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Gorgonzola cheese is named after the small town of Gorgonzola on the outskirts of which Italian city?	Gorgonzola Cheese product reviews and price comparison Disadvantages My favourite cheese While I'm reviewing a few cheeses, I felt it only right to talk about my beloved gorgonzola next. As someone who adores cheese my favourite one had to be a good one, albeit one that bloody stinks. Gorgonzola derives its name from the place of the same name, located in Milan, where it was originally made. It is made from cow's milk, and is a blue viened cheese, which is produced in a similar way to roquefort cheese. The mould which gives it its blue viens is actually made separately and then added to the cow's milk (sounds delicious doesn't it?) The end result is a fairly soft and squidgy cheese which carries a strong odour and an even stronger taste. To me it is like a cross between a stilton and a brie. It is similar in texture to brie or maybe camembert, but the taste is more like that of stilton. It is basically a hybrid of two already fantastic cheeses, which therefore means that this is the absolute king of the cheese world! It is not dissimilar in taste to most other blue cheeses so I think it is definitely the creamy texture of this one that knocks it into poll position. I've heard the taste described as being like both 'sick and 'feet' but frankly I'd be surprised if anyone who says this actually knows what either of these things taste like. I think blue cheese is one of those tastes that is unique and you either like it or you don't. If you are a fan of other blue cheese but haven't tried gorgonzola then I wholly suggest you give it a go. Gorgonzola is a very versatile cooking ingredient and some of the ways I like to enjoy it include: Risotto - just stir the cheese in near the end. It is soft anyway and melts very easily. It gives the risotto a good kick and a delicious flavour. Cheese sauce - some make this to go with steak but as I'm not a fan I usually make this to stir through pasta. I make it exactly the same way as I would a normal cheese sauce; melt butter, stir in flour, add milk, and then just add the gorgonzola in place of your normal cheese for a rich tasting, stronger alternative. Pizza - pizza ai quattro formaggi (four-cheeses pizza) is often found on the menu in an Italian restaurant, and gorgonzola is one of the cheeses used. I often add bits of this cheese to pizzas myself at home too. On its own, or with crackers and grapes as a cheese board. Simple and delicious! *Tart - using puff or filo pastry, I love using caramalised red onion, cherry tomatoes and a strong cheese like this as a filling. Over all, I highly recommend giving gorgonzola a go if you're a cheese fan and haven't tried it. It is sold in most supermarkets for about £2.00 for a 150g block. A 30g portion contains around 100 calories which is this case isn't bad as the strength of it means you don't need loads.
Robert Koch won the 1905 Nobel Prize for Medicine for his work on which disease?	Robert Koch Winner of the 1905 Nobel Prize in Medicine 1905 Nobel Laureate in Medicine for his investigations and discoveries in relation to tuberculosis. Background Place of birth: Klausthal (Germany) Residence: Germany Education: Studied at G�ttingen to become a physician and surgeon Affiliation: Hygienic Institute at Berlin (Professor and Director, 1885); Institut f�r Infektions-Krankheiten (Institute for Infectious Diseases, Berlin - Director from 1891) Discovered the tuberculosis bacillus (1882) Led a German expedition to Egypt and India, where he discovered the cholera bacillus (1883) Featured Internet Links
Which Nazi was known as the 'Chief Executioner of the Third Reich' as he organised the transportation of people to the concentration camps?	Adolf Eichmann - History Learning Site Adolf Eichmann Citation: C N Trueman "Adolf Eichmann" historylearningsite.co.uk. The History Learning Site, 22 May 2015. 16 Aug 2016. Adolf Eichmann is labeled as the man who masterminded the actual organisation of the Holocaust . Adolf Eichmann was a SS officer who planned with meticulous detail the sending of Jews and other groups to death camps such as Auschwitz-Birkenau , Treblinka and Sobibor . Such work was to earn Eichmann the title ‘Chief Executioner of the Third Reich’. After dropping out of college in 1925, Eichmann worked as a travelling salesman for the Vacuum Oil Company. Such work brought him back, once again, to Germany in 1930. While in Germany he joined the ‘Wandervogel’ group – a group that was anti-Semite in its views but seems to have tolerated Jews to be in the movement. In 1932, aged 26, Eichmann moved back to Austria where he joined the Austrian Nazi Party.Adolf Eichmann was born on March 19th, 1906 in Solingen. His father was a reasonably successful businessman who moved the family to Linz in Austria in 1914. After serving in the Austrian army in World War One , Eichmann’s father moved the family back to Germany in 1920. In April 1932, Eichmann joined the SS Division of the Austrian Nazi Party. In November of the same year he became a full SS member and was appointed as a SS-Mann. For about one year, Eichmann served in Salzburg. When Hitler came to power in January 1933, Eichmann returned to Germany and applied to join the German SS full time. His application was accepted and in November 1933, Eichmann was appointed to the administrative staff at Dachau Concentration Camp, just outside of Munich. In 1934, Eichmann applied to join the fear Security Police (Sicherheitspolizei) and his transfer was accepted in November 1934. He worked in the SD’s headquarters in Berlin. His work as an administrator was quickly recognised and in 1937, he was commissioned as an SS-Untersturmführer. After working in Austria after the Anschluss in 1938, Eichmann was selected by senior SS officers to create the Central Office for Jewish Administration in Austria, which was an organisation that was introduced to expel/deport Jews from Austria after they had left their property and wealth to the Third Reich. Once again, Eichmann demonstrated his organisational skills. It was at this time that Eichmann made a study of Judaism which led to him formulating extreme anti-Semite beliefs. At the start of the war in 1939 , Eichmann worked in the Office for Jewish Emigration. He had made a visit to Palestine in 1937 and developed contacts in the Zionist movement which he used to speed up the deportation of Jews from Nazi controlled Europe. By late 1939, Eichmann’s work covered the whole of Nazi-occupied Europe and in 1940 , he was transferred to the Gestapo. In 1941 , Eichmann had been promoted to Obersturmbannführer and he was appointed the commander of the Gestapo’s Jewish Division of the Religions Department. In January 1942 , Eichmann attended the infamous Wannsee Conference at the personal invitation of Reinhard Heydrich. Eichmann took the minutes at this meeting. It was at the Wannsee meeting that the ‘Final Solution’ was decided on and Eichmann was appointed “Transportation Administrator”. It was to be Eichmann’s job to ensure that the rail transportation was available to send the Jews and other groups to the expanding death camps in Poland. He performed his task with zeal and it is reported that on occasions Eichmann was heard to boast that he had sent 5 million Jews to their deaths as a result of the efficiency of the rail network he controlled. In 1944 , Eichmann was sent to Hungary after the Nazis had occupied the country. Hungary’s proximity to Auschwitz-Birkenau mean that their fate was effectively sealed once Eichmann arrived to take up his new task. As many as 400,000 Hungarian Jews were sent to Auschwitz. In 1945 , with the war turning against Nazi Germany, Eichmann did what he could to protect himself. In 1944, he had been commissioned in the Waffen-SS as a reserve officer. T
