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A [job] where there are [many workers] [willing to work] a [large amount of time] (high supply) competing for a [job] that [few require] (low demand) will result in a [low wage] for that job. This is because [competition between workers] drives down the [wage]. An example of this would be jobs such as [dish-washing] or... | A job where there are many workers willing to work a large amount of time (high supply) competing for a job that few require (low demand) will result in a low wage for that job. This is because competition between workers drives down the wage. An example of this would be jobs such as dish-washing or customer service. C... |
[Harvard] operates several [arts], [cultural], and [scientific] [museums]. The [Harvard Art Museums] comprises three museums. The [Arthur M. Sackler Museum] includes collections of [ancient], [Asian], [Islamic] and later [Indian art], the [Busch-Reisinger Museum], formerly the [Germanic Museum], covers [central] and [n... | Harvard operates several arts, cultural, and scientific museums. The Harvard Art Museums comprises three museums. The Arthur M. Sackler Museum includes collections of ancient, Asian, Islamic and later Indian art, the Busch-Reisinger Museum, formerly the Germanic Museum, covers central and northern European art, and the... |
But bounding the [computation time] above by some [concrete function] [f(n)] often yields [complexity classes] that depend on the chosen [machine model]. For instance, the [language] {[xx] | [x] is any [binary string]} can be solved in [linear time] on a [multi-tape Turing machine], but necessarily requires [quadratic ... | But bounding the computation time above by some concrete function f(n) often yields complexity classes that depend on the chosen machine model. For instance, the language {xx | x is any binary string} can be solved in linear time on a multi-tape Turing machine, but necessarily requires quadratic time in the model of si... |
Luther came to understand [justification] as entirely the work of [God]. This [teaching] by Luther was clearly expressed in his [1525 publication] On the Bondage of the Will, which was written in response to On Free Will by [Desiderius Erasmus] ([1524]). Luther based his position on [predestination] on [St. Paul]'s [ep... | Luther came to understand justification as entirely the work of God. This teaching by Luther was clearly expressed in his 1525 publication On the Bondage of the Will, which was written in response to On Free Will by Desiderius Erasmus (1524). Luther based his position on predestination on St. Paul's epistle to the Ephe... |
The [Panthers offense], which led the [NFL] in [scoring] (500 points), was loaded with [talent], boasting six [Pro Bowl selections]. Pro Bowl [quarterback] [Cam Newton] had one of his [best seasons], throwing for [3,837 yards] and rushing for [636], while recording a [career-high] and [league-leading] [45 total touchdo... | The Panthers offense, which led the NFL in scoring (500 points), was loaded with talent, boasting six Pro Bowl selections. Pro Bowl quarterback Cam Newton had one of his best seasons, throwing for 3,837 yards and rushing for 636, while recording a career-high and league-leading 45 total touchdowns (35 passing, 10 rushi... |
Many of the farms in the Western Cape province in South Africa still bear French names. [Many families], [today] [mostly] [Afrikaans-speaking], have [surnames] indicating their [French Huguenot ancestry]. Examples include: [Blignaut], [Cilliers], [de Klerk] (Le Clercq), [de Villiers], [du Plessis], [Du Preez] (Des Pres... | Many of the farms in the Western Cape province in South Africa still bear French names. Many families, today mostly Afrikaans-speaking, have surnames indicating their French Huguenot ancestry. Examples include: Blignaut, Cilliers, de Klerk (Le Clercq), de Villiers, du Plessis, Du Preez (Des Pres), du Randt (Durand), du... |
Some theories developed in the 1970s established possible avenues through which [inequality] may have a [positive effect] on [economic development]. According to a [1955 review], [savings] by the [wealthy], if these increase with [inequality], were thought to [offset] reduced consumer demand. A [2013 report] on [Nigeri... | Some theories developed in the 1970s established possible avenues through which inequality may have a positive effect on economic development. According to a 1955 review, savings by the wealthy, if these increase with inequality, were thought to offset reduced consumer demand. A 2013 report on Nigeria suggests that gro... |
Women remained segregated at [Radcliffe], though more and more took [Harvard classes]. Nonetheless, [Harvard]'s [undergraduate population] remained predominantly male, with about [four men attending Harvard College for every woman studying at Radcliffe]. Following the [merger] of Harvard and Radcliffe admissions in [19... | Women remained segregated at Radcliffe, though more and more took Harvard classes. Nonetheless, Harvard's undergraduate population remained predominantly male, with about four men attending Harvard College for every woman studying at Radcliffe. Following the merger of Harvard and Radcliffe admissions in 1977, the propo... |
The [United Methodist Church] teaches that [pornography] is "about [violence], [degradation], [exploitation], and [coercion]" and "deplores all forms of [commercialization], [abuse], and [exploitation] of [sex]." The [Sexual Ethics Task Force] of The [United Methodist Church] states that "Research shows [pornography] i... | The United Methodist Church teaches that pornography is "about violence, degradation, exploitation, and coercion" and "deplores all forms of commercialization, abuse, and exploitation of sex." The Sexual Ethics Task Force of The United Methodist Church states that "Research shows it pornography is not an 'innocent acti... |
During that year, [Tesla] worked in [Pittsburgh], helping to create an [alternating current system] to power the city's [streetcars]. He found the time there [frustrating] because of [conflicts] between him and the other [Westinghouse engineers] over how [best] to implement [AC power]. Between them, they settled on a [... | During that year, Tesla worked in Pittsburgh, helping to create an alternating current system to power the city's streetcars. He found the time there frustrating because of conflicts between him and the other Westinghouse engineers over how best to implement AC power. Between them, they settled on a 60-cycle AC current... |
The [following table] gives the [largest known primes] of the [mentioned types]. Some of these primes have been found using [distributed computing]. In [2009], the [Great Internet Mersenne Prime Search] project was awarded a [US$100,000 prize] for first discovering a prime with at least [10 million digits]. The [Electr... | The following table gives the largest known primes of the mentioned types. Some of these primes have been found using distributed computing. In 2009, the Great Internet Mersenne Prime Search project was awarded a US$100,000 prize for first discovering a prime with at least 10 million digits. The Electronic Frontier Fou... |
When [B cells] and [T cells] are [activated] and begin to [replicate], some of their offspring become [long-lived memory cells]. Throughout the [lifetime] of an [animal], these memory cells remember each specific [pathogen] encountered and can mount a [strong response] if the pathogen is detected again. This is "[adapt... | When B cells and T cells are activated and begin to replicate, some of their offspring become long-lived memory cells. Throughout the lifetime of an animal, these memory cells remember each specific pathogen encountered and can mount a strong response if the pathogen is detected again. This is "adaptive" because it occ... |
