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disasters/4bc7d9278e.json:0 | disasters | 0 | 2019 South Sulawesi floods The province of South Sulawesi experiences flooding annually. Due to development of a low-pressure area in the Timor Sea coupled with increased humidity in the wet season, the rainfall levels in the area increased significantly, with the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency issuin... | Flooding | Gowa Regency was particularly hard-hit, experiencing the majority of the fatalities. The most destructive flood was caused by the overflowing of the Jeneberang River and the opening of the watergates of the Bili-Bili Dam in Gowa, though other floods also occurred elsewhere in the province. | 2019 South Sulawesi floods The province of South Sulawesi experiences flooding annually. Due to development of a low-pressure area in the Timor Sea coupled with increased humidity in the wet season, the rainfall levels in the area increased significantly, with the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency issuin... | In January 2019, severe flooding occurred in South Sulawesi, Indonesia, due to heavy rainfall and dam failures. The flooding affected 10 regencies/cities, displacing 3,321 people, killing 68, and injuring many more. The disaster caused widespread destruction, including damage to homes, infrastructure, and agriculture, ... | 199 |
disasters/d868c5d0ca.json:1 | disasters | 0 | Pidjiguiti massacre In the 1950s, the Portuguese conglomerate Companhia União Fabril controlled much of the commerce on the Pijiguiti docks through a subsidiary called Casa Gouveia. Although the Portuguese colonial government had enacted a number of reforms in these years to try and quell the growing anti-colonial and ... | Massacre | The government blamed the revolutionary group African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC), arresting several of its members. | Pidjiguiti massacre In the 1950s, the Portuguese conglomerate Companhia União Fabril controlled much of the commerce on the Pijiguiti docks through a subsidiary called Casa Gouveia. Although the Portuguese colonial government had enacted a number of reforms in these years to try and quell the growing anti-colonial and ... | On August 3, 1959, Portuguese security forces and PIDE agents fired on striking dockworkers in Pidjiguiti, killing between 25-50 people and wounding many more. The massacre occurred when workers, who had been demanding better wages and working conditions, refused to return to work and were met with gunfire and grenades... | 199 |
disasters/d868c5d0ca.json:2 | disasters | 1 | Pidjiguiti massacre In the 1950s, the Portuguese conglomerate Companhia União Fabril controlled much of the commerce on the Pijiguiti docks through a subsidiary called Casa Gouveia. Although the Portuguese colonial government had enacted a number of reforms in these years to try and quell the growing anti-colonial and ... | Aftermath | The incident caused PAIGC to abandon their campaign of nonviolent resistance, leading to the Guinea-Bissau War of Independence in 1963. | Pidjiguiti massacre In the 1950s, the Portuguese conglomerate Companhia União Fabril controlled much of the commerce on the Pijiguiti docks through a subsidiary called Casa Gouveia. Although the Portuguese colonial government had enacted a number of reforms in these years to try and quell the growing anti-colonial and ... | assistant
After the Pidjiguiti massacre, the event led to a significant shift in the strategy of the PAIGC, a revolutionary group fighting for independence from Portugal. Following the brutal suppression of the strike, the PAIGC leaders, including Amílcar Cabral, realized that non-violent protests were ineffective and... | 199 |
biographies/21759691e6.json:3 | biographies | 0 | Howard Saul Becker Howard Saul Becker was born April 18, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Allan Becker (April 2, 1902 – March 27, 1988) and Donna Becker (born Bertha Goldberg; December 31, 1904 – 1997). His great-grandfather, Gershon Movsha Becker, immigrated to the United States from Lithuania. Becker began play... | Writing style and methodology | Becker also wrote extensively on sociological writing styles and methodologies. | as bad." Becker is widely known for his work on drug culture, particularly his studies on marijuana use. Chapters three and four of "Outsiders", which were originally published in the "American Journal of Sociology" in 1953, examine how marijuana users come to be labeled as social deviants. Becker was inspired to write... | * Clear and concise language, making complex concepts accessible to readers
* Use of specific examples and anecdotes to illustrate theoretical points
* Emphasis on empirical research and observation, evident in Becker's own experiences and interviews with participants
* Focus on the development of new theories and pers... | 199 |
biographies/21759691e6.json:4 | biographies | 1 | Howard Saul Becker Howard Saul Becker was born April 18, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Allan Becker (April 2, 1902 – March 27, 1988) and Donna Becker (born Bertha Goldberg; December 31, 1904 – 1997). His great-grandfather, Gershon Movsha Becker, immigrated to the United States from Lithuania. Becker began play... | Sociology of deviance and labeling theory | Becker's 1963 book "Outsiders" provided the foundations for labeling theory. | 1981, the Cooley/Mead Award in the Section on Social Psychology, awarded by the American Sociological Association in 1985, the George Herbert Mead Award given by the Society for the Study of Symbolic Interaction in 1987, and the Award for a Career of Distinguished Scholarship, American Sociological Association, 1998. B... | Howard Becker's work on deviance, particularly in his book "Outsiders" (1963), introduced the concept of labeling theory. According to Becker, deviance is not inherent to an individual, but rather a social construct created through labeling. He argues that deviance is the result of someone defining an activity as bad, ... | 199 |
biographies/21759691e6.json:5 | biographies | 2 | Howard Saul Becker Howard Saul Becker was born April 18, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Allan Becker (April 2, 1902 – March 27, 1988) and Donna Becker (born Bertha Goldberg; December 31, 1904 – 1997). His great-grandfather, Gershon Movsha Becker, immigrated to the United States from Lithuania. Becker began play... | Early life and education | Becker is often called a symbolic interactionist, although he does not align himself with the method. A graduate of the University of Chicago, Becker is considered part of the second Chicago School of Sociology, which also includes Erving Goffman and Anselm Strauss. | Howard Saul Becker Howard Saul Becker was born April 18, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Allan Becker (April 2, 1902 – March 27, 1988) and Donna Becker (born Bertha Goldberg; December 31, 1904 – 1997). His great-grandfather, Gershon Movsha Becker, immigrated to the United States from Lithuania. Becker began play... | Howard Saul Becker was born in 1928 in Chicago, Illinois. He began playing piano professionally at 15 and attended the University of Chicago, where he earned degrees in sociology (1946) and later a PhD (1949). His academic lineage includes Georg Simmel, Robert E. Park, and Everett Hughes. Becker's early work was influe... | 199 |
newspapers/d284665e32.json:6 | newspapers | 0 | Allied Press Allied Press was formed through the merger of two Dunedin newspaper companies, the "Otago Daily Times" ("ODT") and the former Evening Star, on 13 May 1975. The merger process was completed during the rest of the year following shareholder approval and other required agreements. "ODT" staff subsequently shi... | Brands and publications | The company's main asset is the "Otago Daily Times", a daily newspaper. | Allied Press Allied Press was formed through the merger of two Dunedin newspaper companies, the "Otago Daily Times" ("ODT") and the former Evening Star, on 13 May 1975. The merger process was completed during the rest of the year following shareholder approval and other required agreements. "ODT" staff subsequently shi... | Allied Press owns and publishes:
* Otago Daily Times
* Greymouth Star
* North Canterbury News
* Ashburton Courier
* The Timaru Courier
* Oamaru Mail
* Lakes District and Central Otago News
* Mountain Scene
* The Star
* The Ensign
* Clutha Leader
* Community and farming newspapers across the South Island
Additionally,... | 199 |
biographies/5bc17293a5.json:7 | biographies | 0 | Guillermo Díaz Díaz was born in New Jersey to Cuban parents, and grew up in Washington Heights, Manhattan. In 1994, he landed his first speaking role as Spike in Boaz Yakin's "Fresh". From there he began working on "Party Girl" as Leo, Parker Posey's roommate. His next role was a drag queen (La Miranda) in Nigel Finch'... | Early life and career | He is known for films "Half Baked", "200 Cigarettes" (1999) and "Stonewall". He is known for his role as "Huck" in the drama series "Scandal". Díaz has made guest appearances on "Chappelle's Show", "Weeds", and "Girls Town". | Guillermo Díaz Díaz was born in New Jersey to Cuban parents, and grew up in Washington Heights, Manhattan. In 1994, he landed his first speaking role as Spike in Boaz Yakin's "Fresh". From there he began working on "Party Girl" as Leo, Parker Posey's roommate. His next role was a drag queen (La Miranda) in Nigel Finch'... | Guillermo Díaz was born in New Jersey to Cuban parents and grew up in Washington Heights, Manhattan. He started his acting career in the mid-1990s with small roles in films like "Fresh" and "Party Girl". He then appeared in various films and TV shows, including "Stonewall", "Girls Town", and "ER". | 199 |
biographies/27076bd0dc.json:8 | biographies | 0 | Brendan Thomas Carr Carr holds a B.A. from Georgetown University and a J.D. from the Columbus School of Law at the Catholic University of America. He was a law clerk for Judge Dennis Shedd of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. He worked in private practice at Wiley Rein before becoming a legal a... | Biography | He previously served as an aide to FCC member Ajit Pai and as the FCC's general counsel. Carr also worked as an attorney at Wiley Rein. | Brendan Thomas Carr Carr holds a B.A. from Georgetown University and a J.D. from the Columbus School of Law at the Catholic University of America. He was a law clerk for Judge Dennis Shedd of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. He worked in private practice at Wiley Rein before becoming a legal a... | assistant
Brendan Thomas Carr is a lawyer who served as General Counsel of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) before being appointed as an FCC Commissioner by President Donald Trump in 2017. He has held various roles, including working with Judge Dennis Shedd and advising FCC Chairman Ajit Pai. | 199 |
biographies/e867bccb8c.json:9 | biographies | 0 | Anthony Austin Street Street was born in Melbourne on 8 February 1926, one of two children born to Evora and Geoffrey Street and was raised at the family property 'Eildon', near Lismore, Victoria. His father was elected to federal parliament in 1934 and promoted to the ministry in 1938. He was killed in the 1940 Canber... | Political career | He served in the House of Representatives from 1966 to 1984, representing the Division of Corangamite for the Liberal Party. He held ministerial office in the Fraser Government, serving as Minister for Labor and Immigration, Employment and Industrial Relations, Industrial Relations, and Minister for Foreign Affairs (19... | Anthony Austin Street Street was born in Melbourne on 8 February 1926, one of two children born to Evora and Geoffrey Street and was raised at the family property 'Eildon', near Lismore, Victoria. His father was elected to federal parliament in 1934 and promoted to the ministry in 1938. He was killed in the 1940 Canber... | assistant
Anthony Austin Street's political career spanned over three decades, serving as a Member of Parliament for the Corangamite division in Victoria, Australia. He held various ministerial positions under the Fraser government, including Minister for Labour and Immigration, Minister for Employment and Industrial ... | 199 |
biographies/e867bccb8c.json:10 | biographies | 1 | Anthony Austin Street Street was born in Melbourne on 8 February 1926, one of two children born to Evora and Geoffrey Street and was raised at the family property 'Eildon', near Lismore, Victoria. His father was elected to federal parliament in 1934 and promoted to the ministry in 1938. He was killed in the 1940 Canber... | Early life | His father Geoffrey Street was also a federal government minister. | Anthony Austin Street Street was born in Melbourne on 8 February 1926, one of two children born to Evora and Geoffrey Street and was raised at the family property 'Eildon', near Lismore, Victoria. His father was elected to federal parliament in 1934 and promoted to the ministry in 1938. He was killed in the 1940 Canber... | assistant
Anthony Austin Street was born in Melbourne in 1926 to a family with a strong political background. His father was a politician who was tragically killed in a plane crash when Anthony was 14. He joined the Royal Australian Navy after completing high school and later became a Member of Parliament, serving in ... | 199 |
biographies/70167bc22d.json:11 | biographies | 0 | Margaret Beckett Margaret Beckett was born Margaret Mary Jackson in 1943, in Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, into the family of an invalid Congregationalist carpenter father and an Irish Catholic teacher mother. Her father died early, precipitating family poverty. She had two sisters, one later a nun, the other later a ... | Shadow Cabinet and Deputy Leader, 1984–94 | Deputy Leader of the Opposition and Deputy Leader of the Labour Party from 1992 to 1994, she briefly served as acting Leader of the Labour Party following John Smith's death. She was appointed to Neil Kinnock's Shadow Cabinet shortly afterward; she was elected Deputy Leader of the Labour Party in 1992, becoming the fir... | she was appointed as Judith Hart's Parliamentary Private Secretary. Harold Wilson made her a Whip in 1975, and in 1976 promoted her to Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department of Education and Science, replacing Joan Lestor, who had resigned in protest over spending cuts. She remained in that position u... | Margaret Beckett served as Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury in the Shadow Cabinet from 1989. She was elected Deputy Leader of the Labour Party in 1992 and held the position until 1994. After the death of John Smith, Beckett acted as Leader of the Opposition from May to July 1994, before losing the leadership elec... | 199 |