In which American sit-com did Ted Danson play the title character, a misanthropic doctor who operates a small practice and is constantly annoyed by his patients?	TV Shows \| WIN Television × 48 Hours 48 Hours investigates the most intriguing crime and justice cases that touch on all areas of the human experience including greed and passion. Season after season, 48 Hours has developed a rich history of original reporting and impact journalism that has helped exonerate wrongly convicted people, caused cold cases to be reopened and solved, and along the way changed lives. × All Star Family Feud All Star Family Feud pits celebrities, and sometimes their families, against each other as they raise money for charity. Strap yourself in for what is set to be an all-star showdown. It will be a series of epic rumbles as Australia’s best-known personalities battle it out in a special one-hour format. Featuring an all-star cast and hosted by Grant Denyer, All Star Family Feud will be double the fun, with six rounds including Fast Money. From celebrity friends to the sharpest tongues on the comedy strip, legends of the race track and footy fields, Australia’s favourite personalities will give it their all for charity. × American Horror Story: Hotel The 13-episode, fifth installment of the Emmy and Golden Globe-winning franchise, American Horror Story: Hotel returns to ELEVEN. American Horror Story: Hotel features an all-star cast including Lady Gaga, Kathy Bates, Angela Bassett, Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Matt Bomer, Denis OHare, Wes Bentley, Cheyenne Jackson and Chloë Sevigny. × Australian Survivor The countdown to the highly anticipated launch of the spectacular and unmissable family entertainment series Australian Survivor has begun. Hosted by Jonathan LaPaglia and set in the stunning and rugged tropical paradise of Samoa, Australian Survivor pits 24 Australians against each other in the ultimate test of survival. A high school teacher, a criminal lawyer, a firefighter, a law student, an air traffic controller and a financial analyst are just some of the contestants selected from over 15,000 applicants. Over 55 days, these driven and determined contestants must outwit, outlast and outplay each other to become the sole Survivor. Part docu-soap, part competition, part human drama, Survivor is the world’s most talked about television program. It is the show that launched the reality genre of television programming almost 20 years ago and it remains the centrepiece of broadcasting schedules around the world. × Bear Grylls: Mission Survive Eight celebrities embark on a 12-day expedition in the rainforest of Costa Rica, where they must learn to navigate difficult terrain, build shelters, make fire and eat the food that nature provides. From abseiling down ferocious waterfalls to crossing perilous rapids, the stars face a range of challenges and Bear himself eliminates one of them each week, leaving three in the final. × Becker Set in the New York City borough of The Bronx, the show starred Ted Danson as John Becker, a misanthropic doctor who operates a small practice and is constantly annoyed by his patients, co-workers, friends, and practically everything and everybody else in his world. Despite everything, his patients and friends are loyal because Becker genuinely cares about them. × Blue Bloods Blue Bloods is a drama about a multi-generational family of police officers dedicated to New York City law enforcement. Frank Reagan is the New York Police Commissioner and heads both the police force and the Reagan brood. A source of pride and concern for Frank is his eldest son, Danny, a seasoned detective, family man and Iraq War veteran who, on occasion, uses dubious tactics to solve cases with his partner, Detective Maria Baez. The Reagan women in the family include Erin, an Assistant District Attorney and Linda, Danny's supportive wife. Jamie is the youngest Reagan, a Harvard Law graduate and the family's "golden boy”. Unable to deny the family tradition, Jamie decided to give up a lucrative future in law and follow in the family footsteps as a police man. × Bob’s Burgers Bob's Burgers follows the ups and downs of Bob (H. Jon Benjamin), who runs Bob’s Burgers with the help of his wife and their t
Akrotiri and Dhekelia are British Overseas Territories on which island?	Akrotiri and Dhekelia – Britain Treasure Island Akrotiri and Dhekelia About The British Sovereign Base Areas of Akrotiri and Dhekelia comprise those parts of Cyprus which stayed under British jurisdiction and remained British sovereign territory when the 1960 Treaty of Establishment created the independent Republic of Cyprus. They cover 254 km2, 123 around Akrotiri, the Western Sovereign Base Area (WSBA) and 131 around Dhekelia, the Eastern Sovereign Base Area (ESBA). Because they are run as military bases, the Sovereign Base Area Administration (SBAA) reports to the British Ministry of Defence in London, rather than the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. They are a British Overseas Territory with a civilian administration working under an Administrator who is Commander of the British Forces, Cyprus. The Chief Officer, Administrative Secretary, Resident Judge, Chief Constable and other senior officials are recruited from or seconded from UK departments. The administration of the Bases exists to ensure the effective use as a military base; the full co-operation with the Republic of Cyprus; and the protection of those resident or working in the Bases. The laws deliberately match those in the Republic of Cyprus, where practicable. The SBAA is responsible for protection of the environment in the Bases, working with the relevant Cypriot Republic departments. Work includes protecting breeding endangered loggerhead Caretta caretta and green turtles Chelonia mydas, which nest here. The only remaining colony of griffon vultures Gyps fulvus on Cyprus is found on the cliffs at Episkopi in the WSBA, and there is a large colony of Eleanora’s falcons Falco eleonorae both here and on the cliffs bordering the Royal Air Force station at Akrotiri. The most important wetland on the island of Cyprus, Akrotiri salt lake, lies within the WSBA and is a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance. Twenty seven habitat types are recognised across this spectacular mosaic of marshland, salt lake, coastal and marine areas. Two hundred species of migratory birds use the wetland for over-wintering or breeding, such as over 30,000 greater flamingos Phoenicopterus roseus demoiselle crane Anthropoides virgo, various migrant waders, black-tailed godwit Limosa limosa, blackcap Sylvia atricapilla, alongside many resident species. The Bases support hundreds of plant species, many of which are rare or endemic such as Achillea maritime, Lotus cytisoides and Mesembryanthemum crystallinum. They also contain hundreds of invertebrates, including nearly eighty endemic insect species, and various reptiles and amphibians, some of which have a disproportionately high importance here due to the reduced habitat elsewhere in Cyprus. Read more about the wildlife, history and cultural heritage of all of the UK Overseas Territories in the 704 page Britain’s Treasure Islands book ( CLICK HERE ). Watch 42 ‘mini-documentaries’ that explore the wildlife, cultures and history of all of the UK Overseas Territories ( CLICK HERE ).