The [University of Chicago] is governed by a [board of trustees]. The [Board of Trustees] oversees the [long-term development] and [plans] of the university and manages [fundraising efforts], and is composed of [50 members] including the [university President]. Directly beneath the [President] are the [Provost], [fourt... | The University of Chicago is governed by a board of trustees. The Board of Trustees oversees the long-term development and plans of the university and manages fundraising efforts, and is composed of 50 members including the university President. Directly beneath the President are the Provost, fourteen Vice Presidents (... |
[Kublai Khan] promoted [commercial], [scientific], and [cultural growth]. He supported the [merchants] of the [Silk Road trade network] by [protecting] the [Mongol postal system], [constructing infrastructure], [providing loans], [financed trade caravans], and [encouraging] the [circulation] of [paper banknotes] (鈔, Ch... | Kublai Khan promoted commercial, scientific, and cultural growth. He supported the merchants of the Silk Road trade network by protecting the Mongol postal system, constructing infrastructure, providing loans that financed trade caravans, and encouraging the circulation of paper banknotes (鈔, Chao). Pax Mongolica, Mong... |
In [September 1760], and before any [hostilities] erupted, [Governor Vaudreuil] negotiated from [Montreal] a [capitulation] with [General Amherst]. [Amherst] granted [Vaudreuil]'s request that any [French residents] who chose to remain in the [colony] would be given [freedom] to continue [worshiping] in their [Roman Ca... | In September 1760, and before any hostilities erupted, Governor Vaudreuil negotiated from Montreal a capitulation with General Amherst. Amherst granted Vaudreuil's request that any French residents who chose to remain in the colony would be given freedom to continue worshiping in their Roman Catholic tradition, continu... |
The [University of Chicago] ([UChicago], [Chicago], or [U of C]) is a [private research university] in [Chicago]. The university, [established] in [1890], consists of [The College], [various graduate programs], [interdisciplinary committees], [four academic research divisions], and [seven professional schools]. Beyond ... | The University of Chicago (UChicago, Chicago, or U of C) is a private research university in Chicago. The university, established in 1890, consists of The College, various graduate programs, interdisciplinary committees organized into four academic research divisions and seven professional schools. Beyond the arts and ... |
The [plague theory] was first significantly challenged by the work of [British bacteriologist] [J. F. D. Shrewsbury] in [1970], who noted that the reported rates of [mortality] in [rural areas] during the [14th-century pandemic] were inconsistent with the modern [bubonic plague], leading him to conclude that [contempor... | The plague theory was first significantly challenged by the work of British bacteriologist J. F. D. Shrewsbury in 1970, who noted that the reported rates of mortality in rural areas during the 14th-century pandemic were inconsistent with the modern bubonic plague, leading him to conclude that contemporary accounts were... |
Other evidence of the [Walloons] and [Huguenots] in [Canterbury] includes a [block] of [houses] in [Turnagain Lane], where [weavers'] [windows] [survive] on the [top floor], as many [Huguenots] worked as [weavers]. The [Weavers], a [half-timbered house] by the [river], was the [site] of a [weaving school] from the [lat... | Other evidence of the Walloons and Huguenots in Canterbury includes a block of houses in Turnagain Lane, where weavers' windows survive on the top floor, as many Huguenots worked as weavers. The Weavers, a half-timbered house by the river, was the site of a weaving school from the late 16th century to about 1830. (It h... |
Generally speaking, while all [member states] recognise that [EU law] takes [primacy] over [national law] where this [agreed] in the [Treaties], they do not accept that the [Court of Justice] has the [final say] on [foundational constitutional questions] affecting [democracy] and [human rights]. In the [United Kingdom]... | Generally speaking, while all member states recognise that EU law takes primacy over national law where this agreed in the Treaties, they do not accept that the Court of Justice has the final say on foundational constitutional questions affecting democracy and human rights. In the United Kingdom, the basic principle is... |
A [Pharmacy Technician] in the [UK] is considered a [health care professional] and often does not work under the [direct supervision] of a [pharmacist] (if employed in a [hospital pharmacy]) but instead is [supervised] and [managed] by [other senior pharmacy technicians]. In the [UK] the [role] of a [PhT] has [grown] a... | A Pharmacy Technician in the UK is considered a health care professional and often does not work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist (if employed in a hospital pharmacy) but instead is supervised and managed by other senior pharmacy technicians. In the UK the role of a PhT has grown and responsibility has been... |
Sports programming is also provided on some weekend afternoons at any time from [12:00 to 6:00 p.m.] Eastern Time ([9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.] Pacific) and, during [college football season], during [prime time] on [Saturday nights] as part of the [Saturday Night Football package]. Due to the [erratic] and (outside of [col... | Sports programming is also provided on some weekend afternoons at any time from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time (9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pacific) and, during college football season, during prime time on Saturday nights as part of the Saturday Night Football package. Due to the erratic and (outside of college football s... |
On April 30, 2000, as a result of a [carriage dispute] with ABC, [Time Warner Cable] removed ABC [owned-and-operated stations] from the [cable provider's systems] in four [markets] ([WABC-TV] in [New York City], [KABC-TV] in [Los Angeles], [KTRK] in [Houston] and [WTVD] in [Raleigh-Durham]). The [network] had earlier r... | On April 30, 2000, as a result of a carriage dispute with ABC, Time Warner Cable removed ABC owned-and-operated stations from the cable provider's systems in four markets (WABC-TV in New York City, KABC-TV in Los Angeles, KTRK in Houston and WTVD in Raleigh-Durham). The network had earlier reached an eleventh-hour deal... |
In [June 1978], [Arledge] created the [newsmagazine] [20/20]; after its [first episode] received [harshly negative reviews], the program – which debuted as a [summer series], before becoming a [year-round program] in [1979] – was immediately [revamped] to feature a mix of [in-depth stories] and [interviews], with [Hugh... | In June 1978, Arledge created the newsmagazine 20/20; after its first episode received harshly negative reviews, the program – which debuted as a summer series, before becoming a year-round program in 1979 – was immediately revamped to feature a mix of in-depth stories and interviews, with Hugh Downs appointed as its a... |
[Since 1999], [Big Finish Productions] has released several different series of [Doctor Who audios] on [CD]. The [earliest] of these featured the [Fifth], [Sixth] and [Seventh Doctors], with [Paul McGann's Eight Doctor] joining the line in [2001]. [Tom Baker's Fourth Doctor] began appearing for [Big Finish] in [2012]. ... | Since 1999, Big Finish Productions has released several different series of Doctor Who audios on CD. The earliest of these featured the Fifth, Sixth and Seventh Doctors, with Paul McGann's Eight Doctor joining the line in 2001. Tom Baker's Fourth Doctor began appearing for Big Finish in 2012. Along with the main range,... |
[Genghis Khan] united the [Mongol] and [Turkic] tribes of the [steppes] and became [Great Khan] in [1206]. He and his successors expanded the [Mongol empire] across [Asia]. Under the reign of [Genghis' third son], [Ögedei Khan], the [Mongols] destroyed the weakened [Jin dynasty] in [1234], conquering most of northern [... | Genghis Khan united the Mongol and Turkic tribes of the steppes and became Great Khan in 1206. He and his successors expanded the Mongol empire across Asia. Under the reign of Genghis' third son, Ögedei Khan, the Mongols destroyed the weakened Jin dynasty in 1234, conquering most of northern China. Ögedei offered his n... |