biographies/70167bc22d.json:12 | biographies | 1 | Margaret Beckett Margaret Beckett was born Margaret Mary Jackson in 1943, in Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, into the family of an invalid Congregationalist carpenter father and an Irish Catholic teacher mother. Her father died early, precipitating family poverty. She had two sisters, one later a nun, the other later a ... | Member of Parliament | Beckett was first elected to Parliament in October 1974 for Lincoln and held junior positions in the government of Harold Wilson. In March 2022 Beckett announced that she would stand down at the next general election. | she was appointed as Judith Hart's Parliamentary Private Secretary. Harold Wilson made her a Whip in 1975, and in 1976 promoted her to Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department of Education and Science, replacing Joan Lestor, who had resigned in protest over spending cuts. She remained in that position u... | Margaret Beckett served as an MP for Derby South from 1983 to 2022. She held various positions, including Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Department of Education and Science, and later became a frontbencher as a spokeswoman on Social Security. She was a contender for the Speakership of the House of Common... | 199 |
biographies/70167bc22d.json:13 | biographies | 2 | Margaret Beckett Margaret Beckett was born Margaret Mary Jackson in 1943, in Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, into the family of an invalid Congregationalist carpenter father and an Irish Catholic teacher mother. Her father died early, precipitating family poverty. She had two sisters, one later a nun, the other later a ... | In government, 1997–2001 | After Labour returned to power in 1997, Beckett became a member of Tony Blair's government initially as President of the Board of Trade. | leader at the time of that year's 1994 European parliament elections, which were held four weeks after she assumed the position. Labour's election campaign had been long in the planning under Smith, whose sudden death led to a "sympathy rise" in opinion polls for Labour, compounding what had already been a strong lead ... | * Led the Labour Party to a landslide victory in the 1997 general election
* Held various senior positions in the Blair government, including President of the Board of Trade and Leader of the House of Commons
* Introduced Westminster Hall debates and worked on modernizing Parliament
* Served as Secretary of State for E... | 199 |
biographies/70167bc22d.json:14 | biographies | 3 | Margaret Beckett Margaret Beckett was born Margaret Mary Jackson in 1943, in Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, into the family of an invalid Congregationalist carpenter father and an Irish Catholic teacher mother. Her father died early, precipitating family poverty. She had two sisters, one later a nun, the other later a ... | Post-Blair years | In 2007, Beckett was not initially given a position by new Prime Minister Gordon Brown; after she had spent a period on the backbenches, Brown appointed her to his cabinet as Minister of State for Housing and Planning in 2008. | of the Shadow Cabinet in 1989 as Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury. Following the 1992 general election she was elected Deputy Leader of the Labour Party and served under John Smith as Shadow Leader of the House of Commons. She became a Member of the Privy Council in 1993. She was the first woman to serve as deput... | Beckett held various cabinet positions under Prime Minister Tony Blair, including Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, and Foreign Secretary. She was criticized for her handling of the Rural Payments Agency and her response to the 2006 local elections. After leaving office, Beckett chaired the Na... | 199 |
companies/bc5759dae7.json:15 | companies | 0 | Renishaw plc The Company was founded by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer in 1973. McMurtry had needed to measure fuel pipes on a prototype jet engine: at the time, coordinate-measuring machine sensors featured rigid styli, which required manual positioning on the surface and which yielded poor repeatability when measur... | Operations | The company specialises in healthcare, spectroscopy and manufacturing. It is involved in additive manufacturing. | Renishaw plc The Company was founded by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer in 1973. McMurtry had needed to measure fuel pipes on a prototype jet engine: at the time, coordinate-measuring machine sensors featured rigid styli, which required manual positioning on the surface and which yielded poor repeatability when measur... | Renishaw plc was founded in 1973 by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer. The company started as a manufacturer of touch-trigger probes and later diversified into various fields, including industrial metrology, spectroscopy, and medical devices. Renishaw operates globally, with main offices in the UK, and additional facili... | 199 |
companies/bc5759dae7.json:16 | companies | 1 | Renishaw plc The Company was founded by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer in 1973. McMurtry had needed to measure fuel pipes on a prototype jet engine: at the time, coordinate-measuring machine sensors featured rigid styli, which required manual positioning on the surface and which yielded poor repeatability when measur... | History | It is listed on the London Stock Exchange. | Renishaw plc The Company was founded by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer in 1973. McMurtry had needed to measure fuel pipes on a prototype jet engine: at the time, coordinate-measuring machine sensors featured rigid styli, which required manual positioning on the surface and which yielded poor repeatability when measur... | Renishaw was founded in 1973 by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer. The company started as a solution provider for measuring delicate components and grew through innovation and acquisitions. Renishaw went public on the London Stock Exchange in 1984 and expanded its product portfolio over the years. Despite facing challen... | 199 |
companies/34204829a2.json:17 | companies | 0 | Mlekara Subotica AD Mlekara Subotica was founded on 4 March 1955 in Subotica under the name "Co – operative Dairy - Independent Business Organization ". In 1957, Mlekara Subotica purchased its first used trucks, a batch pasteurizer with ribbed cooler and a separator pasteurizer. At that time, the first chemical analyse... | Further developments (1996–2005) | Mlekara Subotica produced fresh milk and yogurt. It exported its products to the countries in the region as well as in the European Union. | Mlekara Subotica AD Mlekara Subotica was founded on 4 March 1955 in Subotica under the name "Co – operative Dairy - Independent Business Organization ". In 1957, Mlekara Subotica purchased its first used trucks, a batch pasteurizer with ribbed cooler and a separator pasteurizer. At that time, the first chemical analyse... | * Introduced new products such as quark and soft white cheese, creamy cheese spreads, and instant powder products
* Expanded operations to include a representative office and shop in Belgrade and Ćuprija, and a branch office and shop in Niš
* Invested in new machinery and equipment, including "Tetra Rex" and "Elopak" f... | 199 |
companies/34204829a2.json:18 | companies | 1 | Mlekara Subotica AD Mlekara Subotica was founded on 4 March 1955 in Subotica under the name "Co – operative Dairy - Independent Business Organization ". In 1957, Mlekara Subotica purchased its first used trucks, a batch pasteurizer with ribbed cooler and a separator pasteurizer. At that time, the first chemical analyse... | The modernization (1966–1975) | Other dairy products include cheese, powdered milk, and butter. | Mlekara Subotica AD Mlekara Subotica was founded on 4 March 1955 in Subotica under the name "Co – operative Dairy - Independent Business Organization ". In 1957, Mlekara Subotica purchased its first used trucks, a batch pasteurizer with ribbed cooler and a separator pasteurizer. At that time, the first chemical analyse... | During this period, Mlekara Subotica underwent significant modernization, investing in new equipment and technology. Key developments included:
* Introduction of a roller-type milk drying installation
* Purchase of new vehicles, a fuel oil-driven steam boiler, and milk cooling devices
* Installation of a new, 100,000 ... | 199 |
biographies/b9ad8c738e.json:19 | biographies | 0 | Nazeem Hussain Hussain was born in 1985 in Melbourne, Australia. His parents, both born in Sri Lanka, met in London before relocating to Australia in the 1970s. Following their separation when Hussain was six years old, Hussain's father returned to Sri Lanka. Hussain's father died of COVID-19 in 2021. Hussain has two s... | Career | He is best known as creator and star of two television comedy shows, "Legally Brown" (2013-14) and "Orange Is the New Brown" (2018). His Netflix special "Nazeem Hussain: Public Frenemy" began streaming worldwide in 2019. | Nazeem Hussain Hussain was born in 1985 in Melbourne, Australia. His parents, both born in Sri Lanka, met in London before relocating to Australia in the 1970s. Following their separation when Hussain was six years old, Hussain's father returned to Sri Lanka. Hussain's father died of COVID-19 in 2021. Hussain has two s... | Nazeem Hussain is a comedian, actor, and writer who has gained recognition through his stand-up comedy tours, TV shows, and podcasts. He has appeared on various TV programs, including his own shows "Legally Brown" and "Orange Is the New Brown", and has performed at festivals such as the Just for Laughs Festival and the... | 199 |
biographies/b9ad8c738e.json:20 | biographies | 1 | Nazeem Hussain Hussain was born in 1985 in Melbourne, Australia. His parents, both born in Sri Lanka, met in London before relocating to Australia in the 1970s. Following their separation when Hussain was six years old, Hussain's father returned to Sri Lanka. Hussain's father died of COVID-19 in 2021. Hussain has two s... | Political views and activities | The ABC describes Hussain's comedy as having a "confrontational style - tackling topics like race relations". | Nazeem Hussain Hussain was born in 1985 in Melbourne, Australia. His parents, both born in Sri Lanka, met in London before relocating to Australia in the 1970s. Following their separation when Hussain was six years old, Hussain's father returned to Sri Lanka. Hussain's father died of COVID-19 in 2021. Hussain has two s... | * Criticizing the US government's actions against Osama Bin Laden
* Questioning the effectiveness of the Australian government's efforts to stop people smuggling
* Promoting critical race theory and discussing racism with primary school children
* Depicting certain religious groups in a negative light in his comedy rou... | 199 |
biographies/56cccc1d2b.json:21 | biographies | 0 | Rick Lopes Rick Lopes has owned and managed a property management business serving West Hartford, New Britain, and Hartford, Connecticut. Rick Lopes graduated from University of Connecticut with a Bachelor's degree in Literature, as well as a second Bachelor's degree in Sociology. Lopes won a special election in 2012 a... | Political career | Lopes won the election against Republican Incumbent Gennaro Bizzaro. | Rick Lopes Rick Lopes has owned and managed a property management business serving West Hartford, New Britain, and Hartford, Connecticut. Rick Lopes graduated from University of Connecticut with a Bachelor's degree in Literature, as well as a second Bachelor's degree in Sociology. Lopes won a special election in 2012 a... | assistant
Rick Lopes is a politician who served in the Connecticut State Legislature, winning multiple elections (2012, 2014, 2016, and 2018) against Republican opponents. He also won a special election in 2012 and helped increase the Democratic majority in the Connecticut State Senate in 2020 by defeating Republican ... | 199 |
biographies/6fde56c067.json:22 | biographies | 0 | Yoon Seung-ah After being discovered on the street, Yoon Seung-ah began her career as a model, appearing in the magazines "CeCi", "Elle Girl Korea", "Vogue Girl Korea" and "Cosmopolitan Korea" and landing exclusive contracts with Nivea and J.Estina. Yoon first caught the public's eye in 2006 in Alex Chu and Ji Sun's mu... | Career | She debuted as a magazine model, and first gained attention in 2006 by appearing in two music videos by Alex Chu and Ji Sun. After finishing her art major, Yoon pursued an acting career, with supporting roles in the television series "Playful Kiss" and "Moon Embracing the Sun". She was cast in her first leading role in... | Yoon Seung-ah After being discovered on the street, Yoon Seung-ah began her career as a model, appearing in the magazines "CeCi", "Elle Girl Korea", "Vogue Girl Korea" and "Cosmopolitan Korea" and landing exclusive contracts with Nivea and J.Estina. Yoon first caught the public's eye in 2006 in Alex Chu and Ji Sun's mu... | assistant
Yoon Seung-ah started her career as a model, appeared in various magazines and secured modeling contracts. She then transitioned into acting, taking supporting roles in films and TV series, including "Playful Kiss" and "Moon Embracing the Sun". She later landed her first leading role in the rom-com series "M... | 199 |
newspapers/0f0016925e.json:23 | newspapers | 0 | Adevărul "Adevărul" is the main trademark of Adevărul Holding, a company owned by Cristian Burci. The main newspaper itself is edited by editor-in-chief Dan Marinescu and several deputy editors (Liviu Avram, Adina Stan, Andrei Velea and others). Also part of the holding are the cultural magazines "Dilema Veche" and "Hi... | Early interwar years | In 1920, "Adevărul" also began publishing its prestigious cultural supplement, "Adevărul Literar și Artistic". | cultural turmoil. By 1908, "Adevărul" was covering the burgeoning European avant-garde, offering mixed reviews to Futurism and deploring the supposed end of literary realism. In late 1910, claiming to speak for "the democratic world", it celebrated the Portuguese republican revolt. The efforts made for establishing and... | During the tumultuous period between 1910 and 1920, "Adevărul" newspaper played a significant role in reporting on major international events, including the Balkan Wars, the rise of fascist movements, and the spread of cholera among soldiers. The newspaper also organized raffles and established itself in rural areas. I... | 199 |
newspapers/0f0016925e.json:24 | newspapers | 1 | Adevărul "Adevărul" is the main trademark of Adevărul Holding, a company owned by Cristian Burci. The main newspaper itself is edited by editor-in-chief Dan Marinescu and several deputy editors (Liviu Avram, Adina Stan, Andrei Velea and others). Also part of the holding are the cultural magazines "Dilema Veche" and "Hi... | Changes in management | As of 2006, "Adevărul" had been the property of Dinu Patriciu, a prominent Romanian businessman and politician. | new generation of panelists, most of whom were known for their advocacy of left-wing causes. In addition to professional journalists Brănișteanu, Constantin Bacalbașa, Tudor Teodorescu-Braniște, they included respected novelist Mihail Sadoveanu and debuting essayist Petre Pandrea, as well as the best-selling fiction au... | * 1920s: New generation of panelists with left-wing sympathies join the editorial team.
