she was right." "I Will Always Love You," written and performed by Dolly Parton in the '70s, ended up as a late addition to the score while Foster and Houston were working together on the soundtrack for the 1992 blockbuster, "The Bodyguard" -- Houston's first film. PHOTOS: Whitney Houston: Her Iconic Career Foster said actor Kevin Costner, who produced and co-starred in the film, suggested they use "I Will Always Love You" as the signature ballad after the '60s soul hit, "What Becomes of the Broken-Hearted," fell flat with Houston. Foster said at the time he had never heard of "I Will Always Love You," but once he listened to Linda Ronstadt's cover, he said he was "immediately" struck with inspiration. I made a demo ... ran to [Houston's] trailer, because I was so excited. I said, 'Whitney, I've got it, I've got it, I've got it,' and I played it for her. And, of course her face lit up because she knew and I knew that I had got it," Foster said. When they first started going over the song, Foster said Costner suggested she sing it a capella for the movie, which the music producer scoffed at at the time. "I thought using no music at the beginning was a stupid idea," Foster said. "And I hate being wrong, but when you're wrong you got to be wrong big because when you're wrong big, it means you get to be right big too and the song certainly ended up being very right." Foster and Houston's version of "I Will Always Love You" earned the duo three Grammys and was later listed as one of Billboard's "Greatest Songs of All Time." Mere hours after Houston's death on Sunday, the song topped iTunes charts. Foster said he first met Houston at a party thrown for her by famed record producer Clive Davis. She was "glowing," he said, and just 18 at the time. Davis had discovered Houston singing in her mother's nightclub, signed her to Arista Records in 1983 and remained her mentor. "She probably trusted [Davis] more than anyone else in the world, barring her parents," Foster said. "He was there every step of the way even through the good times and the bad times and he never, never, ever, ever, ever gave up on her." While Houston reportedly had a rocky relationship with her other partner in life, ex-husband and R&B singer Bobby Brown, Foster painted a different picture of the couple, at least, as he saw them in the recording studio. "Bobby and Whitney were a team," Foster said. "He was incredibly supportive of her at all times." In more than three decades of producing, Foster has collaborated with other iconic female artists, including Barbara Streisand, Celine Dion, Diana Ross and Natalie Cole, but Houston, he said, was a music "genius" in her own right. Their last collaboration together was on Houston's 2009 single, "I Didn't Know My Own Strength" -- her last hit released before her death . "Celine would give me exactly what
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Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on Oct 27, 2010 Lionel Richie - Three times a lady, live performance in 2007. Three Times a Lady is a single from the Commodores, from their album Natural High (1978). Lionel Brockman Richie (born 6 /20,1949) is an American singer-songwriter and record producer who has sold (solo or as group member) more than 100 million records. The Commodores: As a student in Tuskegee, Richie formed a succession of R&B groups in the mid-1960s. In 1968 he became a singer and saxophonist with the Commodores. They signed a recording contract with Atlantic Records in 1968 for one record before moving on to Motown Records initially as a support act to The Jackson 5. The Commodores then became established as a popular soul group. Their first several albums had a danceable, funky sound, as in such tracks as "Machine Gun" and "Brick House". Over time, Richie wrote and sang more romantic, easy-listening ballads such as "Easy", "Three Times a Lady", "Still", and the tragic breakup ballad "Sail On." By the late 1970s, he had begun to accept songwriting commissions from other artists. He composed "Lady" for Kenny Rogers, which hit #1 in 1980, and produced Rogers's album Share Your Love the following year. Richie and Rogers maintained a strong friendship in later years. Latin jazz composer and salsa romantica pioneer La Palabra enjoyed international success with his cover of "Lady", which was played at Latin dance clubs. Also in 1981, Richie sang the theme song for the film Endless Love, a duet with Diana Ross. Issued as a single, the song topped the UK and U.S. pop music charts, and became one of Motown's biggest hits. Its success encouraged Richie to branch out into a full-fledged solo career in 1982. He was replaced as lead singer for The Commodores by Skyler Jett in 1983. His debut album, Lionel Richie, produced another chart-topping single, "Truly", which continued the style of his ballads with the Commodores. Category
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News | Coronation Street | ITV Coronation Street The Voice UK visits Coronation Street 0:01 - 13 Jan 2017 We invited our new neighbours will.i.am, Jennifer Hudson, Sir Tom Jones and Gavin Rossdale from The Voice UK over for a cheeky hotpot in the Rovers with Beverley Callard! Beverley Callard said: “It was such an honour showing the coaches round the Rovers, my late mum was the biggest Tom Jones fan of all time and my Grandchildren are huge fans of Will. "My mum would have been so thrilled to know he was behind the bar with me and I was a very cool grandma when I took home my photos of me showing Will how to pull a pint," continued Beverley. "Will even said he’d like to film a pop video in our pub!" Jennifer was so glam and gorgeous, Liz would love to have her work behind the bar, – Beverley Callard "Gavin told me he grew up in a pub so he was a natural when it came to how everything worked. And can you imagine Karaoke nights in the Rovers if these guys worked for Liz!” Don't miss The Voice UK, Saturday 8pm on ITV and keep an eye out on Coronation Street's socials over the weekend for more from the Coaches' surprise visit! National Television Awards 15:14 - 3 Jan 2017 The votes are in, the viewers have spoken and Britain’s best-loved programmes and performers are lined up on the shortlist for the 22nd National Television Awards! Coronation Street is nominated in the Serial Drama category, watch the montage above to remind yourself of all the great moments! But that's not Coronation Street's only nomination... Serial Drama Performance Jack P Shepherd has been nominated for his portrayal of David Platt - VOTE NOW Newcomer New kid on the block, Faye Brookes has been nominated for her turn as Kate Connor - VOTE NOW All new votes will be added to those cast in the first round and the results will be revealed, live, at the NTA ceremony on 25th January 2017 on ITV. Heartbreak for Michelle and Steve 0:01 - 31 Dec 2016 Coronation Street is to tackle the difficult subject of late miscarriage when Michelle Connor loses her baby at 23 weeks. Actress Kym Marsh has taken the brave decision to be involved in the storyline just a few years after she lost her son Archie at a similar stage of pregnancy. Kym and producer Kate Oates discussed the storyline early in 2016 and Kym felt, that as it was a subject so close to her heart, she wanted to help raise awareness of the issues surrounding late miscarriage. The programme has worked closely with Stillbirth and Neonatal death charity Sands on the episode which will air on ITV week beginning January 9th 2017. In the coming weeks viewers will see Michelle and Steve struggle to come to terms with the loss of their beloved baby boy Ruairi (pronounced Rory) after she goes into early labour. The heartbreaking scenes explore how the death affects both the mother and father and also the extended family. Kym Marsh said: “I thought long and hard before agreeing to take on the challenge of this storyline. It is obviously a cause very close to my heart having lost my beautiful Archie at 21 weeks and 5 days. I discussed it with my family and friends, all of who were very supportive. “In the end I felt it was an important story to tell in order to raise awareness of something which affects thousands of women every year. “I have had to go to some very dark places in my mind whilst filming these heartbreaking scenes but my family, friends and colleagues have been incredible. Losing a child is something that never leaves you so to revisit those feelings as Michelle has been challenging. “Coronation Street ensured that I had a counsellor on set at all times to go to after filming the scenes but for me the best tonic after a hugely emotional day was to go home to my kids and be reminded of how lucky I am to have them. “I am very proud of what we have done with this storyline and I hope it helps raise awareness and helps people to talk about their own experiences.” Coronation Street producer Kate Oates said: ”The subject of miscarriage will always be sensitive; but telling this story with Simon and Kym at the
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Hollyoaks (TV Series 1995– ) - 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 Hollyoaks takes a look at the lives, loves and careers of a group of teenage friends and their families as they graduate through GCSE's, A-Levels and College into the world of work. Creator: a list of 39 titles created 03 Aug 2012 a list of 23 titles created 29 Sep 2012 a list of 25 titles created 10 Sep 2013 a list of 28 titles created 01 Jan 2014 a list of 26 titles created 18 Sep 2015 Search for " Hollyoaks " on Amazon.com Connect with IMDb Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. 32 wins & 194 nominations. See more awards » Photos The everyday lives of working-class inhabitants of Albert Square, a traditional Victorian square of terrace houses surrounding a park in the East End of London's Walford borough. The square includes the Queen Vic pub and a street market. Stars: Steve McFadden, Adam Woodyatt, June Brown A soap opera set in a fictional village in the Yorkshire Dales. Stars: Lucy Pargeter, Elizabeth Estensen, Mark Charnock Coronation Street (TV Series 1960) Drama | Romance The UK's longest-running TV soap, Coronation Street focuses on the everyday lives of working class people in Manchester, England. Stars: Helen Worth, Simon Gregson, William Roache Jeremy Kyle deals with more dilemmas, fiery confrontations and topical issues all in front of a studio audience. Stars: Jeremy Kyle, Graham Stanier, Georgette Civil The everyday lives of the people frequenting the frenetic Accident and Emergency department of Holby City hospital. Stars: Derek Thompson, Suzanne Packer, Ian Bleasdale Holby City (TV Series 1999) Drama The everyday lives, professional and personal, of the doctors, nurses and patients who find themselves, for various reasons, in the wards of the frenetic cardiac unit of Holby City General Hospital. Stars: Hugh Quarshie, Rosie Marcel, Tina Hobley The Undateables (TV Series 2012) Documentary | Reality-TV Documentary series about disability and dating. Stars: Sally Phillips, Brent Zillwood, Gareth Cooper Drama following the life of the officers and men of the King's Own Fusiliers regiment, during their home lives, training exercises and battles. Stars: Ben Nealon, Robson Green, Jerome Flynn 1 vs. 100 (TV Series 2006) Game-Show One contestant competes against 100 people by answering trivia questions for a chance to win a huge cash prize. Stars: Bob Saget, Dexter Takashi Odani, Richard Rubin University Challenge (TV Series 1962) Game-Show Jeremy Paxman hosts this trivia quiz show where colleges from around the UK compete against each other. Stars: Jeremy Paxman, Roger Tilling, Waldemar Januzczak Uniform officers and detectives from an inner London police station enforce law and order on a day to day basis. Stars: Graham Cole, Trudie Goodwin, Jeff Stewart Hollyoaks Later (TV Series 2008) Comedy | Music | Romance Unseen scenes from Hollyoaks which are high in gore, violence and sex. Which is why they weren't shown in the first place. Stars: Jorgie Porter, Rachel Shenton, Jennifer Metcalfe Edit Storyline Hollyoaks is a British TV soap opera, that takes a mundane look at the lives, loves and careers of a group of teenage friends and their families as they graduate through GCSE's, A-Levels and College into the world of work. first broadcast on 23 October 1995, on the Channel 4 network. Originally devised by Phil Redmond, who also devised shows such as Brookside and Grange Hill, the program is set in and around the fictional Chester suburb of Hollyoaks and is centered around a former 1950s technical college which is now a college of higher education called Hollyoaks Community College (often mistaken for the real-life University of Chester), with the characters and main target audience generally being in their late teens or early twenties. Written
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Biggest tea producing countries in the world - Rediff.com Business Rediff.com » Business » Biggest tea producing countries in the world Biggest tea producing countries in the world Last updated on: March 13, 2012 10:46 IST Biggest tea producing countries in the world Next While almost all Indians drink tea, is India the biggest tea producer in the world? Let's take a look at the biggest tea producing countries in the world and see where India ranks. Click NEXT to see the biggest tea producers.... Image: Let's take a look at the biggest tea producing countries. Photographs: Courtesy, Wikipedia Commons
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Prince of Wales 1 lb. Home > Leaf Speciality Tea > ENGLISH FAVOURITES > Prince of Wales 1 lb. Prince of Wales 1 lb. Brand: Loose Leaf 1/4 lb -2.2 lb Quantity: Country of Origin: Sri Lanka, Taiwan, India Region: Nuwara Eliya, Taiwan, Assam Shipping Port: Colombo, Kaohsiung, Calcutta Grade: Orange Pekoe Gunpowder Altitude: 1500 feet to 7500 feet above sea level Manufacture Type: Orthodox Cup Characteristics: Thick liquor, flavorful with Black Currant accent. Infusion: Bright and golden with reddish tones. Ingredients: Luxury black tea, Luxury green tea, Cornflower and Safflower petals, Natural flavors. Information: This blend of teas is fit for a ‘king-in-waiting’. Element #1: We have used a very rich Indian Assam tea as the dominant component in this blend to honor the role India has played in the British Empire. India throughout the late 1800’s and early 1900’s played an important role in the success of the English and often was the playground of the Royals who would come on cruises or visit the spa’s at Darjeeling. Kings George V, George VI, Edward and Queen Elizabeth all were known to tip a cuppa with the local English gentry and Indian Maharajas. The tea they built their Empire on also helped build a stronger India. Element #2: The tea industry in Sri Lanka - formerly known as Ceylon was started by the British in the mid 1800’s. Tea is now the most important agricultural export product for Sri Lanka and provides jobs for hundreds of thousands on the ‘tear-drop’ shaped island. Viewing tea estates, roads and railways you will see evidence of the British ‘bulldog’ nature - during the 1800’s only the British would have been ‘mad’ enough to push roads through the jungles and steep mountains. Element #3: True to the British national anthem ‘God Save the King’ we added Gunpowder green tea and Lucky Dragon Hyson green tea with their high polyphenol count to try and bring this ideal to the blend. Element #4: The English colonists always tried to keep a little bit of England around them and this is typified by the bungalows and gardens on the tea estates. We have enhanced this blend with a hint of black currants the typical English garden berry - a reminder of home for the ‘expats’. In conclusion, while you are enjoying this wonderful tasting tea you can ‘see’ the current Prince of Wales lifting his teacup from his saucer, taking a sip and exclaiming “Good Show!!” Another afternoon in Sandringham.......... Hot tea brewing method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 3-7 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Add milk and sugar to taste.
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The BBC and Sky refused controversially to broadcast an appeal for where in January 2009?
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BBC refuses airtime to Gaza aid appeal | Media | The Guardian BBC refuses airtime to Gaza aid appeal Thursday 22 January 2009 19.01 EST First published on Thursday 22 January 2009 19.01 EST Close This article is 7 years old The BBC has refused to broadcast a national humanitarian appeal for Gaza , leaving aid agencies with a potential shortfall of millions of pounds in donations. The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC), an umbrella group for 13 aid charities, launched its appeal yesterday saying the devastation in Gaza was "so huge British aid agencies were compelled to act". But the BBC made a rare breach of an agreement dating to 1963, saying it would not give free airtime to the appeal. Other broadcasters followed suit. Previously, broadcasters had agreed on the video and script to be used with the DEC, to be shown after primetime news bulletins. The BBC, which has been criticised in the past over alleged bias in its coverage of the Middle East, said it did not want to risk public confidence in its impartiality. A BBC spokesperson said: "The decision was made because of question marks about the delivery of aid in a volatile situation and also to avoid any risk of compromising public confidence in the BBC's impartiality in the context of [a] news story." The DEC's chief executive, Brendan Gormley, said: "We are totally apolitical ... this appeal is a response to humanitarian principles. The BBC seems to be confusing impartiality with equal airtime." DEC appeals have recently raised £10m for the Congo and £18m for Burma. An ITV spokesman said the broadcasters, after assessing the DEC's needs, had been unable "to reach a consensus necessary for an appeal". Sky said: "By convention, if all broadcasters do not carry the appeal, then none do. The decision was effectively made for us."
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BBC 2 Aborted Launch Night BBC 2 Aborted Launch Night A special welcome if you've found yourself here after doing some Googling as a result of tonight's (17th April) The One Show piece about the disasterous BBC TWO launch night. Yes, that was me showing Giles Brenreth the original tape! We filmed that segment of the piece at the BBC's new archive centre in West London. When BBC2 launched on April 20th 1964, widespread power failure in Central London prevented the channel from broadcasting its intended schedule from BBC Television Centre, which was affected by the power cut. Instead, the channel launched with a short news bulletin, read by reporter Gerald Priestland, from the BBC's news studios in Alexandra Palace, followed by an evening of instrumental music from contemporary west end musicals and "BBC 2 WILL START SHORTLY" captions occasionally interrupted by "MAJOR POWER FALIURE" captions accompanied by apologetic announcements explaining why people weren't able to watch Cole Porter's Kiss Me Kate or fireworks from Southend Pier. Even this short broadcast was dogged with technical difficulties - the first two and a half minutes were broadcast in complete silence, with Priestland completely unaware we couldn't hear him. BBC 2's first scheduled programme was in fact Playschool, broadcasting the following morning. A second "launch" programme, which featured the now famous scene of presenter Denis Tuohy blowing out a candle in the darkened studio was shown as part of the news bulletin later in the evening, which is just as well as it's now folklore that someone had forgotten to put hands on the studio clock for the intended first night! Since all the recording equipment at BBC Television Centre were out of action, the only recordings of the aborted launch programme were believed to be amateur audio recordings made by enthusiasts in their homes. No video was believed to exist since video recorders were very rare in 1964, well out of the price range of a household (then, about �100,000). Until now. Early in February 2003, an engineer was sorting out tapes in BBC Research & Development's modest tape archive at Kingswood Warren in Surrey when he came across a 2 inch Quad spool tape with associated paperwork reading "Opening of BBC 2" dated 20th April 1964. The archive itself comprises mainly of experimental HDTV recordings but it seems the 2 inch spool had been kept as an example of obsolete technology after an extensive clear out in the mid '90s. Since the only Quad tape machines that now exist in the BBC in London are based in the main archive at Windmill Road, it was several days before it was indeed confirmed that the tapes did contain the original news bulletin in its entirety. The tape was made on Kingswood Warren's own Quad recorder on the evening of launch, off-air from Crystal Palace, and the recording was in very good condition - almost as good as the day it was recorded! What's most remarkable about the tape is that back in 1964 (only 7 years after the first high-band video recorder had been invented), tapes were very expensive and were routinely bulk erased and re-used (I'm told that this spool would have costed around �100 in 1964!). The fact that this tape survived provides what's believed to be the earliest surviving recording off-air of a 625 line broadcast in the UK and probably the world. The original spool alongside a conventional VHS tape for scale comparison A detail of the label on the spool The recording gives a remarkable insight into what news broadcasts were like in the mid 1960s. Today, the production gallery communicates with the news reader using talk-back through an ear piece worn by the presenter, with the news usually being read off auto-cue. In this recording, the news reader reads from cards on his desk, with a single card for each news item. Twice, breaking news items were brought in from a teletype by one of the men sitting behind him, and on more than one occasion, Priestland is interrupted by phone calls from the production gallery. The first phone call, like the broadcast had a tec
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Magellan’s expedition circumnavigates globe - Sep 06, 1522 - HISTORY.com Magellan’s expedition circumnavigates globe Share this: Magellan’s expedition circumnavigates globe Author Magellan’s expedition circumnavigates globe URL Publisher A+E Networks One of Ferdinand Magellan’s five ships–the Vittoria–arrives at SanlÚcar de Barrameda in Spain, thus completing the first circumnavigation of the world. The Vittoria was commanded by Basque navigator Juan SebastiÁn de Elcano, who took charge of the vessel after the murder of Magellan in the Philippines in April 1521. During a long, hard journey home, the people on the ship suffered from starvation, scurvy, and harassment by Portuguese ships. Only Elcano, 17 other Europeans, and four Indians survived to reach Spain in September 1522. On September 20, 1519, Magellan set sail from Spain in an effort to find a western sea route to the rich Spice Islands of Indonesia. In command of five ships and 270 men, Magellan sailed to West Africa and then to Brazil, where he searched the South American coast for a strait that would take him to the Pacific. He searched the RÍo de la Plata, a large estuary south of Brazil, for a way through; failing, he continued south along the coast of Patagonia. At the end of March 1520, the expedition set up winter quarters at Port St. Julian. On Easter day at midnight, the Spanish captains mutinied against their Portuguese captain, but Magellan crushed the revolt, executing one of the captains and leaving another ashore when his ship left St. Julian in August. On October 21, he finally discovered the strait he had been seeking. The Strait of Magellan, as it became known, is located near the tip of South America, separating Tierra del Fuego and the continental mainland. Only three ships entered the passage; one had been wrecked and another deserted. It took 38 days to navigate the treacherous strait, and when ocean was sighted at the other end Magellan wept with joy. He was the first European explorer to reach the Pacific Ocean from the Atlantic. His fleet accomplished the westward crossing of the ocean in 99 days, crossing waters so strangely calm that the ocean was named “Pacific,” from the Latin word pacificus, meaning “tranquil.” By the end, the men were out of food and chewed the leather parts of their gear to keep themselves alive. On March 6, 1521, the expedition landed at the island of Guam. Ten days later, they dropped anchor at the Philippine island of Cebu–they were only about 400 miles from the Spice Islands. Magellan met with the chief of Cebú, who after converting to Christianity persuaded the Europeans to assist him in conquering a rival tribe on the neighboring island of Mactan. In subsequent fighting on April 27, Magellan was hit by a poisoned arrow and left to die by his retreating comrades. After Magellan’s death, the survivors, in two ships, sailed on to the Moluccas and loaded the hulls with spice. One ship attempted, unsuccessfully, to return across the Pacific. The other ship, the Vittoria, continued west under the command of Juan SebastiÁn de Elcano. The vessel sailed across the Indian Ocean, rounded the Cape of Good Hope, and arrived at the Spanish port of SanlÚcar de Barrameda on September 6, 1522, becoming the first ship to circumnavigate the globe. The Vittoria then sailed up the Guadalquivir River, reaching Seville a few days later. Elcano was later appointed to lead a fleet of seven ships on another voyage to Moluccas on behalf of Emperor Charles V. He died of scurvy en route. Related Videos
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Captain Cook killed in Hawaii - Feb 14, 1779 - HISTORY.com Captain Cook killed in Hawaii Share this: Captain Cook killed in Hawaii Author Captain Cook killed in Hawaii URL Publisher A+E Networks On February 14, 1779, Captain James Cook, the great English explorer and navigator, is murdered by natives of Hawaii during his third visit to the Pacific island group. In 1768, Cook, a surveyor in the Royal Navy, was commissioned a lieutenant in command of the HMS Endeavor and led an expedition that took scientists to Tahiti to chart the course of the planet Venus. In 1771, he returned to England, having explored the coast of New Zealand and Australia and circumnavigated the globe. Beginning in 1772, he commanded a major mission to the South Pacific and during the next three years explored the Antarctic region, charted the New Hebrides, and discovered New Caledonia. In 1776, Cook sailed from England again as commander of the HMS Resolution and Discovery, and in January 1778 he made his first visit to the Hawaiian Islands. He may have been the first European to ever visit the island group, which he named the Sandwich Islands in honor of one of his patrons, John Montague, the Earl of Sandwich. Cook and his crew were welcomed by the Hawaiians, who were fascinated by the Europeans’ ships and their use of iron. Cook provisioned his ships by trading the metal, and his sailors traded iron nails for sex. The ships then made a brief stop at Ni’ihau and headed north to look for the western end of a northwest passage from the North Atlantic to the Pacific. Almost one year later, Cook’s two ships returned to the Hawaiian Islands and found a safe harbor in Hawaii’s Kealakekua Bay. It is suspected that the Hawaiians attached religious significance to the first stay of the Europeans on their islands. In Cook’s second visit, there was no question of this phenomenon. Kealakekua Bay was considered the sacred harbor of Lono, the fertility god of the Hawaiians, and at the time of Cook’s arrival the locals were engaged in a festival dedicated to Lono. Cook and his compatriots were welcomed as gods and for the next month exploited the Hawaiians’ good will. After one of the crewmen died, exposing the Europeans as mere mortals, relations became strained. On February 4, 1779, the British ships sailed from Kealakekua Bay, but rough seas damaged the foremast of the Resolution, and after only a week at sea the expedition was forced to return to Hawaii. The Hawaiians greeted Cook and his men by hurling rocks; they then stole a small cutter vessel from the Discovery. Negotiations with King Kalaniopuu for the return of the cutter collapsed after a lesser Hawaiian chief was shot to death and a mob of Hawaiians descended on Cook’s party. The captain and his men fired on the angry Hawaiians, but they were soon overwhelmed, and only a few managed to escape to the safety of the Resolution. Captain Cook himself was killed by the mob. A few days later, the Englishmen retaliated by firing their cannons and muskets at the shore, killing some 30 Hawaiians. The Resolution and Discovery eventually returned to England. Related Videos
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What is a symbol of food and abundance dating back to the 5th century BC, which is classically depicted as a goat's horn filled with fruits and flowers?
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Cornucopia Cornucopia The cornucopia ( Latin : Cornu Copiae) is a symbol of food and abundance dating back to the 5th century BC, also referred to as horn of plenty, Horn of Amalthea, and harvest cone. In mythology In Greek mythology , Amalthea was a goat who raised Zeus on her breast milk, in a cave, on mount Idi of Crete. Her horn was accidentally broken off by Zeus while playing together. The god Zeus, in remorse, gave her back her horn with supernatural powers, which would give the person in possession whatever he or she wished for. This gave rise to the legend of the cornucopia. The original depictions were of the goat's horn filled with fruits and flowers: deities, especially Fortuna, were depicted with the horn of plenty. The cornucopia was also a symbol for a woman's fertility. The story is said to be a predecessor of the Unicorn and the Holy Grail stories. Alternately, Amalthea may have been a nymph asked to nurse baby Zeus while he was being hidden from Cronus. Since she hid on Mount Aigaion, which means Mountain of the Goat, suppositions follow that she was either a goat nymph or a nymph who tended goats. Therefore, either her horn was broken or her goat's horn was broken while playing with Zeus. In recompense, the God Zeus created the cornucopia. Further evidence for this is that Amalthea is another name for the constellation Capricornus , the goat. Modern depictions In modern depictions, the cornucopia is typically a hollow, horn-shaped wicker basket typically filled with various kinds of festive fruit and vegetables. In North America, the cornucopia has come to be associated with Thanksgiving and the harvest. Cornucopia is also the name of the annual November Wine and Food celebration in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada. Two cornucopias are seen in the flag and state seal of Idaho. There is also one seen in the state seal of North Carolina, the state seal of New Jersey, the coat of arms of Colombia, Panama, Peru and Venezuela, and the Coat of Arms of the State of Victoria, Australia, symbolising prosperity. The horn of plenty is used on jewelery, as it is a symbol of fertility, fortune and abundance. Some evangelical Christians warn against wearing the symbol, or the similar Italian horn symbol of male fertility, saying it is actually demon infested or unlucky, and equating it to the "little horn", a figure described in the Christian Bible sometimes considered to be the Antichrist . (Wikipedia)
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What does each angle of a regular octagon measure in degrees?
