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Who was the first poet to win a Pulitzer Prize posthumously?
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Sylvia Plath - Poet | Academy of American Poets Academy of American Poets The Academy of American Poets is the largest membership-based nonprofit organization fostering an appreciation for contemporary poetry and supporting American poets. For over three generations, the Academy has connected millions of people to great poetry through programs such as National Poetry Month, the largest literary celebration in the world; Poets.org, the Academy’s popular website; American Poets, a biannual literary journal; and an annual series of poetry readings and special events. Since its founding, the Academy has awarded more money to poets than any other organization. browse poems & poets 1932-1963 , Boston , MA , United States Related Schools & Movements: read poems by this poet Sylvia Plath was born on October 27, 1932, in Boston, Massachusetts. Her mother, Aurelia Schober, was a master’s student at Boston University when she met Plath’s father, Otto Plath, who was her professor. They were married in January of 1932. Otto taught both German and biology, with a focus on apiology, the study of bees. In 1940, when Plath was eight years old, her father died as a result of complications from diabetes. He had been a strict father, and both his authoritarian attitudes and his death drastically defined her relationships and her poems—most notably in her elegaic and infamous poem " Daddy. " Even in her youth, Plath was ambitiously driven to succeed. She kept a journal from the age of eleven and published her poems in regional magazines and newspapers. Her first national publication was in the Christian Science Monitor in 1950, just after graduating from high school. In 1950, Plath matriculated at Smith College. She was an exceptional student, and despite a deep depression she went through in 1953 and a subsequent suicide attempt, she managed to graduate summa cum laude in 1955. After graduation, Plath moved to Cambridge, England, on a Fulbright Scholarship. In early 1956, she attended a party and met the English poet Ted Hughes . Shortly thereafter, Plath and Hughes were married, on June 16, 1956. Plath returned to Massachusetts in 1957 and began studying with Robert Lowell . Her first collection of poems, Colossus, was published in 1960 in England, and two years later in the United States. She returned to England, where she gave birth to her children Frieda and Nicholas, in 1960 and 1962, respectively. In 1962, Ted Hughes left Plath for Assia Gutmann Wevill. That winter, in a deep depression, Plath wrote most of the poems that would comprise her most famous book, Ariel . In 1963, Plath published a semi-autobiographical novel, The Bell Jar, under the pseudonym Victoria Lucas. Then, on February 11, 1963, during one of the worst English winters on record, Plath wrote a note to her downstairs neighbor instructing him to call the doctor, then she committed suicide using her gas oven. Plath’s poetry is often associated with the Confessional movement, and compared to the work of poets such as Lowell and fellow student Anne Sexton . Often, her work is singled out for the intense coupling of its violent or disturbed imagery and its playful use of alliteration and rhyme. Although only Colossus was published while she was alive, Plath was a prolific poet, and in addition to Ariel, Hughes published three other volumes of her work posthumously, including The Collected Poems, which was the recipient of the 1982 Pulitzer Prize. She was the first poet to posthumously win a Pulitzer Prize. Selected Bibliography
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Poets Laureate of Great Britain Poets Laureate of Great Britain Poets Laureate of Great Britain by J. Zimmerman Several of the other Laureates were famous poets, particularly Ted Hughes , Robert Southey , John Masefield , Sir John Betjeman , Cecil Day-Lewis , and the current Laureate, Andrew Motion . History and responsibilities. In Great Britain, the Poet Laureate is: The realm's official poet. A member of the royal household. Charged with writing verses for court and national occasions (such as for a Royal Wedding or the New Year). Awarded the position for life. Chosen by the British reigning monarch, from a list of nominees that the Prime Minister compiles after a poet laureate dies. Shortly after the 1668, the position became the Poet Laureate of Great Britain in 1707, when The Act of Union created "Great Britain" as the political name of England, Scotland, and Wales. The name Laureate derives from the Latin laureatus ("crowned with laurel"). It comes from an ancient Roman tradition of honoring a person (especially a poet) who has shown excellence of achievement. The honor is signified by presenting the person with a wreath of laurel leaves. FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) on the Poets Laureate of Great Britain. What does "Laureate" mean? Answer . Who was the best? Most frequently this is said to be Tennyson . John Dryden (1631-1700). Laureate 1668-88. Appointed in 1668 by King Charles II, who gave John Dryden a formal royal warrant that awarded him the official titles of Poet Laureate and Historiographer Royal. This role continued under King James II. As a powerful satirist, Dryden was a strong advocate and spokesman for his monarch, and "the best poet, dramatist, translator and critic of the age" [ Levin in Verses of the Poets Laureate] In 1689, sacked [or fired] by William III for failing to take an oath of allegiance. Thomas Shadwell (1643?-1692). Laureate 1689-92. The successful dramatist Thomas Shadwell was chosen in large part because he was a Protestant Whig, essential to replace the Catholic Dryden. met an inglorious end in 1693, A weak poet, a heavy drinker, and an opium user, Shadwell died from an overdose of opium, which he took in part to relieve his gout. He was said to have found the laureateship unimportant. Disrespected by John Dryden , among others, for his poetry as well as for his politics. Shadwell wrote a yearly ode on the monarch's birthday, and introduced the tradition of writing a New Year ode; his odes are crashingly uninspired and mechanistic, as if written by an unusually dimwitted computer program. Nahum Tate (1652-1715). Laureate 1692-1715. Born in Dublin, Tate was awarded the Poet Laureate position (and its £100 per year) but the post of Historiographer Royal (and its annual £200) became a separate assignment. Tate is most known today for his authorship of the widely loved Christmas carol "While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks By Night". He is notorious for his (creative?) revision of Shakespeare's tragedy King Lear, giving it a happy ending. In response to public events, Tate wrote poems for victories against the French (1704), the Act of Union between the Parliaments of England and Scotland (1707), and the signing of the Peace of Utrecht with France (1713). Nicholas Rowe (1674-1718). Laureate 1715-18. Nicholas Rowe was celebrated as a dramatist rather than as a poet. The Poet Laureate's role was now general praise of the sovereign, rather than political and historical. In addition to the annual New Year ode, the Laureate acquired the duty of writing a birthday ode to the monarch, a practice which was to last over 100 years. Laurence Eusden (1688-1730). Eusden never published a book of poetry. His work is mediocre. Colley Cibber (1671-1757). The poetry of dramatist Colley Cibber was conscientious but not inspired. William Whitehead (1715-85). Laureate 1757-85. [The appointment was first offered to and declined by Thomas Gray.] William Whitehead (a respectable though perhaps dull dramatist) was good humored and amiable. For example, h
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What controversial objects of the world of culture are by far the biggest attraction in the purpose built Duveen Gallery of the British Museum?
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British Museum - Parthenon Sculptures Parthenon Sculptures Video The Parthenon Sculptures The question of where the surviving sculptures from the Parthenon should now be displayed has long been a subject of public discussion. This page provides key information for understanding the complex history of the Parthenon and its sculpture. The main arguments of the debate are also presented here. For another view, see the website of the Hellenic Ministry of Culture: www.culture.gr What is the Parthenon and how did the sculptures come to London? The Parthenon in Athens has a long and complex history. Built nearly 2,500 years ago as a temple dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena, it was for a thousand years the church of the Virgin Mary of the Athenians, then a mosque, and finally an archaeological ruin. The building was altered and the sculptures much damaged over the course of the centuries. The first major loss occurred around AD 500 when the Parthenon was converted into a church. When the city was under siege by the Venetians in 1687, the Parthenon itself was used as a gunpowder store. A huge explosion blew the roof off and destroyed a large portion of the remaining sculptures. The building has been a ruin ever since. Archaeologists worldwide are agreed that the surviving sculptures could never be re-attached to the structure. By 1800 only about half of the original sculptural decoration remained. Between 1801 and 1805 Lord Elgin, the British ambassador to the Ottoman Empire, of which Athens had been a part for some 350 years, acting with the full knowledge and permission of the Ottoman authorities, removed about half of the remaining sculptures from the fallen ruins and from the building itself. Lord Elgin was passionate about ancient Greek art and transported the sculptures back to Britain. The arrival of the sculptures in London had a profound effect on the European public, regenerating interest in ancient Greek culture and influencing contemporary artistic trends. These sculptures were acquired from Lord Elgin by the British Museum in 1816 following a Parliamentary Select Committee enquiry which fully investigated and approved the legality of Lord Elgin’s actions. Since then the sculptures have all been on display to the public in the British Museum, free of entry charge. Figure of Iris from the west pediment of the Parthenon Where can the surviving sculptures from the Parthenon be seen? About 65% of the original sculptures from the Parthenon survive and are located in museums across Europe. The majority of the sculptures are divided between the Acropolis Museum in Athens and the British Museum in London (about 30% each), while important pieces are also held by other major European museums, including the Louvre and the Vatican. 1. Parthenon Sculptures in Athens The Greek authorities have removed the remaining sculptures from the Parthenon, work that was begun over 200 years ago by Elgin. All of the sculptures have now been removed from the building and are displayed in the Acropolis Museum. 2. Parthenon Sculptures in London The sculptures in London, sometimes known as the ‘Elgin Marbles’, have been on permanent public display in the British Museum since 1817, free of charge. Here they are seen by a world audience and are actively studied and researched to promote worldwide understanding of ancient Greek culture. The Museum has published the results of its research extensively. Working closely with colleagues at the Acropolis Museum, new discoveries of ancient applied colour on the sculptures have been made with the application of special imaging technology. 3. Parthenon Sculptures in other museums The following institutions also hold sculpture from the Parthenon: Musée du Louvre, Paris
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Bandar Seri Begawan, capital city of Brunei All... Bandar Seri Begawan, capital city of Brunei Many visitors come to Bandar Seri Begawan expecting an extravagant mini-Dubai, but the capital city of Brunei is actually quite unassuming. The country's oil riches are certainly evident in many buildings, like the shopping malls and mosques, but outright ostentation is hard to find. The flashiness of the nouveau-riche plays out more in the suburbs, leaving the city quiet, peaceful and quite serene. The most opulent building in the city and perhaps the whole country is the Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque. It is the largest mosque in Brunei and considered one of the region's most grand monuments to Islam. The edifice is certainly stunning, but the interior is downright jaw-dropping. Built in 1992 for the 25th anniversary of the current sultan's reign, the sheer size of the interior is awe-inspiring. Seemingly every inch is covered with artistic details that show the creator's devotion to the faith. The surrounding gardens are equally beautiful, and the whole complex is truly dazzling. In a close second place for most extravagant building comes the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque. Considerably smaller than the Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque but only slightly less decadent, this mosque was built in 1958 in its own artificial lagoon. It is the tallest building in the central stretch of the capital, and the call to prayer echoes from there throughout the city at dawn and dusk. These and most of the other extravagant buildings in Brunei were built with oil riches. The Oil and Gas Gallery is dedicated to the state's major industry, and interactive exhibits teach visitors about the origins of the country's oil and the process of getting it from the ground to the gas pump. The Brunei Museum expands on the country's oil history and also contains a wonderful Islamic art gallery. Illuminated copies of the Koran are the most interesting part of the museum, but there is also an incredible small-scale model of the Dome of the Rock made from abalone shell and mother of pearl. Behind the Brunei Museum lies the Malay Technology Museum. The small but thought-provoking space features full-size replicas of traditional stilt houses, an exhibit detailing the evolution of village architecture over the last two centuries and a collection of handicrafts and fishing tools made by the people who live in the water villages throughout the country. The sultanate retains a close relationship with Queen Elizabetth II, and the history of the British in Brunei is chronicled at the Twelve Roofs House. British High Commissioners called the residence home for decades before Brunei gained independence in 1984. The nearby Royal Regalia Museum celebrates the sultan and all of Bruneian royalty's trappings. If you missed the sultan's coronation day parade in 1967, no worries -- the museum recreates the entire spectacle for visitors in its huge ground-floor gallery. Nearly all the floats from the parade are on display, and the sultan's own gilded royal cart greets visitors as soon as they pass through the doors. Bandar Seri Begawan is a relatively calm city that lacks the hustle and bustle of other capitals, and the Taman Perangina Tasek is the most serene place in town. The sprawling green zone is dotted with picnic tables, fountains and waterfalls, and the peaceful walking trails take visitors past freshwater swimming holes and lush trees that provide a home to proboscis monkeys. Bandar Seri Begawan Geographical Location Bandar Seri Begawan is located in the northeast of Brunei on the northern bank of the Brunei River. With a population of 280,000 people, Bandar Seri Begawan is the largest city in Brunei. Bandar Seri Begawan Language Malay is the official language of Brunei with English and Chinese being the most common foreign languages. Bandar Seri Begawan Predominant Religion 67% Muslim
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What is the largest species of lizard in the world?
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World's Biggest Lizard - YouTube World's Biggest Lizard 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. Published on Jun 10, 2013 The Komodo dragon is the largest living species of lizard in the world, and this big animal is very dangerous with a deadly bite and will attack humans. Growing up to 10 ft, weighing up to 150 lbs an can live up to 30 years. You will find this member of the monitor lizard family on the Indonesian Islands of Komodo, Rinca, flores, Gilimotang and Padar. Their size in the past has been attributed to island gigantism, because there are no other carnivorous animals on the islands where they live allowing them to dominate the ecosystem. Their primary diet consists of deer, but the dragon has been known to hunt a variety of invertebrates, birds and mammals and have been reported to attack humans Mating for these magnificent beasts begins between may and Augusts with the female laying her eggs in September. The female komodo dragon digs a nesting hole where she deposits about 20 eggs which incubate for seven to eight months and hatch in april. Cannabilistic adults can prey on younger komodo dragons, so they dwell in trees to keep them safe from them and other predators. While the saliva has septic pathogens, in 2009 researchers using MRI discovered the presence of two venom glands in the lower jaw of a terminally ill specimen They are considered a vulnerable species with approximately 4 to 5,000 living in the wild. In 1980, the Komodo National Park was founded to protect the the dragon populations of Komodo, Rinca and Padar which a previous population had become extinct due to poaching. World's Deadliest Animal Videos
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Puzzles - Coffeetime Triv (Sat) 1: Who played Basil Fawlty in `Fawlty Towers`? 2: Who had a hit single with `Crocodile Rock` in 1972? 3: Who is the author of the `Harry Potter` books? 4: What is the name of the clockwork device used by musicians to measure time? 5: `Question or Nominate` was a phrase commonly heard on which UK TV quiz show? 6: Which two colours are Dennis the Menace`s jumper? 7: In which film did Roy Scheider play a sheriff and Richard Dreyfus a marine biologist? 8: The name of which (non-UK) football club is an anagram of `Red Admiral`? 9: In 2004, Fathers 4 Justice campaigner Jason Hatch caused an embarrassing security breach at Buckingham Palace dressed as who? 10: The Colosseum is located in the capital city of which country? 1: Who played Basil Fawlty in `Fawlty Towers`? John Cleese 2: Who had a hit single with `Crocodile Rock` in 1972? Elton John 3: Who is the author of the `Harry Potter` books? J.K.Rowling 4: What is the name of the clockwork device used by musicians to measure time? A metronome 6: Which two colours are Dennis the Menace`s jumper? Red and black 8: The name of which (non-UK) football club is an anagram of `Red Admiral`? Real Madrid Wow! I got a footie and an anagram question. I'm going to need to lie down! 9: In 2004, Fathers 4 Justice campaigner Jason Hatch caused an embarrassing security breach at Buckingham Palace dressed as who? Batman? 10: The Colosseum is located in the capital city of which country? Italy 5: `Question or Nominate` was a phrase commonly heard on which UK TV quiz show? 15 to 1 Patience, so you did. Well done all three of you only one missing is 7: and 'Marine Biologist' (the new wannabe career for Britain's 6th-formers) might have given it to you - the fiilm was Jaws
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At which UK General Election was Helen Grant elected, the Conservative Party's first black female MP?
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Three Out Of Five Nigerians Win Parliamentary Seats In UK General Elections-NigeriaToday | Sahara Reporters Three Out Of Five Nigerians Win Parliamentary Seats In UK General Elections-NigeriaToday For the first time ever, Nigerian-Britons have secured seats by Sahara Reporters May 09, 2010 For the first time ever, Nigerian-Britons have secured seats in the UK parliament. In the first serious attempt last Thursday, three emerged victorious in the UK’s toughest elections in more than three decades. Chuka Umunna (Labour), Helen Grant (Conservative) and Chi Onwurah (Labour) won their constituency seats while Kemi Adegoke (Conservative) and Abbey Akinoshun (Independent candidate) were unsuccessful. The trio contributed to a record number of ethnic minorities now in the UK parliament, up from the previous 14 to 27, exceeding predictions by analysts. In addition, there were also a number of firsts. Labour candidate Shabana Mahmood is the first Muslim woman to be elected, in Birmingham Ladywood constituency. Nigeria's Grant is the first black woman to represent the Conservatives in parliament. Onwurah is the first African woman to win a parliamentary seat, in Newcastle Central, and Priti Patel became the Conservative Party's first Asian female MP, winning Witham in Essex to become one of 19 Asian MPs. In Streatham district, Umunna who swept to victory said he was “humbled” by winning a close fought contest. Standing for election for the first time, he took the seat with a 3,259-vote majority. He hauled a massive 20,037 votes, beating his nearest rival, Lib Dem candidate Chris Nicholson, who received 16,778 votes. “I was born and bred in this constituency and the fact that so many of my neighbours, close friends and people I know in the community and that I am tasked to represent them is something that makes me deeply humbled. I know our party will do everything we can for the residents of this fantastic place.” Umunna is a leading organiser of the Black Socialist Society (BSS) and vice-chairman of the Streatham Labour Party in south London. He called the victory "a quite extraordinary night." Born in London of mixed Nigerian, English and Irish parentage, he went to school in Streatham and Catford. He obtained a degree in English Law and French Law and spent some time at the University of Burgundy, before attending Law School in Nottingham. One of the two Nigerian female Conservative party victors, Helen Grant broke down in tears and hugged her husband after clinching the Maidstone and Weald seat. Grant is a solicitor who was brought up by a single mother on a Carlisle council estate. Grant beat Liberal Democrat rival Peter Carroll by 5,889 votes, despite earlier predictions that the contest would be more closely fought. The turnout was 69.1 per cent. The mother-of-two admitted she had a hard act to follow in replacing her predecessor, the popular Conservative stalwart Ann Widdecombe, who stepped down after 23 years in Parliament. “Ann has been a great friend to me and she’s an amazing woman” she said. “I can’t wait to step into her shoes and be the MP for this amazing constituency. Her husband Simon simply said: “I am just so proud of her.” The full results for Grant’s Maidstone and the Weald constituency are: Helen Grant (Tory): 23,491. Peter Carroll (Liberal Democrat): 17,602. Rav Seeruthun (Labour): 4,769. Gareth Kendall (UKIP): 1,637. Stuart Jeffery (Green): 655. Gary Butler (National Front): 643. Heidi Simmons (Christian Party): 131. Chi Onwurah, the third successful Nigerian-Brit was born in Wallsend, grew up on Hillsview Avenue in Kenton and went to Kenton School before studying Electrical Engineering in London. ‘’I have lived in many different cities around the world, without ever for a moment forgetting where I am from: Newcastle. My values and beliefs were formed in Newcastle based on the people I grew up with and my own experiences” Onwurah said. ‘’My maternal grandfather was a sheet metal worker in the shipyards of the Tyne during the depression. My mother grew up in poverty in Garth Heads on the qua
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Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: February 2011 Macclesfield Pub Quiz League 22nd Feb–Cup/Plate Semi Finals Questions set by Plough Horntails and the Dolphin 1. How many hoops are used in the standard game of Croquet? A, 6. 2. Which African kingdom was known as Basutoland before it gained independence in 1966? A. Lesotho. 3. The work "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" is the textbook of which religious movement founded in 1879? A. Christian Science. 4. What is the fruit of the Blackthorn called? A. The Sloe. 5. How many countries sit on the full United Nations Security Council? A. 15. 6. According to the book of Genesis, which land lay to the "east of Eden"? A. The Land of Nod. 7. What is the name of the southernmost point of Africa? A. Cape Agulhas (note: The Cape of Good Hope is just south of Cape Town and is NOT correct). 8. Responding to a pressing issue in year 1095, what appeal did Pope Urban II make to Kings, Nobles and Knights in a sermon at the Council of Clermont? A. Please help to regain the Holy Lands… the First Crusade. (Accept any answer relating to freeing Jerusalem from Moslems/ Mohammadens / Turks/ Saracens) 9. Who holds the post of High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the European Union? A. Baroness Ashton (Accept Catherine Ashton). 10. Which city was awarded the 1944 Summer Olympic Games? A. London. 11. In which country did the Maoist organization the Shining Path (Sendero Luminoso) operate? A. Peru. 12. Which major city’s name translates into English as Fragrant Harbour? A. Hong Kong. 13. In which country was the Granny Smith apple first grown? A. Australia (in 1868) 15. Who was the architect of Coventry Cathedral? A. Basil Spence. 16. Who opened an historic address to his people with the following, “In this grave hour, perhaps the most fateful in our history, I send to every household of my peoples, both at home and overseas, this message, spoken with the same depth of feeling for each one of you as if I were able to cross your threshold and speak to you myself.” A. King George VI (as taken from the King’s Speech) 17. Which car company makes the Alhambra model? A. Seat. 18. Which car company makes a model called the Sirion? A. Diahatsu 19. What is the Nationality of Stefaan Engels who set a World record on Saturday 5th February in Barcelona by completing a marathon every day for a year, a total of 9,569 miles? A. Belgian. 20. Who wrote Memoirs of a Fox-hunting Man and Memoirs of an Infantry Officer, as well as collections of poetry? A. Siegfried Sassoon. 21. Approximately what percentage of the planet’s surface is covered by Tropical rainforests? A. 2% (but they are home to more than 50% species on Earth). Accept any figure less than 5%. 22. What is the name of the point on the Celestial sphere directly below an observer or a given position? A. Nadir. (Note this is the opposite of zenith). 23. What is the term, of French origin, loosely translated 'into mouth', for using facial muscles and shaping the lips for the mouthpiece to play a woodwind or brass musical instrument? A. Embouchure (origin, em = into, bouche = mouth) also accept embrasure. 24. In his 2011 memoir, ‘Known and Unknown’, which US ex-politician tries to deflect blame onto others including Colin Powell and Condoleeza Rice, for Iraq War mistakes? A. Donald Rumsfeld. (The book title alludes to Rumsfeld's famous statement: "There are known knowns; there are things we know we know. We also know there are known unknowns; that is to say we know there are some things we do not know. But there are also unknown unknowns - the ones we don't know we don't know..." The statement was made by Rumsfeld on February 12, 2002 at a press briefing addressing the absence of evidence linking the Iraq government with the supply of weapons of mass destruction to terrorist groups.) 25. How many vertices (corners) has a regular dodecahedron (a dodecahedron is a 3D form with 12 faces)? A. 20. 26. The Salmon River in Idaho, USA is known by what nickname, It is also the name of a 1954 film, whose title soundtrack was recorded b
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FIFA.com - FIFA World Cup™ FIFA World Cup™ You're logging in with Facebook You're logging in with Twitter You're logging in with Google+ Connect Login Error The email address/password you submitted is wrong or could not be found. Please try again. If you are not a member of the FIFA.com Club, please register first. The email address/password you submitted is wrong or could not be found. Please try again. If you are not a member of the FIFA.com Club, please register first. This Facebook account is already present Your Club account has been locked due to a breach of our Terms of Service. Please set up a new account in line with the Club rules. Review the Club Rules . Alternatively, you can email us by completing our contact form . Please enter a valid email address The email address/password you submitted is wrong or could not be found. Please try again. If you are not a member of the FIFA.com Club, please register first. Log-in unsuccessful FIFA World Cup™ © Foto-net The FIFA World Cup™ is the biggest single-event sporting competition in the world and is contested by the senior men's national teams from the 208 Member Associations of FIFA. The competition has been played every four years since the inaugural tournament in 1930, except in 1942 and 1946 when it was not held because of the Second World War. It fulfils FIFA’s objectives to touch the world, develop the game, and build a better future through a variety of ways. Tournament format The current format of the tournament involves 32 teams competing for the title at venues within the host nation(s) over a period of one month – this phase is often called the Final Competition. A qualification phase, the Preliminary Competition which currently takes place over the preceding three years, is used to determine which teams qualify for the tournament together with the host nation(s). The preliminary competition for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ sees a total of 204 entries across six continents competing for 31 available spots. For the last FIFA World Cup, 200 teams played a total of 853 matches as 31 teams qualified for South Africa. Both the preliminary and final competitions act as a massive promotion for the game of football and for the host nation(s) and are therefore wonderful opportunities to help promote values of respect, fair play and discipline to the watching world. Understandably, the organisation of such an event is a huge task for FIFA and the Local Organising Committee and is therefore one of the main activities of FIFA over a four-year period. Facts and figures The 19 FIFA World Cup tournaments have been won by eight different national teams. Brazil have won five times, and they are the only team to have played in every tournament. The other winners are Italy, with four titles; Germany, with three wins; Argentina and inaugural winners Uruguay, with two; and England, France, and Spain, with one title each. The FIFA World Cup is the world's most widely viewed sporting event; an estimated 715.1 million people watched the final match of the 2006 FIFA World Cup held in Germany and the 2010 event in South Africa was broadcast to 204 countries on 245 different channels. Inside the stadiums, a total of 3,170,856 spectators attended the 64 matches an average of 49,670 per match and the third highest aggregate attendance behind USA 1994 and Germany 2006. There were also over six million people who attended public viewing events in 16 sites across the world: ten within South Africa and a further six across the globe in Rome, Paris, Berlin, Sydney, Mexico City and Rio de Janeiro. A total of 350,000 fans attended the International FIFA Fan Fest in Berlin for the semi-final match between Germany and Spain. 177,853 accreditations for the last FIFA World Cup were printed, while the hospitality programme attracted almost a quarter of a million guests. Over three quarters of a million litres of beer were sold in the stadiums and 390,600 hot dogs were sold in the public catering concessions; many to the half a million international visitors who descended on South Africa. The F
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On This Day 1926: The first greyhound meeting with a mechanical hare took place at Belle Vue, Manchester. 2000: Portugal midfielder Luis Figo, star of Euro 2000, became the world's most expensive footballer when he joined Real Madrid for £37million from Barcelona. 2005: Australia won the first Ashes Test at Lord's by 239 runs. England recovered to win a memorable series 2-1. 2005: Lance Armstrong won a record seventh successive Tour de France - his final Tour before his temporary retirement. He was later stripped of all his titles after evidence of his doping emerged. 2009: England midfielder Steven Gerrard was found not guilty of affray by a jury at Liverpool Crown Court. 2010: Down thrashed Sligo in round four of the SFC qualifiers, winning by 3-20 to 0-10. 2010: Former world snooker champion Alex Higgins died at the age of 61. 2014: Brothers Alastair and Jonny Brownlee finished first and second for England in the Commonwealth Games men's triathlon in Glasgow. Birthdays Zaheer Abbas (cricket) - former Pakistan and Gloucestershire batsman, born 1947. Jim Leighton (soccer) - former Manchester United, Aberdeen and Scotland goalkeeper, born 1958. Barry Bonds (baseball) - controversial former San Francisco Giants star, holder of the all-time record for home runs in Major League, born 1964. Martin Keown (soccer) - former Arsenal and England defender, born 1966. Steven Richardson (golf) - played in 1991 Ryder Cup, born 1966. Dino Baggio (soccer) - former Italy midfielder who had a brief spell on loan at Blackburn in 2003, born 1971. Daniele De Rossi (soccer) - Roma and Italy midfielder, born 1983. Lukas Rosol (tennis) - Czech world number 54, famous for defeating Rafael Nadal at Wimbledon in 2012, born 1985. Quick Quiz Blitz 1 Which three football clubs have won all four English divisional titles? 2 Australia fast bowler Shaun Tait is playing for which county in this summer's NatWest T20 Blast? 3 British number one women's tennis player Johanna Konta was born in which city? 4 Who has been the top jockey at the Cheltenham Festival for eight of the last nine years? 5 Who scored the goal for Tipperary in All-Ireland SFC success over Derry? Sport on TV Today (Sunday, July 24) GAA: The Sunday Game Live - RTE 1 (1.30pm) - Waterford v Wexford (Throw-in 2.00pm) and Galway v Clare (Throw-in 4.00pm); The Sunday Game - RTE 2 - 21.30 SOCCER: International Champions Cup, Inter Milan v Paris St Germain - Sky Sports 1 2200; Euro Under-19s final - Eurosport 1 1905; MLS, New York Red Bulls v New York City FC - Sky Sports 3 1755, Sporting Kansas City v Seattle Sounders - Sky Sports 3 2000; Women's Super League, Notts County v Man City - BT Sport 1 1530. CRICKET: Second Test, England v Pakistan - Sky Sports 2 1030; First Test, West Indies v India - Sky Sports 5 1455. GOLF: PGA Tour, Canadian Open - Sky Sports 4 1800; Senior Open, Carnoustie - Sky Sports 4 1330; LPGA Tour, Scottish Open - Sky Sports 4 1030. CYCLING: Tour de France stage 21 - ITV4 1300, Eurosport 1 1530, ITV4 1200, S4C 1600; Tour de France women's 90km race - Eurosport 1 1330. TENNIS: ATP Tour, Citi Open - Sky Sports 2 2000; WTA Tour - Stanford Classic, BT Sport 1 2200. MOTOR RACING: Formula One, Hungarian Grand Prix race - Channel 4 1200, Sky Sports F1 1230. ATHLETICS: World Junior Championships, Bydgoszcz - Eurosport 2 2115. MOTORCYCLE RACING: British Superbikes - Eurosport 2 1230. DARTS: World Matchplay - Sky Sports 1 1900. SAILING: America's Cup World Series - BT Sport 1 1245. BASEBALL: MLB - BT Sport/ESPN 1800, BT Sport 2 1900, Los Angeles Dodgers v St Louis Cardinals BT Sport/ESPN 0100 (Mon). Tomorrow (Monday, July 25) CRICKET: Fourth day of the second Investec Test from Old Trafford, England v Pakistan - Sky Sports 2 1030; final day of the first Test from North Sound, West Indies v India - Sky Sports 1 1455. SOCCER: Betfred Cup first round, Rangers v Stranraer - BT Sport 1 1915. TENNIS: ATP Tour, Rogers Cup from Toronto - Sky Sports 3 1600; WTA Tour, Rogers Cup from Montreal - BT Sport 2 1730, BT Sport 1 0000 (Tue). CYCLING: Tour de Wallonie stage three - Eurosport 2 1415.
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Beatles - Yesterday Lyrics | MetroLyrics Yesterday Lyrics New! Highlight lyrics to add Meanings, Special Memories, and Misheard Lyrics... Submit Corrections Cancel Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away Now it looks as though they're here to stay Oh, I believe in yesterday Suddenly, I'm not half the man I used to be There's a shadow hanging over me. Oh, yesterday came suddenly Why she had to go I don't know she wouldn't say I said something wrong, now I long for yesterday Yesterday, love was such an easy game to play Now I need a place to hide away Oh, I believe in yesterday Why she had to go I don't know she wouldn't say I said something wrong, now I long for yesterday Yesterday, love was such an easy game to play Now I need a place to hide away Oh, I believe in yesterday Mm mm mm mm mm mm mm Songwriters
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Billy J. Kramer’s Biography — Free listening, videos, concerts, stats and photos at Last.fm Listeners Biography Billy J. Kramer (born William Howard Ashton, on August 19, 1943, in Bootle, Liverpool, England) was a British Invasion / Merseybeat singer. He is known today primarily as the singer of various Lennon-McCartney compositions that The Beatles did not use. Early career The performing name Kramer was chosen at random from a telephone directory. It was John Lennon's suggestion that the "J" be added to the name to further distinguish him by adding a 'tougher edge'. Billy soon came to the attention of Brian Epstein, ever on the look-out for new talent to add to his expanding roster of local artists. Kramer turned professional but his then backing band, The Coasters, were less keen, so Epstein sought out the services of a Manchester based band, The Dakotas, a well-respected combo then backing Pete MacLaine. Even then, The Dakotas would not join Kramer without a recording deal of their own. Once in place, the deal was set and both acts signed to Parlophone under George Martin. Collectively, they were named Billy J. Kramer with The Dakotas to keep their own identities within the act. Once the Beatles broke through, the way was paved for a tide of "Merseybeat" and Kramer was offered the chance to cover a song first released by the Beatles on their own debut album, Please Please Me. The track had been allegedly turned down by Shane Fenton (later Alvin Stardust) who was looking for a career reviving hit. Success With record producer George Martin, the song "Do You Want to Know a Secret?" was a number two UK Singles Chart hit in 1963, and was backed by another tune otherwise unreleased by The Beatles, "I'll Be on My Way". After this impressive breakthrough another Lennon/McCartney pairing "Bad to Me" c/w "I Call Your Name" reached number one. "I'll Keep You Satisfied" ended the year with a respectable number four placing. Billy was given a series of songs specially written for him by John Lennon and Paul McCartney which launched him into stardom and a proper place in the history of Rock and Roll. I'll Keep You Satisfied, From A Window, I Call Your Name and Bad to Me all became international million sellers for Billy, and won him appearances on the TV shows Shindig!, Hullabaloo and The Ed Sullivan Show. The Dakotas , meanwhile, enjoyed Top 20 success in 1963 on their own with Mike Maxfield's composition "The Cruel Sea", an instrumental retitled "The Cruel Surf" in the U.S., which was subsequently covered by The Ventures. This was followed by a George Martin creation, "Magic Carpet", evoking a dreamy atmosphere with a subtle echo laden piano, playing the melody alongside Maxfield's guitar. But it missed out altogether and it was a year before their next release. All four tracks appeared on a highly-collectable EP later that year. The three big hits penned by Lennon and McCartney meant that Kramer was always seemingly in the Beatles' shadow, unless he did tried something different. Despite being advised against it, he insisted on recording the Stateside chart hit "Little Children" - the lyrics were allegedly about getting his girlfriend's brothers and sisters out of the way so they could make love. It became his second chart topper and biggest hit. It was Kramer's only major hit outside of the UK. In the U.S., this was followed up with "Bad to Me" which reached number nine. Despite this success Kramer went backwards with his second and last UK single of 1964; another Lennon/McCartney cast-off "From A Window", which only just became a Top Ten hit. After the peak The year 1965 saw the end for the Merseybeat boom, and the next Kramer single was "It's Gotta Last Forever", which harked back to a ballad approach. In a year where mod-related music from the likes of The Who prevailed, the single missed completely. Kramer's cover of "Trains and Boats and Planes" saw off Anita Harris' cover version only to find itself in direct competition with its composer, Burt Bacharach's effort, which won the day. Kramer's effort still reached a
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Geoffrey Hughes - Telegraph TV & Radio Obituaries Geoffrey Hughes Geoffrey Hughes, who has died aged 68, was known for his memorable television roles as Eddie Yeats, the roly-poly Scouse binman in Coronation Street; the slobbish Onslow in Keeping Up Appearances; the ironically named Twiggy in The Royle Family; and the roguish Vernon Scripps in Heartbeat. Image 1 of 2 Geoffrey Hughes as Eddie Yates with the Rovers Return barmaid Betty (Betty Driver) in 'Coronation Street' Photo: SCOPE FEATURES Geoffrey Hughes as Vernon, with David Lonsdale as David in 'Heartbeat' Photo: YORKSHIRE TELEVISION 6:20PM BST 29 Jul 2012 He first appeared on television in the 1960s, in series including Z-Cars and The Likely Lads, and was the voice of Paul McCartney in the film Yellow Submarine. Although usually cast in supporting roles, the 17-and-a-half stone Hughes invested them with a distinctive character which captured the hearts of television audiences. Meanwhile, his self-effacing but professional approach to acting meant that over nearly 50 years in the business he barely had a day’s unemployment. Hughes was hugely popular as the soft-hearted petty criminal turned binman Eddie Yeats, a role he played from 1974 to 1983. In fact, the part was not his first on Coronation Street: in 1965 he had appeared in three episodes as Eric Fairbrother, the bricklayer who beats up professional grumpy old man Albert Tatlock (Jack Howarth). For this he expected some abusive letters. “All I got,” he recalled, “were two saying I should have killed him.” But it was as Eddie that Hughes became a household name. His character, an ex-Borstal boy, was introduced in 1974 as Minnie Caldwell’s lodger, newly paroled from prison, and provided a figure of comic relief in succession to his cellmate Ged Stone (played by Kenneth Cope). With his distinctive torn hat and habit of getting into scrapes, Eddie soon won a following among Street fans, providing a foil, with Stan Ogden (Bernard Youens), to Stan’s much put-upon wife Hilda (Jean Alexander). Eddie helped out on Stan’s window-cleaning round, and the pair embarked on several get-rich-quick schemes, including hiring out a timid guard dog, brewing beer in the bath, and (in Hilda’s absence) renting out rooms chez Ogden at number 13 Coronation Street. Eventually Eddie became the Ogdens’ lodger and they treated him like their own son. In 1976 it was Eddie who was responsible for the famous “muriel” (mural) that adorned the Ogdens’ sitting-room wall, having realised that some of the cut-price wallpaper he had acquired was faded old stock. “It’s your muriel feature scenic panorama contrast wall,” he explained to a sceptical Hilda. “Dead trendy.” Related Articles Anne Kirkbride 20 Jan 2015 In Hughes’s own favourite episode, broadcast in 1981, the Ogdens’ washing ends up on the local refuse tip after Eddie, in his professional capacity, removes the washing that Hilda has placed in a plastic bin liner. For many fans the ups and downs of their friendship represented a high point of the series. In 1982 Hughes’s character took up CB radio, using the handle “Slim Jim” and falling in love with “Stardust Lil”, who turned out to be a florist’s assistant, Marion Willis (Veronica Doran). But with an on-screen shotgun wedding in the offing, Hughes himself had become unsettled; he had found playing in a weekly television soap limiting, feeling that he was regarded as Eddie Yeats rather than as an actor, and that his weekly trips to the Granada studios in Manchester were keeping him away too long from his family and farm in Northamptonshire. In 1983 his misgivings about his character being married off proved decisive. “He saw Eddie as a bachelor,” recalled the producer, Bill Podmore, “and in the end decided to head off for pastures new ... a great blow to the programme.” The elder of two sons of a Liverpool docker, Geoffrey Hughes was born at Wallasey, Cheshire, on February 2 1944. After attending Abbotsford Secondary Modern School, Norris Green, Liverpool, he worked for a time as a salesman in a department store, performing i
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THE NEW SEASON - FILM - Los Angeles Noir and Other Looming Shadows - Schedule - NYTimes.com All dates are subject to change. September Wednesday AL Franken: God Spoke A year in the life of this comedian and political commentator, as recorded by the filmmakers Nick Doob and Chris Hegedus (''The War Room''). Artie Lange's Beer League Mr. Lange, a regular on Howard Stern's radio show, is the co-writer, producer and star of this comedy about an amateur softball team in danger of being dropped from its league. Frank Sebastiano is the co-writer and director; with Ralph Macchio, Laurie Metcalf and Seymour Cassel. Friday Aurora Borealis A Minneapolis drifter (Joshua Jackson) finds meaning in his life when he becomes a caretaker for his elderly grandparents (Louise Fletcher and Donald Sutherland). Juliette Lewis is a friendly and flighty physical therapist; James Burke directs. The Black Dahlia James Ellroy's fictionalized version of one of Los Angeles's most notorious murders, the 1947 killing of the aspiring actress Elizabeth Short (Mia Kirshner). Josh Hartnett and Aaron Eckhart are the two police investigators on the case; Scarlett Johansson is a mysterious look-alike for the dead woman who attracts the amorous attention of both men. With Hilary Swank; Brian De Palma, no stranger to doubles and dead bodies, directs. Confetti Three couples compete in a magazine's contest to hold the most original wedding of the year. Debbie Isitt directs this largely improvised mockumentary from Britain, which stars Martin Freeman from the British version of ''The Office.'' Everyone's Hero Christopher Reeve initiated this computer animated film about a boy's cross-country journey to meet Babe Ruth (Brian Dennehy) and help him win the World Series. Reeve, Colin Brady and Dan St. Pierre are the credited directors. With the voices of Whoopi Goldberg, Ed Helms, William H. Macy and Mandy Patinkin. Gridiron Gang Football becomes a route to self-esteem for a group of teenagers held in a juvenile home. Dwayne Johnson, known as the Rock, is the inspirational coach this time; with Xzibit, Leon Rippy and Kevin Dunn. Phil Joanou directed, based on a 1993 documentary by Lee Stanley and Jac Flanders. The Ground Truth The experiences of six men and women who volunteered for service in Iraq, as seen in a documentary by Patricia Foulkrod. Haven The financiers Bill Paxton and Stephen Dillane touch off a wave of trouble when they flee to the Cayman Islands to escape prosecution. Orlando Bloom is the local who gets tied in with them; Zoe Saldana and Agnes Bruckner also figure in the story. Written and directed by Frank E. Flowers. Keeping Mum The British comedian Rowan Atkinson tries to shake the kiddie image of the ''Mr. Bean'' films with this sex comedy about a clergyman who discovers his wife (Kristin Scott Thomas) is having an affair. With Maggie Smith and Patrick Swayze; written and directed by Niall Johnson. The Last Kiss Gabriele Muccino's Italian film ''L'ultimo Bacio'' gets its Americanized remake courtesy of the director Tony Goldwyn and the writer Paul Haggis. Zach Braff is the blithe young man horrified to discover that his longtime girlfriend is pregnant. With Jacinda Barrett and Rachel Bilson. The U.S. vs. John Lennon David Leaf's documentary looks at John Lennon's years as an anti-war activist. VaJRa Sky Over Tibet The director and cinematographer John Bush conducts a tour of Tibetan Buddhism's most sacred sites. Sept. 20 Old Joy Two old friends, one about to become a father (Daniel London) and one still drifting (Will Oldham), go on an overnight camping trip in the Cascade Mountains in Oregon. A funny, lyrical reimagining of the Falstaff tale by a genuinely independent filmmaker, Kelly Reichardt (''River of Grass''). Sept. 22 All the King's Men The fourth version (counting a couple of TV movies) of Robert Penn Warren's novel about a ruthless Southern governor, based on the life of Huey Long. Sean Penn stars; with Jude Law, Kate Winslet, Patricia Clarkson, James Gandolfini, Anthony Hopkins and Kathy Baker; directed by Steven Zaillian. In other wor
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The inactive volcano, Mauna Kea (meaning 'white mountain' in the local native language), is in which US state?
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Mauna Kea Volcano, Hawaiʻi Hawaiʻi's Tallest Volcano Photograph by D.A. Swanson on February 15, 1971. Tall cinder cones atop the summit of Mauna Kea (4,205m) and lava flows that underlie its steep upper flanks have built the volcano a scant 35 m higher than nearby Mauna Loa (4,170 m). Mauna Kea, like Hawaiʻi's other older volcanoes, Hualālai and Kohala, has evolved beyond the shield-building stage, as indicated by (1) the very low eruption rates compared to Mauna Loa and Kīlauea; (2) the absence of a summit caldera and elongated fissure vents that radiate its summit; (3) steeper and more irregular topography (for example, the upper flanks of Mauna Kea are twice as steep as those of Mauna Loa); and (4) different chemical compositions of the lava. These changes in part reflect a low rate magma supply that causes the continuously active summit reservoir and rift zones of the shield stage to give way to small isolated batches of magma that rise episodically into the volcano, erupt briefly, and soon solidify. They also reflect greater viscosity and volatile content of the lava, which result in thick flows that steepen the edifice and explosive eruptions that build large cinder cones. Glaciers on Mauna Kea? Most people don't think about snow or glaciers in Hawaiʻi, but geologists have long recognizd deposits formed by glaciers on Mauna Kea during recent ice ages. The latest work indicates that deposits of three glacial episodes since 150,000 to 200,000 years ago are preserved on the volcano. Glacial moraines on the volcano formed about 70,000 years ago and from approximately 40,000 to 13,000 years ago. If glacial deposits were formed on Mauna Loa, they have long since been buried by younger lava flows. Even today, snow falls on both Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa. Both volcanoes are so high that snow falls during winter months, perhaps accumulating to a few meters depth. The seasonal snow cover on the steep slopes of Mauna Kea is easier to see from coastal areas than on the gentle, rounded slopes of Mauna Loa, whose summit cannot be seen from sea level. Will Mauna Kea erupt again? Mauna Kea is presently a dormant volcano, having last erupted about 4,500 years ago. However, Mauna Kea is likely to erupt again. Its quiescent periods between eruptions are long compared to those of the active volcanoes Hualālai (which erupts every few hundred years), Mauna Loa (which erupts every few years to few tens of years) and Kīlauea (which erupts every few years). A swarm of earthquakes beneath Mauna Kea might signal that an eruption could occur within a short time, but such swarms do not always result in an eruption. Sensitive astronomical telescopes on top of Mauna Kea would, as a by product of their stargazing, detect minute ground tilts possibly foretelling a future eruption. Hawaiian Meaning The Hawaiian name "Mauna Kea" means "White Mountain" but is also known in native traditions and prayers as "Mauna a Wākea" or "The mountain of Wākea." Mauna a Wākea is the first-born mountain son of Wākea and Papa, the progenitors of the Hawaiian race. Mauna Kea Facts
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The Only State... Quiz Extra Trivia ...whose current State Capitol building predates the revolution? The Maryland State House, built in 1772, has a unique wooden dome which was constructed without nails. ...to produce two US Presidents whose sons also became Presidents? Coincidentally, both sons shared their Father's names--John Quincy Adams and George Walker Bush. ...to host a Confederate President's inauguration? Jefferson Davis took his oath of office at the Alabama State Capitol building in 1861. ...whose official state seal is not circular? Connecticut's seal, depicting three grapevines and the state motto, is oval-shaped. ...to have two Federal Reserve Banks? The Federal bank in Kansas City covers the Great Plains region, while the bank in St. Louis covers part of the Central US. ...in which the Northern half is in a different time zone than the Southern half? Northern Idaho is on Pacific Time, while Southern Idaho is on Mountain Time. ...to have multiple native sons immortalized atop Mount Rushmore? George Washington and Thomas Jefferson were both born in Virginia, as were six other Presidents. ...that has 'parishes' instead of counties? Louisiana's unique use of the word 'parish' is a holdover from its days as a French Colony. ...with a community-owned major league professional sports team? The NFL's Green Bay Packers are owned by a large group of stockholders mostly residing in Wisconsin. ...whose median age is under 30 years old? The Mormon Church's encouragement of large families may explain why Utah's median age is only 28.8 years. ...to lie entirely above 1,000 meters elevation? Colorado's lowest point, at the border with Kansas, is higher than Pennsylvania's tallest summit. ...where prostitution is legal? However, not all counties have legalized it--including the counties Las Vegas and Reno are in. ...with a state capital of over a million people? The next biggest state capital, Indianapolis, has half a million fewer citizens. ...to be named after an American? Perhaps only George Washington had the gravitas to merit such an honor; a state of Franklin was attempted but failed to be approved. ...whose three largest cities begin with the same letter? The largest city in Ohio is Columbus, followed by Cleveland and then Cincinnati. ...to host three modern Olympic Games? Besides the two Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, California hosted the 1960 Winter Olympics in Squaw Valley. ...never to cast an electoral vote for Ronald Reagan? Minnesota was the only state to spurn the GOP in 1984, remaining loyal to Minnesotan Walter Mondale. ...whose name has no letters in common with that of its capital? This may not be the most interesting 'Only' stat about South Dakota, but it's the only one I could find... ...to border the Canadian province of New Brunswick? Maine has one border with New Hampshire, but is otherwise surrounded by Canadian provinces. ...with a modern city founded by European colonists prior to 1600? St. Augustine, founded in 1565, was originally the capital of Spanish Florida. ...to have a Unicameral Legislature? Nebraska's legislature, nicknamed 'The Unicameral' by residents, is also uniquely unaffiliated with any political party. ...whose legal right to statehood was brought before the Supreme Court? Virginia v. West Virginia, in which Virgina strove to regain counties that had seceded during the Civil War, was decided in favor of the Defendant. ...to have territory in the Eastern Hemisphere? This means that Alaska is technically the northernmost, westernmost, and easternmost State. ...to have a state-owned bank? The Bank of North Dakota was founded in 1919, and receives funds from state agencies. ...whose official State Motto is in Spanish? Montana's state motto is 'Oro y Plata,' or 'Gold and Silver,' in tribute to the state's mining industry. Exceptional Quality ...to border more than two Great Lakes? In fact, Michigan borders four Great Lakes--all except for Lake Ontario. ...with an automobile on its commemorative State Quarter? The auto, an 'Indycar,' is a reference to the famed Indianapolis Motor Spe
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Taste and Flavor - Taste Bud Facts at WomansDay.com Thinkstock Advertisement - Continue Reading Below You probably already know that your taste buds have something to do with your food preferences, but you'll likely be surprised to learn how deeply those preferences are rooted in your body's survival instincts. We spoke to the experts to learn more about taste buds, and uncovered loads of surprising information, from how pregnancy can affect taste to why some people have more sensitive palates. Read on to learn seven surprising facts about taste buds. Most Popular 1. You can't see your taste buds. Those bumps you see on your tongue when you say "ahh"? They aren't taste buds. "Those round projections are called fungiform papillae and each has an average of six taste buds buried inside its surface tissue," says Linda Bartoshuk, PhD, director of human research at the University of Florida Center for Smell and Taste. Specialized taste receptors inside the taste buds allow us to distinguish sweet, salty, sour and bitter—and a possible fifth taste called umami, which has a savory element––by sending a message to the brain. And you don't just have taste buds on your tongue—they're everywhere, from the roof of your mouth to your throat and stomach. 2. Not everyone has the same amount of taste buds. According to Nicholas Bower, MD, district medical director at MedExpress, the average adult has between 2,000 and 10,000 taste buds. People who have more than 10,000 are considered to be "supertasters" because they taste things more intensely. "Research has shown that supertasters don't like vegetables very much because they taste bitterness so intensely," says Dr. Bartoshuk. "They also may find very sweet desserts, like crème brûlée, to be over-the-top sugary." To find out where you fall on the taste spectrum, Dr. Bartoshuk recommends an easy at-home test: Apply a couple of drops of blue food color to your tongue and swallow a few times. Then examine your tongue's surface; fungiform papillae won't pick up the dye, so they'll look like pink polka dots on a blue background. If your tongue appears to be almost solid pink, then you have tons of fungiform papillae and may be a supertaster. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 3. Taste and flavor are not the same thing. Taste is what your taste buds pick up: sweet, salty, sour, bitter and potentially umami (the fifth savory taste). Flavor is a combination of taste plus smell, specifically "retronasal olfaction," which is how your brain registers scent when you eat something. For example, sniffing a chocolate doughnut will send a scent message through your nostrils to one part of your brain, and eating it will send a different type of scent signal to a different part of your brain. It is the scent message from eating that combines with taste to create flavor. However, according to Dr. Bartoshuk, the scent message from smelling with your nose is not involved with flavor at all (your brain knows the difference between the two). 4. Taste buds are designed to keep us alive. "The purpose of our ability to distinguish tastes is survival," says Trey Wilson, DDS, a New York City–based dentist. "Taste buds tell your brain whether or not to swallow what's already in your mouth." According to Dr. Bartoshuk, infants are born loving sweet and hating bitter, because natural sugar—not the sugar in, say, a processed candy bar, as we think of it today—is brain fuel, while bitter is the sensory cue for poison. "The taste system evolved to protect a baby who hasn't learned anything about what is good and bad for himself yet," she explains. Additionally, sodium is a mineral that's essential for making our muscles and nerves work, thus many people's cravings for salty snacks. 5. Your flavor preferences aren't set in stone. You can train your palate to enjoy new foods—just ask any adventurous eater who used to be a picky toddler. "By our watching our parents and friends, our brain learns what foods are 'good,'" says Dr. Bower. Want to expand your child's—or your own—palate? According to Dr. Bartoshuk, bringing
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50 Interesting Facts | IAS 50 Interesting Facts Hypermetropic people are what : Long Sighted Which leader lives in the Potola : Dalai Lama What wood was the cross supposed to be made of : Mistletoe Joseph Levitch became famous as who : Jerry Lewis If you planted a bandarilla what are you doing : Bullfighting What was the first Pink Floyd album : Piper at the gates of dawn In which city was the first public opera house opened : Venice In what Elvis film did he play a double role : Kissing Cousins The Aphrodite of Melos has a more famous name what : Venus de Milo Which country invented the concentration camp Britain : Boer war John Huston scored a hit with his first film what? : Maltese falcon Stan laurel, Mickey Rooney, Lana Turner what in common : 8 marriages What real person has been played most often in films : Napoleon Bonaparte Scotopic people can do what : See in the dark What is the most critical thing keeping bananas fresh transport Temperature not below : 13 C 55F What is the name of the Paris stock exchange : Bourse Whose music featured in The Clockwork Orange : Beethoven What was the Troggs most famous hit : Wild Thing In Japan what colour car is reserved for the royal family only : Maroon What city has Kogoshima as its airport : Tokyo What was gangsters George Nelsons nickname : Baby Face Whose first wife was actress Jayne Wyman : Ronald Regan In MASH what is Radars favourite drink : Grape Knee High What do you give on the third wedding anniversary : Leather What is a baby whale called : Calf In which film did the Rolls Royce have the number plate AU1 : Goldfinger Vladamere Ashkenazy plays what musical instrument : Piano With which organ does a snake hear : Tongue On what is the Mona Lisa painted : Wood What is the second most common international crime : Art theft Count de Grisly was the first to perform what trick in 1799 : Saw woman in half Who wrote Les Miserable : Victor Hugo Which bird turns it head upside down to eat : Flamingo The colossus of Rhodes was a statue of who : Apollo Who rode a horse called Bucephalus : Alexander the Great To which London club did Mycroft Holmes belong : Diogones What did William Addis invent in prison : Toothbrush What is the only duty of police Gracthenvissers in Amsterdam : Motorists in canals Kleenex tissues were originally intended as what in 1915 WW1 : Gas mask filters Who invented popcorn : American Indians What is the colour of mourning in : Turkey Violet For what is spirits of salt another name : Hydrochloric acid Which game is played on an oval with 18 player per team : Australian football In the Winnie the Pooh stories what is Kanga’s baby called : Roo Which actor is common to Magnificent 7 and Dirty Dozen : Charles Bronson Who saved Andromeda from the sea monster : Perseus What flower is the symbol of secrecy : Rose What item were originally called : Hanways Umbrellas What is Brussels best known statue : The Mannequin Pis In which language does God Jul mean happy : Xmas Swedish SHARE
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Hosking, John Hosking, John Hosking, John Terri McCormack John Hosking was born in London in 1806, the third son of Methodist teacher John Hosking and his wife Ann Elizabeth. John Hosking senior brought his family to Sydney on 29 January 1809 in response to an invitation from the Reverend Samuel Marsden to take charge of the Female Orphan School. Hosking junior spent part of his childhood in Sydney until his family went back to England in July 1819, and returned to Sydney on the Sir George Osborne in December 1825. Sydney's inaugural mayor Upon his return to Sydney, John Hosking opened a store, first at Pitt Street and later at Albion Wharf, Sussex Street. He married Martha Foxlowe Terry, the daughter of former convict and wealthy merchant Samuel Terry, 'the Botany Bay Rothschild', and former innkeeper Rosetta Marsh, on 16 June 1829, and they later had three daughters. Hosking went into business with John Terry Hughes, nephew and step son-in-law to Samuel Terry, and prospered, investing the profits in real estate at Darling Harbour, Macquarie Fields, Monaro, and the Foxlowe Estate on the Molonglo River. In 1841, he purchased waterfront land at East Balmain (near contemporary Hosking Street) and subdivided it into 29 lots of which only 13 were sold. Hosking was a member of the Southern Cattle Association and director of the Sydney Banking Company in 1841. He held shares in the Sydney College and was an active Methodist, like his father. Hosking was a Foundation Alderman for Bourke Ward, 1 November 1842, and was the first elected mayor of the City of Sydney from November 1842 to September 1843. He was also appointed a magistrate in 1842. A change of fortunes In 1843, Hughes & Hosking became insolvent, forcing Hosking to resign from council and withdraw his nomination for the Legislative Council. The Bank of Australia, their largest creditor, collapsed on 2 March 1843. By the time of his death, most of Hosking's property had been sold. In 1854, Hosking rented Vaucluse House while his grand stone residence, Carrara, was being built. He died at Mount Pleasant, Penrith, on 9 September 1882. References Charles H Bertie, The Early History of the Sydney Municipal Council, Sydney City Council, 1911 City of Sydney Archives, Aldermen's File, photos Bertie, 80/191, THC 92/012 Shirley Fitzgerald and Hilary Golder, Pyrmont & Ultimo: under seige, Halstead Press, Ultimo, 2009 Phillip Geeves, Philip Geeves' Sydney, Angus & Robertson, Sydney, 1981 Hilary Golder, A Short Electoral History of Sydney City Council 1842–1992, City of Sydney website, http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/aboutsydney/documents/history/hs_chos_electoral_history.pdf, viewed 30 September 2010 Hilary Golder, Sacked: removing and remaking the Sydney City Council 1853–1988, City of Sydney in association with Books & Writers, Sydney, 2004 Leichhardt Historical Journal, Annandale Association; Balmain Association; Glebe Society, Annandale, vol 14 Vivienne Parsons, 'Hosking, John (1806–1882)', Australian Dictionary of Biography, vol 1, Melbourne University Press, 1966, pp 554–555 Eric Russell, Woollahra: a history in pictures, John Ferguson in association with Woollahra Municipal Council, Sydney, 1980
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On This Day 1926: The first greyhound meeting with a mechanical hare took place at Belle Vue, Manchester. 2000: Portugal midfielder Luis Figo, star of Euro 2000, became the world's most expensive footballer when he joined Real Madrid for £37million from Barcelona. 2005: Australia won the first Ashes Test at Lord's by 239 runs. England recovered to win a memorable series 2-1. 2005: Lance Armstrong won a record seventh successive Tour de France - his final Tour before his temporary retirement. He was later stripped of all his titles after evidence of his doping emerged. 2009: England midfielder Steven Gerrard was found not guilty of affray by a jury at Liverpool Crown Court. 2010: Down thrashed Sligo in round four of the SFC qualifiers, winning by 3-20 to 0-10. 2010: Former world snooker champion Alex Higgins died at the age of 61. 2014: Brothers Alastair and Jonny Brownlee finished first and second for England in the Commonwealth Games men's triathlon in Glasgow. Birthdays Zaheer Abbas (cricket) - former Pakistan and Gloucestershire batsman, born 1947. Jim Leighton (soccer) - former Manchester United, Aberdeen and Scotland goalkeeper, born 1958. Barry Bonds (baseball) - controversial former San Francisco Giants star, holder of the all-time record for home runs in Major League, born 1964. Martin Keown (soccer) - former Arsenal and England defender, born 1966. Steven Richardson (golf) - played in 1991 Ryder Cup, born 1966. Dino Baggio (soccer) - former Italy midfielder who had a brief spell on loan at Blackburn in 2003, born 1971. Daniele De Rossi (soccer) - Roma and Italy midfielder, born 1983. Lukas Rosol (tennis) - Czech world number 54, famous for defeating Rafael Nadal at Wimbledon in 2012, born 1985. Quick Quiz Blitz 1 Which three football clubs have won all four English divisional titles? 2 Australia fast bowler Shaun Tait is playing for which county in this summer's NatWest T20 Blast? 3 British number one women's tennis player Johanna Konta was born in which city? 4 Who has been the top jockey at the Cheltenham Festival for eight of the last nine years? 5 Who scored the goal for Tipperary in All-Ireland SFC success over Derry? Sport on TV Today (Sunday, July 24) GAA: The Sunday Game Live - RTE 1 (1.30pm) - Waterford v Wexford (Throw-in 2.00pm) and Galway v Clare (Throw-in 4.00pm); The Sunday Game - RTE 2 - 21.30 SOCCER: International Champions Cup, Inter Milan v Paris St Germain - Sky Sports 1 2200; Euro Under-19s final - Eurosport 1 1905; MLS, New York Red Bulls v New York City FC - Sky Sports 3 1755, Sporting Kansas City v Seattle Sounders - Sky Sports 3 2000; Women's Super League, Notts County v Man City - BT Sport 1 1530. CRICKET: Second Test, England v Pakistan - Sky Sports 2 1030; First Test, West Indies v India - Sky Sports 5 1455. GOLF: PGA Tour, Canadian Open - Sky Sports 4 1800; Senior Open, Carnoustie - Sky Sports 4 1330; LPGA Tour, Scottish Open - Sky Sports 4 1030. CYCLING: Tour de France stage 21 - ITV4 1300, Eurosport 1 1530, ITV4 1200, S4C 1600; Tour de France women's 90km race - Eurosport 1 1330. TENNIS: ATP Tour, Citi Open - Sky Sports 2 2000; WTA Tour - Stanford Classic, BT Sport 1 2200. MOTOR RACING: Formula One, Hungarian Grand Prix race - Channel 4 1200, Sky Sports F1 1230. ATHLETICS: World Junior Championships, Bydgoszcz - Eurosport 2 2115. MOTORCYCLE RACING: British Superbikes - Eurosport 2 1230. DARTS: World Matchplay - Sky Sports 1 1900. SAILING: America's Cup World Series - BT Sport 1 1245. BASEBALL: MLB - BT Sport/ESPN 1800, BT Sport 2 1900, Los Angeles Dodgers v St Louis Cardinals BT Sport/ESPN 0100 (Mon). Tomorrow (Monday, July 25) CRICKET: Fourth day of the second Investec Test from Old Trafford, England v Pakistan - Sky Sports 2 1030; final day of the first Test from North Sound, West Indies v India - Sky Sports 1 1455. SOCCER: Betfred Cup first round, Rangers v Stranraer - BT Sport 1 1915. TENNIS: ATP Tour, Rogers Cup from Toronto - Sky Sports 3 1600; WTA Tour, Rogers Cup from Montreal - BT Sport 2 1730, BT Sport 1 0000 (Tue). CYCLING: Tour de Wallonie stage three - Eurosport 2 1415.