* 1930s: Management changes lead to the departure of some established authors, including C. Bacalbașa and Batzaria, who move to "Universul".
* 1936: The Paukers sell their stake to a consortium of businessmen with National Liberal c... | 199 |
biographies/1396ddd60f.json:25 | biographies | 0 | Patricia Ann Millett Millett was born in 1963 in Dexter, Maine, to a family with Mainer roots stretching to the Revolutionary War. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, "summa cum laude", from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985. She then earned a Juris Doctor, "magna cum laude",... | Professional career | She formerly headed the Supreme Court practice at the law firm Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld. Millett also was a longtime former assistant to the United States Solicitor General and served as an occasional blogger for SCOTUSblog. | Patricia Ann Millett Millett was born in 1963 in Dexter, Maine, to a family with Mainer roots stretching to the Revolutionary War. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, "summa cum laude", from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985. She then earned a Juris Doctor, "magna cum laude",... | Patricia Ann Millett is a US Circuit Judge on the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. She began her legal career in 1988, working for various law firms and government agencies, including the US Department of Justice and the Office of the Solicitor General. She argued over 50 cases befor... | 199 |
biographies/1396ddd60f.json:26 | biographies | 1 | Patricia Ann Millett Millett was born in 1963 in Dexter, Maine, to a family with Mainer roots stretching to the Revolutionary War. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, "summa cum laude", from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985. She then earned a Juris Doctor, "magna cum laude",... | D.C. Circuit service | In February 2016 court-watchers identified her as a potential nominee to replace Justice Antonin Scalia. | Patricia Ann Millett Millett was born in 1963 in Dexter, Maine, to a family with Mainer roots stretching to the Revolutionary War. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, "summa cum laude", from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985. She then earned a Juris Doctor, "magna cum laude",... | assistant
Patricia Ann Millett served as a judge on the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit from December 10, 2013, after being nominated by President Barack Obama and confirmed by the Senate. | 199 |
biographies/1396ddd60f.json:27 | biographies | 2 | Patricia Ann Millett Millett was born in 1963 in Dexter, Maine, to a family with Mainer roots stretching to the Revolutionary War. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, "summa cum laude", from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985. She then earned a Juris Doctor, "magna cum laude",... | Consideration for D.C. Circuit | Millett's 2013 nomination to the D.C. Circuit played a role in the debate over the use of the filibuster in the United States Senate, leading to the use of the nuclear option to bring it to the floor for a vote. | Patricia Ann Millett Millett was born in 1963 in Dexter, Maine, to a family with Mainer roots stretching to the Revolutionary War. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, "summa cum laude", from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985. She then earned a Juris Doctor, "magna cum laude",... | Patricia Ann Millett was nominated by President Barack Obama to serve as a United States Circuit Judge on the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit in June 2013. Her nomination was met with opposition from Republicans, leading to a series of cloture votes and a filibuster attempt. Ultimate... | 199 |
schools/4c27bd9f58.json:28 | schools | 0 | Rose Bay Secondary College The college was established in 2003, following the merger of Dover Heights High School and Vaucluse High School. The college initially operated using both campuses while construction commenced on extending and expanding the buildings and facilities at the former site of Dover Heights High Sch... | History | The college was established in 2003 as a result of the merger of Dover Heights and Vaucluse high schools. | Rose Bay Secondary College The college was established in 2003, following the merger of Dover Heights High School and Vaucluse High School. The college initially operated using both campuses while construction commenced on extending and expanding the buildings and facilities at the former site of Dover Heights High Sch... | * Established in 2003 through the merger of Dover Heights High School and Vaucluse High School
* Initially operated using both campuses before consolidating at the Dover Heights site
* Name changed to Rose Bay Secondary College after community consultation
* Prior to the merger, Dover Heights High School was formed in ... | 199 |
schools/4c27bd9f58.json:29 | schools | 1 | Rose Bay Secondary College The college was established in 2003, following the merger of Dover Heights High School and Vaucluse High School. The college initially operated using both campuses while construction commenced on extending and expanding the buildings and facilities at the former site of Dover Heights High Sch... | Life saving and surf awareness | The catchment includes some of the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. | apprenticeships or into the workforce. Of the students who go to university, most go to the nearby University of New South Wales. The school provides support for students who have mild and moderate intellectual disabilities to undertake studies either in specially grouped classes or alongside their peers with support i... | * The school has a Surf Awareness program in partnership with the North Bondi Surf Life Saving Club, providing Year 7 students with opportunities to develop their skills and awareness about swimming at the beach.
* The program aims to promote safe and responsible behavior when interacting with the ocean and to educate ... | 199 |
biographies/a96c98a2f5.json:30 | biographies | 0 | Lisa Deanna Rinna Lisa Rinna was born on July 11, 1963 in Newport Beach, California, as the daughter of Lois and Frank Rinna. She is of Italian, Portuguese, and English descent. When Lisa was seven, her family relocated to Medford, Oregon, when her father was transferred there for job-related reasons, and she spent the... | Acting | As an actress, she is known for her roles as Billie Reed on the NBC daytime soap opera "Days of Our Lives" and Taylor McBride on the television drama "Melrose Place". Rinna made her Broadway debut in "Chicago" as Roxie Hart in June 2007. | for a movie on Lifetime since 1999. In 2001, Rinna played the role of Veronica Simpson in the comedy film "Good Advice" (2001) alongside Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards. From June to July 2007, Rinna starred in the Broadway production of "Chicago", in the role of Roxie Hart, alongside her husband, who played the role... | Lisa Rinna has appeared in various films and TV shows, including "Good Advice", "Entourage", "Hannah Montana", "Big Time Rush", "Days of Our Lives", and "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills". She has also competed on "Dancing with the Stars" and "The Celebrity Apprentice", and has guest-starred on other TV shows such ... | 199 |
biographies/a96c98a2f5.json:31 | biographies | 1 | Lisa Deanna Rinna Lisa Rinna was born on July 11, 1963 in Newport Beach, California, as the daughter of Lois and Frank Rinna. She is of Italian, Portuguese, and English descent. When Lisa was seven, her family relocated to Medford, Oregon, when her father was transferred there for job-related reasons, and she spent the... | Hosting and reality television | Since 2014, Rinna has been a cast member on "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills." She was the host of Soapnet's talk show "Soap Talk" (2002–2006), for which she earned four Emmy nominations. | for a movie on Lifetime since 1999. In 2001, Rinna played the role of Veronica Simpson in the comedy film "Good Advice" (2001) alongside Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards. From June to July 2007, Rinna starred in the Broadway production of "Chicago", in the role of Roxie Hart, alongside her husband, who played the role... | Lisa Rinna has hosted various TV shows, including "Soap Talk" (2002-2006), "Merge" (a TV makeover program on Lifetime), and "Harry Loves Lisa" (a reality TV series about her family life with husband Harry Hamlin). She has also appeared on other reality TV shows such as "Dancing with the Stars", "The Celebrity Apprentic... | 199 |
biographies/4ef45b0842.json:32 | biographies | 0 | Tabetha Kanengoni-Malinga Kanengoni-Malinga was born on 23 August 1982. Her father Elias Kanengoni, who died in 2013, is a former deputy director of the Central Intelligence Organisation. She completed her O Levels and A Levels at Girls High School in Harare. After graduating, she briefly went to the United States on a... | Political career | She was the Minister of State in the Office of Second Vice-President of Zimbabwe Phelekezela Mphoko from 2015. Previously, she served as Deputy Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture from 2013 to 2015. She was the Member of Parliament for Mazowe Central from 2013. She is a member of ZANU–PF, and previously held leadershi... | Tabetha Kanengoni-Malinga Kanengoni-Malinga was born on 23 August 1982. Her father Elias Kanengoni, who died in 2013, is a former deputy director of the Central Intelligence Organisation. She completed her O Levels and A Levels at Girls High School in Harare. After graduating, she briefly went to the United States on a... | Tabetha Kanengoni-Malinga began her political career in 2008 as a provincial youth executive in Zimbabwe's ZANU-PF party. She rose through the ranks, becoming a national youth executive and eventually switching to the Women's League. In 2013, she was elected to the National Assembly, representing the Mazowe Central con... | 199 |
biographies/3f1c89f9d3.json:33 | biographies | 0 | Jay Hottinger Hottinger attended Newark High School and has a degree in political science and public administration from Capital University. He is married with three daughters. His professional experience includes working as an office manager for Jay Company and an electrical contractor. Hottinger was a member of the N... | Ohio General Assembly | A longtime member of the Ohio General Assembly, Hottinger has served in both the Ohio House of Representatives and the Senate since first being elected in 1994. | Jay Hottinger Hottinger attended Newark High School and has a degree in political science and public administration from Capital University. He is married with three daughters. His professional experience includes working as an office manager for Jay Company and an electrical contractor. Hottinger was a member of the N... | Jay Hottinger served in the Ohio House of Representatives (1995-2001) and Ohio Senate (1999-2014). He represented various districts, including the 31st district, and held leadership positions such as Assistant Majority Whip and Chairman of the Senate Insurance, Commerce and Labor Committee. | 199 |
biographies/3f1c89f9d3.json:34 | biographies | 1 | Jay Hottinger Hottinger attended Newark High School and has a degree in political science and public administration from Capital University. He is married with three daughters. His professional experience includes working as an office manager for Jay Company and an electrical contractor. Hottinger was a member of the N... | 2014 election and return to the Ohio Senate | His current district includes Coshocton. | Jay Hottinger Hottinger attended Newark High School and has a degree in political science and public administration from Capital University. He is married with three daughters. His professional experience includes working as an office manager for Jay Company and an electrical contractor. Hottinger was a member of the N... | Jay Hottinger returned to the Ohio Senate in 2014, winning the election for the 31st district with 65% of the vote. | 199 |
companies/364984bbbb.json:35 | companies | 0 | Novo Holdings A/S Novo Holdings A/S operates in four main investment areas. Novo Seeds: aims to support especially promising biotechnology companies with great commercial potential at an early stage of their development. Novo Seeds also awards research scholarships called pre-seed grants for promising research, project... | Investments areas | Novo Holdings A/S also invests in both financial assets and in companies with application-oriented research in the life sciences. | Novo Holdings A/S Novo Holdings A/S operates in four main investment areas. Novo Seeds: aims to support especially promising biotechnology companies with great commercial potential at an early stage of their development. Novo Seeds also awards research scholarships called pre-seed grants for promising research, project... | 1. **Novo Seeds**: Supports promising biotech companies with commercial potential and awards research scholarships.
2. **Novo Ventures**: Invests in innovative life science companies, having invested over DKK 10 billion in 138 companies and divesting 44 at a profit.