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Cool math .com - Polygons - Octagons - properties, interior angles Sum of the Interior Angles of an Octagon: This image shows the process for a HEXAGON: Using the same methods as for hexagons to the right (I'll let you do the pictures)... To find the sum of the interior angles of an octagon, divide it up into triangles... There are six triangles... Because the sum of the angles of each triangle is 180 degrees... We get So, the sum of the interior angles of an octagon is 1080 degrees. Regular Octagons:The properties of regular octagons: All sides are the same length (congruent) and all interior angles are the same size (congruent). To find the measure of the angles, we know that the sum of all the angles is 1080 degrees (from above)... And there are eight angles... So, the measure of the interior angle of a regular octagon is 135 degrees. The measure of the central angles of a regular octagon: To find the measure of the central angle of a regular octagon, make a circle in the middle... A circle is 360 degrees around... Divide that by eight angles... So, the measure of the central angle of a regular octagon is 45 degrees. Popular Topics
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When the Angles of a Triangle Don't Add up to 180 Degrees : nrich.maths.org How do we measure curvature? Find out about curvature on soccer and rugby balls and on surfaces of negative curvature like banana skins. When the Angles of a Triangle Don't Add up to 180 Degrees Stage: 4 and 5 Published May 2002,June 2007,February 2011. 1. Introduction Do the angles of a triangle add up to 180 degrees or $\\pi$ radians? The answer is 'sometimes yes, sometimes no'. Is this an important question? Yes, because it leads to an understanding that there are different geometries based on different axioms or 'rules of the game of geometry'. Is it a meaningful question? Well no, at least not until we have agreed on the meaning of the words 'angle' and 'triangle', not until we know the rules of the game. In this article we briefly discuss the underlying axioms and give a simple proof that the sum of the angles of a triangle on the surface of a unit sphere is not equal to $\\pi$ but to $\\pi$ plus the area of the triangle. We shall use the fact that the area of the surface of a unit sphere is $4\\pi$. 2. The Big Theorem Before we can say what a triangle is we need to agree on what we mean by points and lines. We are working on spherical geometry (literally geometry on the surface of a sphere). In this geometry the space is the surface of the sphere; the points are points on that surface, and the line of shortest distance between two points is the great circle containing the two points. A great circle (like the Equator) cuts the sphere into two equal hemispheres. This geometry has obvious applications to distances between places and air-routes on the Earth. Rotating sphere showing great circle The angle between two great circles at a point P is the Euclidean angle between the directions of the circles (or strictly between the tangents to the circles at P). This presents no difficulty in navigation on the Earth because at any given point we think of the angle between two directions as if the Earth were flat at that point. A lune is a part of the surface of the sphere bounded by two great circles which meet at antipodal points. We first consider the area of a lune and then introduce another great circle that splits the lune into triangles. Rotating sphere showing 4 lunes Lemma. The area of a lune on a circle of unit radius is twice its angle, that is if the angle of the lune is A then its area is 2A. Two great circles intersecting at antipodal points P and P' divide the sphere into 4 lunes. The area of the surface of a unit sphere is $4\\pi$. The areas of the lunes are proportional to their angles at P so the area of a lune with angle A is ${\\frac{A}{2\\pi}\\times {4\\pi}= {2A}}$ Exercise 1. What are the areas of the other 3 lunes? Do your 4 areas add up to $4\\pi$? Check your answers here . The sides of a triangle ABC are segments of three great circles which actually cut the surface of the sphere into eight spherical triangles. Between the two great circles through the point A there are four angles. We label the angle inside triangle ABC as angle A, and similarly the other angles of triangle ABC as angle B and angle C. Rotating sphere showing 8 triangles Exercise 2 Rotating the sphere can you name the eight triangles and say whether any of them have the same area? Check your answers here . Theorem. Consider a spherical triangle ABC on the unit sphere with angles A, B and C. Then the area of triangle ABC is A + B + C - $\\pi$. The diagram shows a view looking down on the hemisphere which has the line through AC as its boundary. The regions marked Area 1 and Area 3 are lunes with angles A and C respectively. Consider the lunes through B and B'. Triangle ABC is congruent to triangle A'B'C' so the bow-tie shaped shaded area, marked Area 2, which is the sum of the areas of the triangles ABC and A'BC', is equal to the area of the lune with angle B, that is equal to 2B. . So in the diagram we see the areas of three lunes and, using the lemma, these are: Area 1 = 2A Area 2 = 2B Area 3 = 2C In adding up these three areas we include the area of the triangle AB
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Eighth Cricket World Cup 2003 - ICC World Cup 2003 Results - 8th ODI World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe & Kenya 6th Match, Group A - United Arab Emirates v Afghanistan at Abu Dhabi Afghanistan won by 5 wickets (with 7 balls remaining) South Africa, Zimbabwe & Kenya hosted the eighth (8th) ICC Cricket World Cup, in 2003. The ODI tournament was won by Australia. Eighth Cricket World Cup 2003 The eighth edition of ODI World Cup was played in three countries, comprising of South Africa, Zimbabwe and Kenya, from February 9 to March 24, 2003. It saw the number of participating teams increase to 14, comprising of Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, Kenya, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, West Indies, and Zimbabwe, along with the ICC Trophy Qualifiers - Canada, Namibia, and the Netherlands. A total of 54 matches were played in the tournament (the most in World Cup history so far), following the same format that was introduced in 1999. The 8th ICC Cricket World Cup saw the teams being divided into two groups, each with seven teams. The top three teams of each group, i.e. Australia, India, Kenya, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and Zimbabwe, competed with each other in the 'Super-6' stage. Out of these, Australia, Sri Lanka, India and Kenya qualified for the semi-finals. The final was played between Australia and India, with the former defeating the latter by 48 runs. Ricky Ponting was named "Man of the Match" in the final; while Sachin Tendulkar was awarded 'Player of the Series' (he also scored the maximum runs � 673). Chaminda Vaas took the maximum number of wickets (23) in the series. 2003 ICC World Cup statistics Administrator - International Cricket Council Attendance - 626,845 (11,608 per match) Most runs - Sachin Tendulkar (673) Most wickets - Chaminda Vaas (23) Player of the series - Sachin Tendulkar (India) Results Summary Group A Zimbabwe v Namibia at Harare, Feb 10, 2003, Zimbabwe won by 86 runs (D/L method) (Zim 340/2; Nam 104/5) Australia v Pakistan at Johannesburg, Feb 11, 2003, Australia won by 82 runs (Aus 310/8; Pak 228) India v Netherlands at Paarl, Feb 12, 2003, India won by 68 runs (Ind 204; NL 136) Zimbabwe v England at Harare, Feb 13, 2003, Zimbabwe won by a walkover without a ball bowled Australia v India at Centurion, Feb 15, 2003 Australia won by 9 wickets, (Ind 125; Aus 128/1) England v Netherlands at East London, Feb 16, 2003, England won by 6 wickets (NL 142/9; Eng 144/4) Namibia v Pakistan at Kimberley, Feb 16, 2003, Pakistan won by 171 runs (Pak 255/9; Nam 84) England v Namibia at Port Elizabeth, Feb 19, 2003, England won by 55 runs (Eng 272; Nam 217/9) Zimbabwe v India at Harare, Feb 19, 2003, India won by 83 runs (Ind 255/7; Zim 172) Australia v Netherlands at Potchefstroom, Feb 20, 2003, Australia won by 75 runs (D/L Method) (Aus 170/2; NL 122) England v Pakistan at Cape Town, Feb 22, 2003, England won by 112 runs (Eng 246/8; Pak 134) India v Namibia at Pietermaritzburg, Feb 23, 2003, India won by 181 runs (Ind 311/2; Nam 130) Zimbabwe v Australia at Bulawayo, Feb 24, 2003, Australia won by 7 wickets (Zim 246/9; Aus 248/3) Netherlands v Pakistan at Paarl, Feb 25, 2003, Pakistan won by 97 runs (Pak 253/9; NL 156) England v India at Durban, Feb 26, 2003, India won by 82 runs (Ind 250/9; Eng 168) Australia v Namibia at Potchefstroom, Feb 27, 2003, Australia won by 256 runs (Aus 301/6; Nam 45) Zimbabwe v Netherlands at Bulawayo, Feb 28, 2003, Zimbabwe won by 99 runs (Zim 301/8; NL 202/9) India v Pakistan at Centurion, Mar 1, 2003, India won by 6 wickets (Pak 273/7; Ind 276/4) Australia v England at Port Elizabeth, Mar 2, 2003, Australia won by 2 wickets (Eng 204/8; Aus 208/8) Namibia v Netherlands at Bloemfontein, Mar 3, 2003, Netherlands won by 64 runs (NL 314/4; Nam 250) Zimbabwe v Pakistan at Bulawayo, Mar 4, 2003, No result (Pak 73/3) Group B South Africa v West Indies at Cape Town, Feb 9, 2003, West Indies won by 3 runs (WI 278/5; SA 275/9) New Zealand v Sri Lanka at Bloemfontein, Feb 10, 2003, Sri Lanka won by 47 runs (SL 272/7; NZ 225) Bangladesh v Canada at Durban, Feb 11, 2003, Can
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ARTS / Show People: It takes one of the lads to find the sit in the com: Arthur Smith | The Independent ARTS / Show People: It takes one of the lads to find the sit in the com: Arthur Smith Saturday 26 June 1993 23:02 BST Click to follow The Independent Culture WHERE WERE you on the night England lost to West Germany in the semi-finals of the last World Cup? Like the day of JFK's assassination, it's an event seared into the consciousness of a nation. It also forms the skeleton of An Evening with Gary Lineker, Arthur Smith and Chris England's broad comedy about male bonding and San Miguel lager, which received an Olivier Award nomination for Best Comedy last year, and recently returned to the West End. For all his success as a playwright, Smith is best known as a stand-up comic. His quick wit and likeable brand of laddish humour make him the perfect chat-show guest; acting as a late replacement on a recent Clive Anderson Talks Back, he scored immediately with his analysis of the England cricket team: 'brilliant on paper, crap on grass'. It's this ability to be amusing to order that is the secret of his success. He has turned laconicism into an art form, listing his recreations in Debrett's People of Today as 'smoking' and 'sleeping'. No graduate of the Politically Correct School of Comedy, he is facetious, fatuous and, most important of all, funny. A regular guest on Radio 4's Loose Ends, he has also hosted Paramount City, BBC1's comedy showcase, and is much in demand as a compere - a job he likes because 'you can get away with a bit of charm and not much material'. He claims to write one joke a year, but makes sure it's one 'I know is going to get a laugh, like 'whatever happened to white dogshit?'.' Smith is more than a mere Rent-a-Wit, however. As with many of the best comics, he offers substance behind the silliness. 'It can't just be funny; it has to resonate in other areas,' he asserts. Sure, his humour includes enough jokes about farting and vomiting to fill several issues of Viz. And the similarities with the Carry On films extend beyond his looking like a tall, unwrinkled version of Sid James. But, at the same time, he casually drops into the conversation his fluency in French (he fancies doing some stand-up in Paris), his love of cricket (he brought a pocket television along to our interview so he could keep abreast of the Test score) and his familiarity with Arthur Cravan, the Dadaist poet-cum-boxer who was Oscar Wilde's nephew. The comedian reckons that Sod, the play he is taking to Edinburgh this year about a man who buries himself in his back garden, 'smacks of Beckett'. Not bad for one who started his professional life as a dustman and roadsweeper for Greenwich Council. Now 38, Smith first realised he had a talent for 'showing off' when, as an eight-year-old, he re-wrote Peter Pan - with himself as Captain Hook. After writing his first play as a student at the University of East Anglia, his tutor, one Malcolm Bradbury, advised him to 'stick to comedy'. So he did, appearing in the National Revue Company at Edinburgh and, in 1983, forming the double act Fiasco Job Job with Phil Nice. After his spell of municipal employment, Smith led a double life worthy of Superman. By day, he was a mild-mannered teacher of foreign language students; by night, a fearless comedy gladiator in the unforgiving 'open mike' arenas. When he started using his increasingly frequent TV appearances as set texts for his pupils, he knew it was time to give up the day-job. Over the years, Smith has built up a reputation as 'Mr Edinburgh'. His successes at the Festival have included The Live Bed Show, Trench Kiss (both starring Caroline Quentin) and Arthur Smith Sings Andy Williams - 'What would be the title of the show that you'd least like to see? It was either that or Arthur Smith Sings Kenneth McKellar.' And his 4am comic tours of the city - fuelled by booze and banter - have become a cult phenomenon, attracting hundreds of post-pub revellers. As well as Sod, Smith is this year producing The Edinburgh Rock Show - a free-form 'event' on
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Sackbut | Define Sackbut at Dictionary.com sackbut a medieval form of the trombone. 2. Bible. an ancient stringed musical instrument. Dan. 3. Origin of sackbut Middle French 1495-1505 1495-1505; < Middle French saquebute, earlier saqueboute, saquebot(t)e orig., a kind of hooked lance, apparently with saque (it) pulls (see saccade ); identity of 2nd element uncertain Dictionary.com Unabridged Examples from the Web for sackbut Expand Certain Personal Matters H. G. Wells British Dictionary definitions for sackbut Expand a medieval form of trombone Word Origin C16: from French saqueboute, from Old French saquer to pull + bouter to push; see butt³: used in the Bible (Daniel 3) as a mistranslation of Aramaic sabb'ka stringed instrument 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 sackbut Expand n. medieval wind instrument, c.1500, from French saquebute, a bass trumpet with a slide like a trombone; presumably identical with Old North French saqueboute (14c.), "a lance with an iron hook for pulling down mounted men," said to be from Old North French saquier "to pull, draw" + bouter "to thrust," from Germanic *buton (see butt (v.)). Originally in English with many variant spellings, including sagbutt, shakbott, shagbush. In Dan. iii:5, used wrongly to translate Aramaic sabbekha, name of a stringed instrument (translated correctly in Septuagint as sambuke, and in Vulgate as sambuca, both names of stringed instruments, and probably ultimately cognate with the Aramaic word). The error began with Coverdale (1535), who evidently thought it was a wind instrument and rendered it with shawm ; the Geneva translators, evidently following Coverdale, chose sackbut because it sounded like the original Aramaic word, and this was followed in KJV and Revised versions. Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper sackbut in the Bible Expand (Chald. sabkha; Gr. sambuke), a Syrian stringed instrument resembling a harp (Dan. 3:5, 7, 10, 15); not the modern sackbut, which is a wind instrument. Easton's 1897 Bible Dictionary
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Billiard Billiard Billiard History Inset from School of Recreation, 1710. "We perceive from the engraving of the Billiards of the seventtenth [sic] century, that the game was altogether different from what it is now." [1] All cue sports are generally regarded to have evolved into indoor games from outdoor stick-and-ball lawn games [2] , and as such to be related to croquet and golf , and more distantly to the stickless bocce and bowling . The word "billiard" may have evolved from the French word billart, meaning "mace", an implement similar to a golf club , which was the forerunner to the modern cue. The term "cue sports" can be used to encompass the ancestral mace games, and even the modern cueless variants, such as finger pool , for historical reasons. Accordingly, in addition to the three general subdivisions listed earlier, a now rare obstacle category was prevalent in early times. The obstacle games (see illustration to the right, featuring a croquet-like variant), appear to have been the earliest,[ citation needed ] and include the obsolete bagatelle and pin pool among many other variations, some with elaborate structures (likely inspirational of miniature golf ), and yet others on a sloped table (the ancestors of pinball), up to the relatively recent bumper pool (popular in the 1970s in home game rooms ). The object of obstacle games varies from avoiding obstructions and traps, to hitting or passing through or into them on purpose to score, to using them strategically to score in some other way, such as by rebounding off them to reach a hole in the table or trapping opponents' balls.[ citation needed ] The early croquet-like games eventually led to the development of the carom or carambole billiards category – what most non-US and non-UK speakers mean by the word "billiards". These games, which once completely dominated the cue sports world but have declined markedly in most areas over the last few generations, are games played with three or sometimes four balls, on a table without holes (or obstructions in most cases, five-pins being an exception), in which the goal is generally to strike one object (target) ball with a cue ball , then have the cue ball rebound off of one or more of the cushions and strike a second ball. Variations include three-cushion, straight rail, balkline variants, cushion caroms , Italian five-pins, and four-ball , among others. Over time, a type of obstacle returned, originally as a hazard and later as a target, in the form of pockets , or holes partly cut into the table bed and partly into the cushions, leading to the rise of pocket billiards , especially "pool" games, popular around the world in forms such as eight-ball, nine-ball, straight pool and one-pocket amongst numerous others. The terms "pool" and "pocket billiards" are now virtually interchangeable, especially in the US. English billiards (what UK speakers almost invariably mean by the word "billiards") is a hybrid carom/pocket game, and as such is likely fairly close to the ancestral original pocket billiards outgrowth from 18th to early 19th century carom games. As a sport At least the games with regulated international professional competition have been referred to as "sports" or "sporting" events, not simply "games", since 1893 at the latest. [3] Quite a variety of particular games (i.e. sets of rules and equipment) are the subject of present-day competition, including many of those already mentioned, with competition being especially broad in nine-ball, snooker, three-cushion and eight-ball. Snooker, though technically a pocket billiards variant and closely related in its equipment and origin to the game of English billiards, is a professional sport organized at the international level, and its rules bear little resemblance to those of pool games. A "Billiards" category encompassing pool, snooker and carom was featured in the 2005 World Games , held in Duisburg , Germany , and the 2006 Asian Games also saw the introduction of a "Cue sports" category . Efforts have also been underway for many years to have cue sports become
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Celebrities who died too young - NBC Montana Celebrities who died too young Posted: Jul 20, 2016 02:47 AM MDT Updated: Oct 04, 2016 01:00 PM MDT Celebrities who died too young By National General Pictures (eBay front back) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons Actor Bruce Lee died from an allergic reaction to a painkiller on July 20, 1973, at age 32. He is considered the greatest icon of martial arts cinema, and is known for his roles in "Enter the Dragon" and "Fists of Fury," among others. Raised in Hong Kong, Lee came to America at age 18 and made a career teaching martial arts before he became an actor. Larry Busacca/Getty Images Scott Weiland, whose career as the lead singer of the Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver was overshadowed by his unending battle with drug addiction, died at age 48 on Dec. 3, 2015, while on tour with his latest band, The Wildabouts. Weiland was found dead on his tour bus in Bloomington, Minnesota, with his cause of death later announced as an accidental drug overdose. Michael Buckner/Getty Images for Bing Former A Tribe Called Quest rapper Phife Dawg died of complications from diabetes at age 45 on March 22, 2016. Ernesto Ruscio/Getty Images Paul Walker, who shot to fame as star of the high-octane street racing franchise "Fast & Furious," died in a fiery car crash in Southern California on Nov. 30, 2013. The 40-year-old actor was in the passenger seat of a 2005 Porsche Carrera GT driven by racing team partner Roger Rodus, who also died in the crash, that slammed into a light pole and burst into flames in an office park in the community of Valencia in Santa Clarita, about 30 miles north of Hollywood. Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images For The BFI Oscar-winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead in his Manhattan apartment on Feb. 2, 2014, of a drug overdose. Authorities said Hoffman, 46, was found on the bathroom floor and that heroin and prescription medications were also discovered at the scene. The New York City medical examiner's office later ruled Hoffman's death an accident caused by "acute mixed drug intoxication, including heroin, cocaine, benzodiazepines and amphetamine." Hoffman won an Academy Award for Best Actor for the 2005 biopic "Capote" and also earned Oscar nominations for his roles in "Charlie Wilson's War," "Doubt" and "The Master." He also starred in movies such as "Twister," "Boogie Nights," "The Big Lebowski," "Almost Famous," "Mission: Impossible III," "Moneyball" and "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire." Peter Kramer/Getty Images Actor Heath Ledger, best known for his films "The Dark Knight" and "Brokeback Mountain," died from an accidental prescription drug overdose on Jan. 22, 2008, at age 28. The Australia-born actor earned a posthumous Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of The Joker in "The Dark Knight." Isaac Brekken/Getty Images "Glee" star Cory Monteith was found dead in a Vancouver hotel room at the age of 31 on July 13, 2013. Three days later the British Columbia Coroners Service announced his death was caused by "a mixed drug toxicity, involving heroin and alcohol." Monteith had a history of drug use, telling Parade magazine in 2011 that he used "anything and everything, as much as possible." He entered rehab at age 19, but it took a family ultimatum after stealing money from a relative to convince him to get clean. He entered rehab again in April 2013, about three months before his death. Brunswick Records via Wikimedia Commons Rock 'n' Roll pioneer Buddy Holly died at the age of 22 on Feb. 3, 1959, in a plane crash near Clear Lake, Iowa. His successful career lasted less than two years and produced such hits as "That'll Be the Day," "Peggy Sue," "Everyday," "Maybe Baby" and "It's So Easy." That same plane crash also claimed the lives of Ritchie Valens, 17, and J.P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson, 28. Valens had a recording career that lasted all of eight months, scoring several hits, including "La Bamba," and Richardson was a former disc jockey best known for his 1958 hit "Chantilly Lace." Decca Records via Wikimedia Commons Thurs
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Blind Faith - Born Under a Bad Sign Blind Faith 1968 - 1969 Blind Faith - Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker, Steve Winwood and Rick Grech - the second 'super-group' to be born after the break up of Cream. Blind Faith released their only album, Blind Faith, in August 1969. Born Under a Bad Sign Mojo Magasine - by Johnny Black IN THE EVENING COOL OF JUNE 6, 1969 , almost 7,000 people made their way to Hyde Park. where they slept under stars to be sure of the best places in the natural amphitheatre of The Cockpit for the public wetting of a baby’s head. The next morning dawned bright, and by lunchtime the weather was perfect for the 100,000 curious attendees of the christening. The baby had been born a shade prematurely but to proud parents. They’d named it Blind Faith. Mr Eric Clapton and Mr Steve Winwood had simply wanted to make something good together and their union had seemed a match made in heaven. The young couple, both recently divorced, got along famously, respected each other’s talents and, best of all, each supplied what the other had lacked in his previous relationship. Steve had the voice and keyboard talents while Eric had the guitar side pretty well taped. It should have been The Golden Child but, instead, it was Rosemary’s Baby. CLAPTON AND WINWOOD HAD KNOCKED AROUND together for years. While Clapton was still God, playing with John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, he frequently turned out to jam with Winwood during The Spencer Davis Group’s Thursday night residency at London’s Marquee Club in 1966. The pair would also get together whenever possible at blues festivals and even appeared on record as Powerhouse, a short—lived studio—only combo which had contributed several tracks to What's Shakin', a blues-boom cash-in compilation. The possibility of working together in a full-time band, however, seemed remote. Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, The Yardbirds and Cream kept Clapton busy and, after the demise of The Spencer Davis Group, Winwood was more than fully occupied with Traffic. By the middle of 1968, however, neither man was happy with his lot. “In Cream , there was a constant battle between Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce,” explained Clapton later. “They loved each other’s playing, but they couldn’t stand the sight of each other. I was the mediator and I was getting tired of that.” And, when Clapton conveyed these feelings to the band’s manager, Robert Stigwood,the response was comforting. If Cream split, Stigwood assured him, Clapton was the one he would stick by. Even so, Clapton was not yet ready to quit. Cream had one foot in the grave but he felt the band might yet return to rude health if only Steve Winwood could he brought in on keyboards. “I’d heard the tapes of Music From Big Pink by The Band and I thought, this is what I want to play not extended solos and maestro bullshit but just good funky songs.” Clapton reasoned that Winwood’s presence might stabilise the group by adding an element of song composition and a shift of emphasis towards vocals, rather than the endless instrumental improvisation which Clapton now found so tiresome. But before Clapton could approach Winwood, the final nail was knocked into Cream’s coffin. “Rolling Stone called me ‘the master of the cliché’ which just about knocked me cold. At that point, I decided to leave Cream.” Destroying a hand because of the opinion of a single journalist might seem drastic, but Ginger Baker confirms that Rolling Stone was Clapton’s bible. "As soon as he got it, he would read it from cover to cover. From the day he saw that review he wanted to be in the background. He didn’t want to be the focus of attention any more.” By the time Cream played its farewell concerts at the Royal Albert Hall on November25 and 26, 1968, Clapton and Winwood had begun their first tentative steps towards working together. Although still a member of Traffic, Winwood spent that Christmas with Clapton at his home, Hurtwood Edge, where they jammed long into the night. “When I left Traffic in January, I knew I was going to work with Eric,” says Winwood.
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What Is the Difference Between Lamb and Mutton Updated January 18, 2017. Question: Lamb vs Mutton: What is the Difference Between Lamb and Mutton? Answer: Both are domestic sheep, but have distinct differences, mainly in age. As you may know, the age of an animal can affect how tender their meat is and the flavor. Lamb is a sheep that is typically under one year of age. There is little fat on lamb and the meat can vary in color from a tender pink to a pale red. Lamb under 3 months of age is called Spring lamb. Most sheep meat sold in the U.S. comes from lambs simply because mutton isn't as popular. Mutton is meat from a sheep that is older than a year, ideally 3 years of age. It is an intense red color and contains a considerable amount of fat. Its flavor is very strong and many have to "acquire" the taste before enjoying mutton. Mutton is much more popular in the Middle East and in Europe than in the United States. The game meat flavor of mutton does tend to appeal more to people who also enjoy other game meats such as deer, wild boar, rabbit and other more exotic animals. Because Americans prefer the more delicate taste of lamb, it is more expensive than mutton but also much easier to find in regular markets. Common cuts in the US are shoulder roast, rack, loin chops and leg of lamb. It's also important to note that domestic lamb tends to be grain fed, contain more fat and a more delicate flavor. Imported (typically Australian or New Zealand) lamb tends to be grass fed, be leaner and have a stronger flavor. According to the American Lamb Association , the three most common cooking methods for lamb are grilling, braising and roasting. Grilling (or barbecuing) over hot coals is great for burgers and lamb chops. They recommend dry brining and salting the meat about 40 minutes before cooking to help break down the proteins. Braising is where meat is first browned in fat and then cooked slowly in a covered pan with a small amount of liquid. This can be done on the stove top or in the oven and this method is great for tougher cuts such as the shoulder. The dry heat of oven roasting is best for more tender pieces like the rack or the leg. The meat is cooked uncovered and produces a brown outside and moist interior. Because mutton is tougher, a slow cooking method like stew helps to tenderize the meat and bring out the flavor.
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from lamb to hogget to mutton - lifestyleblock discussion forums - LSB from lamb to hogget to mutton from lamb to hogget to mutton dylan.j.p Thank you received: 0 09 May 2006 22:43 #5029 by dylan.j.p can anyone give me an approximate timeline for these different ages & what a good liveweight would be for each oneso it would be worth filling my freezer.much appreciated[:I][ ] Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation. Jack 09 May 2006 23:00 #97661 by Jack Gidday Welcome to this place Dylan. I think this depends a bit on where in the country you are. Some places they say a lamb turns into a hogget in the autumn and some when the next years lambs are born. I have even heard it said that when the lambs are shorn they become hoggets because hogget wool is that which the lamb curl has been previously shorn off, and I have seen the shearing time to vary by up to 9 months. But mutton is normally when the get their first two teeth up. The two tooth is in my opinion by far the best meat for your freezer too. Now if that hasn't confused you, the chances are that I am about to be contradicted too. Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation. Ronney 09 May 2006 23:18 #97662 by Ronney Hi Dylan and welcome to the site. Not going to contradict you Jack;) Traditionally, last years lamb becomes a hogget when the first lamb of this year is born. The works will still accept them as lambs regardless of their actual age if they still have their baby teeth so it can all get a bit confusing. For your purposes, at a year old it is a hogget, at two years old it is a two tooth and counted as mutton. Like Jack, I prefer an older sheep for flavour. I wouldn't have a clue about weights. I've never weighed them, if they look good, into the freezer they go. Cheers, Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation. Kilmoon Thank you received: 14 10 May 2006 09:29 #97679 by Kilmoon Got to agree with Jack and Ronney about the ages and as to when you want to put them in the freezer... ...well we prefer the stronger meat flavour (lamb meat is really insipid), so the older the better. As for when exactly they go in the freezer, we work on the following: - All whethers in their second spring/summer, after they have fattened up so to speak (ie born spring and taken through to the next spring/summer) - Any ewes that have for some reason not got in lamb (these could be any age and records are a must here, we had one that had never produced over 4 years. It wasn't until we checked the records that we noted that and fixed it...but she was a very nice size for the freezer ) - Older ewes that are being replaced with younger 2tooths. Be harsh here, just because they have a personality and follow you around, and that you have given them a name and they come when called doesn't mean that they skip the date with the freezer. In fact its always nice to know who your eating...so when asked what we are having for dinner I usually respond with: Roast of Juju, Chop alla BlackBum, Curry alla Tatty and so forth. Very embarrassing with one woman who asked for the receipe for Roast of Juju! So its entirely up to you. Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation. Dura Thank you received: 0 10 May 2006 14:39 #97718 by Dura Yes, I agree with Jack and Ronney about the Lamb and hoggart ages. But I don't eat sheep - I'm a beef girl. But looking at my notes from my animal care course (which included ruminants) - these ages stated above are correct. My notes do show some "recommended" weights though - if they are any help.... it says 20-25kg at weaning, 35kg in Autumn and 40kg in spring and 55kg at mating which is your 2-tooth. Leigh-Anne Bowman Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation. Will 10 May 2006 21:46 #97789 by Will A lamb is up to 6 months. A hogget is the second six months. A two tooth is at one year, as that is when the two teeth appear. A four tooth is two year. A six tooth is three year. Eight teeth is four year, or full mouth, and after that it is full and failing. Please Log in or Crea
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The Browning Version The Browning Version Terence Rattigan (1911-1977) Terence Rattigan stood on the steps of the Royal Court Theatre, on 8 May 1956, after the opening night of John Osborne's Look Back in Anger. Asked by a reporter what he thought of the play, he replied, with an uncharacteristic lack of discretion, that it should have been retitled 'Look how unlike Terence Rattigan I'm being.' And he was right. The great shifts in British theatre, marked by Osborne's famous première, ushered in kinds of playwriting which were specifically unlike Rattigan's work. The pre-eminence of playwriting as a formal craft, the subtle tracing of the emotional lives of the middle classes – those techniques which Rattigan so perfected – fell dramatically out of favour, creating a veil of prejudice through which his work even now struggles to be seen. Terence Mervyn Rattigan was born on 10 June 1911, a wet Saturday a few days before George V's coronation. His father, Frank, was in the diplomatic corps and Terry's parents were often posted abroad, leaving him to be raised by his paternal grand – mother. Frank Rattigan was a geographically and emotionally distant man, who pursued a string of little-disguised affairs through out his marriage. Rattigan would later draw on these memories when he created Mark St Neots, the bourgeois Casanova of Who is Sylvia? Rattigan was much closer to his mother, Vera Rattigan, and they remained close friends until her death in 1971. Rattigan's parents were not great theatregoers, but Frank Rattigan's brother had married a Gaiety Girl, causing a minor family uproar, and an apocryphal story suggests that the 'indulgent aunt' reported as taking the young Rattigan to the theatre may have been this scandalous relation. And when, in the summer of 1922, his family went to stay in the country cottage of the drama critic Hubert Griffiths, Rattigan avidly worked through his extensive library of playscripts. Terry went to Harrow in 1925, and there maintained both his somewhat illicit theatregoing habit and his insatiable reading, reputedly devouring every play in the school library. Apart from contemporary authors like Galsworthy, Shaw and Barrie, he also read the plays of Chekhov, a writer whose crucial influence he often acknowledged. His early attempts at writing, while giving little sign of his later sophistication, do indicate his ability to absorb and reproduce his own theatrical experiences. There was a ten-minute melodrama about the Borgias entitled The Parchment, on the cover of whichthe author recommends with admirable conviction that a suitable cast for this work might comprise 'Godfrey Tearle, Gladys Cooper, Marie Tempest, Matheson Lang, Isobel Elsom, Henry Ainley … [and] Noël Coward'. At Harrow, when one of his teachers demanded a French playlet for a composition exercise, Rattigan, undaunted by his linguistic shortcomings, produced a full-throated tragedy of deception, passion and revenge which included the immortal curtain line: 'COMTESSE. (Souffrant terriblement.) Non! non! non! Ah non! Mon Dieu, non!' His teacher's now famous response was 'French execrable: theatre sense first class'. A year later, aged fifteen, he wrote The Pure in Heart, a rather more substantial play showing a family being pulled apart by a son's crime and the father's desire to maintain his reputation. Rattigan's ambitions were plainly indicated on the title pages, each of which announced the author to be 'the famous playwrite and author T. M. Rattigan.' Frank Rattigan was less than keen on having a 'playwrite' for a son and was greatly relieved when in 1930, paving the way for a life as a diplomat, Rattigan gained a scholarship to read History at Trinity, Oxford. But Rattigan's interests were entirely elsewhere. A burgeoning political conscience that had led him to oppose the compulsory Officer Training Corps parades at Harrow saw him voice pacifist and socialist arguments at college, even supporting the controversial Oxford Union motion 'This House will in no circumstances fight for its King and Country' in February 1933. The
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Shakespeare's Plays Shakespeare's Plays Before the publication of the First Folio in 1623, nineteen of the thirty-seven plays in Shakespeare's canon had appeared in quarto format. With the exception of Othello (1622), all of the quartos were published prior to the date of Shakespeare's retirement from the theatre in about 1611. It is unlikely that Shakespeare was involved directly with the printing of any of his plays, although it should be noted that two of his poems, Venus and Adonis and The Rape of Lucrece were almost certainly printed under his direct supervision. Here you will find the complete text of Shakespeare's plays, based primarily on the First Folio, and a variety of helpful resources, including extensive explanatory notes, character analysis, source information, and articles and book excerpts on a wide range of topics unique to each drama. Tragedies The story of Mark Antony, Roman military leader and triumvir, who is madly in love with Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt. Earliest known text: First Folio (1623). Coriolanus (1607-1608) The last of Shakespeare's great political tragedies, chronicling the life of the mighty warrior Caius Marcius Coriolanus. Earliest known text: First Folio (1623). Hamlet (1600-1601) Since its first recorded production, Hamlet has engrossed playgoers, thrilled readers, and challenged actors more so than any other play in the Western canon. No other single work of fiction has produced more commonly used expressions . Earliest known text: Quarto (1603). Although there were earlier Elizabethan plays on the subject of Julius Caesar and his turbulent rule, Shakespeare's penetrating study of political life in ancient Rome is the only version to recount the demise of Brutus and the other conspirators. Earliest known text: First Folio (1623). The story of King Lear, an aging monarch who decides to divide his kingdom amongst his three daughters, according to which one recites the best declaration of love. Earliest known text: Quarto (1608). Macbeth (1605-1606) Macbeth is one of Shakespeare's most stimulating and popular dramas. Renaissance records of Shakespeare's plays in performance are scarce, but a detailed account of an original production of Macbeth has survived, thanks to Dr. Simon Forman . Earliest known text: First Folio (1623). Othello (1604-1605) Othello, a valiant Moorish general in the service of Venice, falls prey to the devious schemes of his false friend, Iago. Earliest known text: Quarto (1622). Celebrated for the radiance of its lyric poetry, Romeo and Juliet was tremendously popular from its first performance. The sweet whispers shared by young Tudor lovers throughout the realm were often referred to as "naught but pure Romeo and Juliet." Earliest known text: Quarto (1597). Written late in Shakespeare's career, Timon of Athens is criticized as an underdeveloped tragedy, likely co-written by George Wilkins or Cyril Tourneur. Read the play and see if you agree. Earliest known text: First Folio (1623). Titus Andronicus (1593-1594) A sordid tale of revenge and political turmoil, overflowing with bloodshed and unthinkable brutality. The play was not printed with Shakespeare credited as author during his lifetime, and critics are divided between whether it is the product of another dramatist or simply Shakespeare's first attempt at the genre. Earliest known text: Quarto (1594). Histories One of Shakespeare's most popular plays, featuring the opportunistic miscreant, Sir John Falstaff. Earliest known text: Quarto (1598). This is the third play in the second tetralogy of history plays, along with Richard II, Henry IV, Part 1, and Henry V. Earliest known text: Quarto (1600). Henry V is the last in the second tetralogy sequence. King Henry is considered Shakespeare's ideal monarch. Earliest known text: Quarto (1600). The first in Shakespeare's trilogy about the War of the Roses between the houses of Lancaster and York. Earliest known text: First Folio (1623). Part two of Shakespeare's chronicle play. Based on Hall's work, the play contains some historical inaccuracies. Earli
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The Meanings Behind 20 Chemical Element Names | Mental Floss The Meanings Behind 20 Chemical Element Names filed under: chemistry , language Like us on Facebook On December 30, 2015, the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry announced the discovery of four new chemical elements—numbers 113, 115, 117, and 118—the first new elements added to the periodic table since 2011 . For the time being, they have the fairly clunky Latin and Greek numerical names ununtium (Uut), ununpentium (Uup), ununseptium (Uus), and ununoctium (Uuo), but, by IUPAC rules, their discovers now get the chance to officially name them. Online, there’s growing support to name one of these new “heavy metal” elements lemmium in honor of Motörhead frontman Lemmy (who died two days before they were announced), and another octarine after the fictional “color of magic” in the late Sir Terry Pratchett’s Discworld novels (Pratchett died in March 2015). Whether these two petitions will come to fruition remains to be seen—the final names are not likely to be announced until later in the spring—but as IUPAC rules demand all new elements be named after either a mythological concept or character, a mineral, a place, a property of the element itself, or a scientist [ PDF ], it seems unlikely we’ll be seeing lemmium on the walls of chemistry classes any time soon. The stories behind 20 other chemical element names are explained here. 1. LITHIUM (3) Despite being the least dense metal, lithium takes its name from the Greek word for “stone,” lithos, because it was discovered in a rock (as opposed to the other alkali metals potassium and sodium, which were discovered in plants and animals). 2. CARBON (6) The name carbon comes from the Latin word carbo, meaning “coal” or “charcoal.” A small carbo, incidentally, was a carbunculus, which is the origin of carbuncle. 3. NEON (10) Neon takes its name from neos, the Greek word for “new” (it was “newly” discovered in 1898). 4. PHOSPHORUS (15) Phosphorus literally means “light-bearer” or “light-bringing,” as the first compound of the element glowed in the dark. A century before it became the name of element 15 in the late 1600s, Phosphorus was an alternative name for the planet Venus, whose appearance in the sky was once believed to strengthen the light and heat of the Sun. 5. VANADIUM (23) One of the transition metals, pure vanadium is a harsh steel-grey color, but four of its oxidation states produce a rainbow of solutions, colored purple, green, blue, and yellow . Because he was so impressed with how beautiful and varied these solutions were, the Swedish chemist Nils Sefström chose to name vanadium after Vanadís, an alternate name for the Norse goddess of beauty, Freya. Vanadium’s next door neighbor, chromium (24), also produces a variety of colored compounds and so takes its name from the Greek word for “color,” chroma. 6. COBALT (27) Cobalt is often naturally found alongside or in minerals combined with arsenic, and when smelted, cobalt ore can emit noxious arsenic-laden fumes. Long before the poisonous qualities of minerals like these could be explained by science, copper miners in central Europe had no better explanation than to presume these toxic effects were supernatural, and were caused by devious underground goblins called kobolds who lived inside the rock—and it's from the German word kobold that cobalt gets its name. 7. COPPER (29) The chemical symbol for copper is Cu, which derives from the metal’s Latin name, cuprum. In turn, cuprum is descended from Kyprios, the Ancient Greek name for the island of Cyprus, which was well known in antiquity for its production of copper. Some other chemical elements named after places include germanium (32), americium (95), berkelium (97), californium (98), and darmstadtium (110), while the elements ruthenium (44), holmium (67), lutetium (71), hafnium (72), and polonium (84) take their names from the Latin names for Russia (Ruthenia), Stockholm (Holmia), Paris (Lutetia), Copenhagen (Hafnia), and Poland (Polonia). 8. GALLIUM (31) A brittle, silvery-colored metal with
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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. POLITICS ROUND ONE - SINCE YOU’VE BEEN GONE – News stories of the summer 1. Which actor, born Bernard Schwartz in 1925, died in September 2010? TONY CURTIS 2. In June, Princess Victoria married her former personal trainer Daniel Westling. Of which country is she a princess? SWEDEN 3. Which 74 year-old singing Dame received poor reviews when she appeared on a UK stage for the first time in 30 years at the London O2 in May? JULIE ANDREWS 4. What name was given to the tent city that was set up at the top of the San Jose pit shaft in Chile, where 33 miners were trapped? CAMP ESPERANZA (original Spanish name) or CAMP HOPE 5. Goodluck Jonathan became President of which country in May? NIGERIA 6. The Savile Enquiry finally delivered its findings on which event of 38 years ago? BLOODY SUNDAY (January 1972 in Derry) 7. Why was Mary Bale in the news in August? She was filmed on CCTV putting a CAT into a WHEELIE BIN in Coventry. 8. Which major New Zealand city was hit by an earthquake measuring 7.0 on the Richter scale? CHRISTCHURCH Supp 1 Which company, with its head-quarters in Windermere, was declared the UK’s best retailer by Which? Magazine? LAKELAND Supp 2 Why was Terry Jones of Gainesville, Florida in the news in September? He planned to BURN copies of the KORAN outside his church. ROUND TWO – SCIENCE 1. Which scientist was born in Shrewsbury in 1809 and died at Down House in Kent in 1882? CHARLES DARWIN 2. Which acid was traditionally known as Oil Of Vitriol or Spirit Of Vitriol? SULPHURIC ACID 3. Which heavenly body has moons called Charon, Nix and Hydra? PLUTO 4. William was in prison in 1770, when he invented the toothbrush. What was his surname, still famous in that field today? ADDIS 5. Besides the elephant, which other African mammal is a source of ivory? HIPPOPOTAMUS 6. An amalgam is a compound containing which metal? MERCURY 7. What name is given to a triangle with sides of unequal length? SCALENE 8. What does a Campbell-Stokes Recorder Record? SUNSHINE (not temperature) Supp 1 Scientist William Harvey (born 1578) is famous for his research into what? THE BLOOD (circulation etc.) Supp 2 What is the more common name for triatomic oxygen? OZONE ROUND THREE – SPORT 1. Tony McCoy finally won his first Grand National in 2010 on his 15th ride in the race. Which horse did he ride? DON’T PUSH IT 2. Name either of the 2008 Ryder Cup captains. PAUL AZINGER or NICK FALDO 3. Which sport would you be taking part in if you used a monkey climber, waggler and a plumb? ANGLING / COARSE FISHING 4. Which county won the 2010 County Cricket Championship? NOTTINGHAMSHIRE 5. Which team won the 2010 Rugby League Challenge Cup? WARRINGTON WOLVES ( bt. Leeds Rhinos 30-6 in the final). Accept WARRINGTON. 6. Where will the final race in the 2010 Formula One Series be held? YAS MARINA circuit in ABU DHABI (accept either) 7. According to Wikipedia, which English football ground has the widest pitch and boasts the tallest floodlights? EASTLANDS (home of Manchester City) 8. Which football club holds the record for the fewest wins in a season in the Premier League? DERBY COUNTY – in 2007/8, their record was Played 38, Won 1, Drawn 8, Lost 29. Supp 1 How many times did Alex Higgins win the World Snooker Championship? TWO Supp 2 Which Rugby Union club has made their Premiership debut in the 2010/11 season? EXETER (Chiefs) ROUND FOUR – GEOGRAPHY 1. Which Irish port was known as Kingstown from 1821, after a visit by George IV, until 1921? DUN LAOGHAIRE (pronounced DUNLEARY) 2. Between 1947 and gaining independence in 1971, by what name was the present-day country of Bangladesh known? EAST PAKISTAN 3. Name an African country that, in its normal English spelling, contains the letter Q. MOZAMBIQUE or EQUATORIAL GUINEA. 4. The islands of Hokkaido a
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Who was made Archbishop of Canterbury under Henry VIII, introduced 2 prayer books under Edward VI, and was executed for heresy under Mary I?