In which American drama series does Michael C. Hall play the title character, a bloodstain pattern analyst for Miami Police who moonlights as a serial killer?	Dexter (TV series) Dexter (TV series) Crime drama Suspense Horror Mystery Dark comedy Format James Manos, Jr. Starring Michael C. Hall Jennifer Carpenter Desmond Harrington C.S. Lee Lauren Vélez David Zayas James Remar Julie Benz Erik King Theme music composer 60 (List of episodes) Executive producer(s) Daniel Cerone Sara Colleton Charles H. Eglee John Goldwyn Michael C. Hall Chip Johannessen Clyde Phillips Location(s) Edit Block no caption Dexter is an American television drama series that centers on Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall), a bloodstain pattern analyst for the Miami Metro Police Department who moonlights as a serial killer.The show debuted on October , 2006, on Showtime and the fifth season ended on December 12, 2010. As of December 2, 2010, the show has been renewed for a sixth season. Set in Miami, the show's first season was largely based on the novel Darkly Dreaming Dexter by Jeff Lindsay, the first of his series of Dexter novels. Subsequent seasons have evolved independently of Lindsay's works. It was adapted for television by screenwriter James Manos, Jr., who wrote the pilot episode.Dexter structures his killing around "the Code of Harry", a body of ethics and procedures devised by his adoptive father Harry Morgan (who was a Miami cop) to make sure Dexter never gets caught and to ensure that Dexter kills only other killers. Harry also trained Dexter in how to interact convincingly with other people despite his dissociative mental illness, which Harry believed to be sociopathy, arising from Dexter witnessing the brutal murder of his biological mother, Laura Moser. As an adult, Dexter has largely escaped suspicion (with some exceptions) by being genial and generous and maintaining generally superficial relationships. However, his attachment to his foster (and ultimately adoptive) sister, Debra, his girlfriend (later wife), Rita, his stepchildren, Astor and Cody, and later his biological son, Harrison, have all complicated his double life and made him question his need to kill. In fact, in the first season, newly-found memories of his mother's murder set in motion the slow but steady humanization of Dexter, progressing further with each season, as Dexter begins to experience a variety of emotions for the first time in years.In February 2008, edited reruns began to air on CBS. The series has enjoyed wide critical acclaim and popularity. Season 4 aired its season finale on December 13, 2009 to a record-breaking audience of 2.6 million viewers, making it the most-watched original series episode ever on Showtime. Michael C. Hall has received several awards and nominations for his portrayal of Dexter, including a Golden Globe. The series was picked up by Showtime for a sixth season, which was billed as not being the final season, leaving possibilities open for a seventh. Cast and crew Edit Block Cast In addition to Michael C. Hall, the show's principal cast includes his estranged wifeJennifer Carpenter as Dexter's adoptive sister, Detective Debra Morgan, and James Remar as Dexter's deceased father Harry. Dexter's co-workers include Lauren Vélez as Lt. María LaGuerta, Dexter and Debra's supervisor, David Zayas as Detective Sergeant Angel Juan Marcos Batista, and C.S. Lee as lab tech Vince Masuka (promoted to title credits as of Season 2). Julie Benz starred as Dexter's girlfriend turned wife Rita Morgan in seasons 1–4. Rita's children Astor and Cody are played by Christina Robinson and Preston Bailey (who replaced Daniel Goldman after the first season). Erik King portrayed the troubled Sgt. James Doakes for the first two seasons of the show. Desmond Harrington joined the cast in Season 3 as Detective Joey Quinn; his name was promoted to the title credits as of Season 4. Keith Carradine, as Special FBI Agent Frank Lundy, and Jimmy Smits, as ADA Miguel Prado, each appeared in season-long character arcs in seasons 2 and 3, respectively. John Lithgow joined the cast in season four as the "Trinity Killer". Carradine returned in Season 4, reprising his role as newly-retired FBI Special Agent Frank Lundy, who was huntin
Ceuta and Melilla are Spanish Overseas Territories in which country?	The battle over Ceuta, Spain's African Gibraltar - Telegraph Spain The battle over Ceuta, Spain's African Gibraltar It overlooks the mouth of the Mediterranean, a fortified port city in the shadow of a towering rock. Long notorious for its smugglers, it is now a duty-free haven, owned by a country across the sea but claimed by the sovereign nation that surrounds it. While Morocco claims Ceuta as its own, Spain has no intention of giving up the exclave Photo: John Robertson By Fiona Govan, Ceuta 5:51PM BST 10 Aug 2013 And each morning thousands of people queue in searing heat to cross its international border for a day’s work before crossing back to their homes in the poorer surrounding towns whose very existence depends on it. This could be a description of Gibraltar , the British exclave on the southern Spanish coast that was the subject of an international row last week as Madrid stepped up its claims of sovereignty over the Rock. But in fact it is Ceuta, the tiny Spanish territory that lies just 18 miles across the water from Gibraltar in North Africa. While Morocco claims Ceuta as its own, Spain has no intention of giving up the exclave. The rock of Gibraltar seen from Ceuta (John Robertson) The similarities between the two are striking. Related Articles Spain to take 'all necessary measures' to defend Gibraltar interests 09 Aug 2013 Both are military and naval bases dominated by fortified mountains, and both contain populations which are racially mixed but united in their fervent loyalty to a crown and country whose capital lies hundreds of miles away. In Gibraltar, the Union flag flutters from every balcony and British bobbies pace the streets past fish and chip shops, English pubs and store names familiar from every market town the length and breadth of the British Isles. In Ceuta, on a palm tree-lined boulevard that could easily be in Barcelona or Alicante, Spaniards pick at tapas washed down with a cerveza or glass of Rioja, as the crimson and gold of their flag stirs on flagpoles in the evening sea breeze. Ceuta (John Robertson) And the 84,000-strong population is just as determined to remain as it is. “We are as Spanish as people from Madrid or Valencia, it would be unthinkable to try to give the city to Morocco,” said Maria Leon, a 30-year-old born in Ceuta who like many Spanish suffering in the economic crisis is currently unemployed. “In that way, I do feel sympathy with the people of Gibraltar. So what if our land is at the tip of another country? I think the politicians should just leave things alone and let us get on with our lives peacefully.” The diplomatic row over Gibraltar erupted last week when Spain imposed lengthy border checks that led to queues of up to eight hours, seemingly in retaliation after Rock authorities created an artificial reef in their waters to promote fish stocks but also stop what it saw as illegal fishing by Spanish boats. Spain’s foreign minister ramped up tension