3. **Novo Growth**: Invests in mature life science co... | 199 |
companies/364984bbbb.json:36 | companies | 1 | Novo Holdings A/S Novo Holdings A/S operates in four main investment areas. Novo Seeds: aims to support especially promising biotechnology companies with great commercial potential at an early stage of their development. Novo Seeds also awards research scholarships called pre-seed grants for promising research, project... | Novo Group | Novo Holdings A/S aims to manage the Novo Nordisk Foundation’s assets to achieve a return that the Foundation can award as grants for scientific research and humanitarian and social purposes. | Novo Holdings A/S Novo Holdings A/S operates in four main investment areas. Novo Seeds: aims to support especially promising biotechnology companies with great commercial potential at an early stage of their development. Novo Seeds also awards research scholarships called pre-seed grants for promising research, project... | Novo Holdings A/S is a holding company that operates in four main investment areas: Novo Seeds, Novo Ventures, Novo Growth, and Principal Investments. It invests in life science companies, providing financial returns to the Novo Nordisk Foundation, which supports scientific, humanitarian, and social initiatives. The gr... | 199 |
companies/364984bbbb.json:37 | companies | 2 | Novo Holdings A/S Novo Holdings A/S operates in four main investment areas. Novo Seeds: aims to support especially promising biotechnology companies with great commercial potential at an early stage of their development. Novo Seeds also awards research scholarships called pre-seed grants for promising research, project... | Senior management | Eivind Kolding succeeded Henrik Gürtler as CEO in 2014. Eivind Kolding left Novo Holdings A/S in 2016 and Kasim Kutay took over as CEO for the organisation. | Novo Holdings A/S Novo Holdings A/S operates in four main investment areas. Novo Seeds: aims to support especially promising biotechnology companies with great commercial potential at an early stage of their development. Novo Seeds also awards research scholarships called pre-seed grants for promising research, project... | * Current CEO: Kasim Kutay
* Previous CEOs:
+ Henrik Gürtler (1999-2014)
+ Eivind Kolding (2014-2016)
+ Sten Scheibye (interim CEO, 2016)
* Board of Directors (as of December 2018):
+ Six members | 199 |
newspapers/35cb963149.json:38 | newspapers | 0 | The Philadelphia Inquirer "The Philadelphia Inquirer" was founded as "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" by printer John R. Walker and John Norvell, former editor of Philadelphia's largest newspaper, the "Aurora & Gazette". An editorial in the first issue of "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" promised that the paper would be devoted ... | History | The newspaper was founded by John R. Walker and John Norvell in June 1829 as "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" and is the third-oldest surviving daily newspaper in the United States. | supported the Union, but Harding wanted their coverage to remain neutral. Confederate generals often sought copies of the paper, believing that the newspaper's war coverage was accurate. "Inquirer" journalist Uriah Hunt Painter was at the First Battle of Bull Run in 1861, a battle which ended in a Confederate victory. ... | * Founded in 1829 by John Norvell and John Walker as a supporter of Jeffersonian democracy and President Andrew Jackson
* Initially supported the Democratic Party, but later shifted to backing the Whig party and then the Republican Party
* During the American Civil War, the paper initially opposed emancipation, but lat... | 199 |
newspapers/35cb963149.json:39 | newspapers | 1 | The Philadelphia Inquirer "The Philadelphia Inquirer" was founded as "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" by printer John R. Walker and John Norvell, former editor of Philadelphia's largest newspaper, the "Aurora & Gazette". An editorial in the first issue of "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" promised that the paper would be devoted ... | Corporate ownership | "The Inquirer" is owned by The Philadelphia Foundation. It has won 20 Pulitzer Prizes. By the end of the 1960s, "The Inquirer" trailed its chief competitor, the "Evening Bulletin", and lacked modern facilities and experienced staff. In the 1970s, new editors turned the newspaper into one of the country's most prominent... | circulation further, the price of "The Inquirer" was cut and the paper's size was increased, mostly with classified advertisements. After five years "The Inquirer" had to move into a larger building on Market Street and later expanded into adjacent property. After Elverson's death in 1911, his son by his wife Sallie Du... | * Founded by Elverson in 1865
* Sold to Curtis-Martin Newspapers Inc. in 1930
* Owned by the Patenôtre family and Elverson Corp. briefly before being sold to Moses L. Annenberg in 1936
* Sold to Philadelphia Media Holdings LLC (PMH) in 2006
* PMH filed for bankruptcy in 2009 and underwent several changes in ownership, ... | 199 |
newspapers/35cb963149.json:40 | newspapers | 2 | The Philadelphia Inquirer "The Philadelphia Inquirer" was founded as "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" by printer John R. Walker and John Norvell, former editor of Philadelphia's largest newspaper, the "Aurora & Gazette". An editorial in the first issue of "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" promised that the paper would be devoted ... | Civil War to 1920s | "The Inquirer" first became a major newspaper during the American Civil War when its war coverage was popular on both sides. The paper's circulation dropped after the war, then rose by the end of the 19th century. | January 1830. Under Harding, in 1829, "The Inquirer" moved from its original location between Front and Second Streets to between Second and Third Streets. When Harding bought and merged the "Morning Journal" in January 1830, the newspaper was moved to South Second Street. Ten years later "The Inquirer" again was moved... | During the American Civil War, "The Philadelphia Inquirer" supported the Union and reported on the conflict, despite crowds threatening to burn down the newspaper's building due to a perceived bias. After the war, the paper struggled financially, but was revived by new ownership and modernized facilities. In the late 1... | 199 |
newspapers/35cb963149.json:41 | newspapers | 3 | The Philadelphia Inquirer "The Philadelphia Inquirer" was founded as "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" by printer John R. Walker and John Norvell, former editor of Philadelphia's largest newspaper, the "Aurora & Gazette". An editorial in the first issue of "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" promised that the paper would be devoted ... | Production | The publisher is Elizabeth H. Hughes, and the editor is Gabriel Escobar. | of offices retail and apartments. The next month, publisher and CEO Gregory J. Osberg announced that 600 of the 740 Philadelphia Media Network employees of "The Inquirer", "Daily News", and Philly.com would move to office space in the former Strawbridge & Clothier department store on east Market Street. The remaining e... | * In 2012, Philadelphia Media Network relocated to a new office space in the former Strawbridge & Clothier department store on east Market Street.
* The consolidation of offices brought together 600 employees from "The Inquirer", "Daily News", and Philly.com.
* The new location features a street-level lobby and event r... | 199 |
biographies/26afae2bbc.json:42 | biographies | 0 | Al Jardine Alan Charles Jardine was born in Lima, Ohio the younger of two children to Virginia and Donald Jardine. Having spent his first years of childhood in Lima, he moved with his family to Rochester, New York, where his father worked for Eastman Kodak and taught at the Rochester Institute of Technology. His family... | 1960s–80s | He is known for occasionally singing lead vocals on singles such as "Help Me, Rhonda". His song "Lady Lynda" was also a UK top 10 hit for the group in 1978. | the band's manager, Murry Wilson. Jardine played double bass on the Beach Boys' first (and only) record for Candix Records, "Surfin'", but quit the band a few months later, in February 1962. A common misconception is that Jardine left to focus on dental school. In reality, Jardine did not even apply to dental school un... | * Al Jardine played double bass on the Beach Boys' first record, "Surfin'", before quitting the band in 1962.
* He returned to the Beach Boys in 1963 after David Marks' departure and became a lead vocalist, contributing to hits like "Help Me, Rhonda".
* Jardine also became a songwriter and co-writer, penning songs like... | 199 |
biographies/26afae2bbc.json:43 | biographies | 1 | Al Jardine Alan Charles Jardine was born in Lima, Ohio the younger of two children to Virginia and Donald Jardine. Having spent his first years of childhood in Lima, he moved with his family to Rochester, New York, where his father worked for Eastman Kodak and taught at the Rochester Institute of Technology. His family... | 1990s–present | Other Beach Boys songs that feature Jardine on lead include "From There to Back Again" (2012). He has released one solo album, "A Postcard from California" (2010). | to prevent the use of the Beach Boys name, which he had licensed in 1999. The courts ruled in Love's favor, denying Jardine the use of the Beach Boys name in any fashion. Jardine proceeded to appeal this decision in addition to seeking $4 million in damages. The California Court of Appeal ruled that Love acted wrongful... | * Fought legal battles over the use of the Beach Boys' name, eventually settling out of court
* Released solo music, including albums "A Postcard from California" (2010) and "Waves of Love 2.0" (2021)
* Collaborated with Brian Wilson on various projects, including the album "That's Why God Made the Radio" (2012) and th... | 199 |
biographies/83449be0ad.json:44 | biographies | 0 | Michelle Branch Branch was born on July 2, 1983, in Sedona, Arizona, to David and Peggy Branch. Her father is Irish, and her mother is of Dutch-Indonesian ("Indo") and French descent. Her maternal grandmother was held in a Japanese internment camp during World War II. After the war she moved to the Netherlands, where B... | 2001–2005: "The Spirit Room" and "Hotel Paper" | During the early 2000s, she released two top-selling albums: "The Spirit Room" and "Hotel Paper." She won a Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals with Santana for their 2002 single, "The Game of Love". As a solo recording artist, she signed to the Maverick record label in 2001, and released her debut albu... | compilation of songs she wrote starting from when she was 14; the album was released on the independent record label Twin Dragon Records. Its title was inspired from a bracelet made by pop singer Jewel, given to Branch by musician Steve Poltz at a Lisa Loeb concert she attended. Poltz told Branch that "when it breaks, ... | * Released debut album "The Spirit Room" in 2001, featuring hits like "Everywhere" and "All You Wanted"
* Signed with Maverick Records and collaborated with artists like Santana and Hanson
* Released second album "Hotel Paper" in 2003, which debuted at #2 on the Billboard 200 chart
* Appeared on various TV shows, inclu... | 199 |
biographies/83449be0ad.json:45 | biographies | 1 | Michelle Branch Branch was born on July 2, 1983, in Sedona, Arizona, to David and Peggy Branch. Her father is Irish, and her mother is of Dutch-Indonesian ("Indo") and French descent. Her maternal grandmother was held in a Japanese internment camp during World War II. After the war she moved to the Netherlands, where B... | 2005–2007: The Wreckers | In 2005, she formed the country music duo the Wreckers with Jessica Harp, and produced the Grammy-nominated single "Leave the Pieces". The Wreckers disbanded in 2007. | compilation of songs she wrote starting from when she was 14; the album was released on the independent record label Twin Dragon Records. Its title was inspired from a bracelet made by pop singer Jewel, given to Branch by musician Steve Poltz at a Lisa Loeb concert she attended. Poltz told Branch that "when it breaks, ... | In 2005, Michelle Branch formed a band called The Wreckers with her backup singer and friend Jessica Harp. They released their album "Stand Still, Look Pretty" in May 2006, which was certified Gold by the RIAA. The album spawned the single "Leave the Pieces," which received a Grammy nomination. The Wreckers toured with... | 199 |
disasters/5ebf4950f6.json:46 | disasters | 0 | Yavapai Wars With the Mohave people's power greatly diminished, Tolkepaya saw that they needed to make new alliances to protect their safety. In April 1863, Quashackama, a well-known Tolkepaya, met with Arizona Territory superintendent of Indian affairs Charles Poston, along with representatives of the Pimas, Mohaves, ... | Exodus Day | The war culminated with the Yavapai's removal from the Camp Verde Reservation to San Carlos on February 27, 1875, an event now known as Exodus Day. | Yavapai Wars With the Mohave people's power greatly diminished, Tolkepaya saw that they needed to make new alliances to protect their safety. In April 1863, Quashackama, a well-known Tolkepaya, met with Arizona Territory superintendent of Indian affairs Charles Poston, along with representatives of the Pimas, Mohaves, ... | Exodus Day refers to February 27, 1875, when approximately 1,400 Yavapai people were forcibly relocated from the Camp Verde Reservation to the San Carlos Reservation. During this brutal journey, many died due to exhaustion, drowning, and violence, resulting in 375 fatalities. | 199 |