Plants have two main immune responses—the [hypersensitive response], in which infected cells [seal themselves off] and undergo [programmed cell death], and [systemic acquired resistance], where infected cells [release signals] warning the rest of the plant of a [pathogen's presence]. [Chloroplasts] stimulate both respo... | Plants have two main immune responses—the hypersensitive response, in which infected cells seal themselves off and undergo programmed cell death, and systemic acquired resistance, where infected cells release signals warning the rest of the plant of a pathogen's presence. Chloroplasts stimulate both responses by purpos... |
Kenya won several medals during the Beijing Olympics, [six gold], [four silver] and [four bronze], making it Africa's most successful nation in the [2008 Olympics]. [New athletes] gained attention, such as [Pamela Jelimo], the [women's 800m gold medalist] who went ahead to win the [IAAF Golden League jackpot], and [Sam... | Kenya won several medals during the Beijing Olympics, six gold, four silver and four bronze, making it Africa's most successful nation in the 2008 Olympics. New athletes gained attention, such as Pamela Jelimo, the women's 800m gold medalist who went ahead to win the IAAF Golden League jackpot, and Samuel Wanjiru who w... |
In 1959, [Walt Disney Productions], having improved its financial situation, had purchased [ABC's shares] in the [Disneyland theme park] for $7.5 million and initiated discussions to renew [ABC's television contract] for [Walt Disney Presents], which was due to expire in 1961. Walt Disney was approached by [NBC] to pro... | In 1959, Walt Disney Productions, having improved its financial situation, had purchased ABC's shares in the Disneyland theme park for $7.5 million and initiated discussions to renew ABC's television contract for Walt Disney Presents, which was due to expire in 1961. Walt Disney was approached by NBC to produce color b... |
Genghis Khan [realised] that he needed [people] who could [govern cities] and [states] [conquered] by him. He also [realised] that such [administrators] could not be found among his [Mongol people] because they were [nomads] and thus had no [experience governing cities]. For this purpose Genghis Khan invited a [Khitan ... | Genghis Khan realised that he needed people who could govern cities and states conquered by him. He also realised that such administrators could not be found among his Mongol people because they were nomads and thus had no experience governing cities. For this purpose Genghis Khan invited a Khitan prince, Chu'Tsai, who... |
There are three major types of rock: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic. [The rock cycle] is [an important concept] in geology which [illustrates] [the relationships] between these [three types] of rock, and [magma]. When a rock [crystallizes] from [melt] ([magma] and/or [lava]), it is an [igneous rock]. This rock c... | There are three major types of rock: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic. The rock cycle is an important concept in geology which illustrates the relationships between these three types of rock, and magma. When a rock crystallizes from melt (magma and/or lava), it is an igneous rock. This rock can be weathered and er... |
The [fucoxanthin dinophyte lineages] lost their original [red algal derived chloroplast], and replaced it with a new chloroplast derived from a [haptophyte endosymbiont]. [Karlodinium] and [Karenia] probably took up different [heterokontophytes]. Because the [haptophyte chloroplast] has [four membranes], [tertiary endo... | The fucoxanthin dinophyte lineages (including Karlodinium and Karenia) lost their original red algal derived chloroplast, and replaced it with a new chloroplast derived from a haptophyte endosymbiont. Karlodinium and Karenia probably took up different heterokontophytes. Because the haptophyte chloroplast has four membr... |
The investors showed [little interest] in Tesla's ideas for [new types] of [motors] and [electrical transmission equipment] and also seemed to think it was better to develop an [electrical utility] than invent new systems. They eventually forced Tesla out leaving him [penniless]. He even lost [control] of the [patents]... | The investors showed little interest in Tesla's ideas for new types of motors and electrical transmission equipment and also seemed to think it was better to develop an electrical utility than invent new systems. They eventually forced Tesla out leaving him penniless. He even lost control of the patents he had generate... |
Throughout the history of [education] the most common form of [school discipline] was [corporal punishment]. While a [child] was in [school], a [teacher] was expected to act as a [substitute parent], with all the [normal forms] of [parental discipline] open to them. | Throughout the history of education the most common form of school discipline was corporal punishment. While a child was in school, a teacher was expected to act as a substitute parent, with all the normal forms of parental discipline open to them. |
The [internal cavity] forms: [a mouth] that can usually be [closed] by [muscles]; a [pharynx] ("throat"); [a wider area] in the center that acts as [a stomach]; and [a system] of [internal canals]. These branch through the [mesoglea] to [the most active parts] of the [animal]: [the mouth] and [pharynx]; [the roots] of ... | The internal cavity forms: a mouth that can usually be closed by muscles; a pharynx ("throat"); a wider area in the center that acts as a stomach; and a system of internal canals. These branch through the mesoglea to the most active parts of the animal: the mouth and pharynx; the roots of the tentacles, if present; all... |
In the [Sandgate area], to the east of the [city] and beside the [river], resided the [close-knit community] of [keelmen] and their [families]. They were so called because they worked on the [keels], [boats] that were used to transfer [coal] from the [river banks] to the waiting [colliers], for [export] to [London] and... | In the Sandgate area, to the east of the city and beside the river, resided the close-knit community of keelmen and their families. They were so called because they worked on the keels, boats that were used to transfer coal from the river banks to the waiting colliers, for export to London and elsewhere. In the 1630s a... |
The crisis had a major impact on [international relations] and created a [rift] within [NATO]. Some [European nations] and [Japan] sought to [disassociate themselves] from [United States] [foreign policy] in the [Middle East] to avoid being [targeted] by the [boycott]. [Arab oil producers] linked any [future policy cha... | The crisis had a major impact on international relations and created a rift within NATO. Some European nations and Japan sought to disassociate themselves from United States foreign policy in the Middle East to avoid being targeted by the boycott. Arab oil producers linked any future policy changes to peace between the... |
Various [princes] of the [Holy Land] arrived in [Limassol] at the same time, in particular [Guy de Lusignan]. All declared their support for [Richard] provided that he support [Guy] against his rival [Conrad of Montferrat]. The local [barons] abandoned [Isaac], who considered making [peace] with [Richard], joining him ... | Various princes of the Holy Land arrived in Limassol at the same time, in particular Guy de Lusignan. All declared their support for Richard provided that he support Guy against his rival Conrad of Montferrat. The local barons abandoned Isaac, who considered making peace with Richard, joining him on the crusade, and of... |