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Caveat emptor legal definition of caveat emptor Caveat emptor legal definition of caveat emptor http://legal-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/caveat+emptor Related to caveat emptor: Caveat lector Caveat Emptor [Latin, Let the buyer beware.] A warning that notifies a buyer that the goods he or she is buying are "as is," or subject to all defects. When a sale is subject to this warning the purchaser assumes the risk that the product might be either defective or unsuitable to his or her needs.This rule is not designed to shield sellers who engage in Fraud or bad faith dealing by making false or misleading representations about the quality or condition of a particular product. It merely summarizes the concept that a purchaser must examine, judge, and test a product considered for purchase himself or herself. The modern trend in laws protecting consumers, however, has minimized the importance of this rule. Although the buyer is still required to make a reasonable inspection of goods upon purchase, increased responsibilities have been placed upon the seller, and the doctrine of caveat venditor (Latin for "let the seller beware") has become more prevalent. Generally, there is a legal presumption that a seller makes certain warranties unless the buyer and the seller agree otherwise. One such Warranty is the Implied Warranty of merchantability. If a person buys soap, for example, there is an implied warranty that it will clean; if a person buys skis, there is an implied warranty that they will be safe to use on the slopes. A seller who is in the business of regularly selling a particular type of goods has still greater responsibilities in dealing with an average customer. A person purchasing antiques from an antique dealer, or jewelry from a jeweler, is justified in his or her reliance on the expertise of the seller. If both the buyer and the seller are negotiating from equal bargaining positions, however, the doctrine of caveat emptor would apply. Cross-references Consumer Protection ; Sales Law . caveat emptor (kah-vee-ott emptor) Latin for "let the buyer beware." The basic premise that the buyer buys at his/her own risk and therefore should examine and test a product himself/herself for obvious defects and imperfections. Caveat emptor still applies even if the purchase is "as is" or when a defect is obvious upon reasonable inspection before purchase. Since implied warranties (assumed quality of goods) and consumer protections have come upon the legal landscape, the seller is held to a higher standard of disclosure than "buyer beware" and has responsibility for defects which could not be noted by casual inspection (particularly since modern devices cannot be tested except by use, and so many products are pre-packaged). (See: consumer protection laws ) caveat emptor noun at one's own risk, purchase without a guaranty , purchase without a warranty , purrhased at one's risk, unassured purchase , unendorsed purchase , unguaranteed purchase , unwarranted purchase caveat emptor ‘let the buyer beware’, no longer an accurate statement of the law unless very fully qualified. In relation to immoveable or heritable property, it is still a guiding general principle, the terms of the contract between the parties tending to resolve many common problems. In relation to the sale of moveable corporeal property or goods, there are implied terms that in some cases cannot be excluded even by the agreement of the parties and others that may be excluded only if it is fair and reasonable to do so. See e.g. QUALITY . CAVEAT EMPTOR. Let the purchaser take heed; that is, let him see to it, that the title he is buying is good. This is a rule of the common law, applicable to the sale and purchase of lands and other real estate. If the purchaser pay the consideration money, he cannot, as a general rule, recover it back after the deed has been executed; except in cases of fraud, or by force of some covenant in the deed which has been broken. The purchaser,if he fears a defect of title, has it in his power to protect himself by proper covenants, a
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The 50 Greatest British Bands of All-Time – jimcofer.com jimcofer.com is licensed under a Creative Commons License . The 50 Greatest British Bands of All-Time So something really awful happened recently, and to take my mind off it I decided to make a list of the 50 greatest British bands of all time. The actual list only took an hour or so to make, but it’s taken me a couple of weeks to write the necessary paragraph or two about each artist. I did my best to keep my personal tastes out of this list, insofar as that’s even possible. This isn’t a list of my favorite British bands of all time. I’ve tried to use record sales and chart performance to justify my positions as much as I could. But, at the end of the day, my musical tastes did dictate at least a little of the list. Not many of these lists would include the Cocteau Twins over, say, Squeeze, but hey – it’s my list and I’ll do it as I please. Keep in mind that the list implicitly includes spin-off acts. If you’re wondering how I could leave Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins off the list, note that they’re included under “Genesis”. My reasoning is that if I gave Gabriel his own entry, I’d have give Collins one, too. And if I did that, I’d have to have separate entries for Joy Division and New Order, Bryan Ferry and Brian Eno, and maybe Marc Bolan. And if I did all that, my list of “50 Greatest British Bands” would become the “15 Greatest English Bands, and their 35 Spin-Off Acts”. Of course, the list also includes artists who are primarily known for being solo acts, like David Bowie. You typically wouldn’t call Bowie a “band”, but “50 Greatest British Musical Artists of All-Time” just doesn’t have the same ring that “50 Greatest British Bands of All-Time” does. * * * 50) The Verve: They weren’t my favorite band (“No shit? Your #50 band isn’t your favorite?”), but there’s no denying that The Verve had a certain degree of magic when they weren’t busy arguing with each other. These guys were tight, but seemed to have more personnel issues than Spinal Tap. And it’s kind of ironic that their most popular song… is now a Rolling Stones song. The band worked out an agreement to sample an orchestral version of the Rolling Stones’ song “The Last Time” for their single “Bitter Sweet Symphony”. Originally, the deal called for a 50-50 profit split between The Verve and the license holder. But when the song turned into a major hit, Allen Klein sued (he’s the former Stones manager who managed to steal the rights to most of their pre-1970 catalog), saying that The Verve had sampled it “too much”. Unbelievably, a court agreed. All profits were given to Klein, and songwriting credit was given to Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. This led Verve frontman Richard Ashcroft to quip that “Symphony” was “the best song Jagger and Richards have written in 20 years” (and it was true: “Symphony” was the highest-charting Jagger\\Richards single since 1971’s “Brown Sugar”!) 49) Japan – One wonders what British pop music might have been like had Yuka Fujii never existed. She was the girlfriend of Japan’s bassist, Mick Karn. In the early 80s, she packed up her things and, without telling Karn, moved in with lead singer David Sylvian. Not surprisingly, the band broke up shortly thereafter. Japan’s catalog is inconsistent, pretentious, and slightly dated. They started as a glam rock knock-off, moved in to disco for an album, then settled into art pop. But they did create some of the most unique pop music in British pop culture history. Their “Ghosts” single hit the Top 5 in 1982, and is one of the most… unique records to ever chart that high. And Sylvian’s solo work varies from esoteric to brilliant. 48) Bananarama – I know what you’re thinking: “Bananarama?” But hear me out on this one. Until the Spice Girls came along, Bananarama had sold more records than any girl band in history. The Go-Go’s… The Supremes… Salt-n-Pepa… Bananarama outsold them all. And the band still holds the Guinness World Record for the most chart entries by a girl group: Destiny’s Child and the Spice Girls might have sold mo
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"Masterminds" - Evening Gazette (Middlesbrough, England), December 27, 2014 | Online Research Library: Questia Read preview Article excerpt 1. Which actor starred as detective Magnum PI? 2. Which town in Cornwall has become famous for the number of artists who are based there because of its light? 3. Which Manx rider won five stages in the 2010 tour de France? 4. Which comedian created the characters Stavros, Tory Boy and Loadsamoney? 5. Which famous TV chef played football for Glasgow Rangers FC? 6. In the Thunderbirds TV series, which son piloted Thunderbird Two and dressed in yellow? 7. In the TV series Diagnoses Murder, who plays Dr Mark Sloan? 8. Where is the Royal Regatta held each year on the River Thames? 9. Who was the captain of the 2010 European Ryder cup team? 10. Who won 18 this year's Strictly Come Dancing final? 11. What was the name of her partner? 12. What is the capital city of Spain? 13. What is a Samoyed? 14. How many inches make a yard? 15. Which tree grows the tallest? 16. Where is Angel Falls? 17. What was once known as a love apple? 23 18. What is Cher's real name? 19. What was the name of Lou Reed's band? 20. Who invented the lightning conductor? 21. Where in England according to Bram Stoker did Dracula first set ashore? 22. Which TV detective had a secretary called Miss Lemon? 23. In which film does British rock star David Bowie star as a goblin king? 24. How was entertainer Nicolai Poliakoff better known? 25. True or False: the Kingdom of Bahrain is an island nation? … 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
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Gandhi assassinated - Jan 30, 1948 - HISTORY.com Gandhi assassinated Publisher A+E Networks Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, the political and spiritual leader of the Indian independence movement, is assassinated in New Delhi by a Hindu fanatic. Born the son of an Indian official in 1869, Gandhi’s Vaishnava mother was deeply religious and early on exposed her son to Jainism, a morally rigorous Indian religion that advocated nonviolence. Gandhi was an unremarkable student but in 1888 was given an opportunity to study law in England. In 1891, he returned to India, but failing to find regular legal work he accepted in 1893 a one-year contract in South Africa. Settling in Natal, he was subjected to racism and South African laws that restricted the rights of Indian laborers. Gandhi later recalled one such incident, in which he was removed from a first-class railway compartment and thrown off a train, as his moment of truth. From thereon, he decided to fight injustice and defend his rights as an Indian and a man. When his contract expired, he spontaneously decided to remain in South Africa and launched a campaign against legislation that would deprive Indians of the right to vote. He formed the Natal Indian Congress and drew international attention to the plight of Indians in South Africa. In 1906, the Transvaal government sought to further restrict the rights of Indians, and Gandhi organized his first campaign of satyagraha, or mass civil disobedience. After seven years of protest, he negotiated a compromise agreement with the South African government. In 1914, Gandhi returned to India and lived a life of abstinence and spirituality on the periphery of Indian politics. He supported Britain in the First World War but in 1919 launched a new satyagraha in protest of Britain’s mandatory military draft of Indians. Hundreds of thousands answered his call to protest, and by 1920 he was leader of the Indian movement for independence. He reorganized the Indian National Congress as a political force and launched a massive boycott of British goods, services, and institutions in India. Then, in 1922, he abruptly called off the satyagraha when violence erupted. One month later, he was arrested by the British authorities for sedition, found guilty, and imprisoned. After his release in 1924, he led an extended fast in protest of Hindu-Muslim violence. In 1928, he returned to national politics when he demanded dominion status for India and in 1930 launched a mass protest against the British salt tax, which hurt India’s poor. In his most famous campaign of civil disobedience, Gandhi and his followers marched to the Arabian Sea, where they made their own salt by evaporating sea water. The march, which resulted in the arrest of Gandhi and 60,000 others, earned new international respect and support for the leader and his movement. In 1931, Gandhi was released to attend the Round Table Conference on India in London as the sole representative of the Indian National Congress. The meeting was a great disappointment, and after his return to India he was again imprisoned. While in jail, he led another fast in protest of the British government’s treatment of the “untouchables”–the impoverished and degraded Indians who occupied the lowest tiers of the caste system. In 1934, he left the Indian Congress Party to work for the economic development of India’s many poor. His protege, Jawaharlal Nehru, was named leader of the party in his place. With the outbreak of World War II, Gandhi returned to politics and called for Indian cooperation with the British war effort in exchange for independence. Britain refused and sought to divide India by supporting conservative Hindu and Muslim groups. In response, Gandhi launched the “Quit India” movement it 1942, which called for a total British withdrawal. Gandhi and other nationalist leaders were imprisoned until 1944. In 1945, a new government came to power in Britain, and negotiations for India’s independence began. Gandhi sought a unified India, but the Muslim League, which had grown in influence during the war, disagre
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1985 | Pop Culture Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Edit January January 1 The Internet's Domain Name System is created. Greenland is withdrawn from the European Economic Community. First UK Cellular Mobile Phone Network Launched by Vodafone January 7 – Cellnet Launches 2nd UK Cellular Network January 10 – Kenya recognizes the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR). January 15 – Tancredo Neves is elected president of Brazil by the Congress, ending the 21-year military rule. January 17 – British Telecom announces it is going to phase out its famous red telephone boxes. January 20 – U.S. President Ronald Reagan is privately sworn in for a second term in office (publicly sworn in, January 21). January 27 – The Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) is formed. January 28 – In Hollywood, the charity single "We Are the World" is recorded by USA for Africa. February February 4 – The border between Gibraltar and Spain reopens for the first time since Francisco Franco closed it in 1969. February 5 – Australia cancels its involvement in U.S.-led MX missile tests. February 9 – U.S. drug agent Kiki Camarena is kidnapped and murdered in Mexico (his body is discovered March 5) February 10 – Nelson Mandela rejects an offer of freedom from the South African government. February 12 – Rafael Addiego Bruno is sworn in as interim President of Uruguay. February 14 – CNN reporter Jeremy Levin is freed from captivity in Lebanon.[1] February 16 Israel begins withdrawing troops from Lebanon. The ideology of Hezbollah is declared in a "program" issued in Beirut. February 19 William J. Schroeder becomes the first artificial heart patient to leave hospital. China Airlines Flight 006 is involved in a mid-air incident; while there are 22 minor injuries and 2 serious injuries, no one is killed. The first episode of the long-running British soap opera EastEnders is broadcast on BBC One television. February 20 – Minolta releases the Maxxum 7000, the world's first autofocus single-lens reflex camera. February 28 – 1985 Newry mortar attack: The Provisional Irish Republican Army carries out a mortar attack on the Royal Ulster Constabulary police station at Newry, killing 9 officers in the highest loss of life for the RUC on a single day. March March – The GNU Manifesto, written by Richard Stallman, is first published. March 1 – After a 12-year-long dictatorship, Julio María Sanguinetti is sworn in as the first democratically elected President of Uruguay. March 3 – An 8.0 on the Richter magnitude scale earthquake hits Santiago and Valparaíso, Chile, leaving 177 dead, 2,575 injured, 142,489 houses destroyed, and about a million people homeless. March 4 – The United States Food and Drug Administration approves a blood test for AIDS, used since then to screen all blood donations in the United States. March 8 – A Beirut car bomb, planted in an attempt to assassinate Islamic cleric Sayyed Mohammad Hussein Fadlallah, kills more than 80 people, injuring 200. March 11 Mikhail Gorbachev becomes General Secretary of the Soviet Communist Party and de facto leader of the Soviet Union. Mohamed Al-Fayed buys the London-based department store company Harrods. March 14 – Five lionesses at the Singapore Zoo are put on birth control after the lion population increases from 2 to 16. March 15 – Vice-President José Sarney, upon becoming vice president, assumes the duties of president of Brazil, as the new president Tancredo Neves had become severely ill, the day before. Sarney will become Brazil's first civilian president in 21 years, upon Neves' death on April 21. March 16 – Associated Press reporter Terry Anderson is taken hostage in Beirut (he is released on December 4, 1991). March 17 – Expo '85, a World's Fair, is held in Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan, until September 16. March 18 – Australia's longest running soap opera Neighbours debuts on Seven Network. March 21 – Canadian paraplegic athlete and activist Rick Hansen sets out on his 40,000 km, 26 month Man in Motion tour which raises $26M for spinal cord research and quality of life initiatives. March 23 – OCAM is dissolved. M
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England at major tournaments :: Total Football Magazine - Premier League, Championship, League One, League Two, Non-League News Other News > England > England at major tournaments England at major tournaments Tournament football and England; it’s been a journey full of high hopes but ultimately, many tears, disappointment and in recent years, penalties! Since winning the World Cup in 1966 (pictured), there have been moments where as a country, we have enjoyed immense success and unforgettable memories. Gordon Banks' save against Brazil in 1970, Gazza’s tears at Italia 90, Michael Owen’s wonder goal against Argentina at France 98 and the goal that never was in Bloemfontein two years ago. Total Football looks back at England’s performances at major tournaments since the World Cup win in 1966, the highs and lows, and whether their performance met the country’s expectations. 1968: European Championships (Italy) Stage reached: Semi-finals, finished third England arrived at Euro 68 as world champions and took part as one of only four sides to compete at the finals, alongside hosts Italy, Yugoslavia and the Soviet Union. It was their first ever appearance at the European Championships but a 1-0 defeat to Yugoslavia denied Alf Ramsay’s men of holding both World and European crowns. Goals from Bobby Charlton and Geoff Hurst were enough to see off Soviet Union and secure third place as the hosts Italy ended up victorious. High point: Finishing third at the first attempt. Low point: Beaten in the semi-finals by Yugoslavia which ended the hopes of winning the trophy. VERDICT: Below expectations. 1970: World Cup (Mexico) Stage reached: Quarter-finals, beaten 3-2 by West Germany after extra-time The defence of the World Cup in hot and humid Mexico began in bizarre circumstances when the captain Bobby Moore was arrested in Colombia for allegedly stealing a bracelet from a jeweller shop in Bogota. He was released on bail and the charges were later dropped. England were drawn alongside dangerous European sides Romania and Czechoslovakia and the former champions, Brazil. A narrow victory over Romania courtesy of a Hurst goal was followed by the showdown with Brazil in Guadalajara. The match will always be remembered for Gordon Banks sensational stop to deny Pele a certain goal from his header. Moore was at his absolute best in this match but a goal from Jarzinho was enough for the South Americans to take all three points. An Allan Clarke penalty saw off Czechoslovakia and advanced England to the last eight and a meeting with West Germany. Banks was taken ill with food poisoning and Peter Bonetti had to deputise in goal. First half strikes from Allan Mullery and Martin Peters opened up a 2-0 lead but a catastrophic mistake from Bonetti allowed Franz Beckenbauer’s weak shot to end up in the net. Uwe Seeler’s header made it 2-2 and with Bobby Charlton having been mysteriously substituted by Alf Ramsay, the game fell away from the defending champions. In extra-time, the West Germans coped better with the uncomfortable heat and another Bonetti error allowed Gerd Muller to score the winner. England’s reign as world champions was over and a decade of alarming decline was about to begin. High point: Gordon Banks' remarkable save, still thought by many as the greatest of all-time. Low point: Peter Bonetti’s calamitous error to let Beckenbauer’s shot in and start the collapse against the West Germans. VERDICT: Below expectations. 1980: European Championships (Italy) Stage reached: Group stage, finished third in Group B After a 10 year absence from the international stage, England returned to compete at Euro 80, again held in Italy. Ron Greenwood was manager and qualifying had been easy but expectation was low, despite having the likes of Ray Clemence, Kevin Keegan, Phil Neal and Ray Wilkins in the squad. Wilkins scored the first goal against eventual finalists Belgium but the Belgians came back to draw 1-1. A late goal from Marco Tardelli in Turin condemned the English to defeat in Turin and despite a 2-1 triumph over Spain, a goalless draw b
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World Cup 1930 in Uruguay - World Cup Brazil 2014 Guide World Cup Brazil 2014 Guide Join the World Cup Experience Primary menu Date: 13 July -30 July Final: Argentina – Uruguay 2-4 Top scorer: Guillermo Stábile (Argentina) (8 goals) World Cup 1930 Background In the beginning of the 20th century, a global football tournament was always organised in the Summer Olympics. It was the 1900 Olympics which included this beautiful sport for the first time in history. It was FIFA, founded in 1904, that started to manage the football tournaments in the 1920, 1924 and 1928 Olympics. Since FIFA and the IOC (international Olympics Committee) were disagreeing about the status of amateur players, FIFA became more eager to organize a global football tournament outside the Olympics, the official first FIFA World Cup. Jules Rimet On May 26 1928, it was in the capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, where the FIFA president Jules Rimet announced plans to organize a football tournament independent of the Olympics in 1930. On May 18 1929, FIFA announced in a Barcelona congress that the very first World Cup would be held in Uruguay. This tournament eventually contributed to the absence of a football tournament in the 1932 Olympics, the IOC did not include football in the schedule. There were obvious reasons why Uruguay was chosen among other countries as a possible host country. Uruguay in that time was the champions of the 1924 and 1928 Olympics and the country was celebrating its 100th constitution birthday in 1930. When Uruguay’s national association offered to pay all the costs such as travel and accommodation costs of the participating teams, it was clear Uruguay would be chosen as the first country to host a World Cup. The countries Hungary, Netherlands, Sweden, Italy and Spain which were all interested in being the host, withdrew in favour of Uruguay. World Cup 1930 Participants 1 host city in Uruguay Only 13 countries participated in the first ever 1930 World Cup in Uruguay. 7 countries from South America participated: Uruguay, Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Chile, Peru and Bolivia. It was the highest amount of South American countries to have participated in a World Cup. This is also the only World Cup which contained more countries from South America than from Europe. 4 countries from Europe participated: France, Belgium, Yugoslavia (Kingdom of Yugoslavia) and Romania. 2 countries from North/Central America and Caribbean participated: USA and Mexico. Every country affiliated with FIFA was invited to participate in the first ever World Cup. Many European countries however, declined since Uruguay was just too far away. We are talking about 1930; this means flying was not yet a common reasonable priced activity. The trip had to be made by ship. With only 2 months to go before the kick-off, not 1 European country had announced to join the World Cup. Jules Rimet intervened and pulled some political strings. 4 European countries then decided last minute to participate in the 1930 World Cup. Romania, Belgium and France were travelling with the same ship to Uruguay, the SS Conte Verde. They were picked up one by one. The ship also picked up three European referees and Jules Rimet who carried the World Cup trophy in his bag. The Brazilian team was picked up in Rio de Janeiro before arriving in Uruguay. Yugoslavia travelled alone with a mail steamship called Florida. SS Conte Verde World Cup 1930 Pools Since 13 is an uneven number, there was 1 pool which consisted of 4 countries. The other 3 pools consisted of 3 countries. The pool draw occurred in Montevideo after all teams had arrived. There were 4 seed countries which were considered the top teams. They were kept apart from each other and were placed in different pools. The 4 seed countries were Uruguay, Argentina, Brazil and USA and were chosen by the FIFA organizing Committee. The original idea was to choose the format of a straight knockout system. However since only 13 teams participated, the first-round pools were formed. This original format would however be implemented in the 2 upcomi
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Bovidae Ovis is the scientific name for which animal?
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bighorn sheep Bighorn Sheep photo M. Noonan Bighorn Taxonomy/Description Bighorn sheep belong to the Mammalian Order Artiodactyla, in the family Bovidae. Bovidae also includes goats, bison, cattle, and antelope. The bighorn's scientific name is Ovis canadensis, which means "sheep belonging to Canada". However, the bighorn sheep's range is not limited to only Canada. photo M. Noonan One of the most important features of the bighorn sheep is the unique structure of its hooves. Rather than being hard like those of a horse or cow, the sheep have rubber-like hooves that allow excellent mobility on steep rock faces. The males, called rams, have massive spiral horns that can weigh up to 40 lbs. A ram itself can weigh as much as 400 Lbs. Females (or ewes) have short, spike-like horns and weigh about 150 lbs. The pelage (its coat) is typically chocolate brown with white areas on the rump and on the underside. These amazing animals live as long as 15-20 years in the wild, and even longer in captivity. photo M. Noonan Bighorn Habitat/Diet Different subspecies of the bighorn sheep can be found throughout the mountainous areas of the western United States. We studied the Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep in both South Dakota and Colorado. Their habitat can range from desert cliffs through arid mountain ranges to alpine tundra. The animals usually stay within a limited home range which gives them access to food, water and rest areas. A critical element of Bighorn habitat is the requirement for escape terrain. Sheep always stay close to an area that will allow them to climb up or down a steep hillside quickly if danger is present. photo M. Noonan Bighorn sheep live mostly on grasses, but they will also eat many other plant species when they are available. After feeding in the morning, sheep characteristically take a mid-day nap to rest and digest their food. Sheep are ruminants, which means that they have a four chambered stomach. Bacteria in these compartments aid in digestion of plant material and provide nutrients that sheep need to live. photo M. Noonan Bighorn Behavior/Reproduction "Brooming" is a behavior in which males break off the tips of their horns by wedging them in rocks or trees. It is suspected they do this to prevent their horns from blocking their vision. Subordinate males will perform "horning" where they will rub their heads on the scent glands on the dominant male's head. It is suspected that this allows the lower ranked males to pick up the scent of the higher ranked ones. Males are sexually mature by their fourth year but don�t usually manage to breed until their seventh or eighth year because the older rams are much bigger and stronger. Females breed for first time in their third year. photo M. Noonan Breeding season is from November to January with its peak in December. During this time, males fight by head butting with their massive horns. Fighting is not the only way to secure a mate however. Sometimes a third ram comes in and mates with the female while the first two are occupied in a fight. The gestation period is 174 days. Lambing peaks in June. Ewes ordinarily give birth to only one lamb at a time. The young are precocial at birth. photo M. Noonan Our Experiences with Bighorn While in South Dakota, we were privileged to study with wildlife biologist Michelle Bourassa. She allowed us to accompany her in Badlands National Park while she tracked radio-collared bighorn sheep that were part of re-introduction program there. After using radio telemetry to triangulate on their position, we spent hours hiking across the rugged terrain in search of th
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The Wizard of Oz THE WIZARD OF OZ A. BALDWIN SLOANE & PAUL TIEJENS Originally Staged by JULIAN MITCHELL Based on Baum's novel First produced at the Majestic Theatre on January 21, 1903, with Fred Stone as "Scarecrow" and David Montgomery as "Tin Woodman". THE WIZARD OF OZ, one of the most successful American stage extravaganzas of the early twentieth century, has about it the magic and wonder of a child's world of fantasy. As the play begins, a cyclone lifts Dorothy Dale and her pet cow, Imogene, from their farm in Kansas to Oz, a fairy garden. When the Kansas farmhouse crashes from the sky it kills the cruel witch who for so many years has ruled so despotically over the Munchkins--inhabitants of Oz. The Munchkins are now free. In gratitude the good witch of Oz presents Dorothy with a ring which has the power to grant two wishes. To test the ring, Dorothy wastes her first wish on a trifle. But she has saved her second wish to bring Scarecrow back to life. The latter complains that he has lost his brains, that the only person able to restore them to him is the Wizard of Oz. And so, Dorothy and the Scarecrow go off in search of the Wizard. On the way they meet and are joined by the Tin Woodsman who is on the hunt for his heart, which was lost when he fell in love with Cynthia. The three go through various episodes and adventures, but in the end they do manage to find the Wizard. Thus Scarecrow gets back his brains, and the Tin Man his heart--much to the delight of little Dorothy. The musical score was shared by Sloane and Tiejens. Among the best songs contributed by Sloane were "Niccolo's Piccolo" and "The Medley of Nations", while the best of Tiejens included "When You Love, Love, Love" and "I've Waited for you in Loveland". During the long initial Broadway run, and on its subsequent nation-wide tour, various songs by other composers were interpolated from time to time. Two of these became major successes--indeed, they are the leading song hits of the entire show: "Sammy" by James O'Dea and Edward Hutchinson, and "Hurrah for Baffin's Bay" by Vincent Bryan and Charles Zimmerman. Mention should be made that when the excellent motion picture adaptation was filmed, starring Judy Garland, and released in 1939, none of the songs from the original stage score were used. Harold Arlen wrote a completely new score that included "Over the Rainbow", which won the Academy Award as the best song to come from the screen that season, and which from then on served as Judy Garland's theme song.
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Barbados Airport | Grantley Adams International | Barbados.org There is an in-bound duty free shop in the Arrivals Terminal. Friendly porters are available to assist you with your bags... be sure to agree on a price for their services. Car hire , taxis and public transportation are all easily available. Departing On departure you will be dropped off near the airline counters where you should queue to check-in. When leaving the island be sure to arrive at the Barbados airport early to indulge in some last minute duty free shopping and island cuisine! Barbados Concorde Experience! Grantley Adams International Airport was once a destination for British Airways Concorde which flew to the Barbados airport weekly during the winter season. The Concorde fleet has now been retired and Barbados is proud to be the home to one of these magnificent aircraft. Visit the Barbados Concorde Experience Museum right next door to Grantley Adams International for a once in a lifetime experience!. Best Barbados Hotel Deals Still need a place to stay in Barbados? Let us help you find your ideal accommodation... Air Conditioning
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Caribbean: Barbados Brief History Unusually for the Caribbean, the island remained entirely in the possession of the British until its independence in 1966. It was touched in 1625 by the British ship Olive Blossom, whose crew, finding it uninhabited, took possession in the name. of James I. The first settlement was made in that year, at the direction of Sir William Courteen under the patent of Lord Leigh (Ley), afterwards Earl of Marlborough, to whom the island had been granted by the king. Two years later, a compromise having been effected with Lord Marlborough, a grant of the island was obtained by the Earl of Carlisle, whose claim was based on a grant, from the king, of all the Caribbean islands in 1624; and in 1628 Charles Wolferstone, a native of Bermuda, was appointed as governor. In the same year sixtyfour settlers arrived at Carlisle Bay and the present capital was founded. It was sugar that brought the Africans to Barbados, creating a rural-industrial proletariat decades before the English Industrial Revolution. Blacks not only cut cane: at the centre of every plantation was the factory: the sugar mill - Barbados has one of the few remaining in the Caribbean, at Morgan Lewis - and the boiling house and the sugar curing house, perhaps a distilling house for the manufacture of rum. Much skill was required, particularly from the sugar-boilers. During the Civil War in England many Royalists sought refuge in Barbados, where, under Lord Willoughby (who had leased the island from the Earl of Carlisle), they offered determined resistance to the forces of the Commonwealth. Willoughby, however, was ultimately defeated and exiled. After the Restoration, to appease the planters, doubtful as to the title under which they held the estates which they, had converted into valuable properties, the proprietary or patent interest was abolished, and the crown took over the government of the island; a duty of 4.5% on all exports being imposed to satisfy the claims of the patentees. In 1684, under the governorship of Sir Richard Dutton, a census was taken, according to which the population then consisted of 20,000 whites and 46,000 slaves. The European wars of the 18th century caused much suffering, as the West Indies were the scene of numerous battles between the British and the French. During this period a portion of the 4.5 % duty was returned to the colony in the form of the governors salary. In the course of the American War of Independence Barbados again experienced great hardships owing to the restrictions placed upon the importation of provisions from the American colonies, and in 1778 the distress became so acute that the British government had to send relief. For three years after the peace of Amiens in 1802 the colony enjoyed uninterrupted calm, but in 1805 it was only saved from falling into the hands of the French by the timely arrival of Admiral Cochrane. Since that date, however, it remained unthreatened in the possession of the British. The rupture between Great Britain. and the United States in 1812 caused privateering to be resumed, the trade of the colony being almost destroyed. This led to an agitation for the repeal of the duty, but it was not till 1838 that the efforts to secure this were successful. The abolition of slavery in 1834 was attended by no ill results, the slaves continuing to work for their masters as hired servants, and a period of great prosperity succeeded. The proposed confederation of the Windward Islands in 1876, however, provoked riots, which occasioned considerable loss of life and property, but secured for the people their existence as a separate colony. Hurricanes would always remain as the scourge of Barbados, those of 1780, 1831, and 1898 being so disastrous as to necessitate relief measures on the part of the home government. Barbados has the third oldest Parliament in the Commonwealth (after Westminster and Bermuda) and the continuity of its political institutions are a source of great national pride, evolving from the old colonial constitution (a type shared with original thirteen Ame
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Americans call it a hood. What do the British call it?
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The Septic's Companion - List of British Words For Travel & Transport The most common British words or British English terms related to cars (or parts of cars), travel and transport generally. artic: n abbr articulated vehicle, usually a large hauling truck or semi. articulated lorry: adj semi truck which is able to bend in the middle. Of course, I just wrote pretty much the same thing two seconds ago. I�m beginning to understand why the guy who wrote the first Oxford English Dictionary ended up going mad and cutting his penis off. Belisha Beacons: n yellow flashing lights on sticks that are positioned next to zebra crossings and flash constantly to alert drivers. They were named after Hore Belisha, who was Minister of Transport when they were introduced. Perhaps a more interesting derivation was put forward by an episode of the BBC radio programme �Radio Active,� which featured an unwinnable quiz, one of the questions being �From where did the Belisha Beacon get its name?� Answer: �From the word �beacon�.� I was younger then, and in the cold light of day it seems less funny now than it once did. You can�t take away my childhood. big end: n the end of the conrod, which is attached to the crankshaft in a conventional combustion engine. The other end, attached to the piston, is called the �small end.� bollard: n small concrete or metal post generally used to stop cars from driving into certain places. While used only in a nautical context in the U.S., it is accepted universally in the U.K. When not on boats, Americans call them �pylons,� which to Brits are the giant metal structures used to hold up national grid electricity wires. bonnet: n hood of a car; the part of a car which covers the engine. Confusion arises in the U.K. when dealing with rear-engined cars; it�s difficult to determine whether to call it a bonnet or, as seems perhaps more logical, a boot, on account of it being at the back. The trials of modern life. To encourage confusion, �hood� is used in the U.K. to describe the convertible top of a convertible car. boot: n trunk of a car. The boot of a car is the part you keep your belongings in. So called because it was originally known as a �boot locker� � whether it used to be commonplace to drive in one�s socks is anyone�s guess. camper van: n motorised caravan in which you can take your entire family for a horrible holiday. Americans call them �R.V.s,� but the average European camper is significantly smaller than the average American one. Also, the average European is, of course, smaller than the average American, as proven by statistics. car park: n parking lot. The large buildings composed of many floors of just parking spaces are called �multi-storey car parks� in the U.K. but �parking garages� in the U.S. caravan: 1 n terrible device which attaches to the back of your car and allows you to take your whole family on holiday at minimal expense and with maximum irritability. They�re more popular in Europe than they are in the U.S., where they�re called �trailers.� Be careful not to confuse a touring caravan (which a family will generally keep outside their house and drag behind their normal car somewhere for a few holidays a year) with a static caravan, which is generally deposited once by a truck and left there. Americans call both of these things �trailers,� and where a distinction is needed they�ll call the touring variants �travel trailers.� The devices that Americans call a �fifth wheel� � caravans which attach to a conventional diesel truck � are pretty much non-existent in the U.K. Another caravan variant common to both sides of the Atlantic is the �trailer tent,� which is like a caravan except the walls and roof fold out like some sort of ghastly mobile puppet theatre. No doubt you�re much less confused now. I could go on about caravans for days. 2 v the act of staying in a caravan: Doris has taken it into her head to go caravanning this weekend. cat�s eyes: n little reflectors mounted in the centre of the road, amid the white lines. When you�re driving along at night your headlights reflect in the
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Puzzles - Great Britain ... which you don't hear called 'Great' so often these days. 1. What is the only venomous snake in Britain? 2. Built in 1869, which famous British ship was named after a Scottish undergarment? 3. A British TV audience outnumbered a British radio audience for the first time for what special occasion? 4. In which British city would you find Arthur's Seat? 5. The popular British pub name "The Royal Oak" is named after which King? 6. What is the Welsh word for Wales? 7. What is the longest river in Scotland? 8. What is the oldest University in Britain? 9. In which British city was Guy Fawkes born and Dick Turpin killed? 10. Captain Matthew Webb, famous for swimming the English Channel, drowned in 1883 attempting to swim what? 1. What is the only venomous snake in Britain? Adder 3. A British TV audience outnumbered a British radio audience for the first time for what special occasion? Frau Battenberg's coronation 4. In which British city would you find Arthur's Seat? Edinburgh 5. The popular British pub name "The Royal Oak" is named after which King? Charles II who hid in oak trees after losing battles 6. What is the Welsh word for Wales? Cymru 2. Built in 1869, which famous British ship was named after a Scottish undergarment? Ought to be Cutty Sark ("short shift" ) 8. What is the oldest University in Britain? Oxford (unless you're talking to someone from Cambridge ... ) 7. What is the longest river in Scotland? The Dee? 9. In which British city was Guy Fawkes born and Dick Turpin killed? Ah ha! I know this, having been a recent tourist to: York [and we definitely think very highly of Great Britain, which is, in fact, a great place!] Frau Battenberg! well done all 10. Captain Matthew Webb, famous for swimming the English Channel, drowned in 1883 attempting to swim what? The rapids below Niagara Falls
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Math Word Problems Book | Subtraction | Multiplication Math Word Problems Book An excellent book for students who struggle with math word problems, covers algebra, geometry, ratio word probs, plus many more Copyright: Attribution Non-Commercial (BY-NC) ® Copyright © 2008 LearningExpress, LLC. All rights reserved under International and Pan-American CopyrightConventions. Published in the United States by LearningExpress, LLC,New York.Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Express review guides : math word problems.p. cm.ISBN 978-1-57685-650-51. Word problems (Mathematics)2. Mathematics—Problems, exercises,etc.I. LearningExpress (Organization)QA63.E97 2008510.76—dc22 2008022587Printed in the United States of America 987654321ISBN: 978-1-57685-650-5For more information or to place an order, contact LearningExpress at:2 Rector Street26th FloorNew York, NY 10006Or visit us at: www.learnatest.com
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Bingo Number-calling Nicknames 35.. Jump and jive - Flirty wives 36.. Three dozen - Perfect (as in 36-24-36) - Yardstick... he wishes! (USA) 37.. A flea in heaven - More than eleven 38.. Christmas cake 39.. Those famous steps - All the steps - Jack Benny 40.. Two score - Life begins at - Blind 40 - Naughty 40 - Mary (USA) 41.. Life�s begun - Time for fun 42.. That famous street in Manhattan - Whinny the Poo 43.. Down on your knees 44.. Droopy drawers - All the fours - Open two doors - Magnum (USA) 45.. Halfway house - Halfway there - Cowboy's friend - Colt (USA) 46.. Up to tricks 48.. Four dozen 49.. PC (Police Constable) - Copper - Nick nick - Rise and shine 50.. Bulls eye - Bung hole - Blind 50 - Half a century - Snow White's number (five-oh - five-oh..) - Hawaii five O, Hawaii (USA) 51.. I love my mum - Tweak of the thumb - The Highland Div[ision] - President's salute 52.. Weeks in a year - The Lowland Div[ision] - Danny La Rue - Pack 'o cards - Pickup (USA) 53.. Stuck in the tree - The Welsh Div[ision] - The joker 54.. Clean the floor - House of bamboo (famous song) 55.. Snakes alive - All the fives - Double nickels - Give us fives - Bunch of fives 56.. Was she worth it? 57.. Heinz varieties - All the beans (Heinz 57 varieties of canned beans) 58.. Make them wait - Choo choo Thomas 59.. Brighton line (engine 59 or it took 59 mins to go from London to Brighton) 60.. Three score - Blind 60 - Five dozen 61.. Bakers bun 62.. Tickety boo - Turn on the screw 63.. Tickle me - Home ball (USA) 64.. The Beatles number - Red raw 65.. Old age pension - Stop work (retirement age) 66.. Clickety click - All the sixes - Quack quack (USA) 67.. Made in heaven - Argumentative number 68.. Saving grace - Check your weight 69.. The same both ways - Your place or mine? - Any way up - Either way up - Any way round - Meal for two - The French connection - Yum yum - Happy meal (USA) 70.. Three score and ten - Blind 70 - Big O (USA) 71.. Bang on the drum - Lucky one 72.. A crutch and a duck - Six dozen - Par for the course (golf) - Lucky two 73.. Crutch with a flea - Queen B - Under the tree - Lucky three 74.. Candy store - Grandmamma of Bingo - Lucky four 75.. Strive and strive - Big Daddy - Granddaddy of Bingo - Lucky five 76.. Trombones - Seven 'n' six - was she worth it? - Lucky six 77.. Sunset strip - All the sevens - Two little crutches - The double hockey stick - Lucky seven 78.. Heavens gate - Lucky eight 79.. One more time - Lucky nine 80.. Gandhi's breakfast - Blind 80 - Eight and blank - There you go matey 81.. Fat lady and a little wee - Stop and run - Corner shot 82.. Fat lady with a duck - Straight on through 83.. Fat lady with a flea - Time for tea - Ethel's Ear 84.. Seven dozen 87.. Fat lady with a crutch - Torquay in Devon 88.. Two fat ladies - Wobbly wobbly - All the eights 89.. Nearly there - All but one 90.. Top of the shop - Top of the house - Blind 90 - As far as we go - End of the line Explanations of some nicknames: 1 Kelly's eye: In reference to the one-eyed Australian bushranger gangster Ned Kelly. (Note: apparently this explanation is incorrect. A viewer from Australia sent this message: "Ned Kelly didn't have one eye! He didn't even lose an eye in the shoot out at Glenrowan. And when he was wearing his helmet, you couldn't even see his eyes through the slot." But another Australian viewer sent this explanation: "The reason for "Kellys eye" may have been referring to Ned Kelly's helmet, which had one large slot for his eyes that looked like one eye.") 2 One little duck: The shape looks a bit like a swan. 3 One little flea: Looks a bit like a flea. 7 One little crutch: Looks like a crutch. 8 One fat lady: Resembles the two halves of a large lady. 9 Doctor's orders: A pill known as Number 9 was a laxative given out by army doctors in Britain. Apparently in the second world war in Britain doctors wrote on sick notes a 9 pm curfew, thus if patients were found out of their homes after that time they were violating their sick note. (Provided by a visitor) The curfew story's not true. In the Great War, however, there was su
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Islam 101 Islam 101 Exposing the role that Islamic jihad theology and ideology play in the modern global conflicts Islam 101 producer/director, Islam: What the West Needs to Know — An Examination of Islam, Violence, and the Fate of the Non-Muslim World Avaliable as a PDF document here http://www.jihadwatch.org/islam101.pdf Islam 101 is meant to help people become better educated about the fundamentals of Islam and to help the more knowledgeable better convey the facts to others. Similarly, my book and documentary are meant to serve as concise explanations of the major moving parts of Islam and their implications for Western society. Islam 101 is a condensation of the book and documentary with the aim of lending clarity to the public understanding of Islam and of exposing the inadequacy of prevailing views. All should feel free to distribute and/or reproduce it. Table of Contents a) The Five Pillars of Islam b) The Quran — the Book of Allah c) The Sunnah — the “Way” of the Prophet Muhammad Battle of Badr Muslim Scholar Hasan Al-Banna on jihad Dar al-Islam and dar al-harb: the House of Islam and the House of War i) Taqiyya — Religious Deception i) The First Major Wave of Jihad: the Arabs, 622-750 AD ii) The Second Major Wave of Jihad: the Turks, 1071-1683 AD The Dhimma Jihad in the Modern Era 3) Conclusion If Islam is violent, why are so many Muslims peaceful? What about the violent passages in the Bible? Could an Islamic “Reformation” pacify Islam? What about the history of Western colonialism in the Islamic world? How can a violent political ideology be the second-largest and fastest-growing religion on earth? Is it fair to paint all Islamic schools of thought as violent? What about the great achievements of Islamic civilization? 5) Glossary of Terms a. The Five Pillars of Islam The five pillars of Islam constitute the most basic tenets of the religion. They are: Faith (iman) in the oneness of Allah and the finality of the prophethood of Muhammad (indicated by the declaration [the Shahadah] that, “There is no God but Allah and Muhammad is the messenger of Allah”). Keeping of the five scheduled daily prayers (salah). Almsgiving (zakat). Fasting (sawm). Pilgrimage (hajj) to Mecca for those who are able. The five pillars in and of themselves do not tell us a lot about the faith or what a Muslim is supposed to believe or how he should act. The second through fifth pillars — prayer, almsgiving, fasting, pilgrimage — are aspects shared by many religions. The finality of the prophethood of Muhammad, however, is unique to Islam. To understand Islam and what it means to be a Muslim, we must come to understand Muhammad as well as the revelations given through him by Allah, which make up the Quran. b. The Quran — the Book of Allah According to Islamic teaching, the Quran came down as a series of revelations from Allah through the Archangel Gabriel to the Prophet Muhammad, who then dictated it to his followers. Muhammad’s companions memorized fragments of the Quran and wrote them down on whatever was at hand, which were later compiled into book form under the rule of the third Caliph, Uthman, some years after Muhammad’s death. The Quran is about as long as the Christian New Testament. It comprises 114 suras (not to be confused with the Sira, which refers to the life of the Prophet) of varying lengths, which may be considered chapters. According to Islamic doctrine, it was around 610 AD in a cave near the city of Mecca (now in southwest Saudi Arabia) that Muhammad received the first revelation from Allah by way of the Archangel Gabriel. The revelation merely commanded Muhammad to “recite” or “read” (Sura 96); the words he was instructed to utter were not his own but Allah’s. Over the next twelve or so years in Mecca, other revelations came to Muhammad that constituted a message to the inhabitants of the city to forsake their pagan ways and turn in worship to the one Allah. While in Mecca, though he condemned paganism (for the most part), Muhammad showed great respect for the monotheism of the Christian and Jewish inhabitants. Indeed
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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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Cambodia Cambodia REFERENCE Cambodia - Acknowledgments Territories under Angkar control were well organized. Ith Sarin described a five-level hierarchy of Angkar-controlled bodies reaching from the six areas, or phumphaek ( see Glossary ) into which the country was divided down to the hamlet, or phum level. The Angkar imposed a grim regime in which hatred for Lon Nol, the Americans, and, at times, the North Vietnamese "allies" was assiduously cultivated. Expressions of support for Sihanouk were firmly discouraged and people were encouraged to spy on each other. Discipline was unremittingly harsh. Ith Sarin concluded from his experience that the great majority of the people did not like the Angkar and the collective way of life it imposed, that they despaired that Sihanouk would ever return to power, and that they would support the Khmer Republic if it carried out genuine reforms. Oddly, Lon Nol's security forces banned the book for a time on the grounds that it was "pro-communist." Although this was not true, it did provide a foretaste of what the entire Cambodian population would endure after April 1975. Disturbing stories of Khmer Rouge atrocities began to surface as the communists prepared to deal the coup de grace to the Khmer Republic. In March 1974, they captured the old capital city of Odongk north of Phnom Penh, destroyed it, dispersed its 20,000 inhabitants into the countryside, and executed the teachers and civil servants. The same year, they brutally murdered sixty people, including women and children, in a small village called Sar Sarsdam in Siemreab Province. A similar incident was reported at Ang Snuol, a town west of the capital. Other instances of what one observer, Donald Kirk, described as a "sweeping, almost cosmic policy" of indiscriminate terror, were recounted by refugees who fled to Phnom Penh or across the Thai border. Kirk contrasted this behavior with the Viet Cong's use of "a modicum of care and precision" in applying terror in South Vietnam (for instance, assassination of landlords or of South Vietnamese officials). Atrocity stories, however, were considered to be anticommunist propaganda by many, if not most, Western journalists and other observers; nevertheless, Phnom Penh's population swelled to as many as 2.5 million people as terrified refugees sought to escape not only the United States bombing and the ground fighting, but the harshness of life under the Angkar. Cambodia - The Fall of Phnom Penh <>Regional Divisions Cambodia - Topography Updated population figures for Cambodia . Cambodia - SOCIAL STRUCTURE AND ORGANIZATION Cambodia . Cambodia - The Cham Cambodia . Cambodia - The Khmer Loeu Cambodia . Cambodia - The Chinese Cambodia . Cambodia - The Vietnamese Cambodia . Cambodia - LANGUAGES <>COALITION GOVERNMENT OF DEMOCRATIC KAMPUCHEA <>Democratic Kampuchea <>The Khmer People's National Liberation Front <>THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF KAMPUCHEA <>The Constitution <>Phnom Penh and Its Allies <>The Search for Peace <>From "Proximity Talks" to a "Cocktail Party" <>The Sihanouk-Hun Sen Meeting Source: U.S. Library of Congress Cambodia - Bibliography Abrams, Floyd. Kampuchea, After the Worst: A Report on Current Violations of Human Rights. New York: Lawyers Committee for Human Rights, 1985. Antoshin, Y. "Democratic Kampuchea: Two Years Later," International Affairs [Moscow], May 1977, 64-69. Barnett, Anthony. "Democratic Kampuchea: A Highly Centralized Dictatorship." Pages 212-29 in David P. Chandler and Ben Kiernan (eds.), Revolution and Its Aftermath in Kampuchean: Eight Essays. New Haven: Yale University Southeast Asia Studies, 1983. Caldwell, Malcolm, and Lek Tan. Cambodia in the Southeast Asian War. New York: Monthly Review Press, 1973. Carney, Timothy Michael. Communist Party Power in Kampuchea: Documents and Discussion. Ithaca, New York: Department of Asian Studies, Cornell University, 1977. Chanda, Nayan. "The Pieces Begin To Fit,"Far Eastern Economic Review [Hong Kong], October 21, 19
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Siam Officially Renamed Thailand | History Today Siam Officially Renamed Thailand Richard Cavendish explains how the proposal to change the name of Siam to Thailand was eventually accepted on May 11th, 1949. On July 20th, 1948, the Siamese constituent assembly voted to change the name of Siam to Thailand, the change to come into effect the following year. Muang Thai or Thailand means ‘land of the free’ and the name had been changed before, in 1939 under the fascist military dictatorship of Field Marshal Luang Phibunsongkhram, but the anti-Axis powers refused to recognise the new name after Siam allied herself with the Japanese and in 1942 declared war on the United States and the United Kingdom. Phibun and his nationalist supporters in Siam took the Japanese side, partly because it initially looked like the winning one, partly because they hoped to recover long-lost territory in Laos, Cambodia and Burma, and partly because of their profound hostility to the Chinese in Thailand. They had already restricted Chinese immigration, closed hundreds of Chinese schools and shut down Chinese newspapers. In any case, when the Japanese late in 1941 demanded free passage across Thailand to invade Malaya and attack Singapore, the Thais were in no position to resist. As the war went on, however, and it became clear that the country had picked the losing side, the resources of Thai diplomacy were skilfully marshalled to make the country’s peace with the Allies while taking care not to offend the Japanese unduly. Phibun’s regime ended in 1944. After the war the United States decided that the Thai regime had acted under duress and no objection was raised to the change of name. Phibun returned to power in 1948 and his hostility to Communist China now put him in an altogether better light with the Western powers. He lasted until 1957, when his military cronies decided they had had quite enough of him and sent him packing. He retired to Japan and lived in Tokyo until his death in 1964.
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Kris Kin: Fallon’s 2003 Epsom Derby win | Turf Talk Kris Kin: Fallon’s 2003 Epsom Derby win Kris Kin: Fallon’s 2003 Epsom Derby win July 5, 2016 Tweet on Twitter AMONG all of Kieren Fallon’s great rides, his explosive performance on Sir Michael Stoute’s Kris Kin in the 2003 Epsom Derby is being hailed as perhaps his most memorable. Fallon (50) retired from race riding yesterday, battling with depression. He rode over 2,200 winners, won the UK Jockeys Title six times and has most of Europe’s major races to his name. Take a look at Fallon driving Kris Kin home in a goosebump finish featuring Pat Eddery on The Great Gatsby, Johnny Murtagh on Alamshar, Richard Quinn on Norse Dancer, Jamie Spencer on Ballestrini. TAGS
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Epsom Derby The Derby Known in racing circles as The Derby Stakes or simply as The Derby in England, The Epsom Derby is the mother of all flat races. Inaugurated in 1780, The Epsom Derby is the most prestigious and popular flat race in the world. Despite being over 220 years old, The Derby is still as famous and as thrilling as on May 4, 1780 when Diomed won its inaugural race. Its prize money has grown with the times as well, with today's derby offering more than �1 million (�1.25 million in 2007). Staged annually at the Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey, England, The Derby is held traditionally on June's first weekend each year. The Epsom Derby ranks among the five British Classic Races. It is the second crown of the English Triple Crown along with the 2,000 Guineas and the St. Leger. The Epsom Derby, which involves a distance of one mile and four furlongs, brings together some of the best three-year-old colts and fillies in the world, although fillies have become rare in recent years. In its long history, only six fillies have ever gone on to win the Epsom Derby, the latest of which was Fifinella in 1916. Today, the Epsom Downs Racecourse hosts separate races over the same distance for fillies (Vodafone Oaks) and older horses (Coronation Cup). Each colt in the Epsom Derby carries nine stone while fillies carry eight stone and nine lbs . Contenders typically tune up for the race by participating in any of a series of races in England and Ireland known as the Derby Trials. According to the record books, 16 Epsom Derby winners previously competed in one of the trials during the 20-year period from 1988 to 2007. The winners of the Epsom Derby typically go on to compete in the major events in the international racing calendar, especially the Breeders Cup in the USA and the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe in France. The Epsom Derby has been the site of some of the greatest moments and achievements in thoroughbred racing. These include the 1995 race, which was won by Lammtarra in the record time of two minutes, 32.31 seconds, and the 1981 race won by Shergar by 10 lengths, the widest winning margin ever. The Derby has also been the site of some of the most improbably winners ever, including three 100/1 odds winners in 1898, 1908 and 1913. Moreover, the Epsom Derby has been the proving ground not only of the great thoroughbreds in history, but also for some of the best jockeys and trainers. Lester Piggott is the most successful jockey at the Epsom Derby with nine victories. Meanwhile, Robert Robson, John Porter and Fred Darling share the record for most successful trainers with seven wins each to their credit. Thousands of spectators attend the Epsom Derby every year to experience some of the biggest thrills in thoroughbred racing. Spectators are composed of people from all walks of life, the most famous being Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, a regular fixture at the Epsom Derby. The Epsom Derby is an ideal sporting event for tourists as many accomodation options are available near the venue, the Epsom Downs Racecourse, which is about 15 miles to the sout of Central London. Tourists are encouraged to book their hotel accommodations early. The track is accessible by bus, train or taxi cab. Foreign visitors will be hapy to know that the track is a short distance (30 minutes to one hour) to three main airports -- London City Airport, London Gatwick Airport and Heathrow Airport. Bookmakers Epsom Derby
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"""General Sherman"" in California, USA, is the name of what?"
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Biggest Tree on Earth HD - The General Sherman Tree.. Sequoia National Park - YouTube Biggest Tree on Earth HD - The General Sherman Tree.. Sequoia National Park 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 Oct 29, 2009 The General Sherman Tree - Biggest Tree on Earth.. Sequoia National Park California 1080pHD.. The Biggest Tree in the World HD The General Sherman Tree - Biggest Tree on Earth.. Sequoia National Park California USA سيكويا الوطنية بارك أكبر شجرة على وجه الأرض .. Árbol más grande en la Tierra .. 地球上で最大の木 Größte Baum auf der Erde .. Большое дерево на Земле .. A legnagyobb fa a Földön .. Die grootste boom op aarde .. Pema më e madhe në Tokë .. Най-голямото дърво на Земята .. 地球上最大的树 .. 地球上最大的樹 .. Najveći stablo na Zemlji .. Největší strom na Zemi .. Største Tree på Jorden .. Grootste boom ter wereld .. Suurim Tree Maal .. Pinakamalaki Tree sa Earth .. Suurin Tree maapallolla .. Le plus gros arbre sur la terre .. Maior Árbore na Terra .. ყველაზე დიდი ხე დედამიწაზე .. Το μεγαλύτερο δέντρο στη Γη .. પૃથ્વી પર સૌથી મોટું વૃક્ષ .. Pi gwo pye bwa sou Latè .. העץ הגדול ביותר בעולם .. पृथ्वी पर सबसे बड़ा पेड़ .. Stærsta Tré á jörðinni .. Pohon Terbesar di Bumi .. Crann is mó ar domhan .. ಭೂಮಿಯ ಮೇಲೆ ದೊಡ್ಡ ಮರ .. 지구에서 가장 큰 나무 .. Maxima ligno in terra .. Lielākais koks uz Zemes .. Најголемата дрвото на Земјата .. Pokok terbesar di Bumi .. Siġra Ikbar fid-Dinja .. Største Tre på Jorden .. بزرگترین درخت بر روی زمین .. Maior Árvore na Terra .. Cea mai mare copac de pe Pamant .. Највеци Дрво на Земљи .. Najväčší strom na Zemi .. Največje drevo na Zemlji .. Kubwa ya miti duniani .. Största Tree på jorden .. பூமியில் மிக பெரிய மரம் .. భూమి మీద పెద్ద ట్రీ .. ต้นไม้ที่ใหญ่ที่สุดในโลก .. Dünya üzerindeki en büyük Ağacı .. Велике дерево на Землі .. زمین پر سب سے بڑا درخت .. Cây lớn nhất trên Trái đất .. Coed mwyaf ar y Ddaear .. ביגגעסט טרי אויף ערד .. Największe drzewo na Ziemi Category
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Red Hot Chili Peppers Sue Showtime Over 'Californication' - MTV mtv Gil Kaufman 11/20/2007 Who didn't see this one coming? The Red Hot Chili Peppers filed a lawsuit on Monday against Showtime Networks over the name of the David Duchovny series "Californication," which also happens to be the name of the band's 1999 album and hit single. According to a statement issued by the band's management, the suit alleges unfair competition, dilution of the value of the name and unjust enrichment, claiming the title is "inherently distinctive, famous ... and immediately associated in the mind of the consumer" with the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Singer Anthony Kiedis said in the statement, " 'Californication' is the signature CD, video and song of the band's career, and for some TV show to come along and steal our identity is not right." The suit claims that in creating, marketing, promoting and distributing the show, the defendants have been "fraudulent, knowing, willful and wanton" by appropriating the title of one of the band's biggest sellers, which it said has moved 14 million copies worldwide and was nominated for a Best Rock Album Grammy. "The Red Hot Chili Peppers would never have allowed their iconic album and song title to be used as the title of a television program — much less this one," Justin Ehrlich, the band's lawyer, said of the album, which was also in Rolling Stone's list of the top 500 albums of all time. "They are particularly offended that Showtime used its material without permission." The Showtime series, which debuted in August, stars former "X-Files" lead Duchovny as novelist Hank Moody, who is struggling with a midlife crisis in the midst of a serious bout of writer's block. The title of the show isn't the only Chili Peppers reference. In fact, actress Rachel Miner plays a secretary named Dani California, the same name as the hit single the Peppers released in 2006, featuring a character that has appeared in several of the group's songs. (Interestingly, that song was widely criticized at the time of its release for its striking similarities to Tom Petty's 1993 hit "Mary Jane's Last Dance"; both songs were produced by Rick Rubin.) Musical references are sprinkled throughout the show, which was recently picked up for a second season. During a scene in the fifth episode guest-starring Henry Rollins, Duchovny mentions the names of three of his novels, which also happen to be the names of Slayer albums. The show has also made frequent references to late singer/songwriter Warren Zevon, and the first season's finale was called "The Last Waltz," an homage to Martin Scorsese's concert film of the Band's famed final show. Other episode titles alluded to the Sex Pistols ("Filthy Lucre") and Bob Seger ("Turn the Page"). The suit, which names show creator/ executive producer Tom Kapinos and two production companies, seeks damages and a permanent injunction barring Showtime from using the title. Showtime did not respond to requests for comment at press time. At a Television Critics Association press tour in July, Kapinos explained to reporters that he first heard the word "Californication" in reference to the state of Oregon, according to an Associated Press report. "Apparently in the '70s there were bumper stickers that said, 'Don't Californicate Oregon,' because Californians were coming up there, and I just thought it was a great, great title for this show," he said. [This story was originally published at 12:00 pm E.T. on 11.19.2007]
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Glossary of Latin Words Glossary of Latin Words Found in Records and Other English Manuscripts, But Not Occurring in Classical Authors. abaciscus: a small square tablet. abactor: a cattle lifter, who steals sheep or cattle in herds, not singly. abacus: a calculating board; and hence, arithmetic; a sideboard; a cupboard. abandonnare: to permit or forbid by proclamation. abandonum, abandum: anything sequestered, proscribed, pledged, or abandoned. abarnare: to prove, legally, a secret crime. abastardare: to bastardize. abaso: an infirmary. abatamentum: an entry by interposition. abatare: to beat down; to defeat a writ or appeal; to enter into property void by death of the possessor before the heir takes possession. abatis: an officer who distributes corn, an avener or hostler; a ration of corn. abator: a person who by interposition enters into property. abatudus: diminished, esp. clipped, as money. abbas: an abbot. abbatatus: the office of abbot. abbatia, abbathia: an abbey; the office of abbot. abbatis. See abatis. abbettare, abettare: to abet; to instigate. abbettator: an abbettor. abbottare: to abut, or bound. abbreviamentum: an abridgement. abbrocamentum: abbrochment, or forestalling a market or fair. abbrocator: a forestaller; a broker. abbuttare: to abut. abdicare: to renounce an office before the term of service has expired. abditorium: a chest for keeping plate or relics. abecedarium: an alphabet. abecedarius: a scholar learning to read. abecula: the back of a sword or knife. aberemurdrum: manifest murder. abettare, &c. See abbettare, &c. abeyantia: abeyance. Property is in abeyance when it is in the expectation, in the intendment of the law, not in actual possession. abgatoria, abgetorium: the alphabet; rudiments of a science. abhaeres: a future holder of property, not the next heir. abiaticus: a nephew (aviaticus). abigevus: a cattle stealer. See abactor. abjectire: to be non-suited; to make default. abjudicare: to take away by judicial sentence. abjurare: to renounce the realm for ever. ablactatus: weaned. ablatum: a wafer. O.E. obley (oblata). abra: a maidservant. acquietantia: a discharge in writing, of money paid or debt due; quittance. acquietare: to pay; to free or discharge. acquirere, adquirere: to purchase; to acquit. acra: an acre of land; a judicial combat, holm gang. acra anglicana: 20 English acres in the reign of Richard I are said to be equal to 22 acres. acroisia: blindness. For aorisia. actilia: armour and weapons; gear. See atilium. actio: a legal demand of a right. actionare: to prosecute. acto: a haqueton, a padded or quilted tunic worn under the mail. actor: a proctor or advocate in civil courts. actor dominicus: the bailiff or attorney of a lord. actor ecclesiae: the advocate or pleading patron of a church. actor villae: the steward or head bailiff of a town or village. actornatus. See attornatus. actuarius: the clerk who registers the acts of convocation. acuarium: a needle case. aculus, acula: an aglet, a metal tag. acupatus: charged with (adculpatus). adcredulitare: to purge oneself of an accusation by oath. addictio: used for additio. additio: a title setting forth a person's estate, degree, trade, &c. addresciare, addressare: to redress; to restore; to make amends for; to render account of. adirare: to lose. adiratus: a compensation for goods lost or stolen. adjacentia: neighbourhood; a thing near other. adjectire: to cite. adjornamentum, adjurnamentum: adjournment, putting off to another day or place. adjornare: to adjourn. adjudicatio: pronouncing a judgment or decree. adjurnare: to adjourn. adlegiare: to purge oneself of a crime by oath. (Fr. aleier.) admensuratio: admeasurement, a writ for remedy against persons who usurp more than their share. adminiculum, adminiculatio: aid, support. admiraldus: sometimes used for emeraldus. admiralis: an admiral. advisamentum: advice; consideration. advisare: to advise. advocare: to advow; to vouch; to justify an act done; to avow, i.e. in boroughs, to falsely allege that goods belong to a freeman so as to evade duty. advocaria: avowry; the justif
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Index-a This Week's Puzzles So You Think You Know Soccer A soccer goal is what dimensions, yards wide and feet high: 8x7; 7x8; 8x8 or 9x8? According to FIFA World Cup rules which flag must be displayed inside each match stadium besides those of FIFA/Fair Play, and the two competing nations? Approximately how many million people play regular organized football in the world (at the early 2000s): 5; 25; 65; or 250? The word soccer derives from: Sock; Association; Kosher; or Socrates? What is not required by the rules of soccer: Goal net; Penalty spot; Specified ball pressure; or Shin guards? The 2014 World Cup Finals allocated European and African teams respectively how many places: 3 and 9; 4 and 10; 5 and 13; or 6 and 15? What city/club football rules, which spread widely in the late 1800s, introduced heading, corners, throw-ins, changing ends, and the goal crossbar: Sheffield; Paris; Milan; or Berlin? FIFA's 2014 World Cup Finals/Qualifying rules dictate a match squad of how many players: 18; 23; 26; or 30? In the 2010 World Cup Final, Jo'bulani was the: Winner's national anthem; Winning goalscorer; Ball; or Trumpet-like horn blown by fans? The minimum rest-period between two games for any team at the 2014 World Cup is how many hours: 24; 36; 48; or 72? Soccer rules award what after an 'own goal' directly from a throw-in: Goal; Penalty; Corner; or Drop-ball? The headquarters of FIFA are in Brussels; London; Zurich, or Oslo? Who has made the World Cup footballs since 1970: Adidas; Puma; Umbro; or Nike? The World Cup Qualifiying matches between El Salvador v Honduras in 1969 coincided with what mutual event: Independence; Earthquake; Drought; or War? The first ever �100,000 (or above) football transfer, in 1961, was: Bobby Moore; Pele; Dennis Law; or Eusebio? A white ball was first used in a World Cup in: 1930; 1950; 1966; or 1982? The centre circle of a soccer pitch is used only at kick-offs/re-starts, and in which other game feature? Matthias Sammer, Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane, Rivaldo, and Luis Figo won what between 1990-2002: European Cup; World Cup; Golden Boot; or European Footballer of the Year? The first, second and third placed teams at the 2014 World Cup receive how many medals: 20; 30; 40 or 50? Soccer has been an Olympic event since: 1900; 1964; 1992; or 2002? PAGE 6
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Carly Simon - Biography - IMDb Carly Simon Jump to: Overview (2) | Mini Bio (2) | Spouse (2) | Trivia (29) Overview (2) 5' 10½" (1.79 m) Mini Bio (2) She was raised in the Riverdale section of New York City with two sisters and a brother. Her father, Richard Simon, played Chopin and Beethoven on the piano. She attended so many Brooklyn Dodgers games with her father that she was made a team mascot before they moved to Los Angeles. She once said if she could see herself in a ballplayer, it would be Pee Wee Reese; a shortstop is not quite in the infield and not quite in the outfield. Three of her uncles gained distinction in various fields of music. George, as an authority on Jazz; Henry, as a Musicologist and book editor; and Alfred, as the music director of a classical radio station. She attended Riverdale County School and spent two years at Sarah Lawrence before dropping out to form a folk duo with her sister, Lucy. They billed themselves as the Simon Sisters and managed to get work at small clubs on the eastern seaboard. Carly even did Al Jolson improvisations. Lucy eventually left the act and married a physician. Carly's eldest sister Joanna was a professional opera singer. Carly suffered from severe stage fright and one time passed out and collapsed in the middle of a concert in 1981. She met her first husband...James Taylor...as a child when their parents had summered near one another on Martha's Vineyard. (Taylor's father was director of the UNC Chapel Hill Medical College). She married Taylor in 1971 and they later divorced. She has been married to writer Jim Hart since 1981 and they live on Martha's Vineyard, Mass. She has a son and daughter from her marriage to James Taylor. - IMDb Mini Biography By: Mike McKinley <alovelyway@aol.com> The daughter of Richard Simon, co-founder of the Simon and Schuster publishing company, Carly got her start in music singing in coffee houses with her sister Lucy in the early 60s. After an unsuccessful attempt to launch a solo career, Carly burst onto the music scene in 1971 with her first Top 10 hit "That's The Way I've Always Heard It Should Be," which won her the Best New Artist Grammy Award and set the stage for an enormously successful career. After her second hit, "Anticipation," Carly roared to the top of the charts with her album NO SECRETS, and its #1 hit "You're So Vain." Newly married to James Taylor, Carly piled up a series of bestselling albums, including PLAYING POSSUM (1975), which featured controversial cover art of a scantily-clad Carly, although there had always been a sort of subtle sexuality on many of her album covers before (and after); however, none were as blatant as this particular one. Her career marched on, and in 1977, Carly performed her first movie-theme, "Nobody Does It Better," from THE SPY WHO LOVED ME, and it became an international smash. Her sales high continued with 1978's "You Belong To Me" and the album BOYS IN THE TREES, but after the release of her hit "Jesse" in 1980, Carly's career started to wane. Although she released a series of interesting albums in the '80s, none of them were commercial successes. After her divorce from James Taylor, she also retired from performing live. But then in 1987, Carly wrote the theme for HEARTBURN - "Coming Around Again" - and her career was revitalized. The song was a big hit and the album of the same name was a best-seller and charted for well over a year. By that point, she was a legend and was then able to release albums at a more relaxed pace, which allowed her to be more adventurous in her writing and creativity. Since then, all of her work has been very well received, most notable "Let The River Run," which she wrote for WORKING GIRL and won her her first Oscar. Carly's album THE BEDROOM TAPES (2000) reflected her personal trials more overtly than any of her other albums up to that point, particularly a case of writer's block as well as her breast cancer ordeal and the accompanying depression she experienced due to chemotherapy. Nevertheless, Carly is now healthy and content and remains a notabl
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Amazon.com: Q & A: A Novel (9780743267472): Vikas Swarup: Books Vikas Swarup Page 1 of 1 Start over Sponsored Products are advertisements for products sold by merchants on Amazon.com. When you click on a Sponsored Product ad, you will be taken to an Amazon detail page where you can learn more about the product and purchase it. To learn more about Amazon Sponsored Products, click here . The Last Faith: A book by an atheist believer Karmak Bagisbayev Warning: reading this book may alter your view of the world and permanently change your established moral principles. Readers discretion advised. Walking with Shadows Luke Romyn Left for dead after crashing in the Amazon, Jonas Drake must save not only himself but also the one other survivor: a ten-year-old boy. Snow Song R M Rowan Keeping her terminal cancer a secret, Sarah seeks meaning and purpose for her young life and finds that the art of dying is learning how to live. Kindle Edition Editorial Reviews From Publishers Weekly When Ram Mohammad Thomas, an orphaned, uneducated waiter from Mumbai, wins a billion rupees on a quiz show, he finds himself thrown in jail. (Unable to pay out the prize, the program's producers bribed local authorities to declare Ram a cheater.) Enter attractive lawyer Smita Shah, to get Ram out of prison and listen to him explain, via flashbacks, how he knew the answers to all the show's questions. Indian diplomat Swarup's fanciful debut is based on a sound premise: you learn a lot about the world by living in it (Ram has survived abandonment, child abuse, murder). And just as the quiz show format is meant to distill his life story (each question prompts a separate flashback), Ram's life seems intended to distill the predicament of India's underclass in general. Rushdie's Midnight's Children may have been a model: Ram's brash yet innocent voice recalls that of Saleem Sinai, Rushdie's narrator, and the sheer number of Ram's near-death adventures represents the life of the underprivileged in India, just as Saleem wore a map of India, quite literally, on his face. But Swarup's prose is sometimes flat and the story's picaresque form turns predictable. Ram is a likable fellow, but this q&a with him, though clever, grows wearying. Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. From Booklist Swarup's inventive debut traces the fortunes of Ram Mohammad Thomas from "Asia's biggest slum" to his sudden acquisition of enormous wealth as the biggest winner on the popular quiz show, Who Will Win a Billion? A poor, uneducated waiter, Ram is arrested after the final episode in the belief that he must have cheated. In jail he shares his hardscrabble life with his lawyer: his abandonment at birth in a used clothing bin, the church orphanage where he was dubbed an "idiot orphan boy," the foster home where children were purposely crippled and forced to beg, the estate of an Australian diplomat who was really a spy, the home of an aging Bollywood actress, and his meager waiter job. Each chapter in Ram's life provided him with a correct answer on the show, as a la Forrest Gump, he has been in the right place at the right time. Ram's funny and poignant odyssey explores the causes of good and evil and illustrates how, with a little luck, the best man sometimes wins. Deborah Donovan Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved Don't have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here , or download a FREE Kindle Reading App . New York Times best sellers Browse the New York Times best sellers in popular categories like Fiction, Nonfiction, Picture Books and more. See more Product Details Publisher: Scribner; First Edition edition (August 2, 2005) Language: English Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 1.1 x 8.4 inches Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces By A. Ross HALL OF FAME TOP 1000 REVIEWER VINE VOICE on November 26, 2005 Format: Hardcover Despite heartrending descriptions of sexual abuse, racism, poverty, homeless and much, much, more in modern India, this is an utterly enjoyable picaresque adventure that is one of the best reads of the year.