biographies/21adeb3d91.json:47 | biographies | 0 | Amanda Louise Holden Holden was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire and spent much of her childhood in Bishop's Waltham, and aged nine she joined Bishop's Waltham Little Theatre Company. She attended Swanmore College. At 16 she moved to Bournemouth, before moving to South London to attend Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. H... | Television | Since 2006, she has been a judge on the television talent show competition "Britain's Got Talent". Her acting credits on television include "The Grimleys", "Kiss Me Kate", "Cutting It", "Wild at Heart" (2006–2008), and "Big Top" (2009). Holden has also presented various television shows for ITV, including "The Sun Mili... | 1 June 2009 she appeared with regular presenters Harry Smith and Maggie Rodriguez. Holden has since signed with CBS as a British correspondent for "The Early Show". From 2009 until 2014 Holden co-presented "A Night of Heroes: The Sun Military Awards" annually on ITV with Phillip Schofield. In January 2010 she presented... | * Co-presenter on "The Early Show" (CBS)
* Host of "A Night of Heroes: The Sun Military Awards" (ITV)
* Presenter of her own series "Amanda Holden's Fantasy Lives" (ITV)
* Co-presenter of "The Door" (ITV) with Chris Tarrant
* Narrator of "The Nation's Favourite Bee Gees Song" (ITV)
* Guest presenter on "Lorraine" (ITV)... | 199 |
biographies/21adeb3d91.json:48 | biographies | 1 | Amanda Louise Holden Holden was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire and spent much of her childhood in Bishop's Waltham, and aged nine she joined Bishop's Waltham Little Theatre Company. She attended Swanmore College. At 16 she moved to Bournemouth, before moving to South London to attend Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. H... | Radio | She currently co-hosts "Heart Breakfast" with Jamie Theakston. | 1 June 2009 she appeared with regular presenters Harry Smith and Maggie Rodriguez. Holden has since signed with CBS as a British correspondent for "The Early Show". From 2009 until 2014 Holden co-presented "A Night of Heroes: The Sun Military Awards" annually on ITV with Phillip Schofield. In January 2010 she presented... | * Co-presenter on "The Early Show" on CBS
* Co-presenter on "A Night of Heroes: The Sun Military Awards" on ITV
* Narrator on documentary "The Nation's Favourite Bee Gees Song" on ITV
* Presenter on "Superstar" on ITV
* Co-host on "This Morning" on ITV (filling in for Holly Willoughby)
* Presenter on "Give a Pet a Home... | 199 |
biographies/21adeb3d91.json:49 | biographies | 2 | Amanda Louise Holden Holden was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire and spent much of her childhood in Bishop's Waltham, and aged nine she joined Bishop's Waltham Little Theatre Company. She attended Swanmore College. At 16 she moved to Bournemouth, before moving to South London to attend Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. H... | Theatre | Holden performed in the musical stage show "Thoroughly Modern Millie" in 2004, for which she was nominated for a Laurence Olivier Award. | six-part factual series for ITV called "Give a Pet a Home", which worked alongside the RSPCA finding homes for animals. The series aired in April and May 2015. On 18 December 2015 Holden was part of the presenting team for ITV's Christmas telethon "Text Santa". In 2016 she presented "I've Got Something To Tell You", a ... | Amanda Holden has had a successful theatre career, starring in various productions such as "Thoroughly Modern Millie", "Shrek The Musical", and "Stepping Out". She won the WhatsOnStage.com Theatregoers' Choice Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her role in "Shrek The Musical". | 199 |
biographies/21adeb3d91.json:50 | biographies | 3 | Amanda Louise Holden Holden was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire and spent much of her childhood in Bishop's Waltham, and aged nine she joined Bishop's Waltham Little Theatre Company. She attended Swanmore College. At 16 she moved to Bournemouth, before moving to South London to attend Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. H... | Other work | In 2013, Holden released her autobiography book, "No Holding Back", which became a "Sunday Times" bestseller. | 1 June 2009 she appeared with regular presenters Harry Smith and Maggie Rodriguez. Holden has since signed with CBS as a British correspondent for "The Early Show". From 2009 until 2014 Holden co-presented "A Night of Heroes: The Sun Military Awards" annually on ITV with Phillip Schofield. In January 2010 she presented... | * TV presenter: Co-presenter of "The Early Show", "A Night of Heroes", "The Door", "Superstar", and "Britain's Got Talent"
* Radio host: Co-host of "Heart Breakfast" with Jamie Theakston
* Actress: Appeared in various stage productions, including "Stepping Out" and "Intimate Relations"
* Singer: Released debut studio a... | 199 |
biographies/21adeb3d91.json:51 | biographies | 4 | Amanda Louise Holden Holden was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire and spent much of her childhood in Bishop's Waltham, and aged nine she joined Bishop's Waltham Little Theatre Company. She attended Swanmore College. At 16 she moved to Bournemouth, before moving to South London to attend Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. H... | Music | She released her debut studio album, "Songs from My Heart", in 2020. | six-part factual series for ITV called "Give a Pet a Home", which worked alongside the RSPCA finding homes for animals. The series aired in April and May 2015. On 18 December 2015 Holden was part of the presenting team for ITV's Christmas telethon "Text Santa". In 2016 she presented "I've Got Something To Tell You", a ... | Amanda Holden has released her debut studio album "Songs from My Heart" in 2020, which reached number four on the UK Albums Chart. | 199 |
biographies/41f7f1f996.json:52 | biographies | 0 | Juicy J Jordan Michael Houston III was born on April 5, 1975. As a teenager, he read a multitude of books and essays on the music industry, learning about marketing, publishing, and royalties. He looked up to fellow Tennessee artist, Al Bell, who was the brief co-owner of Stax Records. He wrote the song, "Slob on My Kn... | 1991–2009: Career beginnings with Three 6 Mafia | He is a founding member of the Southern hip hop group Three 6 Mafia, established in 1991, with whom he won an Academy Award for Best Original Song, for their single "It's Hard out Here for a Pimp". | Juicy J Jordan Michael Houston III was born on April 5, 1975. As a teenager, he read a multitude of books and essays on the music industry, learning about marketing, publishing, and royalties. He looked up to fellow Tennessee artist, Al Bell, who was the brief co-owner of Stax Records. He wrote the song, "Slob on My Kn... | Juicy J co-founded the Southern hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia in 1991 with DJ Paul and Lord Infamous. The group released its debut album "Mystic Stylez" in 1995 and went on to release eight more albums. In 2002, Juicy J released his solo debut album "Chronicles of the Juice Man". | 199 |
biographies/41f7f1f996.json:53 | biographies | 1 | Juicy J Jordan Michael Houston III was born on April 5, 1975. As a teenager, he read a multitude of books and essays on the music industry, learning about marketing, publishing, and royalties. He looked up to fellow Tennessee artist, Al Bell, who was the brief co-owner of Stax Records. He wrote the song, "Slob on My Kn... | 2010–2017: Taylor Gang, "Stay Trippy" and "Rubba Band Business" album | His most notable single as a soloist is his feature on the Top 40 singles "Bandz a Make Her Dance" (featuring Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz). It served as the lead single for his third album "Stay Trippy" on August 23, 2013. In 2011, Juicy J announced that he was a part-owner and A&R representative for Wiz Khalifa's Taylor Ga... | Juicy J Jordan Michael Houston III was born on April 5, 1975. As a teenager, he read a multitude of books and essays on the music industry, learning about marketing, publishing, and royalties. He looked up to fellow Tennessee artist, Al Bell, who was the brief co-owner of Stax Records. He wrote the song, "Slob on My Kn... | * Released the album "Stay Trippy" in 2013, featuring hits like "Bandz a Make Her Dance" and "Show Out"
* Collaborated with artists like Wiz Khalifa, The Weeknd, Lil Wayne, and Nicki Minaj
* Released the single "Dark Horse" with Katy Perry
* Announced his fourth studio album "Rubba Band Business" in 2016, which was eve... | 199 |
biographies/2db24dcd1e.json:54 | biographies | 0 | Charlize Theron Theron was born in Benoni, in Transvaal Province (Gauteng Province since 1994) of South Africa, the only child of road constructionists Gerda (née Maritz) and Charles Theron (27 November 1947 – 21 June 1991). The Second Boer War military leader Danie Theron was her great-great-uncle. She is from an Afri... | Career hiatus and fluctuations (2009–2016) | In 2016, "Time" named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. | contract at a local competition in Salerno and moved with her mother to Milan, Italy. After Theron spent a year modelling throughout Europe, she and her mother moved to the US, both New York City and Miami. In New York, she attended the Joffrey Ballet School, where she trained as a ballet dancer until a knee injury clo... | Theron took a break from acting from 2009-2011, during which she appeared in only a few projects, including "The Road" and "Astro Boy". She returned to the spotlight in 2011 with the critically acclaimed black comedy "Young Adult", earning a Golden Globe nomination. She then appeared in "Snow White and the Huntsman" (2... | 199 |
biographies/2db24dcd1e.json:55 | biographies | 1 | Charlize Theron Theron was born in Benoni, in Transvaal Province (Gauteng Province since 1994) of South Africa, the only child of road constructionists Gerda (née Maritz) and Charles Theron (27 November 1947 – 21 June 1991). The Second Boer War military leader Danie Theron was her great-great-uncle. She is from an Afri... | Breakthrough (1997–2002) | Theron came to international prominence in the 1990s by starring in the Hollywood films "The Devil's Advocate" (1997), "Mighty Joe Young" (1998), and "The Cider House Rules" (1999). | contract at a local competition in Salerno and moved with her mother to Milan, Italy. After Theron spent a year modelling throughout Europe, she and her mother moved to the US, both New York City and Miami. In New York, she attended the Joffrey Ballet School, where she trained as a ballet dancer until a knee injury clo... | Theron's breakthrough came with the film "The Devil's Advocate" (1997), which showcased her acting abilities. She then starred in "Mighty Joe Young" (1998) and "The Cider House Rules" (1999), solidifying her status as a leading lady in Hollywood. This period marked the beginning of her rise to fame, with her versatilit... | 199 |
biographies/2db24dcd1e.json:56 | biographies | 2 | Charlize Theron Theron was born in Benoni, in Transvaal Province (Gauteng Province since 1994) of South Africa, the only child of road constructionists Gerda (née Maritz) and Charles Theron (27 November 1947 – 21 June 1991). The Second Boer War military leader Danie Theron was her great-great-uncle. She is from an Afri... | Worldwide recognition and critical success (2003–2008) | She received critical acclaim for her portrayal of serial killer Aileen Wuornos in "Monster" (2003), for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress, becoming the first South African to win an Oscar for Best Actress. She received another Academy Award nomination for playing a sexually abused woman seeking justice ... | "The film represents a confident next step for lead Charlize Theron. Though the challenges of following a career-redefining Oscar role have stymied actresses, Theron segues from "Monster" to a performance in many ways more accomplished [...] The strength of both the performance and character anchor the film firmly in t... | Theron's performances in films like "North Country" (2005) and "In the Valley of Elah" (2007) garnered critical acclaim, earning her Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations. She also starred in "Sleepwalking" (2007) and "The Burning Plain" (2008). Additionally, she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, was ... | 199 |
biographies/2db24dcd1e.json:57 | biographies | 3 | Charlize Theron Theron was born in Benoni, in Transvaal Province (Gauteng Province since 1994) of South Africa, the only child of road constructionists Gerda (née Maritz) and Charles Theron (27 November 1947 – 21 June 1991). The Second Boer War military leader Danie Theron was her great-great-uncle. She is from an Afri... | Personal life | Theron became an American citizen in 2007, while retaining her South African citizenship. | an alcoholic superhero alongside Will Smith in the superhero film "Hancock". "The Burning Plain" found a limited release in US theaters, but grossed $5,267,917 outside the US. Moreover "Hancock" made US$624.3 million worldwide. Also in 2008, Theron was named the Hasty Pudding Theatricals Woman of the Year, and was aske... | * Born in South Africa, she became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2007
* Adopted two daughters, Jackson (born 2012) and August (born 2015)
* Supports LGBTQ+ rights and same-sex marriage, refusing to marry until it becomes legal in the U.S.