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Archbishop of Canterbury | Belfast Child Henry VIII Tudor Rose The Tudor dynasty or House of Tudor was a royal house of Welsh and English origin, [1] descended in the male line from the Tudors of Penmynydd . Tudor monarchs ruled the Kingdom of England and its realms, including their ancestral Wales and the Lordship of Ireland (later the Kingdom of Ireland ) from 1485 until 1603. The first monarch, Henry VII , descended through his mother from a legitimised branch of the English royal House of Lancaster . The Tudor family rose to power in the wake of the Wars of the Roses , which left the House of Lancaster, to which the Tudors were aligned, extinct. ———————————————————————————– Inside The Court Of Henry VIII – Documentary 2015 ———————————————————————————– Welsh , English Henry Tudor was able to establish himself as a candidate not only for traditional Lancastrian supporters, but also for the discontented supporters of their rival House of York , and he rose to capture the throne in battle, becoming Henry VII . His victory was reinforced by his marriage to Elizabeth of York , symbolically uniting the former warring factions under a new dynasty . The Tudors extended their power beyond modern England , achieving the full union of England and the Principality of Wales in 1542 ( Laws in Wales Acts 1535–1542 ), and successfully asserting English authority over the Kingdom of Ireland . They also maintained the nominal English claim to the Kingdom of France ; although none of them made substance of it, Henry VIII fought wars with France trying to reclaim that title. After him, his daughter Mary I lost control of all territory in France permanently with the fall of Calais in 1558. ———————————————————– The Wars of The Roses: A Bloody Crown ———————————————————– In total, five Tudor monarchs ruled their domains for just over a century. Henry VIII of England was the only male-line male heir of Henry VII to live to the age of maturity. Issues around the royal succession (including marriage and the succession rights of women) became major political themes during the Tudor era. The House of Stuart came to power in 1603 when the Tudor line failed, as Elizabeth I died without issue Ascent to the throne The Tudors are descended on Henry VII’s mother’s side from John Beaufort, 1st Earl of Somerset , one of the illegitimate children of the 14th century English Prince John of Gaunt, 1st Duke of Lancaster (the third surviving son of Edward III of England ) by Gaunt’s long-term mistress Katherine Swynford . The descendants of an illegitimate child of English Royalty would normally have no claim on the throne, but the situation was complicated when Gaunt and Swynford eventually married in 1399, when John Beaufort was 25. The church retroactively declared the Beauforts legitimate by way of a papal bull the same year, confirmed by an Act of Parliament in 1397. A subsequent proclamation by John of Gaunt’s legitimate son, Henry IV of England , also recognised the Beauforts’ legitimacy, but declared them ineligible ever to inherit the throne. Nevertheless, the Beauforts remained closely allied with Gaunt’s legitimate descendants from his first marriage, the House of Lancaster . On 1 November 1455, John Beaufort’s granddaughter, Margaret Beaufort, Countess of Richmond and Derby , married Henry VI of England ‘s half-brother Edmund Tudor, 1st Earl of Richmond . It was his father, Owen Tudor ( Welsh : Owain ap Maredudd ap Tewdur ap Goronwy ap Tewdur ap Goronwy ap Ednyfed Fychan), who abandoned the Welsh patronymic naming practice and adopted a fixed surname. When he did, he did not choose, as was generally the custom, his father’s name, Maredudd, but chose his grandfather’s instead. Tewdur or Tudor is derived from the words tud “territory” and rhi “king”. [2] Owen Tudor was one of the body guards for Queen Dowager Catherine of Valois , whose husband, Henry V of England , had died in 1422. Evidence suggests that the two were secretly married in 1429. The two sons born of the marriage, Edmund and Jasper, were among the most loyal supporters of the House o
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Thomas Cranmer | archbishop of Canterbury | Britannica.com archbishop of Canterbury John Foxe Thomas Cranmer, (born July 2, 1489, Aslacton, Nottinghamshire , England —died March 21, 1556, Oxford ), the first Protestant archbishop of Canterbury (1533–56), adviser to the English kings Henry VIII and Edward VI . As archbishop , he put the English Bible in parish churches, drew up the Book of Common Prayer , and composed a litany that remains in use today. Denounced by the Catholic queen Mary I for promoting Protestantism , he was convicted of heresy and burned at the stake. Thomas Cranmer, detail of an oil painting by Gerlach Flicke, 1545; in the National Portrait … Courtesy of the National Portrait Gallery, London Early life Cranmer was the second son of Thomas Cranmer and Agnes (née Hatfield). His father seems to have belonged to the lowest rank of the gentry; at any rate, he had only enough property to endow his eldest son, John, so that Thomas and his younger brother were destined for the church. After experiencing the teaching of a “marvellous severe and cruel schoolmaster,” whose ministrations Cranmer later maintained instilled in him a permanent uncertainty and pliability, the boy went on to Cambridge in 1503. In 1510 or 1511 he was elected to a fellowship at Jesus College but was soon compelled to vacate because he married a relative of the landlady of the Dolphin Inn. During this time he earned his living by teaching at Buckingham (later Magdalene) College, leaving his wife to lodge at the Dolphin; out of this arrangement grew a later story that he had started out in life as a hostler. His wife died in childbirth soon after their marriage, however, and Jesus College restored Cranmer to his fellowship. He now entered the church and threw himself into his studies, becoming one of the outstanding theologians of his time, a man of immense, though not very original, learning. From about 1520 he belonged to a group of scholars who met regularly to discuss the theological problems raised by Martin Luther ’s revolt; known to be inclined to the new way of thinking, they were dubbed “Little Germany.” Among the group that was to lead the English Reformation were William Tyndale , Robert Barnes , Thomas Bilney , and, above all, Cranmer, who by 1525 included among his prayers one for the abolition of papal power in England. Entry into royal service Cranmer’s ambitions for reform would have remained academic had it not been for the political events into which he was soon drawn, however contrary they were to his upbringing and tastes. From 1527 onward, Henry VIII pursued his desire to be freed from his first wife, Catherine of Aragon , in order to marry Anne Boleyn , and in 1529 the grips of the “divorce” controversy seized also upon Cranmer. In August a plague known as the sweating sickness swept the country and was especially severe in Cambridge. To escape the sickness, Cranmer left the town with two of his pupils—brothers who were related to him through their mother—and went to their father’s house at Waltham in Essex. The king was visiting in the immediate neighbourhood at the time, and two of his chief councillors, Stephen Gardiner and Edward Fox, met Cranmer in those lodgings soon afterward. Not surprisingly, they were led to discuss the king’s meditated divorce. Britannica Stories Scientists Ponder Menopause in Killer Whales Henry, who was willing to secure the help of any likely head and hand, however obscure, summoned Cranmer for an interview and commanded him to lay aside all other pursuits in order to devote himself to the question of the divorce. Cranmer accepted a commission to write a propaganda treatise in the king’s interest, stating the course he proposed and defending it by arguments from Scripture, the Fathers, and the decrees of general councils. He was commended to the hospitality of Anne Boleyn’s father, the earl of Wiltshire, in whose house at Durham Place he resided for some time; was appointed archdeacon of Taunton; became one of the king’s chaplains; and also held a parochial benefice, the name of which
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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 Stratocaster is a model of which guitar maker? Fender Which piano-playing singer's first hit was The Fat Man? Fats Domino Which American rock'n'roll star caused controversy when he married a young teenager? Jerry Lee Lewis Who made the highly rated 1959 jazz album Kind of Blue? Miles Davis Which iconic British female singer made the highly regarded album titled '(her first name) in Memphis' ? Dusty Springfield Whose band was the All Stars? Junior Walker (Jr Walker) Larry Adler played what instrument? Harmonica Whose childhood hit was Fingertips? Stevie Wonder Which guitar innovator and player has a range of Gibson Guitars named after him? Les Paul The founding brother members of the Kinks were Ray and Dave what? Davies What was Smokey Robinson's most famous band called? The Miracles Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen's 1962 hit was called March of the ... what? Siamese Children Who sang the hit theme song Rawhide? Frankie Laine John Mayall's band which helped launch Eric Clapton's career was called what? Bluesbreakers Rock Around the Clock was a hit for Bill Haley and his ... what? Comets Which comedy actor had a novelty hit with My Boomerang Won't Come Back? Charlie Drake Who sang with Serge Gainsbourg on the hit Je t'aime? Jane Birkin Colin Blunstone fronted which 1960s group? The Zombies What Eastenders star sang on the novelty hit Come Outside? Wendy Richard Jiles Perry (JP) Richardson Jr, who died in the same plane crash as Ritchie Valens and Buddy Holly was better known by what name?Big Bopper Which later-to-be-famous solo singer and guitarist toured as a member of the Beach Boys in the mid 60s? Glen Campbell Who had sang the hit song Little Old Wine Drinker Me? Dean Martin What famous 'two-fingered' jazz guitarist died in 1953? Django Reinhardt (Jean-Baptiste Reinhardt) What song, released to promote the film The Millionairess, featured its stars Peter Sellers and Sophia Loren? Goodness Gracious Me Who managed the Beatles' prior to his early death in 1967? Brian Epstein Whose nickname was a derived from the term satchel-mouth? Louis Armstrong (Satchmo) What's the name of the motorbiker who dies in the Shangri-Las' hit The Leader of the Pack? Jimmy Which singing-songwriting founder of the Flying Burrito Brothers died age 26, after which his body was 'stolen' by a friend and burnt in the Joshua Tree National Park? Gram Parsons Which American singer and entertainer was nicknamed Schnozzola, because of his large nose? Jimmy Durante Who wrote and had a hit with the instrumental Classical Gas? Mason Williams Who wrote Patsy Cline's hit Crazy? Willie Nelson What city hosted the Beatles as the resident band at the Kaiserkeller and Top Ten Club? Hamburg The Isley Brothers' hit was called Behind a ... what? Painted Smile 1950-60s record turntables commonly offered four speeds: 33, 45, 78, and what other? 16 (technically the speeds were 33⅓ and 16⅔ but record decks tended to show only the whole numbers) American DJ Robert Weston Smith was better known by what stage name? Wolfman Jack What ridiculously titled song was a hit in 1954 for Max Bygraves in the UK and the Four Lads in the USA? Gilly Gilly Ossenfeffer Katzenellen Bogen by the Sea Who had the 1965 instrumental hit Spanish Flea? Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass What was Emile Ford and the Checkmates' 1959 hit, supposedly the longest ever question in a UK No1 song title? What Do You Want to Make Those Eyes at Me For? Who singer-guitarist's backing band was The Bruvvers? Joe Brown Which Rolling Stones guitarist died in a swimming pool in 1969? Bri
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Edwin Budding invented a tool in 1827 in Thrupp, just outside Stroud in Gloucestershire in the UK which in one of its current forms is used throughout gardens, parks, and sports grounds worldwide. What was it?
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General Knowledge #4 - StudyBlue Good to have you back! If you've signed in to StudyBlue with Facebook in the past, please do that again. General Knowledge #4 Which European capital has a skyline dominated by St Stephen�s cathedral? Vienna Shogi is a Japanese form of which boardgame? Chess Which astronomer discovered the planet Uranus? Herschel, What type of vessel to explore ocean depths was invented in 1947 by Auguste Piccard? Bathyscaphe On the Fahrenheit scale, what temperature is boiling point? 212 degrees, In which US state is the city of Pittsburgh? Pennsylvania, What does someone suffering from dysphagia have difficulty in doing? Swallowing On what date do the French celebrate Bastille Day? 14-Jul Which instrument derives its name from the fact that it can be played soft or loud according to the pressure on the keys? Pianoforte How many players are there in a lacrosse team? 12 Which German tennis player won five successive Grand Slam tournaments in the 1980s? Steffi Graf What is meant by the musical term �andante�? At a moderate tempo Which patron saint of the British Isles does not have his cross on the union flag? David In which ocean does the country of Vanuatu lie? Pacific Which French novelist wrote Madame Bovary? Gustave Flaubert Advertisement Under Genoese control from the 14th century, which Mediterranean island was sold to France in 1768? Corsica In May 1999, who succeeded Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel�s prime minister? Ehud Barak How many dozens are there in a gross? Twelve Carmine is a vivid shade of which colour? Red Which word for the act of killing someone painlessly, especially to relieve suffering, is derived from the Greek for �easy death�? Euthanasia What sort of films are sometimes referred to �horse operas�? Westerns, Which German physicist laid down the principles of quantum theory? Max Planck Which famous sportsman was presented with a gold medal during the 1996 Olympics, to replace the one he threw away in the 1960s? Muhummad Ali Which saint�s day falls on 17 March? Patrick, What is the longest river in France? Loire, In a bullfight, what is a mounted man with a lance called? Picador. What was the first name of the composer Mussorgsky? Modest The Kara Sea is an arm of which ocean? Arctic Who wrote the 1978 novel The Sea, the Sea? Iris Murdoch Which famous UK fashion designer married Andreas Kronthaler in 1992? Vivienne Westwood, Which husband and wife shared the 1903 Nobel Prize for Physics with Henri Becquerel? Pierre and Marie Curie Who wrote Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm? Kate Wiggin In which sport is the James Norris Memorial Trophy awarded? Ice hockey In which European country is the summer and ski resort of Zell am See Austria Who is the patron saint of music? St Cecilia What name is given to the Japanese art of flower arranging Ikebana Of which country did Jean-B�del Bokassa proclaim himself emperor in 1977? Central African Republic Name the walled city in Canada that has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Quebec City What name is given to the fruits of plants of the genus Ficus? Figs Which body of water in Scotland does the Kincardine Bridge span Firth of Forth Which British author wrote The Thirty-Nine Steps? John Buchan In which African country is the resort of Sharm El Sheikh? Egypt, Which Frenchman made the first flight across the English Channel in 1909? Louis Bleriot In which part of the body would you find the organ of Corti? The ear, In which New Mexico city was the atomic bomb developed in the Manhattan Project? Los Alamos Which famous English landscape artist�s works include The Vale of Dedham? John Constable Which novelist wrote The Young Caesar and The Aerodrome? Rex Warner Which Brazilian racing driver was killed at Imola in 1994? Ayrton Senna If something is �clavate� what shape is it? Club-shaped. Which Norwegian painter�s works include The Scream? Edvard Munch Which of the gifts brought by the Magi is also known as olibanum? Frankincense Who was the goddess of youth and spring in Greek mythology? Hebe Which Austrian composer wrote the oratorios The Creation and
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Quickly - definition of quickly by The Free Dictionary Quickly - definition of quickly by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/quickly (kwĭk) adj. quick·er, quick·est 1. Moving or functioning rapidly and energetically; speedy: an animal that is quick enough to escape most predators. 2. Learning, thinking, or understanding with speed and dexterity; bright: a quick mind. 3. a. Perceiving or responding with speed and sensitivity; keen: quick reflexes. b. Reacting immediately and sharply: a quick temper. 4. a. Occurring, achieved, or acquired in a relatively brief period of time: a quick rise through the ranks; a quick profit. b. Done or occurring immediately: a quick inspection. See Synonyms at fast 1. 5. Tending to react hastily: quick to find fault. 6. Archaic n. 1. Sensitive or raw exposed flesh, as under the fingernails. 2. The most personal and sensitive aspect of the emotions: The remark cut her to the quick. 3. The living: the quick and the dead. 4. The vital core; the essence: got to the quick of the matter. adv. quicker, quickest Quickly; promptly. [Middle English, alive, lively, quick, from Old English cwicu, alive; see gwei- in the Appendix of Indo-European roots.] quick′ly adv. with speed; rapidly; very soon. [before 1000] slow , slowly , tardily , easy - without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly'); "he spoke slowly"; "go easy here--the road is slippery"; "glaciers move tardily"; "please go slow so I can see the sights" 2. quickly adverb 4. briefly , hastily , hurriedly , superficially , fleetingly , in haste , perfunctorily , briskly , desultorily , cursorily I quickly looked at her papers while she was out of the room. quickly I'm working as quickly as I can → estoy trabajando lo más rápido or lo mas rápidamente que puedo, no puedo trabajar más deprisa he talks too quickly for me to understand → habla demasiado deprisa y no le entiendo 2. (= with minimal delay) [arrive, answer, react] → en seguida , con prontitud (more frm) come as quickly as you can → ven cuanto antes 3. (= not lengthily) [embrace, smile] → rápidamente he glanced quickly at the note → echó un vistazo rápido a la nota quickly (= soon) → vite She quickly realized she was wrong → Elle s'est vite rendu compte qu'elle avait tort . She wants to get the whole thing over with as quickly as possible → Elle veut en finir le plus vite or rapidement possible . to react quickly to sth → réagir rapidement à qch quickly adv → schnell ; as quickly as I can → so schnell (wie) ich kann quickly "certainly not" she said quickly → " certo che" no disse velocemente we must act quickly → dobbiamo agire tempestivamente quick (kwik) adjective 1. done, said, finished etc in a short time. a quick trip into town. vinnig سَريع бърз rápido chvatný, rychlý schnell hurtig γρήγορος , σύντομος rápido lühi-, kiir- سریع؛ تند pikainen rapide מהיר तेज brz gyors cepat snöggur, örstuttur, skyndi- veloce , rapido すばやい 단시간의 greitas, skubus ātrs; īss (laikā) cepat vlug rask , kjapp , hurtig szybki چټك، ګړندى: تيارسۍ: بيړګندى، په بيړه: حساس: ژر توليدوونكى rápido rapid быстрый; короткий chvatný, rýchly hiter brz snabb, hastig รวดเร็ว çabuk 快的，短暫的 швидкий مختصر وقت میں کیا یا کہا گیا mau chóng 快的 2. moving, or able to move, with speed. He's a very quick walker; I made a grab at the dog, but it was too quick for me. vinnig سَريع الحَرَكَه пъргав rápido rychlý schnell hurtig ταχύς , σβέλτος rápido kiire فرز nopea rapide מהיר , זריז फुर्तीला brz eleven, élénk, gyors cepat snöggur, snar veloce 速い 움직임이 빠른 greitas, vikrus ātrs; veikls cepat snel rask , fort , snar prędki چټك rápido rapid, iute скорый rýchly hiter brz snabb, rask, kvick ที่ว่องไว hızlı 快速的 прудкий تیز رفتار سے چلنا nhanh 快速的 3. doing something, able to do something, or done, without delay; prompt; lively. He is always quick to help; a quick answer; He's very quick at arithmetic. vinnig سَريع، ذَكي، حاد الذِّهْن схватлив rápido pohotový schnell hurtig; rap γρήγορος , άμεσος , εύστροφος rápido nobe سریع välitön rapide מהיר तेज brz, ažuran gyors cepat snöggur til veloce , pronto すばやい 신속한 greit
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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 American university is known by the abbreviation "M.I.T."? Massachusetts Institute of Technology What American fashion icon enjoys the sweet smell of success with his Double Black cologne? Ralph Lauren Whon won the Oscar for Best Actor in "The Godfather" in 1972? Marlon Brando Which traditional French dish consists of eggplant, garlic, peppers, tomatoes, zucchini and onions? Ratatouille Which is the largest city in New Zealand? Auckland In 1960, which Asian country saw a woman elected as head of the government for the first time: Ceylon, Malaya or India? Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) What is the word for illnesses in which physical symptoms are traced back to mental causes? Psychosomatic How many people take part in a tete-a-tete? Two Who, in 1841, wrote about "The Murders in the Rue Morgue"? Edgar Allen Poe Who sang the title song to the James Bond film "Goldfinger"? Shirley Bassey Which species of deer is the most common across the world? Elk (moose) Who was elected President of Poland in 1990? Lech Walesa Which planet is also known as the "evening star"? Venus In a battle of the "hot-heads," who did Jimmy Connors defeat in 1982 in the Wimbledon tennis finals? John McEnroe Which videotape format prevailed in the face of competition from Betamax and Video2000? VHS Which President proclaimed Thanksgiving Day a national holiday? Abraham Lincoln Who was the murder victim at the center of the plot in TV's "Twin Peaks"? Laura Palmer Renaissance architecture emerged from which country? Italy How many people can be seen in da Vinci's painting of "The Last Supper"? Thirteen Which drink did pharmacist John S. Pemberton invent in 1886? Coca Cola Which term, used in sociology denotes the adaption of a minority to the culture and lifestyle of the majority? Assimilation What do the letters of the American fashion label "DKNY" stand for? Donna Karan New York Who played the role of Baron von Trapp in 1965's "The Sound of Music"? Christopher Plummer Which nation brought chocolate to Europe from rainforests of Mexico and Central America? Spain In which country is the Gibson Desert? Australia What was the code name for Allied Invasion of Normandy on D-Day? Operation Overlord What substance gives blood its red color? Hemoglobin Which science deals with the origin, history and meaning of words? Etymology Which generation did Douglas Coupland portray in his 1991 novel? Generation X Which duo sang "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling" in 1965? The Righteous Brothers Which bird has the largest wing span? The (wandering) albatross Bill Clinton was governor of which U.S. state before becoming president? Arkansas How is the number 1,500 written in Roman numerals? MD In swimming, how many strokes are there in an Individual Medley? Four Which country launched MIR space station in 1986? Soviet Union How many points does the Jewish Star of David have? Six In which city did the TV series "Frasier" take place? Seattle What is a column or monument made of a single block of stone? Monolith Which male entertainment group, originally Los Angeles, is known for its striptease routine? The Chippendales Which copmany was co-founded in 1975 by Paul Allen? Microsoft What is celebrated on the 8th of March throughout the world? International Women's Day Causing fistfights in toy stores in the 1980s, which must have dolls came with their own adoption papers? Cabbage Patch Kids Who won the 2000 Oscar for Best Actor in "American Beauty"? Kevin Spacey Which exclusive dish meaning "fat liver" in French is prepared from duck or goose liver? Foie Gras Which ocean lies between Africa, Asia, Australia and the Antarctic? Indian Ocean Which Italian explorer gave his name to America? Amerigo Vespucci Who has, on average, more hair on their head: blondes, brunettes, or red
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Glossary of Hat Terms Glossary of Hat Terms Hat & Head size A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Search Tip: First click anywhere on the page below this line. If using I.E. Explorer go to, Edit Find (on This Page) Abacca: (Musa textilis) A plant grown in the Philippines that produces the fiber used in the production of sisal and sinamay. Abraham Lincoln: Abraham Lincoln�s hat was a silk stovepipe (top hat) which was made for him by George Hall of Springfield, Illinois. He wore it because of the President�s lack of interest in his appearance! Ammana: Large wound turban worn by Muslim's. Bandeau : A headband of material, structured or unstructured. Baseball cap: Cloth cap with brim. Originally worn by baseball players ,now worn as a general leisure hat. Beaver: A expensive felt hat made from felted beaver fur. Bearskin: A large furry high crowned hat, which is part of a uniform worn by the Coldstream Guards Beret: Cap made from felt, felted jersey or fabric with soft, wide, circular crown. Best stuff: 19th century term for rabbit fur, including the backs and the best parts of the sides mixed together. Bicorne: Hat of the late 18th and early 19th century: wide brims were folded up to form two points. Biretta: Square cap worn by clergy the crown has three or four projections. Block: A wooden form used as a mould to shape, by hand a brim or crown. Blocking: Is the term used to describe the action of molding a hat shape. Boater: Flat-topped hat with small flat brim. traditionally, made of stiffened straw braid. Bonnet: Women's or girl's head-dress, with deep brim and ribbons to tie under the chin. Bonnet rouge: Red cap worn during the French Revolution as a symbol of liberty. Bowler: Oval hat with round, rigid crown and a small, shaped, curved brim. Also known as a derby, because the style was made popular by the Earl of Derby in 19th century England. Breton: Women's hat with domed crown and brim turned-up all around. Bridal veil: White or ivory veil worn during wedding ceremony. Brim: Projecting edge of a hat. Buckram: Stiff netting used to make hats. May be blocked or sewn. Once used by milliners to make blocks for limited use. Bumping: Term used for the process of final felting of a hood, further compressing and felting of hoods done in a bumping machine. Calotte : A close-fitting skull cap as worn by the Roman Catholic Clergy. Canadian Mountie's Stetson: Official head-dress of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Canotier: Boater (French). Cap: A hat with a small brim at the front. Capeline: Roughly shaped crown and brim of felt or straw, to be blocked into hat shape. Carroting: Preliminary treatment of wool or fur with acids, to curl the hairs. Produces a reddish-yellow colour which is the origin of the name. Catherinette: French term for milliners. Named after St Catherine the patron saint of milliners. The 27th of November is St Catherine's Day. Caul: Historical term for a a net or close-fitting indoor head-dress, or the plain back part of the same. Cavalier hat: A wide-brimmed, plumed hat worn by cavaliers in the 17th century: the right side of the brim was pinned up to the crown so that the wearer's sword arm could move freely above the shoulder. Chef's hat White, starched bonnet with tall crown . French tradition states that a chef�s hat should have 100 pleats to represent the number of different ways in which a great chef can prepare eggs. Chira: Indian Turban Cloche: Women's hat of the 1920's. Close-fitting round crown, with no brim or a small flare at the brim edge. Coalman hat: A short visor cap with a protective flap at the back, derived from a hat worn by English coal deliverers to protect their backs from dust. Cockade: Ornamental rosette of ribbon or cloth, worn on a hat as a badge of office or as a decoration. Cocked hat: An old-fashioned three-cornered hat. Cocktail hat: A
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Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: 12th February–the questions Macclesfield Pub Quiz League SET BY THE LAMB SHANKS Vetted by the Plough Horntails and Ox-Fford ART AND LITERATURE 1 Which poet versified about a “dirty British coaster with a salt-caked smokestack” in the poem Cargoes? (John Masefield) 2 Which modern Poet Laureate was commemorated with a memorial stone in Westminster Abbey in December 2011? (Ted Hughes) 3 Octarine (the colour of magic) is the eighth colour of the spectrum on which world? (The Discworld – as written about by Terry Pratchett) 4 Who (or what) complained “Here I am, brain the size of a planet, and they ask me to take you to the bridge. Call that job satisfaction, 'cause I don't”? (Marvin, the paranoid android, in Douglas Adam’s Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy) 5 What musical instrument of the woodwind family is an aerophone , or reedless wind instrument producing its sound from the flow of air across an opening? (Flute, or piccolo) 6 Who sculpted the version of the Three Graces statue commissioned by John Russell, the 6th Duke of Bedford that is now on display alternately in the National Gallery of Scotland and the Victoria and Albert Museum? (Antonio Canova) 7 Kubla Khan and The Rime of the Ancient Mariner are two of the main works of which poet? (Samuel Taylor Coleridge) 8 Pablo Picasso created which painting in response to the bombing of a Basque town by warplanes from Germany and Italy in 1937. What is the name of the painting? (Guernica) 9 Who are the Samuel Becket characters Vladimir and Estragon waiting for? (Godot – in the play waiting for Godot) 10 The ‘trio’ to March No. 1 in D of the Pomp and Circumstance Military Marches is better known as the music to which song? (Land of Hope and Glory) ‘ELF N’SAFETY (Most questions are taken from the health and safety test labourers on a construction site have to pass. They are mostly Health and Safety related, but the odd one does mention “Elf” as well) 1 Fire extinguishers can contain one of four substances – water, powder, foam and what? (Carbon dioxide – CO2 – accept also Halon or wet chemicals) 2 Which part of your body is most likely to be injured if you lift heavy loads? (Your back) 3 Name one of the two animals that carry Weil’s Disease, also known as Leptospirosis, in their urine? (Rats or Cows) 4 The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act is the primary piece of legislation regulating workplace health, safety and welfare within the United Kingdom. In which decade was it passed into law? (1970s - 1974 ) 5 What is sort of creature is Dobbie in the Harry Potter books and films? (A House Elf – full name required) 6 If someone is injured at work who should record it in the accident book? (The injured person or someone acting for them) 7 Which colour identifies the ‘live’ wire in a modern (new) 240 volt electricity supply? (Brown) 8 Which 1960s car (sister to the Wolseley Hornet) was also a ‘mini with a boot’? (Riley Elf - full make and model required) 9 How are legionella bacteria passed on to humans? (Through fine water droplets such as sprays or mists) 10 What is the early sign of noise damaging your hearing? (Temporary deafness) GEOGRAPHY 1 What is the name of the village near Dorchester, built at the instigation of Prince Charles as a response against “modernist” architectural design? (Poundbury) 2 Which member of the Commonwealth is formed of ten Provinces and three Territories? (Canada) 3 In which range of Irish mountains does the River Liffey rise? (Wicklow Mountains) 4 What is the capital of Burkina Faso? (Ouagadougou) 5 In which English county is most of the Forest of Dean? (Gloucestershire) 6 What colour is a Geography pie in Trivial Pursuits? (Blue) 7 Cape York is the northernmost point of which Commonwealth country? (Australia) 8 Which African country was called Nyasaland until 1964? (Malawi) 9 What country is Budejowice in (pronounced boo day yo vit ze)? (The Czech Republic – it is also known as Budweis) 10 The River Hafren flows out of Wales near Crew Green in Shropshire. What is it called in English? (River Severn) HISTORY 1 What
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A major critic of the conventional notion of God, who wrote the 1976 book, extending ideas of natural selection in evolution, The Selfish Gene?