On [1 July 1851], [writs] were issued for the [election] of the [first Victorian Legislative Council], and the [absolute independence] of [Victoria] from [New South Wales] was [established] [proclaiming] a [new Colony of Victoria]. [Days later], still in [1851] gold was [discovered] near [Ballarat], and subsequently at... | On 1 July 1851, writs were issued for the election of the first Victorian Legislative Council, and the absolute independence of Victoria from New South Wales was established proclaiming a new Colony of Victoria. Days later, still in 1851 gold was discovered near Ballarat, and subsequently at Bendigo. Later discoveries ... |
Extension causes the [rock units] as a whole to become [longer] and [thinner]. This is primarily accomplished through [normal faulting] and through the [ductile stretching] and [thinning]. [Normal faults] drop rock units that are [higher] below those that are [lower]. This typically results in [younger units] being pla... | Extension causes the rock units as a whole to become longer and thinner. This is primarily accomplished through normal faulting and through the ductile stretching and thinning. Normal faults drop rock units that are higher below those that are lower. This typically results in younger units being placed below older unit... |
[Singlet oxygen] is a name given to several [higher-energy species] of [molecular O 2] in which all the [electron spins] are [paired]. It is much more [reactive] towards [common organic molecules] than is [molecular oxygen] [per se]. In nature, [singlet oxygen] is commonly formed from [water] during [photosynthesis], u... | Singlet oxygen is a name given to several higher-energy species of molecular O
2 in which all the electron spins are paired. It is much more reactive towards common organic molecules than is molecular oxygen per se. In nature, singlet oxygen is commonly formed from water during photosynthesis, using the energy of sunli... |
Like [sponges] and [cnidarians], [ctenophores] have [two main layers] of [cells] that sandwich a [middle layer] of [jelly-like material], which is called the [mesoglea] in [cnidarians] and [ctenophores]; [more complex animals] have [three main cell layers] and [no intermediate jelly-like layer]. Hence [ctenophores] and... | Like sponges and cnidarians, ctenophores have two main layers of cells that sandwich a middle layer of jelly-like material, which is called the mesoglea in cnidarians and ctenophores; more complex animals have three main cell layers and no intermediate jelly-like layer. Hence ctenophores and cnidarians have traditional... |
When [Yesün Temür] died in [Shangdu] in 1328, [Tugh Temür] was recalled to [Khanbaliq] by the [Qipchaq commander El Temür]. He was installed as the [emperor] ([Emperor Wenzong]) in Khanbaliq, while [Yesün Temür]'s son [Ragibagh] succeeded to the throne in Shangdu with the support of [Yesün Temür]'s favorite retainer [D... | When Yesün Temür died in Shangdu in 1328, Tugh Temür was recalled to Khanbaliq by the Qipchaq commander El Temür. He was installed as the emperor (Emperor Wenzong) in Khanbaliq, while Yesün Temür's son Ragibagh succeeded to the throne in Shangdu with the support of Yesün Temür's favorite retainer Dawlat Shah. Gaining s... |
A few [galleries] were redesigned in the [1990s] including the [Indian], [Japanese], [Chinese], [iron work], the [main glass galleries] and the [main silverware gallery] which was further enhanced in [2002] when some of the [Victorian decoration] was recreated. This included two of the ten columns having their [ceramic... | A few galleries were redesigned in the 1990s including the Indian, Japanese, Chinese, iron work, the main glass galleries and the main silverware gallery which was further enhanced in 2002 when some of the Victorian decoration was recreated. This included two of the ten columns having their ceramic decoration replaced ... |
The popular neighborhood known as the [Tower District] is centered around the historic [Tower Theatre], which is included on the [National List of Historic Places]. The theater was built in [1939] and is at [Olive and Wishon Avenues] in the heart of the [Tower District]. (The name of the theater refers to a well-known ... | The popular neighborhood known as the Tower District is centered around the historic Tower Theatre, which is included on the National List of Historic Places. The theater was built in 1939 and is at Olive and Wishon Avenues in the heart of the Tower District. (The name of the theater refers to a well-known landmark wat... |
The [Musical Instruments gallery] closed 25 February 2010, a decision which was [highly controversial]. An [online petition] of over [5,100 names] on the [Parliamentary website] led to [Chris Smith] asking [Parliament] about the [future] of the [collection]. The [answer], from [Bryan Davies] was that the [museum] inten... | The Musical Instruments gallery closed 25 February 2010, a decision which was highly controversial. An online petition of over 5,100 names on the Parliamentary website led to Chris Smith asking Parliament about the future of the collection. The answer, from Bryan Davies was that the museum intended to preserve and care... |
Harvard's athletic rivalry with Yale is intense in every sport in which they meet, coming to a climax each fall in the annual football meeting, which dates back to 1875 and is usually called simply "The Game". [Harvard's football team] is no longer one of the country's best as it often was a century ago during football... | Harvard's athletic rivalry with Yale is intense in every sport in which they meet, coming to a climax each fall in the annual football meeting, which dates back to 1875 and is usually called simply "The Game". While Harvard's football team is no longer one of the country's best as it often was a century ago during foot... |
[Möngke Khan] commenced a military campaign against the Chinese Song dynasty in southern China. The [Mongol force] that invaded southern China was [far greater] than the force they sent to invade the Middle East in 1256. He died in 1259 without a [successor]. [Kublai] returned from fighting the Song in 1260 when he lea... | Möngke Khan commenced a military campaign against the Chinese Song dynasty in southern China. The Mongol force that invaded southern China was far greater than the force they sent to invade the Middle East in 1256. He died in 1259 without a successor. Kublai returned from fighting the Song in 1260 when he learned that ... |
The [earliest known movie] featuring some [exterior scenes] filmed in the [city] is [On the Night of the Fire] (1939), though by and large the action is [studio-bound]. Later came [The Clouded Yellow] (1951) and [Payroll] (1961), both of which feature more [extensive scenes] filmed in the [city]. The [1971 film Get Car... | The earliest known movie featuring some exterior scenes filmed in the city is On the Night of the Fire (1939), though by and large the action is studio-bound. Later came The Clouded Yellow (1951) and Payroll (1961), both of which feature more extensive scenes filmed in the city. The 1971 film Get Carter was shot on loc... |
[Kenya]'s inclusion among the beneficiaries of the [US Government]'s [African Growth and Opportunity Act] (AGOA) has given a boost to [manufacturing] in recent years. Since AGOA took effect in 2000, [Kenya]'s [clothing sales] to the [United States] increased from [US$44 million] to [US$270 million] (2006).[citation nee... | Kenya's inclusion among the beneficiaries of the US Government's African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has given a boost to manufacturing in recent years. Since AGOA took effect in 2000, Kenya's clothing sales to the United States increased from US$44 million to US$270 million (2006).citation needed Other initiativ... |
Within the [genitourinary] and [gastrointestinal tracts], [commensal flora] serve as [biological barriers] by [competing] with [pathogenic bacteria] for [food] and [space] and, in some cases, by [changing] the [conditions] in their [environment], such as [pH] or [available iron]. This reduces the [probability] that [pa... | Within the genitourinary and gastrointestinal tracts, commensal flora serve as biological barriers by competing with pathogenic bacteria for food and space and, in some cases, by changing the conditions in their environment, such as pH or available iron. This reduces the probability that pathogens will reach sufficient... |