with threats to introduce a 50 euro (£43) crossing tax at the border and close Spanish airspace to Gibraltar traffic. In the shadows of the row, Madrid is anxious that the world quietly forgets its own controversial ownership of its African enclaves and doesn’t invite comparisons. Ceuta and its larger sister city Melilla, some 250 miles further south along the coastline, have long been a flashpoint in Moroccan and Spanish diplomatic relations. When King Juan Carlos made his first royal tour of the cities in November 2007, he stirred up a hornet’s nest, igniting Moroccan claims that the two enclaves be returned to maintain its nation’s “territorial integrity”. Angry demonstrations were staged on the Moroccan sides of the borders and outside the Spanish Embassy in Rabat, while the Moroccan government expressed “strong rejection and clear disapproval” of the “continued and anachronistic colonialism” shown by Spain. “We would like to remind everyone that the two cities form an integral part of Moroccan soil and their return to their homeland will be sought through direct negotiations with our neighbour Spain,” s
Which Nazi leader avoided execution after being sentenced to death at the 'Nuremburg Trials' by committing suicide hours before he was due to hang?	The Nazi Defendants in the Major War Criminal Trial in Nuremberg IN THE END Doenitz, Karl German admiral who would eventually command entire navy. Chosen by Hitler to succeed him as fuhrer. Negotiated surrender following Hitler's suicide. 138 "Politicians brought the Nazis to power and started the war. They are the ones who brought about these disgusting crimes, and now we have to sit there in the dock with them and share the blame!" (5/27/46) On 9/17/42 Doenitz issued the "Laconia Order" to the German submarine fleet. The order forbid rescuing enemy survivors of sunken ships: "Be hard. Remember, the enemy has no regard for women and children when he bombs German cities." Called by Hitler "the Rommel of the Seas"....Said "I would rather eat dirt than have my grandson grow up in the Jewish spirit and faith"...Went on radio after assassination attempt on Hitler to call it "a cowardly attempt at murder." Served 10-year-sentence. Died in 1981. Frank, Hans Governor-general of Nazi-occupied Poland, called the "Jew butcher of Cracow." 130 " Don't let anybody tell you that they had no idea. Everybody sensed there was something horribly wrong with the system." (11/29/45) "Hitler has disgraced Germany for all time! He betrayed and disgraced the people that loved him!...I will be the first to admit my guilt." (4/17/46) "The Jews must be eliminated. Whenever we catch one, it is his end"...."This territory [Poland] is in its entirety the booty of the German Reich"...."I have not been hesitant in declaring that when a German is shot, up to 100 Poles shall be shot too."--from the diary of Hans Frank. In April of 1930, Hitler asked Frank to secretly investigate a rumor that he had Jewish blood. Frank reported back that there was a 50-50 chance that Hitler was one-quarter Jewish. Hanged--wearing a beatificsmile--in Nuremberg on Oct. 16, 1946 Frick, Wilhelm Minister of the Interior 124 "Hitler didn't want to do things my way. I wanted things done legally. After all, I am a lawyer." (4/24/46).... "The mass murders were certainly not thought of as a consequence of the Nuremberg Laws, [though] it may have turned out that way." Frick drafted, signed, and administered laws that abolished opposition parties, and suppressed trade unions and Jews (including the infamous Nuremberg Laws). Frick knew that the insane, aged, and disabled ("useless eaters") were being systematically killed, but did nothing to stop it. Frick claimed not to be an anit-Semite. He said he drafted the Nuremberg Laws for "scientific reasons": to protect the purity of German blood. Frick was one of eleven defendants sentenced to death. He said, "Hanging--I didn't expect anything different....Well, I hope they get it over with fast." (10/1/46) Frick was hanged on Oct. 16, 1946. Fritzsche, Hans Head of the Radio Division, one of twelve departments in Goebbel's Propoganda Ministry 130 " I have been tricked and trapped by the Himmler murder machine, even when I tried to put a check on it...Let us explain our position to the world, so that at least we won't die under this awful burden of shame." (11/21/45) "I have the feeling I am drowning in filth....I am choking in it."--(2/21/46, after watching film of atrocities). Fritzsche's radio broadcasts (he was a popular commentator) included strong Nazi propoganda. Fritzsche was one of two defendants turned over to the IMT by Russians.... Fritzsche often appeared on the verge of a breakdown during the trial. Fritzsche was acquitted by the IMT. He said, "I am entirely overwhelmed--to be set free right here, not even to be sent back to Russia. That was more than I hoped for." He was later tried and convicted by a German court, then freed in 1950. He died in 1953. Funk, Walther Minister of Economics 124 "I signed the laws for the aryanization of Jewish property. Whether that makes me legally guilty or not, is another matter. But it makes me morally guilty, there is no doubt about that. I should have listened to my wife at the end. She said we'd be better off dropping the whole minister business and moving into a thr
Which European capital city is the highest above sea- level?	What Is The Highest European Capital? - Gadling Gadling Sign up for our newsletters Gadling by Sean McLachlan on Jun 4, 2012 I’ve lived in Spain part time for eight years now and I’ve been under the impression that Madrid is the highest European capital at 667 meters (2,188 feet) above sea level. You see the “highest capital in Europe” claim everywhere, including city tours , travel websites and even the second edition of “City Guide Madrid” by Blue Guides. A friend who just came back from hiking in Andorra , however, told me that’s not true. Andorra’s capital, Andorra la Vella , stands at 1,023 meters (3,356 feet) and takes the prize for highest European capital. While its population is only a bit over 22,000 and the city governs one of the smallest countries in Europe, size doesn’t matter in this contest. Andorra la Vella is nestled in the Pyrenees Mountains between Spain and France. My friend tells me there are numerous day hikes from town that take you into spectacular valleys and peaks past alpine streams and waterfalls. The winter ski season is justly famous. The city is pretty cheap too. Sounds like I’ll have to do an Andorran series sometime soon. Defenders of Madrid can nitpick, though. Andorra is a co-principality and you could make the case that it isn’t a fully independent country. The President of France and the Bishop of Urgell in Spain act as co-princes. Like other European monarchs, however, they don’t have much power in the day-to-day running of the country. Andorra is a parliamentary democracy with an elected Prime Minister. Andorra has all the other trappings of nationhood as well, such as a flag, diplomats and membership to important international bodies such as the EU and UN. So it looks to me that the common statement that Madrid is the highest capital in Europe is wrong. It just goes to show that you can’t believe everything you hear and read.