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The Emperor’s electric chair | A Blast From The Past A Blast From The Past / allkindsofhistory The death chair in Auburn prison, c.1890 Many countries have folk-tales that feature foolish kings – monarchs whose vanity causes them to make catastrophic misjudgements or attempt impossible things. Greek mythology offers the tradition of King Midas, who lived to regret wishing for the power to turn everything he touched into gold; for we Brits, the foolish ruler is King Canute, who – at least in the common modern telling of the tale – allowed courtiers to flatter him that even the seas would obey his commands, and consequently got his feet wet in a failed attempt to turn back the tides.1 Most of these legends are hundreds of years old, of course, but the motif is a potent one and it still crops up from time to time. Here, for example, is a story that has stuck firmly in my mind ever since I first read it in The Book of Lists, a best-selling compendium of all sorts of remarkable trivia, first published in 1977: The Abyssinian electric chair On August 6, 1890, the first electric chair in history was put into use in the death chamber of Auburn Prison in New York. In distant Abyssinia – now called Ethiopia – Emperor Menelik II (1844-1913) heard about it and decided that this new method of execution should become part of his modernisation plan for his country. Immediately, he put in an order for three electric chairs from the American manufacturer. When the chairs arrived and were unpacked, the emperor was mortified to learn that they wouldn’t work – Abyssinia had no electricity. Determined that his investment would not be completely wasted, Emperor Menelik adopted one of the electric chairs for his imperial throne. David Wallechinsky et al, The Book of Lists (London: Corgi, 1977) p.463. Pretty amusing, and plainly I’m not the only person who finds this odd tale peculiarly memorable; the editors of The Book of Lists themselves ranked it among their “15 favourite oddities of all time,” and if you type the search string ‘Menelik’s electric chair’ into Google, you come up with several thousand hits from sites such as anecdotage.com , all of which are clearly based on the BoL‘s telling of the story; they contain the same basic information, but nothing different or new. Of course, you don’t have to think too hard about the Abyssinian electric chair to realise that the story’s racist: the joke is always on Menelik and those funny Africans, so backward that they’ve never heard of electricity, and so stupid that it doesn’t actually occur to them that they might need some in order to operate an invention called an electric chair. And that interests me, because the thing is that – pace Lloyd Bentsen – I know Abyssinian history. Abyssinian history is an interest of mine. And – for several reasons – the story of Emperor Menelik and his electric chair does not strike me as good or reasonable history. Part I. The King of Kings Menelik II Let’s look briefly, to begin with, at the remarkable man at the heart of this story. Menelik II, who reigned in Abyssinia for the best part of a quarter of a century, is generally acknowledged as one of the most able of all Ethiopian emperors – indeed, of all African rulers. Coming to the throne at a time when the country had suffered a large setback – his predecessor, Yohannes IV, had just been killed in battle with the same Sudanese Islamic zealots who famously did for General Gordon at Khartoum – Menelik not only saved Abyssinia from colonisation (his victory over the Italians at Adwa in 1896 has been described, with pardonable exaggeration, as the first by an African army over a European one since Cannae), but also played a leading role in bringing his empire into the twentieth century. For the Emperor was – most pertinently for our enquiry – a man with a pronounced love of engineering. He founded Addis Ababa, and enjoyed sketching designs and building wooden models of the innovations that he planned. Menelik was also progressive and a moderniser , responsible for introducing or encouraging a wide variety
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ATLAS of Plucked Instruments - mandolins mandolins Tube mandolins On this page you find the instruments of the mandolin type, with their much confusing names; therefore I am not sure that all names here are correct. First the historical gut-string mandolinos , starting with the gittern from the Middle Ages, to the 1900s - when they more or less disappeared. Then the separate variety of steel-string mandolins , with a variety of names. For a short story about the history of the mandolinos and mandolins see McDonald . Related instruments are the steel-string cittern , which you can find on the next page. L=500 B=130 H=50mm scale 320mm Tube gittern The gittern is a small medieval lute-like instrument. It can be recognized on old pictures by its smaller size, carved body, and sickle shaped tuning head. Other spellings are : guittern or quintern. The gittern is carved from one block of wood, with a thin wooden front and a sickle shaped peghead. The soundhole is covered with a rosette (as were all early instruments) usually with delicate wood/ parchment cuttings. Although flush with it, the fingerboard is usually made of different wood from the (soft) front. The frets are tied on gut. The open peg head has pegs on both sides, and the end of the peghead is often decorated with a carving of an animal head. The strings are fastened to the bridge, which is glued to the front. The gittern was made in several sizes. It has 3 or 4 courses of gut strings which could be tuned like d' g' d'' g''. Playing is with a quill plectrum, to accompany singing. The name of the "gittern" went to the small 4-course renaissance guitar (see guitars early ), while the shape was used for mandolinos (see under). Notice the similarity with the original Arabian lute gabusi or qanbus (see Africa ) : carved from one piece of wood, pear shaped, sickle shaped peghead, 4 courses. Tube mandore (also another general name for the gut-string mandolinos) During the Renaissance the gittern changed : from a carved body to a small lute-like body (made of staves). It resembles very much a small lute, with a carved rosette, bridge glued to the front, fingerboard flush with the front and tied-on gut frets. Examples in museums show a wide variety in body shape. The mandore is much smaller than a lute (about half the stringlength) and the peghead is sickle-shaped, usually ending in a square on the front. It has usually 4, but sometimes up to 6 gut courses and was played (like the lute) with the fingers, not with a plectrum. Tuning would be c' g' c" g", or g d' g' d". In France this instrument was called mandore and in Italy mandola. Note that the name mandola was later also used for a larger size mandolin and that the name mandore later was used for a French mandolino. And in the 18th century in Germany a large lute would be called mandora (or gallichon). Tube Vivaldi concerto (ar)mandolino From around 1650s the mandolino developed from the mandore. It is a smaller version of it. Sometimes it is called pandurine or armandolino (after the shape of almonds), and often baroque mandolin (to make clear the difference with the normal mandolin). In general : a mandolino has a small slender lute-like body with a sickle-shaped tuning-head (ending in a square) with pegs from both sides. The wide fingerboard is flush with the front and it has tied-on gut frets. The rosette is carved in the front (or inserted layered parchment), and the bridge is glued to the front. It does not have a scratch-plate. It usually has 4 to 6 courses of gut strings, with a tuning : (gg) (bb) e'e' a'a' d"d" g"g". The mandolino was usually played with the fingers a
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Sapling | Define Sapling at Dictionary.com sapling 1375-1425; late Middle English; see sap 1, -ling 1 Dictionary.com Unabridged Examples from the Web for sapling Expand Contemporary Examples Obama planted a sapling in the garden of the presidential residence and even quoted a story from the Jewish Talmud. Obama and Netanyahu Make Peace During President’s First Israel Visit Eli Lake March 19, 2013 Historical Examples They got ashore, and fastened the painter to a sapling on the bank, because it was not long enough to go round a pile. Two Knapsacks John Campbell A sapling was cut off so that the stump of a limb was left at the bottom of it. Folkways William Graham Sumner The Quadroon Mayne Reid Trees should be dropped so that they will not crush young seedlings and sapling growth as they fall. British Dictionary definitions for sapling Expand 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 sapling Expand n. early 14c., from sap (n.1) + diminutive suffix -ling . This probably is the source of American English slang sap (n.3) "club, short staff" (1899) and the verb sap (v.2) "to hit (someone) with a sap" (1926). Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
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Originally titled Your Radio Playhouse, what long running PBS radio series is hosted by Ira Glass?
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Long Runners - TV Tropes Long Runners You need to login to do this. Get Known if you don't have an account Share YMMV Truly Superman is too super to kill (but it took several decades to change his red underpants).note Chronologically from top left: George Reeves in The Adventures of Superman , Christopher Reeve in Superman , Brandon Routh in Superman Returns , Henry Cavill in Man of Steel . Franchises which have somehow passed the test of time. There is a clue in here for what people want to watch and listen to. Some of these shows began with bad ratings or went through creative slumps , but got here thanks to Network to the Rescue (and avoiding being Screwed by the Network ). Some of these shows are even Older Than Television . See also: open/close all folders At least 10 years The Adventures Of Ozzie And Harriet (1952-66; notable as the longest-running American sitcom until being surpassed by The Simpsons ) Air Gear by Oh!Great ran for a full decade from 2002 to 2012 and ended with 357 chapters. The Angry Video Game Nerd : began in 2004 and still ongoing with The Movie released in 2014. The Apprentice : also began in 2004 and still ongoing, though Donald Trump has been fired for controversial comments on immigration. Aqua Teen Hunger Force , which started in 2001 (2000 if you count the stealth airing of the first episode) and, after a few title changes, was cancelled in 2015. The Atheist Experience (1997-present) Bananas in Pyjamas — the "costumed" series debuted in 1991 and ended in 2002, but a an All-CGI Cartoon adaptation beginning in 2011 has made the show one of these. Barney Bunch : Started off as a trolling group on Newgrounds in 2005. Moved to YouTube in 2006 and became the semi-affliliated "Speakonia Community". Despite numerous videos and accounts getting terminated, it's still going. Baywatch (9/22/1989-5/14/2001; eleven seasons and 242 episodes) Beachcombers (387 episodes from 1972-91; longest dramatic series in Canada) Beat the Clock : Total of 18 years (1950-61, 1969-74, 1979-80, 2002-03). Between the Lions (2000-10) Big Brother : The show premiered in the Netherlands in 1999. While the original version has ended, several international versions continue to air and would belong here. The BIONICLE toy-line released its first sets in the Summer of 2001 and its last sets in the winter of 2010, hitting the 10 year mark on the dot. And then coming back 2015, solidifying their stay. Break the Bank (1945-57) Brum (1991-2002, still in syndication in some territories) The Carol Burnett Show (1967-78) Cat and Girl , a web comic that has been running since 1999. Catch Phrase , a British game show that lasted sixteen years. (Not to be confused with the much less successful American version upon which it was based.) Cheers (11 years, immediately followed by spinoff Frasier which went another 11. As a result, Kelsey Grammer played Frasier Crane from 1984-2004.) Chilly Willy (produced by Walter Lantz ) ran from 1953 to 1972. However, the studio only did an average of three cartoons per year with the character. As a result he only has 50 shorts despite being in production for 19 years. Chi's Sweet Home (2004-2015) Sanrio 's Cinnamoroll, who would later become a very popular character in Japan, has been winning the hearts of Sanrio fans since 2002. Which is surprising since Sanrio itself didn't expect a character to come this close to being popular along with My Melody and Hello Kitty . Claymore (The manga ran from 2001 to 2014 and ended with 155 chapters and 5 extra chapters, it also produced a 26-episode anime in 2007) Comedy Central Presents (1998-2011, 14 seasons, over 260 episodes; a show that has about 30 minutes of Stand-Up Comedy by a different comedian each episode) Countdown (1974-87) Dallas (1978-91) Deadliest Catch - 10 seasons (2005-), plus a four-episode miniseries called America's Deadliest Season which served as a pilot in 2004. Still ongoing. Definitely Not the Opera (CBC Radio variety show since 1994, named Brand X 1994-97; hosted by Sook-Yin Lee since 2002) Definition . Lasted from 1974 to 198
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What bridge, between Millers Point and Milsons Point, opened on 19 March 1932?
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The Sydney's Harbour Bridge could have had an imposing three-way structure | Daily Mail Online What the Sydney Harbour Bridge could have looked like: Historic bridge design reveals a very bizarre three-way structure Architect and engineer Francis Ernest Stowe submitted the design in July 1922 during tenders for construction His three-span bridge design met in the middle on Goat Island, which he said could also serve as a war memorial The contract to build the Sydney Harbour Bridge was awarded to English company Dorman Long and Co Pty. Ltd. The Sydney Harbour Bridge, also known as The Coathanger, was opened on March 19, 1932 by Premier Jack Lang The steel bridge took six years to build and contains six million hand driven rivets
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Robert Peel Robert Peel December 10, 1834 – April 8, 1835 August 30, 1841 – June 29, 1846 Preceded by December 2, 1834 – April 8, 1835 Preceded by Political party Conservative Sir Robert Peel, 2nd Baronet ( 5 February 1788 – 2 July 1850) was the Conservative Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from December 10, 1834 to April 8, 1835, and again from August 30, 1841 to June 29, 1846. He helped create the modern concept of the police force while Home Secretary, oversaw the formation of the Conservative Party out of the shattered Tory Party, and repealed the Corn Laws. Biography Peel was born in Bury, Lancashire, England to the industrialist and Member of Parliament Sir Robert Peel. His father was one of the richest textile manufacturers of the early Industrial Revolution . Peel was educated first at Hipperholme Grammar School, then at Harrow School and finally Christ Church, Oxford, where he took a double first in classics and mathematics. He is also believed to have briefly attended Bury Grammar School. While living in Tamworth, he is credited with the development of the Tamworth Pig by breeding Irish stock with some local Tamworth pigs. He has living relatives even today, as far as Australia, and the Peel family living in Victoria. Early political career The young Peel entered politics at the young age of 21 as MP for the Irish rotten borough of Cashel City, Tipperary. With a scant twenty-four voters on the rolls, he was elected unopposed. More importantly, his sponsor for the election (besides his father) was Sir Arthur Wellesley , the future Duke of Wellington, with whom Peel's political career would be entwined for the next twenty-five years. Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington Prime Minister 1828-1830 His maiden speech in the Commons was a sensation, and was famously described by the Speaker as "the best first speech since that of William Pitt ". For the next decade he occupied a series of relatively minor positions in the Tory governments: Undersecretary for War, Chief Secretary for Ireland , and chairman of the Bullion Committee (charged with stabilizing British finances after the end of the Napoleonic Wars ). He also changed seats twice: first picking up another rotten borough, Chippenham, then becoming MP for Oxford University in 1817. He later served as MP for Tamworth from 1830 until his death. His home was Drayton Manor. His home Drayton Manor is no longer standing, but it is home to Drayton Manor Theme Park. Home secretary Peel was considered one of the rising stars of the Tory party, first entering the cabinet in 1822 as Home Secretary. As Home Secretary, he introduced a number of important reforms of British criminal law: most memorably establishing the Metropolitan Police Force (Metropolitan Police Act 1828). He also changed the Penal code reducing the number of crimes punishable by death. He reformed the gaol system, introducing payment for gaolers and education for the inmates. Sir Robert Peel He resigned as Home Secretary after the Prime Minister, Lord Liverpool, became incapacitated and was replaced by George Canning. Canning favoured Catholic Emancipation, while Peel had been one of its most outspoken opponents. Canning himself died less than four months later and, after the brief premiership of Lord Goderich, Peel returned to the post of Home Secretary under the premiership of his long-time ally the Duke of Wellington . During this time he was widely perceived as the number-two in the Tory Party, after Wellington himself. However, the pressure on the new ministry from advocates of Catholic Emancipation was too great and an Emancipation Bill was passed the next year. Peel felt compelled to resign his seat as MP representing the graduates of Oxford University (many of whom were Anglican clergymen), as he had stood on a platform of opposition to Catholic Emancipation (in 1815 he had, in fact, challenged to a duel the man most associated with emancipation, Daniel O'Connell). Peel instead moved to a rotten borough, Westbury, retaining his Cabinet position. Peel's protege Gladstone later emulated Pe
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GREEK PARLIAMENT All Publications THE HELLENIC PARLIAMENT The Parliament is the supreme democratic institution that represents the citizens through an elected body of Members of Parliament (MPs). In the current composition the Parliament consists of 300 MPs, elected at the last general elections of September 20th, 2015. Speaker of the Parliament is currently for the 17th Parliamentary Term, Mr Nikolaos Voutsis elected with SYRIZA (Coalition of the Radical Left). The Speaker presides over parliamentary sittings, is in charge of parliamentary functions and represents Parliament in international parliamentary organizations and bilateral inter-parliamentary sittings. Ηe is in charge of all Hellenic Parliament directorates, departments and divisions and coordinates their work and activities. Virtual tour INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS The institutional role of the Parliament in shaping Greek foreign policy is acknowledged in a series of Constitutional articles and clauses as well as in its Standing Orders. Hellenic Parliament steadily promotes stronger links with other EU national parliaments and the European Parliament (EP). Given this framework, the Parliament is actively involved in meetings between EU national parliaments and the EP, exchanges views on significant European affairs and acquaints the aforementioned parliaments with its views. Parliament capitalizes on parliamentary diplomacy for building ‘bridges’ in favor of stronger cooperation between people, bringing the people closer together and encouraging an exchange of views and ideas while forging ties of friendship and promoting the image of Greece abroad.
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Lindsay Hoyle, deputy speaker and budget star: 'Once a year, it's my day' | Politics | The Guardian House of Commons Lindsay Hoyle, deputy speaker and budget star: 'Once a year, it's my day' Forget the Chancellor, the star of this week's budget was – indisputably – deputy speaker Lindsay Hoyle. So where did this new backbench hero spring from? Deputy speaker Lindsay Hoyle in his office in Westminster … ‘The most cheerful politican I’ve ever met’, according to our photographer. Photograph: Linda Nylind for the Guardian Friday 22 March 2013 14.29 EDT First published on Friday 22 March 2013 14.29 EDT Share on Messenger Close When Lindsay Hoyle woke up on Wednesday he was still the Labour MP for the prosperous Lancashire town of Chorley and chairman of ways and means , an ancient but obscure office at the House of Commons that also makes him deputy speaker. When he opened the newspapers on Thursday he found that his robust handling of a boisterous budget day had made him a parliamentary superstar in pinstripes. On Twitter, too. Hands on hips, arms akimbo, his Lancastrian boom quite distinct from speaker John Bercow's south-easterly tone, Hoyle reined in Ed Balls for waving the Evening Standard's bootleg version of the budget from the front bench. "You should observe the courtesies of the House and should know BETTERRR," he remonstrated with a pointing finger. "I DO NOT WISH TO SEE IT." There was plenty more like this. "Let this not become the circus of the day," he remarked at another point and, "the panto season is not for another nine months." To an over-excited Tory loyalist he said, "If you don't want to hear your own chancellor, I am SURE your constituents would understand if you were to leave the chamber." What voters with more pressing worries than parliamentary procedure may not have understood was that Hoyle is not some new, end-of-season signing from Chorley FC (known as the Magpies) but a permanent fixture in presiding over the Commons, the most senior of Bercow's three deputies. But a tradition that emerged in the high-tax, high-treason reign of Charles I means that when MPs hear a budget, then debate its instant new taxes – like that 1p off beer – they do so by ways and means resolutions, under chairman Lindsay. "So once a year it's my day. I'm in charge and I look forward to it. It's a highlight, the biggest day of the parliamentary year. The mood in the chamber is electric, you can feel the tension," he explained on Thursday night after day two of this year's budget debate had ended, as he enjoyed a strong cuppa in his modest office (a contrast to Speaker's House, which is palatial). On Wednesday he had watched the morning's proceedings – cabinet office question time followed by PMQs from noon to 12.30pm – on his office TV before strolling round the corner with the ways and means clerk, Sara Howe, to be ready in the shadows "behind the Speaker's chair" – a space which has witnessed centuries of urgent intrigue – when his voice was called to take over. Hoyle is particularly concerned that the Guardian spell Ms Howe's first name correctly. When you have been named Lindsay, these things matter. "Most people who meet me expect a woman – you can see the shock on their faces. But my father was cricket-mad," he says. It has been a lifelong cross but, as with the country song about a boy named Sue , it may have put some steel into an otherwise amiable man. The cricket-mad father was Doug Hoyle , also a Labour MP, best remembered for the distinctly frosty night when he beat Roy Jenkins , the breakaway SDP's insurgent candidate, at the 1981 Warrington byelection, a seat he held until retirement in 1997. That night in 1981, Jenkins said not a word, but when Hoyle senior (now 82) became Lord Hoyle, Lord Jenkins sidled up and said, "It's time we had a drink." As for the cricketer called Lindsay, fans of the game may guess that Hoyle Senior was mightily impressed by Lindsay Hassett , right-handed middle-order batsman and vice-captain of the 1948 Australian touring team that went undefeated in all 34 matches it played in Eng
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The character Jack Skellington appears in which ... - Brainly.com This Is a Certified Answer × Certified answers contain reliable, trustworthy information vouched for by a hand-picked team of experts. Brainly has millions of high quality answers, all of them carefully moderated by our most trusted community members, but certified answers are the finest of the finest. Nightmare Before Christmas
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The Penfield Players Presented "Loot" - a Farce The Penfield Players Presented "Loot" - a Farce What is a farce, you might ask? Post to Facebook The Penfield Players Presented "Loot" - a Farce What is a farce, you might ask? Check out this story on DemocratandChronicle.com: http://on.rocne.ws/2ar2NfY CancelSend A link has been sent to your friend's email address. Posted! A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Join the Conversation Our Towns Lou Singer, Rochester 3:18 p.m. EDT July 31, 2016 What is a farce, you might ask? Well, think of a play where a character can deduce amazing facts from obscure clues, but he says he works for the Metropolitan Water Department. Or, a pretty nurse who - we are told - has killed or eliminated seven husbands. Or, a young crook who hides his loot in his mother's coffin while her body keeps showing up in unlikely places. All this makes it clear that this play uses low comic devices such as slapstick humor and ridiculous situations to tell the wacky story. In other words: a farce. On July 30th at 2 p.m., the Penfield Players presented this two-act play by English playwright, Joe Orton, in what is called a "staged reading" at the Penfield Community Center on Baird Road. The latter is a simplified, staged presentation where the actors stand in front of easels, reading their scripts just as the early radio plays used to be presented. Jerry Argetsinger was the director. Elements of this play included shocking attitudes toward death and a low opinion of the morals of the police, so I was a bit surprised to learn that "Loot" was a hit in London and began production on Broadway in March, 1968. It won several awards and has been revived many times. Orton, the playwright, has had other major productions like "Entertaining Mr. Sloane" and the TV play "The Good and Faithful Servamt." The characters were McLeavy - he's mourning his dead wife who is in the coffin. (McLeavy is played by Dean Amsler.) Hal - McLeavy's son who has no morals whatsoever. (Derek Schneider.) Dennis - his buddy. (Gerald Gustav Owen.) He and Hal rob a bank. Fay - The pretty nurse. (Tina Hoffman.) She was taking care of Mr. McLeavy's wife. Truscott - Is he a Water Inspector or a nasty, irritating police officer? (Ron Dufort.) The narrator was Tony Eckel. The play is set in the present day with action taking place in the McLeavy household in England. The Penfield Players are a non-profit, community organization sponsored by the Penfield Recreation Department. The group is one of the oldest continuing theater groups in the Rochester area with more than 50 years of great performances. Anyone who has an interest in theater is welcome to join. Volunteers are always welcome. For more information, visit www.penfieldplayers.org The next production will be "Murder Weapon" by Brian Clemens, the playwright who wrote the popular "The Avengers" British TV series. October 28 - November 12, 2016.
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William Shakespeare (Character) - Quotes William Shakespeare (Character) Christopher Marlowe : What is the story? William Shakespeare : Well, there's this pirate. - In truth I have not written a word. Christopher Marlowe : I thought your play was for Burbage. William Shakespeare : This is a different one. Christopher Marlowe : A different one you haven't written? [after sex] William Shakespeare : Hmm? Viola De Lesseps : And that was only my first try. Lord Wessex : I cannot shed blood in her house, but I will cut your throat anon. Do you have a name? William Shakespeare : Christopher Marlowe, at your service. Viola de Lesseps : [as Thomas Kent] Tell me how you love her, Will. William Shakespeare : Like a sickness and its cure together. William Shakespeare : His name is Mercutio. Ned Alleyn : What's the name of the play? William Shakespeare : [prompting him] Go on! William Shakespeare : I'm done with theater. The playhouse is for dreamers. Look what the dream brought us. Viola De Lesseps : It was we ourselves did that. And for my life to come, I would not have it otherwise. Viola De Lesseps : I loved a writer and gave up the prize for a sonnet. William Shakespeare : I was the more deceived. Viola De Lesseps : Yes, you were deceived, for I did not know how much I loved you. [Saying their goodbyes] William Shakespeare : You will never age for me, nor fade, nor die. William Shakespeare : It is not a comedy I'm writing now. William Shakespeare : Love knows nothing of rank or river bank. William Shakespeare : Love denied blights the soul we owe to God. William Shakespeare : A broad river divides my lovers: family, duty, fate. As unchangeable as nature. William Shakespeare : You see? The comsumptives plot against me. "Will Shakespeare has a play, let us go and cough through it." William Shakespeare : A lowly player. Viola De Lesseps : Alas indeed, for I thought you the highest poet of my esteem and writer of plays that capture my heart. William Shakespeare : Oh - I am him too! [last lines] William Shakespeare : My story starts at sea, a perilous voyage to an unknown land. A shipwreck. The wild waters roar and heave. The brave vessel is dashed all to pieces. And all the helpless souls within her drowned. All save one. A lady. Whose soul is greater than the ocean, and her spirit stronger than the sea's embrace. Not for her a watery end, but a new life beginning on a stranger shore. It will be a love story. For she will be my heroine for all time. And her name will be Viola. William Shakespeare : Can you love a fool? William Shakespeare : Follow that boat! First Boatman : Right you are, guv'nor!... I know your face. Are you an actor? William Shakespeare : [oh God, here we go again] Yes. First Boatman : Yes, I've seen you in something. That one about a king. First Boatman : I had that Christopher Marlowe in my boat once. Viola De Lesseps : I have never undressed a man before. William Shakespeare : It is strange to me, too. Viola De Lesseps : You have never spoken so well of him before. William Shakespeare : He was not dead before. William Shakespeare : You still owe me for One Gentleman of Verona. William Shakespeare : My muse, as always, is Aphrodite. Philip Henslowe : Aphrodite Baggett, who does it behind the Dog and Crumpet? William Shakespeare : You, sir, are a gentleman. Ned Alleyn : And you, sir, are a Warwickshire shithouse. William Shakespeare : I have a wife, yes, and I cannot marry the daughter of Sir Robert De Lesseps. You needed no wife come from Stratford to tell you that, and yet, you let me come to your bed. Viola De Lesseps : Calf-love. I loved the writer and gave up the prize for a sonnet. Viola De Lesseps : It is a house of ill repute! William Shakespeare : It is, Thomas, but of good reputation. Come, there's no harm in a drink! Philip Henslowe : Will! Where is my play? Tell me you have it nearly done! Tell me you have it started. [desperately] "The Twilight Zone: The Bard (#4.18)" (1963) William Shakespeare : [In resp
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"Who starred in ""Mogambo"", ""Dial M For Murder"", ""Rear Window"" and ""High Society"" before giving up her film career for marriage in 1956?"
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Grace Kelly - Biography - IMDb Grace Kelly Biography Showing all 104 items Jump to: Overview (5) | Mini Bio (2) | Spouse (1) | Trade Mark (2) | Trivia (67) | Personal Quotes (26) | Salary (1) Overview (5) 14 September 1982 , Monaco (injuries from car accident) Birth Name 5' 6½" (1.69 m) Mini Bio (2) Grace Patricia Kelly was born on November 12, 1929 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to wealthy parents. She was the daughter of Margaret Katherine (Majer), a phys ed instructor, and John Brendan Kelly, Sr., a three-time Olympic Gold winner for rowing. Her uncle was playwright George Kelly . She was of half Irish and half German descent. Her girlhood was uneventful for the most part, but one of the things she desired was to become an actress which she had decided on at an early age. After her high school graduation in 1947, Grace struck out on her own, heading to New York's bright lights to try her luck there. Grace worked as a model and made her debut on Broadway in 1949. She also made a brief foray into the infant medium of television. Not content with the work in New York, Grace moved to Southern California for the more prestigious part of acting -- motion pictures. In 1951, she appeared in her first film entitled Fourteen Hours (1951) when she was 22. It was a small part, but a start nonetheless. The following year, she landed the role of Amy Kane in High Noon (1952), a western starring Gary Cooper and Lloyd Bridges which turned out to be very popular. In 1953, Grace appeared in only one film, but it was another popular one. The film was Mogambo (1953) where Grace played Linda Nordley. The film was a jungle drama in which fellow cast members, Clark Gable and Ava Gardner turned in masterful performances. It was also one of the best films ever released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Although she got noticed with High Noon, her work with director Alfred Hitchcock , which began with Dial M for Murder (1954) made her a star. Her standout performance in Rear Window (1954) brought her to prominence. As Lisa Fremont, she was cast opposite James Stewart , who played a photographer who witnesses a murder in an apartment across the courtyard while convalescing in a wheelchair. Grace stayed busy in 1954 appearing in five films. Grace would forever be immortalized by winning the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Georgie Elgin opposite Bing Crosby in The Country Girl (1954). In 1955, Grace once again teamed with Hitchcock in To Catch a Thief (1955) co-starring Cary Grant . In 1956, she played Tracy Lord in the musical comedy High Society (1956) which also starred Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby . The whimsical tale ended with her re-marrying her former husband, played by Crosby. The film was well received and also turned out to be her final acting performance. In the summer of 1954, Kelly and Cary Grant were on the French Riviera, working on To Catch a Thief. It was probably the scene after Grace speeds along the Moyen Corniche to quickly get to the "picnic grounds", and away from a tailing police car, that she had time to look at the Mediterranean and the countryside along the coast. "Whose gardens are those?" she asked screenwriter John Michael Hayes . "Prince Grimaldi's". She would not meet the prince until the following year. In New York in March 1955, she received a call from Rupert Allan, Look Magazine's west coast editor, who had become a friend since writing three cover stories on her. The French government wanted her to attend the Cannes Film Festival that May. She had some good reasons to go. One: The Country Girl (1954) would be shown at the festival. Two: she had really loved working on the Riviera the summer before. She met Prince Rainier of Monaco during the Cannes festival. He needed a wife, because with no heir to the throne, Monaco would again be part of France, after his death, all its citizens would have to pay French taxes. And Kelly thought it was time for her to select a husband, one who would finally meet with her parents' approval. Her biographers show that the life of a princess was not exactly l
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BBC News | Themes | Goodbyes The BBC's Richard Anthony Baker remembers Frank Sinatra Riding into the sunlight Linda McCartney became a renowned photographer and animal rights activist The death of Linda McCartney also received widespread coverage and the tributes were warm and unstinting in praise of her courage in the face of the cancer which killed her at 56. Her husband, former Beatle Sir Paul McCartney, memorably described how - in her final moments - he told her to imagine the two of them riding on horseback through sunlit bluebell woods. If Lady Linda became best known through her husband, then the reverse was true of Sonny Bono , who died in a skiing accident in January, bringing to an end a career which started in music with his wife Cher and ended in politics, in the US Congress. Almost up with Ol' Blue Eyes in legendary status was the 'First Lady of Country', Tammy Wynette , who died after a long history of health problems at the age of 55. Silver screen now dulled If the title 'First Lady of the Jungle' had been available in the 1930s, then there was no doubt that it would have belonged to Maureen O'Sullivan , who played Jane to Johnny Weissmuller's Tarzan - the role for which she will always be remembered despite starring in films as diverse as Anna Karenina and A Day At The Races. The King of the Cowboys rode off into the sunset Among other film greats to pass away in 1998 were King of the Cowboys Roy Rogers and the Singing Cowboy, Gene Autry . On the other side of the camera, film enthusiasts all over the world mourned Japan's Akira Kurosawa . He was the director responsible for masterpieces such as Rashomon, the Seven Samurai - the model for the Magnificent Seven - Ran and Kagemusha. The man who created Batman and worked as a consultant on the recent films, Bob Kane , died aged 83 in November. Final chords As well as Frank Sinatra and Sonny Bono, the world of music lost names such as jazz musician Benny Green and classical composers Alfred Schnittke and Sir Michael Tippett . The last-named was one of the finest musicians in the United Kingdom and 1998 seemed to hit hard the ranks of entertainers from the British Isles. Widely differing in their music but also among those who played their final tunes were popular singer Dorothy Squires , aged 83, and rock drummer Cozy Powell , whose death in a car crash was unfortunately heard by his girlfriend as he spoke to her on her mobile phone. Comic talent Among those no longer with us are the very English comedians, satirists and all-round wits Frank Muir , a veteran of TV's Call My Bluff, and John Wells , the writer of Private Eye's "Dear Bill" letters - supposedly from Mrs Thatcher's husband, Denis. British comedy also lost writer Johnny Speight who created the TV series Till Death Us Do Part and its notoriously bigoted main character, Alf Garnett. One of the programme's actresses, comedy veteran Patricia Hayes , also parted company with the world, as did comedienne Betty Marsden , star of radio's Round the Horne. 'Father Ted' Dermot Morgan died suddenly at 45 Well-loved in the UK although from the Irish Republic was Father Ted star Dermot Morgan who died in March aged 45, at the peak of his career. Remembering Dermot Morgan The BBC's Leo Enright on the untimely death of the 'Father Ted' star More serious members of the British acting profession to make their final exit in 1998 included post-war screen and stage idol Michael Denison ; Joan Hickson , TV's quintessential Miss Marple, Agatha Christie's elderly female detective; and playwright Francis Durbridge , creator of detectives such as Paul Temple. And if all the above could have been gathered together for a single show, then there is no doubt who would have been the producer - Lord Grade , the TV, film and theatrical impresario who died in November at the age of 91. A poetic legacy In the field of literature, the name of Ted Hughes stands out. The Poet Laureate died at the end of October, aged 68, and went to his grave to the sound of his own poems read by Nobel literature prize-winner Seamus Heaney. The poet
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Welcome to the Society of Jesus in Canada and the United States The Society of Jesus – Serving the Catholic Church for the greater glory of God. Get Involved Click here to sign up for our award-winning enewsletter, learn about upcoming events and participate in our advocacy campaigns. Support Us No matter your connection to the Society of Jesus, there is an opportunity for you to partner with the Jesuits and become part of their work. Jesuit Parishes and Retreat Centers There are 66 Jesuit parishes and 22 retreat centers in the United States. Jesuit parishes are situated in inner cities, suburbs, rural outposts and on college campuses and Native American reservations. Jesuit retreat centers can be found in places ranging from New England's rocky coast to the foothills of the Rockies and the rustic trails of Santa Clara Valley. They are part of urban landscapes, too. St. Ignatius Loyola Parish The Church of St. Ignatius Loyola is a vibrant faith community located on New York City’s Upper East Side. Find a parish near you Jesuit Retreat House on Lake Winnebago Located 80 miles north of Milwaukee, the Jesuit Retreat House on Lake Winnebago welcomes men and women of all faiths to its silent preached and directed retreats.
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Christadelphians Christadelphians Christadelphians � Prophesies and Pacifism Christadelphians, a religious sect, was founded by Dr. John Thomas, the son of a British Congregationalist minister. During Thomas� immigration to the United States in 1832, the ship encountered several violent storms. Thomas vowed that he would devote his life to the study of religion if God would spare his life. Shortly after his arrival in the United States, Thomas briefly associated himself with the Cambellites, while sharing their belief that Jesus Christ would return to earth in 1866. But as he continued to study with the Cambellites, he soon disagreed with their teachings, left the group, and began his own sect called the �Brethren of Christ.� Numerous religious movements in the middle 1800s began as an outgrowth of religious unrest -- Mormonism, Jehovah�s Witnesses, Christian Science, Seventh Day Adventism, and Spiritism. Each sect tried to discover truth through a new revelation or by combining some truth with their own opinions. When the Civil War began, Thomas, along with his followers, believed that the war marked the beginning of the �Battle of Armageddon� (Revelation 16:16). The group embraced pacifism, refusing to participate in war. To be recognized as a religious group exempted from fighting, Thomas renamed his followers �Christadelphians (1848) -- Greek for �Brethren of Christ.� Thomas visited England to introduce his new-found religion and then discovered the soil fertile for his beliefs on prophesy and the coming Kingdom. He returned to America again. His subsequent visits (1862 and 1869) to lecture in England helped anchor Christadelphianism in England. Because of his efforts, England has the largest number (20,000) of members in the world. Christadelphians � Deception and Denial As with many pseudo-Christian groups, Christadelphianism claims to follow Christian doctrines. Though they have a belief that there is only one God, Christadelphians� doctrine is clearly non-Christian (James 2:19). One of their tenets states that the Bible is �the inerrant and infallible Word of God,� yet Christadelphianism denies: the doctrine of the Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit)1 (Matthew 28:19). Jesus� existence prior to His incarnation2 (Revelation 1:8). Jesus is God in flesh3 (Colossians 2:9). Jesus died in our place for sin4 (1 Peter 2:24). the personhood and deity of the Holy Spirit5 (John 16:13-15). salvation by grace through faith alone6 (Ephesians 2:8). the immortality of the soul, that a person exists after death7 (1 Corinthians 15:42-44). the existence of the fallen angel Lucifer (Satan)8 (Luke 10:18). the existence of hell and eternal punishment9 (Matthew 25:41, 46). Christadelphians � Sin and Salvation While Christadelphianism may show a great infatuation with the Scriptures, its skewed interpretations offer their members a hopeless future. Believing that Jesus had a sinful nature,10 followers forfeit experiencing God�s grace and mercy through His Son (2 Corinthians 5:21, Hebrews 4:15-16). In teaching that baptism is a prerequisite to salvation,11 Christadelphians never receive God�s gift of salvation through faith (Ephesians 2:8). And, contrary to Christadelphianism,12 those who receive Jesus Christ as their Savior never lose their salvation (Romans 3:22-26). Christadelphians are sincere about their beliefs, but sincerity doesn�t connect God and man. While claiming to be the restored truth, this cult group relies on its own interpretations (2 Peter 1:20-21). Only the blood of a divine, sinless Christ paid the price for our salvation in full, reconciling us to God forever (Romans 6:23). 1 Tennant, Harry. The Christadelphians, What They Believe and Preach, The Christadelphian, Birmingham, England. 1986. pp. 84-87. 2 Ibid., pp. 85-86. 3 Jannaway, Frank G. (edited by) Christadelphian Answers, The Herald Press, Houston, TX, 1920. p. 22. 4 Ibid., p. 25. 11 Tennant., pp. 71-72, 207-210. 12 Ibid., p. 212. WHAT DO YOU THINK? - We have all sinned and deserve God's judgment. God , the Father, sent H
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True Grit (1969) - 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 A drunken, hard-nosed U.S. Marshal and a Texas Ranger help a stubborn teenager track down her father's murderer in Indian territory. Director: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 40 titles created 31 Mar 2011 a list of 28 titles created 15 Oct 2011 a list of 37 titles created 03 May 2013 a list of 43 titles created 11 months ago a list of 38 titles created 6 months ago Search for " True Grit " 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. Won 1 Oscar. Another 5 wins & 7 nominations. See more awards » Videos Marshal Rooster Cogburn unwillingly teams up with Eula Goodnight to track down the killers of her father. Director: Stuart Millar A senator, who became famous for killing a notorious outlaw, returns for the funeral of an old friend and tells the truth about his deed. Director: John Ford Ranch owner Katie Elder's four sons determine to avenge the murder of their father and the swindling of their mother. Director: Henry Hathaway A dying gunfighter spends his last days looking for a way to die with a minimum of pain and a maximum of dignity. Director: Don Siegel A Civil War veteran embarks on a journey to rescue his two nieces from an Indian tribe. Director: John Ford 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.7/10 X Cole Thornton, a gunfighter for hire, joins forces with an old friend, Sheriff J.P. Hara. Together with an old Indian fighter and a gambler, they help a rancher and his family fight a rival rancher that is trying to steal their water. Director: Howard Hawks A small-town sheriff in the American West enlists the help of a cripple, a drunk, and a young gunfighter in his efforts to hold in jail the brother of the local bad guy. Director: Howard Hawks A tough U.S. Marshal helps a stubborn teenager track down her father's murderer. Directors: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen Stars: Jeff Bridges, Matt Damon, Hailee Steinfeld After the Civil War, Cord McNally searches for the traitor whose perfidy caused the defeat of McNally's unit and the loss of a close friend. Director: Howard Hawks In 1909, when John Fain's gang kidnaps Big Jake McCandles' grandson and hold him for ransom, Big Jake sets out to rescue the boy. Directors: George Sherman, John Wayne Stars: John Wayne, Richard Boone, Maureen O'Hara When his cattle drivers abandon him for the gold fields, rancher Wil Andersen is forced to take on a collection of young boys as his drivers in order to get his herd to market in time to ... See full summary » Director: Mark Rydell Wealthy rancher G.W. McLintock uses his power and influence in the territory to keep the peace between farmers, ranchers, land-grabbers, Indians and corrupt government officials. Director: Andrew V. McLaglen Edit Storyline The murder of her father sends a teenage tomboy, Mattie Ross, (Kim Darby), on a mission of "justice", which involves avenging her father's death. She recruits a tough old marshal, "Rooster" Cogburn (John Wayne), because he has "grit", and a reputation of getting the job done. The two are joined by a Texas Ranger, La Boeuf, (Glen Campbell), who is looking for the same man (Jeff Corey) for a separate murder in Texas. Their odyssey takes them from Fort Smith, Arkansas, deep into the Indian Territory (present day Oklahoma) to find their man. Written by John Vogel <jlvogel@comcast.net> [edited] A Brand New Brand Of American Frontier Story See more » Genres: 21 June 1969 (Japan) See more » Also Known As: Temple de acero See more » Filming Locations: Did You Know? Trivia Jim Burk doubled for John Wayne in the final jumping fence stunt at the end. See more » Goofs Rooster mentions that he lived for some years in Cairo, Illinois, but he mispronounces the name of the town. The local pronunciation is KAY-row.
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John Wayne wins Best Actor Oscar - Apr 07, 1970 - HISTORY.com John Wayne wins Best Actor Oscar Share this: John Wayne wins Best Actor Oscar Author John Wayne wins Best Actor Oscar URL Publisher A+E Networks On this day in 1970, the legendary actor John Wayne wins his first–and only–acting Academy Award, for his star turn in the director Henry Hathaway’s Western True Grit. Wayne appeared in some 150 movies over the course of his long and storied career. He established his tough, rugged, uniquely American screen persona most vividly in the many acclaimed films he made for the directors John Ford and Howard Hawks from the late 1940s into the early 1960s. He earned his first Oscar nomination, in the Best Actor category, for Sands of Iwo Jima (1949). The Alamo (1960), which Wayne produced, directed and starred in, earned a Best Picture nomination. Wayne’s Oscar for True Grit at the 42nd annual Academy Awards in 1970 was generally considered to be a largely sentimental win, and a long-overdue reward for one of Hollywood’s most enduring performers. The Academy had failed to even nominate Wayne for any of his most celebrated performances, in films such as Stagecoach (1939), Red River (1948), The Quiet Man (1952), The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962) and especially Ford’s The Searchers (1956), considered by many to be the greatest Western ever made. In True Grit, Wayne played a drunken, foul-tempered but endearing U.S. marshal named Rooster Cogburn, who becomes an unlikely hero when he helps a young girl avenge the murder of her father. He would reprise the role in the film’s sequel, Rooster Cogburn (1975), opposite Katharine Hepburn. Nominated for seven Oscars at the 42nd annual awards ceremony that night, John Schlesinger’s gritty urban drama Midnight Cowboy won in the Best Picture, Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay categories. The film’s stars, Jon Voight and Dustin Hoffman, were both nominated in the Best Actor category but lost out to Wayne. Richard Burton (as King Henry VIII in Anne of the Thousand Days) and Peter O’Toole (as the beloved schoolmaster Arthur Chipping in Goodbye, Mr. Chips) rounded out the category. It was the fourth of what would be eight career nominations (and no wins) for O’Toole. In 1964, Wayne battled lung cancer, undergoing surgery to remove his entire left lung. He went public with news of his illness in hopes of convincing people to remain vigilant about cancer. In his last movie, The Shootist (1976), Wayne portrayed an aging gunfighter dying of cancer. Three years later, the great actor himself succumbed to stomach cancer at the age of 72 on June 11, 1979. Related Videos
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Kaiser Chiefs’s Biography — Free listening, videos, concerts, stats and photos at Last.fm Listeners Biography Kaiser Chiefs are a post-britpop band which formed in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England in early 2003. The band consists of Ricky Wilson (vocals), Andrew "Whitey" White (guitar), Simon Rix (bass), Nick "Peanut" Baines (keyboards) and Vijay Mistry(drums). Nick Hodgson is the band's former drummer and main songwriter but left the band in December 2012 to focus on other projects. The band has released five albums as of 2014 and have released 16 singles, including the hits I Predict a Riot , Oh My God , Ruby and Never Miss a Beat . Several members of the band are ardent fans of the English football team Leeds United (as the band originates from Leeds). The band are named after the South African Kaizer Chiefs Football Club, the former team of long-serving former Leeds captain Lucas Radebe. The band's main musical influences include The Beatles , The Beach Boys , The Kinks , Blur , Eric Burdon , The Jam , and other new wave bands. Andrew White (b. England; guitar), Ricky Wilson (b. Charles Richard Wilson, 17 January 1975, Keighley, West Yorkshire, England; vocals), Nick Baines (keyboards), Nick Hodgson (b. Nicholas Hodgson, 20 October 1977, England; drums) and Simon Rix (b. James Simon Rix, 18 October 1977, England; bass) formed the band in early 2003, having originally played garage rock under the Parva moniker. Their energetic brand of post-millennial guitar rock, which would have been branded "indie" in previous decades, quickly found favour on the local gig circuit. The quintet issued their debut, the XTC-soundalike Oh My God , before they had even signed a proper recording contract, teaming up with the Drowned In Sound website in May 2004 for a limited edition release. A contract with the B-Unique label followed and the band began to attract wider interest at the end of 2004 with the release of their storming I Predict A Riot . The topical lyrics, concerning alcohol-fuelled violence in small English towns, attracted as much attention as the band's anarchic update on late 70s new wave. The band's explosion onto the global music scene in early 2005 was epitomised when they had their first single I Predict A Riot off their debut album Employment played on the radio around the world and opened Live8 in Philadelphia. Several years prior to 2003 the members of the band had been a garage rock group called Parva (before that they had been known as Runston Parva). However, after their label Mantra Records went bust in late 2002, the band went back to their roots and adopted a more britpop sound, helping the band reach their current popularity within the UK and beyond as a consequence. The band re-released the single Oh My God on 21 February, which charted at #6. The debut album Employment was released on 7 March 2005 and entered the charts at #3 that week. Despite becoming favourite after being shortlisted, the album failed to win the 2005 Mercury Music Prize. They covered the Marvin Gaye classic, Heard it Through the Grapevine for the War Child album Help! A Day in the Life, giving a whole new slant on the song. A DVD, entitled Enjoyment, was released in November 2005. The basis of the DVD is a (semi-false) documentary about the band narrated by Bill Nighy. It also includes all the promo videos, live performances and more. An internet-only (so far) music video for their song Sink that Ship has been released in September 2005. The video appears on Electronic Arts' website as a promotional tool for their game Burnout Revenge but is completely unbranded. Wilson auctioned off his red tambourine to radio show Xfm in late 2005 to raise money for the homeless charity Shelter. The winning bid was £375.00. On February 5th, The Kaiser Chiefs Released their next single, Ruby , which was a major success reaching #1 in the singles charts. The Kaiser Chiefs released their new album, Yours Truly, Angry Mob on February 23, 2007 in The Netherlands and Belgium, February 26, 2007 in the United Kingdom and on March 27, 2007 in North
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Zara Phillips awarded MBE for equestrianism | Horsetalk - International horse news Zara Phillips awarded MBE for equestrianism November 29, 2007 Photo: © Jan Milne World eventing champion Zara Phillips has been awarded an MBE from her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, at Buckingham Palace. Phillips, 26, received the MBE for services to equestrianism. She won the eventing title at the World Equestrian Games in Germany in 2006. At the ceremony were her mother, the Princess Royal, her boyfriend Mike Tindall, her brother Peter Phillips and his fiancee, Autumn Kelly. Phillips's stepfather Vice Admiral Timothy Laurence was also made a Companion of the Order of the Bath (military division). Last year Phillips was named the BBC's sports personality of the year, topping a viewers' poll in recognition of her triumph at the WEG on Toytown. A year earlier she won the European title, the achievement for which her mother, Princess Anne, topped the BBC poll in 1971.
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Frankie Dettori's Magnificent 7 » Great British Racing Frankie Dettori's Magnificent 7 7 October 2015 Frankie Dettori achieved a near-impossible feat when winning all seven races on the card at Ascot in September 1996, including winning the prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Stakes. The cumulative odds of these wins was 25,051-1, and earned one lucky punter an incredible £500,000 when Dettori completed his ‘Magnificent Seven’. This was a landmark day for British horseracing, and made a hero of Dettori, while stripping stunned bookmakers of millions. He was already a well-known jockey before the Magnificent Seven, but the achievement made him a household name. We take a look back at the races that made up this momentous day. 1. Wall Street - 2/1 On the day that he single-handedly cost the betting industry more than £30 million, it seems fitting that Frankie Dettori’s first ride was called Wall Street. He guided the three-year-old colt home over the mile and a half course to claim his first victory of the afternoon in the Cumberland Lodge Stakes. At 2/1 odds, this was not the most surprising of Dettori’s winners of the day, but it set him up for a day of success. 2. Diffident – 12/1 Diffident had had a series of disappointing results, and it was considered that Frankie Dettori had little chance of victory on the 12/1 shot. However, the Diadem Stakes was run fairly slowly, and this went in Diffident’s favour to result in winner number two of the day. This was the standout run of Diffident’s seven career wins, and he was sent to be a stallion in India. He stood at the Poonawalla Stud, at Pune, where he has sired local Guineas and Oaks winners. 3. Mark of Esteem – 100/30 The race came down to a two-way battle between Mark of Esteem and Henry Cecil’s impressive filly Bosra Sham. Dettori asked the horse for maximum effort with a furlong to go, and passed Bosra Sham and Pat Eddery to claim the third victory in the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes. This win made him the best in Europe that year. He was later retired to Darley Stud, where he sired Derby winner Sir Percy and top sprinter Reverance. 4. Decorated Hero – 7/1 Another aptly named charge carried Dettori to his fourth win in the Tote Festival Handicap – at a relatively modest 7/1. The field had 26 runners, and Decorated Hero carried the top weight of 9st13lb, so Dettori’s chances of winning looked slim. Despite this, his luck continued to bound along he pulled off a three-and-a-half length fourth victory. The horse raced for two more seasons, winning 14 of his 33 races, before finding a home at the British Racing School in Newmarket, where he helped to teach aspiring jockeys. 5. Fatefully – 7/4 This was a narrow victory in the Rosemary Stakes, claimed from Dettori’s friend and rival Ray Cochrane aboard Abeyr. Cochrane recalls: “As we pulled up, the horses were very close. I said, ‘Is anyone else getting a chance today?’” Fatefully won once more before becoming a broodmare at Gainsborough Stud. She produced several foals, including Nassau Stakes winner Favourable Terms. 6. Lochangel – 5/4 Triumph on Lochangel in the Blue Seal Stakes continued an astonishing afternoon for Dettori as he returned to the winners’ enclosure for the sixth time. This was the horse’s maiden two-year-old victory, and she subsequently went on to win the Nunthorpe Stakes at four years old. She was later retired to Littleton Stud. 7. Fujiyama Crest – 2/1 The BBC interrupted its traditional Grandstand coverage to broadcast the live action from Ascot as bookies slashed the odds for Dettori’s final mount, Fujiyama Crest. He set off as 2/1 favourite for the Gordon Carter Handicap, having started the day at 12/1. Nobody thought the horse would win, especially carrying the top weight of 10 stone, but he held off the fast-finishing Northern Fleet to seal Dettori’s place in the history books. Fujiyama Crest had a mixed career after winning this race, descending to claiming company after a few changes of stable. He was happily retired as the Dettori family pet.
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Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (TV Series 1993–1998) - IMDb IMDb Doctor Strange Confirmed to Appear in ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ 7 hours ago 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 The trials and adventures of a female doctor in a small wild west town. Creator: Bolstered by the long-awaited arrival of the railroad, the citizens of Colorado Springs busily prepare for the biggest social event in the town's history, the wedding of Dr. Mike and Sully. The first... 8.7 Robert E and Grace by a house in town. A leader of the KKK comes to town and causes trouble amongst the citizens. 8.7 Brian's dog Pup gets bitten by a rabid raccoon. Then Matthew's fiancée gives the dog water. She also gets bitten. 8.6 "No Small Parts" IMDb Exclusive: "Westworld" Star Thandie Newton Actress Thandie Newton has been nominated for a Golden Globe Award for her performance as Maeve in the HBO's " Westworld ." What other significant parts has she played over the years? Visit IMDb's Golden Globes section for red-carpet photos, videos, and more. a list of 34 titles created 03 Apr 2012 a list of 31 titles created 03 Apr 2013 a list of 34 titles created 05 Apr 2013 a list of 27 images created 01 Jun 2014 a list of 31 titles created 6 months ago Title: Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (1993–1998) 6.7/10 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. Won 1 Golden Globe. Another 15 wins & 43 nominations. See more awards » Photos Edit Storyline The fifth daughter of a wealthy Boston physician, Michaela Quinn defies the conventions of post-Civil War society by following in her father's footsteps. After his death, 'Dr. Mike' leaves Boston and moves to the frontier town of Colorado Springs, where she finds the citizens less than thrilled by the concept of a woman doctor. While she struggles to earn their trust, Mike's life is complicated by a growing relationship with mountain man Byron Sully, and the unexpected responsibility of raising three orphaned children. Written by Marg Baskin <marg@asd.raytheon.ca> 1 January 1993 (USA) See more » Also Known As: Docteur Quinn, femme médecin See more » Filming Locations: Did You Know? Trivia Jane Seymour, Joe Lando, Chad Allen and Shawn Toovey, in their DVD commentaries, all expressed interest in a future "Dr. Quinn" project. Only Allen declined to reprise his role in the two movies that continued the series after its cancellation. See more » Goofs Mr Bray's store doors change from having windows to solid wood and back to having windows. See more » Quotes Dr. Michaela 'Mike' Quinn : You can't close your heart and give up on people. When you shut down the door, no one can get in. (United Kingdom) – See all my reviews Despite being such a simple series, It is probably one of the best for that reason. The 'EastEnders' of nowadays is becoming way too stereotypical and predictable that this masterpiece of a series has a somewhat timelessness to it. I mean, I'm a 16 year old, and I'M ADDICTED TO IT! The acting is of a high standard and there is no part of it I can deem as typical. The best thing is, that if you miss a few episodes and pick it up from a random episode, it still makes sense and you still enjoy watching it. It's not like one of those series that if you miss one episode, you don't really understand what's going on in all the episodes following it. That is why this series is so viewer-friendly. I don't know about you, but I'm considering buying the entire box-set! 27 of 28 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you? Yes
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Doctor Who | Wiki | Everipedia You can edit something on the page right now! Register today, it's fast and free. Doctor Who (as of 2015, Steven Moffat and Brian Minchin) Camera setup 25 minutes (1963–84, 1986–89) 45 minutes (1985, 2005–present) Specials: 23 November 1963 (1963-11-23) – 6 December 1989 (1989-12-06) Television film: 26 March 2005 (2005-03-26) – present Chronology Doctor Who at the BBC Doctor Who is a British science-fiction television programme produced by the BBC since 1963. The programme depicts the adventures of the Doctor , a Time Lord —a space and time-travelling humanoid alien . He explores the universe in his TARDIS , a sentient time-travelling space ship. Its exterior appears as a blue British police box , which was a common sight in Britain in 1963 when the series first aired. Accompanied by companions , the Doctor combats a variety of foes , while working to save civilisations and help people in need. The show is a significant part of British popular culture , [2] and elsewhere it has become a cult television favourite . The show has influenced generations of British television professionals, many of whom grew up watching the series. [3] The programme originally ran from 1963 to 1989. There was an unsuccessful attempt to revive regular production in 1996 with a backdoor pilot , in the form of a television film . The programme was relaunched in 2005 by Russell T Davies , who was showrunner and head writer for the first five years of its revival, produced in-house by BBC Wales in Cardiff . The first series of the 21st century featured Christopher Eccleston in the title role and was produced by the BBC. Doctor Who also spawned spin-offs in multiple media, including Torchwood (2006–2011) and The Sarah Jane Adventures (2007–2011), both created by Russell T Davies; K-9 (2009–2010); and a single pilot episode of K-9 and Company (1981). There also have been many spoofs and cultural references to the character in other media. Twelve actors have headlined the series as the Doctor. The transition from one actor to another is written into the plot of the show, as well as the differing approach to the role that each brings, under the concept of regeneration into a new incarnation . The show's premise is that this is a life process of Time Lords through which the character of the Doctor takes on a new body and, to some extent, new personality, which occurs after sustaining an injury which would be fatal to most other species. Each actor's portrayal differs, but they are all intended to be aspects of the same character and form part of the same storyline . The time-travelling nature of the plot means that, on occasion, different Doctors have met each other. Peter Capaldi took on the role after Matt Smith's exit in the 2013 Christmas special " The Time of the Doctor ". [4] Premise Doctor Who follows the adventures of the primary character, a rogue Time Lord from the planet Gallifrey , who simply goes by the name " The Doctor ". He fled from Gallifrey in a stolen Mark I Type 40 TARDIS – "Time and Relative Dimension in Space" – time machine which allows him to travel across time and space. The TARDIS has a "chameleon circuit" which normally allows the machine to take on the appearance of local objects as a disguise. However, the Doctor's TARDIS remains fixed as a blue British Police box due to a malfunction in the chameleon circuit. The Doctor rarely travels alone and often brings one or more companions to share these adventures. His companions are usually humans, as he has found a fascination with planet Earth. He often finds events that pique his curiosity as he tries to prevent evil forces from harming innocent people or changing history, using only his ingenuity and minimal resources, such as his versatile sonic screwdriver . As a Time Lord, the Doctor has the ability to regenerate when his body is mortally damaged, taking on a new appearance and personality. The Doctor has gained numerous reoccurring enemies during his travels, including the Daleks , the Cybermen , and the Master , another renegade Time Lord
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The Frank Loesser musical 'Guys & Dolls' is based on characters created by whom?