[Islamism], also known as [Political Islam] ([Arabic]: إسلام سياسي [islām siyāsī]), is an [Islamic revival movement] often characterized by [moral conservatism], [literalism], and the attempt "to implement Islamic values in all spheres of life." [Islamism] favors the [reordering of government and society] in accordanc... | Islamism, also known as Political Islam (Arabic: إسلام سياسي islām siyāsī), is an Islamic revival movement often characterized by moral conservatism, literalism, and the attempt "to implement Islamic values in all spheres of life." Islamism favors the reordering of government and society in accordance with the Shari'a... |
While [Qutb]'s ideas became [increasingly radical] during his [imprisonment] [prior to] his [execution] in [1966], the [leadership] of the [Brotherhood], led by [Hasan al-Hudaybi], remained [moderate] and interested in [political negotiation] and [activism]. [Fringe] or [splinter movements] inspired by the [final writi... | While Qutb's ideas became increasingly radical during his imprisonment prior to his execution in 1966, the leadership of the Brotherhood, led by Hasan al-Hudaybi, remained moderate and interested in political negotiation and activism. Fringe or splinter movements inspired by the final writings of Qutb in the mid-1960s ... |
In its focus on the [Caliphate], the party takes a different view of [Muslim history] than some other [Islamists] such as [Muhammad Qutb]. [HT] sees Islam's pivotal turning point as occurring not with the death of [Ali], or one of the other four rightly guided [Caliphs] in the [7th century], but with the abolition of t... | In its focus on the Caliphate, the party takes a different view of Muslim history than some other Islamists such as Muhammad Qutb. HT sees Islam's pivotal turning point as occurring not with the death of Ali, or one of the other four rightly guided Caliphs in the 7th century, but with the abolition of the Ottoman Calip... |
[Twelve actors] have headlined the series as the Doctor. The [transition] from one actor to another is [written into the plot] of the show, as well as the [differing approach] to the role that each brings, under the [concept of regeneration] into a new incarnation. The show's [premise] is that this is a [life process] ... | Twelve actors have headlined the series as the Doctor. The transition from one actor to another is written into the plot of the show, as well as the differing approach to the role that each brings, under the concept of regeneration into a new incarnation. The show's premise is that this is a life process of Time Lords ... |
[After leaving Edison's company] Tesla partnered with [two businessmen] in [1886], [Robert Lane] and [Benjamin Vail], who agreed to finance an [electric lighting company] in Tesla's name, [Tesla Electric Light & Manufacturing]. The company installed [electrical arc light] based illumination systems designed by Tesla an... | After leaving Edison's company Tesla partnered with two businessmen in 1886, Robert Lane and Benjamin Vail, who agreed to finance an electric lighting company in Tesla's name, Tesla Electric Light & Manufacturing. The company installed electrical arc light based illumination systems designed by Tesla and also had desig... |
[Braddock] (with [George Washington] as one of his aides) led about 1,500 army troops and provincial militia on an expedition in [June 1755] to take [Fort Duquesne]. The expedition was a [disaster]. It was attacked by [French] and [Indian] soldiers [ambushing] them from up in [trees] and [behind logs]. [Braddock] calle... | Braddock (with George Washington as one of his aides) led about 1,500 army troops and provincial militia on an expedition in June 1755 to take Fort Duquesne. The expedition was a disaster. It was attacked by French and Indian soldiers ambushing them from up in trees and behind logs. Braddock called for a retreat. He wa... |
The [immune system] is a system of many [biological structures] and [processes] within an organism that [protects against disease]. To function properly, an immune system must [detect] a [wide variety] of [agents], known as [pathogens], from [viruses] to [parasitic worms], and [distinguish] them from the [organism's ow... | The immune system is a system of many biological structures and processes within an organism that protects against disease. To function properly, an immune system must detect a wide variety of agents, known as pathogens, from viruses to parasitic worms, and distinguish them from the organism's own healthy tissue. In ma... |
In the early years, many [Huguenots] also settled in the area of present-day [Charleston], [South Carolina]. In [1685], Rev. [Elie Prioleau] from the town of [Pons] in [France], was among the first to settle there. He became pastor of the first [Huguenot church] in [North America] in that city. After the [Revocation] o... | In the early years, many Huguenots also settled in the area of present-day Charleston, South Carolina. In 1685, Rev. Elie Prioleau from the town of Pons in France, was among the first to settle there. He became pastor of the first Huguenot church in North America in that city. After the Revocation of the Edict of Nante... |
Since then, and so far, [general relativity] has been acknowledged as the theory that best explains [gravity]. In [GR], [gravitation] is not viewed as a [force], but rather, objects moving freely in [gravitational fields] travel under their own [inertia] in [straight lines] through [curved space-time] – defined as the ... | Since then, and so far, general relativity has been acknowledged as the theory that best explains gravity. In GR, gravitation is not viewed as a force, but rather, objects moving freely in gravitational fields travel under their own inertia in straight lines through curved space-time – defined as the shortest space-tim... |
[On 30 July 1891] [Tesla] became [a naturalized citizen] of [the United States], and [established] his [South Fifth Avenue laboratory], and later [another] at [46 E. Houston Street], in [New York]. He lit [electric lamps] [wirelessly] at both locations, [demonstrating] the [potential] of [wireless power transmission]. ... | On 30 July 1891, at the age of 35, Tesla became a naturalized citizen of the United States, and established his South Fifth Avenue laboratory, and later another at 46 E. Houston Street, in New York. He lit electric lamps wirelessly at both locations, demonstrating the potential of wireless power transmission. In the sa... |
The [central garden] was redesigned by [Kim Wilkie] and opened as the [John Madejski Garden], on [5 July 2005]. The design is a [subtle blend] of the [traditional] and [modern], the [layout] is [formal]; there is an [elliptical water feature] lined in [stone] with [steps] around the [edge] which may be [drained] to use... | The central garden was redesigned by Kim Wilkie and opened as the John Madejski Garden, on 5 July 2005. The design is a subtle blend of the traditional and modern, the layout is formal; there is an elliptical water feature lined in stone with steps around the edge which may be drained to use the area for receptions, ga... |
The pattern of [warfare], followed by [brief periods] of [peace], continued for nearly another [quarter-century]. The [warfare] was definitively [quelled] in [1598], when [Henry of Navarre], having succeeded to the [French throne] as [Henry IV], and having [recanted Protestantism] in favour of [Roman Catholicism], issu... | The pattern of warfare, followed by brief periods of peace, continued for nearly another quarter-century. The warfare was definitively quelled in 1598, when Henry of Navarre, having succeeded to the French throne as Henry IV, and having recanted Protestantism in favour of Roman Catholicism, issued the Edict of Nantes. ... |