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Who was the Aboriginal Australian athlete who won the women's 400m Gold Medal at the Sydney Olympics in 2000?	Sydney Olympic Games, 2000 \| australia.gov.au Sydney Olympic Games, 2000 The exceptionally well-organised Sydney Games were a true celebration of Olympic values and sporting excellence. Olympic Committee The Sydney Olympic Games were held from 15 September to 1 October 2000. Sydney was awarded the right to host the 2000 Olympic Games in 1993. It was the second time that an Australian city had hosted the Olympic Games, the first being in Melbourne in 1956. The first Olympic Games of the modern era were held in Athens in 1896 following the founding of the International Olympic Committee in 1894. The Olympics began in Greece about 3,500 years ago but were discontinued in 393 AD. In 1887, Baron Pierre de Coubertin came up with the idea of reviving the Olympics. At the Sydney 2000 Olympics there were 199 competing countries and four individual athletes from East Timor who marched in the parade of nations. There were 10,651 athletes (4,069 women, 6,582 men). There were 300 events. One of the extraordinary characteristics of the Sydney Olympics was the number of volunteers, 46,967, which had grown from an original group of 500, honoured in a parade through the city after the games. The extent of interest world-wide in the Olympics is reflected in the 16,033 accredited media people (5,298 written press, 10,735 broadcasters). Highlights – 100 years of women's participation Cathy Freeman wins gold in the 400m. Image courtesy of the ABC. Sydney 2000 celebrated 100 years of women's participation in the Olympic Games. The Triathlon made its Olympic debut with the women's race as the first event. Brigitte McMahon of Switzerland swam, cycled and ran to win gold and beat the favoured Australian athlete Michelie Jones who won silver. McMahon only passed Jones in sight of the finish line. Taekwondo was another new addition to the Olympic programme. Australian Lauren Burns, won gold in taekwondo, women's -49kg. Roared on by home fans, Burns surged ahead to 4-2 in the second round after being tied at the end of first round. Susanthika Jayasinghe became the first Sri Lankan woman to win a medal, claiming bronze in the 200m, whilst Birgit Fischer of Germany earned two gold medals in kayaking to become the first woman in any sport to win medals 20 years apart, having won gold at the Moscow, Barcelona and Atlanta Olympic Games. Women also took part in weightlifting and the modern pentathlon for the very first time. Australian Maria Pekli, won silver in judo for the women's 57kg. Other Australian women gold medal winners included Natalie Cook and Kerri Pottharst for beach volleyball, and Jenny Armstrong and Belinda Stowell for sailing, in the women's 470 class. The Australian women's hockey, softball and water polo teams also showed their excellence in winning gold. Opening ceremony and Olympic Flame Sydney 200 opening ceremony. Image courtesy of the ABC. The opening ceremony began with a tribute to Australian culture, history and identity with over 120 Australian stock horses stepping out, paying tribute to Australian stockmen. Performances that followed included references to the arrival of the First Fleet, immigration and rural industry as well as a large display of lawnmowers and an Australian Hill's hoist clothes line representing domestic life and ingenuity. Music and performance highlights of the opening were two hundred (200) Indigenous women from Central Australia dancing to cleanse and protect the Games and hundreds of tap-dancing teenagers. Olivia Newton-John and John Farnham sang the duet 'Dare to Dream' while walking among the athletes. Torres Strait Islander Christine Anu sang 'My Island Home' and the Australian National Anthem was sung by the boy band Human Nature with the second verse sung by Julie Anthony. The games were opened by the Australian Governor-General Sir William Deane with the Olympic Flag carried around the arena by eight former Australian Olympic champions: Bill Roycroft, Murray Rose, Liane Tooth, Gillian Rolton, Marjorie Jackson, Lorraine Crapp, Michael Wenden and Nick Green. Cathy Freeman lighting the Olympic Fla
Sometimes called the 'Gurkha blade', what is the more common name given to the curved knife used as part of the regimental weaponry of Gurkha fighters?	Khukuri House - Gurkha Knives Official Khukuri/Kukri supplier to Gurkhas The Honor of the Khukuri KHUKURI \ KUKRI KNIFE: A mid-length curved knife comprising a distinctive ï¿½Choï¿½ that is the national knife and icon of Nepal, basic and traditional utility knife of Nepalese, a formidable and effective weapon of the Gurkhas and an exquisite piece of local craftsmanship that symbolizes pride and valor which also represents the country and itï¿½s culture. Believed to have existed 2500 years ago; ï¿½Kopiï¿½ is the probable source of the Khukuri that was used by Greek in the 4 th BC. However, khukuri came into limelight only in and particularly after the Nepal War in 1814-15 after the formation of British Gurkha Army. Basically carried in a leather case, mostly having walnut wooden grip and traditionally having two small knives, it is one of the most famous and feared knives of the world. Some of the famous knives of the world such as the Bowie Knife, the Stiletto, the Scimitar, the Roman Sword, the Machete and so on have all, at one time or the other, played great historical roles as formidable weapons with men have demonstrated raw power and courage during times of battle. The kukri, however, outdoes them all! The great romance and the extraordinary accounts of bravery that this knife evokes are legendary and historic. There are two names for this knife that are now universally accepted, ï¿½Khukuriï¿½ or ï¿½Kukriï¿½. After going through series of names since someone first tried to speak, pronounce or write when it was first encountered or discovered in the early 1600ï¿½s ï¿½Khukuriï¿½ became the strict Nepalese version that is very common, famous and household name in Nepalese literature. However Khukuri is more known as ï¿½Kukriï¿½ in the western world and beyond which we see is an anglicized version of the British when they first discovered the knife. With khukuriï¿½s origin going back to ancient times, the khukuri is not only the national knife of Nepal but is also symbolic of the Gurkha soldier, a prized possession with which he has indelibly carved an identity for himself. The khukuri has been the weapon of choice for the Gorkhas of Nepal and the famous Gorkhali Sainik of King Prithivi Narayan Shah since 16th century and used for almost everything from a utility tool to an effective fighting knife in battle to a unique piece of decoration that has marked its amazing reputation. The successful war campaigns and swift victory of the Gorkhali Sainik against its enemies must be credited to some extent to this unusual and practical weapon. It is also believed that the universal custom of Gurkha Army carrying the khukuri began from Gorkhali Sanik and that was later made an important part of military issue under the British ownership. This custom still exists although the size and type of khukuri have significantly changed and improvised. The awesome cutting edge of the khukuris was first experienced by the British in India who had to face it in the well-documented battles since 1814 while combating the Gorkhali Sainik in western Nepal. Thus was born the legend and the romance. In the Gurkha soldier's grip, this seemingly small piece of curved steel called Khukuri or Kukri sometimes, becomes an incredibly menacing weapon with which he has demonstrated rare feats of bravery while facing the enemy in many a battlefield. The khukuri is a medium-length curved knife each Gurkha soldier carries with him in uniform and in battle.In his grip, it is a formidable razor-sharp weapon and a cutting tool. In fact, it is an extension of his arm. When his rifle misfires, or when his bullets have run out, a Gurkha unsheathes his khukuri and makes his final "do-or-die" run on the enemy in a fury to finish the business. This scene created the romance and the legends. What he really did, and still does with his khukuri, is a super-clean slaughter: The enemy tumbles down in two clean pieces- and in surprise! - because his is the kindest, quietest death because it is the quickest. At present, khukuri is recognized as the national knife of
Which Central American country adopted the US Dollar as its official unit of currency in 2001?	A Look at Central America Money and Currency The official unit of currency in Panama is the Panama balboa. However, the official paper currency of Panama is the US dollar. More » The Guatemala Quetzal. One unit of Guatemalan currency is called the quetzal. More » The Honduras Lempira. One unit of Honduran currency is called the lempira. More » The El Salvador Colón (Now replaced by the US Dollar). One unit of El Salvadoran currency used to be called the colón, divided into 100 centavos. However, in 2001, El Salvador adopted the US dollar as its official unit of currency. More » The Costa Rica Colón.