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Theoretical Approaches to Evolution Theoretical Approaches to Evolution Edmund E. Jacobitti It is sometimes forgotten how young a discipline evolutionary biology is. Right up to the last part of the nineteenth century, the fixity of species was accepted by most biologists and by common sense. Any goatherd knew that there were true breeding species and that intermediate species were non-existent. That is why Linnaeus�s classification system was accepted and Ovid�s Metamorphoses was regarded as irreverent and scandalous. Then in 1859, Darwin introduced the astonishing idea that all living things, from the simplest to the most complex, had a common ancestry, that� a single species had somehow metamorphosed into another and another ad infinitum until the entire globe was filled with countless millions of distinct flora and fauna. The notion that the natural world had immanent and terrestrial causes rather than miraculous ones is so much of a common place today that it is difficult to believe the idea really only began to take hold� a century ago and that it rocked nineteenth and early twentieth century thought. In this essay, I will try to sort out several schools of thought that address the problem of how one species became many. The Passage from Darwinism to Neo-Darwinism Darwin�s theory of common origin for all organisms began the marriage of evolution and paleontology. Paleontology was the study of prehistoric forms of animal and plant life through the study of fossils. If Darwin�s theory of evolution was correct, then the fossils studied by paleontologists ought provide empirical evidence for the theory. Suggesting that evolution could be documented with fossils, however, provided no theory of evolution. To make paleontology more than descriptive bone collecting required marrying it to a biological explanation of speciation. But if paleontology was a discipline still in its infancy, [1] biology was a field only in adolescence. What brought biology, ever so much more complex than physics and chemistry, out of this early stage was the discovery of genetics, the keystone of modern biology and of evolution. The rudiments of genetics had been discovered in 1866 by Darwin�s contemporary, Gregor Mendel (1822-84) but no one paid much attention to it. Though Darwin was a creative genius, even he had only a partial explanation of how evolution occurred. He was convinced that adaptation to the great variety of earthly environments played some major role in the evolutionary process. Some individual variants within a species, he thought, were better suited to survive in one time or place than others. The �unfit� went extinct or migrated, while those that adapted gradually became new species. Furthermore, from a reading of Thomas Maltus� Essay on Population (1837), he had run across the phrase �survival of the fittest� and concluded that it was this principle that nature �used� when selecting variants for survival. But, without genetics, Darwin had no way to explain where the variation within a species came from--and modern genetics was still a generation away. Darwin, therefore, was forced to accept the common notion of the time, that traits in offspring were an average or a blend of the traits of the parents. Males and females certainly had different sexual characteristics, but those were the exception. Non-sexual characteristics, it was assumed, operated according to what Darwin called pangenesis [2] where the genes (�pangenes� as he called them) of each parent (say the gene for tallness) blended evenly with those of the other parent (say the gene for shortness), to produce a person of average stature. But had that idea been correct, variation would have ended since everything would soon average out and every unique characteristic would disappear like a drop of red paint in a bucket of white. Aware of this, Darwin, tried to explain the constant appearance of variation by appealing to another common idea, namely, that the use of an organ by certain variants within a species would ensure that th
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Evolution: Library: Huxley: Darwin's Bulldog Backgrounder Huxley: Darwin's Bulldog: Just as the writer of a song may not be its best performer, Charles Darwin's genius lay more in developing the theory of natural selection than in forcefully promoting it in the world. For that, there was Thomas Henry Huxley , such an aggressive defender of evolution that he was known as "Darwin's bulldog." The early life of Huxley (1825-1895) was much different from the privileged existence of Darwin. He was one of eight children, growing up outside of London without much money. He left school early, trained to be a doctor, and educated himself in science, history, and philosophy, becoming one of the most broadly informed and influential figures in Victorian science. Like Darwin, Huxley studied natural history while traveling on a naval ship. Initially, Huxley did not accept evolution at all. But Darwin converted him with the On the Origin of Species, and Huxley mused afterwards, "How extremely stupid not to have thought of that!" Although he was much more than a defender of Darwin -- he led the movement toward the professionalization of science, for example -- Huxley is best known for his public exchange in 1860 with Bishop Samuel Wilberforce. The bishop, a clever, witty debater, opened himself to attack by making a gentle joke about Huxley's ancestry. Huxley, furious, replied famously to the effect that he would rather be descended from an ape than a bishop. Huxley, the first of a family of important scientists, is also known for coining the term "agnostic" to distinguish skeptics like himself from atheists, who denied the existence of a god. To Huxley, agnosticism was an acceptance of the idea that the human mind could not go beyond certain limits, namely the ability to analyze actual experience. To the confusion of his religious opponents, however, Huxley was very much a moralist and intolerant of sin. This was a man who today would be called a "workaholic," who pushed himself so hard that his life was shortened. When he died in 1895, his funeral was attended by "the greatest constellation of Victorian scientists ever to gather on one spot," says his biographer, Adrian Desmond.
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How Miles Teller learned to fake drum like a pro in ‘Whiplash’ | New York Post How Miles Teller learned to fake drum like a pro in ‘Whiplash’ Comment(required) October 4, 2014 | 12:50pm So much can be accomplished though movie magic. Men can be made to fly and, through a technological breakthrough known as an “apple box,” Tom Cruise can be made to look almost as tall as his female co-star. Miles Teller as Andrew and J.K. Simmons as Terence Fletcher.Sony Pictures One skill no amount of special effects can help with is an actor’s ability to convincingly play a musical instrument. Teller worked with his instructor and co-star, Nate Lang, right, three to four hours a day for two months.Sony Pictures This challenge is particularly daunting when your entire movie revolves around playing an instrument — in the case of Friday’s “Whiplash,” the drums. If those scenes don’t look good, the movie runs the risk of being associated with another musical instrument: a gong. “Whiplash” stars Miles Teller as a jazz student at a competitive New York music conservatory. He longs to play the skins as well as his idol Buddy Rich, but his biggest challenge is coping with his abusive instructor, Terence Fletcher (J.K. Simmons in a performance that’s earning Oscar buzz). Fletcher verbally abuses his students and forces them to play until blood from their hands splashes across the kit. No blood was spilt to ensure the music scenes were accurate — but it almost was. Compared with other instruments, it’s much more difficult to fake playing the drums. Unlike piano, for example, where an actor’s hands can be hidden from the camera, drumming can’t be cheated. If an actor is out of time, the audience will know. When the actor strikes the cymbal, the audience will know. Neither Tara Reid in “Josie and the Pussycats,” Lou Diamond Philips in “La Bama,” and Tia Carrere in “Wayne’s World,” could deliver a convincing performance with their character’s musical instruments.Everett Collection (3) Go watch Tara Reid behind the kit in “Josie and the Pussycats” and you’ll immediately understand why the camera never lingers on her for more than a second or two. Reid once reported that her instructor, upon seeing her play for the first time, told her, “This is not going to happen.” And it’s not just drumming. Watch Tia Carrere pretend to play bass in “Wayne’s World.” Her left hand stays frozen on the neck and her right fingers flick listlessly in the neighborhood of the strings. Lou Diamond Phillips doesn’t do much better as guitar great Ritchie Valens in “La Bamba,” and equally hilarious is Chow Yun-Fat pretending to smoothly blow the clarinet in “Hard Boiled.” To get the drumming right in “Whiplash,” writer-director Damien Chazelle (himself a drummer) had the novel idea to hire a real musician. Nate Lang, an actor and a member of the New York band the Howlin’ Souls, plays Teller’s rival, Carl. Teller taught himself to play the drums when he was 15, but favored rock ‘n roll, and had to learn the jazz technique.Sony Pictures “Everything has to look correct, especially with jazz drumming, which is a very technical, graceful kind of drumming,” Lang says. Lang, who worked for years with Chelsea’s Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, was also tasked with training Teller. Lang has been playing drums since he was a small child and had taken lessons over the years. Jimmy Macbride, a local jazz drummer and recent Julliard grad, watched the trailer and believed the drumming looked pretty real.Sony Pictures Teller taught himself to play drums when he was 15, but favored rock ’n’ roll. Lang’s first job was to change Teller’s grip from what’s called “matched,” in which both hands hold the sticks the same way, to “traditional,” a grip used by jazz drummers in which the left hand holds the stick a bit sideways, almost like a chopstick. The duo spent about two months working three to four hours a day in an LA rehearsal space. By the end, they began perfecting the songs from the film: “Whiplash” by Hank Levy and Duke Ellington’s “Caravan.” The work paid off. “I think [the drumming] se
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Evolution of ukulele Evolution of ukulele Evolution of ukulele Welcome to my blog on ukulele. In 1879 a Portuguese immigrant came to Hawaii and brought a certain instrument. This instrument was named "Braguinha". The first Hawaiian name was Pila li'ili'i which means little fiddle. Later it was then name ukulele. There are lots of ways on how ukulele got it's name. During my research i found out that one way they got the name was because it was named after the only Hawaiian stringed instrument Ukeke. Ukulele is translated as jumping flea and it is because when the Hawaiians saw how fast your hand could move and it looks like your hand is jumping from chord to chord. As you look through my blog i will show you the four standard types and two other types which one is from the past and one is the new and improve. Posted by Brickwood at The great Impact. In Hawaii there are 3 significant contribution to string music history which are slack-key guitar, steel guitar, and ukulele. When ukulele was introduced to Hawaii as a Braguinha it was a start of a new musical life. I would never think that a small instrument would have such a big impact. At first when ukulele was being first noticed everybody was wanting one. Then later it was being diminished by other type of music like hip-hop and R&B. Then brought back and incorporated to other types of music like Reggae, Rock, and Tradition Hawaiian music now that's the kind of music I like. In 1915 ukulele was formally introduced to the world at an exhibit at Panama Pacific Exposition in San Francisco. Here the Royal Hawaiian Quaret which is a band that includes a guitar, steel guitar, mandolin and of course the ukulele which happens to include the 3 significant string instruments in Hawaii. The exhibit had an estimate of 17 million people in 7 months. This is how it all started. Ukulele began to be a great demand. It was being used all over the U.S. because of it's uniqe sound and small size it could be carried around pretty much anywhere. In Hawaii ukulele was the most popular instrument. So popular that even the King and Queens were in demand for it. In 1916 Hawaiian records were so popular that it outsold the other type of music on the mainland. Until this day ukulele is still being used all over the world. With this popularity ukulele also had many new improvement like adding more strings giving it a louder and pure sound and also the FLUKE. Posted by Brickwood at There are 4 Classic types of ukulele. They are Soprano, Concert, Tenor, Baritone. There are also different types beside the 4 classic types. I will explaine two different types but later. SOPRANO The soprano also know as the standard ukulele. Soprano is the smallest out of the 4 classics. This ukulele is mostly found being carried around because of it's small size. The soprano is the ukulele for novice players who are intrestred in learning. CONCERT The concert ukulele also known as Alto is a little bigger then the soprano and instead of 13" scales like the soprano, the concert has 15" scales. This type was made for people with larger hands. TENOR This is the type of ukulele that can be form with more than just 4 strings. It has a fuller tone then the soprano and concert type. Since the tenor type is bigger then the concert it also comes with lots of strings like 6, 8, 9, 12, and even 14. BARITONE This is the last and biggest ukulele and is known as a mini-guitar. It can also be tuned as a guitar. With its size comes the deepest tone and is the most exspensive model. Posted by Brickwood at FLUKE and PINEAPPLE The FLUKE From the creative minds of Dale Webb and "Jumpin" Jim Beloff they have made a new creation that will trip people out. This is the fluke the new and improved ukulele. With this ukulele come a new shape and new style. The Fluke is slightly bigger then the concert type and has 15" scale and comes in different colors that could match your personality. Made from Maple for the neck part and the top part made from Australian Pine and the body made with plastic and wood giving a amazing sound
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He is a playwright, screenwriter, film director and essayist with a Pulitzer Prize (1984) and Tony and Oscar award nominations; he is married to singer-songwriter Rebecca Pidgeon; what is his name?
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David Mamet David Mamet David Mamet David Alan Mamet ( born November 30, 1947) is an American playwright, essayist, screenwriter, and film director. As a playwright, Mamet has won a Pulitzer Prize and received Tony nominations for Glengarry Glen Ross (1984) and Speed-the-Plow (1988). As a screenwriter, he has received Oscar nominations for The Verdict (1982) and Wag the Dog (1997). Mamet’s books include: The Old Religion (1997), a novel about the lynching of Leo Frank; Five Cities of Refuge: Weekly Reflections on Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy (2004), a Torah commentary with Rabbi Lawrence Kushner; The Wicked Son (2006), a study of Jewish self-hatred and antisemitism; Bambi vs. Godzilla, a commentary on the movie business; The Secret Knowledge: On the Dismantling of American Culture (2011), a commentary on cultural and political issues; and Three War Stories (2013), a trio of novellas about the physical and psychological effects of war. Feature films which Mamet both wrote and directed include Redbelt (2008), The Spanish Prisoner (1997), House of Games (1987) (which won Best Film and Best Screenplay awards at the 1987 Venice Film Festival and “Film of the Year” for the 1989 London Critics Circle Film Awards), Spartan (2004), Heist (2001), State and Main (2000) (Winner of a Best Acting – Ensemble award from the National Board of Review), The Winslow Boy (1999), Oleanna (1994), Homicide (1991) (nominated for the Palme d’Or at 1991 Cannes Film Festival and won a “Screenwriter of the Year” award for Mamet from the London Critics Circle Film Awards and Best Cinematography for Roger Deakins from the Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards), Things Change (1988) (which won the Volpi Cup for Best Actor at 1988 Venice Film Festival for Don Ameche and Joe Mantegna), and most recently the 2013 HBO film Phil Spector, starring Al Pacino as Spector with Helen Mirren and Jeffrey Tambor. Mamet has also written the screenplays for such films as The Verdict (1982), directed by Sidney Lumet, The Postman Always Rings Twice (1981), directed by Bob Rafelson, The Untouchables (1987) directed by Brian De Palma, Hoffa (1992), Ronin (1998), Wag The Dog (1997), The Edge (1997), and Hannibal (2001). Mamet was also the creator, executive producer, and frequent writer for the TV show The Unit. Early Life Mamet was born in 1947 in Chicago to Jewish parents, Lenore June (née Silver), a teacher, and Bernard Morris Mamet, an attorney.[2] One of his first jobs was as a busboy at Chicago’s The Second City. He was educated at the progressive Francis W. Parker School and at Goddard College in Plainfield, Vermont. At the Chicago Public Library Foundation 20th anniversary fundraiser in 2006, though, Mamet announced “My alma mater is the Chicago Public Library. I got what little educational foundation I got in the third-floor reading room, under the tutelage of a Coca-Cola sign”.[3] Theater Mamet is a founding member of the Atlantic Theater Company; he first gained acclaim for a trio of off-Broadway plays in 1976, The Duck Variations, Sexual Perversity in Chicago, and American Buffalo.[4] He was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 1984 for Glengarry Glen Ross , which received its first Broadway revival in the summer of 2005. His play Race , which opened on Broadway on December 6, 2009 and featured James Spader, David Alan Grier, Kerry Washington, and Richard Thomas in the cast, received mixed reviews.[5] His play The Anarchist, starring Patti LuPone and Debra Winger, in her Broadway debut, opened on Broadway on November 13, 2012 in previews and is scheduled to close on December 16, 2012.[6] In 2002, Mamet was inducted into the American Theatre Hall of Fame.[7] Mamet later received the PEN/Laura Pels International Foundation for Theater Award for Grand Master of American Theater in 2010. Film Mamet’s feature films, which he both wrote and directed, include in chronological order: his feature directorial debut House of Games (1987) (which won Best Film and Best Screenplay awards at the 1987 Venice Film Festival and “Film of the Year” fo
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2001 KO Final February, which ex-PM was awarded an earldom on his 90th birthday ? Harold Macmillan B1 A member of the House of Lords and an ex-MP, who celebrated his 100th birthday in November 1984 ? Mannie Shinwell Which government department banned trades unions causing a national outcry ? GCHQ (Government Communications Headquarters) Outside which foreign government building was policewoman Yvonne Fletcher shot and fatally wounded ? Libyan People's Bureau or Libyan Embassy A3 In the course of a violent argument in April, which recording artist was shot and killed by his father ? Marvin Gaye In October, who was killed by members of her own bodyguard ? Indira Ghandi A4 In March the British government announced its approval of the sale of which shipyard on the lower Clyde to Trafalgar House ? Scott Lithgow B4 In October which bank, a bullion dealer, was rescued from debts of around �250 million by a Bank of England buy-out ? Johnson Matthey Subject: �One Word Cinema� Answers A1 A 1992 Oscar winning Clint Eastwood film in which a former hired killer turned unsuccessful farmer returns to his old ways in pursuit of a $1,000 reward ? Unforgiven B1 A 1972 John Boorman film in which a leading character, played by Ned Beatty, is raped by a �Hillbilly� ? Deliverance A2 A 1929 film, Hitchcock�s first talkie, in which a Scotland Yard Inspector is placed in a difficult position when he discovers his girlfriend has committed a murder ? Blackmail B2 Set in Rio, a 1946 Hitchcock film with Cary Grant & Ingrid Bergman in which a woman marries a Nazi renegade to help the US Government ? Notorious A3 A 1916 film by D.W. Griffith starring Lillian Gish in one of four intercut stories including Balshazzar�s Feast and the St Bartholomew�s Day Massacre ? Intolerance B3 A 1967 camped-up version of Faust in which a short order cook is saved from suicide by Mr Spiggott - who offers him 7 wishes in exchange for his soul ? Bedazzled A4 A 1924 Erich von Stroheim film in which an ex-miner turned dentist kills his avaricious wife and her lover ? Greed B4 Set in the mid 19th century, a 1999 film starring Guy Pearce & Robert Carlyle in which a cannibalistic officer commands an isolated army outpost ? Ravenous Answers A1 The liqueur Cura�ao (say �Koor-a-sow�) is traditionally flavoured with sugar & which fruit ? Orange B1 Which spirit takes its name from a place near Guadalajara (say �Gwadlahara�) where the conquistadors first developed it from a variety of Aztec drink ? Tequila A2 With a peculiar but agreeable taste, which coarse & potent liquor is made in the East Indies from a variety of sources, including fermented rice & coconut juice ? Arrack B2 Used to season food & fruit as well as alcoholic drinks, which flavouring is prepared with oil distilled from the aromatic bark of two S. American trees blended with herbs, and bears the former name of a port in Venezuela ? Angostura (now called Cuidad Bolivar) A3 Derived from a town in north east Hungary, what name is shared by a grape variety and a golden-yellow coloured, sweet, aromatic wine ? Tokay (from Tokaj) Subject: Wordgame �No� as in �Note� Answers � a spout on a hose etc. from which a jet issues ? Nozzel � a small round piece of meat or a chocolate made with hazelnuts ? Noisette � something or someone absolutely un
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What famed magician, born Erik Weisz in Budapest, Hungary, died on Oct 31, 1926 of peritonitis, secondary to a ruptured appendix?
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October 31, 1926: Death Proves Inescapable for Even Houdini | At the Smithsonian | Smithsonian October 31, 1926: Death Proves Inescapable for Even Houdini Magician Harry Houdini, who could seemingly escape anything, couldn't escape a punch to the gut and appendicitis October 31, 2011 Magician Harry Houdini / National Portrait Gallery, SI Master magician Harry Houdini made a living wowing audiences and escaping from death-defying situations. But this day in 1926 the Great Houdini was unable to cheat death one more time and succumbed to peritonitis resulting from a ruptured appendix at age 52. “Harry Houdini is famous for his incredible feats of magic,” says historian David C. Ward of the National Portrait Gallery, “all of which required meticulous planning and preparation.” Born Erik Weisz to Jewish parents in Budapest, Hungary in 1874, Houdini’s family immigrated to Appleton, Wisconsin, when he was four years old. He adopted the “Harry Houdini” moniker in 1891 when he became a professional magician, in honor of French magician Jean Eugene Robert Houdin and American magician Harry Kellar. Houdini started out with card tricks at small venues and progressed to escape acts on the vaudeville circuit, eventually earning the title of “The Handcuff King.” “For him,” illusionist David Blaine noted to The New York Times in October of last year, “sometimes the difficult thing was keeping the handcuffs on.” As Houdini’s stature as a performer increased, he had to up the ante with new stunts to please spectators. “I knew, as everyone knows,” wrote Houdini, “that the easiest way to attract a crowd is to let it be known that at a given time and a given place someone is going to attempt something that in the event of failure will mean sudden death.” Houdini performing the Chinese Water Torture Cell. Image courtesy Library of Congress Houdini escaped from a wide variety of objects, including items suggested by his audience: straitjackets, boilers, wet sheets, milk jugs and supposedly even the belly of a preserved “ 1,600-pound sea monster ” that had washed ashore in Boston. His 1912 underwater box escape in New York’s East River was proclaimed by Scientific American magazine as “one of the most remarkable tricks ever performed.” And Houdini continued his string of legendary stunts, debuting his legendary Chinese Water Torture Cell later that year. In it he was suspended upside-down in a locked glass and steel cabinet overflowing with water. “Amidst the sensation,” says Ward, “what is not as well known, however, is that Houdini also spent much of his career debunking and exposing charlatans and con-men who used aspects of magic, especially séances with the dead, to dupe a credulous public. Spiritualism had an upsurge after World War I as populations that had suffered horrendous loses sought ways of coping. But Houdini dismissed claims of the supernatural as so much quackery that cruelly played on the hopes of those who had lost loved ones.” But how did he finally die? Houdini apparently had been suffering from appendicitis for weeks before his death on Halloween of 1926, but hadn’t sought out treatment. Things came to a head after an October 20 performance at the Princess Theater in Montreal. According to eyewitnesses, Houdini was laying on a couch having his portrait sketched by a student when Jocelyn Gordon Whitehead, a McGill University student, entered the room. Whitehead asked to test Houdini’s claim to be able to absorb any blow to the body above the waist without injury. Upon Houdini’s supposed approval, Whitehead delivered multiple blows to Houdini’s stomach, reportedly hitting him three times before the magician was able to tighten his stomach muscles to protect himself sufficiently. It’s likely Houdini’s appendix would have burst on its own without striking. Houdini still continued to travel while in severe pain, and arrived in Detroit on October 24, 1926 for what would be his final performance. He took the stage at Garrick Theater even with a fever of 104 and a diagnosis of acute appendicitis. When Houdini had surge
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2001 KO Final February, which ex-PM was awarded an earldom on his 90th birthday ? Harold Macmillan B1 A member of the House of Lords and an ex-MP, who celebrated his 100th birthday in November 1984 ? Mannie Shinwell Which government department banned trades unions causing a national outcry ? GCHQ (Government Communications Headquarters) Outside which foreign government building was policewoman Yvonne Fletcher shot and fatally wounded ? Libyan People's Bureau or Libyan Embassy A3 In the course of a violent argument in April, which recording artist was shot and killed by his father ? Marvin Gaye In October, who was killed by members of her own bodyguard ? Indira Ghandi A4 In March the British government announced its approval of the sale of which shipyard on the lower Clyde to Trafalgar House ? Scott Lithgow B4 In October which bank, a bullion dealer, was rescued from debts of around �250 million by a Bank of England buy-out ? Johnson Matthey Subject: �One Word Cinema� Answers A1 A 1992 Oscar winning Clint Eastwood film in which a former hired killer turned unsuccessful farmer returns to his old ways in pursuit of a $1,000 reward ? Unforgiven B1 A 1972 John Boorman film in which a leading character, played by Ned Beatty, is raped by a �Hillbilly� ? Deliverance A2 A 1929 film, Hitchcock�s first talkie, in which a Scotland Yard Inspector is placed in a difficult position when he discovers his girlfriend has committed a murder ? Blackmail B2 Set in Rio, a 1946 Hitchcock film with Cary Grant & Ingrid Bergman in which a woman marries a Nazi renegade to help the US Government ? Notorious A3 A 1916 film by D.W. Griffith starring Lillian Gish in one of four intercut stories including Balshazzar�s Feast and the St Bartholomew�s Day Massacre ? Intolerance B3 A 1967 camped-up version of Faust in which a short order cook is saved from suicide by Mr Spiggott - who offers him 7 wishes in exchange for his soul ? Bedazzled A4 A 1924 Erich von Stroheim film in which an ex-miner turned dentist kills his avaricious wife and her lover ? Greed B4 Set in the mid 19th century, a 1999 film starring Guy Pearce & Robert Carlyle in which a cannibalistic officer commands an isolated army outpost ? Ravenous Answers A1 The liqueur Cura�ao (say �Koor-a-sow�) is traditionally flavoured with sugar & which fruit ? Orange B1 Which spirit takes its name from a place near Guadalajara (say �Gwadlahara�) where the conquistadors first developed it from a variety of Aztec drink ? Tequila A2 With a peculiar but agreeable taste, which coarse & potent liquor is made in the East Indies from a variety of sources, including fermented rice & coconut juice ? Arrack B2 Used to season food & fruit as well as alcoholic drinks, which flavouring is prepared with oil distilled from the aromatic bark of two S. American trees blended with herbs, and bears the former name of a port in Venezuela ? Angostura (now called Cuidad Bolivar) A3 Derived from a town in north east Hungary, what name is shared by a grape variety and a golden-yellow coloured, sweet, aromatic wine ? Tokay (from Tokaj) Subject: Wordgame �No� as in �Note� Answers � a spout on a hose etc. from which a jet issues ? Nozzel � a small round piece of meat or a chocolate made with hazelnuts ? Noisette � something or someone absolutely un
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Hallux | definition of hallux by Medical dictionary Hallux | definition of hallux by Medical dictionary http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/hallux Related to hallux: hallux limitus hallux [hal´uks] (pl. hal´luces) (L.) the great toe. hallux flex´us hallux rigidus . hallux mal´leus hammer toe affecting the great toe. hallux ri´gidus painful flexion deformity of the great toe with limitation of motion at the metatarsophalangeal joint. hallux val´gus angulation of the great toe toward the other toes of the foot. hallux va´rus angulation of the great toe away from the other toes of the foot. great toe [I] [TA] the first digit of the foot. /hal·lux/ (hal´uks) pl. hal´luces [L.] the great toe. hallux doloro´sus a painful condition of the great toe, usually associated with flatfoot. hallux flex´us h. rigidus . hallux mal´leus hammer toe affecting the great toe. hallux ri´gidus painful flexion deformity of the great toe with limitation of motion at the metatarsophalangeal joint. hallux val´gus angulation of the great toe toward the other toes. hallux va´rus angulation of the great toe away from the other toes. hallux (hăl′əks) n. pl. halluces (hăl′yə-sēz′, hăl′ə-) 1. The innermost or first digit on the hind foot of certain mammals. The human hallux is commonly called the big toe. 2. A homologous digit of a bird, reptile, or amphibian. In birds, it is often directed backward. hallux Etymology: L, hallex, large toe the great toe. Also spelled hallex. hal·lux The great toe; the first digit of the foot. [a Mod. L. form for L. hallex (hallic-), great toe] hallux The big toe. hallux the first digit on the hind foot of vertebrates, such as the big toe in humans. hallux the first, great or big toe. hallux rigidus is a stiff and painful toe resulting from osteoarthritis of the metatarsophalangeal joint. In hallux valgus the toe bends at this joint towards the second toe, and the joint bulges from the side of the foot. Can result in permanent displacement (possibly with a degree of external rotation) greater than 10%. Additional friction from poorly fitting footwear can result in a bursa, and the prominence of bone-plus-bursa is known as a bunion . hallux great toe; first toe Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us , add a link to this page, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content . Link to this page: everted rearfoot References in periodicals archive ? In brief, mass was measured utilizing a digital scale, tarsus depth was measured with calipers at the midpoint of the tarsus in a front-to-back direction, hallux length was measured as the cord length from the junction of the anterior surface of the talon at the point the claw meets the skin of the toe to the tip of the claw, exposed culmen length was measured with calipers as the cord length between the tip of the beak and the junction of the beak and cere, wing cord was measured with a ruler from the closed wing from the carpal joint to the tip of the longest primary, and tail length was measured with a ruler between the center rectrices from the emergence from the skin to the tip of the longest rectrix (Hull and Bloom 2001).