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Frank Loesser | American composer and lyricist | Britannica.com American composer and lyricist Alternative Title: Frank Henry Loesser Frank Loesser Burt Bacharach Frank Loesser, in full Frank Henry Loesser (born June 29, 1910, New York , N.Y., U.S.—died July 28, 1969, New York City ), American composer, librettist, and lyricist, who achieved major success writing for Broadway musicals, culminating in the 1962 Pulitzer Prize-winning How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Frank Loesser. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. Self-taught despite his piano-teacher father’s efforts to discourage his youthful interest in popular song, Loesser dropped out of the City College of New York and worked at various nonmusical jobs before becoming a music publisher’s staff lyricist in the late 1920s. Little of his work was published until “ I Wish I Were Twins ” (1934) was recorded by Fats Waller . In 1936 Loesser moved to Hollywood, where he became an accomplished lyricist, collaborating with Hoagy Carmichael on “ Small Fry ” and with Joseph J. Lilley on “ Jingle, Jangle, Jingle. ” Other composers for whom he wrote lyrics include Burton Lane, Jule Styne , Arthur Schwartz, Frederick Hollander, and Jimmy McHugh . Loesser’s first melody with lyrics was “ Praise the Lord and Pass the Ammunition, ” the first big hit song of World War II . During the war he wrote for soldier-produced shows at army camps and composed the official song of the infantry, “ What Do You Do in the Infantry? ” From 1947 Loesser enjoyed major successes on Broadway and in Hollywood, often with songs employing an urban postwar vernacular . His song “ On a Slow Boat to China ” was a leading hit of 1948. Where’s Charley? (1948), a musical comedy version of the farce Charley’s Aunt, and Guys and Dolls (1950), based on the stories of Damon Runyon , both received Tony Awards and were made into successful motion pictures (1952 and 1955, respectively). The Most Happy Fella (1956) contained elements of opera, but Loesser returned to his earlier formula in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. In Hollywood Loesser’s composing work included the score for the film Hans Christian Andersen (1952), starring Danny Kaye . The song “ Baby It’s Cold Outside ” won a 1949 Academy Award . Learn More in these related articles: in United States: The theatre ...of Damon Runyon and the bleak truthfulness of Harold Pinter. The one completely original American contribution to the stage, the musical theatre, blossomed in the 1940s and ’50s in the works of Frank Loesser (especially Guys and Dolls, which the critic Kenneth Tynan regarded as one of the greatest of American plays) but became heavy-handed and at the beginning of... 2 References found in Britannica Articles Assorted Reference Frank Loesser - Student Encyclopedia (Ages 11 and up) (1910-69). U.S. songwriter and playwright Frank Loesser ranks as one of the most successful songwriters for Broadway musicals. Among his best-known works are the songs for Guys and Dolls (1950) and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (1961), for which he won a Pulitzer prize for drama in 1962. Article History Corrections? Updates? Help us improve this article! Contact our editors with your feedback. MEDIA FOR: You have successfully emailed this. Error when sending the email. Try again later. Edit Mode Submit Tips For Editing We welcome suggested improvements to any of our articles. You can make it easier for us to review and, hopefully, publish your contribution by keeping a few points in mind. Encyclopædia Britannica articles are written in a neutral objective tone for a general audience. You may find it helpful to search within the site to see how similar or related subjects are covered. Any text you add should be original, not copied from other sources. At the bottom of the article, feel free to list any sources that support your changes, so that we can fully understand their context. (Internet URLs are the best.) Your contribution may be further edited by our staff, and its publication is subject to our final approval. Unfortunat
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The Life and Loves of a She-Devil (TV Mini-Series 1986) - IMDb The Life and Loves of a She-Devil 3h 49min Ruth has everything. A large, warty body, a standard house in the suburbs, two whiney children, a dog, a cat and a guinea pig. She also has Bobo, her unfaithful accountant husband who ... See full summary » Stars: a list of 95 titles created 25 Apr 2011 a list of 2110 titles created 12 Feb 2013 a list of 33 titles created 2 months ago a list of 1822 titles created 2 months ago a list of 28 titles created 2 months ago Title: The Life and Loves of a She-Devil (1986) 8.1/10 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. 5 wins & 7 nominations. See more awards » Photos Add Image Add an image Do you have any images for this title? A cunning and resourceful housewife vows revenge on her husband when he begins an affair with a wealthy romance novelist. Director: Susan Seidelman The Charmer (TV Mini-Series 1987) Drama A drama series set in 1930s Britain, detailing the exploits of Ralph Gorse, a conman, seducer and murderer. Stars: Nigel Havers, Bernard Hepton, Rosemary Leach The life and times of Quentin Crisp, an outrageous and flamboyant homosexual, coming of age and growing into old age in conservative England. Director: Jack Gold The British Raj: though their position seems secure, thoughtful English men and women know that "their" time in India is coming to an end. The story begins with an unjust arrest for rape, ... See full summary » Stars: Tim Pigott-Smith, Geraldine James, Wendy Morgan Sinbad and his crew intercept a homunculus carrying a golden tablet. Koura, the creator of the homunculus and practitioner of evil magic, wants the tablet back and pursues Sinbad. Meanwhile... See full summary » Director: Gordon Hessler The series followed the wavering relationship between two ex-lovers, Penny Warrender, a secretary for an advertising firm, and Vincent Pinner, an ex ice cream salesman turned turf ... See full summary » Stars: Paul Nicholas, Jan Francis, Sylvia Kay Edit Storyline Ruth has everything. A large, warty body, a standard house in the suburbs, two whiney children, a dog, a cat and a guinea pig. She also has Bobo, her unfaithful accountant husband who resents her very existence. Bobo wants, and is wanted by, Mary Fisher. Mary Fisher lives in a lighthouse by the sea and writes about love. When Bobo leaves Ruth for the novelist, she decides that Mary Fisher doesn't know the first thing about love. Ruth intends to teach her. Written by Renee Ann Byrd <byrdie@wyrdbyrd.org> 8 October 1986 (UK) See more » Filming Locations: Version of She-Devil (1989) See more » Soundtracks the best and darkest television has to offer 1 February 1999 | by smeth (United States) – See all my reviews This is some of the best story-telling and acting ever to be seen on the small screen(or the big screen for that matter). A drama with a lot of dark and dry humor. We identify with Ruth, the main character, so thoroughly that we cheer her on as she devises her retribution against her betraying husband and his perfect mistress. But as we watch Ruth take control of her life and we relish her complicated revenge, we become more and more disturbed by the extreme methods she uses. I don't remember when I've encountered another character who was so completely compelling and repelling at the same time. The movie is somewhat slow to start and slow paced, but every minute of this 6 hour mini-series is worth watching. Those of us who were prepared with a vcr are very lucky in that this will not be broadcast very often, nor is it a likely candidate to be released on video. 10 of 10 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you? Yes
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Paris | Greek mythology | Britannica.com Greek mythology Zeus Paris, ( Greek: “Defender”) also called Alexandros, in Greek legend , son of King Priam of Troy and his wife, Hecuba . A dream regarding his birth was interpreted as an evil portent, and he was consequently expelled from his family as an infant. Left for dead, he was either nursed by a bear or found by shepherds. He was raised as a shepherd, unknown to his parents. As a young man he entered a boxing contest at a Trojan festival, in which he defeated Priam’s other sons. After his identity was revealed, he was received home again by Priam. The “judgment of Paris,” Hermes leading Athena, Hera, and Aphrodite to Paris, detail of … Antikenabteilung, Staatliche Mussen zu Berlin—Preussischer Kulturbesitz The “judgment of Paris” was and continues to be a popular theme in art. According to legend , Paris, while he was still a shepherd, was chosen by Zeus to determine which of three goddesses was the most beautiful. Rejecting bribes of kingly power from Hera and military might from Athena , he chose Aphrodite and accepted her bribe to help him win the most beautiful woman alive. His seduction of Helen (the wife of Menelaus , king of Sparta) and refusal to return her was the cause of the Trojan War . During the war Paris seems to have had a secondary role: a good warrior but inferior to his brother Hector and to the Greek leaders whom he faced. Menelaus would have defeated Paris in single combat, but Aphrodite rescued him, and the war continued. The Judgment of Paris, tempera painting on canvas by Niklaus Manuel; … Öffentliche Kunstsammlung, Kunstmuseum Basel, Switz. Near the end of the war, Paris shot the arrow that, by Apollo’s help, caused the death of the hero Achilles . Paris himself, soon after, received a fatal wound from an arrow shot by the rival archer Philoctetes . Learn More in these related articles:
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PENELOPE, Greek Mythology Index Penelope and the Suitors (detail), by John William Waterhouse (1849-1917), English Pre-Raphaelite 1. Or Penelopê, or Pênelopeia, a daughter of Icarius and Periboea of Sparta (Hom. Od. i. 329; Apollod. iii. 10. § 6 ; comp. ICARIUS .) According to Didymus, Penelope was originally called Ameirace , Arnacia , or Arnaea , and Nauplius or her own parents are said to have cast her into the sea (Tzetz. ad Lyc. 792), where she was fed by sea-birds (pênelopes) from which she derived her name. (Eustath. ad Hom. p. 1422.) She was married to Odysseus , king of Ithaca, by whom she had an only child, Telemachus , who was yet an infant at the time when her husband went with the Greeks to Troy. (Od. xi. 447, xxi. 158.) During the long absence of Odysseus, she was beleaguered by numerous and importunate suitors, whom she deceived by declaring that she must finish a large shroud which she was making for Laërtes , her aged father-in-law, before she should make up her mind. During the day time she accordingly worked at the shroud, and in the night she undid the work of the day. (Od. xix. 149, &c., comp. ii. 121; Propert. ii. 9. 5.) By this means she succeeded in putting off the suitors. But at length her stratagem was betrayed by her servants; and when, in consequence, the faithful Penelope, who was pining and longing for her husband's return, was pressed more and more by the impatient suitors, Odysseus at length arrived in Ithaca, and as she recognised him by several signs, she heartily welcomed him, and the days of her grief and sorrow were at an end. (Od. xvii. 103, xxiii. 205, xxiv. 192; Eurip. Orest. 588 &c. ; Ov. Heroid. i. 83; Trist v. 14; Propert. iii. 12. 23, &c.; comp. ICARIUS and ODYSSEUS .) While the Homeric tradition describes Penelope as a most chaste and faithful wife, later writers charge her with the very opposite vices, and relate that by Hermes or by all the suitors together she became the mother of Pan . (Lycoph. 772; Schol. ad Herod. ii. 145; Cic. De Nat. Deor. iii. 22 ; comp. PAN .) Odysseus on his return for this reason repudiated her, whereupon she went to Sparta, and thence to Mantineia, where her tomb was shown in after times. (Paus. viii. 12. § 3.) According to another tradition, Penelope, with Telemachus and Telegonus , who had killed his father Odysseus, went to Aeaea, and there married Telegonus; whereas, according to others again, she married Telegonus in the islands of the Blessed. (Hygin. Fab. 127; Tzetz. ad Lycophr. 805.) 2. An Arcadian nymph, the mother of Pan . [See PENELOPEIA .] EXTERNAL LINKS
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What 2002 film, an adaptation of stage musical that explores the themes of 'celebrity' and 'scandal', starred Catherine Zeta-Jones, Rene Zellweger, and Richard Gere?
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Film-Film Based on True Story - Page5 | KASKUS 07-08-2008 01:47 Kandahar Kandahar (originally titled Safar-e Ghandehar ("Journey to Kandahar") and, alternatively, The Sun Behind the Moon) is a 2001 film by Iranian director Mohsen Makhmalbaf, set in Afghanistan during the rule of the Taliban. The film is based on a story (partly true, partly fictionalized) of a successful Afghan-Canadian (played by Nelofer Pazira) who returns to Afghanistan after receiving a letter from her sister, who was left behind when the family escaped, that she plans on committing suicide on the last solar eclipse of the millennium. Kandahar was filmed mostly in Iran, but also secretly in Afghanistan itself[citation needed]. Most people, including Nelofer Pazira, played themselves. The film premiered at the Cannes film festival of 2001, but didn't get much attention at first. After 9/11, however, it was widely shown. Kandahar won Makhmalbaf the Federico Fellini Prize from Unesco in 2001. source : wikipedia 07-08-2008 01:55 chicago Chicago is a 2002 musical film released by Miramax Films. First released in limited cities on December 27, 2002, Chicago opened in wide release on January 24, 2003. An adaptation of the satirical stage musical Chicago, the film explores the themes of celebrity and scandal in Jazz age Chicago. Directed and choreographed by Rob Marshall, and adapted for film by screenwriter Bill Condon, Chicago won six Academy Awards in 2003, including Best Picture. The film was the first musical film to win the Best Picture Oscar since Oliver! (1968). Chicago centers around Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart, two murderesses who find themselves on death row together in 1920s Chicago. Velma, a professional vaudevillian, and Roxie, a housewife with aspirations of being a star, fight for the fame that will keep them from the gallows. The film stars Catherine Zeta-Jones, Renée Zellweger, and Richard Gere, also featuring Queen Latifah, John C. Reilly, Christine Baranski, Lucy Liu, Taye Diggs, Colm Feore, and Mýa Harrison. The movie is based on the Kander and Ebb Broadway musical, Chicago, which was based on the Maurine Watkins play, Chicago, which was in turn based on the stories of two Jazz-era killers, Beulah Annan and Belva Gaertner. 07-08-2008 01:57 Monster Monster is a 2003 biographical-crime-drama-thriller about serial killer Aileen Wuornos, a former prostitute who was executed in 2002 for killing seven men in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Aileen Wuornos was played by Charlize Theron, and her lover Selby Wall was played by Christina Ricci (Wuornos' lover's name was actually Tyria Moore, but her character's name, age, and appearance in the film were changed for legal reasons). The film was written and directed by Patty Jenkins. Much of Theron's preparation for the role is credited to Nick Broomfield's 1992 documentary, Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer, of which Theron reportedly watched clips between takes.[citation needed] Theron won several Best Actress awards for her performance. source : wikipedia 07-08-2008 02:06 Raging Bull Raging Bull is a 1980 film directed by Martin Scorsese, adapted by Paul Schrader and Mardik Martin from the memoir Raging Bull: My Story. It stars Robert De Niro as Jake LaMotta, a temperamental and paranoid but tenacious boxer who alienates himself from his friends and family. Also featured in the film are Joe Pesci as Joey, La Motta's brother and manager, and Cathy Moriarty as his abused wife. The film features supporting roles from Nicholas Colasanto, Theresa Saldana, and Frank Vincent, who has starred in many films directed by Martin Scorsese. After receiving mixed initial reviews, it went on to garner a high critical reputation and is now widely regarded as one of the greatest movies ever made, along with the pair's other famed collaboration from that era, Taxi Driver (1976). It is one of three films that has been named to the National Film Registry in its first year of eligibility. Quote:Original Posted By La Grande Inter ► wah, info yang bagus om tiger... btw ini truestory juga yah ?? Om tiger, thre
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(Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley Songfacts Songfacts This was written by Kal Mann and Bernie Lowe for Elvis Presley's second feature film, Loving You. The song, backed with the film's title track, would top the pop charts the day before the movie's release, where it stayed for seven weeks. The songwriters took advantage of Elvis's accidental reputation as a teddy-bear lover after a false rumor of his penchant for the stuffed animals spread to his fans, who promptly flooded him with hordes of cuddly pals. The day after Christmas, he donated the collection of thousands to the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis. This song showed a side of The King that was more sweet than sexy, perhaps a bid to tone down his swivel-hipped invitation to sin that scandalized the censors of the time. The sitcom Full House occasionally featured this as a lullaby for the character Michelle, performed by Elvis fanatic Uncle Jesse (John Stamos) with Danny Tanner (Bob Saget) and Joey Gladstone (Dave Coulier). The guys later reunited as their characters on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and sang the song to comfort the host about his departure from the talk show. Aside from dominating the pop charts, this also topped the R&B Best Sellers List and the country charts. Country singer Tanya Tucker covered this for her Elvis tribute album It's Now or Never in 1994. ZZ Top also included it on their 30th anniversary album, XXX, in 1999. This was featured in the 1989 Jerry Lee Lewis biopic Great Balls of Fire!, starring Dennis Quaid in the title role, with Michael St. Gerard as Elvis. It was also used in the 1998 fantasy Pleasantville, starring Tobey Maguire and Reese Witherspoon.
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Netherlands | history - geography | Britannica.com Netherlands Alternative Titles: Holland, Kingdom of The Netherlands, Koninkrijk der Nederlanden, Nederland Netherlands National anthem of the Netherlands Official name Koninkrijk der Nederlanden (Kingdom of the Netherlands) Form of government constitutional monarchy with a parliament (States General) comprising two houses (Senate [75]; House of Representatives [150]) Head of state Literacy: percentage of population age 15 and over literate Male: (2009) 100% list of cities and towns in the Netherlands Netherlands, country located in northwestern Europe , also known as Holland. “Netherlands” means low-lying country; the name Holland (from Houtland, or “Wooded Land”) was originally given to one of the medieval cores of what later became the modern state and is still used for 2 of its 12 provinces (Noord-Holland and Zuid-Holland). A parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarch, the kingdom includes its former colonies in the Lesser Antilles: Aruba , Bonaire , Curaçao , Saba , Sint Eustatius , and Sint Maarten . The capital is Amsterdam and the seat of government The Hague . Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. Windmills at Kinderdijk, The Netherlands. © Travelpix—FPG International The country is indeed low-lying and remarkably flat, with large expanses of lakes, rivers, and canals. Some 2,500 square miles (6,500 square km) of the Netherlands consist of reclaimed land , the result of a process of careful water management dating back to medieval times. Along the coasts, land was reclaimed from the sea, and, in the interior, lakes and marshes were drained, especially alongside the many rivers. All this new land was turned into polders, usually surrounded by dikes. Initially, man power and horsepower were used to drain the land, but they were later replaced by windmills, such as the mill network at Kinderdijk-Elshout, now a UNESCO World Heritage site . The largest water-control schemes were carried out in the second half of the 19th century and in the 20th century, when steam pumps and, later, electric or diesel pumps came into use. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. Rembrandt van Rijn Despite government-encouraged emigration after World War II, which prompted some 500,000 persons to leave the country, the Netherlands is today one of the world’s most densely populated countries. Although the population as a whole is “graying” rapidly, with a high percentage over age 65, Amsterdam has remained one of the liveliest centres of international youth culture . There, perhaps more than anywhere else in the country, the Dutch tradition of social tolerance is readily encountered. Prostitution, “soft-drug” (marijuana and hashish) use, and euthanasia are all legal but carefully regulated in the Netherlands, which was also the first country to legalize same-sex marriage. Overview of Amsterdam. Contunico © ZDF Enterprises GmbH, Mainz This relative independence of outlook was evident as early as the 16th and 17th centuries, when the Dutch rejected monarchical controls and took a relatively enlightened view of other cultures , especially when they brought wealth and capital to the country’s trading centres. In that period Dutch merchant ships sailed the world and helped lay the foundations of a great trading country characterized by a vigorous spirit of enterprise. In later centuries, the Netherlands continued to have one of the most advanced economies in the world, despite the country’s modest size. The Dutch economy is open and generally internationalist in outlook. With Belgium and Luxembourg , the Netherlands is a member of the Benelux economic union , which in the 1950s and 1960s served as a model for the larger European Economic Community (EEC; now embedded in the European Union [EU]), of which the Benelux countries are members. The Netherlands is also a member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), and it plays host to a number of international organizations, especially in the legal sector, such as the Interna
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Port of Spain, capital city of Trinidad and Tobago All... Port of Spain, capital city of Trinidad and Tobago Port of Spain is the cultural and political heart of Trinidad and Tobago, stretching from the foothills of the Northern Range to the shores of the Gulf of Paria. Once a muddy little seaport, the city has grown to become one of the Caribbean's busiest commercial centers and a hub of artistic activity. The best way to explore the city is on foot. In the downtown area, start your visit at Independence Square, which is dissected by the Brian Lara Promenade. Locals playing chess under the shady trees are a common sight, and visitors can often catch a free street performance around the square in the afternoons. The promenade's western half is dominated by the International Waterfront Centre, one of the most ambitious construction projects sponsored by the former government. The complex includes a luxurious hotel, theater space, a waterfront park, shops and a large conference center. At the end of the promenade sits the Roman Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Built in 1832, the church is known for its beautiful stained-glass windows that tell the story of Trinidad's history in glorious colors and details. Beyond the cathedral lies the streets of the old Spanish town. The city is home to a handful of interesting museums. The most popular is the National Museum, situated at the Savannah district's southern end on Frederick Street. The vast permanent collection highlights the colonial history and recent past of the island. The highlight of the museum is the exhibition detailing the lives and work of the La Borde family who from 1969 to 1973 became the first Trinidadians to circle the globe in the Hummingbird, a small yacht. The family completed a second circumnavigation in the Hummingbird II, which is now on display next to the museum. The National Library is also worth a visit. Located at the corner of Abercromby and Hart Streets, the collection highlights West Indian works and provides a good introduction to the heritage of the island's people. The complex also includes a cinema and amphitheater. Another fascinating sight is the Museum of the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service. Located in the old police headquarters, the museum outlines the history of the service and is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. The city's largest green space is the Queen's Park Savannah. The park is often filled with kite-flyers, cricketers, picnickers and joggers in addition to vendors selling local treats like coconuts and oysters. The 260-acre park is over 180 years old, giving it the distinction of being the West Indies' oldest recreation grounds. Not far from the park is the recently renovated Emperor Valley Zoo, home to hundreds of animals, walking paths and a chic outdoor cafe. The nearby Botanical Gardens are home to some of the oldest trees and plants in the hemisphere, and more than 200 species of orchids grow on the lush grounds. The best time to visit Port of Spain is during Carnival, an extravagant celebration held in the days before Lent. Calypso competitions, parades, music performances and dances take over the city streets, and locals don elaborate costumes as they dance to soca and steel drum bands until the wee hours. Port of Spain Geographical Location Port of Spain is located to the north of Trinidad and Tobago facing the Caroni Swamp and Gulf of Paria. Although it is only the third largest city in Trinidad and Tobago, it is the most developed. The population of Port of Prince according to its last census in 2000 was 50,000 people. Port of Spain Language Although Spanish is spoken in Port of Spain, the official language is English. A Caribbean dialect of Hindi is also spoken in some areas as well as French and Chinese. Port of Spain Predominant Religion 26% Roman Catholic
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The Boeing Superfortress B-'what'-type of American aircraft that dropped atom bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945?
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Boeing B-29 Superfortress - Dropped the Atomic Bomb on Japan Tail #2-24638 identifies this as a Block B-29-40-BW, probably assigned to 497th, 498th, or 497th BG. B-29s in flight over desert group of people by B-29 Superfortress, mountains in background Boeing B-29 Superfortress 3,895 planes produced, entered service 1944. B-29 specs: top speed 365 MPH, 12 machine guns, max. bomb load 20,000 lbs. By Stephen Sherman , Sept. 2002. Updated April 20, 2012. What was the most expensive military project of World War Two? ... It wasn't the atom bomb (the Manhattan Project). It was the Boeing B-29 Superfortress. Cost? $3 billion, the most expensive weapon of World War II. Only used in the Pacific, to rain both conventional and atomic destruction on Japan's cities, the B-29 surely justified the cost of its development. Development As early as 1934, Boeing began working on several prototypes (Model 322, 333A, 333B, 334A, and 341) with features that ultimately came together in the B-29, among them: a pressurized cabin, tricycle landing gear, long range under heavy bomb loads, etc.. As the war in Europe boiled, the Army issued a specification for the Very Long Range (VLR) "super-bomber" in January 1940. It called for a speed of 400 MPH, a 5333 mile range, and a bomb load of 2000 pounds delivered at 2666 miles. With the work it had been doing, Boeing was at an advantage over the other competitors: Consolidated, Douglas, and Lockheed. Even before the prototype was built, the Army ordered a second one, and then in the wake of Pearl Harbor, ordered a thousand more. Boeing dedicated its Renton factory to the B-29; the Glenn Martin Company started production in Omaha. Model 345 To meet the specs of the VLR bomber noted above, Boeing designed the Model 345 - a four engine bomber with tricycle landing gear (folding into the huge engine nacelles), five gun turrets, and weighing almost 100,000 pounds. Submitted in May, 1940, the Model 345 won an Army to develop it into the XB-29 prototype. . By August, Douglas and Lockheed had dropped out, and the Army issued a contract to Consolidated for the XB-32, as a backup to Boeing's favored XB-29. During 1941, the Army increased its order, from three prototypes, to fourteen, then 250, and then (after Pearl Harbor) 1500. All before the first prototype had flown! With the country on a wartime footing, three other factories were drawn into B-29 production (in addition to Boeing's own Wichita, Kansas plant): Bell Aircraft's factory in Marietta, Georgia; Glenn Martin in Omaha; Boeing-Renton, and GM's Fisher Body plant in Cleveland. XB-29 Prototype The XB-29 had wings that were as small as possible, with large radial engines outside them. While crew space fore and aft had to be pressurized, the bomb bays (with their huge doors) could not be. To deal with this problem, Boeing linked the front and rear pressurized sections with a sealed tunnel. The relatively small wings meant low drag but also very high wing-loading, double the desirable limit of 1940. Four Wright Cyclone 3350 engines with two turbo-superchargers each were able to handle the challenge. Problems like preventing guns and propeller mechanisms from freezing at high altitudes abounded. A very strong ring section connected the two wings and separated the two bomb bays. At altitudes of 30,000 feet, manned gun turrets were impractical and Sperry developed retractable, periscopically directed, electrically powered turrets for the B-29. The normal crew of twelve included a pilot, co-pilot, bombardier, navigator, flight engineer, radio operator, radar operator, and five gunners. The first seven guys occupied the forward pressurized cabin. Four gunners were in the rear cabin, and the poor tail gunner was trapped in his own little pressurized pocket in the tail for the duration of the flight. Boeing test pilot Edmund T. "Eddie" Allen made the first XB-29 flight in September, 1942. In the next few months, the engines' tendency to catch fire severely limited test flight time. In 23 test flights, they went through 16 engines, in only 27 hours of flight time.
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Characters by Series - The World of Supermarionation The World of Supermarionation Merchandise The Characters This here is only the first page of the characters, it has to be seperated due to length. Page 2 | Page 3 This list is currently incomplete due to lack of information i've been able to find on certain characters. If anyone could please give me a little help on in depth details of certain characters from the missing series please contact me at bladez636@yahoo.com and I will add it to the list. I have none of the Books on Gerry Anderson with bigraphies of certain characters so I am unable to get any details on them. "Supercar" Included here are pictures of the characters in color to give you a good idea of what the color scheme of the character was meant to be. These pictures were colored by bart12345 and masterstarfox posted with their kind permission, along with a few colorized pictures of my own. Mike Mercury Michael Mercury Jr. (born November 22, 1930 in Lincoln, Nebraska) is the heroic Chief Test Pilot of Supercar. Mike loved flying from a very early age and had ample opportunity to study aircraft as his father was a pilot in the United States Air Force. Unfortunately, Mercury Senior was killed in the war and Mike's mother died soon afterwards in a car crash. To try and get over his loss, young Mike enlisted in the Air Force and attempted to put the tragedy behind him. He rose swiftly through the ranks becoming noted for his fearless flying and his daring exploits. During the 1950's he transferred to the fledgling Space Program and trained hard but he felt there was something missing. A meeting with a certain Professor Popkiss and Dr. Beaker in 1958 at the Air Force Base where he was stationed led to Mike resigning and joining the two scientists at their Nevada laboratory where he helped in the final stages of the design and construction of Supercar. Now he felt he would be able to help to do something to help people in trouble. In the little spare time that he has, he keeps up his interest in flying and tutors Jimmy Gibson. Mike’s puppet is later re-used for use in “Fireball XL5” in the episode “A Day in the Life of a Space General” as the mailman. The puppet is obscured behind a window, though can be positively identified by the length of the head. “Big Bang Comics” character Mike Merlin is named in honor of Mike Mercury. Mike’s voice was provided by Canadian actor Graydon Gould. Gould was born in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada in 1937. When he enrolled in an English drama school in 1957, his tutor immediately tried to eliminate his Canadian accent. He left the school within weeks. "I was determined to make out as a Canadian," he said. Gould is noted for his role of Chief Ranger George Keeley in the Canadian CBC/ITC children’s adventure TV series, “The Forest Rangers”. Gould also had small bit roles in notable films; in “Déjà vu” (1997) as Dana’s Father and “Mission Impossible” (1996) as Public Official. Professor Popkiss Professor Rudolph Popkiss (born October 30, 1902 in Budapest, Hungary) is the scientist team along with Dr. Beaker who created Supercar. Although Professor Popkiss was born in Hungary, he is actually Swiss, his parents moved to Appenzell near the Austro-Swiss border when he was only a year old; it was there that his sister Heidi was born. In his youth he helped out a clockmaker by the name of Curt Gestler who taught him about delicate machinery. In 1931, he graduated from Geneva University with degrees in Electronics, Aviation and Rocketry and set up his own research complex. So dedicated was he to his work he never married or seemed to have a life away from his lab. Unfortunately, due to lack of funding he had to shut down his laboratory, and in 1929 he went to the USA to build a new laboratory in the Nevada Desert at Black Rock. The US Government consulted him frequently and he was able to help them in the war effort, although he refused to help out with the Manhattan Project (to build an H bomb). After the war he started to teach at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
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"Which artist, born in Leeuwarden in 1898, is famous for his optical illusions such as ""Ascending And Descending"", ""Convex and Concave"", and ""Metamorphosis I""?"
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1000+ images about M. C, Escher (1898-1972) on Pinterest | Mc escher, Optical illusion art and Wood engraving Pinterest • The world’s catalog of ideas M. C, Escher (1898-1972) Maurits Cornelis Escher, (1898-1972) usually referred to as M. C. Escher, was a Dutch graphic artist. He is known for his often mathematically inspired woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints. Wikipedia Born: June 17, 1898, Leeuwarden, Netherlands Died: March 27, 1972, Laren, Netherlands Nickname: Mauk Period: Modern art 186 Pins542 Followers
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Level 3 - General Knowledge 1000, - Memrise General Knowledge 1000 Ready to learn Ready to review Ignore words Check the boxes below to ignore/unignore words, then click save at the bottom. Ignored words will never appear in any learning session. Who wrote the Opera Madam Butterfly India What links - Goa - Kerula - Assam - Bihar George Orwell Eric Arthur Blaire was the real name of which author Shoemaker Names - Baker Cook obvious what did Cordwainer do China Which country do Sinologists study Barbara Stanwyck Rudy Stevens became famous under which name Grenadine Which non alcoholic cordial is made from pomegranates Dancing What is Orchesis - either professional or amateur Art of Horses Taken literally what should you see in a Hippodrome Alexander Dumas Who wrote the Man in the Iron Mask Hocus Pocus Which 1993 Disney film starred Bet Middler as a witch Louis Bleriot Who piloted the first flight across the English channel Dr No What was the first James Bond film Silence of the Lambs What 1991 film won best film Addis Ababa What was the capital of Ethiopia Medicine Aescapalious emblem staff snake Greek Roman god of what Motorcycle Racing Giacomo Agostini - 122 Grand Prix 15 world titles what sport Alaska What is the largest state in the USA Berlin Mexico London Led Deighton trilogy Game Set Match What 3 Capitals Woody Allen Alan Stuart Konigsberg famous as who Amnesty International Which human rights organisation founded 1961 got Nobel 1977 Nelson Mandela Whose autobiography was The long walk to Freedom Tutankamen tomb What was discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter Pluto Clyde Tonbaugh discovered what planet in 1930 Jackie Joyner-Kersey Who won the women's heptathlon at Seoul in 1988 Jayne Austin Who ran through the streets naked crying Eureka Johan Sebastian Bach Who composed the Brandeberg concertos .Full name Minnesota twins Who won the World Series in 1987 Your Holiness What is the correct term of address to the Pope Edinburgh In which city was Alexander Graham Bell born in 1847 Tchaikovsky Who composed the ballets Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker The Deaf AG Bell opened school in Boston in 1872 for Teachers of what Jack Benny Benjamin Kubelsky 1894 fame as what comedian Jonah In the Old Testament what book comes between Obadiah - Micah Mrs Doubtfire Robin Williams dressed in drag for which 1993 film Bishop Which chess piece could be a member of the church Blitzkrieg Which German word means lightning war used in WW2 Cabbage Broccoli belongs to what family of plants I. Kingdom Brunel Who designed the first Iron ship the Great Britain in 1845 Donald Campbell Whose boat Bluebird was recently raised from Coniston water Buick - Chrysler in 1951 which (of two) car companies introduced power steering Joseph Heller Who wrote Catch 22 (both names) Netherlands Which country set up the world’s first chemistry lab in 1650 Chess World Champs What links the names Botvinik Chrysanthemum What is the national flower of Japan Hit Gong Bombardier Billy Wells was seen on many Rank films - why Bordeaux Where in France do claret wines come from Logarithms What did mathematician John Napier invent in 1614 IBM FORTRAN
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According to the Old Testament, which place is the source of the river that divides into four other rivers - the Pishon, Gihon, Tigris and Euphrates?
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The Rivers of the Garden of Eden The Lost Rivers of the Garden of Eden The quest for pinpointing the exact location of the Biblical Garden of Eden and the four rivers almost rivals the quest for the location of fabled Atlantis. And the theories that abound are almost as numerous as the interpretations of the seven days of Genesis. Before tackling this question let's review what is written in Genesis about the four rivers: And a river went out of Eden to water the garden; and from thence it was parted, and became into four heads. The name of the first is Pison: that is it which compasseth the whole land of Havilah, where there is gold; And the gold of that land is good: there is bdellium and the onyx stone. And the name of the second river is Gihon: the same is it that compasseth the whole land of Ethiopia. And the name of the third river is Hiddekel: that is it which goeth toward the east of Assyria. And the fourth river is Euphrates. (Genesis 2:10-14 KJV) The Bible says that a single river flowed "out" of Eden and then does something that most rivers DO NOT do; specifically, split into four separate "heads" or rivers that flowed downstream, all fed from a common single river source. Almost all rivers start from a single source or are fed by multiple sources (tributaries). For example, the Ohio River actually begins where two rivers (the Monongahela and Allegheny) flow together at Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. The Ohio River terminates when it flows into the Mississippi river as one of that river's many tributaries. So the names of rivers are an arbitrary thing, usually denoting only a portion of a greater complex stream system, with one stream flowing into another, which in-turn, may flow into yet another. This pattern of rivers, as observed in nature, is just the opposite of what the Bible describes about the river of Eden. For that reason, nobody has been able to look at modern maps of the regions mentioned in Genesis and figure out exactly where the Garden of Eden was, at least by the present topography of the lands of the Middle East. Only one river of the four, the Euphrates, is known by the same name in modern times. It presently originates in the mountains of Turkey and terminates when it merges with the Tigris River near the Iraq/Kuwait border region. Many have speculated that the Tigris is the river Hiddekel. This has led to speculation that the Garden of Eden was located somewhere in Turkey. This is assumed because the present headwaters of the Euphrates River originate in Turkey, as do the headwaters of the Tigris. Others have proposed that the other end of the Euphrates River, where it meets the Tigris, may be the true location. This requires interpreting the Tigris river as one of the other three (the Hiddekel), then interpreting a tributary confluence of rivers as a river head, and then locating at least two more rivers (or old river beds) as the other missing two. Having done so, they then claim that the Garden of Eden was near present day Kuwait. This is a convenient solution, but not one supported by the literal wording of the Bible or the geological and geographical realities of what river "head" means, i.e. headwaters or source of origin. You will notice that the present day headwaters of both the Tigris and Euphrates rivers originate in Tuekey very close to each other in mountainous terrain. Logically, one would assume that if two of the rivers started there, the other two must have done so, as well, if Turkey was the location of Eden. Neither the Pison nor Gihon rivers are ever mentioned again in the Bible. However, the Hiddekel River is: "And in the four and twentieth day of the first month, as I was by the side of the great river, which is Hiddekel;" (Daniel 10:4 KJV) This reference by the prophet Daniel comes from a vision he had while with the children of Israel during the Babylonian Captivity . This would put Daniel somewhere in the area of present-day Iraq and would make the presen
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Destruction Of Nineveh | Assyrian Empire | Bible Prophecy The Destruction Of Nineveh by David Padfield The city of Nineveh, the ancient capital of the Assyrian Empire, was destroyed in 612 B.C. The fall of that great city was not a matter of chance, but rather a fulfillment of Bible prophecy. Nineveh was established by Nimrod, "the mighty hunter" (Gen. 10:8-10). It served as the capitol of the Assyrian Empire for many years. For years skeptics questioned the existence of the city since it could not be found. However, British archeologist A. H. Layard excavated the site in 1845-1854. He unearthed the great palace of King Sargon along with a library of over 22,000 cuneiform documents. King Sargon was mentioned by Isaiah the prophet (Isa. 20:1). "In Sennacherib's day the wall around Nineveh was 40 to 50 feet high. It extended for 4 kilometers along the Tigris River and for 13 kilometers around the inner city. The city wall had 15 main gates, 5 of which have been excavated. Each of the gates was guarded by stone bull statues. Both inside and outside the walls, Sennacherib created parks, a botanical garden, and a zoo. He built a water-system containing the oldest aqueduct in history at Jerwan, across the Gomel River." (Nelson's Bible Dictionary, p. 760). The prophet Jonah had gone to Nineveh and preached, saying, "Yet forty days, and Nineveh shall be overthrown!" (Jonah 3:4). The record tells us "the people of Nineveh believed God, proclaimed a fast, and put on sackcloth, from the greatest to the least of them" (Jonah 3:5). In response to one of the greatest stories of repentance in history, "God saw their works, that they turned from their evil way; and God relented from the disaster that He had said He would bring upon them, and He did not do it" (Jonah 3:10). The Assyrian Empire began a quest for world domination under Tiglath-pileser III in 745 B.C. He invaded northern Israel and deported some of the inhabitants to the region around Nineveh. Sargon II completed the siege of Samaria that had been started by Shalmaneser V in 722 B.C. Later, Sennacherib shut up King Hezekiah in Jerusalem "as a bird in a cage." Ashurbanipal led a campaign into Egypt and caused the downfall of Thebes (called No-amon in Nahum 3:8). The Assyrian Empire was known for its cruelty. "Judged from the vaunting inscriptions of her kings, no power more useless, more savage, more terrible, ever cast its gigantic shadow on the page of history as it passed on the way to ruin. The kings of Assyria tormented the miserable world. They exult to record how 'space failed for corpses'; how unsparing a destroyer is their goddess Ishtar; how they flung away the bodies of soldiers like so much clay; how they made pyramids of human heads; how they burned cities; how they filled populous lands with death and devastation; how they reddened broad deserts with carnage of warriors; how they scattered whole countries with the corpses of their defenders as with chaff; how they impaled 'heaps of men' on stakes, and strewed the mountains and choked rivers with dead bones; how they cut off the hands of kings and nailed them on the walls, and left their bodies to rot with bears and dogs on the entrance gates of cities; how they employed nations of captives in making brick in fetters; how they cut down warriors like weeds, or smote them like wild beasts in the forests, and covered pillars with the flayed skins of rival monarchs." (Farrar, The Minor Prophets, pp. 147,148). The prophet Nahum predicted the destruction of Nineveh in the book that bears his name. The following items were to be a part of the destruction of that great city: An "overflowing flood" would "make an utter end of its place" (Nah. 1:8) Nineveh would be destroyed while her inhabitants were "drunken like drunkards" (Nah. 1:10) Nineveh would be unprotected because "fire shall devour the bars of your gates" (Nah. 3:13) Nineveh would never recover, for their "injury has no healing" (Nah. 3:19) The downfall of Nineveh would come with remarkable ease, like figs falling when the tree is shaken (Nah. 3:12) In 612 B.C.
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BBC ON THIS DAY | 6 | 1994: President and Queen open Chunnel About This Site | Text Only 1994: President and Queen open Chunnel The Queen and France's President Francois Mitterrand have formally opened the Channel Tunnel during two elaborate ceremonies in France and Britain. After travelling through the tunnel, which took eight years and billions of pounds to build, the Queen said it was one of the world's great technological achievements. The tunnel is the first land link between Britain and Europe since the last Ice Age about 8,000 years ago. The first leg of the Queen's journey took her from London's Waterloo station through the tunnel by high-speed Eurostar passenger train. She arrived at Calais at the same time as the President Mitterrand's train which had travelled from Paris' Gard du Nord via Lille. Nose to nose encounter The two locomotives met nose to nose - a computer that prevents two trains travelling on the same track was switched off for the occasion. The two heads of state cut red, white and blue ribbons simultaneously to the sound of their respective national anthems played by the band of the French Republican Guard. They were accompanied by their Prime Ministers John Major and Edouard Balladur and other government ministers to the Eurotunnel terminus. Passengers must wait Eurostar will not start carrying passengers until July at the earliest and private cars will have to wait until October. After lunch, the Queen and President Mitterrand took the royal Rolls-Royce on Le Shuttle for the 35-minute trip to Folkestone. There was a similar ribbon-cutting ceremony on English soil. Among those present were joint Eurotunnel chairmen Sir Alastair Morton and Andr� B�nard as well as Frenchman Philippe Cozette, who drilled the hole that first joined the two ends of the tunnel in December 1990. Behind today's celebrations lies the reality that the tunnel has run up huge debts. It cost �10bn to build, more than double the original forecast in 1987 - and there are serious doubts about its long-term financial viability. The two opening ceremonies In Context At first the Channel Tunnel looked like it was going to be a financial disaster. A year after the official opening, the tunnel operator Eurotunnel announced a loss of �925m, one of the biggest in UK corporate history at the time. To add to its woes, freight traffic was suspended for six months in 1996 after a fire broke out on a lorry in the tunnel. A scheme in which banks agreed to swap billions of pounds worth of loans for shares saved the tunnel from going under and in 1999, Eurotunnel was able to announce its first net profit - �64m. It still has huge debts - to the tune of �6.4bn in 2004. But it has become an accepted and popular mode of transport, not least among illegal immigrants trying to get into Britain from Europe. Tunnel facts
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London Visitor's Guide - The Millennium Bridge The Millennium Bridge The Millennium Bridge - Description: The Millennium Bridge is a steel suspension footbridge over the River Thames between Bankside and the City of London. It lies between Southwark Bridge to the east and Blackfriars Railway Bridge to the west and is a useful crossing point for those wishing to walk between Shakespeare's Globe Theatre or Tate Modern on the south bank of the river and St Paul's Cathedral to the north. The bridge is an elegant low-slung structure designed by Norman Foster and Antony Caro. The official title of the bridge is the London Millennium Footbridge but it was nicknamed the Wobbly Bridge because when it was opened in June 2000 people using it noticed a strange swaying motion from side to side - it became quite a sensation with local people who made special trips to try it out. After two days the bridge was closed and was not reopened until 2002 during which time modifications were made to damp down the effect. Today the bridge is a lovely route to take across the Thames although sadly it is now quite stable. The Millennium Bridge - Getting There: Nearest Underground Stations: Blackfriars (4 minute walk), Cannon Street (8 minute walk), St Paul's (8 minute walk) (click on a station to find other places to visit nearby)
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Which patron saint was believed to have lived on locusts and honey?
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School - Patron School Patron - ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST The Patron of the school ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST was the son of Zechariah and Elizabeth. His parents belonged to a priestly family; they both lived good lives in God's sight and obeyed fully all the Lord's laws and commands. They had no children, because Elizabeth could not have any and both were very old. Give to their intense devotion, in spite of old age, the Lord blessed them with a son, and they were asked to call him 'JOHN', which means - "Child of God". The child grew and developed in body and spirit in the desert where he lived like an angel. He was God's messenger. John moved in the desert baptizing and preaching. He wore clothes made of coarse camel's hair, with a leather belt round his waist, and his food was locusts and wild honey. He baptized Jesus, with the water of the river Jordan. He asked people to turn away from sin. He found many evil men in society and called them a generation of vipers. He told officials not to take bribes and asked the “haves” to part with some of their belongings to the “have-nots”. He even dared to tell the King it was unlawful for him to have his brother’s wife. He stood firmly for Truth and Justice and it was for these values that he was beheaded. Like the Patron, St. John the Baptist school stands up for TRUTH, JUSTICE & PEACE in all circumstances.
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Accounting's Patron Saint | AccountingWEB Accounting's Patron Saint Advertisement "The patron saint of accountants, bankers, bookkeepers, security guards and tax collectors is Saint Matthew of Apostle fame, and he also was the author of one of the Gospels. Before becoming an Apostle, however, he started out as a Jewish tax collector at Capernaum. Little is known about him, outside the seven references he has in the Gospels. In medieval art, Saint Matthew is represented under the symbol of a winged man, carrying in his hand a lance as a characteristic emblem - his artistic calling card if you will. He is one of the originals in the pantheon of patron saints." Okay, that's the official line. My nominee for the patron saint of accounting would be Cassandra from ancient Greek mythology (and not just because she's both smart and beautiful). She was the one who was condemned by Apollo to be able to see the future but have nobody believe her. She warned Paris that he was courting disaster when he went after Helen. She later warned the Trojans about the Greeks' horse statue, but do you think anyone listened? Honestly, do you sometimes feel that way? I thought so. I was accused of exceeding my mandate the other day because I recommended a strategic course of action. According to this person, my role as accountant is only to give the financial picture. I am supposed to tell people what the cost consequences of their decisions are, but not what to do. Now, I want to make it clear that this person is not my boss, nor did he represent a majority. Still, do you think he was right? As accountants, are we just supposed to analyze the situation and nothing more? Do we destroy our objectivity or independence if we make specific recommendations? If you see a solution to a financial problem, should you wait for others to fix it or should you step in boldly and argue for your vision? Or are we condemned, like Cassandra, not to be believed? Trending
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Which of the Brontë sisters wrote The Tenant of Wildfell Hall in 1848?
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The Tenant of Wildfell Hall: Reimagined - Julia - Wattpad The Tenant of Wildfell Hall: Reimagined 260 Reads 1 Vote 8 Part Story Read New Reading List *SPOILER ALERT* This fan fiction short story plays with Anne Brontë's second novel, The Tenant of Wildfell Hall (1848). Anne is the youngest of the Brontë sisters, and wrote under the psydenom "Acton Bell". This early feminist novel deals with various issues including: alcoholism; gender roles and relations; marriage and abusive relationships; piety; and, motherhood, amongst other themes and subjects. The novel is a lengthy letter from Gilbert Markham to his friend and brother-in-law about Helen Lawrence Huntington (alias: Helan Graham), whom is the mysterious tenant of WIldfell Hall. The bulk of the novel are entries from Helen's diary which narrate her falling in and out of love with her husband, Arthur Huntingdon, whom she is forced to leave in order to protect her son from his father's bad influence. Since my fan fic will be influenced by daily prompts I am not able to foresee where my story will go. My fan fic will be from Helen's point of view and be written in a similar sty...
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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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Who is Liam Fox? Meet the new Secretary of State for International Trade Who is Liam Fox? Meet the new Secretary of State for International Trade Liam Fox MP Here we look at who have been given jobs in Theresa May's new Cabinet . Liam Fox MP for Woodspring from 1992 to 2010 which then became North Somerset in 2010. New Job: Secretary of State for International Trade Old Job: Defence secretary (2010 to 2011) Dr Liam Fox Credit: Paul Grover for the Telegraph/Paul Grover for the Telegraph CV Educated at state school in Scotland Dr Fox later studied medicine at Glasgow University. He worked as a GP and a civilian army medical officer before becoming an MP in 1997. Dr Fox was an advisor to Micheal Howard in the early 1990s before becoming a Government whip. He held a number of shadow roles and was party chairman between 2003 to 2005, before becoming shadow secretary of state for defence. When the Conservatives formed a Coalition Government in 2010 he became the defence secretary until 2011, when he stepped down from the role amid controversy about his close friend Adam Werritty, who had allegedly introduced himself as an advisor. Previous political experience
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BBC News - Ed Miliband's shadow cabinet and ministerial teams Ed Miliband's shadow cabinet and ministerial teams Click on the faces for profiles Here are details of Ed Miliband's ministerial team following his October 2013 reshuffle. This page is no longer being updated. For latest, click here . ED MILIBAND - LABOUR LEADER The then 40-year-old beat older brother and former foreign secretary David to the Labour leadership in 2010 by the narrowest of margins, with the backing of the trade unions proving decisive. Attempted to shake-off his "Red Ed" tag by talking about the "squeezed middle" - but faced criticism the party lacked direction. He launched a two-year policy review and consultation exercise on "refounding" Labour as a more modern and inclusive party. He faced criticism his leadership lacked edge, but won support over his reaction to the phone-hacking scandal - and his decision to burn the party's bridges with Rupert Murdoch's media empire. The son of a Marxist intellectual and an MP since 2005, he was formerly an adviser to Gordon Brown. After entering Parliament, he enjoyed a rapid rise, becoming energy and climate change secretary in 2008. Married his long-term partner and mother of his two young children, Justine Thornton in 2011. ED BALLS - SHADOW CHANCELLOR As Gordon Brown's chief economic adviser, he was at the chancellor's side for many years. After being elected an MP in 2005, he quickly became a Treasury minister but had to deny accusations of briefing against Tony Blair. Later he became schools secretary and narrowly held on to his seat in the 2010 election after being targeted by the Tories. Came third in the Labour leadership contest and was named shadow home secretary, despite being tipped for shadow chancellor. His public calls for Labour to change its position on the deficit were widely seen as having lost him the job. However, following Alan Johnson's resignation in January 2011, Mr Balls, at the age of 44 , became shadow chancellor after all. Married to shadow cabinet colleague Yvette Cooper. YVETTE COOPER - SHADOW HOME SECRETARY AND MINISTER FOR WOMEN AND EQUALITIES Popular throughout the party, the then 42-year old got the most votes of any MP in the shadow cabinet elections. A former journalist with the Independent, she was marked out early on as a rising star after being elected in 1997. Two years later, at the age of 30, she became a minister - the youngest at the time. She rose quickly up the ministerial ladder, working in the Treasury before becoming work and pensions secretary. Was urged by some to run for the leadership but decided against it, saying it was not the right time. Another of those seen as a potential shadow chancellor, she was in fact appointed shadow foreign secretary in Ed Miliband's first front bench line-up, but moved to the home affairs brief after Alan Johnson's resignation. Married to Ed Balls - they are the first married couple to serve as cabinet ministers at the same time. They have three children. DOUGLAS ALEXANDER - SHADOW FOREIGN SECRETARY The former solicitor is one of only a handful of senior Labour figures who were close to both Tony Blair and Gordon Brown. Once Gordon Brown's speechwriter, he served as Scottish secretary and transport secretary under Tony Blair and international development secretary under Gordon Brown. Blamed by some for the election that never was in 2007 after urging Gordon Brown to call a snap poll. Aged 43 , he co-ordinated the 2010 Labour general election campaign. Backed David Miliband in the leadership contest, chairing his campaign. TRISTRAM HUNT - SHADOW EDUCATION SECRETARY Historian Tristram Hunt, MP for Stoke-on-Trent Central since 2010, was promoted from shadow minister to shadow education secretary in the October 2013 reshuffle. He replaced Stephen Twigg. Mr Hunt is best known as a regular newspaper columnist, broadcaster and history lecturer. After taking a first-class degree in history from Cambridge University, he served as an exchange fellow at the University of Chicago before returning to Cambridge to complete his doctora
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In 1968 Gary Sobers was the first cricketer to hit six sixes in an over. Who was the bowler?
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Video: When Sir Garry Sobers created history by hitting six sixes in an over First class cricket Video: When Sir Garry Sobers created history by hitting six sixes in an over On 31st August 1968, Sir Garry Sobers became the first cricketer to hit six sixes in an over in first class cricket. Video 31 Aug 2014, 15:56 IST Sir Garry Sobers made history when he smashed six sixes in an over in 1968 On 31st August 1968, West Indian great Sir Garfield Sobers became the first cricketer to smash six sixes in an over in first class cricket. The legendary cricketer achieved the feat in an English county match for Nottinghamshire against Glamorgan. The season was coming to a close and Sobers’s Nottingham was placed fifth when they played Glamorgan at St. Helen's in Swansea. As the captain of the side, Sobers was looking for some quick runs for declaration and the Malcolm Nash, who bowled medium-pace but was bowling spin that day to get Sobers out, became the prey. The left-hander blasted all six balls bowled by the then 23-year-old Nash beyond the boundary. "I wasn't bothered if I was out or not, all I was interested in was quick runs and a declaration,” Sobers later remarked, recalling the feat. The first two balls were heaved over mid-wicket followed by a straight six down the ground. The fourth ball was pulled towards square-leg with brutal force. "It was only then that I contemplated going for the six sixes," Sobers said. Notably, the fifth ball of the over was caught at long off, but the fielder Roger Davis couldn’t maintain his balance and landed beyond the boundary rope after taking the catch. With only one ball remaining, Nash decided he was done with spin and bowled seam up, but didn’t change his run-up. "I had him 'caught' off the fifth ball, but the only really bad ball I bowled was the last one. I tried to bowl a medium-paced seamer up in the blockhole. But I didn't change my run-up and that was a real mistake. It was a half-tracker and he whacked it out of the ground. It was the first ball I bowled all day that deserved to be hit for six," Nash later told the Telegraph . The sixth ball was on the shorter side and was easily put away by Sobers who accepted the applause of the packed crowd and also declared the innings. So powerful was Sobers’s last hit that the ball landed outside the stadium. It was picked in the street by an 11-year-old boy, who returned it to the West Indian great a couple of years later. Nash, who ended his carrer with 991 first-class wickets, is better remembered for this historic incident, something which he’s been asked about many a times. "People will remember what they chose to remember. 'I don't reflect on it ever as a bad thing. That moment is, of course, all to do with Garry Sobers, and not much to do with me," he says. Interestingly, Sobers himself doesn’t rate this achievement too highly. “It makes me feel that that's the only thing I've done in the history of cricket,” he later said in an interview. “It wasn't really good cricket, six sixes are not good cricket ... it's not the kind of cricket you want to teach youngsters.” This feat was later replicated by Ravi Shastri in a first-class match in 1985. Herschelle Gibbs became the first batsman to do this in international cricket in 2007 ODI World Cup, followed by Yuvraj Singh’s feat the same year in the T20 World Cup.
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Jos Buttler | England Cricket | Cricket Players and Officials | ESPN Cricinfo ODI # 3791 Profile Jos Buttler has helped bring England's limited-overs batting into the 21st century. His impact on the one-day and T20 sides has been extraordinary and, as of early 2016, he had England's three fastest one-day hundreds to his name - thrilling innings against New Zealand (Edgbaston), Sri Lanka (Lord's) and topping the list a 46-ball onslaught against Pakistan in Dubai. His attempts to forge a Test career have provided more troublesome and he lost his position in the side during the series against Pakistan in 2015-16 during a period where his keeping started to improve but his batting slip away. He had begun promising after making his debut in 2014 when Matt Prior succumbed to what would be a career-ending injury, scoring five half-centuries in his first eight Tests including 85 on debut against India at the Ageas Bowl. Buttler shot to prominence as a 19-year-old in the 2010 season for Somerset, especially in the one-day arena where his clear-minded and quick-footed aggressive batting helped him to 440 CB40 runs at 55.00. He made his first-class debut against Lancashire at Taunton in 2009 and became a regular in the County Championship from May 2010 - playing a part in Somerset's title challenge that season. He combined in particularly potent fashion with Kieron Pollard in Somerset's run to Twenty20 Finals Day in both 2010 and 2011, and impressed in the 2011 CB40 final, making 86 from 72 balls in Somerset's defeat to Surrey. He made his international debut in late 2011 and became a fixture of England's T20 side. His breakthrough innings came against South Africa at Edgbaston, with a blistering 32 off 10 balls. After a successful Lions tour of Sri Lanka in early 2012, Buttler was given his ODI debut against Pakistan in the UAE, though had to wait almost a year for his second cap, this time as wicketkeeper and when Ashley Giles took over as limited-overs coach one of his first key decision was to ditch Kieswetter for Buttler on a tour of India. With Kieswetter still preferred as Somerset's gloveman, it was that rivalry that caused Buttler to leave his beloved West Country and switch to Lancashire for the 2014 season. Lancashire saw him for 10 Championship matches, but it was soon apparent he would be making only fleeting visits in the future. England looked to him for impetus and increasingly he delivered, striking 99 against West Indies at North Sound - hitting a return catch to Ravi Rampaul in the final over - and kicking off the 2014 ODI summer with a first ODI hundred against Sri Lanka at Lord's as he led a failed England run chase virtually single handedly. When Prior became stricken by Achilles trouble, the selectors gambled by throwing him into the Test team. The fact he has not found that transition without its problems does not mean he will not return. ESPNcricinfo staff
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Perak and Perlis are both states of which South East Asian country?
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About Malaysia do you know how many states there are? 15. Selangor 16. Terengganu It also shares land borders with Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand and maritime borders with Vietnam and the Philippines. There are three main destinations in Malaysia, they are Peninsula Malaysia , Sabah and Sarawak which are both in East Malaysia. Malaysia’s main airport is the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) . It serves as the main gateway into the country. However, in addition to KLIA, there are also several international airports located around the country. They is the Langkawi International Airport , the Penang international airport, the Johor Bahru international airport, the Kota Kinabalu international airport and the Kuching international airport. About Malaysia - Background History Before the Second World War and before Malaysia achieved its independence in 1957, Peninsula Malaysia comprised of a Federation of several Malay states, unferderated Malay states and several Straits Settlements crown colonies. The Federated Malay States were Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang and Perak while Johor, Kedah, Kelantan Perlis and Terengganu make up the unfederated Malay states. The crown colonies during that period were the historical cities of Malacca, Penang Island and Singapore. Singapore was initially part of Malaysia but it was expelled in 1965. East Malaysia during the pre war period consisted of the North Borneo colony (Sabah) and the State of Sarawak that was owned and ruled by the “Brookes” family. After the Second World War, all these states were federated together to form the Federation of Malaya which later gained independence from the British in 1957. The lowering of the British Union Jack flag coincided with the simultaneous raising of the first Malaysian flag at midnight at Dataran Merdeka on 31st August 1957. About Malaysia – Climate Malaysia has an equatorial tropical climate. Basically it’s hot and wet all year round. From October to February, you have the north east monsoon which washes over East Malaysia and the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Flooding during this time of the year is a common occurrence. From April to October, you have the south west monsoon. The areas most affected by this monsoon rain include Kuala Lumpur and the southern region of Peninsula Malaysia . Even though, there is a lot of wet weather in this country, it is characterized by brief intense showers which ultimately give way to a bright and sunny afternoon. About Malaysia – Regions Peninsula Malaysia Peninsular Malaysia comprises of the entire Malay Peninsula that lies between Thailand and Singapore. It is divided into four (4) regions. The Central Region, Northern Region, East Coast Region and the Southern Region. It is home to the country’s capital Kuala Lumpur and the bulk of the country’s economic activity is also found here. Naturally with most of the economic activity centered on Peninsular Malaysia, the majority of the Malaysian population is also found in this part of the country. Comparatively, the west coast is more developed than the east coast of Peninsula Malaysia. Both the east coast and west coast of Peninsula Malaysia is separated geographically by a mountain range known as the Titiwangsa Mountains. About Malaysia - Central Region The central region comprises of: Kuala Lumpur Selangor Putrajaya This is the more developed part of Peninsular Malaysia with the states of Selangor, as well as two Federal Territories, Kuala Lumpur and Putra Jaya. Malaysia's capital city Kuala Lumpur and the new administrative centre of Putrajaya, are all located within this region. The majority of the Chinese population also reside in this region. About Malaysia - Northern Region The Northern Region is made up of the states of: Perak Penang (UNESCO World Cultural Heritage City) Kedah (UNESCO Global Geo Park) Perlis The Northern Region is the spotlight for unhurried leisurely pursuits. In this region is the world’s renowned Pangkor Laut Resort, the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage City of Georgetown, and Asia’s first UNESCO Global Geo Park,
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Strait of Johore | Infopedia Strait of Johore The road was named after Lieutenant Colonel Ronald Macpherson (b. 14 June 1817 - d. 6 December 1869), Lieutenant Governor ... ~ Location Map ~ ~ Related Pictures ~ Strait of Johor, or Johor Straits, is a waterway or strait, located north of Singapore, dividing mainland Peninsula Malaysia and Singapore, and marking the border between the two countries. A 1927 "Territorial Waters Agreement" specified an 'imaginary line' in the Johore Straits as an International boundary, but since 1994, a new boundary line has been drawn to help solve any future border disputes. There are no 'marker buoys' indicating the actual border line, as this deep waterway is also used as a shipping lane. History In 1775, Selat Tebrau is mentioned in A. de Mannevillette's 'Neptune Oriental' Map 49, and referred to as "The Old Straits" in a 1794 Thomas Jefferys Map, and in James Horsburgh's 1806 Chart. In J. B. Tassin's 1837 "Chart of the Singapore Strait" this water-way is indicated as "Old Straits of Singapore". The name Johor Strait did not come to use until the 1890s. It was also called the Tebrau Straits, as Terbrau is the nearest district town, South of Johore. A primitive people, called the Orang Seletar, roamed the northern creeks of Singapore along the present Johore Strait, until the 1850s when the area became more inhabited by other locals. Description It is 50 km long between the Republic of Singapore and the region of Johore at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. It is crossed by a rail and road causeway linking Johore Bharu in Malaysia with Woodlands in Singapore. The International Passageway This deep waterway is also used as a shipping lane. In colonial times, the British had their Naval Base at Sembawang on the strait, and on 2 December 1941, famous warships like the H. M. S. Prince of Wales and H. M. S. Repulse made a stopover here during World War II.. The Johor Straits has also witnessed many battle onslaughts between the British and Commonwealth Forces, against the Forces of the Imperial Japanese Army in the "Battle for Singapore", prior to Singapore's fall into Japanese hands. First Border Agreement In 1927, a "Territorial Waters Agreement" was made between the Straits Settlements and the Government of the State of Johor. This Treaty specified an 'imaginary line' in the Johor Straits as an International boundary between Johor and Singapore. Latest Border Agreement With the shifting of this deep water channel, and land reclamation on both Singapore and Johor, it would one day be difficult to determine the 'actual boundary' along certain stretches of the strait's' deep water channel, and it became imperative for both sides to review the 1927 "Territorial Waters Agreement" which specified the vague but valid 'imaginary line' as the border. Both countries then decided that a formal agreement on a definite, final boundary line, would solve 'border disputes' should they arise in future. To properly demarcate it, surveys began in the early 1980s. On 14 October 1994, after talks spanning 14 years between Malaysia and Singapore, and on their seventh meeting, the "Boundary Agreement" was finalised on the "Demarcation of the Boundary" in the Strait of Johor. This new boundary was drawn through precise co-ordinates based on the results of joint hydrographic surveys to determine territorial waters. So, any border disputes arising in future, can easily be resolved. As the strait is used for shipping, there are no 'marker buoys' that indicate the actual border line for safety reasons. Key Features This waterway has always been a natural boundary dividing Singapore and Malaysia. The first cross-country link over the Strait of Johor, between Singapore and Malaysia, is the Singapore-Johor Causeway located at the northern region of Singapore. Development of the Causeway began towards the end of 1919
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What are the 'Society of Friends' commonly called?
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Society of Friends - Quakers Society of Friends - Quakers General Information The Society of Friends, commonly called Quakers, is a body of Christians that originated in 17th century England under George Fox. In 1988 the society had 200,260 members, with heavy concentrations in the United States (109,000), East Africa (45,000) and Great Britain (18,000). Quakers unite in affirming the immediacy of Christ's teaching; they hold that believers receive divine guidance from an inward light, without the aid of intermediaries or external rites. Meetings for worship can be silent, without ritual or professional clergy, or programmed, in which a minister officiates. Although their antecedents lie in English Puritanism and in the Anabaptist movement, the Society of Friends was formed during the English Civil War. Around 1652, George Fox began preaching that since there was "that of God in every man," a formal church structure and educated ministry were unnecessary. His first converts spread their faith throughout England, denouncing what they saw as social and spiritual compromises and calling individuals to an inward experience of God. In spite of schism and persecution, the new movement expanded during the Puritan Commonwealth (1649 - 60) and after the restoration of the monarchy (1660). By openly defying restrictive legislation, Friends helped achieve passage of the Toleration Act of 1689. Text Font Face E-mail In colonial America, enclaves of Quakers existed in Rhode Island, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and western New Jersey. In Pennsylvania, founded by William Penn as a refuge for Quakers and as a "holy experiment" in religious toleration, Friends maintained an absolute majority in the assembly until 1755 and remained a potent force until the American Revolution. Between 1754 and 1776, Friends throughout America strengthened their commitment to pacifism and began to denounce slavery. After the Revolution, Friends concentrated on a wide variety of reform activities: Indian rights, prison reform, temperance, abolition, freedmen's rights, education, and the women's movement. In a conflict over theology that was complicated by social tensions, the Society underwent a series of schisms beginning in 1827 and ending with the formation of three major subgroups: Hicksites (liberal), Orthodox (evangelical), and Conservative (quietist). During the 20th century, however, Friends have attempted to heal their differences. Many yearly meetings have merged, and most Friends cooperate in organizations such as the Friends World Committee for Consultation and the Friends World Conferences. The rapid growth of pastoral Quakerism in Africa and of silent meetings in Europe makes the Society of Friends an international organization. The American Friends Service Committee is an independent service organization founded in 1917 to aid conscientious objectors. Today it also provides help to the needy in the United States and a number of Third World countries. J William Frost Bibliography H Barbour, and J W Frost, The Quakers (1988); T D Hamm, The Transformation of American Quakerism: Orthodox Friends, 1800 - 1907 (1988); E Russell, The History of Quakerism (1942). Religious Society of Friends General Information The Society of Friends (in full, Religious Society of Friends), is the designation of a body of Christians more commonly known as Quakers. Their fundamental belief is that divine revelation is immediate and individual; all persons may perceive the word of God in their soul, and Friends endeavor to heed it. Terming such revelation the "inward light," the "Christ within," or the "inner light," the first Friends identified this spirit with the Christ of history. They rejected a formal creed, worshiped on the basis of silence, and regarded every participant as a potential vessel for the word of God, instead of relying upon a special, paid clergy set apart from the rest. Beliefs Quakerism emphasizes human goodness because of a belief that something of God exists in everyone. At the same time, however, it recognizes the presence of human evil and w
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STAGEDOORArticles07/08 - Scottish Music Hall & Variety Theatre Society Scottish Music Hall & Variety Theatre Society Issue 81, July 2008 - Francie and Josie By Muriel Marshall "Francie and Josie" By Muriel Marshall. Once upon a time, during the glory days of Glasgow�s Alhambra Theatre, a young comic called Jimmy Logan was booked to star in the forthcoming �Five Past Eight� summer show. His co-star was a man who had been making a name for himself at the Citizen�s Theatre - Stanley Baxter. As �Five Past Eight� changed programmes every 3 weeks , Jimmy realised he would need lots and lots of fresh, new material for all the sketches, singles double-acts, front cloths etc which a top - class show of this type would require. Hired as staff writer to supply this torrent of merriment was a young comedian/scriptwriter called Stan Mars and one of his assignments was to come up with a belter of a sketch to open the second half of the programme and get the punters out of the bars. Stan got to scribbling and the result was "The Hameless Ones" --- two wee snotty - nosed street urchins who created havoc and mayhem for the local policeman (played wonderfully by Roy Kinnear). Fast forward a year to 1958. Logan was to repeat his success at the Kings, Edinburgh , so Stanley Baxter moved up into top spot and Rikki Fulton was hired as, what the Americans call, the second banana. Stan Mars was retained to write and play small parts and once again, was asked to provide a corker for the after interval spot. He decided his two wee boys from "The Hameless Ones" would now be grown up and he saw them as a pair of loveable layabouts, philosophising as they hung about the street corner, waiting for the �Buroo� to open. He even had names for them -- Francis McKenzie and Joseph Tierney -- �Francie and Josie� Not being sure Stanley Baxter would go for his new characters, he tried them out on his cousin Robert in the kitchen of his Mt. Florida home, the morning before he was due to pitch it. Robert gave F & J the thumbs up and, later that day, so did Stanley and it was he who decided how they would look - teddy boy suits, brothel-creeper shoes and wigs - dead gallus. I�m told Rikki was decidedly unconvinced and grumbled that, if the sketch didn�t go down well, he�d be considerably out of pocket having paid a tailor for a bright blue suit plus shelling out for shoes and a wig. As things turned out, he got his money�s worth from those props. Baxter was brilliant as Francie and Fulton, as the know-it-all Josie was born for the part. That year, �Five Past Eight� must have done a twenty one week season for, as well as all the other material he supplied, Stan wrote seven "Adventures of Francie and Josie". Each one opened with a single spotlight on their American pen-pal (played by Rikki�s wife, Ethel Scott) as she read out their latest letter to her mother - "Gee Mom, will you listen to this - Francis says "we wiz at a weddin� and the groom got bluttered an� chinned me wan, an� I goat stoor and glaur aw ower ma best simmet" Golly Mom I don�t get it- maybe it�s in that Gaelic they all talk over there". As she reads on, her spot dims, the lights go up on the main set and there stand Francie and Josie, posed and ready to spring into action for their next adventure. Fast forward again. It�s now 1963, Stan is in a pub with an old school chum who happens to work for STV. The talk turns to the good old Alhambra, "Remember the �Five Past Eight� shows - Logan - Baxter and Fulton as Francie and Josie. Boy- wouldn�t that make a great television series? If only it was always as easy as that! Before you could say �agent� it was up and running but by now Stanley Baxter was based in London and was a big time film star so - enter the marvellous Jack Milroy. Stan reworked six of the stage scripts, the show went to air and the rest is history. The following year, there was a second series of thirteen and then a further thirteen. In all Stan wrote thirty two TV shows. They were so successful, the tenement back- courts were d
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Which ancient European period came before the Iron Age?