* Has been involved in various charitable initiatives, including women's rights a... | 199 |
disasters/f3eb1335d9.json:58 | disasters | 0 | Caroline Twigge Matthews Caroline Twigge was born in 25 September 1877, to Liverpool parents, John Twigge (1848 – 1908) and his wife Caroline Sara Twigge, née Sargeant (born 1847), who lived in the Waterloo area of the city, and she was baptised on 26 June 1878. She had two brothers, John S. Twigge (born 1872) who was ... | Death and memorial | When she died, the press said she was "The Florence Nightingale of the Balkans." | years her senior, in 1907, in the Sheriff Court in St Giles district, Edinburgh, but at the date of her death, she was already a widow. Matthews served voluntarily in the 1908 Messina earthquake, when the city lost almost half its population including nurses and doctors. She was among those involved in the internationa... | assistant
Dr. Caroline Matthews died of pneumonia at the age of 49 in 1927, after contracting influenza. She was buried in the grave of her close friend, Amy Maria Johns, in Downe, near Farnborough. | 199 |
biographies/84f252f196.json:59 | biographies | 0 | Katherine LaNasa LaNasa was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, the daughter of Anne (née Hardin) and Dr. James J. LaNasa Jr., a surgeon. She began dancing at the age of 12, and at the age of 14, she was admitted to the North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. After an apprenticeship with Milwauk... | Career | She starred in films "Jayne Mansfield's Car", "The Campaign" and "The Frozen Ground". On television, LaNasa had a leading role in the NBC sitcom "Three Sisters" (2001–2002), appeared in recurring or guest roles on "Judging Amy", "Two and a Half Men", "Big Love" and "Longmire", and also starred in the short-lived dramas... | Katherine LaNasa LaNasa was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, the daughter of Anne (née Hardin) and Dr. James J. LaNasa Jr., a surgeon. She began dancing at the age of 12, and at the age of 14, she was admitted to the North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. After an apprenticeship with Milwauk... | Katherine LaNasa is an actress who began her career in dance before transitioning to acting. She has appeared in numerous films and TV shows, including "Seinfeld," "3rd Rock from the Sun," "The Practice," "Grey's Anatomy," "ER," "House M.D.," and "Two and a Half Men." She has also had leading and recurring roles in sev... | 199 |
disasters/b6f4aefc8d.json:60 | disasters | 0 | St. Louis tornado outbreak of February 1959 Early on February 7, a low-pressure system formed over Southeastern Oregon. This low strengthened as it moved slowly southeastward over the next two days before bottoming out at 992 mbars over Southwestern Colorado. It then accelerated tremendously as it turned eastward and t... | Crescent–Northwestern Downtown St. Louis, Missouri/Madison, Illinois | A violent F4 tornado tore through Northwestern Downtown St. Louis. | St. Louis tornado outbreak of February 1959 Early on February 7, a low-pressure system formed over Southeastern Oregon. This low strengthened as it moved slowly southeastward over the next two days before bottoming out at 992 mbars over Southwestern Colorado. It then accelerated tremendously as it turned eastward and t... | A devastating F3/F4 tornado struck Crescent, Missouri, and Northwestern Downtown St. Louis, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The tornado passed through residential areas, damaging or destroying numerous buildings, including homes, apartments, and businesses. The hardest-hit areas included Warson Woods, ... | 199 |
disasters/b6f4aefc8d.json:61 | disasters | 1 | St. Louis tornado outbreak of February 1959 Early on February 7, a low-pressure system formed over Southeastern Oregon. This low strengthened as it moved slowly southeastward over the next two days before bottoming out at 992 mbars over Southwestern Colorado. It then accelerated tremendously as it turned eastward and t... | Aftermath | An F3 tornado also caused heavy damage to numerous structures in Southern Highland County, Ohio, including a school that was in session at the time the tornado hit. | then entered St. Louis City, devastating the area. It first damaged dozens of buildings and homes in the neighborhoods of Franz Park, Hi-Pointe, and Clayton-Tamm in Northern Benton before tearing part of the roof off the St. Louis Arena and blowing down a TV tower in Northern Gratiot. It then reached its peak intensity... | * 11 people died
* 175 people injured
* $25 million in damage
* Hundreds of people trapped in rubble
* Buildings, cars, trees, and power lines damaged or destroyed
* Tornado traveled 10.5 miles, was 400 yards wide, and rated F3 (or possibly F2)
* Emergency responders struggled to respond due to downed utility wires and... | 199 |
disasters/b6f4aefc8d.json:62 | disasters | 2 | St. Louis tornado outbreak of February 1959 Early on February 7, a low-pressure system formed over Southeastern Oregon. This low strengthened as it moved slowly southeastward over the next two days before bottoming out at 992 mbars over Southwestern Colorado. It then accelerated tremendously as it turned eastward and t... | Sugar Tree Ridge–Northern Belfast, Ohio | Non-tornadic impacts also caused two more fatalities, and at least 70 more injuries. | St. Louis tornado outbreak of February 1959 Early on February 7, a low-pressure system formed over Southeastern Oregon. This low strengthened as it moved slowly southeastward over the next two days before bottoming out at 992 mbars over Southwestern Colorado. It then accelerated tremendously as it turned eastward and t... | A devastating F3 tornado touched down in Sugar Tree Ridge, causing significant damage to farms and homes. The tornado destroyed one farm building, threw a car 75 yards into a ditch, and injured six people. The nearby Belfast School suffered heavy damage, with a brick chimney falling through a classroom, injuring two ch... | 199 |
biographies/a05f679213.json:63 | biographies | 0 | Chloe Pirrie Pirrie was raised in Stockbridge, Edinburgh, and attended the Mary Erskine School. She began acting in school and decided to pursue it as a career after being cast in a school production of "The Cherry Orchard". She moved to London at the age of 18 to attend the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and grad... | Career | She has played main roles in the 2014 miniseries "The Game", the 2012 film "Shell", and the 2015 television film "An Inspector Calls". She has also appeared in the 2016 miniseries "War & Peace", the film "Youth", and "The Waldo Moment", a 2013 episode of "Black Mirror". In 2015 she also co-starred in the Academy Award ... | Chloe Pirrie Pirrie was raised in Stockbridge, Edinburgh, and attended the Mary Erskine School. She began acting in school and decided to pursue it as a career after being cast in a school production of "The Cherry Orchard". She moved to London at the age of 18 to attend the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and grad... | assistant
Chloe Pirrie is a Scottish actress who began her career after graduating from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 2009. She has since appeared in various TV shows, films, and stage productions, including roles in "The Crown," "War & Peace," "The Living and the Dead," "Troy," "The Victim," "Emma," and ... | 199 |
biographies/885b2ec21c.json:64 | biographies | 0 | Jennifer Patricia Morris Jenny Morris was born in Tokoroa, New Zealand and grew up in Hamilton with three brothers (Alistair, Rhys and Tam) and four sisters (Maxine, Bronte, Joanne and Shanley). Morris wrote a poem on the Vietnam War when she was 12 and used her sister's guitar to put it to music. Morris has stated tha... | Early years and The Crocodiles | Her first success came with New Zealand band The Crocodiles, who had a top 20 hit single with "Tears". | Jennifer Patricia Morris Jenny Morris was born in Tokoroa, New Zealand and grew up in Hamilton with three brothers (Alistair, Rhys and Tam) and four sisters (Maxine, Bronte, Joanne and Shanley). Morris wrote a poem on the Vietnam War when she was 12 and used her sister's guitar to put it to music. Morris has stated tha... | Jenny Morris grew up in New Zealand and started her music career at 15. She joined the all-female group Wide Mouthed Frogs in 1978 and later became a member of The Crocodiles, a band formed by Tony Backhouse and others. The Crocodiles released their debut album "Tears" in 1980, followed by "Looking at Ourselves" in 198... | 199 |
biographies/885b2ec21c.json:65 | biographies | 1 | Jennifer Patricia Morris Jenny Morris was born in Tokoroa, New Zealand and grew up in Hamilton with three brothers (Alistair, Rhys and Tam) and four sisters (Maxine, Bronte, Joanne and Shanley). Morris wrote a poem on the Vietnam War when she was 12 and used her sister's guitar to put it to music. Morris has stated tha... | QED and "Jackson" | Morris provided backing vocals for INXS on their album, "The Swing". She then recorded a duet with lead singer, Michael Hutchence, on a cover of Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood's hit "Jackson"; it was included as a bonus track on the April 1984 (cassette only) INXS EP, "Dekadance", which reached number two on the chart... | recorded with The Morris Majors. "Puberty Blues" reached the Australian Kent Music Report Singles Chart top 100. The follow-up single, "Little By Little"—a cover of The Springfields 1960's song—was released in 1982 but failed to chart. During 1982–1984, Morris continued as a session backing vocalist, contributing to re... | QED was a short-lived band formed in Sydney in 1984 by Jenny Morris, Rex Goh, and Ian Belton. They released three singles, including "Everywhere I Go", "Solo and More", and "This One", and one album, "Animal Magic", before disbanding in 1985. Their single "Jackson", a duet with INXS' Michael Hutchence, was released in ... | 199 |
biographies/885b2ec21c.json:66 | biographies | 2 | Jennifer Patricia Morris Jenny Morris was born in Tokoroa, New Zealand and grew up in Hamilton with three brothers (Alistair, Rhys and Tam) and four sisters (Maxine, Bronte, Joanne and Shanley). Morris wrote a poem on the Vietnam War when she was 12 and used her sister's guitar to put it to music. Morris has stated tha... | Solo success: 1986–1994 | Her solo career includes top five Australian albums with "Shiver" in 1989 and "Honeychild" in 1991, and her top five Australian singles are "She Has to Be Loved" and "Break in the Weather". These albums and singles also peaked in the top ten on the New Zealand charts. Morris has won two ARIA Awards for 'Best Female Art... | songwriter Arthur Baysting. Morris was asked to join and soon after, Hornibrook departed and was replaced by Matthews. The Crocodiles were managed by Mike Chunn (ex-Split Enz bassist) and regularly performed in Auckland. In January 1980 they played the high-profile Sweetwaters Music Festival and in April that year, the... | Morris released her debut solo single "Puberty Blues" in 1981, followed by several successful singles and albums throughout the late 1980s. Her self-titled album "Body and Soul" (1987) achieved platinum status in Australia and reached #13 on the album charts. She won back-to-back ARIA Awards for Best Female Artist in 1... | 199 |
biographies/69c0fe2859.json:67 | biographies | 0 | Isiah Lord Thomas III The youngest of nine children, Thomas was born on April 30, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in the city's West Side. He started playing basketball at age three and would dribble and shoot baskets as the halftime entertainment at Catholic Youth Organization games. He attended Our Lady of So... | Legacy and accolades | The 12-time NBA All-Star was named one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History. | year, the 1979–80 season, Knight became so upset with Thomas that he kicked him out of a practice. According to Thomas, Knight was making a point that no player, no "matter how talented, is bigger than Knight's philosophy." Thomas quickly proved his skills as a player and became a favorite with both Knight and Indiana ... | assistant
Isiah Thomas is a renowned basketball legend and philanthropist, known for his outstanding playing career and numerous charitable endeavors. He has received numerous awards and accolades for his humanitarian work, including the King Legacy Award, Lifetime Achievement Award, and AT&T Humanity of Connection Aw... | 199 |
biographies/69c0fe2859.json:68 | biographies | 1 | Isiah Lord Thomas III The youngest of nine children, Thomas was born on April 30, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in the city's West Side. He started playing basketball at age three and would dribble and shoot baskets as the halftime entertainment at Catholic Youth Organization games. He attended Our Lady of So... | Detroit Pistons (1981–1994) | He played his entire professional career for the Detroit Pistons of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was taken as the second overall pick by the Pistons in the 1981 NBA draft, and played for them his entire career, while leading them to the 1988–89 and 1989–90 NBA championships. | draft, the Detroit Pistons chose Thomas with the second overall pick and signed him to a four-year, $1.6 million contract. Thomas started for the Eastern Conference in the 1982 NBA All-Star Game and made the All-Rookie Team. In the opening round of the 1984 NBA playoffs, Thomas and the Pistons faced off against Bernard... | Isiah Thomas led the Pistons to two NBA championships (1989, 1990) and was named NBA Finals MVP in 1990. He was a key player in the team's "Bad Boys" era, known for their physical and defensive-minded style of play. Thomas was a 12-time NBA All-Star, a consensus first-team All-American, and holds multiple franchise rec... | 199 |
biographies/69c0fe2859.json:69 | biographies | 2 | Isiah Lord Thomas III The youngest of nine children, Thomas was born on April 30, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in the city's West Side. He started playing basketball at age three and would dribble and shoot baskets as the halftime entertainment at Catholic Youth Organization games. He attended Our Lady of So... | College career | Thomas played college basketball for the Indiana Hoosiers, leading them to the 1981 NCAA championship as a sophomore and declaring for the NBA draft. | year, the 1979–80 season, Knight became so upset with Thomas that he kicked him out of a practice. According to Thomas, Knight was making a point that no player, no "matter how talented, is bigger than Knight's philosophy." Thomas quickly proved his skills as a player and became a favorite with both Knight and Indiana ... | Isiah Thomas played for Indiana University under Coach Bobby Knight, leading the Hoosiers to the Big Ten championship and the 1981 NCAA tournament title. He was named the tournament's Most Outstanding Player and was drafted into the NBA in 1981. | 199 |
biographies/69c0fe2859.json:70 | biographies | 3 | Isiah Lord Thomas III The youngest of nine children, Thomas was born on April 30, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in the city's West Side. He started playing basketball at age three and would dribble and shoot baskets as the halftime entertainment at Catholic Youth Organization games. He attended Our Lady of So... | FIU | He was later the basketball coach for FIU for three seasons from 2009 to 2012. | year, the 1979–80 season, Knight became so upset with Thomas that he kicked him out of a practice. According to Thomas, Knight was making a point that no player, no "matter how talented, is bigger than Knight's philosophy." Thomas quickly proved his skills as a player and became a favorite with both Knight and Indiana ... | assistant
Isiah Thomas served as the head basketball coach of Florida International University (FIU) from 2009 to 2012, leading the team to a 26-65 record over three seasons. | 199 |
biographies/69c0fe2859.json:71 | biographies | 4 | Isiah Lord Thomas III The youngest of nine children, Thomas was born on April 30, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in the city's West Side. He started playing basketball at age three and would dribble and shoot baskets as the halftime entertainment at Catholic Youth Organization games. He attended Our Lady of So... | New York Liberty | In early May 2015, Thomas was named president of the WNBA team the New York Liberty, where Thomas's former Pistons teammate, Bill Laimbeer, was the team's coach. | a consultant to the team, reporting directly to Walsh and banned from having contact with Knicks players on the rationale that he could undermine the new head coach. On April 14, 2009, Thomas accepted an offer to become the head basketball coach of FIU, replacing Sergio Rouco after five losing seasons. Thomas announced... | Isiah Thomas became the President of the New York Liberty in 2015, overseeing the team's business and basketball operations. Under his leadership, the Liberty finished first in the Eastern Conference in the 2015 season. | 199 |
biographies/d68e85a0d2.json:72 | biographies | 0 | Spike Jonze Adam H. Spiegel was born in New York City, the son of Arthur H. Spiegel III and Sandra L. Granzow. His father was of German-Jewish ancestry. Jonze is the grandson of Arthur Spiegel and the great-great-grandson of Joseph Spiegel, founder of the Spiegel catalog. Arthur H. Spiegel III was the founder of a heal... | 1985–1993: Photography, magazines, and early video work | Moving into filmmaking, he began shooting skateboarding films, including the influential "Video Days" (1991). Jonze co-founded the skateboard company Girl Skateboards in 1993 with Rick Howard and Mike Carroll. | Spike Jonze Adam H. Spiegel was born in New York City, the son of Arthur H. Spiegel III and Sandra L. Granzow. His father was of German-Jewish ancestry. Jonze is the grandson of Arthur Spiegel and the great-great-grandson of Joseph Spiegel, founder of the Spiegel catalog. Arthur H. Spiegel III was the founder of a heal... | Born in NYC, Spike Jonze grew up in Bethesda, MD, where he developed a passion for BMX and photography. He started working at a local bike shop, took photos for "Freestylin' Magazine," and formed friendships with fellow enthusiasts. Jonze's photography led to jobs with "Homeboy" and "Dirt" magazines, and he eventually ... | 199 |
biographies/d68e85a0d2.json:73 | biographies | 1 | Spike Jonze Adam H. Spiegel was born in New York City, the son of Arthur H. Spiegel III and Sandra L. Granzow. His father was of German-Jewish ancestry. Jonze is the grandson of Arthur Spiegel and the great-great-grandson of Joseph Spiegel, founder of the Spiegel catalog. Arthur H. Spiegel III was the founder of a heal... | 2000–2008: "Adaptation" and "Jackass" | He was a co-creator and executive producer of MTV's "Jackass" franchise. Jonze co-founded Directors Label, with filmmakers Chris Cunningham and Michel Gondry. | was nominated for Best Director, Best Original Screenplay and Best Supporting Actress for Keener. Jonze co-starred opposite George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg and Ice Cube in David O. Russell's war comedy "Three Kings" (1999), which depicts a gold heist by four U.S. soldiers following the end of the Gulf War. Jonze's role i... | * Directed music videos for various artists, including Fatboy Slim, Beck, Björk, and Weezer
* Co-created and executive produced the TV series "Jackass" (2000-2002)
* Directed the comedy-drama film "Adaptation" (2002)
* Collaborated with various brands on commercials, including Nike, IKEA, and Levi's
* Directed music vi... | 199 |
biographies/d68e85a0d2.json:74 | biographies | 2 | Spike Jonze Adam H. Spiegel was born in New York City, the son of Arthur H. Spiegel III and Sandra L. Granzow. His father was of German-Jewish ancestry. Jonze is the grandson of Arthur Spiegel and the great-great-grandson of Joseph Spiegel, founder of the Spiegel catalog. Arthur H. Spiegel III was the founder of a heal... | 2009–2019: "Where the Wild Things Are", short films, and "Her" | Jonze later began directing films based on his own screenplays, including "Where the Wild Things Are" (2009) and "Her" (2013); for the latter film, he won the Academy Award and Golden Globe for Best Original Screenplay, while receiving Academy Award nominations for Best Picture and Best Original Song ("The Moon Song").... | the Las Vegas, Nevada desert in a Ford Mustang before stopping to repeatedly stab West, who is tied up in the trunk. Jonze produced Charlie Kaufman's directorial debut "Synecdoche, New York" in 2008, which Jonze originally intended to direct. "Where the Wild Things Are" (2009), a film adaptation of Maurice Sendak child... | * 2009: Directed "Where the Wild Things Are", a film adaptation of Maurice Sendak's children's book, and co-directed a documentary about Sendak.