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What is the strongest muscle in the human body? (Everyday Mysteries: Fun Science Facts from the Library of Congress) What is the strongest muscle in the human body? There is no one answer for this question since there are different ways to measure strength. There is absolute strength (maximum force), dynamic strength (repeated motions), elastic strength (exert force quickly), and strength endurance (withstand fatigue). There are three types of muscles in the human body: cardiac, smooth and skeletal. Cardiac muscle makes up the wall of the heart and is responsible for the forceful contraction of the heart. Smooth muscles make up the walls of the intestine, the uterus, blood vessels, and internal muscles of the eye. Skeletal muscles are attached to the bones and in some areas the skin (muscles in our face). Contraction of the skeletal muscles helps limbs and other body parts move. Most sources state that there are over 650 named skeletal muscles in the human body, although some figures go up to as many as 840. The dissension comes from those that count the muscles within a complex muscle. For example the biceps brachii is a complex muscle that has two heads and two different origins however, they insert on the radial tuberosity. Do you count this as one muscle or two? Although most individuals have the same general set of muscles, there is some variability from one person to another. Generally, smooth muscles are not included with this total since most of these muscles are at cellular level and number in the billions. In terms of a cardiac muscle, we only have one of those- the heart. Muscles are given Latin names according to location, relative size, shape, action, origin/insertion, and/or number of origins. For example the flexor hallicis longus muscle is the long muscle that bends the big toe: Flexor = A muscle that flexes a joint Hallicis = great toe Longus = Long The following are muscles that have been deemed the strongest based on various definitions of strength (listed in alphabetical order): External Muscles of the Eye The muscles of the eye are constantly moving to readjust the positions of the eye. When the head is in motion, the external muscles are constantly adjusting the position of the eye to maintain a steady fixation point. However, the external muscles of the eye are subject to fatigue. In an hour of reading a book the eyes make nearly 10,000 coordinated movements. Gluteus Maximus The gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in the human body. It is large and powerful because it has the job of keeping the trunk of the body in an erect posture. It is the chief antigravity muscle that aids in walking up stairs. Heart The hardest working muscle is the heart. It pumps out 2 ounces (71 grams) of blood at every heartbeat. Daily the heart pumps at least 2,500 gallons (9,450 liters) of blood. The heart has the ability to beat over 3 billion times in a person’s life. Masseter The strongest muscle based on its weight is the masseter. With all muscles of the jaw working together it can close the teeth with a force as great as 55 pounds (25 kilograms) on the incisors or 200 pounds (90.7 kilograms) on the molars. Muscles of the Uterus The uterus sits in the lower pelvic region. Its muscles are deemed strong because they contract to push a baby through the birth canal. The pituitary gland secretes the hormone oxytocin, which stimulates the contractions. Soleus The muscle that can pull with the greatest force is the soleus. It is found below the gastrocnemius (calf muscle). The soleus is very important for walking, running, and dancing. It is considered a very powerful muscle along with calf muscles because it pulls against the force of gravity to keep th
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PAUL INCE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: I was England's first black captain, no one cared about the colour of my skin | Daily Mail Online PAUL INCE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: I was England's first black captain... but no one cared about the colour of my skin Paul Ince was the first black player to captain England in 1993 against USA Ince: ‘We can make too much of the captaincy and what it means' The FA never had a say in who was England captain, insists Ince Sol Campbell, who led England three times, says FA is 'institutionally racist' Campbell: 'If I was white I would have been England captain for 10 years' But Ince says no one could hold the England captaincy for a decade Ince, captain seven times, says the colour of his skin never came into it
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BBC Sport - Question of Sport - The history of the show The history of the show Three with the answers: Vine, Coleman, Barker. A Question of Sport will celebrate its 40th birthday in January 2010 making it the longest running TV quiz show in the UK and possibly the world. Some of the biggest names in British and International sport have appeared on the programme since its early days. In four decades the show has only had three presenters. Here is a potted history of some of the captains, hosts, and stars that have helped to make the show a favourite. The early days The first A Question of Sport aired on 5th January 1970 and was hosted by David Vine. The first team captains were boxer Henry Cooper and Wales rugby union star Cliff Morgan. They were joined by George Best, Ray Illingworth, Lillian Board, and Tom Finney. The Seventies Clockwise from top left: Cliff Morgan and Henry Cooper, Henry Cooper and Brendan Foster. The first change of captaincy occurred in 1977 when Olympic medallist Brendan Foster replaced Cliff Morgan. David Vine hosted the show for five series before moving on to present late-night snooker and Ski Sunday. David Vine was replaced by the sports presenter and commentator, David Coleman. Further changes were made to the team in 1979 as former Liverpool and England star Emlyn Hughes and Welsh rugby hero Gareth Edwards became the new captains. The Eighties Carson's cackles Emlyn and Gareth were the captains for the next three years until 1982. Then, former England rugby union captain Bill Beaumont teamed up with jockey Willie Carson whose distinctive laugh quickly became a trademark. In 1984 Emlyn returned as captain and battled Bill for the next five series. Emlyn's picture board gaffe Princess Anne appeared on the show in 1987 only a week after Emlyn mistook her for a male jockey on the pictureboard! Cricketing icon Ian Botham joined the show in 1989 taking over from Emlyn and the show had two of the most competitive captains in its history. Bill saved by the bell Bill and Beefy became a staple throughout the Nineties running in tandem for eight series. Bill generally had the upper hand and was helped by a very controversial moment. When the pair finally left Bill had clocked up a then record 319 appearances on the show. The Nineties Clockwise from top left: Bill Beaumont and Ian Botham, John Parrott and Ally McCoist. In 1996 it was all change. Scotland and Rangers striker Ally McCoist and former snooker world champion John Parrott became the new captains. David Coleman was in charge for Ally and John's first series. But he retired from the show in May 1997 to be replaced by current host Sue Barker. Ally and John were soon up to no good, mainly at Sue's expense. The Noughties Clockwise from top left: Frankie Dettori, John Parrott, Ally McCoist and Matt Dawson. In 2002 John vacated his seat and Ally and Sue were joined by jockey Frankie Dettori who was a bit better at racing horses than he was at quizzes! With Frankie's continuing success in the saddle he decided to give up the captaincy in 2004 to be replaced by one of England's successful Rugby World Cup winners, Matt Dawson. Frankie's anagram disaster On 18th May 2007 Ally, due to his commitments at Rangers, made his last appearance as a team captain on the show. He had clocked up a record busting 363 appearances. After a brief spell of guest captains, former England cricketer Phil Tufnell was made the permanent replacement for Ally in February 2008 and only the 14th full time team captain. Question of Sport - Ally's best bits To celebrate A Question of Sport¿s 40th birthday in 2010, we will be giving you the chance to nominate your favourite clips and share your memories of the show throughout 2009, so watch this space! Bookmark with:
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IMDb: Most Popular People With Biographies Matching "Buried" Most Popular People With Biographies Matching "Buried" 1-50 of 656 names. Toby Jones Widely regarded as the one of greatest stage and screen actors both in his native Great Britain and internationally, Toby Edward Heslewood Jones was born on September 7, 1966 in Hammersmith, London. His parents, Freddie Jones and Jennie Heslewood , are actors as well. Toby has two brothers: Rupert, a director, and Casper, a fellow actor. He studied Drama at the University of Manchester from 1986 to 1989, and at L'École Internationale de Théâtre in Paris under Jacques Lecoq in Paris from 1989 to 1991. Naturally, his career began on the stage (and continues there), but film and television roles came soon after his studies. Toby made his film debut with a small role in Sally Potter 's experimental take on Virginia Woolf 's novel, Orlando , starring Tilda Swinton . Other small film roles included the doorkeeper in Les Misérables and a memorable turn as the Royal Page in Ever After: A Cinderella Story with Drew Barrymore . Yul Brynner Exotic leading man of American films, famed as much for his completely bald head as for his performances, Yul Brynner masked much of his life in mystery and outright lies designed to tease people he considered gullible. It was not until the publication of the books "Yul: The Man Who Would Be King" and "Empire and Odyssey" by his son, Yul "Rock" Brynner, that many of the details of Brynner's early life became clear. Yul sometimes claimed to be a half-Swiss, half-Japanese named Taidje Khan, born on the island of Sakhalin; in reality, he was the son of Marousia Dimitrievna (Blagovidova), the Russian daughter of a doctor, and Boris Yuliyevich Bryner, an engineer and inventor of Swiss-German and Russian descent. He was born in their home town of Vladivostok on 11 July 1920 and named Yuli after his grandfather, Jules Bryner. When Yuli's father abandoned the family, his mother took him and his sister Vera to Harbin, Manchuria, where they attended a YMCA school. In 1934 Yuli's mother took her children to Paris. Her son was sent to the exclusive Lycée Moncelle, but his attendance was spotty. He dropped out and became a musician, playing guitar in the nightclubs among the Russian gypsies who gave him his first real sense of family. He met luminaries such as Jean Cocteau and became an apprentice at the Theatre des Mathurins. He worked as a trapeze artist with the famed Cirque d'Hiver company. He traveled to the U.S. in 1941 to study with acting teacher Michael Chekhov and toured the country with Chekhov's theatrical troupe. That same year, he debuted in New York as Fabian in "Twelfth Night" (billed as Youl Bryner). After working in a very early TV series, Mr. Jones and His Neighbors , he played on Broadway in "Lute Song" with Mary Martin , winning awards and mild acclaim. He and his wife, actress Virginia Gilmore , starred in the first TV talk show, Mr. and Mrs. . Brynner then joined CBS as a television director. He made his film debut in Port of New York . Two years later Mary Martin recommended him for the part he would forever be known for: the King in Richard Rodgers ' and Oscar Hammerstein II 's musical "The King and I". Brynner became an immediate sensation in the role, repeating it for film ( The King and I ) and winning the Oscar for Best Actor. For the next two decades, he maintained a starring film career despite the exotic nature of his persona, performing in a wide range of roles from Egyptian pharaohs to Western gunfighters, almost all with the same shaved head and indefinable accent. In the 1970s he returned to the role that had made him a star, and spent most of the rest of his life touring the world in "The King and I". When he developed lung cancer in the mid 1980s, he left a powerful public service announcement denouncing smoking as the cause, for broadcast after his death. The cancer and its complications, after a long illness, ended his life. Brynner was cremated and his ashes buried in a remote part of France, on the grounds of the Abbey of S
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Frankenstein 1931 - Steve"Papaw"Pyatte Frankenstein 1931 cast, crew and film summary of abbott & costello meet the invisible man cast Gavin Muir - Dr. Philip Gray Arthur Franz - Tommy Nelson John Grant - based on The Invisible Man by H.G. Wells Robert Lees Joseph Gershenson film summary Two bumbling private detectives become involved in helping prize-fight contender Tommy Nelson who is trying to clear his name from the charge of murdering his manager. Tommy injects himself with an invisibility serum in order to hide from the police. He then sets Lou up as a fight contender in order to draw out the crooked promoter. This culminates in the untrained Lou having to fight his opponent in the ring while aided by Tommys invisible punches. Abbott and Costello had had great success with Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948) wherein their clowning was paired up against Universals in-house monsters - Dracula, the Frankenstein monster and the Wolf Man. The two idiots then made a return to Universals classic monsters with this encounter with the Invisible Man and would go on to meetings with Dr Jekyll and the Mummy. However, while the title is accurate and Abbott and Costello do indeed meet an Invisible Man, this is the Invisible Man in name only - with the only connection to H.G. Wells or the film version The Invisible Man (1933) and any of its sequels being that Gavin Muirs scientist possess the invisibility serum used by Griffin in the original story. The story is an odd mix that seems one part Abbott and Costellos low-jinks, the other a more interesting straight invisibile man story. What makes the film watchable over and above the usual lowbrow numbskullery the two engage in are the excellent invisibility effects. Here we get to see the title character dressing and undressing, eating spaghetti and shuffling cards. Particularly good is the marvellously choreographed fight at the climax where Lou must fight an opponent in the ring with his fists and body being lifted by the invisible man. For once the boys are left high and dry by the far more interesting set pieces. The other Abbott and Costello genre entries are:- Hold That Ghost (1941), The Time of Their Lives (1946), Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948), Jack and the Beanstalk (1952), Abbott and Costello Go to Mars (1953), Abbott and Costello Meet Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde (1953) and Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy (1955). At the end of Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein, the Invisible Man, voiced by none other than Vincent Price, introduces himself to the bumbling duo. Vincent Price would not meet Abbott and Costello in their next monster film, but the Invisible Man would. Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man is one of the comedy duos greatest films, surpassed only by Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein. The movie is also one of the greatest films in Universals Invisible Man series that began with The Invisible Man in 1933 and continued with The Invisible Man Returns, The Invisible Woman, Invisible Agent, and The Invisible Mans Revenge. This 1951 film was the last Invisible Man film that Universal made. The plot is very similar to the film The Invisible Man Returns, a film that did feature Vincent Price as the title character. Bud and Lou are two private detectives that are hired by boxer Tommy Nelson (Arthur Franz) to clear his name for a murder he didnt commit. His fiancée Helen (Nancy Guild) is the niece of a scientist (Gavin Muir) that was friends with Jack Griffin; the original Invisible Man. Helens uncle had preserved the Invisibility serum. Tommy injects himself, ignoring the warnings that the serum can bring about insanity. Bud, Lou, and the Invisible Man are on the track of the mobsters that framed Tommy while trying to stay clear of the police that are on Nelsons track. Television legends Sheldon Leonard (producer of "The Andy Griffith Show" and "The Dick Van Dyke Show") and William Frawley (Fred Mertz from "I Love Lucy") play the mob leader and a police detective. Abbott and Costello Meet Frank
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Micturition | definition of micturition by Medical dictionary Micturition | definition of micturition by Medical dictionary http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/micturition urination [u″rĭ-na´shun] the discharge of urine from the bladder; urine from the kidneys is passed in spurts every few seconds along the ureters to the bladder, where it collects and later is passed to the outside via the urethra. Called also micturition and voiding . The Urinary Process. Urination is a complex process controlled by muscles of the bladder and sphincter mechanism and by modulatory centers in the central and peripheral nervous systems. The detrusor muscle is a complex meshwork of interlaced smooth muscle bundles that contract in a way that squeezes urine from the bladder vesicle. The sphincter mechanism consists of smooth muscle in the bladder neck and proximal urethra, a striated muscle sphincter consisting of slow twitch muscle fibers in the urethral wall, and periurethral muscles that are a component of the pelvic floor muscles. The detrusor relaxes during bladder filling to accommodate increasing volumes at a low pressure, and the sphincter remains tightly closed. During urination, the detrusor contracts and the sphincter mechanism relaxes, allowing smooth outflow of urine. As the bladder fills, modulatory centers in the brain prevent the occurrence of contractions. Meanwhile, the sphincter mechanism remains closed under autonomic and somatic nervous system control. During urination, the inhibition of contractions is removed and a reflex originates in the pontine micturition center. That causes the detrusor muscle to contract and the sphincter mechanism to relax. The location of the final output of central nervous system impulses to and from the bladder and sphincter is the sacral micturition center, located in spinal segments 2, 3, and 4, which must be intact for contraction to occur. Injury to the pontine micturition center will compromise the smooth coordination between sphincter mechanism and detrusor muscle, and injury to the brain will affect the volitional control of urine (bladder stability). See also urinary incontinence . mic·tu·ri·tion
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Arctic Monkeys | Deposito MP3 Arctic Monkeys indie rock Arctic Monkeys are an indie rock band formed in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England in 2002 after meeting at Stocksbridge High School. The band consists of Alex Turner (vocals, guitar), Jamie Cook (guitar), Nick O'Malley (backing vocals, bass) and Matt Helders (drums, vocals). Founding bassist Andy Nicholson left in 2006. The band has released five studio albums, Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not (2006), Favourite Worst Nightmare (2007), Humbug (2009), Suck It and See (2011) and AM (2013), all of which debuted at #1 on the UK Albums Chart. Each of the band's first five singles I Bet You Look Good On the Dancefloor, When the Sun Goes Down, Leave Before The Lights Come On, Brianstorm and Fluorescent Adolescent hit the UK Top Five, but their sixth single, Teddy Picker, only went Top 20 and their seventh single, Crying Lightning peaked at #12. The band's rise to success started in late 2004/early 2005 when demo songs which had been handed out in CD form at gigs found their way onto the internet. These demos rapidly spread among message boards and friends leading to a growing fan base for the band, and were collected on the unofficial Beneath the Boardwalk, which the band recognizes on their website. The band owe much of their success to viral buzz via the Internet, and have eschewed typical 'commercial' channels, including refusing to appear on the UK's (now discontinued) Top Of The Pops music program, which was often seen as a gateway to success. The band's deb... Related Artist
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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 group, The Moonglows in the late 1950s, he then ventured into a solo career after the group disbanded in 1960, signing with Motown Records subsidiary, Tamla. He started off as a session drummer, but later ranked as the label's top-selling solo artist during the 1960s. He was crowned "The Prince of Motown" [3] and "The Prince of Soul". [4] because of solo hits such as " How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You) ", " Ain't That Peculiar ", " I Heard It Through the Grapevine ," and his duet singles with singers such as Mary Wells and Tammi Terrell . His work in the early and mid-1970s included the albums, What's Going On , Let's Get It On , and I Want You , which helped influence the quiet storm , urban adult contemporary , and slow jam genres. After a self-imposed European exile in the early 1980s, Gaye returned on the 1982 Grammy-Award winning hit, " Sexual Healing " and the Midnight Love album before his death. Gaye was shot dead by his father on April 1, 1984. He was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987. [5] In 2008, the American music magazine Rolling Stone ranked Gaye at number 6 on its list of the Greatest Singers of All Time, [6] and ranked at number 18 on 100 Greatest Artists of All Time. [7] He was also ranked at number 20 on VH1's list of 100 Greatest Artists of All Time. [8] Collection - Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous What do John Waters, Robert Goulet, and New Kids on the Block have in common? Appearances on "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous!" Curated by Whitney Weiss Total Runtime: 0:38:10 Collection 1980s 1990s caviar dreams champagne wishes heartthrobs john waters lifestyles of the rich and famous models money opulence pro wrestlers wealth Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous is an American television series that aired in syndication from 1984 to 1995 . The show featured the extravagant lifestyles of wealthy entertainers , athletes and business moguls . It was hosted by Robin Leach for the majority of its run. When Leach was joined by Shari Belafonte in 1994, the show was renamed Lifestyles with Robin Leach and Shari Belafonte. Leach ended each episode with a wish for his viewers that became his signature phrase, "champagne wishes and caviar dreams." Claymation celebrities pitted against each other almost always ending in the loser's gruesome death. Curated by Jason Forrest Collection 90s celebrity celebrity deathmatch eric fogel mtv Celebrity Deathmatch is a claymation television show that depicts celebrities against each other in a wrestling ring , almost always ending in the loser's gruesome death. It was known for its excessive amount of blood used in every match and exaggerated physical injuries (e.g., one person cuts off a participant's foot, living through decapitations, impalement, etc.). The series was created by Eric Fogel ; with the pilots airing on MTV on January 1 & 25 1998. The initial series ran from May 14, 1998 to October 20, 2002, and lasted for a 75-episode run. There was one special that did not contribute to the final episode total, entitled "Celebrity Deathmatch Hits Germany", which aired on June 21, 2001. Professional wrestler Stone Cold Steve Austin gave voice to his animated form as the guest commentator. Early in 2003, a film based on the series was announced by MTV to be in the making, but the project was canceled by the end of that year. In 2005, MTV2 announced the revival of the show as part of their " Sic 'Em Friday " programming block. Originally set to return in November 2005, the premiere was pushed back to June 10, 2006 as part of a new "Sic'emation" block with two other animated shows, Where My Dogs At and The Adventures of Chico and Guapo . The show's fifth season was produced by Cuppa Coffee Studios and t
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BBC Sport - Horse Racing - Red Rum trainer Ginger McCain dies aged 80 Red Rum trainer Ginger McCain dies aged 80 Advertisement From April 2010 - Modest McCain hails 'legend' Red Rum Ginger McCain, trainer of the legendary Grand National winner Red Rum, has died aged 80 after suffering from cancer. McCain guided "Rummy" to three victories and two second places in a five-year period during the 1970s. He was nicknamed "Mister Aintree" for his record at the Merseyside track and won a fourth National with Amberleigh House in 2004. In 2006, McCain handed the reins to son Donald who won the Grand National with Ballabriggs this year. McCain's wife Beryl said: "Donald - Ginger as we all knew him - passed away peacefully in his sleep after a short illness this morning - he would have been 81 on Wednesday. BBC RACING CORRESPONDENT CORNELIUS LYSAGHT Ginger McCain had been an unknown taxi driver and car salesman who trained a few racehorses at Southport before Red Rum achieved his never-to-be-repeated record in the 1970s. When injury forced the horse's retirement in 1978, McCain and his wife Beryl organised dozens of public appearances before Red Rum died in 1995. Just as Rummy became a household name, so did his trainer with his infectious laugh and colourful politically-incorrect turn of phrase. A long, less successful period post Red Rum was ended by Amberleigh House, who gave McCain a quite unforgettable fourth Grand National win in 2004 "There will be a private family funeral followed by a later memorial service, for which there will be more information in the coming weeks. "Joanne, Donald Jnr and I appreciate all the kindness we are being shown and, at this difficult time, would appreciate it if we were afforded some privacy." Jockey Tony McCoy, who ended a long wait for a Grand National victory in 2010 on Don't Push It, wrote on Twitter: "Sad to hear about the death of Aintree legend Ginger McCain, trainer of the great Red Rum. My thoughts are with his family R.I.P." Former jockey Mick Fitzgerald, who was successful in the 1996 race on Rough Quest, told Sky Sports News: "It's a very sad to hear the news. He leaves a legacy. Every time you think of the Grand National, you think of Ginger. He was the National, to be honest. "If you ever wanted a colourful quote you spoke to Ginger. He was never afraid to speak his mind. He believed in what he was doing and believed in the Grand National and racing needs characters like him." BBC horse racing presenter Clare Balding wrote on Twitter: "Ginger McCain was 3 days short of his 81st birthday. He was an old-fashioned type & said what he thought but he was a character all right. Very sad for Beryl, Donald & the rest of the McCain family." She added: "Whenever I approached Ginger with a microphone it raised the heart rate. He might swear, say something offensive or be pertinent & funny." Former racing commentator Sir Peter O'Sullevan spoke of McCain's brilliant handling of Red Rum, who was prone to lameness. Archive - Amberleigh House wins epic "Red Rum had very delicate, tender feet and had been with several skilful trainers before Ginger bought him," he said. "Of course, he trained on the sands at Southport. I don't think we'd ever have heard of Red Rum if he'd gone anywhere else. "He will always be remembered for Red Rum - and rightly so because he and the horse appeared absolutely at the right time and were very much instrumental in saving the National at a period when it was very much in peril." Former Aintree managing director Charles Barnett agreed that McCain was "instrumental in helping to save" the race. "Ginger was very supportive and he got the public very much behind the appeal to purchase the track," he said "It was an extraordinary training feat and an extraordinary horse he trained. But not just the horse, Ginger himself was very important to the race and to the venue. "He was a marvellous man who always spoke his own mind. We loved him very much and the people of Liverpool did, too. It's a very sad day and he'll be sadly missed." Bookmark with:
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Scottish Grand National 2017 | Odds | Runners | Betting | Tips | Ayr BET NOW Scottish Grand National Betting 2017 One of the sporting highlights of the Scottish sporting calendar the Scottish Grand National will attract some of the finest staying chasers from the UK & Ireland, as they embark on an energy-sapping 3m, 7f 176y in a quest to be crowned the winner of the Ayr Racecourse marathon. Down the years some of the biggest names in the national hunt arena have lined up for this blue riband event and the standout name has to be the legendary Red Rum, who won three Aintree Grand National crowns before etching his name in the illustrious roll of honour north of the border to highlight the attraction of this great event. 2016 Scottish Grand National Result 16:10 Coral Scottish Grand National Chase (Grade 3 Handicap) (3m 7f 176y) 1. Vicente - S Twiston-Davies - P Nicholls 14/1 2. Alvarado - P Moloney - F O'Brien 25/1 3. Seeyouatmidnight - S Fox (5) - S Thomson 14/1 4. Royale Knight - B Powell - Dr R Newland 20/1 5. Vyta Du Roc - D Jacob - N Henderson 8/1 JF 28 Ran 2016 Scottish Grand National Preview Cause Of Causes was a sparkling winner at the Cheltenham Festival last month, and the Irish raider will aim to build on that effort by storming to victory in the Scottish Grand National, which takes centre stage on April 16, but there will be a plethora of classy staying handicap chasers head to Ayr for their showpiece event. Willie Mullins will bid for another big-race success and is set to unleash Measureofmydreams, who was third in the Cheltenham Festival four-miler, whilst Tony Martin's Heathfield is an intriguing runner in the lower echelons of the handicap and is another prominent figure in the 2016 Scottish Grand National Betting , which is sure to be a wide open affair. Vicente will fly the flag for Paul Nicholls, as he looks to challenge for the Top British Trainers' Championships, while Seeyouatmidnight, Vyta Du Roc and Royale Knight are just another trio of exciting entries set to take their chance in one of the jumping highlights towards the end of the National Hunt season. Scottish Grand National Odds The Scottish Grand National takes place towards the end of the National Hunt winter season, and is a very popular betting market. Ante-post betting markets become available at the start of the winter national hunt season, but the Scottish Grand National odds tend to change considerably as the season unfolds. The odds of course are governed by the results of other major handicap steeplechase events. We have put together a selection of Scottish Grand National free bets for you take advantage of before the race. The Elk was the first Scottish Grand National winner, back in 1867, which indicates that the Scottish Grand National history is a long and illustrious one. The race was originally hosted by Bogside racecourse where it was run over a distance of 3 miles and 7 furlongs, before being moved to Ayr in 1966. The recent Scottish Grand National Roll of Honour highlights the past 15 winners Please note Scottish Grand national Travel information and Scottish Grand National ticket information if you are intending to attend the race in 2016. 2017 Scottish Grand National Form All punters have their own way of choosing their selections for the 2016 Scottish Grand National and whilst some will opt to choose the name or colour that is synonymous with something in their life, but many enjoy trailing through the recent form of each horse and in what shape they will head to Ayr in for the big race on April 16. Our 2016 Scottish Grand National Form Guide will take a look at a plethora of leading contenders for the marathon and touch on their previous outings in the season and whether they can use their early season form as a springboard to Scottish National glory in what is one of the sporting highlights of the season north of the border. 2017 Scottish Grand National Runners The list of Scottish Grand National Runners is now available at the 48 hour stage and there is a full list of 30 runners going to post at Ayr on Saturday and th
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British Airways relaunches itself with new slogan that nods to its imperial origins | Daily Mail Online comments The ‘world’s favourite airline,’ which once caused a storm by dropping the Union Flag from its tailfins, has harked back to its Imperial past in a re-launch that is part of a £5billion investment programme. After a crippling 18 months of cabin crew strikes and the fall-out from terror attacks in 2001, British Airways says it is now ready to put a turbulent decade behind it and look to the future by starting ‘a new chapter’ . But it has also unashamedly gone back 90 years to its origins and early days as Imperial Airways – covering the four corners of the British Empire - to celebrate its ‘Britishness’ across the globe. Out with the old: BA's new slogan To Fly. To Serve will replace it's former motto 'The World's Favourite Airline' BA will launch a new 90-second TV ‘brand’ campaign on Wednesday – its first in ten years – with a cinematic TV and internet advert that celebrates its origins from 1919 through to the present day. Ten serving cabin crew members appear in the advert, though neither they nor BA would say whether they worked or walked out during the recent dispute. The mini-film begins amidst flimsy-looking bi-planes and shades of ‘Those Magnificent Men in their Flying Machines,' before moving on to the pre-WWII days, when passengers could fly from Croydon with Imperial Airways to far flung parts of an Empire on which the sun never set. Nostalgic: BA's re-launch mini film will delight with its potted history of air travel that celebrates the firm's origins from 1919 to the present day. Here a De Haviland 51 bi-plane gets checked over History: A still from the advert sees the pilot of a silver De Haviland Dragon DH89 as used by Imperial Airways from Croydon to the four corners of the British Empire Moving on: The ad also features a Douglas DC-3 Dakota from 1949-50 flown by British European Airways (BEA) from Northolt It then winds through the decades of jet travel to Concorde and the present day. The campaign coincides with a five-year plan to invest £5billion on new aircraft, including the giant Airbus A380 superjumbo, new interiors and new services. BA's former motto of ‘the world’s favourite airline’ will be replaced with the company's coat of arms and the words: ‘To fly, to serve.’ Also appearing: A Vickers VC10 Flying for forerunner British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) in the 1960s from Heathrow On the tarmac: 1960s pilots make their way to the Vickers VC10s during the 'Aviators' advert Retired giant: The ad will also feature Concorde, which made its last flight in 2003 before being retired Modern: A British Airways 747 Jumbo Jet will also feature From bi-planes to whipped cream, Maggie's hankerchief and a merger: BA's 92-year history explained August 25, 1919: BA’s forerunner company, Aircraft Transport and Travel Limited (AT&T) launches first daily international air service between London and Paris, operating a single-engined de Havilland DH4A bi-plane from Hounslow Heath near current Heathrow. It carried a single passenger and cargo including newspapers, Devonshire cream and grouse on two-and-a half-hour cross-Channel journey to Le Bourget. 1924: Four fledgling airlines, including Daimler Airways (a successor to AT&T) merge to form Imperial Airways Limited operating from the new London airport at Croydon to all corners of the British Empire and the Continent. 1939: Imperial Airways nationalised at dawn of second world war and merged with another to form British overseas Airways Corporation BOAC. After the war BOAC continued to operate long-haul and transatlantic while a new company British European Airways (BEA) flew Continental and domestic routes. 1950s-60s: The passenger jet age dawned as BOAC flew the Comet to Johannesburg in 1952 in 23 hours with five stops, and began the first transatlantic jet service to New York on October 1958, days ahead of their American rivals. 1960s: BOAC flies in from Miami Beach and is immortalised in a Beatles song – ‘Back in the USSR’. On another fligh
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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? Which 1949 novel begins 'It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen?' How many lines are there in a sonnet? Don Diego de la Vega is the secret identity of which hero? In which novel does an alien invasion commence in Woking, England? In the title of a Shakespeare play, who are Valentine and Proteus? In which George Bernard Shaw play are Professor Henry Higgins and Eliza Doolittle central characters? Which fictional Count's real name is Edmond Dantès? What was the name of Captain Nemo's submarine in Jules Verne's novel? Which poet wrote the Canterbury Tales? Who was Ebenezer Scrooge's deceased partner in 'A Christmas Carol?' Question Who created the fictional town of Middlemarch? In which novel would you find the exceedingly strong drink called the 'Pan-galactic Gargle Blaster?' In which Jane Austen novel do the Bennet family appear? Who is the title hobbit in 'The Hobbit?' Which author used the pseudonyms Isaac Bickerstaffe and Lemuel Gulliver among others? What is the name of the sequel to John Milton's 'Paradise Lost?' In which novel does the character Major Major Major Major appear? Who went on a circumnavigation of the world from the Reform Club as the result of a bet? Which Ray Bradbury novel opens 'It was a pleasure to burn?' Which novel was subtitled 'The Modern Prometheus?' Who wrote the short story 'I, Robot' in 1950? In the Harry Potter novels, as whom did Tom Riddle become infamous? Which novel takes place in the Year of Our Ford 632? Who taught children to fly using 'lovely thoughts' and fairy dust? Which John Steinbeck novel centers on the characters George and Lennie? Who wrote the Twilight series of novels? How are the sisters Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy collectively known? Which mythological figure 'Shrugged' in the title of an Ayn Rand novel? How many syllables are there in a haiku? 'Workers of the world, unite!' is the last line of which work? What real-life Soviet organisation is James Bond's nemesis in the early novels? In which fictional country is the castle of Zenda to be found? Who is the chief protagonist in John Buchan's The 39 Steps? How is David John Cornwell better known? What is the name of Long John Silver’s parrot? At what age do Adrian Mole's diaries start? Who lived the last few years of his life in Paris under the pseudonym 'Sebastian Melmoth'? Who created Noddy?