[Commissioners] have various [privileges], such as being [exempt] from [member state taxes] (but not [EU taxes]), and having [immunity] from [prosecution] for doing [official acts]. [Commissioners] have sometimes been found to have [abused] their [offices], particularly since the [Santer Commission] was [censured] by [... | Commissioners have various privileges, such as being exempt from member state taxes (but not EU taxes), and having immunity from prosecution for doing official acts. Commissioners have sometimes been found to have abused their offices, particularly since the Santer Commission was censured by Parliament in 1999, and it ... |
Imperialism is a type of [advocacy] of [empire]. Its name originated from the Latin word "imperium", which means to [rule over] [large territories]. Imperialism is "a policy of [extending] a [country's power] and [influence] through [colonization], [use of military force], or [other means]". Imperialism has greatly [sh... | Imperialism is a type of advocacy of empire. Its name originated from the Latin word "imperium", which means to rule over large territories. Imperialism is "a policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means". Imperialism has greatly shaped the contemporary... |
The mechanism for [chloroplast DNA] (cpDNA) replication has not been [conclusively determined], but two main [models] have been [proposed]. Scientists have [attempted] to [observe] [chloroplast replication] via [electron microscopy] since the [1970s]. The [results] of the [microscopy experiments] led to the [idea] that... | The mechanism for chloroplast DNA (cpDNA) replication has not been conclusively determined, but two main models have been proposed. Scientists have attempted to observe chloroplast replication via electron microscopy since the 1970s. The results of the microscopy experiments led to the idea that chloroplast DNA replica... |
[Each year], the [southern California area] has about [10,000 earthquakes]. [Nearly all] of them are [so small] that they are [not felt]. [Only several hundred] are [greater than magnitude 3.0], and [only about 15–20] are [greater than magnitude 4.0]. The [magnitude 6.7 1994 Northridge earthquake] was [particularly des... | Each year, the southern California area has about 10,000 earthquakes. Nearly all of them are so small that they are not felt. Only several hundred are greater than magnitude 3.0, and only about 15–20 are greater than magnitude 4.0. The magnitude 6.7 1994 Northridge earthquake was particularly destructive, causing a sub... |
[Trioxygen] (O
3) is usually known as [ozone] and is a very [reactive allotrope] of [oxygen] that is damaging to [lung tissue]. [Ozone] is produced in the [upper atmosphere] when [O
2 combines] with [atomic oxygen] made by the [splitting] of [O
2] by [ultraviolet (UV) radiation]. Since [ozone absorbs] [strongly] in the... | Trioxygen (O
3) is usually known as ozone and is a very reactive allotrope of oxygen that is damaging to lung tissue. Ozone is produced in the upper atmosphere when O
2 combines with atomic oxygen made by the splitting of O
2 by ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Since ozone absorbs strongly in the UV region of the spectrum, ... |
In 1893, [George Westinghouse] won the bid to light the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago with [alternating current], beating out a [General Electric] bid by one million dollars. This World's Fair devoted a building to [electrical exhibits]. It was a key event in the history of AC power, as [Westinghouse] de... | In 1893, George Westinghouse won the bid to light the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago with alternating current, beating out a General Electric bid by one million dollars. This World's Fair devoted a building to electrical exhibits. It was a key event in the history of AC power, as Westinghouse demonstrated... |
The fourth Yuan emperor, Buyantu Khan (Ayurbarwada), was a [competent emperor]. He was the first Yuan emperor to actively support and adopt [mainstream Chinese culture] after the reign of Kublai, to the [discontent] of some [Mongol elite]. He had been [mentored] by [Li Meng], a [Confucian academic]. He made many [refor... | The fourth Yuan emperor, Buyantu Khan (Ayurbarwada), was a competent emperor. He was the first Yuan emperor to actively support and adopt mainstream Chinese culture after the reign of Kublai, to the discontent of some Mongol elite. He had been mentored by Li Meng, a Confucian academic. He made many reforms, including t... |
The galleries also link design to wider trends in British culture. [For instance], design in the Tudor period was influenced by the [spread] of [printed books] and the work of [European artists] and [craftsmen] employed in Britain. In the Stuart period, [increasing trade], especially with [Asia], enabled [wider access]... | The galleries also link design to wider trends in British culture. For instance, design in the Tudor period was influenced by the spread of printed books and the work of European artists and craftsmen employed in Britain. In the Stuart period, increasing trade, especially with Asia, enabled wider access to luxuries lik... |
[Funding] for [private schools] is generally provided through [student tuition], [endowments], [scholarship/voucher funds], and [donations] and [grants] from [religious organizations] or [private individuals]. [Government funding] for [religious schools] is either subject to [restrictions] or possibly [forbidden], acco... | Funding for private schools is generally provided through student tuition, endowments, scholarship/voucher funds, and donations and grants from religious organizations or private individuals. Government funding for religious schools is either subject to restrictions or possibly forbidden, according to the courts' inter... |
Evolution of the [adaptive immune system] occurred in an [ancestor] of the [jawed vertebrates]. Many of the [classical molecules] of the [adaptive immune system] (e.g., [immunoglobulins] and [T cell receptors]) exist only in [jawed vertebrates]. However, a [distinct lymphocyte-derived molecule] has been discovered in [... | Evolution of the adaptive immune system occurred in an ancestor of the jawed vertebrates. Many of the classical molecules of the adaptive immune system (e.g., immunoglobulins and T cell receptors) exist only in jawed vertebrates. However, a distinct lymphocyte-derived molecule has been discovered in primitive jawless v... |
The smaller the [economic inequality], the more [waste] and [pollution] is created, resulting in many cases, in more [environmental degradation]. This can be explained by the fact that as the [poor people] in the society become more [wealthy], it increases their yearly [carbon emissions]. This relation is expressed by ... | The smaller the economic inequality, the more waste and pollution is created, resulting in many cases, in more environmental degradation. This can be explained by the fact that as the poor people in the society become more wealthy, it increases their yearly carbon emissions. This relation is expressed by the Environmen... |
Near the end of the 19th century [compound engines] came into widespread use. [Compound engines] [exhausted steam] in to [successively larger cylinders] to accommodate the [higher volumes] at [reduced pressures], giving [improved efficiency]. These stages were called [expansions], with [double and triple expansion engi... | Near the end of the 19th century compound engines came into widespread use. Compound engines exhausted steam in to successively larger cylinders to accommodate the higher volumes at reduced pressures, giving improved efficiency. These stages were called expansions, with double and triple expansion engines being common,... |
The network's [troubles] with sustaining [existing series] and gaining [new hits] spilled over into its [2010–11 schedule]: ABC's [dramas] during that season continued to [fail], with the [midseason forensic investigation drama] [Body of Proof] being the only one that was [renewed] for a [second season]. The network al... | The network's troubles with sustaining existing series and gaining new hits spilled over into its 2010–11 schedule: ABC's dramas during that season continued to fail, with the midseason forensic investigation drama Body of Proof being the only one that was renewed for a second season. The network also struggled to esta... |