Which African capital city is the highest above sea-level?	THE WORLD GEOGRAPHY: 10 Capital Cities by Highest Elevation In The World 10 Capital Cities by Highest Elevation In The World 1. La Paz, Bolivia La Paz 1. La Paz, Bolivia (3,660 mts), is the administrative capital of Bolivia, as well as the departmental capital of La Paz Department, and the second largest city (in population) only after Santa Cruz de la Sierra. It is located in the western part of the country on the department of the same name. It is located at an elevation of 3,660 meters above sea level, making it the world's highest "de facto" capital city, or administrative capital. The official capital of Bolivia is Sucre and it is the seat of Justice, La Paz has more government departments, hence the "de facto" qualifier. 2. Quito, Ecuador Quito 2. Quito, Ecuador (2,800 mts), is the capital city of Ecuador in northwestern South America. It is located in north-central Ecuador in the Guayllabamba river basin, on the eastern slopes of Pichincha, an active stratovolcano in the Andes mountains. With a population of 1,397,698 according to the last census (2001), and, as estimated by the municipality, approximately 1,504,991 in 2005, Quito is the second most populous city in Ecuador, after Guayaquil.The elevation of the city's central square is 2,800 m (about 9,186 ft), making Quito the second-highest administrative capital city in the world (after La Paz,Bolivia), and the highest legal capital (ahead of Sucre, also in Bolivia, and Bogotá, Colombia). 3. Bogota, Colombia Bogota 3. Bogota, Colombia (2,640 mts), is the capital city of Colombia, as well as the most populous city in the country, with an estimated 7,304,384 inhabitants as of 2009. Bogotá and its metropolitan area, which includes municipalities such as Chía, Cota, Soacha, Cajicá and La Calera, had an estimated population of 8,566,926 in 2009. In terms of land area, Bogotá is the largest city in Colombia, one of the biggest of Latin America, figures in the 30th largest cities of the world, and it is the third-highest capital city in the world (after La Paz and Quito) at 2640 metres above sea level. With its many universities and libraries, Bogotá has become known as "The Athens of South America". 4. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Addis Ababa 4. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (2,390 mts), is the capital city of Ethiopia.It is the largest city in Ethiopia, with a population of 3,384,569 according to the 2007 population census.As a chartered city, Addis Ababa has the status of both a city and a state. It is where the African Union and its predecessor the OAU are based. Addis Ababa is therefore often referred to as "the political capital of Africa", due to its historical, diplomatic and political significance for the continent. The city is populated by people from different regions of Ethiopia – the country has as many as 80 nationalities speaking 80 languages and belonging to a wide variety of religious communities. It is home to Addis Ababa University. 5. Asmara, Eritrea Asmara 5. Asmara, Eritrea (2,325 mts) is the capital city and largest settlement in Eritrea, home to a population of around 579,000 people. At an elevation of 2,325 meters (7,628 ft), Asmara is on the edge of an escarpment that is both the northwestern edge of the Great Rift Valley and of the Eritrean highlands. Textiles and clothing, processed meat, beer, shoes, and ceramics are the major industrial products. 6. Thimphu, Bhutan Thimphy 6. Thimphu, Bhutan (2,300 mts) is the capital and largest city of Bhutan. It is situated in the western central part of Bhutan and the name of the surrounding valley is dzongkhag, the Thimphu District. The city became the capital of Bhutan in 1961. As of 2005 it had a population of 79,185, with 98,676 people living in the entire Thimphu district.The city is spread out longitudinally in a north-south direction on the west bank of the valley formed by the Wang Chuu, also known as the Thimphu Chuu River. Unusually for a capital city, Thimphu is not served by an airport, but relies on the airport at Paro, connected by road some 54 kilometres (34 mi) away. 7. Sana'a, Yemen Sana'a 7. Sa
Which former 'Shamelss' actor provided the voice for 'Gnomeo' in the 2011 film 'Gnomeo and Juliet'?	James McAvoy \| FilmNav James McAvoy Interview: James Andrew McAvoy (born 21 April 1979(1979-04-21))[1] is a Scottish stage and screen actor. His best-known work includes the films The Last King of Scotland and Atonement, both of which earned him BAFTA Award nominations, the 2008 action film Wanted and the TV series Shameless. McAvoy has won the BAFTA Rising Star Award and a BAFTA Scotland award. He has also been nominated for an ALFS Award, a European Film Award, and a Golden Globe award. He recently played the role of Professor X/Charles Xavier in X-Men: First Class. Early life McAvoy was born in Port Glasgow, Scotland, the son of Elizabeth (née Johnstone), a psychiatric nurse, and James McAvoy, a builder.[2] He was brought up as a Roman Catholic.[3] McAvoy’s parents divorced when he was seven, and he subsequently lived with his maternal grandparents, Mary and James Johnstone, in the Drumchapel area of Glasgow.[4] His mother lived with them intermittently, but McAvoy has not been in contact with his father since childhood.[5] McAvoy attended St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary in Jordanhill, Glasgow, a Catholic school, and briefly considered joining the Catholic priesthood.[6] During his education, he worked at a local bakery.[7][8] He was a member of PACE Youth Theatre before he eventually graduated from the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in 2000. His sister, Joy McAvoy, is a singer and actress.[9] Career McAvoy’s first roles were in David Hayman’s The Near Room in 1995 and then as Anthony Balfour in Pat Barker’s Regeneration in 1997. He received his first big break with a role in the Steven Spielberg-produced miniseries Band of Brothers. His first international starring role was as Leto Atreides II in the 2003 Sci Fi Channel miniseries Frank Herbert’s Children of Dune (adapted from Frank Herbert’s novels). The same year he also appeared in several episodes of the BBC sitcom Early Doors and co-starred in Paul Abbott’s acclaimed thriller serial State of Play. In 2004, he starred as Steve McBride in another Abbott-written drama series, Shameless on Channel 4, for which he was nominated for the British Comedy Award for Best TV Newcomer. He also appeared in two other productions: Wimbledon as Paul Bettany’s obnoxious brother, Carl Colt; and he played disabled character Rory O’Shea in the Irish film Inside I’m Dancing. In 2005, he starred in three productions: he played Ben in the Royal Court Theatre’s production Breathing Corpses and an adaptation of Macbeth in the four-part BBC production ShakespeaRe-told; he also portrayed Mr. Tumnus, the Faun, in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, and Max/Johnny-2008 in Penelope. In 2006, McAvoy starred alongside Forest Whitaker as Dr. Garrigan in The Last King of Scotland. The film is an adaptation of Giles Foden’s novel of the same name and gives a fictionalized account of the regime of the brutal Ugandan dictator Idi Amin during the 1970s, as seen by his (fictional) personal physician and adviser. The character of Garrigan is a composite of several men who were close to Amin, most notably Englishman Bob Astles, who was a top adviser to Amin during his regime and became known in Uganda as “The White Rat”.[10] McAvoy at the 2010 Toronto International Film Festival That same year, McAvoy took the lead role in Starter for 10. The film, which was adapted from the novel Starter for Ten by David Nicholls, follows the exploits of the nerdy Brian Jackson as he navigates his first year at Bristol University during the mid-1980s. McAvoy won the new Mary Selway/Orange Rising Star Award at the 2006 BAFTA Awards for his role. He also completed filming of Penelope in 2006, but due to distribution problems the film was not put in wide release until 2008.[11] In 2007 McAvoy appeared in two critically acclaimed films: Becoming Jane, a fictional romance inspired by the life of Jane Austen, alongside Anne Hathaway, and Atonement, an adaptation of Ian McEwan’s award-winning 2001 novel. McAvoy was nominated for a Golden Globe for his role in Atonement. During this time he workshopped scen