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Food of Normandy France | USA Today Food of Normandy France The farms of Normandy produce the distinctive flavors of the region. (Photo: Fortified farm near Nogent le Rotrou in Southern Normandy. image by photohub from Fotolia.com ) Related Articles "List of Cities in Normandy, France" The cuisine of Normandy in northwest France is a reflection of the abundance of its farms and orchards. Given its 400-mile-long coastline, Norman cooks also marry local ingredients with the bounty of the sea. The food is simple, but rich--thanks to the generous use of butter and cream--and is a harmonious reflection of the countryside, a rich, green land dotted with ancient villages and acres of apple orchards. Cream Any description of the cuisine of Normandy without the word "cream" would be lacking. Normandy cows ("vaches normandes") produce up to 7 gallons of milk a day, which is famed for its creaminess and liberally used in many Norman dishes. The use of the descriptive word "Normande" usually implies a dish has cream in it. The region also produces a high-quality butter and several world-renowned cheeses, including Camembert, Pont l’Evêque and Boursin. Apples The region's other famous product is the apple. Normandy is not known as a wine-producing region, but does produce large amounts of potent apple cider, which locals often drink with meals. Apples are also used to make Calvados, an apple brandy that is a favorite after-dinner drink and is used to flavor desserts and sauces. Pears also are grown in the region, and their juice is distilled to make eau du vie, a pear-flavored spirit. Bounty of the Sea Normandy's coastal towns are known for their seafood dishes. Oysters, scallops, lobster and sole are harvested from the cold Atlantic waters and served in a variety of ways--marmite dieppoise is a creamy seafood stew; mussels a la creme is a dish of mussels served with cream, herbs and butter; and fruits de mer d'Honfleur is a large platter of raw mussels, oysters and clams with cooked shrimp and lobster served with several dipping sauces. Famed Products Normandy farmers also produce prized ducks and poultry, plus some of the best lamb in the world. A favorite spring dish is roasted pré salé lamb which gets its name (salé is French for salt) and flavor from the grassy salt marshland where the sheep graze. French cooks also hold poulet de Bresse, the local chicken, in high regard; and duck from Rouen is another sought-after ingredient. Regional Specialties Little goes to waste in a Normandy kitchen. Cooks concoct a rich stew from tripe and also make a coarse-grained tripe sausage--andouillette--flavored with spices, wine and onions. Boudin noir, a sausage made from pig's blood, onions and pork fat, is a local specialty made in Mortagne-au-Perche during Lent. Local cooks utilize wild game and another regional specialty is rabbit cooked in cider. Desserts With apples and cream as two stellar regional ingredients, it is no surprise that Normandy is noted for its desserts. Tarte normande, a rich apple tart, is topped with cream. Norman cooks also are credited with inventing brioche and make delicious shortbreads. Creamy rice pudding, a simple, home-style dish, is a local comfort food and Petit suisse is a creamy cheese eaten with fruit at meal's end. References
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What famous sauce is manufactured by McIlhenny & Co? Tabasco What year was th - Pastebin.com In what country can one find 40 species of lemurs? A: Madagascar. RAW Paste Data What famous sauce is manufactured by McIlhenny & Co? Tabasco What year was the first motor race held that was classed as Formula 1? 1950 In the wild west, how was Henry McCarty better known? Billy The Kid How many stories did each of the World Trade Towers have? 110 What is the name of the cafe in Coronation Street? Roy's Rolls According to the BBC how many rooms are there in Buckingham Palace? 775 What is the busiest single-runway airport in the world? London Gatwick By number of films made, which country has the largest film industry? India Who lit the Olympic flame at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics? Muhammad Ali On what day of the year is St George's day held? 23rd of April The scientific unit lumen is used in the measurement of what? Light Which Apollo moon mission was the first to carry a lunar rover vehicle? Apollo 15 Who wrote the Twilight series of novels? Stephenie Meyer What is the capital of India? New Delhi Who wrote the poem 'The Owl and the Pussycat'? Edward Lear Which country had a secret police force known as the Tonton Macoute? Haiti In which city is the European Parliament based? Strasbourg Gala, Jonagold and Pink Lady are varieties of which fruit? Apple Which organ of the body is affected by Bright's Disease? Kidney What is the boiling point of water in Kelvin? 373 K What was the 1st human invention that broke the sound barrier? The whip What name was given to the Samurai code of honour? Bushido What colour is the bullseye on a standard dartboard? Red What song does the main character wake up to every morning in Groundhog Day? I Got You Babe What is the only Central American country in which baseball, not soccer, is the people's favourite sport? Nicaragua What is the largest fresh water lake in North America? Lake Superior Which South American country was named after the Italian city of Venice? Venezuela How many rounds are there in an olympic boxing match? 4 The highest temperature ever recorded outside in the shade was recorded in Azizah, in Africa. In which country is this city located? Libya Which Hasbro `action figure` got its name from a Robert Mitchum film? G.I. Joe In which country is the highest mountain in South America? Argentina How many emirates make up the United Arab Emirates? 7 If you were putting numbers on new changing room lockers to be numbered from 1 to 100, how many times would you use the number 9? 20 Which famous group performed the first ever song on Top Of The Pops in 1964? The Rolling Stones Who wrote the novel Revolutionary Road, which was made into a successful feature film? Richard Yates Which supermodel is seen pole dancing in the White Stripes video for the song `I Just Don`t Know What To Do With Myself`? Kate Moss Which band has released albums titled `Word Gets Around`, `Just Enough Education To Perform` and `Pull The Pin`? Stereophonics In the Adrian Mole Diaries, what is the surname of his girlfriend? Braiwaithe Charlotte Edwards led England`s women to World Cup glory in which sport in March 2009? Cricket What is sake made from? Rice Affenpinscher, Keeshond and Leonberger are all types of what? Dog Who won the 2009 Rugby World Sevens Cup? Wales Who is the only player to win a Champion`s League medal, the Premiership and the FA Cup, and to be relegated from the Premiership without going on to play in the Championship? Kanu With which club did David Beckham make his football league debut? Preston North End Who is the host of the TV show Q.I.? Stephen Fry Anyone Can Fall In Love was a chart hit set to the theme tune of which TV show? EastEnders Who is the only character to appear in the first ever Coronation Street who is still in the show at 2009? Ken Barlow The film `Black Hawk Down` was loosely based on a true incident that took place in 1993 in which country? Somalia What word does the bird constantly repeat in Edgar Allan Poe`s classic poem `The Raven`? Nevermore In the board game `Risk`, what c
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Michael Winner: Film director, national treasure (and no mean restaurant critic) dies | Daily Mail Online comments Film director and national treasure Michael Winner has died aged 77, it was revealed today. His wife Geraldine confirmed that he had passed away at his home in Kensington, west London, after a long battle with liver disease. He made more than 30 films over a career which spanned seven decades, including the blockbuster Death Wish series. As well as his films, he was known for his witty restaurant reviews and larger-than-life personality. Scroll down for video Lia Williams with Winner in 1992 who played Bella in his film Dirty Weekend. The film was based on a novel by Helen Zahavi Prolific: Winner directed more than 30 films including the blockbuster Death Wish series Legend: Film director Michael Winner died aged 77 after a long battle with liver disease Most recently Winner, who was also a regular contributor to the Daily Mail, appeared in adverts for insurance company Esure. The adverts spawned the catchphrase, 'Calm Down dear, it's only a commercial'. Winner revealed in the summer that he was researching the possibility of assisted suicide after doctors told him he had less than two years to live. His health scares in the past included a bacterial infection he got from eating oyster in Barbados, and food poisoning brought on by eating steak tartare four days in a row. Paying tribute to her husband Mrs Winner, a former dancer, said in a statement: 'Michael was a wonderful man, brilliant, funny and generous. A light has gone out in my life.' The couple first met in 1957, when he was 21 and she was 16, but married only in 2011 after a decades-long relationship. In a film career which spanned more than 50 years, he worked with some of the biggest stars in Hollywood, including Marlon Brando, Robert Mitchum and Faye Dunaway. He later reinvented himself as a restaurant critic, writing about food in his typically flamboyant style in his Winner's Dinners column for the Sunday Times, which he gave up only last month. Winner, whose appearance in adverts for motor insurance coined the catchphrase 'Calm down dear, it's only a commercial', also founded and funded the Police Memorial Trust following the murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher outside the Libyan embassy in London in 1984. RELATED ARTICLES Dirty Weekend (1993) Parting Shots (1999) The initiative led to a National Police Memorial being erected in the Mall in central London. Steve Lloyd, trust manager and vice-chairman of the Police Roll of Honour Trust, said: 'Michael had been ill for some time, but this is still a sad loss. 'Michael was a keen supporter of police charities and in particular was the founder of the project that let to the National Police Memorial being placed in the Mall in London. 'There is no doubt that Michael's work will be continued and we at the Trust pass on our sympathies to his family at this sad time. 'The work he did on behalf of the policing family brought a lot of comfort to those he recognised.' Winner had an early introduction to showbusiness - by the age of 14 he was writing a column for local newspapers interviewing stars from Louis Armstrong to Laurence Olivier. His time as editor of the Cambridge University newspaper, Varsity, saw him lead a team that included Michael Frayn and Jonathan Miller, before stints as a film critic on Fleet Street. He got his break in 1956 when he started making documentaries and short films and went on to make dozens of films including an early role for David Hemmings alongside Diana Dors in the 1963 film West 11. Other notable films included a remake of The Big Sleep, with Robert Mitchum as private eye Philip Marlowe, and Hannibal Brooks, which starred Oliver Reed as a prisoner-of-war who makes a bid for freedom with an elephant from a German zoo. But he is probably best known for the 1974 film Death Wish, which starred Charles Bronson as a mild-mannered architect who becomes a violent vigilante after his family is attacked in New York. Hundreds of stars and other well
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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 directly to your inbox + Subscribe Thank you for subscribing! Could not subscribe, try again laterInvalid Email 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? 3. For which series of films were the actors Kenneth Williams and Sid James best known? 4. What is the name given to the largest bee in a hive? 5. Which alternative word for the Devil is a Hebrew word with translates as “Lord Of The Flies”? 6. On which TV island might you have found actor Ricardo Montalban? 7. Mozart’s opera, which was a continuation of The Barber Of Seville, was called The Marriage Of . . . who? 8. What is the nearest planet to the Sun? 9. What was the name of the road sweeper played by Roger Lloyd-Pack in Only Fools And Horses? 10. What connects the answers above? 11. What was the nickname of the first Spice Girl to go solo? 12. Which of the following events did Carl Lewis not win a gold medal for at the 1984 Olympics? Long Jump, 400m or 100m relay? 13. Which two actors were nominated for best actor awards at the Oscars in 1991, both for playing wheelchair-bound characters? 14. How is Eldrick Woods better known? 15. Who did Iain Duncan Smith beat in September, 2001, to become the leader of the Conservative Party? 16. Who was the main villain in the cartoon Wacky Races? 17. When the band Hear‘say formed, who was the oldest member at 24? 18. What is the name of the third book of the Bible? 19. What was advertised with Eva Herzagovia using the slogan “hello boys”? 20. Which model gave birth to her daughter, Lola, in September, 2002? 21. “All children, except one, grow up” is the opening line from which famous story? 22. How are Fizz, Milo, Jake and Bella better known collectively? 23. What number on the Beaufort Scale represents a hurricane? 24. In which film did Jodie Foster play a character called Tallulah? 25. What is pathophobia the fear of? 26. What was the title of the TV show Bonanza changed to? 27. What mountain range is the natural habitat of the llama? 28. What nationality was scientist Marie Curie? 29. Who played the title role in the TV series Worzel Gummidge? 30. Which toy was originally called the Pluto Platter when it was first introduced in 1957? 1. Mama Mia; 2. Galileo; 3. Carry On; 4. Queen; 5. Beelzebub; 6. Fantasy; 7. Figaro; 8. Mercury; 9. Trigger; 10. The song Bohemian Rhapsody; 11. Ginger Spice; 12. 400m; 13. Tom Cruise (for Born On The Fourth Of July) and Daniel Day-Lewis (for My Left Foot); 14. Tiger Woods; 15. Ken Clarke; 16. Dick Dastardly; 17. Kym Marsh; 18. Leviticus; 19. The Wonderbra; 20. Kate Moss; 21. Peter Pan; 22. The Tweenies; 23. 12; 24. Bugsy Malone; 25. Illness; 26. Ponderosa; 27. Andes; 28. Polish; 29. Jon Pertwee; 30. Frisbee Like us on Facebook Most Read Most Recent
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Worksop Nottinghamshire Win one of three city breaks Experience Nottinghamshire Survey Close Give us feedback on our website and be entered into a free prize draw to win a Nottinghamshire themed hamper full of foodie delights. Our short survey should take no more than a couple of minutes. Complete Survey. Only one email address per entry for the Nottinghamshire themed hamper prize draw, the winner will be selected at random. Terms and conditions apply and can be obtained via email from enquiries@experiencenottingham.com. You are here: Worksop Worksop Worksop is famed as the 'Gateway to the Dukeries', a unique selection of Ducal properties in north Nottinghamshire. With many local attractions in the town and nearby, you’ll find plenty of things to see and do together with places to stay. The National Trust owned Mr Straw’s House is one of the biggest tourist attractions in Worksop. The unassuming semi-detached Edwardian house changes on entry into a 1920’s museum, with original artefacts from the era set out as if someone was to return home at any minute. The Ducal estates with which Worksop is closely associated are Clumber Park , Welbeck Abbey, Thoresby Hall and Worksop Manor. Worksop Manor was destroyed by the Duke of Northumberland when he purchased it in the 19th century but you can still visit the other three. Although Welbeck Abbey is still privately owned, there are attractions such as the Harley Gallery and the School of Artisan Foods on the broader estate near Worksop. You’ll also be able to visit Clumber Park and Thoresby Park as these are both popular visitor attractions.
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BBC - Wiltshire Days Out - Spend a day at Longleat The BBC is not responsible for the content of external websites. FACTS Longleat Safari Park is open from 5th April - 2nd November 2003, 10am - 4pm and 10am - 5pm weekends, bank holidays and during school holidays. Longleat House is open until 31st December 2003. Easter to September 10am - 5.30pm. Rest of year guided tours at set times between 11am - 3pm. Longleat is just off the A36 between Bath and Salisbury. Longleat was voted UK Family Attraction of the Year 2002. A Longleat Passport costs £16.00 for adults and £13.00 for Children/Senior Citizens. Special rates for groups. Dogs are welcome on leads in the grounds. They are not allowed in the attractions, guide dogs exempt. Free kenneling is available during Safari Park visits There are baby changing facilities in the grounds. There are a number of different areas for refreshment - The Cellar Cafe offers light lunches and cream teas, the Wessex Pavilion offers hot meals, drinks and snacks and there are snack kiosks around the main square. PRINT THIS PAGE View a printable version of this page. Set in 9,000 acres of rolling countryside and just a few miles from the Wiltshire market town of Warminster, lies the Longleat estate. The estate consists of 4,000 acres of let farmland, 4,000 acres of woodland, which includes a Center Parcs holiday village and a further 1,000 acres of 'Capability' Brown landscaped parkland. The story began when Longleat House was built in 1540 after a former employee of King Henry VIII - John Thynn, purchased the ruins of a priory for £53. After the first house was destroyed by fire, Thynn bought a quarry of Bath stone and rebuilt it. The house and estate has remained in the Thynn family through the years and each successive generation has added their own personal flourishes. The current incumbent, the 7th Marquess of Bath, Alexander Thynn's contribution has been to create his own colourful murals which decorate the family apartments. In 1949, Longleat became the first stately home to open to the public and since then the entire estate has grown to become Wiltshire's foremost tourist attraction. Available during the tourist season is the Longleat Passport. The Longleat Passport includes entrance into all 12 of the Longleat attractions. If you don't get time to visit all the attractions in one day, you can retain the passport and return at a later date and continue your exploration, however, each attraction can be visited only once. The camels at Longleat don't care where they sit! Longleat's main draw is its Safari Park, the UK's very first such enclosure which opened in 1966. Visitors to Longleat can drive their cars through the park and observe all manner of exotic wildlife up-close. These include the famous 'Lions of Longleat' and several Tigers such as 'Chandi' a rare white female Tigress. Also to be seen as you drive through the park are mischievous Rhesus Monkey's (who can be guaranteed to inquisitively clamber onto your vehicle!) as well as herds of Giraffes, Zebra, Rhinos and Camels. Hand feed the deer at Longleat Deer have been kept on the Longleat Estate for more than 450 years and prove to be the most benign of animals on display. Visitors can buy Deer feed at £1 a cup and hand-f
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The Minoan civilisation was based on which island?
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History of Minoan Crete History of Minoan Crete Geography and Economy of Crete The island of Crete is located in the center of the eastern Mediterranean at the crossroads of Africa, Asia, and Europe. It measures about 200 Km from east to west, and between 12 to 58 Km from north to south at its narrowest and widest distances, making it one of the largest islands in the Mediterranean sea. Crete's largest modern town is Heraklion (35° 20' latitude, 25° 08' longitude) and its landscape oscillates between tall, rugged mountains, gentle slopes, and plateaus, which are framed by the Aegean coast line to the North, and the Lybian Sea to the south. The temperate climate of Crete with its short, mild winters and its dry, warm summers, along with the fertility of the Cretan plains produces sufficient food supplies to support an affluent local population, and for exports. The inhabitants of ancient Crete --whom we call Minoans-- produced a decentralized culture based on the abundance of the land's natural resources, and on intense commercial activity. While the island appears today completely deforested, in ancient times timber was one of the natural resources that was commercially exploited and exported to nearby Egypt, Syria, Cyprus, the Aegean Islands and the Greek mainland. Besides timber Crete exported food, cypress wood, wine, currants, olive oil, wool, cloth, herbs, and purple dye. Its imports consisted of precious stones, copper (most likely from Cyprus), ivory, silver, gold, and other raw material. They also imported tin that was used in the production of bronze alloys. Interestingly, the nearest known tin mines appear as far as Spain, Britain, central Europe, and Iran. Besides raw materials, the Minoans also adopted from the surrounding cultures artistic ideas and techniques as evident in Egypt's influence on the Minoan wall frescoes, and on goldsmithing production knowledge imported by Syria. The Minoans had developed significant naval power and for many centuries lived in contact with all the major civilizations of the time without being significantly threatened by external forces. Their commercial contact with ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia undeniably influenced their own culture, and the Minoan civilization in turn appeared as the forerunner of the Greek civilization. The Minoans are credited as the first European civilization. Habitation and Chronology of Crete Archaeological evidence testifies to the island's habitation since the 7th millennium BC After the 5th millennium BC we find the first evidence of hand-made ceramic pottery which marks the beginning of the civilization Evans, the famed archaeologist who excavated Knossos, named "Minoan" after the legendary king Minos. Evans divided the Minoan civilization into three eras on the basis of the stylistic changes of the pottery. His comparative chronology included an Early (3000-2100 BC), a Middle (2100-1500 BC), and a Late Minoan period (1500-1100 BC). Since this chronology posed several problems in studying the culture, professor N. Platon has developed a chronology based on the palaces' destruction and reconstruction. He divided Minoan Crete into Prepalatial (2600-1900 BC), Protopalatial (1900-1700 BC), Neopalatial (1700-1400 BC), and Postpalatial (1400-1150 BC). We do not have much information about the very early Minoans before 2600 BC. We have seen the development of several minor settlements near the coast, and the beginning of burials in tholos tombs, as well as in caves around the island. Prepalatial Minoan Crete (2600-1900 BC) Neolithic life in ancient Crete consisted of major settlements at Myrtos and Mochlos. During this period the Minoans had contact with Egypt, Asia Minor, and Syria with whom they traded for copper, tin, ivory, and gold. The archaeological evidence reveals a decentralized culture with no powerful landlords and no centralized authority. The palaces of this period are focused around communities, and circular tholos tombs were the major architectural structures of the time. The manner by which the dead were buried in these t
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Easter Island - Facts & Summary - HISTORY.com Google Early Settlement The first human inhabitants of Rapa Nui (the Polynesian name for Easter Island; its Spanish name is Isla de Pascua) are believed to have arrived in an organized party of emigrants around 300-400 A.D. Tradition holds that the first king of Rapa Nui was Hoto-Matua, a ruler from a Polynesian subgroup (possibly from the Marquesa Islands) whose ship traveled thousands of miles before landing at Anakena, one of the few sandy beaches on the island’s rocky coast. Did You Know? After the decline of the moai culture, a new cult of bird worship developed on Easter Island. It was centered on a ceremonial village called Orongo, built on the rim of the crater of the Rano Kao volcano. The greatest evidence for the rich culture developed by the original settlers of Rapa Nui and their descendants is the existence of nearly 900 giant stone statues that have been found in diverse locations around the island. Averaging 13 feet (4 meters) high, with a weight of 13 tons, these enormous stone busts–known as moai–were carved out of tuff (the light, porous rock formed by consolidated volcanic ash) and placed atop ceremonial stone platforms called ahus. It is still unknown precisely why these statues were constructed in such numbers and on such a scale, or how they were moved around the island. Phases of Island Culture Archaeological excavations of Easter Island reveal three distinct cultural phases: the early period (700-850 A.D.), the middle period (1050-1680) and the late period (post-1680). Between the early and middle periods, evidence has shown that many early statues were deliberately destroyed and rebuilt as the larger and heavier moai for which the island is most famous. During the middle period, ahus also contained burial chambers, and the images portrayed by moai are thought to have represented important figures that were deified after death. The biggest statue found dating to the middle period measures about 32 feet tall, and consists of a single block weighing about 82 tons (74,500 kilograms). The late period of the island’s civilization was characterized by civil wars and general destruction; more statues were toppled, and many mataa, or obsidian spearpoints, have been found dating to that period. Island tradition claims that around 1680, after peacefully coexisting for many years, one of the island’s two main ethnic groups, known as the Short-Ears, rebelled against the Long-Ears, burning many of them to death on a pyre constructed along an ancient ditch at Poike, on the island’s far northeastern coast. Outsiders on Easter Island The first known European visitor to Easter Island was the Dutch explorer Jacob Roggeveen, who arrived in 1722. The Dutch named the island Paaseiland (Easter Island) to commemorate the day they arrived. In 1770, the Spanish viceroy of Peru sent an expedition to the island; the explorers spent four days ashore and estimated a native population of some 3,000 people. Just four years later, the British navigator Sir James Cook arrived to find Easter Island’s population decimated by what seemed to have been a civil war, with only 600 to 700 men and fewer than 30 women remaining. A French navigator, Jean-Francois de Galaup, comte de La Perouse, found 2,000 people on the island when he arrived in 1786. A major slave raid from Peru in 1862, followed by epidemics of smallpox, reduced the population to only 111 people by 1877. By that time, Catholic missionaries had settled on Easter Island and begun to convert the population to Christianity, a process that was completed by the late 19th century. In 1888, Chile annexed Easter Island, leasing much of the land for sheep raising. The Chilean government appointed a civilian governor for Easter Island in 1965, and the island’s residents became full Chilean citizens. Easter Island Today An isolated triangle measuring 14 miles long by seven miles wide, Easter Island was formed by a series of volcanic eruptions. In addition to its hilly terrain, the island contains many subterranean caves with corridors tha
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Ouzel is an old name for the turdus merula aka which common garden bird?
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The RSPB: Blackbird Blackbird Conservation status: Green The males live up to their name but, confusingly, females are brown often with spots and streaks on their breasts. The bright orange-yellow beak and eye-ring make adult male blackbirds one of the most striking garden birds. One of the commonest UK birds, its mellow song is also a favourite. Illustrations
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OSU-recommended vegetables provide best yields in local gardens | Oregon State University Extension Service | Gardening OSU-recommended vegetables provide best yields in local gardens Last Updated: March 11, 2011 CORVALLIS, Ore. — Vegetable varieties and melons recommended by Oregon State University for 2011 are adapted to local growing conditions to produce the best yields in home gardens. The OSU Extension Service recommends the updated varieties listed here for all areas of the state except regions indicated. "We look at these varieties at least two years before we can make recommendations," said Annie Chozinski, faculty research assistant with the horticulture department at OSU. "Some we consider for many years, especially if they vary from year to year," she said. "We observe and measure many traits, but it's the overall score that helps us decide. If something has high scores in everything but succumbs to disease pressure, it is not recommended. Similarly, if something is highly disease resistant but has odd flavors, size or variability, we don't recommend it." Regions: I. Oregon coast: cool but long season of 190 to 250 days. II. Western valleys: 150-250 day season; warm days, cool nights; length of season may very considerably from year to year. III. High elevations: short growing season of 90 to 120 days; frost possible in any month. IV. Columbia and Snake River valleys: 120- to 200-day season; hot days, warm nights, length of season fairly well defined. Recommended varieties: (not regions III and IV) Green Globe, Imperial Star, Emerald. Asparagus Mary Washington, Jersey Knight, Jersey Giant, UC 157, Purple Passion. Beans (green bush) Tendercrop, Venture, Slenderette, Oregon 91G, Oregon Trail, Provider, Jade, Oregon 54. (flat Italian) Roma II. (French filet) Nickel, Straight 'N Narrow. (green pole) Blue Lake, Kentucky Wonder, Romano, Cascade Giant, Kentucky Blue, Oregon Giant. (wax bush) Goldenrod, Goldrush, Indy Gold, Slenderwax. (lima, bush, large seeded) Fordhook 242 (or any Fordhook). (lima, bush, small seeded) Thorogreen, Baby Fordhook, Jackson Wonder. (dry) Pinto, Red Kidney, White Kidney (Cannellini), Cranberry, Etna. (edible Soybeans or Edamame) Envy, Early Hakucho, Butterbean, Sayamusume, Misono Green. Beets Ruby Queen, Red Ace, Kestrel, Early Wonder, Pacemaker III, Detroit Dark Red, Red Cloud. (cylindrical) Cylindra, Forono. (greens) Early Wonder Tall Top, Bull's Blood. Broccoli Premium Crop, Packman, Arcadia, Early Dividend, Windsor, Emerald Pride, Gypsy. (Romanesco type) Romanesco, Veronica. (early) Parel, Primax, Farao, Tendersweet, Gonzales, Surprise. (main season) Golden Acre, Bravo, Charmant, Cambria, Invento. (late fall, winter) Danish Ballhead, Storage Hybrid #4, Blue Thunder. (red) Ruby Perfection, Red Acre. (savoy) Melissa, Savoy Express, Savoy Ace, Perfection, Famosa. Chinese cabbage Pac choi: Mei Qing Choy, Joi Choi. Carrots Red Core Chantenay, Royal Chantenay, Scarlet Nantes, Mokum, Bolero, Apache, Danvers, Sugarsnax 54, Nelson, Napa, Kuroda, Nantindo, Magnum, Navarino, Sweetness III, Napoli, Yaya, Vitana, Skywalker. (yellow) Yellowstone. (baby carrots) Minicore, Parmex, Thumbelina. Cauliflower Snowball "Y" Improved, Snow Crown, Candid Charm, Apex, Amazing. (Purple) Violet Queen, Graffiti. Fordhook Giant, Rhubarb, Bright Lights, Bright Yellow, Silverado, Broadstem Green. Chicory (green) Crystal Hat (tall, slender heads). (red, also known as Radicchio) Chiogga Red Preco, Palla Rosa Special, Indigo, Treviso (tall, slender heads). Celery Standard sweet (early): Sundance, Early Sunglow, Seneca Horizon. (main season): Jubilee (also called Golden Jubilee). Supersweet (early): Butterfruit. Sugary enhanced (very early): Sugar Buns. (early): Precocious, Spring Treat. (main season): Incredible, Kandy King, Kandy Korn, Legend, Bodacious. White Kernels (must be isolated from yellow or bicolor types to get all white kernels). Supersweet (main season): How Sweet It Is, Xtratender 378A, Mirai 421W. Sugary enhanced (early): Sugar Pearl Sugary enhanced (main season): Argent, Whiteout, Si
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In Australia, on which side of the road do motorists drive?
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Driving Down Under: What You Need to Know Driving Down Under: What You Need to Know Driving Down Under: What You Need to Know Cavan Images/Taxi/Getty Images By Larry Rivera Updated November 28, 2016. While cars operate in a similar way all over the world, the differences between travelling on the right and left side of the road can really throw a driver off. To add more confusion into the mix, driving a car from a right-handed driver’s seat when you’re used to driving from the left seat in the car takes even more getting used to. Foreign travellers who would like to drive in Australia need to consider these conventions before they even get in the vehicle. Here’s a few things to be aware of before you grab those keys and get going! First rule: Drive on the left side of the road Sticking to the left side of the road can make the world seem like it’s flipped upside down when you’re used to driving on the right. In places like the United States, vehicles are operated from the right side of the road, so for those travelling from these kinds of countries, it’s especially important to remember which way the traffic is flowing before driving in Australia. continue reading below our video Before Your Road Trip, Watch This Other than understanding that Australian drivers always stick to the left side of the road , foreign drivers must remember to stay on that left side after they’ve turned left or right. Force of habit might provoke you to swing onto the right side, so it’s important to concentrate. The only time an Australian driver may venture toward the right side of the road is when they’re safely travelling around parked cars in quiet side streets when there’s no oncoming traffic from the other side, or when they’re being guided to the right side in an official roadworks or police-led situation. Even in these circumstances, the driver must return to the left side as soon as they are able. Right side of the car Most Australian cars are fitted with right-sided driver’s seats, and this might be difficult for foreign drivers to get used to in addition to the reversed road position. To help become accustomed to sitting on this side, remember that the oncoming traffic will be coming on the side of your right shoulder. Many Australian cars are now equipped with automatic transmission instead of stick shift gears, which should make things more simple and allow you to concentrate more efficiently. What else is there to think about? Once you’ve processed the reversed positions, the act of driving in Australia is very similar to driving elsewhere. However, there are still a few things to consider before you get in the driver’s seat. International travellers are permitted to drive in Australia with a foreign driver’s licence for up to three months, provided that the licence is in English. If a driver’s licence does not have a photo, drivers are required to carry another form of formal photo identification with them. If a licence is in a foreign language, drivers are required to obtain an International Driver’s Permit. This is done in the home country before leaving for Australia. Those wishing to stay in Australia for longer than three months will need to apply for a state licence. It is up to all drivers on Australian roads to familarise themselves with the road rules, which vary from state to state.
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Space Today Online - Spaceports Around the World - Australia Spaceports Around the World: Australia's Woomera and Weipa Spaceports Satellites have been blasted to space from Australia. On October 28, 1971, Great Britain became the sixth nation to launch an artificial moon to orbit above Earth. The satellite, named Black Knight 1, rode atop a rocket called Black Arrow in a launch from Woomera, Australia. Woomera. This village with a population of 1,805 is a small town in the north of South Australia managed by the Australian Department of Defence. It was established in 1947 as a testing station for the British experimental rocket program. South Australia is home to the famous Outback, which contains 80 percent of the state's area, but less than 0.75 percent of its population. Great Britain and Australia tested rockets on the firing range at Woomera from the end of World War II through the 1970's. Numerous rockets were launched, including the early Europa series. Woomera also operated as a NASA tracking station until 1972. The rocket testing range and the Nurrungar communications station are prohibited areas managed by the Defence Department. More recently, the Australian Space Council has been considering the possibility of new launch pads at Woomera as well as at Weipa and Darwin. Sparsely populated Woomera has useful infrastructure, is usually cloud free, and would be a good location for access to polar orbits. Darwin. Unlike the empty desert area around Woomera, this capital of the Northern Territory is a bustling tropical city clustering around the beaches of Darwin Harbour Weipa. Weipa is on the Cape York Peninsula in Queensland. Cape York is the most northerly tip of Australia and a four-day four-wheel-drive trip from Cooktown through some of the most rugged sandy and wooded country in Australia. One of the world's last rainforest wildernesses, the unexplored domain is accessed via rugged dirt roads which cross several rivers that often swell and close the roads during the wet season. The Queensland state government has been putting a lot of energy into promoting space launches from Weipa, Australia, trading the excellent climate in the remote, northern, sparsely-populated 4,000-square-mile Cape York Peninsula -- including its overpopulation of crocodiles -- for a slice of the worldwide spaceflight launching pie. It's certainly a low-overhead area at the moment. And it probably can guarantee longer life in space for satellites since it's only about 15 degrees below the equator. An orbiting stationary satellite, which had been launched from Cape York Peninsula, would need 120 lbs. less fuel to maintain its orbit. That would mean a couple of years more working life in space. The premier of Queensland, calling the weather at Weipa as near perfect as one could want, said that should be attractive to governments and private companies who could replace Mother Nature's local environment with steel towers, concrete runways and hotels. In the early 1990s, Australia organized a Cape York Space Agency to develop a Queensland launch facility. A Queensland University scientist said spaceport operators could earn millions of dollars in profits, even after the expense of moving the crocodiles elsewhere. Meeting resistance. However, thousands of Aborigines who call tropical Cape York Peninsula home disagreed with the premier of Queensland. They campaigned against the proposed launch site, calling it a "second invasion" of their country. The spaceport is backed by the government of Australia and the state of Queensland, but the Wuthathi and Kuku Yau communities of Aborigines said the launch site was planned in Tokyo, Moscow and Washington, without consideration for local land rights. The local Cape York Aboriginal Land Council used legal means to stop the development. Wuthathi people are traditional Aborigine owners of the outlying land on the east coast of Cape York Peninsula. Japanese shuttle landings. Japan, with ambitious plans for its Hope space shuttle to carry freight to the International Space Station, had been thinking abo
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All-Time Greatest Golfers From South Africa 3. Ernie Els Els followed in Gary Player's peripatetic footsteps by traveling the globe to pursue his golf career. For most of his pro career, Els has played pretty much everywhere: America and Africa and Australia and Asia and Europe. And he's won everywhere. Els has two U.S. Open titles and two Open Championship crowns; through July 2012, he had 19 USPGA Tour titles and 27 wins on the European Tour, plus numerous other wins on the South African, Asian and Japan tours. More » Photo © Rich Hodge; used with permission 4. Retief Goosen The Goose's first win in the United States was the 2001 U.S. Open . Three years later, he added another U.S. Open. Goosen also has wins on the Sunshine Tour, the Asian Tour and the European Tour (more than a dozen through 2010), to go along with his seven official PGA Tour victories (through 2010). 5. David Frost Frost is another of the great putters in golf history, and he's the only South African other than Player, Locke and Els to have double-digit victories on the USPGA Tour. Frost won 10 times on the PGA Tour. Frost also won on the Sunshine Tour, in Europe and in Japan. 6. Rory Sabbatini It's a tough call putting Sabbatini ahead of major winner Charl Schwartzel, but Sabbatini is the older, more-established player, who has a longer, strong body of work behind him. Unlike the other players on this list, Sabbatini's full-time career has been spent almost entirely on the USPGA. He has no wins on other any tour. But he does have six wins (as of 2012) on the USPGA. On the world's top tour, he's been a consistent performer and strong presence over an extended period of time. 7. Charl Schwartzel Schwartzel vaulted up this list when he won the 2011 Masters , his first major and his first official USPGA Tour victory. But Schwartzel, 27 years old at the time, was already building a case for himself. He had won five times on the Sunshine Tour, three of those events cosanctioned by the European Tour. And his three other European Tour victories through early 2011 included big wins at the Dunhill Championship and Open de Espana . 8. Louis Oosthuizen At the time Oosthuizen won the 2010 British Open , he had but a handful of other victories on pro tours. Since then, he's added a few more on both the European and Sunshine (South African) tours. 8. Trevor Immelman Injuries have interrupted his career, but he won the 2008 Masters and prior to that had one other win on the PGA Tour, along with victories in Africa and Europe. 10. Harold Henning Henning won twice on the USPGA and once on the European tours, along with more than 15 wins in South Africa. His PGA Tour victories were in 1966 and 1970, and his Euro win was in 1981. Then he had several productive years on the Champions Tour in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
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Sports Guide Sports Guide A blog describing how to be a sports champion,giving your sports tips. Thursday, 8 August 2013 SURBITON TROPHY THE SURBITON TROPHY IS A TENNIS TOURNAMENT. IT IS ORGANIZED FOR MALE PROFESSIONAL PLAYERS. IT IS PLAYED ON GRASS COURTS. THE EVENT IS HELD ANNUALLY IN SURBITON, GREAT BRITAIN SINCE 1998 AND TAKES PART ON THE CHALLENGER SERIES OF THE ATP TOUR. THIS TOURNAMENT WAS FIRST ORGANIZED IN 1988. GIANLUCA POZZI WAS THE FIRST CHAMPION AND KEVIN ULLYETT WAS THE RUNNER UP. Posted by SOUTH ASIAN GAMES THE SOUTH ASIAN GAMES IS ALSO KNOWN AS SAF GAMES. EARLIER ,IT WAS KNOWN AS SOUTH ASIAN FEDERATION GAMES. IT IS A MULTI-SPORT EVENT. THE SOUTH ASIAN GAMES IS HELD IN TWO YEARS. IT IS HELD AMONG THE ATHLETES FROM SOUTH AFRICA. THE GOVERNING BODY OF THESE GAMES IS SOUTH ASIAN SPORTSCOUNCIL[SASC]. IT WAS FORMED IN 1983. AT PRESENT , SAF HAS EIGHT MEMBERS NAMELY AFGHANISTAN,BANGLADESH,BHUTAN,INDIA,MALDIVES,NEPAL,PAKISTAN ,SRI LANKA. Posted by SOUTH AMERICAN GAMES THE SOUTH AMERICAN GAMES WAS FORMERLY CALLED THE SOUTHERN CROSS GAMES.IT IS A REGIONAL MULTI-SPORT EVENT. THE COUNTRIES OF SOUTH AMERICA TAKE PART IN THIS SPORT EVENT. IT IS ORGANIZED BY THE SOUTH AMERICAN SPORTS ORGANIZATION . THE FIRST SOUTH AMERICAN GAMES WAS HELD IN 1978. IT WAS CONDUCTED IN LA PAZ,BOLVIA. SINCE THEN, IT HAS BEEN ARRANGED EVERY FOUR YEARS. THE LAST ONE WAS IN COLOMBIA IN 2010. Posted by SANTHOSH TROPHY SANTHOSH TROPHY IS AN INDIAN FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT. IT IS HELD ANNUALLY AND CONTESTED BY THE INDIAN STATES AND GOVERNMENT INSTITUTIONS . WEST BENGAL WERE THE FIRST WINNERS OF SANTHOSH TROPHY. TILL THE DAY, THEY HAVE WON 29 TITLES AND THUS RETAINED THE TOP POSITION AMONG THE ALL-TIME WINNERS. THE TOURNAMENT BEGAN IN 1941. IT WAS THE MOST IMPORTANT FOOTBALL COMPETITION OF INDIA FOR MANY YEARS. THE TROPHY IS NAMED AFTER THE LATE MAHARAJA SIR MANMATHA NATH ROY CHOWDHARY OF SANTHOSH,WHICH IS NOW IN BANGLADESH. Posted by RANJI TROPHY THE RANJI TROPHY IS A DOMESTIC FIRST-CLASS CRICKET CHAMPIONSHIP PLAYED IN INDIA. IT IS PLAYED BETWEEN DIFFERENT CITY AND STATE TEAMS. RANJI TROPHY IS TO ENGLAND AND PURA CUP IS TO AUSTRALIA . THE COMPETITION IS NAMED AFTER KUMAR SHRI RANJITSINHJI. HE IS ALSO KNOWN AS 'RANJI'. THE RANJI TROPHY WAS STARTED IN 1934. IT IS ORGANIZED BY THE BOARD OF CRICKET CONTROL IN INDIA. MOST OF THE TEAMS PLAYING IN THE RANJI TROPHY REPRESENTS INDIVIDUAL CITIES SUCH AS MUMBAI OR HYDERBAD. Posted by PURA CUP THE PURA CUP WAS FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE SHEFFIELD SHIELD. THE PURA CUP IS THE DOMESTIC FIRST CLASS CRICKET COMPETITION IN AUSTRALIA. SIX STATE TEAMS TAKE PART IN THIS COMPETITION . THEY PLAY 4-DAY MATCHES AGAINST EVERY OTHER TEAM BOTH AT HOME AND AWAY. TEAMS ARE AWARDED POINTS BASED ON THE RESULTS OF THE MATCH. EACH TEAM PLAYS TWO MATCHES EACH AGAINST EVERY TEAM. THEN ,THE TWO HIGHEST RANKED TEAMS PLAY A 5-DAY FINAL. THE FINAL IS PLAYED AT THE HOME GROUND OF THE TEAM THAT FINISHED ON TOP OF THE TABLE AT THE END OF THE REGULAR SEASON MATCHES. Posted by
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Euler, Leonhard (1707-1783) -- from Eric Weisstein's World of Scientific Biography Euler, Leonhard (1707-1783) Swiss mathematician who was tutored by Johann Bernoulli . He worked at the Petersburg Academy and Berlin Academy of Science. He had a phenomenal memory, and once did a calculation in his head to settle an argument between students whose computations differed in the fiftieth decimal place. Euler lost sight in his right eye in 1735, and in his left eye in 1766. Nevertheless, aided by his phenomenal memory (and having practiced writing on a large slate when his sight was failing him), he continued to publish his results by dictating them. Euler was the most prolific mathematical writer of all times finding time (even with his 13 children) to publish over 800 papers in his lifetime. He won the Paris Academy Prize 12 times. When asked for an explanation why his memoirs flowed so easily in such huge quantities, Euler is reported to have replied that his pencil seemed to surpass him in intelligence. François Arago said of him "He calculated just as men breathe, as eagles sustain themselves in the air" (Beckmann 1971, p. 143; Boyer 1968, p. 482). Euler systematized mathematics by introducing the symbols e ,
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What is the capital of Serbia?