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Iron Age - Ancient History, Civilizations World Map / World Ancient History / Iron Age Iron Age Iron Age is the period marked by the use of iron implements, tools, and weapons. Archeologists consider the Iron Age the period that immediately follows the Bronze Age. The Iron Age is the third era in archeologist Christian Anderson's three-age system. The advent of the Iron Age in Mesopotamia is dated around 1300 BC. As the use of iron spread to other parts of the world, the Iron Age started to dawn in other parts of the world. In India and Europe, for example, the start of the Iron Age is dated around 1200 BC while in parts of China it is believed to have started in 600 BC and in Japan as late as 100 BC. Iron Age Civilizations: The civilizations of the Near East were the earliest to reap the benefits of Iron Age. The development of Archaic Greece with the fall of the Bronze Age Mycenaean Civilization was an era of renewal in Greece. The Greek city-states, the polis were rebuilt and Athens, Sparta, Thebes, Corinth, and Halicarnassus were among the mightiest polis. Urbanization took on new dimensions with the construction of these cities. The Phoenician alphabet was adopted and the Mycenaean history was transformed into myths and legends for the generations to come. In Iran Zoroastrianism took roots during the Iron Ages. Zarathustra preached the influential doctrine amidst much political chaos. In India Iron Age lasted from about 1200 BC till around 26 BC. The earliest kingdoms of the subcontinent, the Mahajanapadas were culturally advanced societies. Then developed the Maurya and the Satavahana Empires in northern and central India and the Chola and Pandya Empires in the south. A high sense of cultural refinement marked the era. Art, architecture and literature flourished. In China the Chou Dynasty lost its power and might in the Iron Age. The smaller, fragmented kingdoms formed as a consequence entered an era of internal conflict and strife till the emergence of the mighty Ch'in Dynasty. The emperors of the Ch'in Dynasty took up territorial expansion and promotion of Chinese culture including philosophy and literature. Iron and Metal Works: The discovery of iron dates back to about 2000 BC. Iron artifacts dating back to the fifth millennium BC have been found in Iran by the archeologists. The earliest iron artifacts of Asia are those dating back to the third millennium BC. These were found in China. By the Middle Ages the use of wrought iron in manufacture of armors and armaments was a common practice. Its versatility and ease of procurement made iron a revolutionary metal. The easy availability of coal for the manufacture of iron and the strength of the metal itself made it very popular. By the time steel was manufactured, the use of iron was already a common feature of most world civilizations. Iron Age Literature: Language and literature saw a great deal of evolution in the Iron Age. The Bronze Age had seen the development of the earliest alphabets such as the Cuneiform and the Hieroglyphic scripts, the end of the Bronze Age and the early Iron Age saw texts such as the Vedas being written. The Iron Age saw a spurt in the growth of Chinese and Indian literature. Vedic literature such as the Vedanta and Upanishads were written; the Hebrew Bible is also a product of this age. Language grew ore complex and poetry grew in clout. Historic records started to be maintained. Language reflected the growing complexity of the cultural dimensions of the Iron Age civilizations.
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From the Romans to the Middle Ages - History of Vienna From the Roman Military Camp to the End of the First Millenary - History of Vienna Military camp Roman Vindobona Like many other cities of Continental Europe, Vienna originated in ancient Roman times. In the first century AD , the Romans set up a military camp, called Vindobona, which formed part of the large number of similar facilities along the Limes frontier. The camp was situated in what is today the core of the city. The course of the wall is reflected, to this day, in a series of very striking streets in the inner city. From the third century, there is evidence for a civilian settlement in the southeast, a little outside the camp. Much less is known about its layout and buildings, however, than about the camp. Neither of these facilities on the site of the present city had any significance within the ancient "cityscape" of Austria. The late 4th and 5th centuries began to see the dramatic decline not only of the Roman Empire in general but also of Vindobona in particular. Archaeological evidence provides information of a devastating fire in the storage area at the beginning of the 5th century. Settlement No written records have survived from the period between the 5th to 6th centuries and the 9th century to tell about the fate of this small settlement on the Danube. But research on the basis of archaeological and onomastic evidence suggests that we must assume that at least some "remainder settlement" continued to exist. The protection provided by the remnants of the ancient camp fortifications, which continued well into the 13th century, was made further use of. It may have been as early as the Carolingian period that the first churches were established in the area. Of course, it would be impossible to speak of a city or even urban structures, particularly in the light of the fact that the settlement, whose present name was first mentioned in 881, was to see turbulent times in the wake of the Magyar expansion, in the 9th and 10th centuries.
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Who produced the 1983 hit record Relax, by Frankie Goes To Hollywood?
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Frankie Goes To Hollywood – Relax (Maxi Extended Rework When U Wanna Come Edit) [1983 HQ] - YouTube Frankie Goes To Hollywood – Relax (Maxi Extended Rework When U Wanna Come Edit) [1983 HQ] 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 Frankie Goes To Hollywood – Relax (Maxi Extended Rework When U Wanna Come Edit) [1983 HQ] Follow LNTG : https://soundcloud.com/late-nite-tuff... English group, formed in Liverpool, UK in 1980; comprised William "Holly" Johnson (vocals - b.February 19, 1960), Paul Rutherford (vocals, keyboards - b.December 8, 1959), Brian Nash (guitar - b.May 20, 1963), Peter Gill (drums - b.March 8, 1964) and Mark O'Toole (bass - b.January 6, 1964). Following an appearance on Channel 4 TV show "The Tube" performing "Relax", the group were signed up by Trevor Horn and Paul Morley's new ZTT record label. With the benefit of Horn's production skills and Morley's off-the-wall marketing ideas, "Relax" came out in October 1983 and slowly but surely took off. It was already a top ten hit when, in January 1984, BBC Radio 1 DJ Mike Read suddenly realised what the song was actually about, leading to a total BBC ban on the disc. From this moment on, Frankie Goes To Hollywood became not just a pop group but a phenomenon. The record went to number one in the UK, and was a smash hit across Europe and even in the USA. "Frankie Says" T-shirts (some dreamt up by Morley, but far more the creations of small-time bootleggers) became the fashion statement of the year, and anticipation was at such a fever pitch that every subsequent FGTH release that year - two singles and a double-LP - went straight in at number one in their home country, an unprecedented achievement and a triumph for ZTT. Now established as huge stars in the UK and Europe (though like so many other "British invasion" acts they were doomed to One-hit Wonder status in the US), Frankie spent much of 1985 on tour before starting work on their second album, the Stephen Lipson-produced "Liverpool". Trailed by the popular single "Rage Hard", the album came out in October 1986... and flopped. It was the beginning of the end for Frankie Goes To Hollywood - six months later, Johnson announced he was leaving the band for a solo contract with MCA. In the subsequent high-profile legal battle, ZTT lost their claim of contract-breaking against Johnson, a ruling which effectively brought the curtain down on the label's golden age. Rutherford quit too, leaving a diminished group who subsequently disbanded without releasing anything. Category
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The Only #1 Song Recorded by a Father and Daughter - Neatorama Neatorama • 4 Neatorama presents a guest post from actor, comedian, and voiceover artist Eddie Deezen . Visit Eddie at his website . The #1 song on the very first singles chart published by Billboard magazine was "I'll Never Smile Again" by the Tommy Dorsey Band. The record featured a skinny, young lead vocalist named Frank Sinatra. The date was June 20, 1940. Frank's final charting hit was his cover of "The Theme from New York, New York." The record peaked at #32 in 1980. It made its last appearance on the Hot 100 chart on July 19, 1980, giving Frank an unbelievable chart span of 40 years -to the day! But now it was the middle of the '60s, and yes, while Frank Sinatra was definitely a show business power and legend, he had only one #1 hit during the rock era -that was "Strangers in the Night," which he'd recorded the previous year. "Something Stupid" was a love song written by C. Carson Parks in 1966. In fact, Parks himself had recorded the original version with his wife, Gaile. But it was a cover version of a year later that was destined to become the classic. The song was a collaboration of Frank Sinatra's producer, Jimmy Bowen, and his daughter Nancy's producer, Lee Hazelwood. Frank had originally brought the record to Hazelwood and played it for him, asking him if he liked it. Hazelwood replied that he loved it and "If you don't record it with Nancy, I will." "Okay, let's record it," replied Frank. "Book a studio." Not quite so fast. The executives at Frank's Reprise Record didn't quite cotton to the idea of a father and daughter singing an out-and-out love song to each other. It sounded kind of kinky at the time (even today, in this "anything goes" era we live in, a father-daughter love song is still somehow taboo). An executive at Reprise approached Frank and told him of their apprehensions and misgivings. Frank, famous for his explosive temper, did not get upset. He just blithely told the executive it would be okay and not to worry. "Something Stupid" was recorded by Frank and Nancy Sinatra on February 1, 1967. Bowen and Hazelwood were co-producers at the recording session, According to Bowen, "It took about four takes. It was one of those that went real smooth." It was included on Frank's album The World We Knew. Interestingly, the photo cover of the single doesn't look "fathery-daughtery" at all. If one just looks at the single's cover, one would assume it was Frank, the world-famous swinger, and one of his countless young babes he was so famous for. Frank and Nancy gaze at each other nose-to-nose and resemble two star-struck lovers, an older man and his enamored, beautiful, young paramour. But as one listens to the song, its actual charm comes through. One can almost hear the love and admiration Frank and his daughter have for each other. One listens to "Something Stupid" and is almost touched by the innocence of the record. "Something Stupid" hit the number one spot on the charts on April 15, 1967. It remained at the top spot for four weeks. Interestingly, it was only Frank's second gold record (as awarded the RIAA) and it was daughter Nancy's third. "Something Stupid" remains the only #1 song ever recorded by a father-daughter combination. Frank and Nancy did two followups to the song, neither as successful as their predecessor. Nancy continued to chart on the Hot 100 through 1969 as a solo artist. Frank Sinatra never returned to the Top 20 after "Something Stupid."
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In 1924, what did Grantland Rice collectively call Harry Stuhldreher, Don Miller, Jim Crowley and Elmer Layden, the name now a part of American sports lore?
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Uncle Mike's Musings: A Yankees Blog and More: October 18, 1924: The Four Horsemen and the Galloping Ghost This is mostly about sports, and then mostly about baseball. It will favor the New York Yankees, the New Jersey Devils, Rutgers University football, and the London soccer club Arsenal. You got a problem with that? Make your own blog. Saturday, October 18, 2014 October 18, 1924: The Four Horsemen and the Galloping Ghost October 18, 1924, 90 years ago: Two of the most iconic games in the history of college football are played. At the Polo Grounds in New York, the South Bend, Indiana-based University of Notre Dame beats Army -- the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York -- 13-7, led by their 4-man backfield: Quarterback Harry Stuhldreher, left halfback Jim Crowley, right halfback Don Miller and fullback Elmer Layden. Layden scored a touchdown in the 2nd quarter, Crowley in the 3rd. Army was favored to win, but there was precedent: Notre Dame had shocked them in 1913, with quarterback Gus Dorais and end Knute Rockne, for all intents and purposes, introducing the passing game to a wide audience, and making Notre Dame more than just what we would now call a "mid-major" Catholic school in the Midwest like DePaul or Marquette. Now, with Rockne as head coach, the Fighting Irish -- although Miller was of English descent, and Stuhldreher, German -- pulled off a much less surprising upset. George Strickler, a Notre Dame student, was what we now call a publicity director. At halftime, he mentioned Rudolph Valentino's 1921 silent film epic The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, (although that term comes from the Bible's Book of Revelation), in the press box. The great syndicated sports columnist Grantland Rice, based out of the New York Herald Tribune, ran with it, and wrote this opening paragraph, the most famous piece of sportswriting ever: Outlined against a blue-gray October sky, the Four Horsemen rode again. In dramatic lore their names are Death, Destruction, Pestilence, and Famine. But those are aliases. Their real names are: Stuhldreher, Crowley, Miller and Layden. They formed the crest of the South Bend cyclone before which another fighting Army team was swept over the precipice at the Polo Grounds this afternoon as 55,000 spectators peered down upon the bewildering panorama spread out upon the green plain below. They don't write 'em like that anymore: Not only was the 1920s, as Rice himself later billed it, the Golden Age of Sports, it was the golden age of sportswriting, with Rice joined by such men as Ring Lardner, Paul Gallico, Jimmy Cannon and Damon Runyon. To further plant the idea of the Four Horsemen in people's minds, the 4 of them were posted on horseback, wearing full uniforms and holding footballs. (But nobody ever asked Red Grange to pose as a ghost, or on a galloping horse.) From left to right: Miller, Layden, Crowley, Stuhldreher. A set of statues representing that photo is now at Notre Dame's Guglielmo Athletic Complex. Over their 3 seasons -- freshmen were not eligible to play varsity football at the time -- Notre Dame won 27 games and lost only 2, both away to Nebraska, plus a tie in an earlier game with Army. They won the 1924 National Championship, defeating Ernie Nevers' Stanford squad in the 1925 Rose Bowl, with Layden returning 2 interceptions for touchdowns. (Notre Dame would then refuse all bowl invitations until 1970 -- having been shamed into it because they refused to take on Texas for the National Championship in the previous year's Cotton Bowl.) None of the 4 was over 6 feet tall, and none weighed more than 162 pounds. But this was typical of football players of the Roaring Twenties. And no one today can question their toughness: In their 30 games together, they played in primitive protective equipment, played offense and defense, excelling on both sides, and played all 60 minutes with no substitutions. The line that protected them was nicknamed the "Seven Mules," to emphasize their crucial but less glamorous function. * How did the Four Horsemen do in the pros? Not especially well. P
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Soc unit 6 part 4 politics Flashcards - Course Hero Definitions Ulysses S. Grant U.S. president 1873-1877; military hero of the Civil War; led a corrupt administration consisting of friends and relatives Whiskey Ring During the Grant administration, a group of officials were importing whiskey and using their offices to avoid paying the taxes on it, cheating the treasury out of millions of dollars. "Waving the bloody shirt" The practice of reviving unpleasant memories from the past. Representative Ben F. Butler waved before the House a bloodstained nightshirt of a carpetbagger flogged by Klan members. Ku Klux Klan White-supremacist group formed by six former Confederate officers after the Civil War. Name is essentially Greek for "Circle of Friends". Group eventually turned to terrorist attacks on blacks. The original Klan was disbanded in 1869, but was later resurrected by white supremacists in 1915. Treaty of Washington-1871 Settled the Northern claims between the U.S. and Great Britain. Canada gave the U.S. permanent fishing rights to the St. Lawrence River. Liberal Republicans: Carl Schurz, Horace Greeley Liberal republicans; believed in civil service reform, opposed corruption, wanted lower tariffs, and were lenient toward the South Panic of 1873 was the start of the Long Depression, a severe nationwide economic depression in the United States that lasted until 1879. It was precipitated by the bankruptcy of the Philadelphia banking firm Jay Cooke & Company on September 18, 1873. The failure of the Jay Cooke bank, followed quickly by that of Henry Clews, set off a chain reaction of bank failures and temporarily closed the New York stock market Election of 1876: Candidates, Electoral Commission Samuel Tilden (D) Rutherford Hays(R); intensely fought and had a highly controversial outcome. The candidate who clearly won the popular vote, and who may have won the Electoral College tally, was denied victory. Amidst accusations of fraud and illicit deal-making, Rutherford B. Hayes triumphed over Samuel J. Tilden Compromise of 1877 An informal, unwritten deal that settled the disputed 1876 U.S. Presidential election. Through it, Republican Rutherford B. Hayes was awarded the White House over Democrat Samuel J. Tilden on the understanding that Hayes would remove the federal troops that were propping up Republican state governments in South Carolina, Florida and Louisiana Solid South Term applied to the one-party (Democrat) system of the South following the Civil War. For 100 years after the Civil War, the South voted Democrat in every presidential election Greenbacks Name given to paper money issued by the government during the Civil War, so called because the back side was printed with green ink. They were not redeemable for gold, but $300 million were issued anyway. Farmers hit by the depression wanted to inflate the notes to cover losses, but Grant vetoed an inflation bill and greenbacks were added to permanent circulation. In 1879 the federal government finally made greenbacks redeemable for gold Legal Tender cases The Supreme Court debated whether it was constitutional for the federal government to print paper money (greenbacks). Greenback-Labor Party 1874-1884. Mainly farmers. Its name referred to paper money, or "greenbacks," that had been issued during the American Civil War and afterward. The party opposed the shift from paper money back to a bullion coin-based monetary system because it believed that privately owned banks and corporations would then reacquire the power to define the value of products and labor. Conversely, they believed that government control of the monetary system would allow it to keep more currency in circulation, as it had in the war. This would better foster business and assist farmers by raising prices and making debts easier to pay Pendleton Civil Service Act 1883 - The first federal regulatory commission. Office holders would be assessed on a merit basis to be sure they were fit for duty. Brought about by the assassination of Garfield by an immigrant who was angry about being unable to get a
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Willo the Wisp (TV Series 1981– ) - IMDb IMDb Community LATEST HEADLINES 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 A series of 5 minute cartoons about a group of inhabitants of a forest. Willo the Wisp is a sprite formed from gas who narrates each story. Other characters included Evil Edna (a witch ... See full summary » Star: a list of 275 titles created 27 Feb 2011 a list of 89 titles created 11 Feb 2012 a list of 132 titles created 31 May 2013 a list of 2647 titles created 05 Jul 2013 a list of 39 titles created 29 Apr 2014 Title: Willo the Wisp (1981– ) 7.7/10 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. The Wombles (TV Series 1973) Animation | Family The misadventures of a fantasy folk community dedicated to cleaning up litter and put it to their own use. Stars: Bernard Cribbins, Dieter Hallervorden Popular British children's animation series, repeated almost constantly since 1971. Mr Benn is the ordinary, bowler-hatted office worker who lives in the ordinary suburban street of Festive... See full summary » Stars: Ray Brooks Children's animation from the 'Smallfilms' team of Postgate and Firmin. In the 'top, left hand corner of Wales' runs an archaic railway line staffed by such characters as Jones the Steam ... See full summary » Stars: Olwen Griffiths, Anthony Jackson, Oliver Postgate The misadventures of a little Peruvian bear living in London, UK. Stars: Michael Hordern, Joel Grey Danger Mouse, the greatest secret agent in the world, must follow Colonel K's orders (and try not to break Professor Squawkencluck's inventions) to foil Baron Greenback's and his henchman Stiletto's plans. Stars: David Jason, Terry Scott, Edward Kelsey The long running television series of the Grange Hill Comprehensive School, and the children's everyday lives. Stars: Stuart Organ, Gwyneth Powell, Lee Cornes The Trap Door (TV Series 1984) Animation | Adventure | Comedy 3D plasticine animation, featuring Berk, a blue creature who lives as servant to the unseen 'Thing Upstairs' in an old dark house. Every time the trap door opens a new adventure begins for ... See full summary » Stars: William Rushton The true story of Sherwood Forest is finally revealed: Robin was a cowardly tailor from Kensington, and Marian was the brains behind the Merry Men. With her ruthless band of freedom ... See full summary » Stars: Kate Lonergan, Adam Morris, Danny John-Jules 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.6/10 X A sequel, of sorts, to Camberwick Green but set in the larger, nearby town of Trumpton. Each episode opens with the town hall clock and ends with the fire brigade band playing. Every show tells the story of one of the townsfolk. Stars: Brian Cant In 17th century France, young Dogtanian travels to Paris to fulfill his ambition to become one of the King's Musketeers. He befriends Athos, Porthos and Aramis and falls in love with Juliette. A doggy version of the tale. Stars: Eduardo Jover, Gloria Cámara, Manuel Peiró A melancholic children's animation from the 'Smallfilms' team of Postgate and Firmin. Bagpuss and his friends are toys in a turn of the century shop for 'found things'. When young Emily ... See full summary » Stars: Oliver Postgate, Sandra Kerr, John Faulkner The Flumps (TV Series 1976) Animation | Family The adventures of a family of cute, furry creatures - The Flumps. Grandpa Flump, Ma and Pa Flump, their eldest son Perkin, daughter Posie and youngest son Pootle. Each episode contains fun songs and a story from the 'Big Book'. Stars: Gay Soper Edit Storyline A series of 5 minute cartoons about a group of inhabitants of a forest. Willo the Wisp is a sprite formed from gas who narrates each story. Other characters included Evil Edna (a witch shaped like a TV), Mavis (a rather overweight fairy), The Moog, The Argonauts (strange alien things that flew around in a mushro
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Amazon.com: Wallace & Gromit - The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (Full Screen Edition): Peter Sallis, Helena Bonham Carter, Ralph Fiennes, Peter Kay, Nicholas Smith, Liz Smith, John Thomson, Mark Gatiss, Vincent Ebrahim, Geraldine McEwan, Edward Kelsey, Dicken Ashworth, Nick Park, Steve Box, Carla Shelley, Bob Baker, Mark Burton, Tess Daulton: Movies & TV By Omnes on August 17, 2015 Format: DVD|Verified Purchase Important note to buyers: This product is a Region 2 DVD. Which means that to view it properly, the best solution would be to either buy a Region free DVD player or to download a free software called VLC player. A wonderful software which has allowed me to view on my computer or laptop movies from all over the world. After years of short feature episodes, Wallace and Gromit finally have their full-feature chance. A seventy-five minutes long episode. Them during a September week as their county is preparing for a yearly vegetable contest which their Ladyship, Lady Tottington, organizes every year on her propriety. A competition that stresses and brings out mayhem for the chief police of the region. For the villagers, the chance to prove to everyone who has the best crops. And with rodents around, only Wallace and Gromit, with their latest Anti-Pesto pest control services, can make sure no rabbits, raccoons, squirrels, and other animals shall endanger people's chances to win. Although this year, another form of creature has started to appear. One that only the full moon can awake. The Were-Rabbit. With the voice performances of Peter Sallis as Wallace, Helena Bonham Carter as Lady Tottington, and Ralph Fiennes as Victor Quartermaine, who's the Ladyship's fiancee and main antagonist of the story, "The Curse of the Were-Rabbit" offers a stellar and wonderful cast of voice actors. With the proper personality and voice tones for their roles, each offers the right empathy, sympathy, or scorn their characters deserve. Emotions that also go along for the villagers, who we get to meet for the first time. Acknowledging some of their selfish nature as that vegetable competition makes them lose common sense. As for Gromit, whom the creators have kept mute instead of pulling a "Tom-and-Jerry" stunt which would have killed the character, he still holds the same charm, common sense, wit, and courage from his short feature films. As for the movie, the movie absolutely does not drag. Its rhythm hops along nicely and offers quite a few wisecracking jokes and irony in its design, visual puns, and audio ones like a popular theme song from Art Garfunkel. Although Nick Park later stated that DreamWorks's suggestions were more obstructive than collaborative as they intruded with the show's humor and visual design (ex: Attempting to give Wallace a trendy car. As if that would make the movie more profitable!?). In the end, it was this conflicting atmosphere that broke their partnership. Nevertheless, Aardman managed to stick to their side and gave the same strong sense of humour and writing quality they've given to their movies. In its animation, the clay work is stunning. Different character designs, fluid animation, everyone and everything 'â especially rabbits â ' offers convincing body movements and clear facial expressions. As for the production design, I have to say the vegetables in that movie are stunning. So much that you'd think they're real and that you'd wish you could eat those crops. Again kudos for the crew on that movie which deserves its Oscar for Best Animated feature. At a time when they lost much valuable content to a fire just as the movie came out at the cinema. For its Audio, I have to say the Dolby 5.1 sound on the British DVD edition (Region 2) offers a better beat rather than in the American copy (Region 1). As to how and why this difference between the two versions, I don,t know. But personally, I prefer the British's sound version to the movie as it offers the proper terms the American one was lacking (ex: marrow instead of melon). Even better, the Region 2 DVD has all the Cracking Contraptions episodes. A serie
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Ferenc Gyurcsány, Prime minister • Biography & Facts Ferenc Gyurcsány Prime minister Ferenc Gyurcsány (Hungarian pronunciation: [ˈfɛrɛnts ˈɟurtʃaːɲ] (13px ); born 4 June 1961) is a Hungarian politician. He was the sixth Prime Minister of Hungary from 2004 to 2009.He was nominated to take that position on 25 August 2004 by the Hungarian Socialist Party (MSZP), after Péter Medgyessy resigned due to a conflict with the Socialist Party's coalition partner. Gyurcsány was elected Prime Minister on 29 September 2004 in a parliamentary vote (197 yes votes, 12 no votes, with most of the opposition in Parliament not voting). He led his coalition to victory in the parliamentary elections in 2006, securing another term as Prime Minister. His first rise to power was the result of a coalition conflict. His legitimacy was permanently questioned by opposition parties based on the fact that he withheld information about the actual budget deficit in his 2006 re-election campaign. He was also criticised for using derogatory terms for his own country in his speech in Balatonőszöd. After that speech leaked out, demonstrations started on the streets of Budapest where many people were injured, both demonstrators and policemen.On 24 February 2007, he was elected as the leader of the MSZP, taking 89% of the vote. On 21 March 2009 Gyurcsány announced his intention to resign as Prime Minister. He stated that he is a hindrance to further economic and social reforms. President László Sólyom stated that instead of a short term transational government ruling only until the 2010 elections, early elections should be held. On 28 March Gyurcsány resigned from his position as party chairman, he was the leader of MSZP between 2007–2009. A minister under Gyurcsány, Gordon Bajnai became the nominee of MSZP for the post of prime minister in March 2009 and he became Prime Minister on 14 April.
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Yulia Tymoshenko - Women's Political Communication Archives Yulia Tymoshenko Yulia Tymoshenko Yulia Volodymyrivna Tymoshenko served as the prime minister of Ukraine twice: January to September 2005 and again from December 2007 until March 2010. Tymoshenko was Ukraine’s first female prime minister. Tymoshenko was born on November 27, 1960, in Dnipropetrovsk, Ukrainian SSR (now Ukraine). Upon graduating from high school in 1979, she continued her education at Dnipropetrovsk State University. Her major was economics-cybernetics in the Department of Economics. In 1984, Tymoshenko graduated with distinction. She started to work as an engineer-economist at the Dnipropetrovsk machine-building plant, named after Lenin. From 1989 to 1991, Tymoshenko was a commercial director of the Dnipropetrovsk Youth Center "Terminal." From 1991, she was a CEO of the corporation "Ukrainskiy Benzin” (Ukrainian Gasoline). In 1995, Tymoshenko became the president of United Energy Systems of Ukraine (UESU). At the end of 1996, she became a candidate to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine (Supreme Rada of Ukraine). She received a majority of votes (92.3%) in her Bobrinsky Congressional District # 229, which is located in Kirovograd Region. In 1998, she served as the head of the Budget Strategic Committee of the Verkhovna Rada. During her work in this position, Tymoshenko developed projects regarding budget and taxation codes, a new system of pension and medical security, and a mechanism for paying off pension and salary debts. Tymoshenko, for the second time, became a representative of Verkhovna Rada, and, again, led the Budget Committee in the parliament. Under her leadership, legislation on taxation, social codes and pension reformations was developed. In 1999, Tymoshenko became the leader of All-Ukrainian Union "Fatherland". Also in 1999, she defended her thesis titled "National Regulations of the Taxation System" and became a candidate (equivalent to Ph.D.) of economic studies. Her scientific activity did not end there. Since, Tymoshenko has written more than 50 scientific papers. On December 30, 1999, Tymoshenko took the post of Vice Prime Minister on the issues of fuel and energy complex. During this period, Tymoshenko developed the "Energy Concept of Ukraine" and the anti-corruption program "Clean Energy." In January of 2001, Tymoshenko was dispatched from the position of Vice Prime Minister. On February 13, 2001 she was arrested and charged by the district attorney, which the public interpreted as a punishment for her democratic movement. In March, however, the Kiev City Pechersk Court found that the accusations were baseless and annulled the sanctions for the arrest. On February 9, 2001, Tymoshenko became an initiator of the Forum of National Salvation (FNS). This public union’s main objective was to get rid of Kuchma's (Communist Party) criminal regime. In November of 2001, the participants of the union decide to rename the FNS into the Yulia Tymoshenko Bloc. As the head of this party, Tymoshenko participated in the parliamentary elections. As the result of the elections, the Yulia Tymoshenko Bloc received more than 20 seats in the Verkhovna Rada. In September of 2002, Tymoshenko, as one of the parliamentary opposition leaders, headed the All-Ukrainian movement "Rebell, Ukraine!" This became the first serious strike of Ukrainian opposition and first action of public strike, during which there were a lot of street protests. In 2004, the Yulia Tymoshenko Bloc and the Viktor Yushchenko Bloc announced the creation of the coalition "People's Power" in order to support Victor Yushenko's presidential candidacy during the October 2004 election. In November, Tymoshenko became one of the leaders of the Orange Revolution, which secured Yushenko’s win in the presidential elections. On February 4th, 2005, the Verkhovna Rada declared Tymoshenko as the prime minister (head of government) with 373 votes. In September 2005, Tymoshenko left the position, as the result of an artificial political crisis, and Yuriy Yekhanurov was appointed acting prime
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History of Mexico - Mexico - HISTORY.com History of Mexico A+E Networks Introduction A country rich in history, tradition and culture, Mexico is made up of 31 states and one federal district. It is the third largest country in Latin America and has one of the largest populations—more than 100 million—making it the home of more Spanish speakers than any other nation in the world. Despite the political and social changes that have occurred over the centuries, evidence of past cultures and events are apparent everywhere in Mexico. Many of Mexico’s rural areas are still inhabited by indigenous people whose lifestyles are quite similar to those of their ancestors. In addition, many pre-Columbian ruins still exist throughout Mexico, including the ancient city of Teotihuacán and the Mayan pyramids at Chichén Itzá and Tulum. Reminders of the colonial past are evident in the architecture of towns like Taxco and Querétaro. History Early History The Olmecs, Mexico’s first known society, settled on the Gulf Coast near what is now Veracruz . Remembered for the giant head sculptures they carved from native stone, the Olmecs had two main population centers: San Lorenzo, which flourished from about 1200 to 900 B.C., and La Venta in Tabasco , which lasted until about 600 B.C. Did You Know? The three colors of Mexico’s flag hold deep significance for the country and its citizens: green represents hope and victory, white stands for the purity of Mexican ideals and red brings to mind the blood shed by the nation’s heroes. By 300 B.C., villages based on agriculture and hunting had sprung up throughout the southern half of Mexico . Monte Albán, home to the Zapotec people, had an estimated 10,000 inhabitants. Between 100 B.C. and 700 A.D., Teotihuacán, the largest pre-Columbian city in the Americas, was constructed near present-day Mexico City. The civilization that built it is also called Teotihuacán, and the influence of this culture can be seen throughout the Veracruz and Mayan regions. At its zenith, with a population estimated at 200,000, the civilization is thought to have controlled a large portion of southern Mexico. The empire of Teotihuacán was overthrown in the 7th century, but the spectacular city survives today. The Mayans, widely considered to be pre-Columbian America’s most brilliant civilization, thrived between approximately 250 and 900 A.D. They developed a calendar and writing system and built cities that functioned as hubs for the surrounding farming towns. The ceremonial center of Mayan cities featured plazas surrounded by tall temple pyramids and lower buildings called “palaces.” Religion played a central role in Mayan life, and altars were carved with significant dates, histories and elaborate human and divine figures. The Mayan civilization collapsed in the early 10th century, likely due to overpopulation and the resultant damage to the ecological balance. The Toltec civilization also influenced Mexico’s cultural history. Historians have determined that the Toltec people appeared in central Mexico near the 10th century and built the city of Tula, home to an estimated 30,000-40,000 people. Some have speculated that the Toltecs performed human sacrifices to appease the gods. One of their kings, Tezcatlipoca, is said to have ordered mass sacrifices of captured enemy warriors. Because many Toltec architectural and ritualistic influences can be found at the Mayan site of Chichén Itzá in northern Yucatán , many researchers believe that Toltec exiles fled to Yucatán and created a new version of Tula there. The Aztecs , the last of pre-Columbian Mexico’s great native civilizations, rose to prominence in the central valley of Mexico around 1427 by partnering with the Toltecs and Mayans. This triple alliance conquered smaller cultures to the east and west until the Aztec empire spanned Mexico from the Pacific Ocean to the Gulf Coast. At their height, the Aztecs ruled 5 million people via a tightly-structured system of self-supporting units called calpulli. Each unit had its own governing council, schools, army, temple and land bu
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TRIVIA - SPORTS TRIVIA - SPORTS TRIVIA HOME ` Fun sports trivia questions and answers - Ty Cobb, the Olympics, little league baseball, Boxing, Tennis, Cross Country Bike Racing What is the distance between bases on a little league baseball field? 60 feet. What college once had 22 members of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society on its football team? Dartmouth, in 1925. What was the first sport in which women were invited to compete at the Olympics? Tennis, at the 1900 games in Paris. Charlotte Cooper of Great Britain was the first gold medalist. What sport was the first to be filmed---and who filmed it? The sport was boxing; the man who did the filming, Thomas A. Edison; the year, 1894. Edison filmed a boxing match between Jack Cushing and Mike Leonard in a studio on the grounds of his laboratory complex in West Orange, New Jersey. How many home runs did baseball great Ty Cobb hit in the three world series in which he played? None. Sports trivia questions and answers about baseball, football, boxing, the Olympics, NBA, NFL, Deion Sanders... �@ What Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher hit a home run in his first major league at-bat--and never hit another? New York Giant knuckleballer Hoyt Wilhelm, in 1952. What baseball player hit the only home run of his 212-year major league career off his own brother? Joe Nickro in 1976. Nickro, a pitcher with the Houston Astros, hit a four-bagger off his brother Phil, who was pitching fro the Atlanta Braves. Houston won the game, 4-3. What 1921 sporting event took up all of the first 13 pages of The New York Times --except for a little space on the front page devoted to the formal end of World War I? The July 2nd heavyweight championship bout between Jack Dempsey and George Carpenter, the first fight to gross over $1 million in gate receipts. Dempsey won in a fourth-round knockout. In the National Football League, how many footballs is the home team required to provide for each game? 24--although from 8 to 12 are usually used. Brooks Robinson and Carl Yastrzemski hold the major league baseball record for playing the greatest number of seasons with the same team. How many years did they play-- and with what teams? 23 years. Third baseman Robinson played with the Baltimore Orioles from 1955 to 1977; Carl Yastrzemski, outfielder/first baseman, played with the Boston Red Sox from 1961 to 1983. Why is the site of a boxing match called a ring when it's square? Boxing rings were originally circular. In the very first Boston Marathon, 15 runners competed. How many finished? 10. How long is the average pool cue? 57 inches. Under the rules outlined in the charter of the International Olympic Committee, how much pure gold must there be in each gold medal awarded to first-place winners? At least 6 grams. Silver medals must be at least .925 sterling silver. What professional ice hockey star didn't hang up his skates until he was 52? Gordie Howe, who played in 1,687 games in the National Hockey League. What is the state sport of Alaska? Dog-mushing. Who was the first athlete to hit a major league home run and make a professional football touchdown in the same week? Jim Thorpe, in 1917. He did it a second time in 1919. Deion Sanders was the second athlete to accomplish the feat---70 years later in 1989. Who was the famous great-great-grandfather of San Francisco 49er quarterback Steve Young? Mormon leader Brigham Young. Who was the first professional athlete to win championship rings in two major sports? Gene Conley. He pitched for the Milwaukee Braves team that won the 1957 World Series, and was on the Boston Celtic teams that won National Basketball Association championships in 1959,1960 and 1961. How long and wide is the balance beam used in Olympic gymnastic competition? Length, 16 feet 3 inches; width, 4 inches. What sport besides football did famed fullback Jim Brown compete and excel in while he attended Syracuse University in the mid 1950s? Lacrosse. He made All-American. How much did a one-minute TV spot cost advertisers on the first Super Bowl broadcast in 1967? $85,000. How many of the four Grand Sl
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The Glossary of Common Viruses A Step by Step Guide for Starting Your Career as a Medical Coder The Glossary of Common Viruses A Astrovirus – Infection with this virus causes gastroenteritis in people, both children and adults. The infection is typically not severe but may sometimes lead to dehydration. C Chickenpox – This infection is caused by the varicella zoster virus. It is highly contagious, being spread through coughing, sneezing, or contact with secretions. The main noticeable symptom is a skin rash. D Dengue Virus – This virus is mosquito-borne and causes Dengue Fever. This illness occurs predominantly in the tropics and may be life-threatening. E Ebola – Infection with this virus can lead to hypovolemic shock due to coagulation problems caused by the virus. It is spread through body fluids, conjunctivae, and also orally. F Foot-and-mouth disease virus – This virus causes foot-and-mouth disease, a disease that spreads rapidly through certain animals but that is extremely rare in humans. Symptoms in humans can include fever, vomiting, malaise, and occasionally skin lesions. H Hepatitis A – The Hepatitis A virus causes the illness Hepatitis A. The virus is spread through feces-contaminated food and water. The illness itself is usually mild, with symptoms such as fever, nausea, abdominal discomfort, and malaise. Hepatitis B – This virus causes the disease Hepatitis B. This disease infects the liver and can lead to liver cirrhosis and even liver cancer. The virus is transmitted through infected blood or body fluids with infected blood. Hepatitis C – Hepatitis C infects the liver and is caused by the Hepatitis C virus. This virus is transmitted from person-to-person through contaminated blood. Herpes – Herpes is a group of several viruses that infect humans. Diseases caused by the herpes viruses include cold sores, genital herpes, chickenpox, and shingles. Herpes viruses are spread between people by way of body fluids, through the air, and through contaminated objects and surfaces. HIV – Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the virus that causes AIDS. The virus attacks the immune system, which eventually allows other diseases to infect and proliferate in the body. HIV can be spread through blood, semen, breast milk, and vaginal fluid. HPV Human Papilomavirus – The HPV virus is spread through sexual contact. There are hundreds of different strains of HPV, some of which cause no ill health effects. Other strains of the virus can cause genital warts and cancers of the cervix and vulva. I Influenza – Influenza is commonly known as the flu and is caused by influenza viruses. These viruses can be found in both animals and humans. The flu viruses are spread through humans by way of respiratory secretions. J Japanese Encephalitis – This is a mosquito-borne virus that produces the disease Japanese encephalitis. It can cause severe symptoms in humans but is not transmitted between them. M Measles – The measles virus is the cause of the disease measles. The virus only infects humans and is spread through respiratory secretions. Complications may occur and can include pneumonia, encephalitis, and even death. Mumps – The mumps virus causes the disease mumps in people. The disease is transmitted from person-to-person through respiratory secretions but is generally a self-limiting disease and is not fatal in most circumstances. N Naples Virus – This is a type of Phlebovirus that has been linked to disease in humans. The virus is transmitted through infected sandflies. P Parvovirus – Parvovirus B19 is a human parvovirus that causes a disease in humans called fifth disease. This disease occurs most often in children and is characterized by a rash. Other types of parvoviruses are common in animals and cannot be transmitted from animals to humans. R Rabies – The rabies virus causes a fatal disease in animals and humans. Transmission of the virus often occurs through the saliva of animals. Rubella – This virus causes the disease Rubella, and it also causes congenital rubella syndrome in developing fetuses and newborns. The rubella viru
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American Baking Down the Decades, 1910-1919 - Flourish - King Arthur Flour recipe: Mallow Bars The King Arthur Flour Company marks its 225th anniversary this year. And we’re celebrating by exploring some of America’s favorite recipes, decade by decade, starting in 1900. Join us on this fascinating stroll through American food history. The year: 1913. We’re in the second decade of the 20th century. What does America look like? Well, in March, Woodrow Wilson steps into the White House. He creates the Federal Reserve, and the first national income tax is instituted and collected. The New York World newspaper publishes the very first crossword puzzle, pleasing word addicts across the land. A rebuilt Grand Central Station opens in New York City, and immediately earns its sobriquet: it’s now the largest train station in the world. Civil War veterans gather in Gettysburg, PA for the 50th anniversary of that great battle. When they meet at the stone wall marking the spot where the Confederates’ advance was stopped, veterans from both sides shake hands and weep. Henry Ford invents the assembly line, and horsepower replaces “horse power” for good. Notice the chains on this King Arthur Flour delivery truck, though – many roads, even in Boston, remained unpaved. Camels, the first packaged cigarettes, are born. And so are Mallomars – which, from the point of view of all of us foodies, is a huge event. In fact, the entire decade sees enormous growth in both packaged foods and ingredients. Think Crisco shortening and Domino sugar. Jell-O, Marshmallow Fluff, and Kellogg’s Cornflakes. Hellmann’s mayonnaise, Ocean Spray cranberry sauce, and Prince spaghetti. None of these iconic American foods existed prior to 1910. The burgeoning packaged food industry urges American women to step away from the stove, and break the bonds of their grandmothers’ kitchens. Starting in 1912, women are introduced to a new concept: self-serve “groceries,” like the Memphis-based chain Piggly Wiggly, opened in 1916. There, they can peruse shelves of ready-to-eat treats: first Oreos (1912), Lorna Doones (1912), and Mallomars (1913); and later in the decade, Moon Pies (1917) and Hostess cupcakes (1919). Now, a century later, we’ve come full circle and want to bake our own Oreos , and Twix bars , and Hostess Twinkies . What baker worth his or her salt, having tasted “store bought,” doesn’t at one time or another think, “Hmmm, I’ll bet I could make those…” Which is exactly what I’ve been wanting to do for the longest time with Mallomars, those chocolate-covered marshmallow cookies introduced by Nabisco over 100 years ago, and beloved by cookie-lovers ever since – especially, apparently, those in the Northeast. So, where to begin? Let’s start at the bottom and work our way up. I make a simple crust by baking up a batch of our classic Shortbread . The recipe calls for two round pans, but I was experimenting, and used a 9″ round and 8″ square (which are equivalent in area – did you know that?) Going forward, I’d use a 9″ x 13″ pan . Next, the marshmallow filling. Our Homemade Marshmallows , enhanced with a good hit of vanilla, make (dare I say) a tastier filling than that in the original cookie. Spread the marshmallow atop the shortbread crust(s). Now at first, I imagine replicating Mallomars exactly, right down to their round, domed shape. But the whole process is rather… fussy. And as any of you who’ve been reading my posts for awhile know, I’m not blessed with the Martha Stewart gene; “fussy” and I don’t get along. Cutting the rounds with a biscuit cutter (lots of un-beautiful trimmings), trying to gently push the sticky marshmallow-topped cookies out of the cutter… Dipping the cookies in carefully tempered chocolate, in an attempt to replicate Mallomars’ thin, satiny chocolate “shell…” As you can see, I basically strike out, at least in the looks department. My clone (on the left) is bigger than the real Mallomar on the right, with more marshmallow; and it lacks the original’s distinct shape. I’m also not skilled enough at chocolate tempering. Check out these two c
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Who was the first woman to win an Academy Award Janet Gaynor - IT - 402 View Full Document Who was the first woman to win an Academy Award Janet Gaynor 1929 96 Where do they speak Malagasy Madagascar 97 What is a mud puppy American Salamander 98 You can ski on the piste but what other sport uses the term Fencing where the fight happens 99 Name Clint Eastwoods first film made in 1955 Francis in the Navy (1955) 100 What is the main flavouring in a Greek Tzataili sauce Garlic Page 127 This preview has intentionally blurred sections. Sign up to view the full version. View Full Document 10000 general knowledge questions and answers www.cartiaz.ro No Questions Quiz 64 Answers 1 What links Dr Spock Errol Flynn and Emperor Nero Olympics Rowing Boxing Chariot 2 In what series of books did The Empress of Blandings appear Jeeves and Wooster a pig 3 What colour is iridium Steel Grey 4 Who founded ASH ( Action on Smoking and Health ) in 1971 Royal College of Physicians 5 What organisation opposes ASH FOREST 6 Who was the 1958 Cha-Cha champion of Hong Kong Bruce Lee 7 Who directed the 1962 film Lawrence of Arabia David Lean 8 In mythology Romulus Remus suckled by a shewolf fed by what Woodpecker 9 In Gustav Holsts Planets suite what planet is missing Pluto not known then 10 If you went on the road to Mandalay what country are you in Miramar or Burma 11 Which cathedral has 4440 statues Milan 12 Tarom Airlines is the national carrier of which country Romania 13 What does an armadillo taste like Pork 14 In what French district do most of the best clarets come from Medoc 15 What was the first complete symphony to be recorded Beethoven's fifth 16 Thomas Minton at Stoke on Trent created what in 1789 The Willow Pattern 17 What European nation was the first to drink tea The Dutch 18 What's the worlds longest rail journey made no train change Moscow Peking 19 What was first built in the Place de Greve in 1792 The Guillotine 20 In what book does Humpty Dumpty first appear Through the looking Glass 21 Who was called The Man of Destiny Napoleon Bonaparte 22 19-19-19 who's vital statistics Olive Oyl 23 Name both families in Soap Tates Campbells 24 Where would you find a gemshorn On an Organ 25 The flower convallaria is better known as what Lily of the Valley 26 In what stage show does Frank N Furter appear The Rocky Horror Picture Show 27 Who invented the rocking chair Benjamin Franklin 28 Gerald Thomas directed what series of films Carry on Films 29 What did composer Berlioz originally study Medicine 30 Ocean is NOT recognised International Hydrographic Bureau Antarctic Ocean 31 In the Saint series of books what is Inspector Teal's full name Claude Eustace Teal 32 What is the most common Spanish surname Garcia 33 Pirates of Penzance 34 Aconite the poison is obtained from what plant Wolf's-bane 35 What culture introduced hats and crackers at Xmas season Ancient Rome 36 Chang 1st Wang 2nd what third most common Chinese name Li 37 What word is derived from the Arabic mawsim meaning season Monsoon 38 What's the other name for the statue of Egyptian god Harmachis The Sphinx 39 The French call it nature morte the Spanish bodegon what is it Still Life painting 40 This is the end of the preview. Sign up to access the rest of the document. TERM Kenyatta University IT 402 - Spring 2015 1 2 3 4 5 Sampling In Research What is research? According Webster (1985), to researc HYPO.docx
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Cambodia Flags Cambodia Flags Cambodia Flags The Cambodia flag reflects the spirit of its people with a depiction of Ankor Wat at its center. Cambodia Flags are fashioned with strong but lightweight nylon that dries quickly and flies beautifully in the slightest breeze. Flags are available in three varieties which include outdoor Cambodia flags, indoor flags and miniature flags. Carrot-Top’s flags are made with durable materials and are designed for long-term use in mild and moderate climates. For more information about our Cambodia Flags, click on an image below. 7 Item(s) 7 Item(s) Show The Cambodia flag was adopted in 1948 and readopted in 1993 after elections restored the monarchy. The flag used today is the same as that established in 1948 even though five other flags have been used since. The flag features three horizontal bands of blue, red and blue. The current flag showcases a depiction of Angkor Wat in the center. Angkor Wat is a temple complex and is the largest religious monument in the world. It was originally a Hindu temple built and gradually became a Buddhist temple in the 12th century. Cambodia, officially known as the Kingdom of Cambodia, is located in the southern section of the Indochina Peninsula in Southeast Asia. Cambodia is the 70th most populous country in the world with over 15 million people. The national flag of Cambodia for outdoor use is available in several sizes and feature a strong, heavy-weight canvas header. The indoor flags are designed with a lined pole sleeve and plush gold fringe. Our miniature 4”x6” Cambodia flags along with our Cambodia flag lapel pins make great gifts to share with others. Carrot-Top specializes in the highest quality World flags and American flags . Shop our flagpoles along with our indoor flagpole accessories and our outdoor flagpole accessories for items that will allow you to create the finest displays for your home, office, building, school or location. For greater assistance with any Carrot-Top item call (800) 628-3524 and speak with any of our customer service experts.
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Collection | Artists | The Scapegoat | The Pre-Raphaelite Gallery William Holman Hunt (1827 - 1910) The Scapegoat (1854-6) is a painting by William Holman Hunt which depicts the "scapegoat" described in the Book of Leviticus. On the Day of Atonement, a goat would have its horns wrapped with a red cloth - representing the sins of the community - and be driven off. He started painting on the shore of the Dead Sea, and continued in his studio in London. The work exists in two versions, a small version in brighter colours with a dark-haired goat and a rainbow, held by Manchester Art Gallery,[1] and a larger version in more muted tones with a light-haired goat held by the Lady Lever Art Gallery in Port Sunlight. Themes
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What name did the alchemists give to the hypothetical substance that would convert all base metals into gold?
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Alchemy - definition of alchemy by The Free Dictionary Alchemy - definition of alchemy by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/alchemy (ăl′kə-mē) n. 1. A medieval chemical philosophy having as its asserted aims the transmutation of base metals into gold, the discovery of the panacea, and the preparation of the elixir of longevity. 2. A seemingly magical power or process of transmuting: "He wondered by what alchemy it was changed, so that what sickened him one hour, maddened him with hunger the next" (Marjorie K. Rawlings). [Middle English alkamie, from Old French alquemie, from Medieval Latin alchymia, from Arabic al-kīmiyā' : al-, the + kīmiyā', chemistry (from Late Greek khēmeia, probably alteration of khumeia, from Greek khein, khu-, to pour; see gheu- in the Appendix of Indo-European roots (influenced, owing to the reputation of Egyptian alchemists, by Greek Khēmiā, Egypt, from Egyptian kmt, Egypt, from feminine of km, black, in reference to the black soil of the Nile valley)).] al·chem′i·cal (ăl-kĕm′ĭ-kəl), al·chem′ic adj. al·chem′i·cal·ly adv. alchemy (ˈælkəmɪ) n, pl -mies 1. (Alchemy) the pseudoscientific predecessor of chemistry that sought a method of transmuting base metals into gold, an elixir to prolong life indefinitely, a panacea or universal remedy, and an alkahest or universal solvent 2. a power like that of alchemy: her beauty had a potent alchemy. [C14 alkamye, via Old French from Medieval Latin alchimia, from Arabic al-kīmiyā', from al the + kīmiyā' transmutation, from Late Greek khēmeia the art of transmutation] alchemic, alˈchemical, ˌalchemˈistic adj (ˈæl kə mi) n., pl. -mies. 1. a form of chemistry and speculative philosophy of the Middle Ages that attempted to discover an elixir of life and a method for transmuting base metals into gold. 2. any seemingly magical process of transmuting ordinary materials into something of true merit. [1325–1375; Middle English alkamye < Old French alquemie < Medieval Latin alchymia < Arabic al the + kīmiyā' < Late Greek chēmeía,chymeía alchemy] al•chem′ic (-ˈkɛm ɪk) al•chem′i•cal, al`che•mis′tic, al`che•mis′ti•cal, adj. al•chem′i•cal•ly, adv. al·che·my (ăl′kə-mē) A medieval philosophy and early form of chemistry whose aims were the changing of common metals into gold, the discovery of a cure for all diseases, and the preparation of a potion that gives eternal youth. The imagined substance capable of turning other metals into gold was called the philosopher's stone. Did You Know? Because their goals were so unrealistic, and because they had so little success in achieving them, the practitioners of alchemy in the Middle Ages got a reputation as fakers and con artists. But this reputation is not fully deserved. While they never succeeded in turning lead into gold (one of their main goals), they did make discoveries that helped to shape modern chemistry. Alchemists discovered and purified a number of chemical elements, including mercury, sulfur, and arsenic. They invented early forms of some of the laboratory equipment used today, including beakers, crucibles, filters, and stirring rods. And they developed methods to separate mixtures and purify compounds by distillation and extraction that are still important. Alchemy
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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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Olympics 2008: Great Britain's 27 gold medal-winning Olympians reveal their hopes and dreams for the year ahead | Sport | The Guardian 'In 2009 I am determined to moisturise more' Great Britain's 27 gold medal-winning Olympians reveal their hopes and dreams for the year ahead Bradley Wiggins says he is not one for New Year's resolutions. Photograph: Nick Potts/PA Tuesday 30 December 2008 16.38 EST First published on Tuesday 30 December 2008 16.38 EST Athletics Christine Ohuruogu 400 metres 'I'd like to put aside more time for just watching TV. In the past couple of months things have got really hectic and you don't realise how much time you don't have to yourself. It is pretty hard to have to go back into full-time training so it is good to give yourself a chance to rest and chill out as well' Boxing James DeGale 69-75kg 'I'm going to try not to speed in my new Range Rover Sport. I'm training twice a day and it feels nice to be sweating again and have my heart pumping. I'm pleased to be back in the gym and I'm looking forward to my first professional fight in February' Cycling Victoria Pendleton Sprint 'I'm going to give myself time to chill out and do my nails – a bit more Vicky time, because I'm not very good at that at the moment. That's not necessarily because of the Olympics, it's just generally the type of person that I am. I never schedule in enough time for me to do the things I want to do' Bradley Wiggins Individual pursuit, Team pursuit 'I've nothing in mind at the moment. I never have had any. I think it's just a load of rubbish, to be honest. No one ever keeps up their New Year's resolutions' Ed Clancy Team pursuit 'I'm going to watch more TV. My coach is always getting on to me because a big part of our training is resting. The more time we can rest on the sofa when we're not training is obviously beneficial. I'm into my toys and I've got a few motorbikes and mountain bikes and I'm always a bit restless and running around, doing things' Paul Manning Team pursuit 'I don't really do New Year's resolutions. I just think it's best to get on with your life. I have retired from cycling and I am starting a new job in the New Year, working for the company building the velodrome for the 2012 Olympics – so that's my big change for the year. I am approaching it with a little bit of trepidation because it is such a change, but I still keep in touch with the guys from the cycling team' Geraint Thomas Team pursuit 'I'm just keen to get back to being a proper athlete – training and cycling and just doing what I do best. I'm heading out to my base in Tuscany, Italy, in January, where I live and race and train. Not such a bad life, is it?' Rebecca Romero Individual pursuit 'I'm going to get some new hobbies and interests, because I've committed the last 2½ years so intently to what I've been doing in sport. I've been saying for the last four years that I'm going to learn to speak Spanish properly because I'm half Spanish and I'd love to be able to speak it a bit better and get out and visit my family a bit more' Jason Kenny Team sprint 'I don't smoke, I don't drink too much and I don't need to go on a diet, so I'm really struggling to come up with a New Year's resolution. I suppose it couldn't do any harm if I did a bit more training' Jamie Staff Team sprint 'I have just bought myself an acoustic guitar so my resolution is to find the time out from training to practise playing the guitar and stick with it' Chris Hoy Team sprint, Keirin, Sprint 'It would be great to be able to find more time to spend with my friends and family – the last year has just been a blur' Nicole Cooke 'It may seem a little strange, but in 2009 I am determined to moisturise more' Rowing Zac Purchase Lightweight double sculls 'The same as every year, which is not to have a New Year's resolution. I just get on with it and when you want to do something just do it, no excuses, and if you want to quit something just quit it there and then – don't wait for January' Mark Hunter Lightweight double sculls 'I don't think I could give anything up because life is
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Jeopardy: Insatiable Edition Jeopardy Template 100 What is the USA (Complementing Great Britain that won a gold at every Summer Games.) Think outside Scandinavia. What is the only country that won a gold medal at every Winter Olympics? 100 What is 'Gone with the Wind'? Scarlett O'Hara Hamilton Kennedy Butler was the main character of this best-selling novel with this moving title. 100 Therapeutic Foot Cream helps heal dry, rough and cracked feet and heels. 100 Who is Robert Harold Ogle? He proposed the fraternity colors. 100 What is the Southern Ocean? The Southern Ocean is the 'newest' named ocean. It is recognized by the U.S. Board on Geographic Names as the body of water extending from the coast of Antarctica to the line of latitude at 60 degrees South. The boundaries of this ocean were proposed to the International Hydrographic Organization in 2000. Historically, there are four named oceans: the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, and Arctic. However, most countries - including the United States - now recognize this body of water as the fifth ocean. 200 What is US Basketball team at the Olympics, the original Dream Team? This statement was made by Chuck Daly. The 1992 team consisting of Larry Bird, Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson is often regarded as the greatest collection of talent on one team in basketball history. "If we lose, it will be the biggest upset in the history of sports." This was the modest statement of a coach in 1992, an Olympic year. Who is 'we'? 200 What is Achilles tendon! Pitt of course played the role of the warrior Achilles in the movie. During the production of the 2004 movie Troy, Brad Pitt suffered an injury of what body part? 200 A smartphone made by the Canadian company Research In Motion. 200 Who is Vertner W. Tandy? He designed the fraternity pin with this initials hidden inside. 200 What is Red Cross? The Red Crescent Movement is an international humanitarian movement with approximately 97 million volunteers, members and staff worldwide which was founded to protect human life and health, to ensure respect for all human beings, and to prevent and alleviate human suffering and is also known by this name. 300 What is the national sport of Japan? 300 What is 'Stomp the Yard'? Will Packer is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc and the producer of this movice 300 This is the third largest United States-based producer of socks, known for its colorful name. 300 Who is Moses Alvin Morrison? He didn't split the Red Sea, nor was he a chipmunk but he did serve as the first General President. 300 Who is Lance Armstrong? In 2012 Travis Tygart was chiefly instrumental in leading the expose of this, now fallen, athlete. 400 What is Fencing? In which Olympic sport do participants wear an electrically conductive jacket called a lamé to define the scoring areas? 400 What is a horse head? In “The Godfather,” what does Jack Wolz find in his bed when he wakes up? 400 What is Black & Decker An American manufacturer of power tools and accessories, hardware and home improvement products, and technology based fastening systems. 400 What is Louisville, KY? "L1C4" may serve as an unofficial motto of The Alpha Lambda chapter located in this U.S. city. 400 What is Holocaust Museum? In 2014, CNN reported that FBI and other law enforcement agencies send their trainees to what Washington, D.C. museum so they can see for themselves how not protecting civil liberties can lead to bigger horrors? 500 What is 'The Lord of the Rings' In 1992 British journalists Andrew Jennings and Vyv Simson wrote a controversial book about the International Olympic Committee chairman Juan Samaranch. Taking a cue from fantasy literature, what did they call it? 500 What is Biltmore Estate near Asheville, North Carolina? This location was chosen by Ridley Scott to signify the huge personal wealth of the character Mason Verger. It built by George Washington Vanderbilt II between 1888 and 1895 and occupies 175,000 square feet. Still owned by Vanderbilt's descendants, it stands today as one of the most prominent remaining examples of the Gild
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The Boston Strangler (1968) - 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 A series of brutal murders in Boston sparks a seemingly endless and increasingly complex manhunt. Director: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 41 titles created 07 Jan 2012 a list of 32 titles created 01 Jan 2016 a list of 26 titles created 03 Jan 2016 a list of 35 titles created 10 months ago a list of 22 titles created 4 days ago Title: The Boston Strangler (1968) 7.1/10 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. Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 2 nominations. See more awards » Photos Based on the real-life case of the British serial killer John Christie, and what happened to his neighbours Tim and Beryl Evans. Director: Richard Fleischer Two wealthy law-school students go on trial for murder in this version of the Leopold-Loeb case. Director: Richard Fleischer During the Korean War, Italian nurse Virna Lisi falls in love with two American fliers, Tony Curtis and George C. Scott. Lisi marries Curtis after he convinces her that Scott has been ... See full summary » Director: Norman Panama In 1943, in the wake of the Allied amphibious landing on the Japanese held Bougainville Island, four Marines are sent to scout the location of Japanese minefields. Director: Stuart Heisler Tony Curtis plays an Indian (Nicknamed "Chief" by other soldiers) who fights in WWII and helps to raise the flag at Iwo Jima. Director: Delbert Mann In November 1941, American news photographer Johnny 'Bugsy' Williams manages to escape from the Japanese and finds himself back in Burma where he meets the beautiful Miss Haoli Young. ... See full summary » Director: Henry Hathaway In New York City's Spanish Harlem, detectives Madigan and Bonaro are given 72 hours by their superior to capture a hoodlum wanted for homicide in Brooklyn. Director: Don Siegel Two escaped convicts chained together, white and black, must learn to get along in order to elude capture. Director: Stanley Kramer Studio publicist (Power) discovers Minnesota skating teacher (Henie) and takes her to Hollywood. She goes back to Minnesota but he follows her. Director: Sidney Lanfield In 13th-century Tangiers, regent Mustapha hires a paid assassin to kill baby Prince Hussein in order to usurp his throne but the assassin has second thoughts and steals the baby for himself. Director: Rudolph Maté Ronald Quayle escapes from prison. He was sent there for murdering his father, based on the testimony of his stepmother, Caroline. An explosion disfigures him, but plastic surgery gives him... See full summary » Director: Roy William Neill A young, determined sheriff and his posse chase a gang of murderous train robbers, and a kidnapped woman into New Mexico. Director: Earl Bellamy Edit Storyline Boston is being terrorized by a series of seemingly random murders of women. Based on the true story, the film follows the investigators path through several leads before introducing the Strangler as a character. It is seen almost exclusively from the point of view of the investigators who have very few clues to build a case upon. Written by John Vogel <jlvogel@comcast.net> See All (42) » Taglines: This is the true story of Albert DeSalvo, the self-confessed Boston Strangler, and of what he did to thirteen women and one city. See more » Genres: 16 October 1968 (USA) See more » Also Known As: Der Frauenmörder von Boston See more » Filming Locations: 4-Track Stereo (Westrex Recording System) Color: Robert Shaw was first choice for the George Kennedy part. See more » Goofs In the film it is assumed DeSalvo was guilty, and it portrays him as suffering from multiple personality disorder and committing the murders while in a psychotic state. DeSalvo was never diagnosed with, or even suspected of having that disorder. See m
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Murder She Said Reviews & Ratings - IMDb IMDb 36 out of 37 people found the following review useful: "They don't make them like that anymore!" from Poole, Dorset 14 October 2003 An elderly spinster called Miss Marple witnesses a man strangling a woman on a passing train. When nobody believes her she investigates the crime herself. Murder She Said marked the first big-screen appearance of Agatha Christie's Miss Marple. The script by David Pursall and Jack Seddon is based on the 1957 novel "4:50 From Paddington". It's success lead to three more equally entertaining films starring Margaret Rutherford. Agatha Christie liked Rutherford as an actress but thought that she was all wrong for the part. Indeed Rutherford is nothing like the Jane Marple that Joan Hickson would portray in the highly successful BBC series of the 1980's-90's, but she is a delight to watch as she makes the part entirely her own and earned herself a legion of fans. Incedentally, Hickson appears in this film in a minor role as the miserable housekeeper Mrs Kidder. A great supporting cast includes Muriel Pavlow, Arthur Kennedy and James Robertson Justice. Charles Tingwell plays the hapless Inspector Craddock who cannot bear Miss Marple interfering and solving his cases for him, a role which in which he is featured in all the entries in this series. Another regular in the series is Stringer Davis (Rutherford's real life husband) who plays the local librarian and her closest friend Mr Stringer. Director George Pollock worked steadily as an assistant director during the forties and fifties and during that time he learned at the feet of some of Britain's most acclaimed directors such as Thorold Dickinson on Gaslight (1940) and David Lean on Brief Encounter, Great Expectations (both 1945) and Oliver Twist (1948). After directing a few trivial comedies such as Village Of Daughters (1961), Pollock had an opportunity with the Marple films to show that he was a very good director investing the films with great British humour as well as intriguing mystery making them timeless entertainment. The films resembled the quota quickies of the 1950's, but they were done with a slightly higher budget, more professionalism and better production values. In addition, Ron Goodwin's music is splendid and the harpsichord laden theme tune would become familiar as it was used in all the other entries in this series. I don't think I would be going over the top to use a well worn phrase "they don't make them like that anymore". "4:50 From Paddington" has been filmed twice subsequently. In 1987 the BBC gave us a faithful but rather stodgy version starring Joan Hickson and ITV filmed it in 2004 as part of their new series of Miss Marple whodunits starring Geraldine McEwan. But the less said about these the better. Sequels: MURDER AT THE GALLOP (1963), MURDER MOST FOUL (1964) and MURDER AHOY (produced in 1964 but released in late 1965 to space out the series). Was the above review useful to you? 33 out of 34 people found the following review useful: Delightful depiction of Miss Jane Marple from Toronto, Canada 22 November 2004 So yes, Miss Agatha Christie herself did not quite care for Miss Margaret Rutherford in the role but Miss Rutherford made of the part her own in her own inimitable fashion even going to the extent of having her very own obedient side-kick, her real-life husband Stringer Davis, known as Jim Stringer in the series, inserted into it. She called the shots and kept the studio afloat. And what a series! This is the first in it and it evokes the era extraordinarily well, the quick murder and disposal of the body, the old country house, the many suspicious relatives and one of my favourites, James Robertson Justice heading up the entire clan. He even gets to propose to the lady herself, so impressed is he with her detecting. Add the requisite cute kid, Ronnie Raymond, an excellent bit part by Joan Hickson (the future Miss Marple in the excellent BBC series) and what faults are there to be found in this unique first film of four in the series. 8 out of 10. Incredibly enter
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Which 18th Century author wrote ‘Clarissa’ (or ‘The History of a Young Lady), said to be the longest novel in the English language?