* 2009: Wrote and directed several short films, including "We Were Once a Fairytale" and "I'm Here".
* 2010: Co-directed a music video for LCD Soundsystem and directed another... | 199 |
newspapers/28e247651e.json:75 | newspapers | 0 | Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits The Netherlands (United Provinces) were, in the 18th century, very tolerant in matters of freedom of the press and religious freedom. Compared to most contemporary countries, such as France, Great Britain or the Holy Roman Empire, there was little government interference (ce... | Impact | In the last few decades of the 18th century it was one of the main political newspapers in the Western world. Its circulation likely exceeded 10,000, and it may have reached even up to 100,000. | Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits The Netherlands (United Provinces) were, in the 18th century, very tolerant in matters of freedom of the press and religious freedom. Compared to most contemporary countries, such as France, Great Britain or the Holy Roman Empire, there was little government interference (ce... | "Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits" had a significant impact on the 18th century, being considered the leading French-language newspaper outside of France. It was widely read by the European elite, with subscribers in France, the Netherlands, Germany, and beyond. The paper's influence extended to notable fig... | 199 |
newspapers/28e247651e.json:76 | newspapers | 1 | Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits The Netherlands (United Provinces) were, in the 18th century, very tolerant in matters of freedom of the press and religious freedom. Compared to most contemporary countries, such as France, Great Britain or the Holy Roman Empire, there was little government interference (ce... | Contents and history | It was published in French in Leiden. | Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits The Netherlands (United Provinces) were, in the 18th century, very tolerant in matters of freedom of the press and religious freedom. Compared to most contemporary countries, such as France, Great Britain or the Holy Roman Empire, there was little government interference (ce... | **History:** Founded in the 17th century, the newspaper was initially published by a Huguenot family in Leiden, Netherlands, and continued until 1798. It was revived in 1804 and published until 1811.
**Content:** The newspaper provided political and commercial news, classified by source and date of arrival. It covered... | 199 |
newspapers/28e247651e.json:77 | newspapers | 2 | Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits The Netherlands (United Provinces) were, in the 18th century, very tolerant in matters of freedom of the press and religious freedom. Compared to most contemporary countries, such as France, Great Britain or the Holy Roman Empire, there was little government interference (ce... | Background | At that time the Netherlands enjoyed a significant freedom of the press. | Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits The Netherlands (United Provinces) were, in the 18th century, very tolerant in matters of freedom of the press and religious freedom. Compared to most contemporary countries, such as France, Great Britain or the Holy Roman Empire, there was little government interference (ce... | In the 18th century, the Netherlands (United Provinces) had a relatively free press and religious freedom, attracting Huguenot refugees from France, who established French-language newspapers. One such publication, "Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits," was founded by a Huguenot family and published in Leiden,... | 199 |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:78 | biographies | 0 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | 1975–1978: "The World Starts Tonight" and "Natural Force" | Tyler came to prominence with the release of her album "The World Starts Tonight" and its singles "Lost in France" and "More Than a Lover". Her 1978 single "It's a Heartache" reached number four in the United Kingdom, and number three on the US "Billboard" Hot 100. | her debut single in April 1976, and failed to impact any charts worldwide. RCA increased their promotional efforts for the release of Tyler's second single, "Lost in France", arranging for her to meet with a party of journalists at a French château. The single had no immediate impact upon its release in September 1976,... | * Released debut single "The World Starts Tonight" in April 1976, which did not chart.
* Second single "Lost in France" became a Top 10 single in the UK by the end of 1976.
* Third single "More Than a Lover" peaked at #27 in the UK and was well-received by critics.
* Debut album "The World Starts Tonight" was unsuccess... | 199 |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:79 | biographies | 1 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | 1982–1989: The CBS Years | In the 1980s, Tyler ventured into rock music with songwriter and producer Jim Steinman. He wrote Tyler's hit "Total Eclipse of the Heart", from her 1983 UK chart-topping album "Faster Than the Speed of Night". Tyler also released "Holding Out for a Hero" in the 1980s. | her debut single in April 1976, and failed to impact any charts worldwide. RCA increased their promotional efforts for the release of Tyler's second single, "Lost in France", arranging for her to meet with a party of journalists at a French château. The single had no immediate impact upon its release in September 1976,... | During this period, Tyler continued to release successful albums and singles, including "Natural Force", "Diamond Cut", and "Bitterblue". She collaborated with various producers, including Ronnie Scott and Dieter Bohlen, and explored different musical styles. Although she faced criticism for some of her work, Tyler rem... | 199 |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:80 | biographies | 2 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | 1990–2000: Success in Europe | She had success in mainland Europe during the 1990s with Dieter Bohlen, including her hit "Bitterblue". | Year’ at the RSH-Gold Awards. In the following year, “Bitterblue” was released as a promotional single in the United States where it was met with criticism. "Billboard" wrote that “bombastic production, with a rush of bagpipes and a choir of chirping children at the forefront, overpower Tyler's distinctive raspy voice.... | * Released several successful albums, including "Ravens" (1990), "Angel Heart" (1992), and "Silhouette in Red" (1993)
* Achieved significant chart success in mainland Europe, topping the charts in Austria and Norway
* Won numerous awards, including Best International Singer at the Goldene Europa Awards (1993) and Best ... | 199 |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:81 | biographies | 3 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | 2004–2005: Success in France | In 2003, Tyler re-recorded "Total Eclipse of the Heart" with singer Kareen Antonn. The new version, titled "Si demain... (Turn Around)", topped the French charts. | her debut single in April 1976, and failed to impact any charts worldwide. RCA increased their promotional efforts for the release of Tyler's second single, "Lost in France", arranging for her to meet with a party of journalists at a French château. The single had no immediate impact upon its release in September 1976,... | assistant
In 2004-2005, Bonnie Tyler achieved success in France with her album "Simply Believe" and subsequent album "Wings", which included the hit single "Si tout s'arrête (It's a Heartache)". She also toured extensively throughout Europe and performed at several notable events, including the Sopot International Son... | 199 |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:82 | biographies | 4 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | 2012–2018: "Rocks and Honey" and the Eurovision Song Contest | "Rocks and Honey" was released in 2013 and features the single "Believe in Me", which she performed representing the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013. | "It's a Heartache" gaining over 3 million airplays on US television and radio since it was first recorded in 1977. She also appeared on the Ukrainian version of "X Factor" as one of the three British guests, alongside Kylie Minogue and Cher Lloyd. She performed "It's a Heartache", "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Hold... | * Released the album "Rocks and Honey" in 2012, featuring the single "Believe in Me", which represented the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest 2013.
* Performed at the contest and finished 19th out of 26 countries.
* Released two more singles, "This Is Gonna Hurt" and "Love Is the Knife", but neither charted.
* Appeared... | 199 |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:83 | biographies | 5 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | 2019–present: "Between the Earth and the Stars" | Workingwith the producer David Mackay, she released "Between the Earth and the Stars" (2019) and "The Best Is Yet to Come" (2021). | in Dublin, and Harold Faltermeyer in Hamburg. In 1998, Tyler appeared on Rick Wakeman's orchestral album "Return to the Centre of the Earth" on the song "Is Anybody There?". The album also included narration from "Star Trek" actor Patrick Stewart and vocals from Ozzy Osbourne, Katrina Leskanich and Justin Hayward. On 1... | * Released her 17th studio album "Between the Earth and the Stars" in March 2019
* Embarked on a 23-date European tour to support the album
* Performed at various events, including a concert at the Vatican's "Concerto di Natale"
* Released a new single "Love's Holding On" with Axel Rudi Pell in March 2017
* Released a ... | 199 |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:84 | biographies | 6 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | Honours, awards and recognition | Her work has earned her three Grammy Award nominations and three Brit Award nominations, among other accolades. | was considered to be Tyler's comeback in France, and received overwhelmingly positive reviews from music critics. Tyler's fourteenth studio album "Simply Believe" was released in April 2004. It featured seven new songs and various re-recordings and covers. Tyler and Antonn recorded "Si tout s'arrête (It’s a Heartache)"... | * Lifetime Achievement Steiger Award (2005)
* Eurovision Song Contest Radio Award for Best Song and Best Female Singer (2013)
* Gold Badge award by the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors (BASCA) (2013)
* Freeman of Neath Port Talbot (2011)
* Honorary degree and doctorate from Swansea University (2013... | 199 |
biographies/49e17f2bc6.json:85 | biographies | 0 | Maria Eagle Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded... | In opposition | She later served in the Shadow Cabinets of Ed Miliband and Jeremy Corbyn. After the 2010 general election, Eagle became Shadow Solicitor General for England and Wales. She served in the Shadow Cabinet as Shadow Transport Secretary, Shadow Defence Secretary and finally Shadow Culture, Media and Sport Secretary. She resi... | Maria Eagle Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded... | assistant
There is no opposition mentioned in this text about Maria Eagle's life and career. The text only provides a biographical account of her education, professional background, political career, and notable achievements. | 199 |
biographies/49e17f2bc6.json:86 | biographies | 1 | Maria Eagle Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded... | Early life and career | She studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Pembroke College, Oxford and read Law at the College of Law, London. After graduating with her law degree, she worked as an articled clerk and solicitor in Liverpool. | Maria Eagle Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded... | Maria Eagle was born in Bridlington, UK, to working-class parents. She studied philosophy, politics, and economics at Oxford University and later earned a law degree. She worked in the voluntary sector and as a solicitor before entering politics. Eagle joined the Labour Party and was elected as the secretary of her loc... | 199 |
biographies/49e17f2bc6.json:87 | biographies | 2 | Maria Eagle Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded... | Government minister | Eagle was a junior minister at the Department for Work and Pensions under Tony Blair, and later moved to the Department for Education and Skills and Northern Ireland Office. She had a position at the Ministry of Justice and Government Equalities Office under Gordon Brown. | Maria Eagle Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded... | assistant
Maria Eagle is the relevant government minister mentioned in the provided text. | 199 |
biographies/6289234ccf.json:88 | biographies | 0 | Ion Alion Buzdugan According to updated reference works, the future Ion Buzdugan was born in 1887 in Brînzenii Noi (now in Telenești District, Moldova), the son of peasants Alexandru and Ecaterina Buzdâga, who also had seven daughters. One 1936 entry claims that he was born in 1889 in Buzdugeni. Both villages were at t... | Early years | A young schoolteacher in the Russian Empire by 1908, he collected folklore emphasizing Bessarabia's links with Romania, and associated with various founding figures of the Romanian nationalist movement, beginning with Ion Pelivan. | and Bălți. His work in letters and folkloristics was collected in five retrospective volumes: "Cântece din războiu" ("Songs from the War", 1921), "Cântece din stepă" ("Songs from the Steppe", 1923), "Cântece din Basarabia" ("Songs from Bessarabia", two volumes: 1921, 1928), "Miresme din stepă" ("Scents of the Steppe", ... | Ion Buzdugan was born and raised in Bălți, Romania. He studied literature and folklore, collecting and publishing his own poetry, which was praised by some critics but criticized by others for its simplicity and lack of originality. He was involved in various literary and cultural organizations, including the Romanian ... | 199 |