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What is the Capital of Serbia? - Capital-of.com Dates of religious and Civil holidays around the world. www.when-is.com Capital of Serbia The Capital City of Serbia (officially named Republic of Serbia) is the city of Belgrade. The population of Belgrade was . Serbia is a sarbian speaking country that does not border with any sea. Additional Information
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What is the Capital of Turkey? - Capital-of.com Dates of religious and Civil holidays around the world. www.when-is.com Capital of Turkey The Capital City of Turkey (officially named Republic of Turkey) is the city of Ankara. The population of Ankara in the year 2008 was 71,517,100 (12,573,836 in the metropolitan area). Turkey is a Turkish speaking country on the coasts of the Mediterranean Sea, the Black Sea, Sea of Marmara and the Aegean Sea. Additional Information
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The fashion for wearing silicone gel wristbands started in 2004 with a yellow 'anti-cancer' band, whose charity launched it?
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Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: December 2014 Macclesfield Pub Quiz League 2. S is for Science 3. Arts & Entertainment 4. Oranges are not the only fruit 5. Vans 4 U 6. Actors in disguise (Picture Round) 7. History – Christmas Day ROUND 1 - GEOGRAPHY 1. What is the only state of New England with no coastline? VERMONT 2. Which US state has an area in a different time zone to the rest of the state which is pejoratively referred to as the ‘Redneck Riviera’? FLORIDA 3. Natives of which British city, which during its 19th century industrial heyday was known as ‘Copperopolis’, are sometimes referred to as ‘Jacks’? SWANSEA 4. Natives of which British city and ferry port are sometimes referred to as ‘Janners’? PLYMOUTH 5. Which city is served by Dum Dum airport? CALCUTTA / KOLKATA 6. Which semi-arid zone extends from Senegal to the Sudan? The SAHEL 7. Which West African country left the Commonwealth in 2013? The GAMBIA 8. What is the only Central American country without a coastline on the Caribbean Sea? EL SALVADOR Supp. a. What stretches for 137 miles from Warwick Bar in Birmingham to Brentford in Middlesex? GRAND UNION CANAL b. Which country has the most lines of latitude passing through it? CANADA ROUND 2 - S IS FOR SCIENCE ALL ANSWERS BEGIN WITH S 1. What “s” is a huge stellar explosion from the death of a star? SUPERNOVA 2. What “s” is the type of plant capable of retaining water such as Aloe or Cactus? SUCCULENT 3. What “s” is a seed produced by mushrooms? SPORE 4. What “s” is the respiratory disease that became a pandemic in 2003? SARS 5. What “s” is a soft silver-white or yellowish metallic element, atomic number 38 named after a village in Scotland near which it was discovered in 1790 by William Cruickshank? STRONTIUM 6. Which American medical researcher and virologist discovered and developed the first successful polio vaccine? Jonas SALK 7. Appearing on the coat of arms of South Africa and Sudan, which terrestrial bird of prey of the Sagitariidae family is usually found in the open grasslands and savannah of the sub-Saharan region ? SECRETARY BIRD 8. What is defined as the ratio of the length of the side of the triangle opposite the angle to that of the hypotenuse ? SINE Supp. a. What “s” is the measurement for saltiness?” SALINITY b. What “s” is a liquid that helps solubilize a solid or another liquid? SOLVENT ROUND 3 - ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 1. Which actor played Lieutenant John Chard, commander in chief at Rorke’s Drift in the 1964 film Zulu? Stanley BAKER 2. Baker Street was a 1978 hit for which Scottish singer who died in 2011 aged 63. Gerry RAFFERTY 3. Who was the singer/songwriter wife of American lyricist Gerry Goffin with whom he wrote a number of hit songs of the early to mid 1960’s? Carole KING 4. Which actor’s roles have included aspiring comedian Rupert Pupkin in Martin Scorsese’s 1982 film The King of Comedy and deranged killer Max Cady in Scorsese’s 1991 remake of Cape Fear? Robert DE NIRO 5. Rob Roy, Ivanhoe and The Lady of the Lake were all written by which Scottish novelist, playwright and poet? Sir Walter SCOTT 6. James Thurber’s 1939 short story, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty has recently been made into a film starring Ben Stiller in the title role but who portrayed Walter in the original 1947 version? Danny KAYE 7. Danny DeVito played Martini, Will Sampson played Chief Bromden and Louise Fletcher played Nurse Mildred Ratched in which multi Oscar winning film of Ken Kesey’s 1962 novel? ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST 8. Roll Over Beethoven and Johnny B. Goode were hit singles for which rock n roll star of the 50’s and 60’s? Chuck BERRY Supp. a. Berry Gordy was the founder of which legendary record label? MOTOWN b. A Town Like Alice is a 1950 novel by which author? Nevil SHUTE ROUND 4 – ORANGES ARE NOT THE ONLY FRUIT The answers all contain ITEMS OF FRUIT OR VEGETABLES – where these are part of someone’s name, it could be first name, surname or nickname. Please give FULL ANSWERS, i.e. full names where the answer is a name, not just the fruit or veg in question. 1. Which famous basketball player who re
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Netty Royal uploaded: 2 January 1999 / last modified: 1 January 2000 Archived royal news from my old website for the year 1999. January 2nd Anne of Great Britain, the Princess Royal, has retained her position as the royal family's busiest member in 1998. She carried out 679 engagements; the Queen herself in second place only had 574 engagements. In total the British royal family carried out 3705 engagements (all together 13 members). January 3rd The British Queen Elizabeth wants to open the art collection of the royal family for the public. Therefore an architect is going to design a new gallery in Buckingham Palace. The collection contains paintings of Rembrandt, Johannes Vermeer, Michelangelo, Raphael and others. It should be opened in February 2002, in the year the Queen hopes to celebrate her 50th reign anniversary. January 4th If necessary King Sihanouk of Cambodge wants to testify himself if the UN should establish an international court of justice to trial the Red Khmer leaders arrested for two weeks. He would even give up his royal and constitutional immunity and even accept an eventually imprisonment himself. King Sihanouk has also been King for a short while during the Red Khmer domination in the 70's. According to some reports the British Princes William and Harry and about 20 friends celebrated a party at Windsor Castle on December 20th after Queen Elizabeth and her husband Prince Philip went to bed. It seems they played music and drank alcohol. They should have gone sleighing in the garden on serving-trays from the kitchen. During a ski trip in Are, Sweden, King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden gave first aid to a Japanese tourist who lost his friends out of sight. They stayed with him until there came some help. When the friends and the Japanese man wanted to thank the rescuers they had already disappeared. January 5th Princess Juliana of the Netherlands (89) was taken to hospital in Utrecht yesterday, after she felt unwell at her home. It seems it goes about hart problems. After some examinations she went home in the evening today. January 6th The news everybody was waiting for has been announced finally by Buckingham Palace: Prince Edward, youngest son of the Queen, is finally getting married. The happy girl is Sophie Rhys-Jones, his girlfriend since at least 1993. The wedding will probably take place in the late spring or early summer, with the couple favouring St.George's Chapel at Windsor Castle. It seems Edward finally asked Sophie to marry him just before Christmas and she was fully surprised. Sophie Rhys-Jones was born in Oxford on January 20th 1965 as the only daughter of Christopher and Mary Rhys-Jones. She attended Dulwich College in Cranbrook and West Kent College in Pembury. She worked for Capital Radio and Jet Services before going into PR-business. She runs her own company now. January 7th On New Year's Day Prince Bernhard jr. of the Netherlands broke his left leg during snowboarding in Austria. January 9th In St.Michael's Church in Ghent, Belgium (and not Antwerp), Arch Duchess Catharina of Habsburg married Count Massimiliano Secco di Aragona. In 1500 the Roman Emperor Charles V (from whom Catharina descents) was born in this parish. Hundreds of guests from the European nobility, amongst them members of the Belgian royal family, joined the celebration. On December 4th the couple had celebrated their civil wedding in Woluwe, Brussels, Belgium. January 10th No one will be officially blamed for the accident in which Princess Diana, Dodi El-Fayed and driver Henri Paul found the death. However the Court of Justice in Paris says they didn't finish the case yet. One of Britains most notorious aristocrats, the Marques of Bristol (44), died in his sleep at his home Little Horringer Hall, on the Ickworth estate in Suffolk. After inheriting lots of money from his
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The Who | Rolling Stone artists > T > The Who > Bio The Who Bio Along with the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, the Who complete the holy trinity of British rock. The group began as fashionable London mods, playing a self-styled brand of "Maximum R&B," but became much more: the pioneers of rock opera, a powerhouse arena act, and among the first rock groups to successfully integrate (rather than merely fiddle with) synthesizers. Their smashed guitars and overturned (or blown up) drum kits symbolized the violent passions of a band that mixed four distinct and powerful sounds: Pete Townshend's alternately raging or majestic guitar playing, Keith Moon's nearly anarchic drumming style, John Entwistle's facile, thundering bass lines, and Roger Daltrey's impassioned vocals. Ever since guitarist and main songwriter Townshend declared in "My Generation," "Hope I die before I get old," he has been embraced as a high-minded spokesman for rock & roll, a role he assumed (he claims) reluctantly. Nonetheless, for the much of his career with the Who Townshend explored rock's philosophical topography, from the raw rebelliousness of "My Generation" and adolescent angst of "I Can't Explain" to such ambitious songs as "Love Reign O'er Me." That the Who continued to perform (and repackage their catalogue) well into the new millennium irked critics and old fans, but respect for the band's classic work has never waned. All four band members grew up around London – Townshend, Daltrey, and Entwistle in the working-class Shepherd's Bush area. Townshend's parents were professional entertainers. He and Entwistle knew each other at school in the late-1950s and played in a Dixieland band when they were in their early teens, with Townshend on banjo and Entwistle on trumpet. They played together in a rock band, but Entwistle left in 1962 to join the Detours. That band included Roger Daltrey, a sheet-metal worker. When the Detours needed to replace a rhythm guitarist, Entwistle suggested Townshend, and Daltrey switched from lead guitar to vocals when the original singer, Colin Dawson, left in1963. Not long after that, drummer Doug Sandom was replaced by Moon, who was then playing in a surf band called the Beachcombers. By early 1964 the group had changed its name to the Who, and not long after, the excitement inspired by Townshend's bashing his guitar out of frustrating during a show ensured it would become a part of the act. Shortly thereafter, the group came under the wing of manager Pete Meaden, who renamed them the High Numbers and gave them a better-dressed Mod image. The High Numbers released an unsuccessful single, "I'm the Face" b/w "Zoot Suit" (both written by Meaden), then got new managers, former small-time film directors Kit Lambert and Chris Stamp. By late 1964 the quartet became the Who again, and with Lambert and Stamp's encouragement they became an even more Mod band, with violent stage show and a repertoire including blues, James Brown, and Motown covers, solely because their Mod audiences loved that music. In fact, despite the billing, the Who's original songs were anything but classic R&B. The group's demo of "I Can't Explain," with sessionman Jimmy Page adding guitar, brought them to producer Shel Talmy (who had also worked with the Kinks) and got them a record deal. When "I Can't Explain" came out in January 1965, it was ignored until the band appeared on the TV show Ready, Steady, Go. Townshend smashed his guitar, Moon overturned his drums, and the song eventually reached Number Eight in Britain. "Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere" also reached the British Top Tem, followed in November 1965 by "My Generation." It went to Number Two in the U.K. but only reached Number 75 in the U.S. But the Who were already stars in Britain, having established their sound and their personae. Townshend played guitar with full-circle windmilling motions, Daltrey strutted like a bantam fighter, Entwistle (whose occasional songwriting effort revealed a macabre sense of humor) just stood there seemingly unmoved as Moon happily flailed all over
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Frank Ifield and The Beatles by Bob Howe ©1996 (revised 2002) It was at the end of October 1962 when British promoter Arthur Howes received an unsolicited phone call at home from Brian Epstein. Brian was managing a group called The Beatles whose first single Love Me Do was slowly climbing the charts (it would peak at number 17), and would Arthur be interested in booking them for one of his touring package shows? Arthur agreed straight away to book the group on a Helen (Walking Back to Happiness) Shapiro tour the following February, offering them 80 pounds a week to be shared between them. Even with his enormous faith in his boys, Brian must have been surprised and delighted, and in return offered Arthur the option on all The Beatles' future British tours. Arthur made only one condition... Frank had met Brian Epstein while he was working at the Liverpool Empire. He played their record Love Me Do and Frank was quite impressed. It was not too dissimilar from his own style, utilising the mouth harp (which reminded him of Bruce Chanel's Hey Baby, although on seeing a photograph of the band he did think their hair was a bit long! It was Frank's recommendation that Brian should call Arthur Howes. On December 2, 1962 The Beatles were booked to appear on Frank's show at the Embassy Cinema in of Peterborough. Arthur's condition was that the group appear free of charge for ten minutes on each of the two houses, so he could appraise them for himself. They had to miss their show at the Liverpool Cavern Club that night. Frank thought their act was very good in spite of the volume, and their personal charm was infectious. Unfortunately, at this particular time they didn't seem to manage to convey that charisma to the crowd and as the local paper's Lyndon Whittaker reported in his review entitled: "I'll Remember Frank Ifield" "...'The exciting Beatles' rock group quite frankly failed to excite me. The drummer apparently thought that his job was to lead, not to provide rhythm. He made far too much noise and in their final number 'Twist and Shout' it sounded as if everyone was trying to make more noise than the others. In a more mellow mood, their 'A Taste of Honey' was much better and 'Love Me Do' was tolerable..." Arthur Howes' junior secretary at the time was SUSAN FULLER, who recently recalled the concert: "...I found all this very exciting ... the audience were booing and yelling 'get off, rubbish' etc, but Arthur and I thought they were great and we were knocked out with them." Despite the lack of audience reaction, Arthur could indeed see their potential on a more suitably matched bill and confirmed their spot on a tour with sixteen-year-old Helen Shapiro and later that week added them to the bill of a March tour to be headlined by American stars Tommy Roe and Chris Montez. By then their popularity had risen to the point where they had to assume top-of-the-bill status during the tour by audience demand! Their second single Please Please Me sailed up the charts, at one point sharing the number one position with Frank's own Wayward Wind. Before that however The Beatles had made their last trip to Hamburg, Germany for the Star-Club and their last show was captured on a portable tape recorder. Many years later when that tape was released Frank was amused to hear they had added his biggest hit I Remember You to their repertoire with Paul McCartney imitating his falsetto style and John Lennon raucously playing the mouth harp figures. He also discovered later that on their first date Ringo Starr took Maureen Cox to a Frank Ifield show in England! Helen Shapiro and Frank Ifield twisting the night away at a Paris night-club. In America The Beatles recording success got off to something of a false start. Their first two US single releases on the Vee-Jay label, Please Please Me and From Me To You and the subsequent album Introducing The Beatles met with little response. By contrast Frank's record successes in Britain were repeated in the USA, which was unusual, for up until then, with the except
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Which city, in 1985, was the first to be designated European City of Culture, now renamed European Capital of Culture?
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City Mayors: European cities of culture City Mayors reports news from towns and cities around the world. Worldwide | Elections | North America | Latin America | Europe | Asia | Africa | Events | Mayors from The Americas, Europe. Asia, Australia and Africa are competing for the annual World Mayor Award. More City Mayors ranks the world’s largest as well as richest cities and urban areas. It also ranks the cities in individual countries, and provides a list of the capital cities of some 200 sovereign countries. More City Mayors reports political events, analyses the issues and depicts the main players. More City Mayors describes and explains the structures and workings of local government in Europe, The Americas, Asia, Australia and Africa. More City Mayors profiles city leaders from around the world and questions them about their achievements, policies and aims. More City Mayors deals with economic and investment issues affecting towns and cities. More City Mayors reports on how business developments impact on cities and examines cooperation between cities and the private sector. More City Mayors describes and explains financial issues affecting local government. More City Mayors lists and features urban events, conferences and conventions aimed at urban decision makers and those with an interst in cities worldwide. More City Mayors reports urban environmental developments and examines the challenges faced by cities worldwide. More City Mayors reports on and discusses urban development issues in developed and developing countries. More City Mayors reports on developments in urban society and behaviour and reviews relevant research. More City Mayors deals with urban transport issues in developed and developing countries and features the world’s greatest metro systems. More City Mayors examines education issues and policies affecting children and adults in urban areas. More City Mayors investigates health issues affecting urban areas with an emphasis on health in cities in developing countries. More City Mayors examines the importance of urban tourism to city economies. More City Mayors examines the contributions history and culture make to urban society and environment. More City Mayors describes the history, architecture and politics of the greatest city halls in the world. More City Mayors invites readers to write short stories about people in cities around the world. More City Mayors questions those who govern the world’s cities and talks to men and women who contribute to urban society and environment. More City Mayors profiles national and international organisations representing cities as well as those dealing with urban issues. More City Mayors reports on major national and international sporting events and their impact on cities. More City Mayors lists cities and city organisations, profiles individual mayors and provides information on hundreds of urban events. More Melina Mercouris legacy: European Cities of Culture The European City of Culture was the result of an initiative by the late Greek Minister of Culture, Melina Mercouri. In November 1983 she invited European Community (EC) culture ministers to Athens and presented them with a project for creating knowledge of European cultures within the EC member states. At the time, the Greek minister felt that culture was not given the same attention as politics and economics. She told her European colleagues that the voices of artists should be heard as loudly as those of politicians and economists. Culture, art and creativity are not less important than technology, commerce and economics, Ms Mercouri said. In the summer of 1985 the European City of Culture programme was launched with Athens being the first title-holder. The European Cities of Culture between 1985 and 2004 were chosen on an intergovernmental basis. The European member states selected unanimously cities worthy of hosting the event, and the European Commission awarded a grant each year to the city selected. While between 1985 and 1999 only one European city carried the title City of Culture, in 199
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GERMAN, E.: Violin and Piano Works - Souvenir / Pastorale / Song Without Words / Bolero (A. Long, Buckle) Works for Violin and Piano Born in the small market-town of Whitchurch in Shropshire, Edward German was baptised German Edward Jones—the G being pronounced hard, probably in a Shropshire anglicization of the Welsh saint’s name, Garmon. His mother, an amateur singer with a pleasing voice, fostered the young German’s musical talent, which developed through piano lessons from Herr Muller—a local teacher who enjoyed a tipple—and, later, organ lessons from his Welsh father, who played at the local Congregational Chapel. The violin had attracted German at a very early stage. As a schoolboy, he enjoyed playing the violin in chamber groups with other local players. He was, though, largely self-taught as a string player, which is probably why—despite obvious aptitude for the violin—he auditioned as a pianist when he applied for entry to the Royal Academy of Music in London. On his arrival at the Academy in the autumn of 1880, German was steered towards organ as a principal instrument. Soon, though, the violin took precedence. Recognised among the Academy’s most talented players, he appeared as a concerto soloist in several Academy orchestral concerts and went on to win the prestigious Tubbs Bow Prize. At the Academy—where, after a few years, he rearranged his name to avoid confusion with another Edward Jones, German was to become more and more drawn toward composition. No doubt it was his composition professor, Ebenezer Prout (whose tutorials he shared with Henry Wood), who steered his early ambitions that resulted in production of both an operetta (The Two Poets—later renamed The Rival Poets) and a symphony in E minor during German’s Academy years. Having been appointed a sub-professor of violin in 1884, he eventually left in 1887. For a time German worked as a freelance violinist in London, deputising sometimes at the Savoy Theatre, playing for the celebrated Gilbert and Sullivan productions, and as a teacher at Wimbledon School. Then, in 1888, Edward German’s life changed. Recommended by Alberto Randegger, he was offered and accepted an appointment as musical director for Richard Mansfield’s season at The Globe Theatre. The elaborate score he provided for Richard III, the following year, brought the young composer fame almost overnight. Encouraged, German approached the great Henry Irving who was planning a new production of Henry VIII for 1892. He was engaged to write the music and its success confirmed his position as a leading composer for the London stage. The Three Dances written for Henry VIII became immensely popular. They explore a distinctive mock ‘olde-English’ idiom with which German came to be particularly associated. Although the music he wrote for plays goes well beyond this style, there is no doubt that something in this manner became expected of him—and he seems to have been happy to oblige. Theatrical success soon encouraged concert performances of German’s music. In 1890 August Manns invited German to conduct a revised version of his symphony at the Crystal Palace. Manns also programmed the Richard III Overture, and German showed his appreciation by dedicating his 1892 Gipsy Suite to the veteran conductor. In 1891, too, Henschel programmed a new Marche Solonnelle at one of his symphony concerts. Commissions for orchestral works followed throughout the 1890s: a second symphony in 1893 (the Norwich Symphony), two symphonic suites (the Leeds Suite in 1895 and The Seasons in 1899), the 1897 symphonic poem Hamlet, and In Commemoration (a Royal Philharmonic Society commission commemorating Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee). He continued writing for Shakespeare productions (Romeo and Juliet in 1895, As You Like It in 1896, Much Ado About Nothing in 1898) as well as for plays by contemporary dramatists, including Henry Arthur Jones (The Tempter in 1894) and Anthony Hope (English Nell in 1900). He also produced songs, piano, and instrumental music, mostly in a lighter vein. Orchestral music, however, remained Ge
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University of Portsmouth (UK) psychologists researching the quality of juries determined what to be the optimum number of people for effective debate?
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University Challenge University Challenge IMDb profile TV.com summary University Challenge is a long-running British television quiz show, licensed and produced by Granada Television. The format is based on the American show College Bowl, which ran on NBC radio from 1953 to 1957 , and on NBC TV from 1959 to 1970 . College Bowl is credited in the end title. History At its inception in 1962 it was hosted by Bamber Gascoigne. When audience figures began to fall, partly thanks to less auspicious broadcast slots, changes were made to the long-standing format of the programme: initial games were staged over two legs, the second leg involving contestants selecting questions from specific categories (e.g., sport, literature, science). This added complexity did nothing to halt declining viewer figures, and it was taken off the air in 1987. It was eventually revived in 1994 by the BBC (although still produced by Granada), using the original format (with minor differences) and presented by Jeremy Paxman . The original announcer was Jim Pope, who stayed with the programme from 1963 until his death in 2001. Since then, the announcer has been Roger Tilling. Format The current tournament format used for a series is that of a direct knockout tournament starting with 28 teams. The 14 first round winners progress directly to the last 16. Two matches, involving the four highest scoring losing teams from the first round whose losing scores often exceeded winning scores in other first round matches, fill the remaining places in the last 16. Teams consist of four members and represent either a single university or a college of the universities of Oxford , Cambridge , Wales or London . "Starter" questions are answered individually "on the buzzer" without conferring and are worth 10 points. "Your starter for 10" became its most famous catchphrase & inspired a novel & a 2006 movie. The team answering a starter correctly gets a set of "bonus" questions worth a potential 15 points, over which they can confer. Sets of bonus questions are thematically linked, although they rarely share a connection with the preceding starter question. Generally there are three separate bonus questions worth 5 points each, but occasionally a bonus will require the enumeration of a given list with 5, 10 or 15 points given for correctly giving a certain number of items from the list (e.g., "there are six fundamental SI units. Give 4 for 5 points, 5 for 10 points or all 6 for 15 points"). An incorrect interruption of a starter results in a 5 point penalty. In the course of a game there are two "picture rounds" (occurring roughly one quarter and three quarters of the way through) and one "music round" (at the halfway point), where the subsequent bonuses are connected thematically to the starter; if a picture or music starter is not correctly answered, the accompanying bonus questions are held back until a normal starter is correctly answered. The pace of questioning gradually increases through the show, becoming almost frantic in the last minute or so before the "gong" which signals the end of the game. In the event of a tied score at the sound of the gong, a "sudden death" question is asked, the first team to answer correctly being deemed the winner; this is repeated until one or other of the teams answer correctly, or a team loses by giving an incorrect interruption. The ending of the programme is signified with Jeremy Paxman saying "It's goodbye from (name of losing team, who wave and say goodbye), it's goodbye from (winning team, likewise), and it's goodbye from me: goodbye!" While the starter questions are being read out, the teams are shown on screen one above the other by means of a split-screen effect. When a player buzzes in, the shot zooms in to that player, accompanied by a voice-over identifying the player by team and surname, for example "Nottingham, Smith". The voiceovers are performed live in the studio by Roger Tilling and become noticeably more energetic towards the end of the programme. Controversy The fact that the Oxford and Cambridge universities can
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Which word comes after Swindon, Ipswich and Huddersfield in the names of three English football clubs?
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Championship fixtures 2015-2016: Every game of the new English football season | Daily Mail Online Championship fixtures 2015-2016: Every game of the new English football season Queens Park Rangers kick off life in the Championship against Charlton Paul Clement begins managerial life at Derby by travelling to Bolton Middlesbrough start their promotion quest against Preston Relegated sides Hull and Burnley meet in pick of Boxing Day fixtures comments Relegated Queens Park Rangers begin their quest to return to the top flight with a trip to London neighbours Charlton Athletic, while Burnley travel to Leeds United on their opening day of their return to the Championship. Two relegated sides in Hull City and Burnley will then meet in the traditional Boxing Day fixture in one of the stand-out games of the new Championship season. Hull begin their season at home to Huddersfield while Middlesbrough, who missed out on promotion in the play-off final last season will start their attempt to go one better away at Preston. So, can Boro go one place better this season? Or will the likes of newly-relegated teams Hull, Burnley and QPR bounce back up to the Premier League at the first attempt? Jamie Mackie has returned to QPR as the west London club look to bounce straight back to the top flight August 8 Cardiff City v Huddersfield Town Charlton Athletic v Rotherham United Fulham v Blackburn Rovers Middlesbrough v Milton Keynes Dons Preston North End v Derby County Queens Park Rangers v Nottingham Forest Reading v Ipswich Town Birmingham City v Nottingham Forest Bolton Wanderers v Sheffield Wednesday Brighton v Rotherham United Burnley v Milton Keynes Dons Cardiff City v Hull City Charlton Athletic v Huddersfield Town Fulham v Wolverhampton Leeds United v Ipswich Town Middlesbrough v Brentford Preston North End v Bristol City Queens Park Rangers v Blackburn Rovers Reading v Derby County Blackburn Rovers v Charlton Athletic Brentford v Preston North End Bristol City v Reading Huddersfield Town v Bolton Wanderers Hull City v Queens Park Rangers Ipswich Town v Birmingham City Milton Keynes Dons v Leeds United Nottingham Forest v Middlesbrough Rotherham United v Cardiff City Sheffield Wednesday v Fulham Cardiff City v Charlton Athletic Fulham v Queens Park Rangers Huddersfield Town v Nottingham Forest Hull City v Blackburn Rovers Ipswich Town v Bristol City Middlesbrough v Leeds United Milton Keynes Dons v Derby County Preston North End v Wolverhampton October 3 Blackburn Rovers v Ipswich Town Brighton v Cardiff City Bristol City v Milton Keynes Dons Charlton Athletic v Fulham Leeds United v Birmingham City Nottingham Forest v Hull City Queens Park Rangers v Bolton Wanderers Reading v Middlesbrough Sheffield Wednesday v Preston North End Wolverhampton v Huddersfield Town Birmingham City v Queens Park Rangers Brentford v Rotherham United Bristol City v Nottingham Forest Burnley v Bolton Wanderers Ipswich Town v Huddersfield Town Leeds United v Brighton Milton Keynes Dons v Blackburn Rovers Preston North End v Cardiff City Reading v Charlton Athletic Sheffield Wednesday v Hull City October 20 Blackburn Rovers v Derby County Bolton Wanderers v Birmingham City Brighton v Bristol City Charlton Athletic v Preston North End Fulham v Leeds United Huddersfield Town v Milton Keynes Dons Hull City v Ipswich Town Nottingham Forest v Burnley Queens Park Rangers v Sheffield Wednesday Rotherham United v Reading Bolton Wanderers v Bristol City Brighton v Milton Keynes Dons Cardiff City v Reading Charlton Athletic v Sheffield Wednesday Fulham v Birmingham City Huddersfield Town v Leeds United Hull City v Middlesbrough Nottingham Forest v Derby County Queens Park Rangers v Preston North End Rotherham United v Ipswich Town Wolverhampton v Burnley Birmingham City v Charlton Athletic Brentford v Nottingham Forest Bristol City v Hull City Burnley v Brighton Derby County v Cardiff City Ipswich Town v Wolverhampton Leeds United v Rotherham United Middlesbrough v Queens Park Rangers Milton Keynes Dons v Fulham Preston North End v Blackburn Rovers Reading v Bolt
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QosFC: Club History Club History In the beginning in the year 1919 - club name and formation Early in 1919 a handful of Dumfries football enthusiasts met in their homes to discuss not only the restoration of competitive football fixtures locally (following the end of World War 1) but also the formation through amalgamation of a local football club to compete at more than a local level. A public meeting was arranged in Dumfries Town Hall on 21st March, 1919 on the proposed merger and representatives were approached of football three clubs from Dumfries and Maxwelltown:- • Dumfries F.C. • 5th Kings Own Scottish Borderers football team • Arrol-Johnston Car Company And so Queen of the South F.C. was born. Dumfries had been nicknamed `Queen of the South` by David Dunbar, a local poet, who in 1857 stood for Parliament in the General Election. In one of his addresses, he called Dumfries, "Queen of the South", and this became synonymous with the town. Palmerston Park (a football venue since the 1870s on the site of the former Palmers Toun Farm), was chosen as the club`s home. People from Dumfries are nicknamed `Doonhamers`. This is because when in towns in Scotland further North (i.e. most places due to the position of Dumfries near the Scottish South coast), they would refer to Dumfries as `Doon hame`; `Doon hame` is Scots dialect for `Down home`. Hence the club nickname of `The Doonhamers`. The club badge contains the same motto as that on the crest for the town of Dumfries, `A Lore Burne`, meaning, `To the Lore Burne`, (the historical rallying point in Dumfries against outside attack). After four trial matches Queen of the South`s first ever game took place on 16th August 1919. Invites were sent to local councillors and magistrates and the presence of Dumfries Town Band added to the sense of occasion. The opposition was Sanquhar side Nithsdale Wanderers and the challenge game ended 2 - 2. Among those who played in this first game was Ian Dickson who would leave in 1921 to top score at Aston Villa. (Team photo from the first ever Queen of the South game, 16th Aug 1919) Queen of the South are separate from a much earlier Dumfries club named Queen of the South Wanderers that existed from 1873 to 1894 who also played at Palmerston. The most prominent player for Wanderers was centre half David Calderhead who was there from 1881 - 89. In 1889 he gained a full Scotland cap in a 7-0 win against Ireland. This attracted Notts County where he was victorious in the second FA Cup final he played in. Building up Queens first ever competitive fixture was on September 6th, 1919, in the Scottish Qualifying Cup against Thornhill. Dumfries born Norrie Fairgray returned and played in this game after his career away included playing under the management of David Calderhead at each of Lincoln City and then Chelsea. After a 1-1 draw Queens went through after a replay (again played at Palmerston). Queens first ever away game and first ever defeat both came two rounds later in the same competition - a replay away to Galston. Very early in their careers the form of Dave Halliday (1920) and Hughie Gallacher (1921) at Queen of the South proved to be the beginnings of hugely successful careers elsewhere. Both are established all time greats not only of Scottish and UK football, but also at world level. For example both are in the group of only 28 men to have scored over 200 goals in England`s top division. Both are in the top 60 of the IFFHS list of the highest top division goal scorers in world history. ( Hughie Gallacher ) Jimmy McKinnell, Tom Wylie and Willie McCall were all sold to Blackburn Rovers within a short space of time (McKinnell and Wylie enjoyed fine top flight careers with Rovers and played in the 1925 FA Cup semi final). This combined with the sale to Aston Villa of Ian Dickson ( Dickson top scored for Villa in 1921/22 with 28 goals in helping Villa finish 5th in the English top flight) helped to fund the purchase of Palmerston Park in 1921 for £1,500. At regional level Queens performed well winning many cups in the South
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How many US Presidents have been assassinated by being shot?