Despite waiving [longtime running back] DeAngelo Williams and losing [top wide receiver] Kelvin Benjamin to a torn ACL in the preseason, the [Carolina Panthers] had their [best regular season] in [franchise history], becoming the [seventh team] to win at least [15 regular season games] since the league expanded to a [1... | Despite waiving longtime running back DeAngelo Williams and losing top wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin to a torn ACL in the preseason, the Carolina Panthers had their best regular season in franchise history, becoming the seventh team to win at least 15 regular season games since the league expanded to a 16-game schedule... |
Normandy was the site of several important developments in the history of classical music in the 11th century. [Fécamp Abbey] and [Saint-Evroul Abbey] were [centres] of [musical production] and [education]. At [Fécamp], under two [Italian abbots], [William of Volpiano] and [John of Ravenna], the [system] of [denoting n... | Normandy was the site of several important developments in the history of classical music in the 11th century. Fécamp Abbey and Saint-Evroul Abbey were centres of musical production and education. At Fécamp, under two Italian abbots, William of Volpiano and John of Ravenna, the system of denoting notes by letters was d... |
[Southern California] is also home to the [Port of Los Angeles], the [United States]' [busiest commercial port]; the adjacent [Port of Long Beach], the [United States'] [second busiest container port]; and the [Port of San Diego]. | Southern California is also home to the Port of Los Angeles, the United States' busiest commercial port; the adjacent Port of Long Beach, the United States' second busiest container port; and the Port of San Diego. |
The conflict is known by multiple names. [In British America], wars were often named after [the sitting British monarch], such as [King William's War] or [Queen Anne's War]. As there had already been [a King George's War] in [the 1740s], British colonists named [the second war in King George's reign] after [their oppon... | The conflict is known by multiple names. In British America, wars were often named after the sitting British monarch, such as King William's War or Queen Anne's War. As there had already been a King George's War in the 1740s, British colonists named the second war in King George's reign after their opponents, and it be... |
Packet mode communication may be implemented with or without [intermediate forwarding nodes] (packet switches or routers). [Packets] are normally forwarded by [intermediate network nodes] [asynchronously] using [first-in, first-out buffering], but may be forwarded according to some [scheduling discipline] for [fair que... | Packet mode communication may be implemented with or without intermediate forwarding nodes (packet switches or routers). Packets are normally forwarded by intermediate network nodes asynchronously using first-in, first-out buffering, but may be forwarded according to some scheduling discipline for fair queuing, traffic... |
The [principle] of [faunal succession] is based on the [appearance] of [fossils] in [sedimentary rocks]. As [organisms] exist at the [same time period] throughout the [world], their [presence] or (sometimes) [absence] may be used to provide a [relative age] of the [formations] in which they are found. Based on [princip... | The principle of faunal succession is based on the appearance of fossils in sedimentary rocks. As organisms exist at the same time period throughout the world, their presence or (sometimes) absence may be used to provide a relative age of the formations in which they are found. Based on principles laid out by William S... |
The [companion figure] – generally a [human] – has been a [constant feature] in [Doctor Who] since the [programme's inception] in [1963]. One of the [roles] of the companion is to remind the [Doctor] of his "moral duty". The Doctor's [first companions] seen on screen were his [granddaughter] [Susan Foreman] ([Carole An... | The companion figure – generally a human – has been a constant feature in Doctor Who since the programme's inception in 1963. One of the roles of the companion is to remind the Doctor of his "moral duty". The Doctor's first companions seen on screen were his granddaughter Susan Foreman (Carole Ann Ford) and her teacher... |
The [dominant economic sectors] in the [Middle Rhine area] are [viniculture] and [tourism]. The [Rhine Gorge] between [Rüdesheim am Rhein] and [Koblenz] is listed as a [UNESCO World Heritage Site]. Near [Sankt Goarshausen], the Rhine flows around the famous rock [Lorelei]. With its [outstanding architectural monuments]... | The dominant economic sectors in the Middle Rhine area are viniculture and tourism. The Rhine Gorge between Rüdesheim am Rhein and Koblenz is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Near Sankt Goarshausen, the Rhine flows around the famous rock Lorelei. With its outstanding architectural monuments, the slopes full of v... |
Following the treaty, [King George III] issued the [Royal Proclamation of 1763] on [October 7, 1763], which outlined the [division] and [administration] of the [newly conquered territory], and to some extent continues to [govern relations] between the [government] of [modern Canada] and the [First Nations]. Included in... | Following the treaty, King George III issued the Royal Proclamation of 1763 on October 7, 1763, which outlined the division and administration of the newly conquered territory, and to some extent continues to govern relations between the government of modern Canada and the First Nations. Included in its provisions was ... |
The [outer surface] bears usually [eight comb rows], called [swimming-plates], which are used for [swimming]. The rows are [oriented] to run from [near the mouth] (the "oral pole") to [the opposite end] (the "aboral pole"), and are [spaced] [more or less evenly] around [the body], although [spacing patterns] [vary] by ... | The outer surface bears usually eight comb rows, called swimming-plates, which are used for swimming. The rows are oriented to run from near the mouth (the "oral pole") to the opposite end (the "aboral pole"), and are spaced more or less evenly around the body, although spacing patterns vary by species and in most spec... |
[Jacques Legardeur de Saint-Pierre], [Marin], [French forces], [died], [October 29], [Washington], [dine], [letter], [Dinwiddie], [demanding], [immediate], [French withdrawal], [Ohio Country], [Superior], [British], [René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle], [explored], [nearly a century earlier] | Jacques Legardeur de Saint-Pierre, who succeeded Marin as commander of the French forces after the latter died on October 29, invited Washington to dine with him. Over dinner, Washington presented Saint-Pierre with the letter from Dinwiddie demanding an immediate French withdrawal from the Ohio Country. Saint-Pierre sa... |
The [University of Chicago] was created and incorporated as a [coeducational], [secular institution] in [1890] by the [American Baptist Education Society] and a [donation] from [oil magnate] and [philanthropist] [John D. Rockefeller] on [land] donated by [Marshall Field]. While the [Rockefeller donation] provided [mone... | The University of Chicago was created and incorporated as a coeducational, secular institution in 1890 by the American Baptist Education Society and a donation from oil magnate and philanthropist John D. Rockefeller on land donated by Marshall Field. While the Rockefeller donation provided money for academic operations... |
Courts have distinguished between two types of civil disobedience: ["Indirect civil disobedience"] involves ["violating a law"] which is not, itself, the ["object of protest"], whereas ["direct civil disobedience"] involves ["protesting the existence of a particular law"] by ["breaking that law"]. During the ["Vietnam ... | Courts have distinguished between two types of civil disobedience: "Indirect civil disobedience involves violating a law which is not, itself, the object of protest, whereas direct civil disobedience involves protesting the existence of a particular law by breaking that law." During the Vietnam War, courts typically re... |