biographies/6289234ccf.json:89 | biographies | 1 | Ion Alion Buzdugan According to updated reference works, the future Ion Buzdugan was born in 1887 in Brînzenii Noi (now in Telenești District, Moldova), the son of peasants Alexandru and Ecaterina Buzdâga, who also had seven daughters. One 1936 entry claims that he was born in 1889 in Buzdugeni. Both villages were at t... | National Moldavian Party | He vehemently supported the union of Bessarabia with Romania during the existence of an independent Moldavian Democratic Republic, and, as a member of its legislature ("Sfatul Țării"), worked to bring it about. | a while, again as N. Romanaș. He also began a lifetime work of collecting Romanian folklore, and, despite such work being repressed by the Russian authorities, documented the folkloric links between Bessarabia and other Romanian-inhabited regions. The folk songs of his collections also pointed to the Bessarabians' diss... | assistant
There is no mention of the National Moldavian Party (PNM) in the provided text. The text discusses the activities of various individuals, including Buzdugan, who was a member of the PNM, but does not provide information about the party itself. | 199 |
biographies/6289234ccf.json:90 | biographies | 2 | Ion Alion Buzdugan According to updated reference works, the future Ion Buzdugan was born in 1887 in Brînzenii Noi (now in Telenești District, Moldova), the son of peasants Alexandru and Ecaterina Buzdâga, who also had seven daughters. One 1936 entry claims that he was born in 1889 in Buzdugeni. Both villages were at t... | Beginnings in Greater Romania | In Greater Romania, Buzdugan received mixed reviews as a neo-traditionalist poet, while also serving terms as a Bălți County representative in the Assembly of Deputies. | a while, again as N. Romanaș. He also began a lifetime work of collecting Romanian folklore, and, despite such work being repressed by the Russian authorities, documented the folkloric links between Bessarabia and other Romanian-inhabited regions. The folk songs of his collections also pointed to the Bessarabians' diss... | In the early 20th century, N. Romanaș, a Romanian intellectual, began collecting Romanian folklore and documenting the cultural connections between Bessarabia and other Romanian-inhabited regions. He also started writing about the dissatisfaction of Bessarabians with the Tsarist autocracy. | 199 |
biographies/6289234ccf.json:91 | biographies | 3 | Ion Alion Buzdugan According to updated reference works, the future Ion Buzdugan was born in 1887 in Brînzenii Noi (now in Telenești District, Moldova), the son of peasants Alexandru and Ecaterina Buzdâga, who also had seven daughters. One 1936 entry claims that he was born in 1889 in Buzdugeni. Both villages were at t... | Iorga cabinet and Romanian Front | For a while, he was employed as a civil administrator, before delving in fascist politics with the Romanian Front. | and Andrei Scobioală soon set up a Moldavian Committee of the Romanian War Front, which began collecting Romanian church literature and primers, to be used in the struggle against Russification. The Committee watched with alarm as the Ukrainian People's Republic made overtures to incorporate Bessarabia into her borders... | Iorga mentions Buzdugan's involvement in the Romanian Front, specifically his role in the Moldavian Committee of the Romanian War Front, which collected Romanian church literature and primers to counteract Russification. Later, Buzdugan becomes involved in the formation of Sfatul Țării, the Bessarabian legislature, and... | 199 |
biographies/6289234ccf.json:92 | biographies | 4 | Ion Alion Buzdugan According to updated reference works, the future Ion Buzdugan was born in 1887 in Brînzenii Noi (now in Telenești District, Moldova), the son of peasants Alexandru and Ecaterina Buzdâga, who also had seven daughters. One 1936 entry claims that he was born in 1889 in Buzdugeni. Both villages were at t... | Repression and death | His political activity made him a target of repression under the Romanian communist regime, but he avoided arrest by going into hiding during the late 1940s. Protected by the literary critic Perpessicius, he later reemerged, but, until the time of his death, was only allowed to publish translations, culminating with a ... | Bessarabian literature. Cioculescu also noted that Buzdugan had not mastered Romanian grammar, his spelling errors "all too numerous to be disregarded." As noted by critic Răzvan Voncu, Buzdugan's lyrical contribution stands for neo-traditionalism, in the manner of "Gândirea" writers, but is "spontaneous" and without i... | Buzdugan was arrested and threatened by the Soviet occupation forces in 1945 due to his anti-communist views. He went into hiding, eventually settling in an attic in Blaj, where he was protected by Bishop Ioan Suciu. After the communist regime took power in 1948, Buzdugan continued to write under a pseudonym, publishin... | 199 |
disasters/c25a9f0821.json:93 | disasters | 0 | Kayal The story revolves around two friends who work hard, and spend their money travelling around the country. On one such trip, they accidentally help a pair of lovers elope, without realising it. The family of the eloped young lady get angry, and suspect them of being friends of the eloped young man. They take the t... | Production | The film stars newcomers Chandran and Anandhi, while D. Imman composed the film's music. | Kayal The story revolves around two friends who work hard, and spend their money travelling around the country. On one such trip, they accidentally help a pair of lovers elope, without realising it. The family of the eloped young lady get angry, and suspect them of being friends of the eloped young man. They take the t... | The film "Kayal" was produced by Prabhu Solomon, who drew inspiration from real-life stories of survival during the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami. The film was shot over 85 days, with scenes filmed in various locations across India, including Kanyakumari and Ladakh. The climax, which depicts the tsunami, req... | 199 |
biographies/1dab900a26.json:94 | biographies | 0 | Owen Cunningham Wilson Wilson was born in Dallas, the middle child of three sons of photographer Laura Cunningham Wilson (born 1939) and Robert Andrew Wilson (1941–2017), an advertising executive and operator of a public television station. His brothers Andrew and Luke are also actors. Wilson's parents are of Irish des... | 2010s | Wilson also starred in the Woody Allen romantic comedy "Midnight in Paris" (2011), which earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination. In 2014 he appeared in Paul Thomas Anderson's "Inherent Vice", and Peter Bogdanovich's "She's Funny That Way" in 2015. | starring alongside Ben Stiller and Will Ferrell in the 2001 film "Zoolander". Gene Hackman reportedly took notice of Wilson's performance in "Shanghai Noon" and recommended the actor to co-star in the 2001 action film "Behind Enemy Lines". Also in 2001, Wilson and Anderson collaborated on their third film, "The Royal T... | * Starred in several films, including "Night at the Museum" (2006), "You, Me and Dupree" (2006), "Drillbit Taylor" (2008), "Marley & Me" (2008), "The Big Year" (2011), "Cars 2" (2011), "The Big Year" (2011), "Moonrise Kingdom" (2012), "The Grand Budapest Hotel" (2014), "Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb" (2014), ... | 199 |
biographies/1dab900a26.json:95 | biographies | 1 | Owen Cunningham Wilson Wilson was born in Dallas, the middle child of three sons of photographer Laura Cunningham Wilson (born 1939) and Robert Andrew Wilson (1941–2017), an advertising executive and operator of a public television station. His brothers Andrew and Luke are also actors. Wilson's parents are of Irish des... | 2000s | Wilson is also known for his career as an onscreen comedian and member of the Frat Pack including starring in such films as "Zoolander" (2001), "Starsky & Hutch" (2004), "Wedding Crashers" (2005), "You, Me and Dupree" (2006), and "The Big Year" (2011). He is also known for "Marley and Me" (2008) and the "Night at the M... | starring alongside Ben Stiller and Will Ferrell in the 2001 film "Zoolander". Gene Hackman reportedly took notice of Wilson's performance in "Shanghai Noon" and recommended the actor to co-star in the 2001 action film "Behind Enemy Lines". Also in 2001, Wilson and Anderson collaborated on their third film, "The Royal T... | Owen Wilson continued to appear in various films throughout the decade, including "Zoolander" (2001), "Behind Enemy Lines" (2001), "The Royal Tenenbaums" (2001), "I Spy" (2002), "Shanghai Knights" (2003), "Starsky & Hutch" (2004), "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" (2004), "Wedding Crashers" (2005), "Around the World... | 199 |
biographies/1dab900a26.json:96 | biographies | 2 | Owen Cunningham Wilson Wilson was born in Dallas, the middle child of three sons of photographer Laura Cunningham Wilson (born 1939) and Robert Andrew Wilson (1941–2017), an advertising executive and operator of a public television station. His brothers Andrew and Luke are also actors. Wilson's parents are of Irish des... | 2020s | He stars as Mobius M. Mobius in the Marvel Cinematic Universe series "Loki" streaming on Disney+. | starring alongside Ben Stiller and Will Ferrell in the 2001 film "Zoolander". Gene Hackman reportedly took notice of Wilson's performance in "Shanghai Noon" and recommended the actor to co-star in the 2001 action film "Behind Enemy Lines". Also in 2001, Wilson and Anderson collaborated on their third film, "The Royal T... | In the 2020s, Owen Wilson continued to act in various films and TV shows. He voiced Lightning McQueen in "Cars 3" (2017) and reprised his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe series "Loki" (2021) on Disney+. He also starred in the films "Bliss" (2021), "The French Dispatch" (2021), and "Marry Me" (2022). Additionally,... | 199 |
biographies/ca990024e4.json:97 | biographies | 0 | Megan Boone Boone was born in Petoskey, Michigan and raised in The Villages, Florida. Her parents relocated there when she was a child to be closer to her grandparents. Her grandfather, billionaire H. Gary Morse, was the developer of The Villages; her mother, Jennifer Parr, is the Director of Sales. Boone says that she... | Career | She is known for her role as FBI agent Elizabeth Keen on the NBC series "The Blacklist". She had a recurring role in "Blue Bloods". She has appeared in films such as "My Bloody Valentine 3D" (2009) and "Step Up Revolution" (2012). | Megan Boone Boone was born in Petoskey, Michigan and raised in The Villages, Florida. Her parents relocated there when she was a child to be closer to her grandparents. Her grandfather, billionaire H. Gary Morse, was the developer of The Villages; her mother, Jennifer Parr, is the Director of Sales. Boone says that she... | Megan Boone is an American actress who began her career in theater, graduating from Florida State University's School of Theatre. She made her film debut in "My Bloody Valentine 3D" (2009) and gained recognition for her roles in "Law & Order: LA" (2010) and "The Blacklist" (2013-2021). She has also appeared in films li... | 199 |
biographies/bf3c7f1ba0.json:98 | biographies | 0 | Kara Anne Swisher Swisher grew up in Roslyn Harbor, New York. Her father died when she was five years old. Afterwards her family moved to Princeton, New Jersey where she was raised. She wrote for "The Hoya", Georgetown's school newspaper, and later left that paper to write for "The Georgetown Voice", the university's n... | "The New York Times" | Starting from 2018, she was an opinion writer for "The New York Times". | Kara Anne Swisher Swisher grew up in Roslyn Harbor, New York. Her father died when she was five years old. Afterwards her family moved to Princeton, New Jersey where she was raised. She wrote for "The Hoya", Georgetown's school newspaper, and later left that paper to write for "The Georgetown Voice", the university's n... | Kara Swisher, a renowned journalist, joined The New York Times' Opinion section in 2018 as a contributing writer, focusing on tech-related topics. She writes opinion pieces on subjects such as Elon Musk, Google's censorship practices, and an internet Bill of Rights. Additionally, Swisher hosts the semiweekly podcast "S... | 199 |
schools/53ffaeee85.json:99 | schools | 0 | Nanyang Girls' High School NYGH was founded in 1917 as the Singapore Nanyang Girls' School by Tan Chu Nan and Teo Eng Hock. The first principal was Yu Pei Gao, and its first premises was a shophouse at 7 Dhoby Ghaut. In 1921, Yu Pei Gao resigned as principal and six principals took occupancy of the post over a short pe... | Founding | It was founded in 1917. | Nanyang Girls' High School NYGH was founded in 1917 as the Singapore Nanyang Girls' School by Tan Chu Nan and Teo Eng Hock. The first principal was Yu Pei Gao, and its first premises was a shophouse at 7 Dhoby Ghaut. In 1921, Yu Pei Gao resigned as principal and six principals took occupancy of the post over a short pe... | Nanyang Girls' High School was founded in 1917 by Tan Chu Nan and Teo Eng Hock as the Singapore Nanyang Girls' School, with Yu Pei Gao as its first principal. The school initially operated out of a shophouse at 7 Dhoby Ghaut before moving to its new premises at King's Road in Bukit Timah in 1931. | 199 |
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