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Clarissa Harlowe or the History of a Young Lady, the longest novel in the English language, all 9 volumes in a single file by Samuel Richardson on iBooks This book is available for download with iBooks on your Mac or iOS device, and with iTunes on your computer. Books can be read with iBooks on your Mac or iOS device. Description According to Wikipedia: "Samuel Richardson's Clarissa, or, the History of a Young Lady epistolary novel, published in 1748, tells the tragic story of a heroine whose quest for virtue is continually thwarted by her family. It is commonly cited as the longest novel in the English language." Richardson "was a major English 18th century writer best known for his three epistolary novels: Pamela: Or, Virtue Rewarded (1740), Clarissa: Or the History of a Young Lady (1748) and Sir Charles Grandison (1753). Richardson had been an established printer and publisher for most of his life when, at the age of 51, he wrote his first novel and immediately became one of the most popular and admired writers of his time." Customers Also Bought Print Length: 2139 Pages Language: English Requirements: To view this book, you must have an iOS device with iBooks 1.3.1 or later and iOS 4.3.3 or later, or a Mac with iBooks 1.0 or later and OS X 10.9 or later. Customer Ratings
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20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: Captain Nemo > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game | Big Fish Only $2.99 - use coupon NEW299 Customer Reviews 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: Captain Nemo 2.4 5 24 24 Tells the story as Verne wrote it, and holds your attention I know that it is a bit clunky, and that the translation suffers. But the storyline is there, straight from Verne, and you can get into the story. The HOS are pertinent to the story, and they do advance the plot. The visuals are great, specially under the ocean. It is kind of muted, for those who are addicted to real bright colors. And you do not get into the mood "another damned HOS", get on with the story already!" And you get to fight the Kraken! December 31, 2016 Lighten Up, People ... It's Not That Bad More often than not when a game gets horrible reviews and I try it, I like it. Conversely when a game gets rave reviews, I am left disappointed. Yes, this game has some translation flaws, but the hint system helps. You increase your hints by finding stars, which are fairly obvious. You can have a maximum of 6 hints, When you use hint number 6, a star will automatically pop up in the scene to replace the used hint. As far as getting around in the Nautilus, tIhere are highlighted arrows to click on so you know where to go. There is no guessing, or clicking 8 times down, 5 times to the right, as other annoying games make you do. The graphics are clear and bright and the hidden objects are not heaped on top of each other in what some call junk piles. There is no blood and guts, no vampires, no monsters -- so if that's your liking, stay away from this. I finished the trial and will purchase it, so I cannot comment on the length. If you want a "sit back and relax" game this will fit that bill. And when something gets lost in translation, just carry on. I hope this review will counteract some of the overstated mishaps of this game. No, it is not the best hidden object game, but it is far from the worst. At least give it a try. March 26, 2013 Legend Of The Steel Sea Monster! I played the entire demo and found this game to be entertaining enough to hold my interest. The tutorial does an excellent job and the hidden object scenes were a mixture of list finds and finding the object that matches the silhouetted shape. The scenes were different each time and some of the scenes required you to interact with the inventory such as finding and using scraps found in the sea to construct a raft. Mini games were available such as organizing books on the shelves to reflect a spectrum of colors from greens into blues. You could find hidden stars to recharge hints with a maximum of 6 and there were controls that allowed you to zoom in and scan the room for items. I actually liked this adventure aboard the Nautilus, enjoy! January 28, 2014 GOOD LIGHTHEARTED GAME WITH LOTS OF DIALOGUE When I first started to play the demo I wasn't sure if I was going to like it but about 10 minutes into the game I really enjoyed playing this game. You are on a mission to explore the Nautilus with Captian Nemo and his crew. You have to so a series of things leading up to the task. But the only downfall I have is that it is short. I wish the game was longer. December 9, 2013 Entertaining I was a nice game, not very hard to play. November 15, 2011 A Different Hidden Object Game The game itself was too short, and there didn't seem to be much of a challenge, it was too easy and over way to quickly for me. November 15, 2011 Passible Bought this for $2, but wish I hadn't. The game is ok but the left and right zoom is just annoying. The story wasn't that great. The different types of games is nice. Makes for a nice change of pace, but isn't enough really. February 16, 2012 Average all the way - but not the worst I have tried..... Despite the rating thought I'd give the trial a go. I agree with what has already been posted re the language & being forced to use hints to find something completely different to what you thought you were looking for. I also agree with many of the other comments re quality of graphics etc.
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gebze 101 Jeopardy Template Which creature was a threat to holiday makers in Jaws? 100 How many legs has a spider got? 100 Who painted the Mona Lisa? 100 In which city is Hollywood? 100 What is Turkish delight Invented by Haci Bekir Effendi at his Istanbul shop in 1777 what is the globally consumed 'lokum' more famously called? 200 what famous rapper appeared in the movie 8 mile? 200 which animal lays the biggest eggs 200 Who wrote Julius Caesar, Macbeth and Hamlet? 200 What's the name of the famous big clock in London? 200 What falling fruit supposedly inspired Isaac Newton to write the laws of gravity? 300 Which Tom played spy Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible? 300 What is the alternative common name for a Black Leopard? 300 What is Hula Hoop One of the most popular toys of all time is a plastic ring with a Hawaiian name. What is it? 300
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Italian Jeans, casuals and other clothing manufacturer. Italian Jeans, casuals and other clothing manufacturer. Italian Jeans, casuals and other clothing manufacturer. Sunday, May 31, 2009 Italian Jeans, casuals and other clothing manufacturer. Diesel S.p.A. is an Italian design company. It is best known for clothing aimed at the youth market, particularly jeans, but the brand can now be found on everything from male thongs to perfume. The company is owned by its founder Renzo Rosso, and is based in Molvena in northern Italy. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- HISTORY The company was founded by Renzo Rosso and his former boss Adriano Goldschmied of the AG Jeans company, in 1978. Diesel's milestone years include 1985 (Renzo's complete acquisition of the company), 1988 the hiring straight out of fashion college of current head designer and Creative Director Wilbert Das, 1991 (beginning of the international marketing strategy) and 1996 (opening of Diesel's first flagship store on New York City's Lexington Avenue). In February 2007, the company launched a major intimates and beachwear division for men and women that is carried in the retail and department stores. Diesel Black Gold was announced in November 2007. Retail store in Tel Aviv, Israel. The company has around 2,200 employees in 18 subsidiaries across Europe, Asia and the Americas. Its products are available in 5000 retail outlets, of which 300 are Diesel-branded stores. Annual sales were approximately €1.2 billion in 2005, and €1.3 billion in 2009. Revenue is largely derived from denim sales, but also extremely successful and influential ranges of accessories and children's wear - Diesel Kid Production of denim jeans is based mainly in Italy. Despite the uncertain Economic climate, Diesel continues to be a strong brand in the fashion Industry The biggest store is located in Milan, Italy. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Brands All Diesel collections, including licensed products, are made under the Creative Direction of Wilbert Das. The principal lines are Diesel, the main line, and Diesel Black Gold, a new collection launched in 2007 in the casual-luxury segment. The children's collection is called Diesel Kid. Diesel Denim Gallery offers limited edition denim sold in innovative art-gallery-like spaces. Diesel also offers collections of footwear, intimate (underwear), and bags. Diesel's licensed collections are eyewear (made with Safilo), jewelry and watches (Fossil), and fragrances (L'Oréal). L'Oreal and Diesel launched Fuel for Life (for him and for her) in the fall of 2007. A mini-collection for Adidas was launched in 2008 called Adidas Originals Denim by Diesel. The underwear license is held by the US company Mast Industries Inc., who also make lingerie for Victoria's Secret. A new collaboration with AGV has seen the launch of a Helmet. Recently Diesel Home, thanks to collaborations with Moroso nd Foscarini has been launched in the market. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Creative Direction Diesel's Creative Director and head designer is Wilbert Das who has worked for Diesel since 1988. Wilbert started as a designer on the Male, Accessories, Leather, and Kids lines. He rose quickly to head the style office and creative areas of Diesel, and in 1993 was given the official title of Creative Director, with responsibilities ranging from directing all product design as well as all communication campaigns. From clothing & accessory design to advertising, new media, merchandising, retail & interior design (including stores, showrooms, offices, hotels), planning of fashion shows & events, as well as developing new brand extensions such as houseware, furniture and even automobiles. Literally all aspects of the Diesel brand’s style and image continue to fall under Wilbert’s responsibility. Posted by
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Swedish fashion – from catwalk to sidewalk | sweden.se Home / Culture & traditions / Swedish fashion – from catwalk to sidewalk Swedish fashion – from catwalk to sidewalk ‘Less is more’ accurately describes much of Swedish fashion. There’s a fondness for discreet colours and a pared-down, refined look. As with so many aspects of life, Swedes tend to take a practical approach to what they wear, but this doesn’t mean there is any lack of creativity. Start reading Swedish fashion – from catwalk to sidewalk ‘Less is more’ accurately describes much of Swedish fashion. There’s a fondness for discreet colours and a pared-down, refined look. As with so many aspects of life, Swedes tend to take a practical approach to what they wear, but this doesn’t mean there is any lack of creativity. The Swedish fashion wonder About ten years ago, people started talking about the Swedish ‘fashion wonder’. Opinions differ as to what this actually means. Is it a reference to Acne’s fairytale success, to the huge quantities of clothing that H&M sells worldwide, or to artistic, avant-garde fashion? Some people argue that there have in fact been several Swedish fashion wonders, although the generic term refers to the rapid development of Swedish fashion as a whole. Filippa K and Anna Holtblad were among the trailblazers for the Swedish fashion miracle. Filippa K’s business idea is to design, manufacture and sell wearable fashion garments and accessories with a timeless style. Early on, Filippa K made her name in Sweden with her characteristic women’s stretch jeans. A few years later, Filippa K Man was launched, and the brand began to spread across Europe and North America. Today, Filippa K clothes are sold in some 700 stores in 17 countries. annaholtblad.com Designer jeans have made a significant contribution to Swedish fashion exports. Acne Jeans, founded in 1996, placed Sweden on the international jeans map. Acne saw a rising demand for denim on the market and designed 100 different styles of unisex jeans. Once primarily a jeans label, Acne now produces internationally recognised fashion collections. shop.acnestudios.com Stockholm Fashion Week Twice a year, in August and in January/February, the Swedish Fashion Council organises Stockholm Fashion Week, an event for the fashion industry. In May and November, the council organises Stockholm Fashion Week Retailer Collections, aimed mostly at Swedish journalists and trade professionals. stockholmfashionweek.com Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Stockholm Held twice a year, its main focus is to get the international fashion community, including the media and fashion buyers, to take a closer look at the Swedish fashion scene. mercedesbenzfashionweek.se The Swedish Fashion Council Set up in 1979 to promote Swedish fashion in Sweden and abroad, the council analyses trends in fashion and interior design, and is a platform for cooperation in the Swedish fashion and textile trade. moderadet.se Nordic Fashion Association Founded in 2008 by five Nordic fashion organisations: the Danish Fashion Institute, Helsinki Design Week, the Icelandic Fashion Council, Oslo Fashion Week and the Swedish Fashion Council. The NFA’s aim is to promote cross-border projects in the fashion field. One such example is NICE – Nordic Initiative, Clean and Ethical – a joint commitment by the Nordic fashion industry to take a leading role in social and environmental issues. Designer jeans have made a significant contribution to Swedish fashion exports. WeSC and Nudie are among the biggest names in Swedish denim. Photos: WeSC, Jonas Linell/Nudie Jeans Cheap Monday’s characteristic unwashed slim jeans with the skull label have spread across the world since the brand was launched in 2004. Cheap Monday is now found in 35 countries with 1,800 stores. Today, it is owned by H&M. cheapmonday.com WeSC (WeAretheSuperlativeConspiracy) was founded in 2000. Initially flourishing mainly in street and skateboarding subcultures, the brand soon became internationally known as a result of clever marketing. Instead of regular advertising, WeSC largely reli
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"Doctor Who" An Unearthly Child (TV Episode 1963) - 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 Two schoolteachers investigate the personal life of one of their brilliant students and her mysterious grandfather. Directors: a list of 42 titles created 28 Dec 2013 a list of 30 titles created 29 Jun 2014 a list of 30 titles created 28 Sep 2014 a list of 43 titles created 17 Nov 2015 a list of 38 titles created 01 Dec 2015 Title: An Unearthly Child (23 Nov 1963) 8.4/10 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. Edit Storyline Two schoolteachers, Ian Chesterton and Barbara Wright, become concerned by the unusual behavior of their fifteen-year-old student, Susan Foreman. When they follow her home, they meet her mysterious grandfather, the Doctor, and find themselves unwilling passengers on his time ship, the TARDIS... Written by Sarah Hadley 23 November 1963 (UK) See more » Filming Locations: Did You Know? Trivia Susan is reading a book about The French Revolution. In the final serial of the season, "The Reign of Terror", the travellers actually go to Revolutionary France. See more » Quotes The Doctor : [to Ian] You still think it's all an illusion? Ian Chesterton : I know that free movement in time and space is a scientific dream I don't expect to find solved in a junkyard. The Doctor : Your arrogance is nearly as great as your ignorance. A Great Start to a Long Running Series 5 April 2015 | by brian_m_hass (South Dakota, United States) – See all my reviews While growing up, the only "Doctor Who" episodes which I had ever seen were from the 1970's and early 1980's. I did not get a chance to see the earliest episodes of the show until the late 1980's. When I finally had the opportunity to watch "An Unearthly Child," I was thrilled! "An Unearthly Child" did not disappoint me. The episode started with a mystery. When the two school teachers began to investigate the matter, they had no idea of where their inquiries would lead them. The episode featured an excellent story with great characters. It also contained a lot of atmosphere. The ending of this episode was the beginning of one of television's longest-running adventures. For fans of the later episodes of the "Doctor Who" series, "An Unearthly Child" is something of a curiosity. For a television phenomenon which has endured for more than five decades, there is the question of how it all started. I highly recommend "An Unearthly Child." 0 of 0 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you? Yes
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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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Igbo - Introduction, Location, Language, Folklore, Religion, Major holidays, Rites of passage Igbo LANGUAGE: Igbo (Kwa subfamily of the Niger-Congo language family) RELIGION: Tribal religion 1 • INTRODUCTION The Igbo are the second largest group of people living in southern Nigeria. They are socially and culturally diverse, consisting of many subgroups. Although they live in scattered groups of villages, they all speak one language. The Igbo have no common traditional story of their origins. Historians have proposed two major theories of Igbo origins. One claims the existence of a core area, or "nuclear Igboland." The other claims that the Igbo are descended from waves of immigrants from the north and the west who arrived in the fourteenth or fifteenth century. Three of these are the Nri, Nzam, and Anam. European contact with the Igbo began with the arrival of the Portuguese in the mid-fifteenth century. At first the Europeans confined themselves to slave trade on the Niger Coast. At this point, the main item of commerce provided by the Igbo was slaves, many of whom were sent to the New World. After the abolition of the slave trade in 1807, British companies pushed beyond the coastal areas and aggressively pursued control of the interior. The Protectorate of Southern Nigeria, created in 1900, included Igboland. Until 1960, Nigeria remained a British colony, and the Igbo were British subjects. On October 1, 1960, Nigeria became an independent nation structured as a federation of states. 2 • LOCATION Igboland is located in southeastern Nigeria, with a total land area of about 15,800 square miles (about 41,000 square kilometers). The Igbo country has four distinct areas. The low-lying deltas and riberbank areas are heavily inundated during the rainy season, and are very fertile. The central belt is a rather high plain. The Udi highlands are the only coal-mining area in West Africa. It is difficult to obtain accurate census figures for either the Igbo or for Nigeria as a whole. The Igbo population is estimated to be between 5 and 6 million. 3 • LANGUAGE The Igbo language belongs to the Niger-Congo language family. It is part of the Kwa subfamily. A complicated system of high and low tones indicates differences in meaning and grammatical relationships. There are a wide range of dialects. Here are a few Igbo expressions: English Ndewo 4 • FOLKLORE The Igbo have a system of folk beliefs that explains how everything in the world came into being. It explains what functions the heavenly and earthly bodies have and offers guidance on how to behave toward gods, spirits, and one's ancestors. The Igbo believe the world is peopled by invisible and visible forces: by the living, the dead, and those yet to be born. Reincarnation is seen as a bridge between the living and the dead. 5 • RELIGION The major beliefs of the Igbo religion are shared by all Igbo-speaking people. However, many of its practices are locally organized, with the most effective unit of religious worship being the extended family. Periodic rituals and ceremonies may activate the lineage (larger kinship unit) or the village, which is the widest political community. The Igbo believe in a supreme god who keeps watch over his creatures from a distance. He seldom interferes in the affairs of human beings. No sacrifices are made directly to him. However, he is seen as the ultimate receiver of sacrifices made to the minor gods. To distinguish him from the minor gods he is called Chukwu—the great or the high god. As the creator of everything, he is called Chukwu Abiama. There are also minor gods, who are generally subject to human passions and weaknesses. They may be kind, hospitable, and industrious; at other times they are treacherous, u
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Adnan & Hiva IPI Calls for Release of Journalists Being Used as ‘Political Hostages’ in Iran, North Korea 20 April 2009 Iran and North Korea should immediately free journalists who are being used as apparent political hostages in their wider diplomatic disputes with the United States, the International Press Institute said today. The sentencing of an Iranian-American radio reporter on espionage charges last week and the continued detention of two American journalists who were seized in North Korea in March further erode chances for diplomatic settlements over the nations’ nuclear ambitions and only augment their reputations as leading suppressers of free speech. "It is beyond contempt that these journalists are being held hostage to the fortunes of political brinkmanship by countries who share an outdated belief that this is the best way to conduct negotiations on difficult international subjects", IPI Director David Dadge said. "Journalists are neutral observers who gather information. Accusing them of being spies is just another desperate way for authoritarian rulers to smother the truth and delude their populations". On 18 April, an Iranian court sentenced Roxana Saberi to eight years in prison for espionage after a one-day, secret trial. The US-born reporter was arrested in February, allegedly for buying wine. Saberi, a free-lance journalist, has filed reports on Iran for public broadcasters in Britain and the United States and also worked for the Fox News channel in the United States. The two journalists detained for entering North Korea from across the Chinese border have been identified as Euna Lee and Laura Ling of US-based Current TV. They were captured on 17 March while apparently preparing a report on the rising number of North Koreans who are seeking refuge in China. Leaders in Pyongyang have been silent on the detention of the women since their capture. The sentencing of Saberi comes after years of tensions between Tehran and Washington over Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s push to develop a nuclear energy industry that the United States, Europe and Israel contend is a mask for building atomic weapons. Since President Barack Obama took office in January, he has reversed his predecessor’s policy of shunning talks with Tehran, but the Iranian government has so far shown little interest in making concessions on the nuclear issue. IPI’s Justice Denied Campaign has also condemned the Ahmadinejad government’s handling of Abdolvahed Botimar, a journalist and environmental activist, and his cousin, editor and journalist Adnan Hassanpour, who were tried in secret and accused of being "enemies of God". Both men were sentenced to death, but in September 2008, a court of appeal overturned the death sentence against Hassanpour. He was then charged with espionage. North Korea, meanwhile, has intensified its isolation by launching a missile over Japan and expelling international experts who were sent to monitor the country’s nuclear experiments. According to IPI’s World Press Freedom Review 2008, North Korea has the worst press freedom record in the world, with the country’s repressive dictatorship retaining complete control of the media while maintaining a blanket ban on foreign journalists. Hiwa Butimar has had his death sentence overturned by an Iranian court. Andy Stovell: This is a day of Good News! Two hours ago I received the news that Hiwa Butimar has had his death sentence overturned by an Iranian court. Hadi Butimar, Hiwa's brother, phoned me after talking with his sister-in-law, Hiwa's wife. Hadi is in the process of putting together a thank you to all the countless people who have helped in so many ways. Hiwa goes before another court soon to decide if he is to be released or serve a further prison sentence for the false charges. We will keep you informed. Meanwhile, join in the great joy we all feel for Hiwa and his family. Iran: End Repression in Kurdish Areas Peaceful Dissidents Jailed, Books and Publications Banned (New York, January 9, 2009) - The government of Iran should amend or abolish broad
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Harzand remains on course for the Irish Derby after latest workout | Sport | The Guardian Harzand remains on course for the Irish Derby after latest workout • Dermot Weld says English Classic hero will head for The Curragh • Trainer reports colt well since losing a shoe before Epsom race Pat Smullen celebrates victory at Epsom on board the Irish Derby-bound Harzand. Photograph: Matthew Childs/Reuters Friday 24 June 2016 11.43 EDT Last modified on Friday 24 June 2016 17.00 EDT Close This article is 7 months old Harzand, it seems, has a gift for making a drama out of a Classic. He pulled off a shoe a few hours before winning the Derby at Epsom this month and Pat Smullen, his jockey, would have withdrawn him at the start had he felt a single lame step. Three weeks later, he is odds-on to follow up in Saturday evening’s Irish Derby at The Curragh – but only after a giddy few days in the ante-post market. Harzand wins Derby after Dermot Weld makes late call to run the colt Read more “All being well, the horse will run tomorrow,” Dermot Weld, Harzand’s trainer, said on Friday. “He’s been out this morning and we are satisfied with him. It’s been well documented that I’d have liked another week, but the intention is to run.” Weld’s comments came at the end of a week when Harzand was first installed as the narrow favourite for Saturday’s Classic, drifted alarmingly when Weld suggested that Epsom had “left a mark” on his colt , and then ended up shorter than ever in the betting after US Army Ranger, his main market rival, was scratched by Aidan O’Brien. “What he is, is very tough and courageous,” Weld said, “which is why we are even talking about running him. He’s a horse who’ll meet you halfway, he’ll go more than halfway to meet you, in fact, and that’s the big plus.” Weld is at least in the ideal spot to make a late decision if necessary. His stable is a 10-minute walk at most from the gates of The Curragh, rather less than the one-and-a-half-mile gallop that faces nine runners on Saturday, when Harzand is due to become the fifth Derby winner owned by the Aga Khan to line up for the Irish equivalent. US Army Ranger all the rage for Irish Derby after Harzand bulletin Read more The first four – Shergar, Kahyasi, Shahrastani and Sinndar – all followed up on The Curragh, and Harzand is top-priced at 10-11 to maintain the 100% record. Idaho, third home at Epsom, has replaced US Army Ranger as O’Brien’s main contender as he attempts to win the race for the ninth time in 11 years, while three Epsom also-rans – Red Verdon, Moonlight Magic and Port Douglas – are the only other runners below 33-1. “It has always been the natural progression for His Highness’s horses that have won at Epsom to come to The Curragh,” Pat Downes, the manager of the Aga Khan’s Irish studs, said on Friday. “He had an ordeal to go through at Epsom, and we were lucky that he was able to take part. It took him a few days to get over it, he was sore and it was a hard enough race too. Dermot would have welcomed a bit of extra time, but it’s always been three weeks [between the English and Irish Derbys] and we’re happy with where he is now. “Between the issue with his foot, a hard race and having to go on antibiotics when he came home, it was a combination of all three.” On the face of it, Harzand needs only to reproduce his Epsom form, or something close to it, to complete his Classic double. The horses that lined up against him three weekends ago finished between two-and-three-quarters and 54 lengths adrift, and the open, galloping nature of the course in County Kildare should suit Harzand ideally. Smullen, in fact, suggested earlier in the season that Harzand was “too big and heavy” for Epsom and “more of an Irish Derby horse”. “I know that Harzand has made significant improvement right throughout the spring and early summer,” Downes said. “They need to keep improving and hopefully he has improved again. He’s a worthy favourite and the ground should be fine for him. “Epsom has its own unique characteristics and I suppose The Curragh is a more straightforward track
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Cheltenham Horse Racing at Prestbury Park The Local Time is Friday, 20-Jan-2017 12:05:31 GMT Cheltenham Horse Racing at Prestbury Park CORPORATE ADVERTISERS This advertisement is being seen at least 4000 times per day by people wanting accommodation, tours, and Cotswolds information. Don't miss out on this valuable advertising space!! Cheltenham horse racing is a great day out for all. There are three enclosures to choose from and from wherever you are guaranteed stunning views of all the racing. The Festival Week - 15th to 18th March 2016 The Festival™ epitomises and encompasses everything that is great about Jump racing, whilst delivering an unbelievable occasion as the finest horses, jockeys, owners and trainers battle it out for the highest racing honours. Champion Day - Tuesday 15 March Ladies Day - Wednesday 16 March St Patrick's Day - Thursday 17 March Gold Cup Day - Friday 18 March Bookings can be taken for both restaurants and private boxes and tours of the racecourse are available free for people who wish to learn the history and magic of Cheltenham horse racing. For more information on the town of Cheltenham For Special and Exclusive Accommodation for Cheltenham Gold Cup Week Address: Course Details National Hunt: Left-handed oval course with the last 4 furlongs uphill all the way. Fences are generally fair but the open ditches are wider than usual. Location map of: Cheltenham Racecourse Getting There By Car: The course is a mile from Cheltenham town centre. Take the A40 or M5 to Cheltenham and follow the AA signs to the course. By Train: Lovely country home Bed and Breakfast offers guests a wonderfully relaxing stay in the Cotswold of village of Aldsworth Perfect GOLD CUP Accommodation Stunning self contained Coach House ( sleeps 6 + ) ( B&B / transport / dinner options available) This lovely country home offers the perfect stay for Cheltenham Races - set in the unspoilt and friendly Cotswold of village of Aldsworth with the best of the racing pubs close by - Stay where the owners and trainers are based and enjoy the real Gloucestershire excitement that is Gold Cup week Just off the A40 , Aldsworth is an easy run to the racecourse. Your host ( rated 5 star by Air B&B) is happy to sort out transport to and from the race course and also do drop offs/ pick ups from the pubs ! Our friendly village pub is just a short walk away too. The spacious Coach House apartment offers a totally private and relaxing stay - perfect for groups of friends . Beautifully styled and recently renovated, the Coach House sleeps 6 / 7 easily – having 3 large bedrooms and bathrooms which all come with Wifi, TV’s, dressing gowns and all the little extras. The huge Hayloft sitting room has a Smart TV, large corner sofa plus sofa bed and incorporates both a fully kitted kitchen and dining area. With its high vaulted ceiling, panelled walls and oak floor it’s the ideal area for socialising before and after your day at the races....... Your host fills your fridge with local organic breakfast ingredients, but can provide a huge cooked breakfast from locally sources ingredients in the main house dining hall should you wish to be spoilt ....... also we can do post racing dinners by the fire should you be too tired to go out . As a former racing guest put......... “ The accommodation, host and breakfast are a 10 out of 10 - and it’s great fun !”” xx Celebrate the best race meet of the year here at the Stable House xx THE COACH HOUSE CAN BE BOOKED AS A WHOLE OR ON A ROOM BY ROOM BASIS: PRICES £100 PER ROOM PER NIGHT. THE COACH HOUSE – DETAILS Up the traditional old outside steps from the garden is the stable door entrance into the Hayloft sitting room. Over 17ft long with a vast high beamed ceiling , this beautiful room has a large corner sofa and a double sofa ( which is handy sofa bed too). As well as wifi and large Smart TV, there is a lovely dining table and fully e
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Anthony Quinn - Biography - IMDb Anthony Quinn Biography Showing all 64 items Jump to: Overview (5) | Mini Bio (2) | Spouse (3) | Trade Mark (1) | Trivia (33) | Personal Quotes (20) Overview (5) 3 June 2001 , Boston, Massachusetts, USA (pneumonia and respiratory failure due to complications from throat cancer) Birth Name 6' 2" (1.88 m) Mini Bio (2) Anthony Quinn was born Antonio Rudolfo Oaxaca Quinn on April 21, 1915, in Chihuahua, Mexico, to Manuela (Oaxaca) and Francisco Quinn, who became an assistant cameraman at a Los Angeles (CA) film studio. His paternal grandfather was Irish, and the rest of his family was Mexican. After starting life in extremely modest circumstances in Mexico, his family moved to Los Angeles, where he grew up in the Boyle Heights and Echo Park neighborhoods. He attended Polytechnic High School and later Belmont High, but eventually dropped out. The young Quinn boxed (which stood him in good stead as a stage actor, when he played Stanley Kowalski in "A Streetcar Named Desire" to rave reviews in Chicago), then later studied architecture under Frank Lloyd Wright at the great architect's studio, Taliesin, in Arizona. Quinn was close to Wright, who encouraged him when he decided to give acting a try. After a brief apprenticeship on stage, Quinn hit Hollywood in 1936 and picked up a variety of small roles in several films at Paramount, including an Indian warrior in The Plainsman (1936), which was directed by the man who later became his father-in-law, Cecil B. DeMille . As a contract player at Paramount, Quinn mainly played villains and ethnic types, such as an Arab chieftain in the Bing Crosby - Bob Hope vehicle Road to Morocco (1942). As a Mexican national (he did not become an American citizen until 1947), he was exempt from the draft. With many actors in the service fighting World War II, Quinn was able to move up into better supporting roles. He had married DeMille's daughter Katherine DeMille , which afforded him entrance to the top circles of Hollywood society. He became disenchanted with his career and did not renew his Paramount contract despite the advice of others, including his father-in-law (whom Quinn felt never accepted him due to his Mexican roots). Instead, he returned to the stage to hone his craft. His portrayal of Stanley Kowalski in "A Streetcar Named Desire" in Chicago and on Broadway (where he replaced the legendary Marlon Brando , who is forever associated with the role) made his reputation and boosted his film career when he returned to the movies. Brando and Elia Kazan , who directed "Streetcar" on Broadway and on film ( A Streetcar Named Desire (1951)), were crucial to Quinn's future success. Kazan, knowing the two were potential rivals due to their acclaimed portrayals of Kowalski, cast Quinn as Brando's brother in his biographical film of Mexican revolutionary Emiliano Zapata , Viva Zapata! (1952). Quinn won the Best Supporting Actor Academy Award for 1952, making him the first Mexican-American to win an Oscar. It was not to be his lone appearance in the winner's circle: he won his second Supporting Actor Oscar in 1957 for his portrayal of Paul Gauguin in Vincente Minnelli 's biographical film of Vincent van Gogh , Lust for Life (1956), opposite Kirk Douglas . Over the next decade Quinn lived in Italy and became a major figure in world cinema, as many studios shot films in Italy to take advantage of the lower costs ("runaway production" had battered the industry since its beginnings in the New York / New Jersey area in the 1910s). He appeared in several Italian films, giving one of his greatest performances as the circus strongman who brutalizes the sweet soul played by Giulietta Masina in her husband Federico Fellini 's masterpiece La Strada (1954). Alternating between Europe and Hollywood, Quinn built his reputation and entered the front rank of character actors and character leads. He received his third Oscar nomination (and first for Best Actor) for George Cukor 's Wild Is the Wind (1957). He played a Greek resistance fighter against the Nazi occupation in the
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In the Iliad, which Greek hero killed the Trojan leader Hector?
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Heroes in the Trojan War Achilles Achilles (Άχιλλεύς) was the son of Peleus and the Nereïd Thetis. Ligyron was the name given to Achilles at birth. While still an infant, Thetis tried to make her son immortal. One account says that she anointed Achilles in ambrosia before laying him in a fire, burning away the mortal parts of his body, making him invulnerable from ordinary weapons. When Peleus discovered she held their son over a fire, he cried out in alarm, leaving Achilles invulnerable except for his heels. Annoyed with her husband's interferences, Thetis left her husband and son, and returned home to the sea. A different account says that Thetis dipped him in Styx, the river of the Underworld, holding him by his feet. His heels were the only vulnerable parts of his body, which was covered by Thetis' hands. This is obviously where the term - Achilles' heel - originated. Achilles was brought up and trained by his father and the wise Centaur, Cheiron. His name was changed from Ligyron to Achilles. He learned how to hunt and fight. He was so swift, that he could run down any wild animal. When the Greeks began gathering the leaders, to fight in the war in Troy, Thetis knew from a prophecy that her son has two possible destinies. One was a peaceful and long life, but without the fame and glory. The other was the most glorious - he can become one of the greatest Greek heroes, but only to be fated to die young. Thetis tried to prevent her son from going to Troy, by disguising Achilles as a girl and hiding him in the court of Lycomedes at the island of Scyrus. During his stay in Scyrus, one of the king's daughters, Deïdaemeia (Deidaemeia), fell in love with him, bore him a son, named Neoptolemus (Pyrrhus). The Greeks having been told by the seer that Troy would not fall without the aid of Achilles. One of the Greek captains, Odysseus, penetrated his disguise, by placing spear and shield among the gifts to the king's daughters. When the Greeks blew their trumpets as if the island were been attack, Achilles snatched the weapons, thereby revealing his identity. Once discovered however, Achilles willingly joined the Greeks. In the Trojan War, Achilles was regarded as the handsomest, the swiftest, the strongest and the bravest of the Greeks who fought in the Trojan War . He led the Myrmidons with fifty ships from Phthia, Alus, Alope, and Trachis. Achilles wore immortal armour belonging to his father, a wedding gift from the gods. He was also armed with a spear made by Cheiron, from a tree in Mount Pelion. Peleus also gave his two immortal horses to his son (Xanthus and Batus. Before arriving in Troy, Achilles was warned by his mother, not to kill Tenes, son of Apollo and king of Tenedos. If he were to kill Tenes, the god would surely avenge his son's death. But landing on the island of Tenedos, Achilles had forgotten her warning that resulted in the king's death. Achilles killed many of Trojan leaders (including many of Priam's sons) as well as their allies. The most notable were Cycnus, son of Poseidon in the earlier year of war. In the last year of the war, he killed Hector, the Amazon Penthesileia and the Aethiopian prince Memnon , son of Eos and Tithonus. Achilles became involved in a bitter quarrel with his commander-in-chief, Agamemnon , over the concubines, causing the young hero to withdraw from the fighting. When the Agamemnon send Nestor, Odysseus and Ajax, to entreat him to return the fighting, his pride and bitterness made him to stubbornly refuse. His pride, however, caused him to lose his beloved companion (and lover?), Patroclus. He returned to combat, avenging his friend by killing the Trojan champion, Hector . (See the Iliad .) Achilles' own death came very quickly after killing Memnon. As he pursued the retreating Trojans back to the city gate, Paris shot an arrow at Achilles; the god Apollo had guided the arrow to one of his heel. Dying, Achilles managed to kill with his spear one last Trojan. Fierce fighting erupted around his body. His cousin Ajax managed to carry his body away while Odysseus held the Trojans
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Myth of the legendary Odysseus - Greeka.com Discover the myth of Odysseus Odysseus, a legendary man According to Homer, Laertes and Anticleia were the parents of Odysseus. He was married to Penelope and they gave birth to a son, Telemachus. Odysseus was often called "Odysseus the Cunning" because of his clever and quick mind. Autolycus, his grandfather, was a famous skilled thief in the Peloponnese . The Romans transformed the name Odysseus to Ulysses and that is how he is mostly known today all over the world. Odysseus had a proud and arrogant character. He was the master of disguise in both appearance and voice. He also excelled as a military commander and ruler, as is evident from the role he played in ensuring to the Greeks the victory over Troy, giving thus an end to the long Trojan War. The fall of Troy All began the day Paris of Troy abducted Helen, wife of Menelaus, king of Sparta. Enraged, Menelaus called upon all kings of Greece, including Odysseus, as all had once vowed to defend the honour of Helen, if someone ever tried to insult her. Odysseus, however, tried to escape the promise made to Menelaus by feigning insanity. Agamemnon, the brother of Menelaus proved Odysseus to be lying and henceforth the legendary warrior set out for Troy, along with Agamemnon the lord of men, Achilles the invincible, Nestor he wise and Teucer the master archer, as they were called. Ten years had passed since the Greeks attacked Troy and they were all still there, outside the strong walls, fighting with the locals, who proved themeselves brave warriors. In the tenth year of the war, Odysseus the Cunning, the most trusted advisor and counselor of king Agamemnon, the leader of the Greeks, devised a plan to deceive the Trojans. He wanted to make them believe that the Greeks had lost their nerves and had returned back to Greece. In the middle of the night, the Greeks deserted Troy leaving only a gigantic wooden horse on wheels outside the gates of the city. When dawn broke, the Trojans were surprised to see no Greek army surrounding them, only a wooden horse. They indeed believed that the Greeks had gone and had left this horse as a gift to the gods, to give them a good sea trip. Thus they wheeled the wooden horse into their city and started revelry to celebrate the end of the war. However, unknown to the Trojans, Odysseus had built a hollow into the wooden horse to hide there a few Greek warriors. This plan was the only way to gain entry to the city that had held its defenses for so many years. Now that they were inside Odysseus and his men went out the dummy horse and slaughtered the unsuspecting guards. Then they opened the city gates and allowed the entire Greek army, who were hiding some miles away, to enter the city. Thus, thanks to the plan of Odysseus, the Greeks won the Trojan War. With the war over, Odysseus and his men set sail for their homeland, Ithaca, but in the end only one of them would come back. The long journey home The journey home for Odysseus and his fellows would be long and full of adventures. Their eyes would see all the strange of the world and Odysseus would come home with more memories and experiences than any other person in the world. The Cicones Odysseus and his legion set sail from Troy aboard twelve ships. Tranquil waters facilitated the movement of the ships and they were well out to sea. After a few days, they sighted land and Eurylochus, second-in-command to Odysseus, convinced him to weigh anchor, go ashore and devastate the city with the assurance that they would not be harmed. Seeing the ships weigh anchor and thenceforth the warriors coming ashore, the Ciconians, the local residents, fled to the nearby mountains. Odysseus and his men plundered and looted the empty city. However, the men of Odysseus resisted his efforts to get them back aboard the ship immediately and after a hearty meal accompanied by wine that flew like water, they fell asleep on the shore. Before the first light, the Ciconians returned with their fierce neighbors and set upon the warriors, killing as many as they could. Odys
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"What is the English translation of the title of Mozart's opera ""Die Zauberflte""?"
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Facts about Mozart's "Die Zauberflöte" (The Magic Flute) Updated November 15, 2015. Die Zauberflöte Fact 1: Die Zauberflöte was written by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1791. The opera's libretto was written by Emanuel Schikaneder, a well-rounded man of theatre who was a highly regarded producer, actor, singer, and composer. Read the synopsis of Die Zauberflöte . Schikaneder, with the help of his partner Bartholomäus Zitterbarth, was the creator and constructer of the famous Theater an der Wien, one of the world's largest and extravagant theaters of at the time of its completion in 1801. Die Zauberflöte Fact 2: When Emanuel Schikanede wrote the libretto for The Magic Flute, he borrowed from a handful of sources including Jean Terrason’s Sethos, Yvain, Abbé, On the Mysteries of the Egyptians, as well as fairy tales from the Dschinnistan. He also drew upon his own experiences as a Freemason. Die Zauberflöte Fact 3: Mozart's opera is widely known as a Masonic allegory. Both Mozart and Schikaneder were Freemasons, and throughout the opera, the symbolism they employed becomes easily apparent. continue reading below our video Top 5 Longest Running TV Shows The opera's plot reflects ideals of the Age of Enlightenment, a belief in liberty, progress, knowledge, and religious freedom, as well as the rejection of the church and its abuses. The Queen of the Night represents the church, while Sarastro represents the Enlightenment. Die Zauberflöte Fact 4: Die Zauberflöte was the last opera Mozart composed, and it premiered on September 30, 1791 - roughly three months before Mozart died. Mozart himself conducted the orchestra, while the librettist, Emanuel Schikaneder, sang the role of Papageno. Die Zauberflöte Fact 5: When Mozart wrote this opera, many of the vocal passages were written specifically for the singers that would premier his work. These parts, especially for singers playing the roles of The Queen of the Night and Sarastro, proved to be quite the challenge for later performers. The Queen of the Night's famous arias "Der Hölle Rache" and "O zittre nicht, mein lieber Sohn" require the singer to sing F6, which is roughly two and a half octaves above middle C on a piano, and Sarastro has to sing F2, which is one and a half octaves lower than middle C. These vocal ranges require great skill and vocal agility. ( Discover your own vocal range and voice type. ) Mozart accommodated less experienced performers by doubling their voice parts within the orchestra. Die Zauberflöte Fact 6: The Queen of the Night's aria, "Der Hölle Rache kocht in meinem Herzen" is one of the most well-known opera aria's of all time. Read the English translation of "Der Hölle Rache." Taking place in the second act, this difficult aria demands a two octave vocal range and and an agile lyric soprano voice with enough weight and drama to convey the seriousness of the scene. Watch a YouTube video of one of my favorite performances of "Der Hölle Rache" played by Diana Damrau. Die Zauberflöte Fact 7: Though reviews of the opera's initial performances have been lost to time, it is evident by the opera's 100 following performances that Die Zauberflöte was a complete success. Since its creation over two hundred years ago, the opera has become one of the world's most performed operas. According to 2012-2013 Operabase statistics, the opera was ranked in fourth place. Die Zauberflöte Fact 8: Here is a short list of films in which you'll hear music from Mozart's Die Zauberflöte ( view more listings of classical music used in movies at Naxos ): All the Wrong Places (2000) Amadeus (1984) House of Last Things (2013) I Sweet Sixteen (2002)
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The Occult History of the Third Reich: Parsifal 'Erlösung dem Erlöser' Parsifal is an opera in three acts by Richard Wagner. It is loosely based on Wolfram von Eschenbach's Parzival, the 13th century epic poem of the Arthurian knight Parzival (Percival) and his quest for the Holy Grail, and on Chrétien de Troyes' Perceval, the Story of the Grail. Wagner first conceived the work in April 1857 but it was not finished until twenty-five years later. It was to be Wagner's last completed opera and in composing it he took advantage of the particular acoustics of his Bayreuth Festspielhaus (see left). Parsifal was first produced at the second Bayreuth Festival in 1882. The Bayreuth Festival maintained a monopoly on Parsifal productions until 1903, when the opera was performed at the Metropolitan Opera in New York. Wagner preferred to describe Parsifal not as an opera, but as "ein Bühnenweihfestspiel" - "A Festival Play for the Consecration of the Stage". At Bayreuth a tradition has arisen that there is no applause after the first act of the opera. Wagner's spelling of Parsifal instead of the Parzival he had used up to 1877 is informed by the etymology of the name Percival, deriving it from an Arabic origin, Fal Parsi meaning "pure fool". Wagner first read Wolfram von Eschenbach's poem Parzival while taking the waters at Marienbad in 1845. After encountering Arthur Schopenhauer's (see right) work in 1854, Wagner became interested in oriental philosophies, especially Buddhism. He was particularly inspired by reading Eugène Burnouf's "Introduction à l'histoire du buddhisme indien" in 1855/56. Out of this interest came "Die Sieger" ("The Victors", 1856) a sketch Wagner wrote for an opera based on a story from the life of Buddha. The themes which were later explored in Parsifal of self-renouncing, reincarnation, compassion and even exclusive social groups (castes in Die Sieger, the Knights of the Grail in Parsifal) were first introduced in "Die Sieger". According to his own account, recorded in his autobiography 'Mein Leben', Wagner conceived Parsifal on Good Friday morning, April 1857, in the Asyl (German: "Asylum"), the small cottage on Otto von Wesendonck’s estate in the Zürich suburb of Enge, which Wesendonck - a wealthy silk merchant and generous patron of the arts - had placed at Wagner’s disposal. The composer and his wife Minna had moved into the cottage on 28 April: "... on Good Friday I awoke to find the sun shining brightly for the first time in this house: the little garden was radiant with green, the birds sang, and at last I could sit on the roof and enjoy the long-yearned-for peace with its message of promise. Full of this sentiment, I suddenly remembered that the day was Good Friday, and I called to mind the significance this omen had already once assumed for me when I was reading Wolfram's Parzival. Since the sojourn in Marienbad [in the summer of 1845], where I had conceived 'Die Meistersinger' and 'Lohengrin', I had never occupied myself again with that poem; now its noble possibilities struck me with overwhelming force, and out of my thoughts about Good Friday I rapidly conceived a whole drama, of which I made a rough sketch with a few dashes of the pen, dividing the whole into three acts." Wagner did not resume work on Parsifal for eight years, during which time he completed 'Tristan und Isolde' and began 'Die Meistersinger'. Then, between 27 and 30 August 1865, he took up Parsifal again and made a prose draft of the work; this contains a fairly brief outline of the plot and a considerable amount of detailed commentary on the characters and themes of the drama, but once again the work was dropped and set aside for another eleven and a half years. During this time most of Wagner’s creative energy was devoted to the Ring cycle, which was finally completed in 1874 and given its first full performance at Bayreuth in August 1876. Only when this gargantuan task had been accomplished did Wagner find the time to concentrate on Parsifal. By 23 February 1877 he had completed a second and more extensive prose draft of the
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In which month is St George's Day?
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St. George's Day in United Kingdom Home Calendar Holidays United Kingdom St. George's Day St. George's Day in United Kingdom St George's Day in England remembers St George, England's patron saint. The anniversary of his death, which is on April 23, is seen as England's national day. According to legend, he was a soldier in the Roman army who killed a dragon and saved a princess. According to legend, St George slayed a dragon. Many Christians observe St George's Day in the UK, although it is not a public holiday. According to legend, St George slayed a dragon. Many Christians observe St George's Day in the UK, although it is not a public holiday. ©iStockphoto.com/bogdb Celebrate St George's Day St George's Day used to be a national holiday in England. It is now an observance that is celebrated with parades, dancing and other activities. Flags with the image of St George's cross are flown on some buildings, especially pubs, and a few people wear a red rose on their lapel. Church services on the Sunday closest to April 23 often include the hymn 'Jerusalem', written by the poet William Blake. The words describe a supposed visit to Glastonbury, England, by Jesus Christ during his youth. Public Life April 23 is not a public holiday. Schools, stores, post offices, businesses and other organizations are open as usual. Public transport services run to their usual timetables. About St George's Day St George was born sometime around the year 280 in what is now Turkey. He was a soldier and rose up through the ranks of the Roman army, eventually becoming a personal guard to the Emperor Diocletian. He was executed for being a Christian on April 23, 303, and is buried in the town of Lod in Israel. St George is most widely known for slaying a dragon. According to legend, the only well in the town of Silene was guarded by a dragon. In order to get water, the inhabitants of the town had to offer a human sacrifice every day to the dragon. The person to be sacrificed was chosen by lots. On the day that St George was visiting, a princess had been selected to be sacrificed. However, he killed the dragon, saved the princess and gave the people of Silene access to water. In gratitude, they converted to Christianity. It is thought that the dragon represents a certain type of pagan belief that included the sacrifice of human beings. St George's Day was once celebrated as widely as Christmas. But the celebrations waned by the end of the 18th century after England had united with Scotland on May 1, 1707. In recent times, there has been a push, involving campaigns and petitions, to make the day a public holiday in England. St George is the patron saint of a number of other places, such as Bulgaria, Ethiopia, Georgia, Greece, Portugal and Russia. He is also remembered in some regional holidays, such as in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador in Canada and among the Gorani people who live in a mountainous area in the Balkans and were converted to Islam many centuries ago, but still observe St George's Day. Around the world, a number of days are devoted to St George, including April 23 and dates in November and December of the Gregorian calendar. Symbols The most widely recognized symbol of St George's Day is St George's cross. This is a red cross on a white background, which is often displayed as a flag. It is used as England's national flag, forming part of the Union Flag, the national flag of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Saint George's cross was originally the flag of the maritime Republic of Genoa. Around 1190, the King of England started paying the Doge of Genoa to protect ships originally from the city of London and the rest of England that sailed in the Mediterranean. During the crusades in the 1100s and 1200s, English knights used St George's cross as part of their uniform. It has been the official flag of England for centuries, but the Union Flag, a combination of St George's cross, St Andrew's cross and St Patrick's cross, is the national flag of the United Kingdom. Now Saint George's cross is used as
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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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On which river does the Suffolk town of Dedham stand?
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Dedham | Village | Dedham|Essex Village CO7 6DE Details Set by the River Stour, Dedham is in the heart of Constable Country. It was here that Britain's greatest landscape artist went to school. The attractive main street is lined with Georgian-fronted houses, old inns and a large art/crafts centre. The magnificent 15th C. church was built from the wealth of the medieval cloth industry. Dedham is frequently rated as containing some of England's most beautiful Lowland landscape, most particularly the Water Meadows of the River Stour, which passes along the northern boundary of the village forming the boundary between the counties of Essex and Suffolk. Of longer influence in Dedham was horse painter, Sir Alfred Munnings who became President of the Royal Academy. His house in Dedham, Castle House, now contains a gallery of his work, and his studio.
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Dewsbury Rams : definition of Dewsbury Rams and synonyms of Dewsbury Rams (English) Dewsbury Athletic and Football Club This section needs additional citations for verification . (September 2011) The idea of establishing a rugby football club in Dewsbury originated among a few friends at a meeting at the Little Saddle Inn in 1875. Established with immediate effect, Dewsbury Athletic and Football Club enrolled between 30 and 40 members. On 20 November 1875, the first recorded match of Dewsbury Athletic and Football Club took place when they played Heckmondwike Church Society XV and lost by one goal, six tries and eight touch downs to nil. The first home game, it is generally held, took place on 4 December 1875 in a field off Sugar Lane, opposite the future Crown Flatt. In a 13-a-side "scratch" game, the two outfits - one selected by the Captain and the other by the Vice-Captain - fought out a draw. The club soon realised they needed a ground and the following year secured a sub tenancy at Crown Flatt for £200. During the course of the 1879-80 season the club colours changed from blue and cardinal to black, crimson and yellow. On 27 March 1880, the Yorkshire Cup semi-final against Wakefield Trinity drew an estimated 16,000 supporters to Crown Flatt which the local newspaper claimed to be the largest assemblage ever seen on a football ground in Yorkshire. 1881 saw the club's first success in the Yorkshire Challenge Cup beating Huddersfield , Bradford and Halifax before an Alfred Newsome drop goal gave them victory over Wakefield Trinity in the final. When York paid a visit to Crown Flatt on 25 September 1886, the home team took to the field wearing white jerseys that incorporated the borough's coat of arms. Dewsbury and Savile Cricket and Football Club Crown Flatt was rapidly gaining the reputation as one of the best-equipped ground in Yorkshire. This was further enhanced when the club purchased the famous "Noah's Ark" stand at a cost of £250. In 1888, the club amalgamated with Savile Cricket Club and United Clerks’ Cricket Club to form Dewsbury and Savile Cricket and Football Club. The Yorkshire Senior Competition was formed in 1892 and Dewsbury immediately became members. They made their Senior Competition début at Liversedge on 10 September 1892, Dewsbury were beaten 2-10. The club struggled and finished in the bottom three due to financial problems. The arrival of competitive leagues meant that attendances were increasing connected to on-field success. Dewsbury failed to adapt to the new era: attendances from then onwards topped 2,000 only on rare occasions. By 1895, Dewsbury were sporting blue and white. At the famous meeting at the George Hotel in Huddersfield , Dewsbury were the only members of the Yorkshire Senior Competition not to resign from the Rugby Football Union instead requesting permission to consult further. At a special meeting convened at the King’s Arms Hotel, Market Place, on 2 September, they elected to remain in the Senior Competition and marginally improved their position in the league to 10th. Next season however they were back at the bottom. On 22 November 1897, the General Committee of Dewsbury and Savile Cricket and Football Club elected to abandon rugby union with immediate effect. Of the 12 league matches contested by the club that season, all but one - and that a draw - were lost. In reply to the 156 points conceded, the team registered just two tries. The 0-5 loss to Otley on 13 November 1897 was the final rugby union game played at Crown Flatt. By the time of its demise, the football section had contested more than 500 matches. They withdrew from the league concentrating on soccer instead. New club formed On 21 April 1898 an historic meeting was held at the Black Bull public house to consider the possibility of forming a new Northern Union club. The question was discussed at some length and over £100 in donations was promised. Ironically it was local rivals Batley who helped Dewsbury gain election to the Northern Union. They were fully supportive of Dewsbury's bid and obviously looked
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Which English author’s novels are set in the imaginary county of Barsetshire?
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Anthony Trollope | British author | Britannica.com Anthony Trollope Jane Austen Anthony Trollope, (born April 24, 1815, London , Eng.—died Dec. 6, 1882, London), English novelist whose popular success concealed until long after his death the nature and extent of his literary merit. A series of books set in the imaginary English county of Barsetshire remains his best loved and most famous work, but he also wrote convincing novels of political life as well as studies that show great psychological penetration. One of his greatest strengths was a steady, consistent vision of the social structures of Victorian England, which he re-created in his books with unusual solidity. Anthony Trollope, oil painting by S. Laurence, 1865; in the National Portrait Gallery, London. Courtesy of The National Portrait Gallery, London Trollope grew up as the son of a sometime scholar, barrister , and failed gentleman farmer. He was unhappy at the great public schools of Winchester and Harrow. Adolescent awkwardness continued until well into his 20s. The years 1834–41 he spent miserably as a junior clerk in the General Post Office, but he was then transferred as a postal surveyor to Ireland, where he began to enjoy a social life. In 1844 he married Rose Heseltine, an Englishwoman, and set up house at Clonmel , in Tipperary. He then embarked upon a literary career that leaves a dominant impression of immense energy and versatility. The Warden (1855) was his first novel of distinction, a penetrating study of the warden of an old people’s home who is attacked for making too much profit from a charitable sinecure. During the next 12 years Trollope produced five other books set, like The Warden, in Barsetshire: Barchester Towers (1857), Doctor Thorne (1858), Framley Parsonage (1861), The Small House at Allington (1864), and The Last Chronicle of Barset (serially 1866–67; 1867). Barchester Towers is the funniest of the series; Doctor Thorne perhaps the best picture of a social system based on birth and the ownership of land; and The Last Chronicle, with its story of the sufferings of the scholarly Mr. Crawley, an underpaid curate of a poor parish, the most pathetic. The Barsetshire novels excel in memorable characters, and they exude the atmosphere of the cathedral community and of the landed aristocracy . In 1859 Trollope moved back to London, resigning from the civil service in 1867 and unsuccessfully standing as a Liberal parliamentary candidate in 1868. Before then, however, he had produced some 18 novels apart from the Barsetshire group. He wrote mainly before breakfast at a fixed rate of 1,000 words an hour. Outstanding among works of that period were Orley Farm (serially, 1861–62; 1862), which made use of the traditional plot of a disputed will, and Can You Forgive Her? (serially, 1864–65; 1865), the first of his political novels, which introduced Plantagenet Palliser , later duke of Omnium, whose saga was to stretch over many volumes down to The Duke’s Children (serially, 1879–80; 1880), a subtle study of the dangers and difficulties of marriage. In the political novels Trollope is less concerned with political ideas than with the practical working of the system—with the mechanics of power. Britannica Stories EU Considers Rules For Robots In about 1869 Trollope’s last, and in some respects most interesting, period as a writer began. Traces of his new style are to be found in the slow-moving He Knew He Was Right (serially, 1868–69; 1869), a subtle account of a rich man’s jealous obsession with his innocent wife. Purely psychological studies include Sir Harry Hotspur of Humblethwaite (serially, 1870; 1871) and Kept in the Dark (1882). Some of the later works, however, were sharply satirical: The Eustace Diamonds (serially, 1871–73; 1873), a study of the influence of money on sexual relationships; The Way We Live Now (serially, 1874–75; 1875), remarkable for its villain-hero, the financier Melmotte; and Mr. Scarborough’s Family (posthumously, 1883), which shows what can happen when the rights of property are wielded by a man of nihilistic tempera
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The Constable books - the Heartbeat stories (2011). Many other Constable books filled in the narrative between those two events. One of their many admirers was the Head of Drama at Yorkshire Television, and this led to the sale of the television rights to what eventually became Heartbeat . The early series not only used the location and many of the major characters of Nicholas Rhea's books, they also drew on his storylines. Nicholas Rhea played an active part in the storyline process throughout the show's lifetime, and his advice on police procedure and Yorkshire life in the sixties was always highly appreciated by the programme makers. When Heartbeat came to an end, Nicholas Rhea has decided that it was time for Constable Nick to take his well earned retirement. But neither he nor his readers were ready to say goodbye, and retirement has brought Nick new challenges, helping to create a small private police force of monk-constables serving Maddleskirk Abbey and its adjoining college. Constable on Trial There are more stories to be told, as well, about Nick's earlier life. Constable on Trial , the first volume of a projected new series, takes us back in time as Detective Constable Rhea, stationed in the popular seaside resort of Strensford as a somewhat raw recruit, is given an attachment to CID. As Nicholas Rhea explains, there is an autobiographical element in this, too: "When patrolling in uniform, especially in the lonely night hours, young constables would dream of becoming a detective or having their own country beat. I was no exception and although the seaside town where I served my two years' probation provided much of interest, the CID promised extra excitement and intrigue. Detective Constable Nick is kept busy as he endeavours to trace a stolen garden spade, a sleeping baby in a car driven away by a thief and someone who stole a make-shift hearse with a corpse on board. And who was the phantom knicker-pincher of Harbour Rise? He even finds himself in Aidensfield trying to outwit the roguish Claude Jeremiah Greengrass, and solving the case of the scary noises coming from a holiday cottage. Throughout his early days Nick, like many other detectives, nurses an ambition to arrest a murderer, but no opportunities come his way - until a killer on the run seeks refuge in Strensford and an elderly lady is found dead at home. Order Constable on Trial Constable over the Hill . Now at last the wheel has come full circle. During his final days at Aidensfield, Nick has much to consider, both private and professional. In addition to his personal concerns there are duties to complete as he struggles to balance his family's needs against the demands of the police service. However, crimes and general police duties cannot be ignored whilst the resident constable is preparing to depart. Nick is challenged to solve a centuries-old Aidensfield murder mystery but is also expected to trace a coal thief before he burns the evidence. And what is Claude Jeremiah Greengrass up to? He is secretly spending a lot of time in woodland without his beloved dog, Alfred. Intense pressure comes to Nick and his family because they must find a suitable house before he assumes his new responsibilities. Will the family purchase the police house? And is it true that Claude Jeremiah Greengrass is making a serious bid to buy it? As he struggles to finalise his ambitious plans, some surprising offers are made to Constable Nick as he prepares for the next stage of his career. Constable over the Hill
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Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR - Home of the NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl 51 Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR - Home of the NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl 51 Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR - Home of the NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl 51
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OTR Archives - Old Time Radio Network by oldtimeradio Jim Eldridge Parsley Sidings was a BBC Radio sitcom created by Jim Eldridge. It starred Arthur Lowe and Ian Lavender (who were also starring in the television wartime sitcom Dad’s Army at that time), together with Kenneth Connor from the Carry On films. The scripts are by Jim Eldridge (who would later go on to write for many more series, the most successful being the BBC’s King Street Junior). The show is set in a sleepy out of the way railway station on the main line between London and Birmingham, in the Midlands. The main characters are the station master, Mr Horace Hepplewhite (played by Arthur Lowe); his son, Bertrand (Ian Lavender); station porter Percy Valentine (Kenneth Connor); Mr Bradshaw, the signalman (also played by Kenneth Connor); and station tannoy announcer Gloria Simpkins (Liz Fraser, who was also in the Carry On films, and appeared in the Dad’s Army feature film). The guest cast in some episodes included Bill Pertwee (also from Dad’s army, appearing in episode 11) and Roger Delgado. The announcer for the programme was Keith Skues. Parsley Sidings – The 1890 Rocket (1972-01-02) psid_105 THE 1890 ROCKET_ Parsley Sidings Arthur Lowe and Ian Lavender The series was produced by Edward Taylor, and was broadcast on BBC Radio 2. Due to the BBC’s former practice of wiping tapes after the broadcast of a show, only a minority of the 21 episodes produced are still in their archives – Goodbye, Parsley Sidings and The Entente Cordialare aired on BBC 7 occasionally and have always been in the BBC archives, while A Night Out, A Bird in the Hand and The Secret Agent were recovered between 2001 and 2003 as off-air recordings from members of the public. These episodes too have been aired, in early 2007, on BBC 7. All the other episodes are known to exist in private hands. Many of the voices were acted by Kenneth Connor In 2008, more episodes were ‘discovered’, including the pilot and “The New Level Crossing”. It is not yet known whether these other episodes will be repeated. You can hear Parsley Siding on the British Comedy Channel at the following times: Weekdays at 16:00 GMT by oldtimeradio Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis During the 1940s and early 1950s, Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis created some of the most memorable hilarity in the history of entertainment. The Martin and Lewis Radio Show aired on NBC Radio from 1949 through 1953. The comedy team was comprised of singer Dean Martin (as the “straight man”) and comedian Jerry Lewis as the comedic “foil”. The pair first met in 1945; their debut as a duo occurred at Atlantic City’s 500 Club on July 24/25, 1946. Before they teamed up Martin was a nightclub singer, while Lewis did a comedy act in which he lip-synched to records. As a team, they worked in nightclubs, on radio and in television and films. In the team’s later years, it was no longer billed by the two men’s surnames alone, as in their early radio work, but by their full names: “Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis.” These separate identities helped them launch successful solo careers after the team’s dissolution. Inset “Skinny” D’Amato, owner of the 500 Club In 1945, Martin (born Dino Paul Crocetti in Steubenville, Ohio) met a young comic named Jerry Lewis (born Joseph Levitch, though some sources say Jerome Levitch; from Newark, N.J.) at the Glass Hat Club in New York, where both men were performing. Martin and Lewis’ official debut together occurred at Atlantic City’s 500 Club on July 24, 1946, and they were not a hit. The owner, Skinny D’Amato, warned them that if they didn’t come up with a better act for their second show later that same night, they would be fired. The Martin & Lewis Show from 7th July 1953, guest Marlene Dietrich MartinLewisShow530707_108_MarleneDietrich Huddling together out in the alley behind the club, Lewis and Martin agreed to go for broke, to throw out the pre-scripted gags that hadn’t worked and to basically just improvise their way through the act. Dean sang some songs, and Jerry came out dressed as a busboy, dropping plates and more or les
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The Library Mob was to be the title for which long running B.B.C. comedy series
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The Very Last of the Summer Wine - BBC News BBC News The Very Last of the Summer Wine By James Alexander BBC News 27 August 2010 Close share panel Media captionGreengrocer Andrew Bray gives a tour around Holmfirth The world's longest-running sitcom, Last of the Summer Wine, comes to an end this weekend. In the Yorkshire town where the series is set, fans are preparing to bid farewell to a TV institution. On a soggy afternoon in Holmfirth, the Last of the Summer Wine tour bus is almost full. Sightseers peer through the rain-streaked windows at the cobbled streets and lush green fields that are part of sitcom history. In this picturesque setting, three old friends ambled up hill and down dale - pondering life, plotting harebrained schemes and refusing to bow to the passing years. For the coach load of tourists following in their footsteps, the journey is bittersweet. After 295 episodes, the summer wine has finally run dry. "It's sad to see it go," says one woman who has travelled from Dorset. "It was funny without being crude." Her husband nods in agreement: "There was no bad language, so the whole family could watch. It's the end of an era." The era began in 1973, when the show was originally commissioned as a one-off for the BBC's Comedy Playhouse. It was a radical proposition - a sitcom about a gang of pensioners with nothing much to do and all day to do it in. It seemed an unlikely source of humour, but the antics of Compo, Foggy and Clegg were soon a hit with viewers. Tourist trail Audiences also fell in love with another character - Holmfirth itself. For many watching on a Sunday night, its gentle leafy lanes and unspoilt countryside seemed a comforting throwback to a bygone age. Image caption The town attracts sightseers throughout the year The show came at a good time for the Pennine town. The traditional textile industry was in decline and tourism helped revive the local economy. Today, visitors can have a cuppa in Sid's Cafe, see props in a special museum and even stay the night at Nora Batty's house. Some townsfolk resented the disruption caused by tourists and filming, but others welcomed the opportunities the show created. Ron Backhouse runs the local pub, The White Horse. He got on so well with the production team they gave him a part as the on-screen landlord. Despite no previous acting experience, he was in the show for 18 years. He recalls it was daunting to begin with. "I remember the first words I had to say - the tremors were there, and to get this out was unbelievable," says Ron. "Then I thought afterwards, 'they're all my mates now, so why be nervous?' And after that I took to it like a duck to water." Summer Wine facts Famous fans include the Queen, Prince Charles & Afghan President Hamid Karzai Broadcaster Barry Took suggested Holmfirth as the location BBC bosses disliked the title and wanted to re-name it The Library Mob The title song was composed by Ronnie Hazlehurst who also wrote themes for Reginald Perrin & Blankety Blank Critics At its peak in the 1980s, the programme was attracting 19 million viewers. The current series has pulled in around 4 million - still a sizeable audience in the multi-channel era, but many felt the jokes had become tired. There was a growing reliance on predictable slapstick gags involving things on wheels going downhill - beds, sofas, roller-skates. The show was parodied by Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer as Three Men in a Bath, in which the three main characters were shown rolling down a hill in a bathtub. Radio Times readers once voted it the programme they most wanted cancelled. Even in the town it made famous, many are unconcerned by the decision to scrap the show. A surprising number thought it had stopped years ago. Some residents are keen to see the area move on and show it has more to offer than cloth-capped Yorkshire stereotypes. I remember the first words I had to say - the tremors were there, and to get this out was unbelievable Ron Backhouse 'Never die' Back on the Last of the Summer Wine tour bus, there is no desire to let go of the past. Tour guide Colin Fro
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Monty Python's Flying Circus, Series 3 - TV Shows - TV SHOWS - Monty Python's Flying Circus, Series 3 "Monty Python's Flying Circus, Series 3" Director/Producer: Ian MacNaughton Broadcast on BBC1 In December 1971 the Pythons began recording their third BBC series, pushing themselves with more creative narrative development and more surreal characters (and, thanks to improved BBC budgets, more ambitious location shoots). The third series also marked the first Python episode in which a single story ("The Cycling Tour") took up the entire half-hour. Pushing the boundaries of taste, however, ended up inviting more oversight by the BBC's censors. Series Highlights Episode 27, "Whicker's World" (Original air date: 19 Oct. 1972) – Njorl's Saga; Multiple Homicide Trial; Police Pursuit Inside Body Animation; Stock Exchange Report; Mrs. Premise and Mrs. Conclusion Visit Jean-Paul Sartre; Whicker's World Episode 28 [No official title] (Original air date: 26 Oct. 1972) – Mr. and Mrs. Brian Norris' Ford Popular; Schoolboy's Extracurricular Activities; How to Do It; Mrs. Niggerbaiter; Farming Club; The Life of Tschaikowsky; Trim-Jeans Theatre Presents; Fish Slapping Dance; Submarine Fish Animation; Puss in Boots; BBC Budget Cuts Episode 29 [No official title] (Original air date: 2 Nov. 1972) – The Money Programme; Erizabeth L; Church Police; Jungle Restaurant; Ken Russell's "Gardening Club"; The Lost World of Roiurama; Argument Clinic Episode 30 [No official title] (Original air date: 9 Nov. 1972) – "Blood, Devastation, Death, War & Horror," featuring the Man Who Speaks in Anagrams; Merchant Banker; Nature Film; The House Hunters Animation; Mary Recruitment Office; The Man Who Makes People Laugh Uncontrollably; News Reader Gestures; BBC Announcers; "The Pantomime Horse Is a Secret Agent Film" Episode 31, "The All-England Summarize Proust Competition" (Original air date: 16 Nov. 1972) – The All-England Summarize Proust Competition; Everest Climbed by Hairdressers; Fire Brigade; "Party Hints With Veronica Smalls"; Language Lab; Travel Agent (Mr. Smoketoomuch); (Miss) Anne Elk Episode 32 [No official title] (Original air date: 23 Nov. 1972) – Tory Housewives Anti-Pornography Campaign; Gumby Brain Surgeon; Molluscs; The Minster for Not Listening to People; Apology (Politicians); Expedition to Lake Pahoe; The Silliest Sketch Ever Episode 33 [No official title] (Original air date: 30 Nov. 1972) – Biggles Dictates a Letter; Climbing Uxbridge Road; Lifeboat; "Storage Jars"; Why Television Is Bad for Your Eyes; The Show So Far; Cheese Shoppe; Sam Peckinpah's "Salad Days"; Apology; Interlude Episode 34, "The Cycling Tour" (Original air date: 7 Dec. 1972) – The Cycling Tour, Featuring Mr. Pither, Trotsky, Bingo-crazed Chinese, Clodagh Rogers and Dancing Monsters Episode 35 [No official title] (Original air date: 14 Dec. 1972) – A Bomb on the Plane; English Literature Housing Project; "Mortuary Hour"; The Olympic Hide-and-Seek Final; The Cheap-Laughs; Bull-Fighting; Chairman of the The British Well-Basically Club; Probe on the Planet Algon Episode 36 [No official title] (Original air date: 21 Dec. 1972) – Tudor Pornography; The Rev. Arthur Belling; The Free Repetition of Doubtful Words Things; "Is There?"; Thripshaw's Disease; Silly Noises; Sherry-Hoarding Vicar Episode 37 [No official title] (Original air date: 4 Jan. 1973) – "Boxing Tonight"; Dennis Moore; Astrology Sketch; Ideal Loon Exposition; Poetry of the Off-License; "Prejudice" Episode 38 [No official title] (Original air date: 11 Jan. 1973) – Choreographed Conservative Party Broadcast; "A Book at Bedtime"; Kamikaze Scotsmen; No Time to Lose; "2001: A Space Odyssey" Bone; Penguins; Spot the Loony; Rival Documentaries; New BBC Series Promos Episode 39, "Grandstand" (Original air date: 18 Jan. 1973) – Light Entertainment Awards With Dickie Attenborough; Oscar Wilde Sketch; Pasolini's "The Third Test Match"; David Niven's Fridge; Curry's Brains; Blood Donor; International Wife-Swapping; The Dirty Vicar Sketch The Making of The third series featured some of Python's most memorable bits: Denn
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Two Rugby League clubs play home games at a ground with the same name, Craven Park - Hull Kingston Rovers and which other team?