Who was the last veteran of the American Civil War to be elected President of the USA?	Military Roots: Presidents who were Veterans - Veterans Health Administration Veterans Health Administration VA » Veterans Health Administration » Military Roots: Presidents who were Veterans Veterans Health Administration Tweet George Washington marshaled an out-numbered, ill-trained army to victory over the British by learning the importance of simply keeping his army intact and winning an occasional victory to rally public support. William Henry Harrison was a soldier, farmer, and outdoorsman; but his term as President would end prematurely. He caught a cold after giving a two hour inaugural address without a coat or hat and would die in office just three weeks later. Ulysses S. Grant attended West Point against his will and graduated in the middle of his class with no intention of pursuing a military career; he wanted to become a professor of mathematics. On D-Day, 1944, Dwight Eisenhower was Supreme Commander of the troops invading France. Presidents who Served in the Military George Washington: Revolutionary War (Continental Army) James Monroe: Revolutionary War (Continental Army) Andrew Jackson: War of 1812 (Army) William Henry Harrison: Indian campaigns (Army) John Tyler: War of 1812 (Army) Zachary Taylor: War of 1812, Black Hawk War, Second Seminole War, Mexican-American War (Army) Franklin Pierce: Mexican War (Army) Abraham Lincoln: Black Hawk War (Indian Wars) (Army) Andrew Johnson: Civil War (Army) Ulysses S. Grant: Mexican War and Civil War (Army) Rutherford B. Hayes: Civil War (Army) James A. Garfield: Civil War (Army) Chester A. Arthur: Civil War (Army) Benjamin Harrison: Civil War (Army) William McKinley: Civil War (Army) Theodore Roosevelt: Spanish American War (Army) Harry Truman: World War I (Army) Dwight Eisenhower: World War I and World War II (Army) John F. Kennedy: World War II (Navy) Lyndon B. Johnson: World War II (Navy) Richard Nixon: World War II (Navy) Gerald Ford: World War II (Navy) Jimmy Carter: Cold War era (Navy) Ronald Reagan: World War II (Air Force) George H.W. Bush: World War II (Navy) George W. Bush: Vietnam War era (Air Force Reserve) For some Presidents of the United States, the title “Commander-in-Chief” was their first association with the military, but a majority of our country’s leaders came to office as Veterans. The first President of the United States, George Washington, set an important precedent by entering the Presidency as a civilian, rather than as a commanding general with military forces at his disposal. Washington voluntarily resigned his commission as commander of the Continental Army in December 1783 before re-entering public service four years later. He presided over the Constitutional Convention in 1787 and became the only President in American history to receive a vote from every elector. Partisanship soon became the norm in American politics, but the value of military service remained an important quality that citizens sought in their President. Twenty-six of our 44 Presidents served in the military. The prevalence of Presidential Veterans often corresponded with America’s military engagements and generals’ success on the battlefield. Until World War II, a majority of our Presidents had served in the Army; since then, most served in the Navy. Post-Revolutionary War America marked an era of constant conflict – skirmishes with Native Americans, land disputes with the Spanish and French, another war with Great Britain – and the military offered an opportunity for a bright, aspiring man to make a name for himself. Our ninth President, William Henry Harrison, embarked on his military career at age 18, enlisting 80 men off the streets of Philadelphia to serve in the Northwest Territory. Harrison quickly rose through the ranks and distinguished himself in battle during the Indian campaigns in what is now the Midwest. The strategies and outcomes of Harrison’s battles were mixed, but relentless force won out and he became the talk of the nation. Civil War Veteran Ulysses S. Grant also gained national acclaim for his military service. Grant was a West Point graduate who
Which American state shares borders with Mississippi, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas?	Arkansas State Boundaries - Encyclopedia of Arkansas Home / Browse / Arkansas State Boundaries Arkansas State Boundaries Arkansas’s boundaries have been the subject of international treaties, treaties with Native American tribes , acts of Congress, and a multitude of decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court. Generally, Arkansas is bordered on the north by Missouri; on the east by Tennessee and Mississippi; on the south by Louisiana; and on the west by Texas and Oklahoma, but that is not entirely correct. Arkansas is also bordered on the east by Missouri and the south by Texas, but parts of the state are also north of Missouri, east of Mississippi, north of Oklahoma and west of Texas. Tennessee-Mississippi Boundary As early as the Treaty of Paris of 1763 ending the French and Indian War, the middle of the Mississippi River was established as a boundary between European colonial powers. Arkansas’s first boundary was established after U.S. independence from England when the October 27, 1795, Treaty of Friendship Limits and Navigation between the United States and Spain established the boundary separating Spanish Louisiana, including what would become Arkansas, and the United States as the “middle of the channel or bed of the Mississippi River.” Later, when Congress established Arkansas Territory in 1819, it began the description of the territory “on” the Mississippi River. The Mississippi River has never been static as the eastern boundary of Arkansas. With each flood and earthquake, the boundary changes, sometimes radically. A legal principle known as avulsion holds that when a sudden change takes land from one side of the river and places it on the other, the adjoining state does not gain land. The current map of Arkansas, therefore, reflects dozens of areas of Arkansas that are now east of the Mississippi River and are accessible by land only from Tennessee or Mississippi. Because of changes in the Mississippi River, Congress authorized Arkansas and Tennessee in 1909 to settle the boundary by agreement. But it still changes, and at least nine Supreme Court decisions have settled controversies relating to Arkansas’s eastern boundary. Except for parcels lying in other states, the eastern boundary now is the middle of the main channel of the Mississippi—the boundary established in 1836, when Arkansas was admitted into the Union. Louisiana Boundary Arkansas’s second boundary was also established before it became a state, when the Louisiana