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US Presidential Assassinations and Assassination Attempts By Martin Kelly Updated July 25, 2016. In the history of the US presidency, four presidents have actually died from assassination. Another six were the subject of assassination attempts. Following is a description of each assassination and attempt that has occurred since the founding of the nation. Assassinations Abraham Lincoln - Lincoln was shot in the head while watching a play on April 14, 1865. His assassin, John Wilkes Booth escaped and was later shot and killed. Conspirators who helped plan Lincoln's assassination were found guilty and hung. Lincoln died on April 15, 1865. James Garfield - Charles J. Guiteau, a mentally disturbed government office seeker, shot Garfield on July 2 , 1881. The president did not die until September 19th of blood poisoning. This was related more to the manner in which the physicians attended to the president than to the wounds themselves. Guiteau was convicted of murder and hanged on June 30, 1882. William McKinley - McKinley was shot two times by anarchist Leon Czolgosz while the president was visiting the Pan-American Exhibit in Buffalo, New York on September 6, 1901. continue reading below our video 10 Best Universities in the United States He died on September 14, 1901. Czolgosz stated that he shot McKinley because he was an enemy of working people. He was convicted of the murder and electrocuted on October 29, 1901. John F. Kennedy - On November 22, 1963, John F. Kennedy was mortally wounded while riding in a motorcade in Dallas, Texas. His apparent assassin, Lee Harvey Oswald , was killed by Jack Ruby before standing trial. The Warren Commission was called to investigate Kennedy's death and found that Oswald had acted alone to kill Kennedy. Many argued, however, that there was more than one gunman, a theory upheld by a 1979 House Committee investigation . The FBI and a 1982 study disagreed. Speculation continues to this day. Assassination Attempts Andrew Jackson - On January 30, 1835, Andrew Jackson was attending a funeral for Congressman Warren Davis. Richard Lawrence attempted to shoot him with two different derringers, each of which misfired. Jackson was incensed and attacked Lawrence with his walking stick. Lawrence was tried for the attempted assassination but was found not guilty by reason of insanity. He spent the rest of his life in an insane asylum. Theodore Roosevelt - An assassination attempt was actually not made on Roosevelt's life while he was in the office of president. Instead, it occurred after he had left office and decided to run for another term against William Howard Taft . While campaigning on October 14, 1912, he was shot in the chest by John Schrank, a mentally disturbed New York saloon keeper. Luckily, Roosevelt had a speech and his spectacle case in his pocket that slowed down the .38 caliber bullet. The bullet was never removed but allowed to heal over. Roosevelt continued with his speech before seeing a doctor. Franklin Roosevelt - After giving a speech in Miami on February 15, 1933, Giuseppe Zangara shot six shots into the crowd. None hit Roosevelt though the Mayor of Chicago, Anton Cermak, was shot in the stomach. Zangara blamed wealthy capitalists for his plights and those of other working people. He was convicted of attempted murder and then after Cermak's death due to the shooting he was retried for murder. He was executed by electric chair in March, 1933. Harry Truman - On November 1, 1950, two Puerto Rican nationals attempted to kill President Truman to bring attention to the case for Puerto Rican independence. The President and his family were staying at the Blair House across from the White House and the two attempted assassins, Oscar Collazo and Griselio Torresola, tried to shoot their way into the house. Torresola killed one and wounded another policeman while Collazo wounded one policeman. Torresola died in the gunfight. Collazo was arrested and sentenced to death which Truman commuted to life in prison. President Jimmy Carter freed Collazo from prison in 1979. Gerald Ford - Ford es
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John Wilkes Booth shoots Abraham Lincoln - Apr 14, 1865 - HISTORY.com John Wilkes Booth shoots Abraham Lincoln Share this: John Wilkes Booth shoots Abraham Lincoln Author John Wilkes Booth shoots Abraham Lincoln URL Publisher A+E Networks President Abraham Lincoln is shot in the head at Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C. The assassin, actor John Wilkes Booth, shouted, “Sic semper tyrannis! (Ever thus to tyrants!) The South is avenged,” as he jumped onto the stage and fled on horseback. Lincoln died the next morning. Booth was a well-regarded actor who was particularly loved in the South before the Civil War. During the war, he stayed in the North and became increasingly bitter when audiences weren’t as enamored of him as they were in Dixie. Along with friends Samuel Arnold, Michael O’Laughlin, and John Surratt, Booth conspired to kidnap Lincoln and deliver him to the South. On March 17, along with George Atzerodt, David Herold, and Lewis Paine, the group met in a Washington bar to plot the abduction of the president three days later. However, when the president changed his plans, the scheme was scuttled. Shortly afterward, the South surrendered to the Union and the conspirators altered their plan. They decided to kill Lincoln, Vice President Andrew Johnson, and Secretary of State William Seward on the same evening. When April 14 came around, Atzerodt backed out of his part to kill Johnson. Upset, Booth went to drink at a saloon near Ford’s Theatre. At about 10 p.m. he walked into the theater and up to the president’s box. Lincoln’s guard, John Parker, was not there because he had gotten bored with the play, Our American Cousin, and left his post to get a beer. Booth easily slipped in and shot the president in the back of the head. The president’s friend, Major Rathbone, attempted to grab Booth but was slashed by Booth’s knife. Booth injured his leg badly when he jumped to the stage to escape, but he managed to hobble outside to his horse. Meanwhile, Lewis Paine forced his way into William Seward’s house and stabbed the secretary of state several times before fleeing. Booth rode to Virginia with David Herold and stopped at the home of Dr. Samuel Mudd, who placed splints on Booth’s legs. They hid in a barn on Richard Garrett’s farm as thousands of Union troops combed the area looking for them. The other conspirators were captured, except for John Surratt, who fled to Canada. When the troops finally caught up with Booth and Herold on April 26, they gave them the option of surrendering before the barn was burned down. Herold decided to surrender, but Booth remained in the barn as it went up in flames. Booth was then shot and killed in the burning barn by Corporal Boston Corbett. On July 7, George Atzerodt, Lewis Paine, David Herold, and John Surratt’s mother, Mary, were hanged in Washington. The execution of Mary Surratt is believed by some to have been a miscarriage of justice. Although there was proof of Surratt’s involvement in the original abduction conspiracy,it is clear that her deeds were minor compared to those of the others who were executed. Her son John was eventually tracked down in Egypt and brought back to trial, but he managed, with the help of clever lawyers, to win an acquittal. Related Videos
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Video: Meet Gary, the world's largest pet rodent - Telegraph Weird News Video Meet Gary, the world's largest pet rodent A couple in America have adopted a giant rodent the size of a labrador, and even allow it to sleep in their bed. 4:15PM BST 21 Jun 2013 Melanie Typaldos, 57, shares her home in Texas with her pet Gary - the world's largest rodent. The computer programmer and her husband, Richard Loveman, 54, even let the giant guinea pig - known as a capybara - sleep in their bed. The couple fell in love with the South American mammals during a holiday to Venezuela , and adopted Gary from an owner who could no longer care for him. The capybara has become part of the family and enjoys nothing more than swimming with his owners in the swimming pool, which was built to remind the pet of his natural habitat. Melanie says: "Although some people might find it strange, it’s really no different than having a dog or a cat . Related Content
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Rodent - definition of rodent by The Free Dictionary Rodent - definition of rodent by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/rodent (rōd′nt) n. Any of various mammals of the order Rodentia, such as a mouse, rat, squirrel, or beaver, characterized by large incisors used for gnawing or nibbling. [From New Latin Rōdentia, order name, from Latin rōdēns, rōdent-, present participle of rōdere, to gnaw; see rēd- in the Appendix of Indo-European roots.] ro′dent adj. n 1. (Animals) a. any of the relatively small placental mammals that constitute the order Rodentia, having constantly growing incisor teeth specialized for gnawing. The group includes porcupines, rats, mice, squirrels, marmots, etc b. (as modifier): rodent characteristics. 2. (Zoology) a. any of the relatively small placental mammals that constitute the order Rodentia, having constantly growing incisor teeth specialized for gnawing. The group includes porcupines, rats, mice, squirrels, marmots, etc b. (as modifier): rodent characteristics. [C19: from Latin rōdere to gnaw, corrode] ˈrodent-ˌlike adj (ˈroʊd nt) adj. 1. belonging or pertaining to the gnawing or nibbling mammals of the order Rodentia, characterized by four continually growing incisors: includes mice, squirrels, beavers, chipmunks, and rats. n. 2. a rodent mammal. [1825–35; < New Latin Rodentia, neuter pl. of Latin rōdēns, s. rōdent-, present participle of rōdēre to gnaw] ro·dent (rōd′nt) Any of various very numerous, mostly small mammals having large front teeth used for gnawing. The teeth grow throughout the animal's life, and gnawing keeps them from getting too long. Rodents make up about half the living species of mammals, and include rats, mice, beavers, squirrels, shrews, and hamsters. ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend: Noun 1. rodent - relatively small placental mammals having a single pair of constantly growing incisor teeth specialized for gnawing eutherian , eutherian mammal , placental , placental mammal - mammals having a placenta; all mammals except monotremes and marsupials order Rodentia , Rodentia - small gnawing animals: porcupines; rats; mice; squirrels; marmots; beavers; gophers; voles; hamsters; guinea pigs; agoutis mouse - any of numerous small rodents typically resembling diminutive rats having pointed snouts and small ears on elongated bodies with slender usually hairless tails rat - any of various long-tailed rodents similar to but larger than a mouse murine - a rodent that is a member of the family Muridae water rat - any of various amphibious rats New World mouse - a variety of rodent musquash , Ondatra zibethica , muskrat - beaver-like aquatic rodent of North America with dark glossy brown fur Florida water rat , Neofiber alleni , round-tailed muskrat - of Florida wetlands cotton rat , Sigmodon hispidus - destructive long-haired burrowing rat of southern North America and Central America wood rat , wood-rat - any of various small short-tailed rodents of the northern hemisphere having soft fur grey above and white below with furred tails and large ears; some are hosts for Ixodes pacificus and Ixodes scapularis (Lyme disease ticks) hamster - short-tailed Old World burrowing rodent with large cheek pouches gerbil , gerbille - small Old World burrowing desert rodent with long soft pale fur and hind legs adapted for leaping lemming - any of various short-tailed furry-footed rodents of circumpolar distribution hedgehog , porcupine - relatively large rodents with sharp erectile bristles mingled with the fur jumping mouse - any of several primitive mouselike rodents with long hind legs and no cheek pouches; of woodlands of Eurasia and North America jerboa - mouselike jumping rodent dormouse - small furry-tailed squirrel-like Old World rodent that becomes torpid in cold weather squirrel - a kind of arboreal rodent having a long bushy tail prairie dog , prairie marmot - any of several rodents of North American prairies living in large complex burrows having a barking cry marmot - stocky coarse-furred burrowing rodent with a short bushy tail found throughout the n
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Fernando Alonso - 2005, 2006 Fernando Alonso Share The 28th Formula One World Drivers' Champion was at the time the youngest ever. Just 24 years old, Fernando Alonso also led the Renault team to the 2005 Constructors' Championship, thus ending the reign of the Michael Schumacher-Ferrari combination that had dominated for so long. The precocious and personable youngster who made so much history so soon comfortably wore the crown - a bright, polished, perfectly poised new star. Confirmation of his brilliance came in 2006 when he successfully defended his title against strong opposition from Schumacher, whose subsequent retirement left Alonso well-placed to succeed him as Formula One's resident superstar... Next Previous Enlarge 1 / 4 Hungaroring, August 2001: Fernando Alonso’s best result in his first Formula One season was a tenth place in Germany. Here at the Hungarian Grand Prix he retired with brake problems. © Sutton Images Jerez, December 1999: After winning that year’s Euro-Open Movistar series, Fernando Alonso earned an early Formula One test with Minardi, the team that would later give him his Grand Prix debut. © Sutton Images Spa, August 2000: Fernando Alonso completed his first (and last) season of Formula 3000 in style by winning the final round at Belgium’s legendary Spa-Francorchamps circuit. © Sutton Images Melbourne, March 2001: Fernando Alonso with new Minardi team mate Tarso Marques after his Formula One debut in Australia. He finished the race in 12th place. © Sutton Images 2nd-4th March 2001 This is a digital file. Info Close Fernando Alonso Diaz (his full name includes his mother's maiden name, according to the Spanish custom) was born on 29 July, 1981, in Oviedo, a city in the Asturias region of northern Spain, where his mother worked in a department store and his father was employed in the mining industry as an explosive expert. The Alonsos and their two children lived comfortably but were by no means a wealthy family. Luis Alonso, a keen amateur kart racer, wished to share his passion with his children and built them a pedal kart in the form of a realistic-looking miniature F1 car. It was originally intended for eight-year-old Lorena but she soon grew tired of it, whereupon her three-year-old brother eagerly climbed into the tiny cockpit and immediately felt at home. From the beginning little Fernando was not content to simply pedal around. He wanted to compete and to win. Shortly after his seventh birthday he entered his first proper kart race and won, and before he was ten Fernando Alonso's name was engraved on several kart championship trophies. However, further progress would require more funding than his family's limited resources could provide. While his parents fully supported their son's increasingly successful pastime - with his father acting as his mechanic at the races and his mother making sure he also got good marks at school - Fernando knew the only way forward was to get sponsored drives by winning races - which he continued to do. Age proved to be no barrier - he was invariably the youngest driver in every category, and more often than not, the best. By his mid-teens his collection of kart titles included a world championship. Onward and upward he sped, easily winning a 1999 Spanish-based championship for single seater racing cars, parlaying his prize of a tryout in a Minardi Formula One car into a drive in 2000 with a Minardi-backed F3000 team and a testing contract with Minardi's Formula One team, in which he made an impressive debut the following season. His obvious potential prompted Renault (formerly Benetton) to sign him as a test driver for 2002, a valuable experience that would enable him to immediately establish himself as a frontrunner when he joined the French automaker's team in 2003. In Malaysia, only his second race for Renault, the 21-year-old became the youngest ever pole winner. Starting from pole again in Hungary, less than a month after his 22nd birthday, he became the youngest Grand Prix winner in history. In 2004 the difficult-to-drive Renault R24 kept him out o
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stumbleupon Email Comment Formula One is the most popular racing championship in the world. Every year, millions of fans watch 11 teams undertake 19 races in an effort to win the championship. Points are handed out to individual drivers as well as the constructors who build the cars. Like the lead singer of a band, the drivers usually grab all of the attention. Lewis Hamilton , Sebastian Vettel , Fernando Alonso and Michael Schumacher are all well known figures in the world of Formula One. The recent Ron Howard film, Rush, captured the rivalry between drivers James Hunt and Niki Lauda, not necessarily the battle between McLaren and Ferrari. The drivers are the stars, they have the dramatic on and off-track rivalries, they can get hurt in crashes and hoist the champagne on the podium after winning. The lead singer, however, is often nothing without a band. The driver, likewise, is nothing without his or her car. In Formula One, the great drivers were and are undeniably skilled. Yet, they are skilled because of how they handle their car and how their car can help them win. If it wasn’t for the constructors, the companies which design and build the cars, the drivers would be nothing more than a collection of people standing on a racetrack wearing flame-retardant clothing. Formula One is an expensive championship to participate in. Teams at the higher end often have budgets of over $200 million. New race technologies and regulations force manufacturers and teams to constantly spend huge sums on research and development in order to keep their cars competitive. Over the years, many constructors have come and gone. Failure on the track has sent more than one constructor away with their tail between their legs. Financial ruin or tough economic times has forced many more to call it a day. Honda, Porsche, Toyota and Alfa Romeo have all come and gone. Nonetheless, some, like McLaren and Ferrari, have weathered tough times and challenges on the track to stick around. All of this leads to the main question; Who are the most successful constructors in the history of Formula One? T9. BRM : 1 Constructors’ Championship In the period immediately following World War II, Thomas Raymond Mays established British Racing Motors (BRM). Mays, keen on seeing Britain become a major racing power, had developed a number of competition vehicles before the war with manufacturer English Racing Automobiles. In the Formula One Championship, BRM often raced its cars under the team name ‘Owen Racing’. Through the 1950s and into the late 1970s, BRM won 17 races and secured one Constructor’ and one Drivers’ Championships. Both championships were won in 1962 with Graham Hill behind the wheel. Other notable drivers who piloted a BRM car over the years included Sir Jackie Stewart and Niki Lauda. T9. Benetton: 1 Constructors’ Championship From 1986 to 2000, clothing manufacturer Benetton operated Benetton Formula Ltd. in the Formula One Championship. Looking to advertise and market itself to a broader world audience, Benetton began life in Formula One as a sponsor of teams such as Tyrrell and Alfa Romeo. In 1985, the company bought a team and started the 1986 season with a BMW engine. It was only when they partnered with engine maker Renault that notable success came. Driving a Benetton-Renault in 1994, Michael Schumacher won the Drivers’ Championship. The next year, Benetton, with the driving skill of Schumacher, won both the Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championships. Other notable drivers of this team include Jenson Button , Gerhard Berger and Giancarlo Fisichella. In 2000, Benetton was bought by Renault for $120 million and officially became Renault F1 in 2002. T6. Cooper: 2 Constructors’ Championships In 1946, Charles Cooper and his son founded the Cooper Car Company in Surrey, England. Perhaps best known for the revolutionary Mini Cooper, Charles Cooper developed a variety of racers for Formula Three, Two and One. Cooper were influential in the development of the rear-mounted engine. This provided greater stability and balance and was soon adopted by all ma
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What was the name of the horse that Bob Champion rode to victory in the 1981 Grand National
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Ciaran Brown meets the 1981 Grand National winning jockey Bob Champion The Bob Champion Cancer Trust I met Bob Champion at the 'Collectormania 15' event held at the MK Dons football ground in Milton Keynes, in June 2009. Bob's win in the 1981 Grand National is one of the greatest stories in sporting history, a real triumph over adversity. He signed three photographs for me and I had my photo taken with this truly inspirational man. Bob Champion was born in 1948 in North Yorkshire, where his father, an ex-soldier, was a Huntsman with the famous Cleveland Hunt. Bob has a younger sister Mary. Initially, Bob developed a dislike of horses after his pony threw him into a bed of stinging nettles! By the time he was ten, he was riding again, and confidently jumping over gate Bob regarded school as a nuisance, and showed no interest in it, so his father sent him to study engineering at Trowbridge College in Wiltshire, where he could also live and work on his uncle's farm. Uncle Arthur trained point-to-point horses and when Bob was fifteen he won a race on one of them. Bob (centre) with his huntsman father and sister gates and hedges. He became a fearless rider and spent every spare minute he had on a horse. Bob's first win aged 15 When he was nineteen, Bob joined rac racehorse trainer Toby Balding as an amateur jockey in his stables in Hampshire. He remained there for five years, during which time he won around forty races, picking up numerous injuries on the way. However, he felt that he was not getting enough racing opportunities and left in 1972 to go freelance, eventually riding for many top trainers. Within two years, he was established as a tough, professional jockey, including sixth place behind Red Rum in the 1973 Grand Nati Josh Gifford, Aldaniti & Bob Champion National. That season, Bob rode 29 winners from his 227 rides. In In 1973, Bob joined former champion jockey, and later a trainer, Josh Gifford , as his stable jockey, at Gifford's stables in the village of Findon, West Sussex. Bob Champion aged 19 For the next six years, Bob Champion rode plenty of winners for Gifford, who had many good horses in his yard. He also had rides each year in the Grand National without success. In 1974, Gifford bought a horse called Aldaniti (a name formed fro from the names of the breeder's grandchildren (Alastair, David, Nicola and Timothy) which won its first race at Ascot in 1975, ridden by Bob Champion. Bob Champion winning a race on Kybo Aldaniti Gifford then sold the horse to businessman Nick Embiricos. Bob Champion rode the horse in fourteen further races over the next three years, with three wins, three seconds and two thirds, in the last of which (the Hennessy Gold Cup), he was injured and spent seven months confined to his stable. During the 1978-79 season (when the owner, trainer and jockey all thought they had a horse capable of winning the Grand Nati National), Bob rode Aldaniti in seven more races, the last a winner at Haydock in 1979. Then Bob Champion discovered that he had life-threatening cancer, and had to stop riding. Bob & Aldaniti win at Haydock (1979) .....and Ascot (1981) The film Champions (starring John Hurt as Bob Champion) powerfully shows the dark days of the jockey's fight against cancer During his painful treatment at the Royal Marsden Hospital, Bob was told by Josh Gifford that his job at Findon would be there when he had recovered, and that he would ride Aldaniti in the Grand National. For Bob Champion, the very thought of winning the National on this hor horse became an inspiration as he underwent his third course of chemotherapy. It actually took six courses of treatment to get rid the cancer, and by the time of the 1980 Grand National he was in no condition to take part - but then neither was Aldaniti, who went lame in a race at Sandown in November 1979. So Poignant scene from Champions where Aldaniti is lame and may have to be destroyed bad was the injury that the vet recommended that the horse be put down. Nick Embiricos and his wife Valda wouldn't hear of this and Aldaniti spent all of 1
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KAUTO STAR Print, King George VI Steeplechase Limited Edition Horse Racing Art by Denise Finney National Hunt Order of Merit (2006/07, 2007/08) Horse (Equus ferus caballus) Kauto Star (foaled March 19, 2000) is a French-bred National Hunt racehorse, who is currently trained by Paul Nicholls in Somerset, England. Kauto Star is one of the most successful National Hunt horses of all time. Ultra consistent, incredibly tough and extremely versatile, he possesses a devastating turn of foot, a unique talent among staying chasers. He holds numerous records in the sport; he was the first horse to regain the Cheltenham Gold Cup and is the only horse to have won the King George VI Chase four consecutive times, as well as winning it five times in all. Kauto Star first came to the attention of Paul Nicholls when he saw a video of him in action at Auteuil. Nicholls was so impressed with what he saw that he sought to arrange a purchase through his bloodstock agent in France, Anthony Bromley. Nicholls arranged an owner in the shape of Clive Smith who was looking to purchase a horse and had recently had a 500,000 guineas offer for another horse (Garde Champetre) outbid by J. P. McManus. He used 400,000 euros to purchase Kauto Star from his French owners. Early career After a promising Hurdle career in France where he was known as 'L'Extraterrestre' which translates to 'The Extraterrestrial' Kauto Star made a successful debut in England, winning a Novice Chase at Newbury beating Foreman by 9 lengths. Unfortunately he could only finish runner-up on his next appearance in an extraordinary race at Exeter beaten by Mistral De La Cour by a short head, Kauto Star had cantered into a 12-length lead approaching the second last fence when he fell, his jockey Ruby Walsh was able to re-mount the horse, without his irons they jumped the last and chased the leader down just failing by a nose. Another half stride and he would have got up to win. Sadly he picked up an injury in the race, which ruled him out of the Cheltenham Festival and the rest of the season. 2005/06 Season: Kauto Star started the new season with defeat over two miles and a furlong at Exeter to Monkerhostin. He followed this up though with an excellent one and a half length defeat of Ashley Brook in the Tingle Creek Chase at Sandown, the first of his numerous Grade One successes. This meant that Kauto Star came into the Queen Mother Champion Chase at the Cheltenham Festival as the 2/1 Favourite, unfortunately for his supporters the horse fell at only the third fence. 2006/07 Season: Kauto Star came into the new season with high hopes and expectations. He didn't let any one down on his seasonal reappearance destroying Armaturk by 21 lengths in the Old Roan Chase at Aintree. Over the next six weeks Kauto Star confirmed himself as the leading chaser in training, completing the first two legs of the Betfair Million thrashing multiple Grade One winner Beef or Salmon by 17 lengths in the Betfair Chase at Haydock Park and then overcoming a final fence blunder to win the King George VI Chase at Kempton Park by 8 lengths defeating Exotic Dancer. In between these two excellent successes over 3 miles, he was able to show his fantastic versatility by dropping back to 2 miles to win the Tingle Creek Chase for the second year running defeating the 2006/07 season Champion Chaser Voy Por Ustedes by 7 lengths. Kauto Star then had his final prep run before Cheltenham Gold Cup in the Aon Chase at Newbury, another final fence blunder meant Kauto Star had to battle all the way to line to defeat L'Ami by a neck, although he never looked like being passed. The 2007 Gold Cup: After 5 straight victories, Kauto Star then headed into the Cheltenham Gold Cup as a very warm favourite, on the day he was sent off the very short priced 5/4. Despite the concerns beforehand about Kauto's jumping he put in an immaculate round of fences, tracking the leaders in mid-division, before cruising into the lead before the second last, he then jumped the final fence to the roars of the Cheltenham crowd seeing off old rival Exot
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Who lit the Olympic flame at the Sydney Olympics
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Olympic Torch Relay - History, Highlights & Torch Bearers Factsheet arrow Getty Images The Ancient Greeks considered fire to be a divine element, and they maintained perpetual fires in front of their principal temples. This was the case in the sanctuary of Olympia, where the Ancient Olympic Games took place. The flame was lit using the rays of the sun, to ensure its purity, and a skaphia, the ancestor of the parabolic mirror used today for lighting the Olympic flame. A flame burned permanently on the altar of the goddess Hestia, and such fires were also lit on the altars of Zeus and Hera, in front of whose temple the Olympic flame is lit today. In the context of the modern Games, the Olympic flame represents the positive values that Man has always associated with fire. The purity of the flame is guaranteed by the way it is lit using the sun‟s rays. The choice of Olympia as a departure point emphasises the link between the Ancient and Modern Games and underlines the profound connection between these two events. A relay precedes the arrival of the flame at its final destination: the Olympic stadium in the host city of the Olympic Games. The Organising committee of the Olympic Games is responsible for bringing the Olympic flame to the Olympic stadium (Olympic Charter, Rule 54). When the flame finally arrives at its destination, the final torchbearer(s) run into the stadium to light the Olympic cauldron with the flame, which remains lit for the duration of the Games and is extinguished only at the Closing Ceremony of the Games. Like the messengers who proclaimed the sacred Olympic truce, the runners who carry the Olympic flame carry a message of peace on their journey. The Relay of Peace - London 1948 In a Europe sorely afflicted by the war, the 1948 relay carried a welcome message of peace. The first runner, Corporal Dimitrelis, took off his military uniform before carrying the flame, commemorating the sacred truce observed in Ancient Greece. The planned route highlighted border crossings, where festivities were organised to celebrate the return of peace. In homage to the restorer of the Olympic Games, the relay passed through Lausanne, Switzerland and a ceremony was organised at Pierre de Coubertin‟s tomb in the Bois-de-Vaux cemetery. The ancient Relay – Rome 1960 The relay shone the spotlight on the two poles of classical civilisation: Athens and Rome. Lesser-known ancient sites in Greece and Italy were thus brought to the public‟s attention. For the first time, the relay was televised and the event closely followed by the media. The relay to the New World – Mexico City 1968 The relay retraced the steps of Christopher Columbus to the New World. The idea was to underline the link between Mediterranean and Latin-American civilisations and between ancient (Greco-Latin) and Pre-Hispanic civilisations. A direct descendant of the great navigator, Cristóbal Colón de Carbajal, was the last runner on Spanish soil. The Olympic flame made a stop at the Great Pyramid of the Moon in Teotihuacan. A “New Fire” ceremony was organised which, in the Aztec tradition, was celebrated to mark the end of a 52-year cycle. The reappearance of the sun at dawn symbolised the renewal of the world. The Korean relay “Harmony and progress”– Seoul 1988 The relay showcased the traditions of Korea. Its route, which was a zigzag from east to west, symbolised the harmony to be found in the balance between two opposite poles. Some of the torchbearers did not wear the official uniform provided by the Games Organising Committee, but instead wore regional or traditional costumes. The “Down Under” relay – Sydney 2000 The relay had a twofold goal: to situate Australia within Oceania and to promote the culture and heritage of the different regions in the country. The Torch relay visited 12 Oceanic countries before it arrived in Australia. The start of the relay on the Australian continent was in the “red centre” at Uluru (Ayer‟s Rock), a sacred site for the indigenous population. The Aboriginal athlete Nova Peris-Kneebone, Olympic field hockey champion, was the fi
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Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics - results & video highlights Official Reports arrow Jesse Owens The Berlin Games are best remembered for Adolf Hitler’s failed attempt to use them to prove his theories of Aryan racial superiority. As it turned out, the most popular hero of the Games was the African-American sprinter and long jumper Jesse Owens, who won four gold medals in the 100m, 200m, 4x100m relay and long jump. Television coverage The 1936 Games were the first to be broadcast on television. Twenty-five television viewing rooms were set up in the Greater Berlin area, allowing the locals to follow the Games free of charge. Young Olympians Thirteen-year-old Marjorie Gestring of the US won the gold medal in springboard diving. She remains the youngest female gold medallist in the history of the Summer Olympic Games. Twelve-year-old Inge Sorensen of Denmark earned a bronze medal in the 200m breaststroke, making her the youngest medallist ever in an individual event. Debuts and firsts Basketball, canoeing and field handball all made their first appearances. The Berlin Games also became the first to introduce the torch relay, in which a lighted torch is carried from Olympia in Greece to the site of the current Games. NOCs: 49 Athletes: 3,963 (331 women, 3,632 men) Events: 129 Media: n/a The symbol of fire These Games saw the introduction of the torch relay based on an idea by Dr Carl Diem. A lit torch was carried from Olympia to the site of the Games through seven countries- Greece, Bulgaria, Yugoslavia, Hungary, Czechoslovakia, Austria and Germany: a total journey of more than 3,000 km. Television coverage The 1936 Games were also the first to be broadcast on television. Twenty-five television viewing rooms were set up in the Greater Berlin area, allowing the locals to follow the Games free of charge. Leni Riefenstahl's official film « Olympia” is a film that is radically different from all those made about sport before it. The director chose to highlight the aesthetics of the body by filming it from every angle. This film brought about new perspectives in cinematography and still remains without equal. The prizes Apart from medals, the athletes received a winner's crown and an oak tree in a pot. New on the programme For the first time, the programme included men's handball and basketball tournaments. Crowd More than four million tickets sold. Twelve years from Berlin to London As with World War I, the outbreak of hostilities, first in Japan and China and then in Europe, would make it impossible for the Games of the XII and XIII Olympiads to be held in 1940 and 1944 respectively. In fact, it would be 12 years before the Olympic flame would once again burn in an Olympic stadium, in London, in 1948. Ceremonies Berlin 1936. Arrival of the Olympic Flame at the Olympic Stadium. Official opening of the Games by: Chancellor Adolf Hitler Lighting the Olympic Flame by: Fritz Schilgen (athletics) Official Oath by: The officials' oath at an Olympic Summer Games was first sworn in 1972 in Munich. It was created purely by chance- an artist, Johannes Boehland, started by designing an emblem containing the five Olympic rings with a superimposed eagle and the Brandenburg Gate, one of the symbols of the city. However, the President of the Games Organising Committee, Dr Lewald, was not satisfied with this composition and took the initiative to open the bottom part of the emblem, which turned the design into a bell. Although it was purely by chance that it was created, the symbolism of this figure was immediately recognised. On the side of the bell is the inscription “Ich rufe die Jugend der Welt!” (I call the youth of the world). The artist, Johannes Boehland, commissioned to continue designing the emblem on this theme. The definitive emblem was thus composed of the Olympic bell on which can be found the Olympic rings with the German eagle superimposed. As well as the Olympic rings, flame and oath, the bell became one of the strong and omnipresent symbols of the Berlin Games. On the obverse, the traditional goddess of victory, holding a palm in
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