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Featherstone Rovers : definition of Featherstone Rovers and synonyms of Featherstone Rovers (English) Current season Featherstone Rovers are a semi-professional rugby league club, based in Featherstone , West Yorkshire , England. They currently play in the Championship . The Rovers are one of the last vestiges of "small town teams" that were once common in rugby league during the early twentieth century. To many people they are known as Fev or The Colliers, highlighting the close link between the club and the local mining community. The idea that if they were short of a player or two before match time they would trawl the local collieries to make up the numbers is purely a myth. In fact, the club and the town have a reputation for producing a conveyor belt of talented junior players with many of them playing at various Super League clubs. Featherstone is a small former coalmining town with a population of around 16,000 and for many years "Fev" have graced the top levels of the game in a manner that belies their small-town background. Their local rivals are Castleford , Wakefield Trinity and Leeds Rhinos . They have recently won the 2011 Co-operative Championship Grand Final against Sheffield Eagles as well as finishing top of the league table The club have won the Rugby League Challenge Cup three times, in 1967, 1973 and 1983, and been Champions once, in 1977 . Contents History Early years Featherstone Trinity RUFC were formed in 1889. Featherstone Trinity played their first game on the New Inn fields against Castleford Mill Lane Rovers. The following season in 1890, Featherstone had 19 games without defeat. [1] They dropped the Trinity to become simply Featherstone RUFC in 1894. Featherstone voted to join the Northern Union in 1898 and became the town's first rugby league team. They folded in 1902. A new club, Featherstone Rovers, was formed in the Railway Hotel in 1902, reformed in 1906 and joined the Northern Union in 1907. The club was originally made up of local miners and between 1912 and 1913 played at the Featherstone Main Colliery Welfare Ground. In 1913 Featherstone Rovers merged with Purston White Horse. Featherstone became a semi-professional club on 14 June 1921, beating Bradford Northern in their first game as a senior club. Their first game at Post Office Road attracted 4,000 fans. The finished 24th in their first season. They then finished 12th, 23rd, 17th, 15th, 11th and 3rd in 1927-28 Rovers reached the Championship final after just seven seasons, losing 11–0 to Swinton in the 1928 final. Rovers ended the 1928-29 season finishing 25th, although they were reached a cup final, beaten by Leeds in the Yorkshire Cup decider. The 1930s were a poor decade for Featherstone, finishing in the bottom half of the league in every season, and finishing bottom three times. Rovers' first major silverware was won in 1939/40, when they lifted the Yorkshire Cup . They finished 7th in the Yorkshire Emergency War League both in 1939-40 and 1940-41. The counties united in 1941-42 and Rovers finished 12th. They were a mid table side during these few years finishing 8th, 13th and 14th. Post-war As Rovers emerged from the Second World War in 1945, results were not as good as hoped finishing 13th in the first season post-war, they then finished in bottom few places in the league for the next few years. After two seasons in charge, former player Bill Sherwood gave way to a new coach, and the committee decided to go for a big name, which turned out to be Stan Smith . Rovers made a bright start and won their opening three fixtures, however, after beating Batley in November, Rovers lost 24 straight games and won only once more in the rest of the season, by which time Stan Smith had left the club. Bill Sherwood re-assumed the coaching role for three more seasons until 1951. Eric Batten came in as player-coach in the summer of 1951. From rock bottom strugglers, Featherstone were gradually transformed into a fit and competitive side, capable of matching the best in the league on their day. Rovers' first visit to Wembley Stadium w
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A Stroll Through The Eccentric Names Of Scottish Football Teams. – A Son of the Rock -- Jack Deighton A Stroll Through The Eccentric Names Of Scottish Football Teams. Posted in Football , Names at 14:00 on 30 September 2009 Last week I watched a TV programme fronted by Jonathan Meades which was an annotated travelogue through post-industrial Scotland. Meades’s starting point was the almost poetic litany of the names of Scottish football clubs as heard in the results on Saturday afternoons. Unlike those from England, very few of whom have names that are geographically indeterminate, at least at first glance* (the exceptions are Arsenal, Aston Villa, Everton, Queen’s Park Rangers, Port Vale, Tranmere Rovers; at a pinch Crystal Palace) and most of which are relatively prosaic (Swindon Town, Derby County, Bristol City) – only Nottingham Forest, Sheffield Wednesday, Plymouth Argyle and Crewe Alexandra have any rhetorical flourish - a disturbingly large number of Scottish teams’ names give no clue to their geographical location. *I know Arsenal were once Woolwich Arsenal and that Everton is a district of Liverpool – as Tranmere is of Birkenhead – but Port Vale (the club plays in Burslem) isn’t on maps any more – if it ever was – and the Crystal Palace is long gone: which just leaves QPR and Villa – which may well be a Birmingham geographical locator of which I am ignorant. The list of obscurely named Scottish clubs is much longer. I have already, of course, mentioned Kirkcaldy’s finest, Raith Rovers ( dancing in the streets of Raith .) There are two Saints – of Mirren and Johnstone (and until World War 2 there was a third; of Bernard’s) – a Clyde, a Hibernian, two Queens, Queen’s Park and Queen Of The South – famously the only football team mentioned in the Bible – an Albion Rovers and two Easts, of Fife and Stirlingshire, which could be located anywhere in their respective counties. In the case of East Stirlingshire their peregrinations actually took them as far west as Clydebank for a season before returning to their Firs Park home in Falkirk, which they have now had to leave; renting space at Stenhousemuir’s ground nearby. In this context Rangers and Celtic do not count as their full names include the prefix Glasgow. Similarly it is Greenock Morton. While Midlothian as a county no longer exists, Heart Of Midlothian – the actual heart of the county is in the centre of Edinburgh, not off Gorgie Road; and there is a mosaic over the spot which is supposed to confer luck if you spit into it (Edinburgh is not quite the douce place you might take it for) – are named for a Walter Scott novel, apparently via a local dance hall. Likewise the County of Ross is no more; in any case the eponymous club plays out of Dingwall. Was there ever a county of Stockport by the way? Yes, and no. A county borough apparently. There is a Raith estate in Kirkcaldy – and a former Raith cinema – so the name makes some sense; but it’s not on any maps of Scotland. Clyde are somewhat disappointingly so called because they first played by the banks of that river, though they now rent a ground in Cumbernauld from the local council. The Paisley club St Mirren are named after the local Saint, Mirin; St Johnstone from Saint John’s town (of Perth,) and the now long defunct St Bernard’s after a local well by the Water of Leith. East Fife are located in Methil in – err – east Fife. Like (Glasgow) Celtic, Hibernian FC’s name reflects the Irish roots of its founders but otherwise has no relevance to Edinburgh, or Leith if you must, where they are domiciled. Albion Rovers play home games in Coatbridge and were formed from a merger between teams called, rather prosaically, Albion and Rovers. Queen’s Park is obvious but its city isn’t. (Compare Queen’s Park Rangers.) There was, too, once a King’s Park club, but that was in Stirling. Queen Of The South is an epithet given to the town of Dumfries by the poet David Dunbar. The club which took the name amalgamated in 1919 from other teams in the area including 5th Kircudbrightshire Rifle Volunteers and
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Cork-born Danny La Rue dies at 81 Cork-born Danny La Rue dies at 81 Tue, Jun 2, 2009, 01:00 TRIBUTES WERE last night paid to Cork-born entertainer and female impersonator Danny La Rue who passed away at his home in Kent on Sunday night at the age of 81 following a short illness. La Rue, whose real name was Daniel Patrick Carroll, was born in Madden’s Buildings near Blackpool in Cork on July 26th, 1927, but his father died when he was just 18 months old and his mother moved the family to London when he was nine. Years later, when firmly established as Britain’s leading cross- dressing artist, La Rue joked to an audience at a show in Cork: “See what they did to me in England – I left in short pants and I’ve come back in a frock.” He was a regular visitor to Cork in the 1960s and 1970s, where he performed to a packed Cork Opera House. La Rue’s last performance in his native Cork was in 2005 when he played for a week at the Everyman Palace Theatre. Declan Hassett – a playwright, former theatre critic of the Irish Examinerand author of a book on Cork comedians, Make ’Em Laugh– recalled seeing La Rue’s performance in the Everyman Palace Theatre during that run. “It turned out to be his final visit home and his audience loved the performance in the Everyman Palace – Danny was very nostalgic and deeply moved by the great reception he got,” said Mr Hassett. Everyman Palace director Pat Talbot said he was “deeply saddened” to learn of La Rue’s passing and similarly recalled how emotional he became at playing in his native city after an absence of over 20 years. “We brought Danny over as part of Cork’s tenure as Capital of Culture in 2005 and he was very grateful and very humbled by our invitation – he played for a week and went down superbly well and was really moved by the reaction. ADVERTISEMENT “He hadn’t played here since the early 1980s and he actually thought Cork might have forgotten him. He used to go to Mass every morning in St Augustine’s . . . Older people in the congregation had recognised him and came up to him afterwards and younger people started coming up to him – he was very emotional about the reception he got both in the streets and every night here at the Everyman Palace.” Mr Talbot said La Rue was a devout Catholic and open about his homosexuality and saw no contradiction in that. “He was a very compassionate man and very generous – he had been very wealthy but lost his money due to bad business decisions, but he regularly helped out friends in hard times.” La Rue’s career as a female impersonator began when he donned a wig and eyelashes during a stint in the Royal Navy at a concert party at the end of the second World War. He spent years in repertory and variety before becoming a West End star in the late 1950s He opened his own nightclub in London in 1964, where celebrities such as Judy Garland, Warren Beatty, Shirley MacLean, Shirley Bassey, Noel Coward, Zsa Zsa Gabor and Elizabeth Taylor were all patrons. A regular on TV on The Good Old Days, La Rue received an OBE in the 2002 queen’s birthday honours list, but he suffered a stroke in 2006. He appeared in a biographical show Hello Dannyin 2007.
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Ireland mourns comic talent as 'Father Ted' actor dies, aged 45 | The Independent Ireland mourns comic talent as 'Father Ted' actor dies, aged 45 Monday 2 March 1998 00:02 BST Click to follow The Independent Culture THE Irish comedian and actor Dermot Morgan who died at the weekend was best-known in Britain for his portrayal of Father Ted in the eponymous, surreal Channel 4 comedy about three wayward priests banished to a bleak island. Morgan, 45, collapsed at a dinner party at his London home on Saturday night. He died shortly afterwards from a suspected heart attack. His earlier work in his own country arguably touched even greater heights, winning him mass public acclaim as Ireland's most subversive wit, but also eventual disapproval from faint-hearted media management. In Ireland many felt Father Ted sometimes reflected a sharper mirror- image of today's Catholic Church than the rosier Ballykissangel. Ted Crilly was by turns devious, cunning and disingenuous. Echoing the sex and embezzlement scandal involving the Bishop of Galway Eamon Casey, he was once reminded by fellow Craggy Island exile Father Dougal that parish funds had been traced back to his personal bank account. Dougal : You took the money, Ted Ted : It wasn't like that. Dougal : It was in your account Ted : It was only resting there. But despite the success of the programme, Morgan had recently admitted that he was looking forward to taking off the dog collar and possibly returning to the comedy circuit. "I wanted to get out of the dog collar because I've been doing priests for some time now. And I didn't want to be a Clive Dunn and do Grandad for the rest of my life," he said in an interview days before he died. "Ted's been a great door opener for me and I'll miss him and certainly working with such a great cast, but I have to branch out." He spoke vaguely about about having projects in the pipeline and a possible return to the comedy circuit. "There's a great buzz about stand-up, I've always loved it and that's hard to turn your back on. But if a straight role came along I'd never say never." The sitcom, which has turned the unpriestly curse of "feck" into a common catchphrase, is shown and loved in 10 countries and numbers Steven Spielberg and Madonna among its fans. U2's Bono requested a part in the series. Father Ted's success was some consolation for the silencing of Scrap Saturday, Morgan's hugely successful Irish radio satirical show, scripted jointly with his equally politicised collaborator Gerry Stembridge. Its finest moments came in the public pretensions of Charles J Haughey to international statesmanship, while hinting dangerously at seamy business links and the then-premier's abundant sexual appetites. Morgan had a uncanny ability to get inside Haughey's head. The character's private utterances to his trusty lackey, press secretary PJ Mara, enabled Morgan to glory in Haughey's every intonation and bilious prejudice. The character became part-Napoleon, part-Godfather, and imperious symbol of the nation. Morgan\\Haughey would thus describe his nearest neighbours to as "a nation of nobodies driving around the English Midlands on Sunday afternoons in their Austin Allegros". And venturing into distant Sligo grubbing for votes, Morgan/Haughey asked: "How come all my people look retarded, Mara?" The current Taoiseach, Bertie Ahern (himself satirised mercilessly by Morgan), said yesterday that he was deeply shocked by the performer's death and called him a "Prince" among modern Irish comedians. He said: "Dermot was one of the greatest entertainers ever produced by this country." More about:
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South America: Physical Geography - National Geographic Society South America: Physical Geography South America is a continent of extremes. It is home to the world's largest river (the Amazon) as well as the world's driest place (the Atacama Desert). Map by the National Geographic Society Largest Urban Area Sao Paulo, Brazil (20.4 million people) Highest Elevation Aconcagua, Argentina (6,901 meters/22,641 feet) Largest Watershed Amazon River (7 million square kilometers/2.72 million square miles) Population Density 57 people per square kilometer Most Renewable Electricity Produced Paraguay (99.9%, hydropower) South America, the fourth-largest continent , extends from the Gulf of Darién in the northwest to the archipelago of Tierra del Fuego in the south. South America’s physical geography , environment and resource s, and human geography can be considered separately. South America can be divided into three physical region s: mountain s and highlands, river basin s, and coastal plain s. Mountains and coastal plains generally run in a north-south direction, while highlands and river basins generally run in an east-west direction. South America’s extreme geographic variation contributes to the continent’s large number of biomes. A biome is a community of animals and plants that spreads over an area with a relatively uniform climate . Within a few hundred kilometers, South America’s coastal plains’ dry desert biome rises to the rugged alpine biome of the Andes mountains. One of the continent’s river basins (the Amazon) is defined by dense , tropical rain forest , while the other (Paraná) is made up of vast grassland s. With an unparalleled number of plant and animal species, South America’s rich biodiversity is unique among the world’s continents. Mountains & Highlands South America’s primary mountain system, the Andes, is also the world’s longest. The range covers about 8,850 kilometers (5,500 miles). Situated on the far western edge of the continent, the Andes stretch from the southern tip to the northernmost coast of South America. There are hundreds of peaks more than 4,500 meters (15,000 feet) tall, many of which are volcanic. The highest peak in the Andes, Aconcagua, stands at 6,962 meters (22,841 feet) and straddles the Argentina-Chile border . Aconcagua is the tallest mountain outside Asia. High plateau s are also a feature of the Andes. The altiplano of Peru and Bolivia, for example, has an elevation of about 3,700 meters (12,300 feet). The Patagonia region of Argentina and Chile consists of lower-elevation plateaus and rugged glacier s. Most plants in the alpine biome are small, and their leaves are stiff and strong to protect them from frost and drought. The largest herb in the world, Puya raimondii, is known as the Queen of the Andes. A Puya raimondii can live for 100 years and can grow to more than 9 meters (30 feet) tall. The leaves of this endangered species all grow from one woody stem , allowing moisture to run down the leaves to the base of the plant. Outside the Andes, South America has two principal highland areas: the Brazilian Highlands and the Guiana Highlands. Located south of the Amazon River in Brazil, the Brazilian Highlands are made up of low mountains and plateaus that rise to an average elevation of 1,006 meters (3,300 feet). The Guiana Highlands are located between the Amazon and Orinoco Rivers. The heavily forested plateau of the Guiana Highlands covers southern Venezuela, French Guiana, Guyana, northern Brazil, and a portion of southeastern Colombia. River Basins South America has three important river basins: the Amazon, Orinoco, and Paraguay/Paraná. The Amazon River basin has an area of almost 7 million square kilometers (2.7 million square miles), making it the largest watershed in the world. The basin, which covers most of northern South America, is fed by tributaries from the glaciers of the Andes. Every second, the Amazon River empties 209,000 cubic meters (7,381,000 cubic feet) of freshwater into the Atlantic Ocean. The Amazon River is the life force of the equally vast Amazon rain for
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Where the two oceans Where the two oceans Tweet on Twitter 18 December 2007 South Africa’s Cape coast attracts thousands of local and international tourists each year to witness the Indian and Atlantic oceans splashing together – or so they believe. Cape Point, an hour’s drive from Cape Town, cashes in on the visitors who flock to witness this supposed natural phenomenon. An estimated 800 000 people a year visit its spectacular cliffs, lighthouses and “Two Oceans” curio shops. However, the residents of Cape Agulhas – over 100km east of Cape Point – insist that visitors wanting to see the confluence of the two oceans will have to travel a little further south … Cape Agulhas residents want what they see as their rightful piece of the tourism pie – the town attracts about 250 000 tourists a year – arguing that visitors are tricked into believing the seas meet at Cape Point, and that the shops there trade under false pretences. According to CapeInfo.com’s Cape Agulhas web page , somebody did draw a line to demarcate where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet: the International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO), which describes the western boundary of the Indian Ocean as follows: From the coast of the Antarctic continent northwards, along the meridian of 20º E to Cape Agulhas (34º 50’S – 20º 00’E), the southern extremity of the Republic of South Africa, in Africa (the common limit with the South Atlantic Ocean). According to CapeInfo.com, this finding is accepted and applied by both the Hydrographic Office of the South African Navy and the Department of Oceanography at the University of Cape Town. A common misunderstanding fuelling the controversy, argues the web site, is “the erroneous assumption that oceans and currents are synonymous”. The Indian Ocean, on the east, is warmed by the Mozambique or Agulhas Current which flows down from the tropics, while the Atlantic, on the west coast, is cooled by the icy Benguela Current which comes up from the Antarctic. These two different oceans, the prevailing wind and the topography of South Africa combine to create lush forests and subtropical savanna on the east coast, gradually changing to desert or semi-desert on the west coast. Says CapeInfo.com: “The Agulhas Current brings warm water from the subtropics down the east coast of South Africa. From the region of East London, because of the widening of the continental shelf, the current flows further offshore and the coastal waters become cooler. On the west coast, the water is chilled by the north-drifting, cold Benguela Current. When the wind blows the surface waters offshore, deep water, which is rich in nutrients, swells up to replace it. “The changes in temperature along the coast bring about changes in marine life. One example, which is there for all to see, is the prolific kelp (Ecklonia maxima) forests which prefer the colder, nutrient-rich waters of the west coast.” These kelp forests, the web site argues, grow all the way along the west coast, past Cape Point in an easterly direction – only as far as Cape Agulhas. “This fact supports the argument that the dividing line between the warm and cold waters is more often at Cape Agulhas than anywhere else … However, because of the effect of the south-easterly and north-westerly winds, the warm current can on occasion drift even as far as Cape Point.” What about the warmer temperature of the waters in False Bay, just to the East of Cape Point? This, Cape Agulhas argues, is merely due to False Bay’s being shallow and sheltered and hence not affected by the currents to the same extent as the waters of the open sea. Who is right, asks The Economist in a January 2002 article sub-titled “South Africa’s oceanic squabble”, noting that oceans are divided by man, not nature, and quoting University of Cape Town oceanographer Howard Waldron: “Oceans exchange water all the time, and there is never a neat dividing line.” SAinfo reporter Would you like to use this article in your publication or on your website? See: Using SAinfo material TAGS
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ToxicFree Foundation Fagus Sylvatica What is it? Fagus sylvatica is a species of tree in the Fagaceae, or beech, family. It is native to forests in central and southern Europe, but has been introduced elsewhere. This tree has been used in traditional herbal medicine as an antiseptic and expectorant to treat many health conditions. It is also made into a homeopathic remedy and is one of the Bach flower essences. These remedies are generally regarded as safe. Key Information Epilepsy: Homeopathic doctors may prescribe Fagus sylvatica as a remedy for epilepsy, as well as headaches, or vertigo. Hydrophobia: Those with hydrophobia, or fear of water, might be treated withFagus sylvatica as well. More Information Commonly known as the European beech or common beech tree, Fagus sylvatica grows to be between 50-60 feet (15.2-18.3 meters) tall, with a spread of 35-50 feet (10.6-15.2 meters), making it an excellent shade tree. In April and May, this beech species produces green-yellow flowers, which yield edible beechnuts in the fall. Its dark green leaves are up to 4 inches (10 centimeters) long and have visible veins that run parallel to one another. The leaves turn golden bronze in the fall. Articles about Beech Bud Extract No articles were found
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Learn and talk about Dave Swarbrick, Alumni of Birmingham Institute of Art and Design, British folk rock musicians, Electric folk musicians, English fiddlers "Sloth" from Full House (1970) David Cyril Eric Swarbrick (5 April 1941 – 3 June 2016) was an English folk musician and singer-songwriter. He has been described by Ashley Hutchings as 'the most influential [British] fiddle player bar none' and his style has been copied or developed by almost every British and many world folk violin players who have followed him. [1] He was one of the most highly regarded musicians produced by the second British folk revival , contributing to some of the most important groups and projects of the 1960s, and he became a much sought-after session musician , which led him throughout his career to work with many of the major figures in folk and folk rock music. [2] His work for the group Fairport Convention from 1969 has been credited with leading them to produce their seminal album Liege & Lief (1969) which initiated the electric folk movement. This, and his subsequent career, helped create greater interest in British traditional music and was highly influential within mainstream rock. After 1970 he emerged as Fairport Convention's leading figure and guided the band through a series of important albums until its disbandment in 1979. He also played in a series of smaller, acoustic units and engaged in solo projects. He maintained a massive output of recordings and a significant profile and made a major contribution to the interpretation of traditional British music. Contents History[ edit ] Early career to 1968[ edit ] Born in 1941 in New Malden , now in Greater London, his family moved to Linton , near Grassington , North Yorkshire, where he learned to play the violin. [3] In the late 1940s the family moved to Birmingham , where he attended Birmingham College of Art (now absorbed into the Birmingham Institute of Art and Design ) in the late 1950s, with the intention of becoming a printer. [4] After winning a talent contest with his skiffle band, he was introduced to Beryl and Roger Marriott. The Marriotts took him under their wing and Beryl discovered that he had played the violin up until the skiffle craze; she actively encouraged him to switch back to the fiddle, and he joined the Beryl Marriott Ceilidh Band. [3] He joined the Ian Campbell Folk Group in 1960 and embarked on his recording career, playing on one single, three EPs and seven albums with the group over the next few years. [5] He also played on recordings for the three most important figures in the British folk movement of the time A. L. Lloyd , Ewan MacColl , and McColl's wife Peggy Seeger , as well as part of several collections to which the Ian Campbell Group contributed. [6] From 1965 he began to work with Martin Carthy , supporting him on his eponymous first album . [5] The association was such a success that the next recording, Second Album (1966), gave them equal billing. They produced another four highly regarded recordings between 1967 and 1968, including Byker Hill (1967), whose innovative arrangements of traditional songs made it one of the most influential folk albums of the decade. [6] Swarbrick also played on albums by Julie Felix , A. L. Lloyd and on the radio ballads , and became perhaps the most highly regarded interpreter of traditional material on the violin and certainly one of the most sought-after session musicians. [5] Session work and Fairport Convention in 1969–79[ edit ] Swarbrick as a member of Fairport Convention , appearing on the Dutch television show TopPop in 1972 Originally, it was as a session musician that Swarbrick was called in by Joe Boyd , the manager of rising folk rock group Fairport Convention , in 1969, to undertake some overdubs on the Richard Thompson -penned track "Cajun Woman". [5] Fairport had decided to play a traditional song " A Sailor's Life ", which Swarbrick had previously recorded with Carthy in 1969, and he was asked to contribute violin to the session. The result was an eleven-minute mini-epic that appeared on the 1969
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Ananas comosus – Pineapple – Hawaiian Plants and Tropical Flowers Synonyms: Ananas ananas, Bromelia ananas, B. comosa Common Name: Pineapple Duration: Perennial Growth Habit: Herb/Forb Hawaii Native Status: Cultivated. This commercial food plant is native to Brazil. It was brought here to Hawaii in the early 1800s. Flower Color: Violet. The more conspicuous inflorescences are pink or brown. Height: Up to 5 feet (1.5 m) tall, but usually around 3 feet (90 cm) tall Description: The pineapple-shaped, reddish or brownish inflorescences have numerous small flowers and are crowned with small leaves. The individual flowers are relatively inconspicuous, violet, tube-like, and have 3 petals, 3 sepals, and 6 stamens. In the tropical Americas, the flowers are pollinated by hummingbirds (which are not found here in Hawaii), and only the pollinated flowers will produce seeds. The inflorescences are followed by large, 6 to 12 inch (15 to 30 cm) long, round to egg-shaped, pinecone-like, leafy-topped, green to blackish, ripening to yellow, orange, reddish, or purplish compound fruits (pineapples) with white or yellow flesh. Each hexagonal section of the pineapple is actually an individual fruit. The leaves are glaucous, dull green, purplish, reddish, or striped with pink, yellow, or white, sword-shaped, spine-tipped or merely point-tipped, and either smooth-edged or edged with spiny teeth. The rosette-like leaves are spirally arranged on short, stout stems. Here in Hawaii, these plants are commercially cultivated and reproduce asexually by suckers, offshoots (slips), or by the planting of the leafy fruit tops. The similar Red Pineapple (Ananas bracteatus) has more colorful, spiny inflorescences and smaller fruit. Special Characteristics Edible – The ripe fruit is edible either raw or cooked and is the familiar pineapple found in grocery stores. The leathery rind, leafy top, and tough core are removed and the sweet, juicy, tangy, acidic, yellow or white flesh is eaten. Besides being edible themselves, the fruits also contain bromelain, which is used in meat tenderizers and for various medicinal purposes. Poisonous – The green, unripe fruits are poisonous and can cause throat irritation and gastrointestinal upset if eaten. Sap from the leaves contains ethyl acrylate and calcium oxalate crystals and can cause minor skin irritation and severe mouth pain if ingested. Classification
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1511st (2) by Mike Hall (page 23) - issuu issuu IN THE KNOW INTERACTIVE Trivia Quiz If you think you’ve got what it takes to beat our monthly brain buster, take our quiz and prove your intellectual talents! 1 What code name was given to Nazi Germany's plan to invade Britain during the Second World War? 11 12 Which country only switched to the modern Gregorian Calendar on January 1, 1927? Olibanum is the Medieval Latin alternative English word for which Biblical aromatic resin? The splanchnocranium refers to the bones of which defining part of the human body? 13 Which city, mythically founded by a twin saved by a shewolf, was built on the seven hills, east of the River Tiber called Aventine, Caelian, Capitoline, Esquiline, Palatine, Quirinal and Viminal? 3 Used to measure the height of horses, how many inches are there in one hand? 14 On which Mediterranean island is the famous nightlife holiday resort of Magaluf? 4 5 Apiphobia is the fear of what creatures? What are metal rope-fixings on a boat and cyclist's shoes? Occurring twice yearly, what name is given to a day consisting of twelve hours of daylight and twelve hours of darkness? 6 Which country is the natural habitat of the emu? 16 How many times does the second-hand of a clockwork clock 'tick' (move) while the hour hand completes one full rotation? 7 8 17 What's the common technical term for the removal of a president from office, due to wrongdoing? How many hurdles are there in a 400 metres hurdles race? 18 Which famous corporate logo changed to a flat colour/colour sans serif font in its first major change since 1999? K'ung Futse (Venerated Master Kong) is better known as which major philosopher and religious founder? 9 19 Japan's NTT DoCoMo mobile phone company developed which texting icon 'pictograph' series, Japanese for 'picture' and 'character'? 20 The flags of China, Japan, Argentina, Uruguay, Greenland and Bangladesh share what common feature? 1. Operation Sea Lion. 2. Turkey. 3. Four. 4. Bees. 5. Equinox. 6. Australia. 7. Ten. 8. Google. 9. Emoji. 10. Geronimo. 11. Frankincense. 12. Face. 13. Rome. 14. Majorca. 15. Cleats. 16. 43,200 (12 hours x 60 minutes x 60 second 'ticks'). 17. Impeachment. 18. Confucius. 19. Mexico City. 20. Sun. Answers: 10 What Native American Apache Indian chief 's name became an exclamation of exhilaration? What's the largest capital city without a river, and also the oldest capital of its continent? November15 TalkMagazine
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Colors of Heraldry - Knowledge Base, HouseofNames.com Colors of Heraldry Gules (Red) Red, with the former name of Belic, is the military colour for excellence and fortitude. Red corresponds to the metal copper and is denoted in engravings by numerous perpendicular lines. It also represents fire and summer. Ancient laws restricted its use to princes and their families. Red is symbolic of nobility, boldness and ferocity. Purpure (Purple) Purple is a rare colour in early rolls of arms. In heraldic terms it is referred to as �purpure.� This is the traditional colour of kings and royalty, and therefore, signifies justice and majesty. In engravings, it is expressed by lines in bend sinister, or slanting to the left. Tawny (Orange) An orange is the name given to a tawny roundle, a roundle being any circular charge of colour or metal. It is supposed to represent a tennis ball. Tennis was once a game played strictly by royalty and nobles and the orange indicates that the bearer was a member of that class; however, the orange is seldom met in heraldry. Azure (blue) Blue was called "azure" by heralds, and represents the colour of an eastern sky on a clear day. It also corresponds to the metal tin. The word, "azure" was introduced from the east during the Crusades. It signifies piety and sincerity, and is equated with autumn. In engravings it is represented by horizontal lines. Sable (black) Black, the coldest of the colours, corresponds to lead. Black, or "sable," is symbolic of sadness. It also corresponds with winter and is a humble color, suitable for the deeply religious. It denotes the qualities of knowledge, piety, serenity and work. Engravers represent it with numerous horizontal and vertical lines crossing each other. Vert (green) Green, or in heraldic terms, "vert," signifies felicity and pleasure. It was symbolic of joy, youth and beauty. Green was also associated with the spring. The bearer of the green is obliged to defend the peasant and all who work on the land. It is expressed in engravings by lines in bend, or slanting to the right.
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Fictitious and Symbolic Creatures in Art, by John Vinycomb search engine by freefind Project Gutenberg's Fictitious & Symbolic Creatures in Art, by John Vinycomb This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org Title: Fictitious & Symbolic Creatures in Art With Special Reference to Their Use in British Heraldry Author: John Vinycomb Release Date: September 22, 2012 [EBook #40825] Language: English Character set encoding: UTF-8 *** START OF THIS PROJECT GUTENBERG EBOOK SYMBOLIC CREATURES IN ART *** Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) PREFACE nder the title of this book it is proposed to describe and illustrate only those fictitious and symbolic creatures which appear in British Heraldry. The list will include all those beings of whose existence we have not the direct evidence of our senses, and those exaggerations and combinations of natural forms which have been adopted in the system of symbolic heraldry handed down to us from the Middle Ages. Many of the ideas of the writers of that period were undoubtedly derived from still earlier sources, namely, classic story, sacred and legendary art, and the marvellous tales of early travellers; others were the coinage of their own fancies and their fears. As these unreal beings are constantly met with in symbolic art, of which heraldry is the chief exponent, it may be assumed that they have been [Pg vi] adopted in each case with some obvious or latent meaning, as in the case of real animals; they may, therefore, equally lay claim to our consideration as emblems or types, more especially as less attention has been devoted to them and the delineation of their forms by competent artists. The writer has been led into considering and investigating the subject with some degree of attention, from finding the frequent need of some reliable authority, both descriptive and artistic, such as would enable any one to depict with accuracy and true heraldic spirit the forms and features of these chimerical beings. Books of reference on heraldry unfortunately give but a meagre description of their shapes, with scarcely a hint as to their history or meaning, while the illustrations are usually stiff and awkward, representing a soulless state of art. It cannot be said that artists at any period have succeeded, even in a remote degree, in embodying the highly wrought conceptions of the poets concerning these terrible creatures of the imagination. Milton seems to have carried poetic personification to its utmost limits. Who, for instance, could depict a being like this: “Black it stood as night, Fierce as ten furies, terrible as hell!” [Pg vii] Out of the ambiguous and often conflicting accounts of different authors and the vagaries of artists it became no easy task to arrive at a clear conception of many of the forms of these ideal monsters. The poet’s pen may turn them to shapes, shadowy at the best; but the artist who follows the poet in endeavouring to realise and give tangible shape to these ideas finds it beyond his art to give material form and expression to his personifications with anything like photographic fidelity. Such shadowy beings prefer the dim light of allegory to the clear sunlight of reason, and shrink from closer inspection. Like all spectres they are ever most effective in the dark. In the childhood of the world, from the dawn of history, and all through the dim and credulous ages past, many such illusions have performed an important part in influencing the thought and lives of mankind. Over many lands these inherited ideas still exercise a paramount influence, but in the enlightenment of the coming time it is probable their power, like that of an evil dream, will fade entirely away with the dawn of a brighter day, a
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Mary of Modena: Biography on Undiscovered Scotland Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, Where Mary Lived with James in the Years Around 1680 Mary of Modena lived from 5 October 1658 to 7 May 1718. Also known as Queen Mary of England, Scotland and Ireland she became the second wife and Queen Consort of James VII/II and was the mother of James Francis Edward Stuart, the "Old Pretender". The wider picture in Scotland at the time is set out in our Historical Timeline. Born Mary Beatrice Eleanor Anne Margaret Isabel d'Este, Mary was the eldest child and only daughter of Alfonso IV, Duke of Modena and his wife, the former Laura Martinozzi. On 20 September 1673 Mary was married by proxy in a Catholic ceremony to James, Duke of York, later to be James VII/II. On 21 November 1673 they were married in person in a Protestant ceremony in England. Mary was James' second wife. His first wife Anne Hyde had died leaving him with two Protestant daughters, Mary (later Queen Mary II ) and Anne (later Queen Anne ). Mary of Modena was viewed by many English Protestants as an agent of Pope Clement X, who had been instrumental in effecting her introduction to James. James' recent conversion to Catholicism had dismayed many of his subjects, and his marriage to Mary was seen by many as a prelude to the reversal of the Reformation and the re-establishment of Great Britain as a Catholic nation. One result was the need felt by King Charles II to keep James well clear of London. This resulted in James' appointment as King's Commissioner to Scotland from 1680 to 1682, though he and Mary had been living in Edinburgh for some time previously. Mary and James had a number of stillborn children, but on 10 June 1688, Mary gave birth to a healthy boy, James Francis Edward Stuart who, all else being equal, would in due course succeed James VII/II as James VIII/III. All else was not equal, however, and the prospect of a Catholic Stuart dynasty spurred the Protestants into action. On 30 June 1688 a group of Protestant nobles asked William, Prince of Orange, by now married to James' elder daughter Mary, to come to England with an army to overthrow James. James was confident he would prevail, and turned down offers of military assistance from Louis XIV of France. But when William of Orange landed in Brixham in south west England on 5 November 1588 at the start of the "Glorious Revolution", much of James' army switched allegiance to him; and even James' younger daughter Anne came out in support of William and Mary. On 10 December 1688 Mary of Modena fled to France with her son James. The following day James VII/II tried to follow. He was caught in Kent, but William allowed him to leave on 23 December 1688. James was welcomed by Louis XIV, who offered him a palace and a large pension. James and Mary had one further child, Princess Louisa Maria, who died of smallpox at the age of nineteen. Their son, James Francis Edward Stuart would become the figurehead of decades of Jacobite rebellion in Britain, and in Scotland in particular, that would only end at the Battle of Culloden in 1746. Mary herself died at the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye near Paris in 1718.
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Royal Russia - 300th Anniversary of the Romanov Dynasty 1913 ||| VISIT OUR ROMANOV BOOKSHOP ||| RETURN TO WELCOME TO ROYAL RUSSIA ||| Tercentenary of the Accession of the House of Romanov (1913). This film was released to commemorate the 300th anniversary of Romanov rule in Russia, and is said to have had the blessing of Tsar Nicholas II himself. Note: The last part of the film offers vintage film footage of Emperor Nicholas II and his family The House of Romanov was the second and last imperial dynasty to rule over Russia, reigning from 1613 until the February Revolution abolished the crown in 1917 On 11 December, 1912, on the first page of his lined exercise-book, the eight-year-old boy, who was the heir to the Russian throne, started his records, his hand unsteadily forming letters: "The Romanova House, Mikhail Feodorovitch. 32 years." Tsar Mikhail Feodorovitch became the first tsar of the Romanov dynasty, and his ascendancy to power in 1613 would put an end to the Time of Troubles, one of the most distressful periods in Russian history. The death of the cruel and powerful Tsar Ivan IV (Ivan the Terrible) resulted in the Russian crown being fought over by numerous claimants, all implacable rivals. The ascendant boyar (aristocracy in old Russia) parties of the Godunovs, Shuiskiys, Vorotynskiys and Trubetskoys exhausted one another in political and military tussles, and they eventually abandoned the battlefield, leaving it to countless rogues who vied to be successors to the Russian throne. They were all replaced and superseded by the Poles. On 27 August, 1610, Moscow swore allegiance to Wladislaw, son of Sigsmund III of Poland. There seemed to be no power able to rescue this vast country from devastating internal dissension, popular disorder, plunder and violence. The Russian Imperial family in Moscow during the tercentenary celebrations. From the abyss of chaos there emerged a great hope for the unity of the Russian people. It was given a tremendous impetus by the necessity of safeguarding the Orthodox faith from encroachement by the Roman Catholic Poles. Prince Dimitri Pozharskiy and a citizen of Nizhni Novgorod, Kozma Minin, stood at the head of the anti-Polish movement. It was not only a struggle against religious oppression that inspired the uprising--Pozharskiy dreamed of a Russian tsar who would rule out all discord and soothe internal dissension. That was the most cherished aspiration of the long suffering Russian people who had to bear the ravages of the Tumult. "Without a sovereign we will not survive for long, for there is no one to care for the realm and no one to provide for God's servants," the people of Rus (name of ancient Russia) used to say. Hetman Gonsevski, having been defeated in the battle of Moscow, soon afterwards the Poles were driven away from Russia. Now the main problem had to be faced. In January 1613, the Zemsky Sobor, the Russia's national assembly, convened to elect the tsar. First and foremost, it was resolved not to elect any bogus foreigners. Then the contenders were to be nominated. The claims by Princes Shuiskiys, Trubetskoys and Vorotynskiys, the surviving descendants of the Rurik dynasty, which had been ruling Russia hitherto, were rejected in the fear that their candidates may have led to a recurrence of the dreaded Time of Troubles. In 1913, the first postage stamps depicting Russian tsars were issued. After endless disputes suddenly the name of Mikhail Romanov came up. He was a sixteen year-old youngster who had lived together with his mother in the village of Domnino not far from Kostroma. The Romanovs had been separated and exiled by Tsar Boris Godunov. The baby Mikhail had lived with aunts for several years before the mother and son were allowed to live together. The nomination of the young boyar whose family had not been involved in the disreputable turmoil that had wracked Russia, won the sympathies of the entire assembly. The eight year-old Tsarevich Alexei recorded this event in his history exercises: "Before he was elected to reign Mikhail Feodorovich had lived with his
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America's Sweetheart | Uncyclopedia | Fandom powered by Wikia edit Mary Pickford The original "America's sweetheart" was Canadian actress Mary Pickford. As a child, Mary specialized in silent pictures to promote the adage "children should be seen and not heard." By 1914, she had become an international phenomenon: not only was she known as "America's Sweetheart" in Hollywood, she also became famous back home as "Canada's Sweetheart" and internationally as "The World's Sweetheart." Pretty soon she had earned fame as "France's Sweetheart," "Japan's Sweetheart," "The Sweetheart of The United Kingdom," and so on. In Soviet Russia , Mary Pickford sweethearted YOU!! (and you liked it, didn't you?) edit Shirley Temple The first American America's Sweetheart starred in motion picture roles from a very early age. Unlike Mary, Shirley acted in movies with sound, illustrating the truth that "children are noisy brats, get over it." Her movies included Stand Up and Jeer! , Heart Transplant , and That Reagan Girl (starring with Ronald Reagan ). In the 1960's, Temple ran for congress as a Republican supporting the Vietnam War, which earned her the new title "America's Redneck." Her ability to tap-dance to various politicians' tunes, to sing the song of whomever was in power, to act out whatever scenario was required, led to political appointments as ambassador to Ghana and Czechoslovakia. Shirley plans to reclaim her sweetheart title in a 2012 film comeback for her 84th birthday, declaring "if Betty White can still be America's Sweetheart, so can I!" edit Judy Garland Judy began her ascent to sweetheartdom at the age of 13, when she sang "You Made Me Love You" for Clark Gable at his birthday party (which, despite his claims of innocence, led to accusations in the media that Clark had imposed his irresistible charm on a minor). Indeed, Judy did learn a thing or two about sweetiness from Mr. Gable, which ultimately vaulted her to #1 on the Sweetheart charts in 1939. This time Judy sweethearted America with "Over the Rainbow" and the impossible-to-resist line that still makes us all swoon to this day: "I don't think we're in Kansas anymore, Toto." A charming 17-year-old does a road trip with three actors too brainless, heartless, and spineless to make a single move on her - nope, it ain't Kansas, that's for sure. edit Marilyn Monroe The debate as to what constituted a "sweetheart" heated up in the 50's, with "innocent" factions still supporting the prototypes of Temple and Garland, while others preferred more -- "guilty" types. But if Marilyn Monroe could not be all of America's sweetheart, at least she could well-loved by its baseball star, its playwright, and its president . Marilyn never missed a photo op, even if sometimes all she had on was "the radio". A movie star who never really ever got her own blonde jokes, Marilyn became a highly talented actress. No, really. Look in the mirror and seductively sing yourself "Happy Birthday." It's just not the same, is it? edit Annette Funicello Annette saw how Shirley Temple had started so young to get an "in" to being the next America's Sweetheart - clearly if everyone falls in love with you as a cute little child you have an advantage. So little A-N-N-E-T-T-E began her career on the M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E show. Y? Because she knew we'd like her. And because she knew as the years passed, the average American male letch would be holding back the hormones, waiting for the 18th birthday when it would become acceptable to enjoy her beach movies with Frankie Avalon. After all, being a "sweetheart" can have subtle intonations that, well, aren't so sweet. edit Meg Ryan Then there was Meg, who charmed us all in When Harry Met Sally... as the prim and proper, adorable college girl who could smile coyly, scrunch her eyebrows endearingly, and fake orgasms convincingly (it was the 80's, after all - even for sweethearts). Meg was such a hit that she got typecast in several more films as the all-American forlorn, lovestruck sweetie - cumulating in Sleepless in Seattle, where she not only h
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Sex in Cinema: 1984 Greatest and Most Influential Erotic / Sexual Films and Scenes Movie Title/Year and Film/Scene Description Screenshots Angel (1984) Writer-director Robert Vincent O'Neill's film was a wildly-successful New World Pictures' production raking in $23 million - the first in a series of trashy sexploitation films. It was followed by lesser films: Avenging Angel (1985) with Betsy Russell Angel III: The Final Chapter (1988) starring Mitzi Kapture and featuring rampant nudity and misogyny Angel 4: Undercover (1994) This infamous film was one of the most popular teen prostitute tales ever made, although it was very tame. It teased with the tagline: "High School Honor Student by Day, Hollywood Hooker by Night -- Her two worlds are about to collide. It's her choice. Her chance. Her life." It starred 25 year old Donna Wilkes in the title role as an innocent-faced, flat-chested, pig-tailed teen prep school student named Molly Stewart/Angel who was abandoned by her parents and masqueraded as a Hollywood, Lolita-like prostitute and vigilante (against a necrophilic, raw-egg sucking serial killer (John Diehl) dressed like a Hare Krishna). Angel was protected by well-meaning, off-beat street eccentrics, including paternal transvestite hooker Mae (Dick Shawn), her foul-mouthed bull dyke landlady Solly Mosler (Susan Tyrell), and B-movie actor-turned-street-roaming cowboy Kit Carson (Rory Calhoun). Shower/Locker Room Scene (unknown actresses) For a film of this kind, it was unusual that there were basically no sex scenes or nudity from the main star. There were only two basic instances of nudity - a gratuitous girls' locker room and shower scene, and a few quick glimpses of nude female slasher victim Lana (Graem McGavin) who asked her potential killer: "What are you waiting for, honey? Why don't you take your clothes off?" - before her body was discovered by Angel, bloodied in the shower. Angel (Graem McGavin) L'Annee des Meduses (1984, Fr.) (aka Year of the Jellyfish) This pretty-to-look-at exploitation film, a tale of sexual intrigue from France, based on writer/director Christopher Frank's own book, masqueraded as an art-house film. Amazingly, Caroline Cellier won the Cesar Award (French) for Best Actress – Supporting Role. In the same year, its sexy star Kaprisky also appeared in the artsy La Femme Publique (1984, Fr.) (aka The Public Woman) - see below. It featured the tagline: "Summer, the south of France...She's 18, less than perfect, and dangerous." The main character of the erotic thriller was pretty femme fatale nymphet Chris (Valerie Kaprisky), a sexually-fixated, vixenish female who was symbolically compared to a stinging jellyfish with a fatal sting. She actually sustained a jellyfish sting on her left breast, which she showed off later in the casino bar, after rescuing a young swimmer. She was told that the sting-scar would never go away. A menage a trois competition, an exhibitionist sexual rivalry of mother-daughter toplessness, was fought on the gorgeous beaches of the South of France at Saint-Tropez between: Chris Riveaut (Valerie Kaprisky), 18 years old ("less than perfect and dangerous") Claude (Caroline Cellier), Chris' 38 year-old mother, who was feeling "old" and "afraid" inside; she was vacationing in S. France, while her non-fun-loving husband Pierre (Pierre Vaneck) remained in Paris (but would soon arrive on the scene) Chris (Caroline Cellier) Chris (Valerie Kaprisky) on the Topless French Beaches Chris was suspicious of Romain
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Overview of Scrimshaw – The Whalers’ Art | New Bedford Whaling Museum Blog New Bedford Whaling Museum Blog The Whalers’ Art Definition and Etymology: These days, “scrimshaw” is taken to refer to all kinds of carving and engraving on ivory, bone, sea shells, antler, and cow horn. However, in its original context as a traditional shipboard pastime of 19th-century mariners, scrimshaw refers to the indigenous, occupationally-rooted art form of the whalers, the defining characteristic of which is use of the hard byproducts of the whale fishery itself – sperm whale ivory, walrus ivory, baleen (erroneously called whalebone), and skeletal whale bone, often used often in combination with other “found” materials. The origin and etymology of the term scrimshaw is unknown and has been disputed, but various forms of it – such as scrimsshander, skrimshonting, and skrimshank – began to appear in American whalemen’s parlance in the early 19th century. The term originally referred to the production of sailors’ hand-tools and practical implements, such as seam rubbers, fids, belaying pins, and thole pins, mostly made for the ship during working hours; but it soon came to signify objects made by whalemen–and, to a lesser extent, by tars in the naval and merchant services– primarily for their own recreation and amusement, intended mostly as mementos for folks at home. Materials: “Hard byproducts” of whaling were flotsam and jetsam of the fishery – parts of the whale that had little or no commercial value and thus could be given over to the sailors for their own pleasurable diversions. Sperm whale teeth could be polished to a high gloss, then engraved with pictures to which lampblack and colored pigments could be applied. Or they could be carved in relief or in full round, to produce sculptural forms, human and animal figures, finials, handles, tools, inlay, and all manner of ornaments for wooden boxes, canes, and other objects. Likewise walrus ivory. The walrus hunt had been associated with whaling since medieval times, and even where the whalers did not take walrus themselves (as was typically the case in the 19th century), tusks were obtained by barter with Northern peoples in Canada, Siberia, and Alaska, and were often utilized to scrimshaw. Virtually anything that could be made of whale ivory could also be crafted from walrus ivory. The characteristics of whale and walrus ivory are similar. The advantages of sperm whale teeth are (in especially fine specimens) its milky smoothness, homogeneity of texture, breadth, and rich color. However, a length of 20 cm (or 8 inches) is uncommonly large for a sperm whale tooth; 28 cm (11 inches) is just about the record. Walrus tusks, on the other hand, frequently range up to 70 cm (about 27 inches) or longer: they not only provide a larger surface for pictorial engraving, but can be cut and sliced and
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A group of which birds is known as a ‘Watch’?
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Group Names for Birds Group Names for Birds: A Partial List By Terry Ross A bevy of quail A bouquet of pheasants [when flushed] A brood of hens A building of rooks A cast of hawks [or falcons] A charm of finches A colony of penguins A company of parrots A congregation of plovers A cover of coots A covey of partridges [or grouse or ptarmigans] A deceit of lapwings A descent of woodpeckers A dissimulation of birds A dole of doves An exaltation of larks A fall of woodcocks A flight of swallows [or doves, goshawks, or cormorants] A gaggle of geese [wild or domesticated] A host of sparrows A kettle of hawks [riding a thermal] A murmuration of starlings A murder of crows A muster of storks A nye of pheasants [on the ground] An ostentation of peacocks A paddling of ducks [on the water] A parliament of owls A party of jays A peep of chickens A pitying of turtledoves A raft of ducks A rafter of turkeys A siege of herons A skein of geese [in flight] A sord of mallards A spring of teal A tidings of magpies A trip of dotterel An unkindness of ravens A watch of nightingales A wedge of swans [or geese, flying in a "V"] A wisp of snipe Any of these group names may properly be used by birders who wish to display their erudition, although it is probably linguistically inaccurate (and it certainly is bad manners) to upbraid someone who refers to "a bunch of ravens" by saying, "Surely you mean `an unkindness of ravens,' my good fellow." Most of these terms date back at least 500 years. Some of them have been in continuous use since then; others have gone out of fashion and been resurrected in the last century or two; still others only exist on lists. Most of these terms are listed in James Lipton's An Exaltation of Larks. Lipton's list is substantially based on very old sources. There were manuscript lists of group names in the 15th century, and these lists appeared in some of the first books printed in England. Many of them make their first appearance in John Lydgate's Debate between the Horse, Goose, and Sheep (1440); and Lydgate's terms along with others appear in The Book of Hawking and Hunting (also known as The Book of St. Albans) by Dame Juliana Barnes (1486). Whether Lydgate and Barnes coined any of these terms, or whether they were setting down the terms that were considered proper in their day is not known. Many of the terms did catch on, and the lists they appeared on were frequently reprinted. The best source I know for investigating the histories of English words is the Oxford English Dictionary. Unfortunately, on the question whether these terms ever were or still are appropriate, the OED is not entirely helpful. To make sense of the matter, I have placed the group names into groups-- GROUP A--The following group names are standard: A bevy of quail A bouquet of pheasants A brood of hens A cast of hawks A charm of finches A covey of partridges A flight of swallows A gaggle of geese A nye of pheasants A siege of herons A skein of geese A trip of dotterel A wisp of snipe GROUP B--These terms are not group names for a particular type of bird, but have been commonly used for many different types: Colony Company Flock Parliament Party GROUP C--These terms are archaic; they were once obsolete, but they have been revived somewhat in the 19th or 20th centuries: A building of rooks A murmuration of starlings A muster of peacocks A peep of chickens A sord of mallards A spring of teal A watch of nightingales GROUP D--These terms are obsolete; they appeared on the old lists, but almost nobody has used them in centuries: A congregation of plovers A dissimulation of birds A dole of doves A fall of woodcock A host of sparrows A paddling of ducks An unkindness of ravens GROUP E--These terms are not in the OED at all as group names for birds: A cover of coots A kettle of hawks A murder of crows An ostentation of peacocks A pitying of turtledoves A rafter of turkeys A tidings of magpies My categories are imprecise, but they provide some guidance about usage. Have no qualms about usin
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Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: 8th December The Questions Macclesfield Pub Quiz League Set by the Harrington Academicals vetted by the Dolphin Art and Entertainment – All Creatures Great and Small Dumb Britain History – A Hard Act To Follow Sport Vetted by: The Dolphin Arts and Entertainment – All Creatures Great and Small All of the answers contain the name of an animal – we just need to know that animal. 1 What is the alternative title of Wimoweh, a hit for the Karl Denver Trio in 1961 and Tight Fit in 1982. The song has been recorded (too) many times before and since The Lion sleeps tonight 2 This piece of music by Ralph Vaughn Williams was inspired by a poem by George Meredith The Lark Ascending This Janáček opera, based on a folk tale, was first performed in 1924 Cunning little vixen This rather nasty Ian Banks novel was his first to be published, in 1984 The Wasp factory An appalling song by Tom Jones, taken from the 1965 film of the same name What’s new pussycat This 1969 Hollywood film about dance marathons starred Jane Fonda They shoot horses, don’t they This Henry Williamson novel was made into a film in 1979 Tarka the Otter 8 This Mark Haddon novel was adapted for stage and is currently playing at the National Theatre The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time This Puccini opera was set in Japan Madame Butterfly This scatological track by the Macc Lads referred to a journey up the A537 No sheep ‘til Buxton Dumb Britain These questions have all been answered in UK quiz shows, and reported in Private Eye. Give either the correct answer to the question or the actual answer given by the contestant, shown in brackets. 1 At the battle of Trafalgar, what was Nelson‘s flagship? Victory Which company, founded in 1841 operated the first ever package tours? Thomas Cook What is the only Commonwealth country whose official language is Portuguese? Mozambique What was the reigning royal house at the start of the 20th century? Saxe Coburg Gotha Artist Ben Nicholson married which sculptress in 1938? Barbara Hepworth 6 What was the surname of the French revolutionary with Christian names Jean Paul who was assassinated in his bath? Marat Who composed Aida and La Traviata? Verdi Which ballroom dance represents the letter F in the Nato phonetic alphabet? Foxtrot What is the name of the herb that means wise or clever? Sage S2 Which American folk hero rode from Boston to Lexington in April 1775 to warn of British troop movements? Paul Revere Soda, lime and which other ingredient make glass? Silica (accept sand) Common, water and pygmy are which kinds of British mammal? Shrew 3 Which subatomic particle has a name first used by James Joyce in the novel Finnegans Wake? Quark 4 The existence of which particle, also known as the God Particle, was recently confirmed in a Large Hadron Collider experiment? Higgs boson For which kind of activity is a bathyscaphe used? Underwater exploration In cell biology, for what does the R in RNA stand? Ribo( nucleic Acid) 7 What is the molecule, used in AirWick as a deodorant, that is at the heart of plant photosynthesis? What is the branch of mathematics that deals with angles and lengths of a triangle? Trigonometry How many walking legs has a lobster? 10 What is the tallest grass? Bamboo History : A Hard Act To Follow. Who directly preceded the following in office? Robert Jenkinson, 2nd Earl of Liverpool, 1812 (Name required, not just “The 1st Earl” !) Spencer Percival 1 Sam Burgess has recently returned to Rugby League with which club?(subject to resolving a salary cap issue) South Sydney Rabbitohs 2 Four British boxers held versions of the World Heavyweight Title in the 90’s. Lennox Lewis and Frank Bruno were two, name either of the others. Herbie Hide and Henry Akinwande 3 In which sport has Brit Jonathan Marray been a champion? Tennis. He won the Wimbledon Men’s Doubles in 2012 together with the Dane Frederik Nielsen 4 13 years after originally closing due to financial problems, which Manchester sport
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Basiphobia | definition of basiphobia by Medical dictionary Basiphobia | definition of basiphobia by Medical dictionary http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/basiphobia Related to basiphobia: basophobia , stasibasiphobia bas·i·pho·bi·a (bās'i-fō'bē-ă), [G. basis, a stepping, + phobos, fear] basiphobia Morbid fear of being erect or upright. bas·i·pho·bi·a (bās-i-fō'bē-ă) [G. basis, a stepping, + phobos, fear] basiphobia (bā″sē-fō′bē-ă) [Gr. basis, a stepping, + phobos, fear] Fear of walking. 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: Copyright © 2003-2017 Farlex, Inc Disclaimer All content on this website, including dictionary, thesaurus, literature, geography, and other reference data is for informational purposes only. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.