The [Beroida], also known as [Nuda], have no [feeding appendages], but their [large pharynx], just inside the large mouth and filling most of the [saclike body], bears "macrocilia" at the [oral end]. These fused bundles of several thousand [large cilia] are able to "bite" off pieces of [prey] that are too large to swal... | The Beroida, also known as Nuda, have no feeding appendages, but their large pharynx, just inside the large mouth and filling most of the saclike body, bears "macrocilia" at the oral end. These fused bundles of several thousand large cilia are able to "bite" off pieces of prey that are too large to swallow whole – almo... |
In the course of the [10th century], the initially [destructive] [incursions] of [Norse war bands] into the [rivers] of [France] evolved into more [permanent encampments] that included [local women] and [personal property]. The [Duchy of Normandy], which began in [911] as a [fiefdom], was established by the [treaty] of... | In the course of the 10th century, the initially destructive incursions of Norse war bands into the rivers of France evolved into more permanent encampments that included local women and personal property. The Duchy of Normandy, which began in 911 as a fiefdom, was established by the treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte betw... |
For most of [human history] [higher material living standards] – [full stomachs], [access to clean water] and [warmth from fuel] – led to [better health] and [longer lives]. This pattern of [higher incomes-longer lives] still holds among [poorer countries], where [life expectancy] [increases rapidly] as [per capita inc... | For most of human history higher material living standards – full stomachs, access to clean water and warmth from fuel – led to better health and longer lives. This pattern of higher incomes-longer lives still holds among poorer countries, where life expectancy increases rapidly as per capita income increases, but in r... |
Before World War II, [Fresno] had many [ethnic neighborhoods], including [Little Armenia], [German Town], [Little Italy], and [Chinatown]. In [1940], the [Census Bureau] reported Fresno's population as [94.0% white], [3.3% black] and [2.7% Asian]. (Incongruously, [Chinatown] was primarily a [Japanese neighborhood] and ... | Before World War II, Fresno had many ethnic neighborhoods, including Little Armenia, German Town, Little Italy, and Chinatown. In 1940, the Census Bureau reported Fresno's population as 94.0% white, 3.3% black and 2.7% Asian. (Incongruously, Chinatown was primarily a Japanese neighborhood and today Japanese-American bu... |
Since [teachers] can affect how [students] perceive the [course materials], it has been found that [teachers] who showed [enthusiasm] towards the [course materials] and [students] can affect a [positive learning experience] towards the [course materials]. On [teacher/course evaluations], it was found that [teachers] wh... | Since teachers can affect how students perceive the course materials, it has been found that teachers who showed enthusiasm towards the course materials and students can affect a positive learning experience towards the course materials. On teacher/course evaluations, it was found that teachers who have a positive disp... |
A [deterministic Turing machine] is the most [basic] Turing machine, which uses a [fixed set] of [rules] to determine its [future actions]. A [probabilistic Turing machine] is a [deterministic Turing machine] with an [extra supply] of [random bits]. The [ability] to make [probabilistic decisions] often helps [algorithm... | A deterministic Turing machine is the most basic Turing machine, which uses a fixed set of rules to determine its future actions. A probabilistic Turing machine is a deterministic Turing machine with an extra supply of random bits. The ability to make probabilistic decisions often helps algorithms solve problems more e... |
[Harvard]'s 209-acre (85 ha) main campus is centered on [Harvard Yard] in [Cambridge], about 3 miles (5 km) west-northwest of the [State House] in downtown [Boston], and extends into the surrounding [Harvard Square] neighborhood. [Harvard Yard] itself contains the [central administrative offices] and [main libraries] o... | Harvard's 209-acre (85 ha) main campus is centered on Harvard Yard in Cambridge, about 3 miles (5 km) west-northwest of the State House in downtown Boston, and extends into the surrounding Harvard Square neighborhood. Harvard Yard itself contains the central administrative offices and main libraries of the university, ... |
Several [French paintings] entered the [collection] as part of the [260 paintings and miniatures] (not all the works were French, for example [Carlo Crivelli]'s Virgin and Child) that formed part of the [Jones bequest] of [1882] and as such are displayed in the [galleries] of [continental art] [1600–1800], including th... | Several French paintings entered the collection as part of the 260 paintings and miniatures (not all the works were French, for example Carlo Crivelli's Virgin and Child) that formed part of the Jones bequest of 1882 and as such are displayed in the galleries of continental art 1600–1800, including the portrait of Fran... |
In this work, [one of his most emphatic statements] on [faith], he argued that [every good work] designed to [attract God's favor] is [a sin]. [All humans] are [sinners] by [nature], he explained, and [God's grace] (which cannot be earned) alone can make them [just]. On [1 August 1521], Luther wrote to [Melanchthon] on... | In this work, one of his most emphatic statements on faith, he argued that every good work designed to attract God's favor is a sin. All humans are sinners by nature, he explained, and God's grace (which cannot be earned) alone can make them just. On 1 August 1521, Luther wrote to Melanchthon on the same theme: "Be a s... |
In [1952], when the release of the [FCC]'s [Sixth Report and Order] announced the end of its [freeze] on [new station license applications], among the [issues] the [Commission] was slated to address was whether to approve the [UPT-ABC merger]. One [FCC Commissioner] saw the [possibility] of [ABC], funded by [UPT], beco... | In 1952, when the release of the FCC's Sixth Report and Order announced the end of its freeze on new station license applications, among the issues the Commission was slated to address was whether to approve the UPT-ABC merger. One FCC Commissioner saw the possibility of ABC, funded by UPT, becoming a viable and compet... |
The [UMC] supports [federal funding] for [research on embryos] created for [IVF] that [remain] after the [procreative efforts] have ceased, if the [embryos] were provided for [research] instead of being [destroyed], were not obtained by [sale], and those [donating] had given [prior informed consent] for the [research p... | The UMC supports federal funding for research on embryos created for IVF that remain after the procreative efforts have ceased, if the embryos were provided for research instead of being destroyed, were not obtained by sale, and those donating had given prior informed consent for the research purposes. The UMC stands i... |
[Private schools] generally prefer to be called [independent schools], because of their [freedom] to operate outside of [government] and [local government control]. Some of these are also known as [public schools]. [Preparatory schools] in the [UK] [prepare pupils] aged up to [13 years old] to enter [public schools]. T... | Private schools generally prefer to be called independent schools, because of their freedom to operate outside of government and local government control. Some of these are also known as public schools. Preparatory schools in the UK prepare pupils aged up to 13 years old to enter public schools. The name "public school... |
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