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50 Interesting Facts | IAS 50 Interesting Facts Hypermetropic people are what : Long Sighted Which leader lives in the Potola : Dalai Lama What wood was the cross supposed to be made of : Mistletoe Joseph Levitch became famous as who : Jerry Lewis If you planted a bandarilla what are you doing : Bullfighting What was the first Pink Floyd album : Piper at the gates of dawn In which city was the first public opera house opened : Venice In what Elvis film did he play a double role : Kissing Cousins The Aphrodite of Melos has a more famous name what : Venus de Milo Which country invented the concentration camp Britain : Boer war John Huston scored a hit with his first film what? : Maltese falcon Stan laurel, Mickey Rooney, Lana Turner what in common : 8 marriages What real person has been played most often in films : Napoleon Bonaparte Scotopic people can do what : See in the dark What is the most critical thing keeping bananas fresh transport Temperature not below : 13 C 55F What is the name of the Paris stock exchange : Bourse Whose music featured in The Clockwork Orange : Beethoven What was the Troggs most famous hit : Wild Thing In Japan what colour car is reserved for the royal family only : Maroon What city has Kogoshima as its airport : Tokyo What was gangsters George Nelsons nickname : Baby Face Whose first wife was actress Jayne Wyman : Ronald Regan In MASH what is Radars favourite drink : Grape Knee High What do you give on the third wedding anniversary : Leather What is a baby whale called : Calf In which film did the Rolls Royce have the number plate AU1 : Goldfinger Vladamere Ashkenazy plays what musical instrument : Piano With which organ does a snake hear : Tongue On what is the Mona Lisa painted : Wood What is the second most common international crime : Art theft Count de Grisly was the first to perform what trick in 1799 : Saw woman in half Who wrote Les Miserable : Victor Hugo Which bird turns it head upside down to eat : Flamingo The colossus of Rhodes was a statue of who : Apollo Who rode a horse called Bucephalus : Alexander the Great To which London club did Mycroft Holmes belong : Diogones What did William Addis invent in prison : Toothbrush What is the only duty of police Gracthenvissers in Amsterdam : Motorists in canals Kleenex tissues were originally intended as what in 1915 WW1 : Gas mask filters Who invented popcorn : American Indians What is the colour of mourning in : Turkey Violet For what is spirits of salt another name : Hydrochloric acid Which game is played on an oval with 18 player per team : Australian football In the Winnie the Pooh stories what is Kanga’s baby called : Roo Which actor is common to Magnificent 7 and Dirty Dozen : Charles Bronson Who saved Andromeda from the sea monster : Perseus What flower is the symbol of secrecy : Rose What item were originally called : Hanways Umbrellas What is Brussels best known statue : The Mannequin Pis In which language does God Jul mean happy : Xmas Swedish SHARE
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Who composed the opera Otello?
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Otello: Synopsis Lodivico, Bass, Ambassador of the Venetian republic Soldiers and sailors from Venice and the people of Cyprus. The Opera takes place at the end of the Fifteenth Century. It occurs in a seaport in Cyprus. Act I a seaport in Cyprus. It is night and a storm rages. The Cypriots are gathered at the harbor awaiting the arrival of Otello's ship. The storm grows in intensity as the safety of the ship is in doubt. Women from the island join the men in a chorus calling upon God to deliver the ship and their General (Dio, fulgor della bufera!). The mainsail breaks and the ship heads toward the breakers. The crowd cries for help as Iago comments to Roderigo, "Let the sea be her tomb!" At that moment, the ship is saved to everyone's reflief. Otello bursts upon the scene proclaiming victory over the Turks. (Esultate!) The Cypriots join in the cheers proclaiming, "Long Live Otello!" The storm begins to disperse. Iago approaches Roderigo and asks about his thoughts (Roderigo, ebben). Roderigo is upset about Desdemona and how to win her love. Iago promises Desdemona to him: "No woman's weak vow is too difficult for my talents." He adds that the reason for his hatred of the Moor is Cassio. "Cassio usurped my rank - rank I earned many times over in battle." He adds, "I would not want an Iago around me." He leads Roderigo upstage to plot their course as a bonfire begins to blaze and roar. The Cypriots gather around it praising the fire (Fuoco di gioa). Iago calls upon Roderigo to fetch more wine for Cassio (Roderigo, beviam!). Cassio protests that he has had enough wine. Iago goads him into drinking more by toasting the marriage of Otello and Desdemona. Cassio praises Desdemona's radiance as Iago tells Roderigo to beware of Cassio: "He will get in your path. If he gets drunk, well, he is lost! Make him drink." Iago begins the brindisi (Inaffia l'ugola!) (1). Roderigo keeps filling Cassio's cup. The crowd joins the lively song as Iago and Roderigo succeed - Cassio becomes drunk. Iago tells Roderigo to start a quarrel with Cassio. Montano arrives to escort Cassio to his turn at guarding the castle. Cassio staggers toward Montano who inquires, "What do I see?" Iago retorts that Cassio is like this every evening. Montano says that Otello should be informed of this. Roderigo laughs at Cassio, who charges him as the two trade insults. Montano separates them, but is drawn into the brawl by Cassio. The crowd also joins in the foray as sword fights and general mayhem becomes the rule of thumb. Iago commands Roderigo to spread confusion and horror through the harbor. Iago then calls for the fighting to end. Montano is wounded as alarms sound and the chaos spreads. Otello bursts upon the scene, commanding everyone to drop their weapons (Abbasso... le spade!). He asks Iago to explain what has happened. Iago claims ignorance and adds, "I would rather have lost my legs than have them carry me to this sight." Otello turns on Cassio and asks how he could have forgotten himself so. He offers no explanation and instead asks for pardon. Otello discovers that Montano has been wounded. His anger increases. Desdemona enters as Otello strips Cassio of his rank. Iago declares triumph as Otello orders him to restore peace to the village. He then orders the area cleared immediately. The scene empties and Verdi begins one of the most expansive love duets he wrote. The duet is divided into three main sections. Otello declares that silence has finally arrived (Già nella notte densa). He rejoices in the embrace of his spouse and her love for him. Desdemona praises her superb warrior. She also remembers the lonely evenings apart and rejoices in their embrace. The duet turns to talk of their courtship (Quando narravi). Otello describes the battles he had told her about. She adds also of the time he spent as a slave. Desdemona praises him for the dangers he survived and Otello says he loved her for it. The mood changes as Otello is caught up in the esctasy of the moment (Venga la morte!). They both pray that their love will be eternal. Otello asks for a ki
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Music at Torrey Pines High School - StudyBlue StudyBlue Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun (Achille-)Claude Debussy The Carnival of the Animals (Charles-)Camille Saint-Saëns The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra (Edward) Benjamin Britten Mass in Time of War (Franz) Joseph Haydn Symphony No. 104 in D major, “London” (Franz) Joseph Haydn (Franz) Joseph Haydn (commonly attributed) Leopold Mozart (now believed) St. Paul Violin Concerto in E Minor (Jakob Ludwig) Felix Mendelssohn(-Bartholdy) The Child and the Enchantments (Joseph-)Maurice Ravel Piano Concerto for the Left Hand (Joseph-)Maurice Ravel Pavane for a Dead Princess (Joseph-)Maurice Ravel (Louis-)Hector Berlioz & Léon de Wailly and Henri Auguste Barbier Ride of the Valkyries The Twilight of the Gods (Wilhelm) Richard Wagner The Ring of the Nibelung (Wilhelm) Richard Wagner Symphony for Organ and Orchestra Aaron Copland Fanfare for the Common Man Aaron Copland Take a Chance On Me ABBA And God created great whales Alan Hovhaness I Wonder What the King is Doing Tonight Alan Jay & Frederick Loewe Lerner Little Shop of Horrors In the Steppes of Central Asia Alexandr (Porfiryevich) Borodin I Don't Know How to Love Him Andrew Lloyd Webber Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Andrew Lloyd Webber The Phantom of the Opera Andrew Lloyd Webber Don't Cry for Me, Argentina Andrew Lloyd Webber (music) Tim Rice (lyrics) Te Deum Symphony No. 9, “From the New World” Antonín (Leopold) Dvorák The Contest Between Harmony and Invention Antonio Vivaldi Three Little Maids from School Arthur Sullivan (music) Arthur Sullivan (music) W(illiam) S(chwenk) Gilbert (lyrics) Savoy operas Arthur Sullivan (music) W(illiam) S(chwenk) Gilbert (lyrics) Princess Ida Arthur Sullivan (music) W(illiam) S(chwenk) Gilbert (lyrics) Iolanthe Arthur Sullivan (music) W(illiam) S(chwenk) Gilbert (lyrics) Patience Arthur Sullivan (music) W(illiam) S(chwenk) Gilbert (lyrics) Trial by Jury Arthur Sullivan (music) W(illiam) S(chwenk) Gilbert (lyrics) HMS Pinafore Arthur Sullivan (music) W(illiam) S(chwenk) Gilbert (lyrics) The Mikado Arthur Sullivan (music) W(illiam) S(chwenk) Gilbert (lyrics) The Pirates of Penzance Arthur Sullivan (music) W(illiam) S(chwenk) Gilbert (lyrics) Tabula Rasa Music for Strings, Percussion, and Celesta Béla (Viktor János) Bartók Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson & Tim Rice (lyrics) In the Zone Funeral March of a Marionette Charles Gounod Central Park in the Dark Charles Ives Piano Sonata No. 2, “Concord, Mass., 1840-1860” Charles Ives Three Places in New England Charles Ives Charles Strouse (music) Martin Charnin (lyrics) Voice of an Angel Claude-Michel Schönberg (music) Alain Boublil (French lyrics) and Richard Maltby Jr. (English lyrics) Les Misérables Claude-Michel Schönberg (music) Alain Boublil (lyrics) The Return of Ulysses A Rush of Blood to the Head Coldplay I Get a Kick out of You Cole (Albert) Porter Cole (Albert) Porter (music and lyrics) Kiss Me Kate Cole (Albert) Porter (music and lyrics) Bella and Sam Spewack (libretto) The Creation of the World Darius Milhaud Blue Rondo A La Turk Dave Brubeck Dave Brubeck & Paul Desmond (words) Everyday Lady Macbeth of the Mtsensk District Dmitri (Dmitriyevich) Shostakovich Symphony No. 13, “Babi Yar” Dmitri (Dmitriyevich) Shostakovich Duncan Sheik (music) Steven Sater (book and lyrics) Undine Piano Concerto in A Minor Edvard (Hagerup) Grieg In the Hall of the Mountain King Edvard (Hagerup) Grieg Land of Hope and Glory Edward (William) Elgar Elton John (music) Tim Rice (lyrics) Encore Three Pieces in the Shape of A Pear Erik (Alfred Leslie) Satie From Under the Cork Tree Fall Out Boy The Dialogues of the Carmelites Francis Poulenc The Fair Maid of the Mill Franz (Peter) Schubert Gretchen at the Spinning Wheel Franz (Peter) Schubert On Hearing the First Cuckoo in Spring Frederick Delius Frederick Loewe & Alan Jay Lerner (lyrics/libretto) Camelot Frederick Loewe (music) Alan Jay Lerner (lyrics) Fauré Requiem The Daughter of the Regiment Gaetano Donizetti (music) V. de Saint-Georges and F. Bayard (libretto) Hair George Abbott, Jero
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The Crystal Palace was re-erected on which hill in South London after the Great Exhibition of 1851?
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The Great Exhibition at Crystal Palace, 1851 | Archexpo The Great Exhibition at Crystal Palace, 1851 « Tourism and Culture Historical background The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of all Nations in 1851 was the first universal exhibition. It took place from May 1 to October 15, 1851 in London. The official opening of the exhibition took place in Hyde Park, in the Crystal Palace, a huge building glass (400 tons) and metal (4,000 tons), designed for the occasion by landscape designer Joseph Paxton (1801 1865). An area of 7.5 ha, about 14 000 exhibitors from half over forty foreign countries, half of the British Empire, were divided into four sections that were taken during the post World Fairs: raw materials, machines, manufactures, works of art. It was later expanded and moved to the top of Sydenham Hill, south London in 1854, when Queen Victoria inaugurated for the second time.Just like in 1866, when a fire destroyed the north transept, the Palace blazed within hours November 30, 1936, visible 10 miles away. The Crystal Palace Foundation was established in 1979 to defend and respect the memory of this place, a symbol of a glorious period in English history. A Chinese conglomerate Zhongrong, established in 1992 in Shanghai by the current billionaire president Ni Zhaoxing, proposed a project of construction of an exact replica of the Victorian Crystal Palace by the end of 2018. View 1 : The Great Exhibition at Crystal Palace, 1851, Add. MS 35255 © The British Library Board View 2 : Crystal Palace. Lithograph by George Baxter The front of the Crystal Palace. Gravure, 1852 View 3 : Crystal Palace. Lithograph by T. Picken, after a painting by Philip Brannan from the North-East from Dickinson's Comprehensive Pictures of the Great Exhibition of 1851, published 1854 View 4 : The Crystal Palace in its original location; the South-Eastern corner of Hyde Park View 5 : Crystal Palace. Coloured lithograph by Augustus Butler © Science & Society Picture Library/Getty ImagesThe Crystal Palace View 6 : The Great Exhibition 1851. Lithograh by Ackerman View 7 : Joseph Paxton's first sketch for the Crystal Palace, june 1850. Première esquisse de Crystal Palace par Joseph Baxton, juin 1850 View 8 : Inside the Crystal Palace by Joseph Nash View 9 : Queen Victoria opens the Great Exhibition in the Crystal Palace in Hyde Park, London in 1851. Colour lithograph by Louis Haghe © Victoria & Albert Museum. View 10 : Nave looking to the 'foreign' exhibits View 11 : Crystal Palace. Interior transept by Joseph Nash and Haghe Roberts, 1854. British Library View 12 : Interior view of the Crystal Palace, 1851 © Victoria & Albert Museum View 13 : Crystal Palace. Visit of the Emperor and Empress of the French and Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Estampe, 1855 © BNF Palais de Cristal. Visite de l'empereur et de l'impératrice des Français: Napoléon III et Eugénie avec la reine Victoria et le prince Albert. Estampe, 1855 © BNF View 14 : Crystal Palace. Opening by Queen Victoria, 10 June 1854. Watercolour by Joseph Nash View 15 : Crystal Palace in Sydenham, 1870 © Crystal Palace Museum View 16 : Crystal Palace in Sydenham. General view from Water Temple, 1854. Photograph by Philip Henry Delamotte. View 17 : Crystal Palace in Sydenham. From Italian terrace. Postcard. View 18 : Remains of the north end after 1866 fire © Crystal Palace Museum View 19 : Crystal Palace destruction after 1866 fire © Crystal Palace Museum View 20 : Crystal Palace in fire. November 30th 1936 © London Illustrated News View 21 : Crystal Palace's awful aftermath after 1936 fire © London Illustrated News These six images are the only colour photographs ever taken of the Crystal Palace before the fire destroyed the building. Photographed in Dufay coulour by Arthur Talbot, August 1936 © Crystal Palace Museum :
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London Olympic venues Sports - Athletics, opening and closing ceremonies. VeloPark Sports - Cycling Track, Cycling BMX London Olympic Venues Earls Court is in West London Sport: Volleyball About Earls Court - From exhibitions and conferences to live music, Earls Court holds hundreds of events each year attended by visitors from around the world. ExCeL London - is situated near London City Airport in east London's Royal Victoria Dock. Sport: Boxing, Fencing, Judo, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Boccia, Paralympic Table Tennis, Paralympic Judo, Paralympic Powerlifting, Volleyball (Sitting), Wheelchair Fencing Greenwich Park on the south bank of the River Thames in south east London. Sport: Equestrian events - Jumping, Dressage and Eventing, Paralympic Equestrian, Modern Pentathlon About Greenwich Park - Includes the Old Royal Naval College and National Maritime Museum, which, together with Greenwich Park, are part of a World Heritage Site. It is London's oldest Royal Park, dating back to 1433. It has been a World Heritage Site since 1997. Within the park is The Royal Observatory and the home of Greenwich Mean Time at Longitude 0°. Horse Guards Parade in Whitehall, the political centre of the UK. Sport: Beach Volleyball About Horse Guards Parade - Dates from 1745 and takes its name from the soldiers who have provided protection for the monarch since the restoration of the monarchy in 1660. The parade ground lies at the heart of London's ceremonial life, and hosts the Trooping of the Colour event that takes place on the Queen's official birthday each year. Hyde Park in London's West End Sport: Triathlon, 10k Open Water Swim About Hyde Park - The largest of London's Royal Parks, Hyde Park has been open to the public since 1637. The park is home to a number of grassroots sports clubs, including the Serpentine Swimming Club, whose members swim in the Serpentine Lake whatever the weather - even on Christmas Day. Lord’s Cricket Ground Millennium Dome: The O2 in Greenwich - on the point of the Greenwich peninsula Arena 1- Sport: Artistic Gymnastics, Trampoline, Basketball, Wheelchair Basketball Arena 2 Sport: Badminton, Rhythmic Gymnastics Regents Park Sport: Road cycling About Regents Park - One of London's famous Royal Parks, the Regent's Park has been open to the public since 1845. As well as being home to London Zoo and the Open Air Theatre, the park is a much-loved sports venue for thousands of Londoners. The Royal Artillery Barracks on Woolwich Common in south east London Sport: Shooting, Paralympic Shooting, Paralympic Archery About the Royal Artillery Barracks - The London port of Woolwich has a long military history and the construction of the current Royal Artillery Barracks buildings began in 1776. Wembley Stadium in north west London, around six miles from the city centre. Sport: Football About Wembley - The new stadium's arch soars over 130m into the sky, more than four times the height of the towers of the old Wembley Stadium. Wimbledon in south west London Sport: Tennis About Wimbledon - Home of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club and the setting for the famous Wimbledon tennis tournament since 1877. It is the only remaining major grass-court Tennis venue in the world. Out of London Olympic Games venues The Broxbourne White Water Canoe Centre in Hertfordshire Sport: Canoe Slalom Location - 30km north of the Olympic Park, on the edge of the 1,000-acre River Lee Country Park which is part of the 26-mile long, 10,000 acre Lee Valley Regional Park in Hertfordshire. Eton Dorney near Windsor Sport: Rowing, Paralympic Rowing, Canoe Sprint About Eton Dorney - The venue is a 2,200m, eight lane rowing course with a separate return lane constructed to international standards. It is set in a 400-acre park with a nature conservation area. Hadleigh Farmis to the east of London, in Essex. Sport: Mountain Bike Hampden Park in Glasgow is Scotland's national stadium. Sport: Football The Millennium Stadium in Cardiff is Wales' national stadium. Sport: Football Old Trafford in Manchester is
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What Is the title of Somerset Maugham's book that is based on the life of Paul Gauguin?
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The Moon and Sixpence by Maugham, W Somerset Reviews (0) The Moon and Sixpence is a 1919 short novel by William Somerset Maugham based on the life of the painter Paul Gauguin. The story is told in episodic form by the first-person narrator as a series of glimpses into the mind and soul of the central character, Charles Strickland, a middle aged English stock broker who abandons his wife and children abruptly to pursue his desire to become an artist. Strickland first goes to Paris and lives a destitute but defiantly content life there as an artist, lodging in run-down hotels and falling prey to both illness and hunger. Strickland cares nothing for physical comfort, but is generously supported by a commercially successful yet unexceptional Dutch painter, Dirk Stroeve, who immediately recognizes Strickland's genius. After helping Strickland recover from a life-threatening condition, Stroeve is repaid by having his wife abandon him for Strickland. Strickland later discards the wife, who then commits suicide - yet another human casualty in Strickland's single-minded pursuit of Art and Beauty. After the Paris episode, the story continues in Tahiti. Strickland has already died, and the narrator attempts to piece together his life there from the recollections of others. He finds that Strickland had taken up with a native woman and started painting profusely. We learn that Strickland had settled for a short while in the French port of Marseilles before traveling to Tahiti, where he lived for a few years before finally dying of leprosy. Strickland left behind numerous paintings, but his magnum opus, which he painted on the walls of his hut in a half-crazed state of leprosy-induced blindness, was burnt down after his death by his wife under his orders. The inspiration for this story, Gauguin, is considered to be the founder of primitivism in art. The main differences between Gauguin and Strickland are that Gauguin was French rather than English, and whilst Maugham describes the character of Strickland as being ignorant of his contemporaries in Modern art, Gauguin himself was well acquainted with Van Gogh. How many of the details of the story are based on fact is not known. However, Maugham had visited the place where Gauguin lived in Tahiti, and purchased some glass panels painted by Gauguin in his final days. The book was filmed by Albert Lewin in 1943. According to some sources, the title, the meaning of which is not explicitly revealed in the book, was taken from a review of Of Human Bondage in which the novel's protagonist, Philip Carey, is described as "so busy yearning for the moon that he never saw the sixpence at his feet. " Presumably Strickland's "moon" is the idealistic realm of Art and Beauty, while the "sixpence" represents human relationships and the ordinary pleasures of life. Review this book (Want a chance to win $50 ? Log-in or create an account first!) (You'll be automatically entered for a chance to win $50!)
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Mark Haddon (Author of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time) edit data Mark Haddon is a British novelist and poet, best known for his 2003 novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time. He was educated at Uppingham School and Merton College, Oxford, where he studied English. In 2003, Haddon won the Whitbread Book of the Year Award and in 2004, the Commonwealth Writers' Prize Overall Best First Book for his novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, a book which is written from the perspective of a boy with Aspergers syndrome. Haddon's knowledge of Aspergers syndrome, a type of autism, comes from his work with autistic people as a young man. In an interview at Powells.com, Haddon claimed that this was the first book that he wrote intentionally for an adult audience; he was surprised when Mark Haddon is a British novelist and poet, best known for his 2003 novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time. He was educated at Uppingham School and Merton College, Oxford, where he studied English. In 2003, Haddon won the Whitbread Book of the Year Award and in 2004, the Commonwealth Writers' Prize Overall Best First Book for his novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, a book which is written from the perspective of a boy with Aspergers syndrome. Haddon's knowledge of Aspergers syndrome, a type of autism, comes from his work with autistic people as a young man. In an interview at Powells.com, Haddon claimed that this was the first book that he wrote intentionally for an adult audience; he was surprised when his publisher suggested marketing it to both adult and child audiences. His second adult-novel, A Spot of Bother, was published in September 2006. Mark Haddon is also known for his series of Agent Z books, one of which, Agent Z and the Penguin from Mars, was made into a 1996 Children's BBC sitcom. He also wrote the screenplay for the BBC television adaptation of Raymond Briggs's story Fungus the Bogeyman, screened on BBC1 in 2004. He also wrote the 2007 BBC television drama Coming Down the Mountain. Haddon is a vegetarian, and enjoys vegetarian cookery. He describes himself as a 'hard-line atheist'. In an interview with The Observer, Haddon said "I am atheist in a very religious mould". His atheism might be inferred from The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time in which the main character declares that those who believe in God are stupid. Mark Haddon lives in Oxford with his wife Dr. Sos Eltis, a Fellow of Brasenose College, Oxford, and their two young sons. ...more
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On the shores of which lake does the town of Lucerne stand?
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What does LAKE LUCERNE stand for? Term » Abbr. Word in Term We've got 0 definitions for LAKE LUCERNE » What does LAKE LUCERNE stand for? What does LAKE LUCERNE mean? This page is about the various possible meanings of the acronym, abbreviation, shorthand or slang term: LAKE LUCERNE. We couldn't find any results for your search. Couldn't find the right meaning of LAKE LUCERNE? Maybe you were looking for one of these abbreviations: ... or use our Power Search technology to look for more unique definitions from across the web! What does LAKE LUCERNE mean? Lake Lucerne Lake Lucerne is a lake in central Switzerland and the fourth largest in the country. The lake has a complicated shape, with bends and arms reaching from the city of Lucerne into the mountains. It has a total area of 114 km², an elevation of 434 m, and a maximum depth of 214 m. Its volume is 11.8 km³. Much of the shoreline rises steeply into mountains up to 1,500 m above the lake, resulting in many picturesque views including those of Mount Rigi and Mount Pilatus. The Reuss River enters the lake at Flüelen and exits at Lucerne. The lake also receives the Muota Engelberger Aa, the Sarner Aa. It is possible to circumnavigate the lake by road, though the route is slow, twisted, and goes through tunnels part of the way. Steamers and other passenger boats ply between the different towns on the lake. It is a popular tourist destination, both for native Swiss and foreigners, and there are many hotels and resorts along the shores. In addition, the meadow of the Rütli, traditional site of the founding of the Swiss Confederation, is on the southeast shore of the lake. A 35 km commemorative walkway, the Swiss Path, was built around the lake to celebrate the country's 700th anniversary. Discuss these LAKE LUCERNE abbreviations with the community: Know the definition for LAKE LUCERNE ? Know the meaning of LAKE LUCERNE ? Don't keep it to yourself! Add it HERE!
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Aare River | river, Switzerland | Britannica.com river, Switzerland Seine River Aare River, also spelled Aar, tributary of the Rhine and the longest stream (183 miles [295 km]) entirely within Switzerland; it drains an area of 6,865 square miles (17,779 square km). The river rises in the Aare Glacier of the Bernese Alps in Bern canton, below the Finsteraarhorn and west of the Grimsel Pass, in the south-central part of Switzerland . As the Aare flows north past Meiringen, the river cuts through the scenic Aare Gorge. After turning west, it expands into the glacial Lake Brienz. The river is canalized at Interlaken above its entry into Lake Thun, at the lower end of which the river flows northwest in a deeply entrenched valley and almost encircles the medieval core of the city of Bern . It turns west to Lake Wohlen and then flows north to Aarberg, where it is diverted west by the Hagneck Canal into Lake Biel . Continuing northeastward, the river parallels the foot of the Jura Mountains . Below Brugg, the Reuss and Limmat rivers join the Aare before it enters the Rhine River at Koblenz, Switz. The confluence of the Aare and Reuss rivers, Switzerland. Lutz Fischer-Lamprecht Corrections? Updates? Help us improve this article! Contact our editors with your feedback. MEDIA FOR: You have successfully emailed this. Error when sending the email. Try again later. Edit Mode Submit Tips For Editing We welcome suggested improvements to any of our articles. You can make it easier for us to review and, hopefully, publish your contribution by keeping a few points in mind. Encyclopædia Britannica articles are written in a neutral objective tone for a general audience. You may find it helpful to search within the site to see how similar or related subjects are covered. Any text you add should be original, not copied from other sources. At the bottom of the article, feel free to list any sources that support your changes, so that we can fully understand their context. (Internet URLs are the best.) Your contribution may be further edited by our staff, and its publication is subject to our final approval. Unfortunately, our editorial approach may not be able to accommodate all contributions. Submit Thank You for Your Contribution! Our editors will review what you've submitted, and if it meets our criteria, we'll add it to the article. Please note that our editors may make some formatting changes or correct spelling or grammatical errors, and may also contact you if any clarifications are needed. Uh Oh There was a problem with your submission. Please try again later. Close Date Published: November 11, 2008 URL: https://www.britannica.com/place/Aare-River Access Date: January 05, 2017 Share
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The Horned Toad is not a toad. To which family of creatures does it belong?
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Horned Toads (Short-Horned Lizards), Horned Toad (Short-Horned Lizard) Pictures, Horned Toad (Short-Horned Lizard) Facts - National Geographic Size relative to a tea cup Please add a "relative" entry to your dictionary. The short-horned lizard is often referred to as a “horned toad” or “horny toad” because its squat, flattened shape and short, blunt snout give it a toad-ish look. There are over a dozen recognized species found in the deserts and semi-arid environments of North and Central America, from southern Canada to Guatemala. Species are distinguishable by the formidable crown of horns adorning their head and the numerous spines across their back. Their coloring can be yellowish, gray, or reddish-brown depending on the environment they inhabit, and, combined with their shape, affords them considerable camouflage on the surface. They feed primarily on ants, waiting for one to unsuspectingly crawl by before snapping it in and swallowing it whole. They are also known to eat grasshoppers, beetles, and spiders. Despite their spiky features, short-horned lizards are preyed upon by a number of creatures, including hawks, roadrunners, snakes, lizards, dogs, wolves, and coyotes. Consequently, beyond their natural camouflage, they have adapted a pair of remarkable talents. In order to ward off hungry predators, short-horned lizards are capable of inflating their bodies up to twice their size, resembling a spiny balloon. And if this proves insufficient, some species employ one of the animal kingdom’s most bizarre defensive mechanisms: They shoot blood from their eyes. The ominous squirting blood emanates from ducts in the corners of their eyes and can travel a distance of up to three feet (one meter). It’s meant to confuse would-be predators, but also contains a chemical that is noxious to dogs, wolves, and coyotes. Over recent decades short-horn lizard populations have been in decline throughout their range. Destruction of their native habitat, efforts to eradicate ants—their staple food—and the pet trade have all contributed to this.
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Which Briton won theNobel Prize for Literature in 2001?
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Nobel Prize for Literature 2001 - Press Release Press Release The Nobel Prize in Literature 2001 V. S. Naipaul The Nobel Prize in Literature 2001 V. S. Naipaul The Nobel Prize in Literature for 2001 is awarded to the British writer, born in Trinidad, V. S. Naipaul “for having united perceptive narrative and incorruptible scrutiny in works that compel us to see the presence of suppressed histories”. V. S. Naipaul is a literary circumnavigator, only ever really at home in himself, in his inimitable voice. Singularly unaffected by literary fashion and models he has wrought existing genres into a style of his own, in which the customary distinctions between fiction and non-fiction are of subordinate importance. Naipaul’s literary domain has extended far beyond the West Indian island of Trinidad, his first subject, and now encompasses India, Africa, America from south to north, the Islamic countries of Asia and, not least, England. Naipaul is Conrad’s heir as the annalist of the destinies of empires in the moral sense: what they do to human beings. His authority as a narrator is grounded in his memory of what others have forgotten, the history of the vanquished. The farcical yarns in his first work, The Mystic Masseur, and the short stories in Miguel Street with their blend of Chekhov and calypso established Naipaul as a humorist and a portrayer of street life. He took a giant stride with A House for Mr. Biswas, one of those singular novels that seem to constitute their own complete universes, in this case a miniature India on the periphery of the British Empire, the scene of his father’s circumscribed existence. In allowing peripheral figures their place in the momentousness of great literature, Naipaul reverses normal perspectives and denies readers at the centre their protective detachment. This principle was made to serve in a series of novels in which, despite the increasingly documentary tone, the characters did not therefore become less colourful. Fictional narratives, autobiography and documentaries have merged in Naipaul’s writing without it always being possible to say which element dominates. In his masterpiece The Enigma of Arrival Naipaul visits the reality of England like an anthropologist studying some hitherto unexplored native tribe deep in the jungle. With apparently short-sighted and random observations he creates an unrelenting image of the placid collapse of the old colonial ruling culture and the demise of European neighbourhoods. Naipaul has drawn attention to the novel’s lack of universality as a form, that it presupposes an inviolate human world of the kind that has been shattered for conquered peoples. He began to experience the inadequacy of fiction while he was working on The Loss of El Dorado, in which after extensive study of the archives he described the appalling colonial history of Trinidad. He found that he had to cling to the authenticity of the details and the voices and abstain from mere fictionalisation while at the same time continuing to render his material in the form of literature. His travel books allow witnesses to testify at every turn, not least in his powerful description of the eastern regions of the Islamic world, Beyond Belief. The author’s empathy finds expression in the acuity of his ear. Naipaul is a modern philosophe, carrying on the tradition that started originally with Lettres persanes and Candide. In a vigilant style, which has been deservedly admired, he transforms rage into precision and allows events to speak with their own inherent irony. The Swedish Academy Share this: To cite this page MLA style: "Nobel Prize for Literature 2001 - Press Release". Nobelprize.org. Nobel Media AB 2014. Web. 17 Jan 2017. <http://www.nobelprize.org/nobel_prizes/literature/laureates/2001/press.html>
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The Nobel Prize in Literature 2005 The Nobel Prize in Literature 2005 Harold Pinter The Nobel Prize in Literature 2005 Photo: U. Montan Harold Pinter Prize share: 1/1 The Nobel Prize in Literature 2005 was awarded to Harold Pinter "who in his plays uncovers the precipice under everyday prattle and forces entry into oppression's closed rooms". Photos: Copyright © The Nobel Foundation Share this: To cite this page MLA style: "The Nobel Prize in Literature 2005". Nobelprize.org. Nobel Media AB 2014. Web. 1 Jan 2017. <http://www.nobelprize.org/nobel_prizes/literature/laureates/2005/>
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As of March 28, 1930, the city formerly known as Byzantium and then Constantinople became what known as what?
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Istanbul, Not Constantinople — A City by Any Other Name | Graybit 0 September 5, 2013 Istanbul, Not Constantinople — A City by Any Other Name From Byzantium to Constantinople, the city of Istanbul has had more names than Sean Combs/Puff Daddy/P. Diddy! The city has changed names so many times for a number of reasons, with each name reflecting the historical or political situation of the time. Why has this city gone through so many name changes over the years? If you’re planning a trip to Istanbul, you better know the rich history of this extraordinary city. Check here for some outstanding deals on Istanbul Hotels and read up before you check in! What Was the Original Name? According to the records of Pliny the Elder, the very first name of the city was Lygos. This name probably came from a Thracian settlement that was situated on the site, around 50 A.D. Later, in 667 B.C., Greek colonists from Megara founded a city there that they called Byzantion, which was Latinized as Byzantium. It is thought that this name came from the name “Byzas”, which was a common name in Thracian society. There is an ancient Greek legend of a king by this name and he was thought to be the leader of these colonists and the founder of the city. The Roman Era During the 3rd century AD, the city was called Augusta Antonina for a short period. This name was given by the Roman Emperor Setimus Severus, after his son Antoninus. Later on, the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great made the city the new capital of the Roman Empire. He rebuilt enormous sections of the city and modeled it after Rome, so during this time Istanbul was known as “New Rome” or “Second Rome”. Of course, it is also the Emperor Constantine who gave the city one of its most well known names, Constantinople, which means “The City of Constantine”. The name Constantinople really stuck and it was the most common name for the city since it was first used by the Emperor Theodosius in the 400s until the early 20th century. Many people also referred to Istanbul as simply “the City”, which is still a common name in colloquial Armenian and Greek. The word for city is pronounced “Bolis”, which eventually would become the base of the later Turkish name. Islambol After the Ottoman conquest of 1453, the city became the capital of the Islamic Ottoman Empire and many people started calling it Islambol, which meant “lots of Islam”. The name was even used on the coinage of the city during the 1700s under the rule of Sultan Ahmed III. A Name for a Modern City How did the modern Turkish moniker “Istanbul” come about? It originated with the Greek expression “εις την Πόλιν” which sounds like “istimbolin” and means “in the city” or could also mean “to the city”. This was a common way to refer to the city for many centuries, even back before the Middle Ages. However, it was never used as an official city name. When the Republic of Turkey was created in 1923, all of the various alternative names for the city became obsolete in the Turkish language. In 1930, the Turkish Postal Service Law was passed and requested for any other foreign countries to stop referring to the city by any traditional non-Turkish names such as Constantinople and to adopt Istanbul as the official name of the city. Letters or packages sent to “Constantinople” would not be delivered. This name change was popularized in a 1953 swing song by Jimmy Kennedy and Nat Simon, “Istanbul (Not Constantinople)” The lyrics remind the listener that “if you have a date in Constantinople, she’ll waiting in Istanbul,” and also mention the fact that New York used be to known as New Amsterdam. Not Everyone Calls It Istanbul So now that the name is officially Istanbul, that’s what everyone in the world calls this Turkish city, right? Well… not really. While most modern Western languages have adopted the name Istanbul for the city, other languages still use different traditional names. The Greeks still call the city Constantinople or simply “The City”. The Russians, Polish, Latvians, Albanians and Lithuanians all call the city different variations of “Sta
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Christmas Day, Rome, 800 AD – If It Happened Yesterday, It's History • ( 8 ) In the great basilica of St. Peter’s, Rome, Pope Leo III celebrated mass. It was meant to be like any other Christmas mass that celebrated the birth of Christ, except on this particular glorious day, an additional ceremony was performed. Pope Leo III, on this day, 25th December, 800 AD, boldly placed a crown on Charlemagne, the king of the Franks and announced him to the congregation, as Augustus et Imperator (Majestic Emperor). What Leo did was quite frankly unprecedented. But why did he do it? If Leo could speak to us today he might say he did it for his own protection and the protection of the Catholic faith? Whatever the reason, the repercussions of this act would be felt around the corridors of the papal office, the streets of Rome, western Europe and across in the east with the Byzantines. When Pope Leo III crowned Charlemagne ‘Majestc Emperor’ it was done with no explicit connection between the Roman Empire (Byzantium) and that of what Charlemagne carved out in his great victories across western Europe. However, some may disagree and point out that the coronation itself was indeed a culmination of Charlemagne’s reign and success as a military commander. He was western Christendom’s savior and protector, so why not recognise him with the highest of honors. He had surpassed being just a mere king. So as, Charles I (Charlemagne) knelt praying, Pope Leo III placed upon his head a magnificent jewel-encrusted crown. Some reports claim that Charlemagne was angered rather than flattered by Leo’s gesture. Other reports claim that he was taken by surprise, but many historians believe that this was not the case. How could anyone fail to notice a beautiful crown sitting near or on the altar just a few feet away? Maybe he was in shock or maybe he was worried about the trouble it would undoubtedly stir amongst the Byzantines? If you asked the Byzantines about the whole affair, their reaction to Pope Leo’s actions on Christmas morning was of dismay. The Byzantines considered Charlemagne (and his successors) to be pretenders to a throne that did not belong to them. Constantinople tried its best to pretend that this so called new German Empire (Holy Roman Empire) did not exist. But when co operation between the two stifled they reluctantly admitted that, as a German monarch Charlemagne was an emperor, but not Roman. (The Byzantines would accept Charlemagne’s “personal” title of Emperor in 812, but were not willing to extend that same courtesy to his successors.) The Byzantines also insisted that they alone were the only true heirs of the Caesars. The Franks for their part (in years still to come), acted like a “spoilt younger sibling”. They viewed the Byzantines in the east as somewhat effeminate and not worthy of being called Roman.This was arguably due to the fact of their own insecurity and jealousy of the Byzantine’s greater legitimacy? This pattern would continue for over six hundred years and Constantinople would never ever recognise the Holy Roman Empire as its equal. Charlemagne, at first, it seems went into “damage control”. He offered his hand in marriage to Byzantine Empress Irene, in an attempt to reunite the two halves of the empire. Unfortunately, negotiations to this diplomatic union were quickly extinguished by a new usurper, Nicephorus I. The new court in Constantinople made it absolutely clear that it would be a cold day in hell before their empire was handed over to a barbarian. Charlemagne, to his credit did his absolute best during the next twelve years (leading to his acceptance as ‘Emperor’ in 812 AD) to convince the Byzantines that he was not trespassing on their titles or claims to be the heirs of the Caesars. Even when the Byzantines found themselves in all sorts of bother, in defeat at the hands of the Bulgars, at Verbitza, in Bulgaria, where they were massacred (including the Emperor Nicephorus I ), Charlemagne was still willing to be fair and reasonable in the terms he sought for his own recognition as Emperor. He eventually
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BBeM: Item List Item List 1 member comment Trivia questions After the Lone Ranger saved the day and rode off into the sunset, the grateful citizens would ask, "Who was that masked man?" Invariably, someone would answer, "I don't know, but he left this behind." What did he leave behind? When The Beatles first came to the U.S. in early 1964, we all watched them on ... Get your kicks ... The story you are about to see is true. Only the names have been changed ... In the jungle, the mighty jungle ... Abbott told Costello that the St. Louis baseball team's lineup consisted of: "N-E-S-T-L-E-S, Nestle's makes the very best ... __." The great jazz trumpeter known as "Satchmo" was America's "Ambassador of Goodwill." His real name was ... What "takes a licking and keeps on ticking" ? Red Skelton's hobo character was named ... Some Americans who protested U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War did so by burning their __ The cute little car with the engine in the back and the trunk in the front was called the VW. What other name did it go by? In 1971, singer Don MacLean recorded a song about, "the day the music died." This was a tribute to ... In 1957, the Soviet Union took an early lead in the space race by placing the first man-made satellite into orbit. It was called ... One of the big fads of the late '50s and early '60s was a large plastic ring that we twirled around our waist. It was called the ... What "builds strong bodies 12 ways" ? Before he was Muhammad Ali, he was ... Pogo, the comic strip character, said, "We have met the enemy and ..." Good night, David ... Before portraying the Skipper's Little Buddy on Gilligan's Island, Bob Denver was Dobie Gillis' friend ... Liar, liar ... Meanwhile, back in Metropolis, Superman fights a never-ending battle for truth, justice, and ... Hey kids, what time is it? Lions and tigers and bears ... "Never trust anyone ... " The NFL quarterback who appeared in a television commercial wearing women's pantyhose was ... Brylcreem ... Before Cathy Rigby and Robin Williams, Peter Pan was played by ... Can you identify The Beatles and indicate which instrument each of them played? I wonder, wonder ... who, ... I'm strong to the finish ... When it's least expected, you're elected, you're the star today ... What do M&M's do? Hey there! Hi there! Ho there! ... Smokey Bear warned: Call Roto-Rooter, that's the name ... In the valley of the jolly ... Does she, or doesn't she? See the U.S.A ... What did L.S.M.F.T. mean on the side of a cigarette pack? Us Tareyton smokers would rather ... I'd __ for a Camel. Schaefer is the one beer to have ... Can you identify the person in this photo? You'll wonder where the yellow went ... Nothin' says lovin' like (what?) and (who?) says it best Silly rabbit ... Many people know this impossible object as a blivet. What did Mad magazine call it? Go Greyhound, and ... You're soaking in it. (What is "It"?) The following program is brought to you in living color ... Come to where the flavor is. Come to ... After the Twist, the Mashed Potato, and the Watusi, we "danced" under a stick that was lowered as low as we could go, in a dance called the ... There's always room for ... Many cars of the '50s sported protuberances on the front bumpers. These were known as ... Bill Dana often appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show as a character named ... Jim Nabors is best known for his character, Gomer Pyle. What other surprising talent does/did he have? (As the woman in the commercial opened a refrigerator): You can be sure ... Ford has ... Wouldn't you really rather have ... ? Bob Keeshan was TV's Captain Kangaroo. What other character did he portray? Oh, Magoo ... The Rocky and His Friends cartoons featured the WABAC machine, used to travel back in time. Who did this time traveling? It's not nice to fool ... Whose advertising slogan was: "Ask the man who owns one" ? Who claimed to be "the most trusted name in electronics" ? Burkina Faso ... At Zenith ... Texas used to be the biggest state in the U.S., and there were plenty of jokes based on that fact.
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WORDS, PHRASES or SAYINGS - Origins, Meanings by Brownielocks. The first teensy weensy swimsuit known as the "bikini" went on sale in 1947. But how did it get its name? The male reaction to this was often described to be like an atomic bomb. Since a year prior, 1946, the Marshall Islands were used for the atomic bomb test. 167 natives were moved to Rongerik under "Operation Crossroads" by William H.R. Blandy. Later more commonly referred to as "Bikini Island Bomb Tests." Since this skimpy swimsuit created about the same earth shattering reactions as the bomb, it was explosively named the Bikini. After a few years, it was no longer capitalized and became bikini to represent a fashion style that showed a lot of skin, not necessarily for swimwear. I.E. A bikini-style top. In old days, a rifle (or musket) had 3 major parts: A lock, a stock of wood and a metal barrel. Each part was totally useless without the other one. They had to all work together or well, you got nothing. But when they were all in sync, what a BLAST! Thus, when a person chose to put everything 100% into an decision, action or commitment and not just half-heartedly, he is said to be doing it "lock, stock and barrel." Alternate origin: lock stock and barrel also referred to when you bought a farm. Lock meant the house , stock was all the animals and barrel was the rain barrel meaning all the trivial junk, so that it was absolutely everything at the time of sale that was on the land that was sold If the previous owner left something valuable behind it was yours (too bad for them) as it had all been sold lock stock and barrel. Many years ago a heavy cloth was created in Janua (modernly known as Genoa today) and shortened to the term "jean." In 1495, King Henry VIII of England bought 262 bolts it because it didn't wear out quickly and was very prized. It remained its natural shade for years and years until one day a batch was dyed blue and turned over to tailors. For many years, the pants made from this fabric was for men only. Only until women wearing pants became socially acceptable (around WWII?) and later in the 50's and 60's have jeans become a fashion garment for women as well as men. They are no longer worn for their durability, since today mean blue jeans are promoted for being softer and even include spandex for stretch blue jeans. In ancient Greece, voting for membership into some of their organizations was done via beans. White beans were dropped into a container who favored the candidate and brown or black beans if you didn't. Apparently the jar was not clear and (I assume) when you went to vote you kept your hands folded so no one knew if you dropped a white or black bean? Only the officials knew the actual vote results of black vs. white beans. However....on a few occasions a clumsy voter would knock over the jar and revealed all the beans! This is how the phrase got to refer to someone who reveals the truth or hidden secrets. Back in the old days, calendars were only made (or seen) by monks and made by hand in monasteries or convents. Scribes often emphasized days of Saints or other important events by using a reddish ink made from ocher (a mineral of oxide of iron). A quick look at the calendar instantly showed all there red marks from the black, so that preparation or anticipation of those days could be acted upon. Today, we consider a "red letter day" as any important day to us in our lives such as birthdays, weddings, anniversaries or the beginning of vacations or ending of school years. Some even have them mark special emotional times such as first dates, births of babies, pay raises, etc. The prairie chicken was
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Number One Observatory Circle - 必应 Sign in Number One Observatory Circle The Number One Observatory Circle is the official residence of the Vice President of the United States. Located on the northeast grounds of the U.S. Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C., the house was built in 1893 for its superintendent. The Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) liked the house so much that in 1923 he took over the house for himself. It remained the residence of the CNO until 1974, when Congress authorized its transformation to an official residence for the Vice President. The congressional authorization covered the cost of ref ... (展开) urbishment and furnishing the house. Before that time, the Vice President lived in his own home. Although Number One Observatory Circle was made available to the Vice President in 1974, three years passed before a Vice President lived full-time in the house. Vice President Gerald Ford became President before he could use the house. His Vice President, Nelson Rockefeller, primarily used the home for entertaining as he already had a well-secured residence in Washington, D.C., though the Rockefellers donated millions of dollars of furnishings to the house. Vice President Walter Mondale was the first Vice President to move into the house. Every Vice President since has lived there. The Vice Presidential mansion was refurbished by the United States Navy in early 2001, only slightly delaying the move of then Vice President Dick Cheney and his family. Number One Observatory Circle is the official residence of the Vice President of the United States. Located on the northeast grounds of the U.S. Naval ... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Number_One_Observatory_Circle The Vice President's Residence & Office; Eisenhower Executive Office ... Three years passed before any Vice President actually lived at Number One Observatory Circle. https://www.whitehouse.gov/1600/vp-residence Number One Observatory Circle的用法讲解 法语助手是权威的法语在线词典,为您提供Number One Observatory Circle的中文意思,Number One Observatory Circle的读音 ... https://www.frdic.com/.../Number_One_Observatory_Circle.html Media in category "Number One Observatory Circle" The following 18 files are in this category, out of 18 total. https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Number... One Observatory Circle . The house at One Observatory Circle in Washington, DC is the official residence of the Vice-President of the United States. www.whitehousemuseum.org/special/1oc
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1. How many different scoring areas are there on a standard dart board? - Jade Wright - Liverpool Echo 1. How many different scoring areas are there on a standard dart board? 2. Which New York bridge, completed in 1883, was designed by John Augustus Roebling? Share Get daily updates directly to your inbox + Subscribe Could not subscribe, try again laterInvalid Email 2. Which New York bridge, completed in 1883, was designed by John Augustus Roebling? 3. Taphephobia is the fear of what? 4. Concord is the capital of which American state? 5. Lentigines is the medical term for what? 6. Which Saint’s day is on March 1? 7. Which famous author once said: Work is the curse of the drinking classes? 8. Which line on the London Underground was opened in 1977 and was originally planned to be called Fleet? 9. In what year did Disneyland open? 10. Which TV police series began as a one off programme called Woodentop? 11. Who had a top 10 hit in 1998 called I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing? 12. How many legs does an ant have? 13. Which country is San Marino surrounded by? 14. Which waterway divides the Isle of Wight from the English mainland? 15. Which is bigger – one litre or two pints? 16. What type of creature is a motmot? 17. What was the subject of the 1992 Maastricht Treaty? 18. Who duetted with Michael Jackson on The Girl Is Mine? 19. How many inches are there in a yard? 20. Who wrote a book of children’s poems called Old Possum’s Book Of Practical Cats? 21. Who was the first man to fly the Atlantic solo? 22. What was the name of the first feature film in which the dog Lassie appeared? 23. Who won this year’s Badminton Horse Trials. 24. In which year did the Great Wall Street Crash occur? 25. Dustin Hoffman’s first major role was in which 1967 film? 26. From which football club did Arsenal sign midfielder Cesc Fabregas? 27. Which football team is nicknamed the Rams? 28. What colour are the five Olympic rings? 29. Which rugby union team won the 2007 EDF energy cup? 30. Who won the Golden Boot at the 1986 football World Cup? 1. 82; 2. Brooklyn Bridge; 3. The fear of being buried alive; 4. New Hampshire; 5. Freckles; 6. St David’s; 7. Oscar Wilde; 8. Jubilee; 9. 1955; 10. The Bill; 11. Aerosmith; 12. 6; 13. Italy; 14. The Solent; 15. Two pints; 16. A bird; 17. The unification of Europe; 18. Paul McCartney; 19. 36; 20. T. S. Elliot; 21. Charles Lindbergh; 22. Lassie Come Home; 23. Nicolas Touzaint; 24. 1929; 25. The Graduate; 26. Barcelona; 27. Derby County; 28. Blue, Yellow, Black, Green & Red; 29. Leicester tigers; 30. Gary Lineker Like us on Facebook
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Helen | Greek mythology | Britannica.com Greek mythology Alternative Titles: Helen of Troy, Helene Related Topics Aphrodite Helen, Greek Helene, in Greek legend , the most beautiful woman of Greece and the indirect cause of the Trojan War . She was daughter of Zeus , either by Leda or by Nemesis , and sister of the Dioscuri . As a young girl she was carried off by Theseus , but she was rescued by her brothers. She was also the sister of Clytemnestra , who married Agamemnon . Her suitors came from all parts of Greece, and from among them she chose Menelaus , Agamemnon’s younger brother. During an absence of Menelaus, however, Helen fled to Troy with Paris , son of the Trojan king Priam ; when Paris was slain, she married his brother Deiphobus, whom she betrayed to Menelaus when Troy was subsequently captured. Menelaus and she then returned to Sparta , where they lived happily until their deaths. The abduction of Helen, bas-relief; in the Lateran Museum, Rome. Alinari/Art Resource, New York According to a variant of the story, Helen, in widowhood, was driven out by her stepsons and fled to Rhodes , where she was hanged by the Rhodian queen Polyxo in revenge for the death of her husband, Tlepolemus, in the Trojan War. The poet Stesichorus , however, related in his second version of her story that she and Paris were driven ashore on the coast of Egypt and that Helen was detained there by King Proteus . The Helen carried on to Troy was thus a phantom, and the real one was recovered by her husband from Egypt after the war. This version of the story was used by Euripides in his play Helen. Helen Brought to Paris, oil on canvas by Benjamin West, 1776; in the Smithsonian American … Photograph by pohick2. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C., Museum purchase, 1969.33 Helen was worshipped and had a festival at Therapnae in Laconia ; she also had a temple at Rhodes, where she was worshipped as Dendritis (the tree goddess). Like her brothers, the Dioscuri, she was a patron deity of sailors. Her name is pre-Hellenic and in cult may go back to the pre-Greek periods. Learn More in these related articles:
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Odysseus Odysseus by James Hunter Odysseus (called Ulysses in Latin) was the son of Laertes and was the ruler of the island kingdom of Ithaca. He was one of the most prominent Greek leaders in the Trojan War, and was the hero of Homer's Odyssey. He was known for his cleverness and cunning, and for his eloquence as a speaker. Odysseus was one of the original suitors of Helen of Troy. When Menelaus succeeded in winning Helen's hand in marriage, it was Odysseus who advised him to get the other suitors to swear to defend his marriage rights. However, when Menelaus called on the suitors to help him bring Helen back from Troy, Odysseus was reluctant to make good on his oath. He pretended to have gone mad, plowing his fields and sowing salt instead of grain. Palamedes placed Odysseus' infant son in front of the plow, and Odysseus revealed his sanity when he turned aside to avoid injuring the child. However reluctant he may have been to join the expedition, Odysseus fought heroically in the Trojan War, refusing to leave the field when the Greek troops were being routed by the Trojans, and leading a daring nocturnal raid in company with Diomedes . He was also the originator of the Trojan horse , the strategem by which the Greeks were finally able to take the city of Troy itself. After the death of Achilles , he and Ajax competed for Achilles' magnificent armor; when Odysseus' eloquence caused the Greeks to award the prize to him, Ajax went mad and killed himself. Odysseus' return from Troy, chronicled in the Odyssey, took ten years and was beset by perils and misfortune. He freed his men from the pleasure-giving drugs of the Lotus-Eaters, rescued them from the cannibalism of the Cyclopes and the enchantments of Circe . He braved the terrors of the underworld with them, and while in the land of the dead Hades allowed Thiresias, Odysseus' mother, Ajax and others to give him adivice on his next journey. They gave him important advice about the cattle of the sun (which Apollo herds), Scylla and Charybdis and the Sirens . From there on the travels were harder for Odysseus, but they would have been much worse of it wasn't for the help of the dead. With this newly acquired knowledge, he steered them past the perils of the Sirens and of Scylla and Charybdis. He could not save them from their final folly, however, when they violated divine commandments by slaughtering and eating the cattle of the sun-god. As a result of this rash act, Odysseus' ship was destroyed by a thunderbolt, and only Odysseus himself survived. He came ashore on the island of the nymph Calypso , who made him her lover and refused to let him leave for seven years. When Zeus finally intervened, Odysseus sailed away on a small boat, only to be shipwrecked by another storm. He swam ashore on the island of the Phaeacians, where he was magnificently entertained and then, at long last, escorted home to Ithaca. There were problems in Ithaca as well, however. During Odysseus' twenty-year absence, his wife, Penelope , had remained faithful to him, but she was under enormous pressure to remarry. A whole host of suitors were occupying her palace, drinking and eating and behaving insolently to Penelope and her son, Telemachus . Odysseus arrived at the palace, disguised as a ragged beggar, and observed their behavior and his wife's fidelity. With the help of Telemachus and Laertes, he slaughtered the suitors and cleansed the palace. He then had to fight one final battle, against the outraged relatives of the men he had slain; Athena intervened to settle this battle, however, and peace was restored. Article details:
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All In Segment On Trump’s “Obsession” With Conspiracy Theories And How It Can “Inform The Policy” E.g., 01/19/2017 Search All In Segment On Trump’s “Obsession” With Conspiracy Theories And How It Can “Inform The Policy” Benjy Sarlin: "If You Can Find A Conspiracy Theory Behind Something, He'll Just Leap To It" From the May 5 edition of MSNBC's All In with Chris Hayes: Loading the player reg... CHRIS HAYES (HOST):We talked earlier in the show about Donald Trump's changing positions, but one area where he’s been really quite consistent is in his flirtation with, openness towards and sometimes seemingly outright belief in a variety of debunked, implausible, and, or, preposterous conspiracy theories. This is a man who effectively launched his political career with a sustained public campaign alleging the President of the United States was actually a secret Kenyan whose true birth certificate had been hidden away by a shadowy cabal involved in a decades-long cover-up. [...] HAYES: Benjy, you had a piece about this, about the kind of obsession that he seems to have with conspiracy theories. BENJY SARLIN: That's right. This is something that's been going back years. If you can find a conspiracy theory behind something, he'll just leap to it and one of the most famous examples that's talked about less is that it's not just that he wants to build a border wall with Mexico or kick out all the immigrants, it's that the reason he thinks we need this is because there's a shadowy plot by the Mexican government to push criminals and, quote, unquote, rapists into America. There's is just no factual basis for this. And the source Trump cited when pressed in a debate was, quote, border patrol people that he had talked to at the border. That’s it. So this gets to a deeper thing. It's not just that Trump has all these -- often very race-baiting -- conspiracy theories, it's that it speaks to what he considers a credible source. He tweeted, for example, that a quote, extremely credible source, called him up and told him that Obama’s birth certificate was a fraud. After he shared fake statistics claiming that black people were killing white people at incredible rates he said, “I retweeted an expert,” when he was asked on Fox News about it. The expert was @SeanSean252 on Twitter, and he just kept insisting that this was a credible source. Presidents have to make decisions often between intelligence sources, between advisers, about what they can trust, what's credible, and this really throws that into question in a way that's never been true of a major party nominee. [...] HAYES: Benjy, how much of this do you think is actually held views of Donald Trump? I mean, there's lots of things he does that I feel are performance or schtick or essentially playing for, what I think frankly he views as the rubes. This seems to me like fundamental to his character. Like before he was ever in public life, he was into this stuff. SARLIN: Well to some degree it almost doesn't matter how much he believes it or not. You know? We can only go by what he outright says. But I will say there are cases where it seems to really inform the policy. Previously:
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Which sprinter lit the Olympic flame at the 2000 Summer Olympic Games in Australia?
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Sydney Olympic Games, 2000 | australia.gov.au Sydney Olympic Games, 2000 The exceptionally well-organised Sydney Games were a true celebration of Olympic values and sporting excellence. Olympic Committee The Sydney Olympic Games were held from 15 September to 1 October 2000. Sydney was awarded the right to host the 2000 Olympic Games in 1993. It was the second time that an Australian city had hosted the Olympic Games, the first being in Melbourne in 1956. The first Olympic Games of the modern era were held in Athens in 1896 following the founding of the International Olympic Committee in 1894. The Olympics began in Greece about 3,500 years ago but were discontinued in 393 AD. In 1887, Baron Pierre de Coubertin came up with the idea of reviving the Olympics. At the Sydney 2000 Olympics there were 199 competing countries and four individual athletes from East Timor who marched in the parade of nations. There were 10,651 athletes (4,069 women, 6,582 men). There were 300 events. One of the extraordinary characteristics of the Sydney Olympics was the number of volunteers, 46,967, which had grown from an original group of 500, honoured in a parade through the city after the games. The extent of interest world-wide in the Olympics is reflected in the 16,033 accredited media people (5,298 written press, 10,735 broadcasters). Highlights – 100 years of women's participation Cathy Freeman wins gold in the 400m. Image courtesy of the ABC. Sydney 2000 celebrated 100 years of women's participation in the Olympic Games. The Triathlon made its Olympic debut with the women's race as the first event. Brigitte McMahon of Switzerland swam, cycled and ran to win gold and beat the favoured Australian athlete Michelie Jones who won silver. McMahon only passed Jones in sight of the finish line. Taekwondo was another new addition to the Olympic programme. Australian Lauren Burns, won gold in taekwondo, women's -49kg. Roared on by home fans, Burns surged ahead to 4-2 in the second round after being tied at the end of first round. Susanthika Jayasinghe became the first Sri Lankan woman to win a medal, claiming bronze in the 200m, whilst Birgit Fischer of Germany earned two gold medals in kayaking to become the first woman in any sport to win medals 20 years apart, having won gold at the Moscow, Barcelona and Atlanta Olympic Games. Women also took part in weightlifting and the modern pentathlon for the very first time. Australian Maria Pekli, won silver in judo for the women's 57kg. Other Australian women gold medal winners included Natalie Cook and Kerri Pottharst for beach volleyball, and Jenny Armstrong and Belinda Stowell for sailing, in the women's 470 class. The Australian women's hockey, softball and water polo teams also showed their excellence in winning gold. Opening ceremony and Olympic Flame Sydney 200 opening ceremony. Image courtesy of the ABC. The opening ceremony began with a tribute to Australian culture, history and identity with over 120 Australian stock horses stepping out, paying tribute to Australian stockmen. Performances that followed included references to the arrival of the First Fleet, immigration and rural industry as well as a large display of lawnmowers and an Australian Hill's hoist clothes line representing domestic life and ingenuity. Music and performance highlights of the opening were two hundred (200) Indigenous women from Central Australia dancing to cleanse and protect the Games and hundreds of tap-dancing teenagers. Olivia Newton-John and John Farnham sang the duet 'Dare to Dream' while walking among the athletes. Torres Strait Islander Christine Anu sang 'My Island Home' and the Australian National Anthem was sung by the boy band Human Nature with the second verse sung by Julie Anthony. The games were opened by the Australian Governor-General Sir William Deane with the Olympic Flag carried around the arena by eight former Australian Olympic champions: Bill Roycroft, Murray Rose, Liane Tooth, Gillian Rolton, Marjorie Jackson, Lorraine Crapp, Michael Wenden and Nick Green. Cathy Freeman lighting the Olympic Fla
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The Olympic flame - Taxi Athens Greece The Olympic flame The Olympic flame is a symbol of the Olympic Games. Commemorating the theft of fire from the Greek god Zeus by Prometheus, its origins lie in ancient Greece, where a fire was kept burning throughout the celebration of theancient Olympics. The fire was introduced at the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, and it has been part of the modern Olympic Games ever since. In contrast to the Olympic flame proper, the torch relay of modern times, which transports the flame from Greece to the various designated sites of the games, had no ancient precedent and was introduced by Carl Diem at the1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin Ancient Olympics In the time of the original games within the boundaries of Olympia, the altar of the sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Hestia maintained a continuous flame. For the ancient Greeks, fire had divine connotations—it was thought to have been stolen from the gods by Prometheus. Therefore, fire was also present at many of the sanctuaries in Olympia, Greece. During the Olympic Games, which honoured Zeus, additional fires were lit at his temple and that of his wife, Hera. The modern Olympic flame is ignited at the site where the temple of Hestia used to stand Mondern era The tradition was reintroduced during the 1928 Games. An employee of the Electric Utility of Amsterdam lit the first Olympic flame in the Marathon Tower of the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam.The modern convention of moving the Olympic flame via a relay system from Greece to the Olympic venue began in 1936 in Germany. Carl Diem devised the idea of the torch relay for the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin that was organized by the Nazis under the guidance of Joseph Goebbels. The Krupp armaments company produced the torches in wood and metal, inspired by an olive leaf. The Olympic flame was lit by a concave mirror in Olympia, Greece and transported over 3,187 kilometres by 3,331 runners in twelve days and eleven nights from Greece to Berlin. Leni Riefenstahl later staged the torch relay for the 1938 film Olympia. Contingent on the audience, some may have comprehended the film as part of the Nazi propaganda machine’s attempt to add myth and mystique to Adolf Hitler’s regime. Hitler saw the link with the ancient Games as the perfect way to illustrate his belief that classical Greece was an Aryan forerunner of the modern German Reich. There were minor protests in Yugoslavia and Czechoslovakia on the way, which were suppressed by the local security forces. Although most of the time the torch with the Olympic flame is still carried by runners, it has been transported in many different ways. The fire travelled by boat in 1948 and 2012 to cross theEnglish Channel and was carried by rowers in Canberra as well as by dragon boat in Hong Kong in 2008, and it was first transported by airplane in 1952, when the fire travelled to Helsinki. In 1956, all carriers in the torch relay to Stockholm, where the equestrian events were held instead of in Melbourne, travelled on horseback. Remarkable means of transportation were used in 1976, when the flame was transformed to a radio signal. From Athens, this signal was transmitted by satellite to Canada, where it was received and used to trigger a laser beam to re-light the flame. This distinctive 1976 torch was manufactured by John L. Saksun’s The Queensway Machine Products Ltd. In 2000, the torch was carried under the water by divers near the Great Barrier Reef. Other unique means of transportation include a Native American canoe, a camel, and Concorde. In 2004, the first global torch relay was undertaken, a journey that lasted 78 days. The Olympic flame covered a distance of more than 78,000 km in the hands of some 11,300 torchbearers, travelling to Africa and South America for the first time, visiting all previous Olympic cities and finally returning to Athens for the 2004 Summer Olympics. The climactic transfer of the flame from the torches to the cauldron at the host stadium concludes the relay and marks the symbolic commencement of the Games. Perhaps o
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