Purchase was divided in 1804 into the District of Orleans and the District of Louisiana. As a result, Arkansas’s southern boundary was established at latitude thirty-three degrees north. Orleans, south of the line, later became the state of Louisiana, and the southern part of the District of Louisiana (later known as the Louisiana Territory) became Arkansas. Missouri Boundary The first step in creating Arkansas’s north boundary occurred in 1813, when, as part of the Missouri Territory (formerly the Louisiana Territory, renamed in 1812), the territorial legislature of Missouri created Arkansas County for all the land between Louisiana and approximately thirty-six degrees north latitude, comprising all but a few northern counties of present-day Arkansas. Four years later, Missouri Territory residents began petitioning Congress for statehood and described the southern boundary of its proposed state as latitude thirty-six degrees, thirty minutes north. “The southern limit [of Missouri] will be an extension of the line that divides Virginia and North Carolina, Tennessee and Kentucky. …A front of three and a half degrees up on the Mississippi will be left to the South to form the territory of Arkansas, with the River Arkansas traversing its centre,” Missouri’s petitioners said. Their plan was to make room for three states (Arkansas, Missouri and Iowa), each having equal land fronting on the Mississippi River. But what happened next is shrouded in mystery, confusion, and conflicting stories. The proposal for Missouri statehood would have left in Arkansas the area now known as the Missouri bootheel . J
Who was the last veteran of the American War of Independence to be elected President of the USA?	Can you name the Presidents who were Veterans? - Veterans Health Administration Veterans Health Administration VA » Veterans Health Administration » Can you name the Presidents who were Veterans? Veterans Health Administration Presidents who Served in the Military George Washington: Revolutionary War (Continental Army) James Monroe: Revolutionary War (Continental Army) Andrew Jackson: War of 1812 (Army) William Henry Harrison: Indian campaigns (Army) John Tyler: War of 1812 (Army) Zachary Taylor: War of 1812, Black Hawk War, Second Seminole War, Mexican-American War (Army) Franklin Pierce: Mexican War (Army) Abraham Lincoln: Black Hawk War (Indian Wars) (Army) Andrew Johnson: Civil War (Army) Ulysses S. Grant: Mexican War and Civil War (Army) Rutherford B. Hayes: Civil War (Army) James A. Garfield: Civil War (Army) Chester A. Arthur: Civil War (Army) Benjamin Harrison: Civil War (Army) William McKinley: Civil War (Army) Theodore Roosevelt: Spanish American War (Army) Harry Truman: World War I (Army) Dwight Eisenhower: World War I and World War II (Army) John F. Kennedy: World War II (Navy) Lyndon B. Johnson: World War II (Navy) Richard Nixon: World War II (Navy) Gerald Ford: World War II (Navy) Jimmy Carter: Cold War era (Navy) Ronald Reagan: World War II (Air Force) George H.W. Bush: World War II (Navy) George W. Bush: Vietnam War era (Air Force Reserve) A majority of America’s presidents came to office as Veterans. The first President of the United States, George Washington, set an important precedent by entering the Presidency as a civilian, rather than as a commanding general with military forces at his disposal. Washington voluntarily resigned his commission as commander of the Continental Army in December 1783 before re-entering public service four years later. He presided over the Constitutional Convention in 1787 and became the only president in American history to receive a vote from every elector. Twenty-six of our 44 Presidents served in the military. Presidential Veterans often coincided with America’s military engagements. Until World War II, a majority of our presidents had served in the Army. Since then, most have served in the Navy. Post-Revolutionary War America marked an era of constant conflict — skirmishes with native Americans, land disputes with the Spanish and French, another war with Great Britain — and the military offered an opportunity for a bright, aspiring man to make a name for himself. Our ninth President, William Henry Harrison, embarked on his military career at age 18, enlisting 80 men off the streets of Philadelphia to serve in the Northwest Territory. Harrison quickly rose through the ranks and distinguished himself in battle during the Indian campaigns in what is now the Midwest. Civil War Veteran Ulysses S. Grant also gained national acclaim for his military service. Grant was a West Point graduate who fought in the Mexican War, but it was his calm, steely command of Union troops during the Civil War that earned Lincoln’s confidence. The Civil War produced seven Veteran presidents in the postwar period, all of them having served in the Union Army. The First and Second World Wars ushered in another series of Veteran Presidents, starting with Harry Truman and West Point graduate General Dwight Eisenhower. Both men exemplified the strengths of military training by proving themselves to be diplomatic, dynamic leaders in an unstable world. The Truman Doctrine, pledging American support for “free peoples” around the world, followed by Eisenhower’s enforcement of desegregation in U.S. schools, shaped America’s foreign and domestic policies. The nation’s most recent Veteran President was George W. Bush, who served with the Texas Air National Guard. Bush presided over the most dramatic reorganization of the federal government since the beginning of the Cold War, reforming the intelligence community and establishing new institutions like the Department of Homeland Security in response to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The evolution of warfare has introduced many new tactical and
In which African country would you find the holiday destination of Sousse?	is tunisia a good holiday destination? - Tunisia Message Board - TripAdvisor is tunisia a good holiday destination? Which Tunisia hotels are on sale? dd/mm/yyyy dd/mm/yyyy is tunisia a good holiday destination? 14 October 2006, 23:44 i have booked flights for next august as i have never visited. But now am having grave doubts about it. So far all ive read is that the people try to rip you off , most of the hotels are naff, and now im also concerned as we will be taking 2 17 yr old girls with us who were hoping to be able to go off on their own. Can anyone put my mind at rest before i try to change my flights !! Report inappropriate content Travellers interested in this topic also viewed... Show Prices 1. Re: is tunisia a good holiday destination? 16 October 2006, 10:18 One good advice dont go with your girls to Tunis ( dont go anywhere in nord africa with your girls) i have seen enough few years ago. Read the reviews Report inappropriate content 2. Re: is tunisia a good holiday destination? 20 October 2006, 09:02 Hi. I read the reply u got on ur question and i would like to relativate a bit what was said. I am Austrian and living in Tunisia since 13 years ... i was working several years as tour guide for european tour operators and since 6 years i am running a travel agency in the south of the country - so i know what i am talking about. here like anywhere else u find good people and bad ones. Concerning security - Tunisia is far more secure than most of the big european cities and real violence happens only very rarely. What is true is that many european women really do "misbehave" when they come here and enjoy - beside sea and sun - also the "experience of tunisian men" ... unfortunately, due to poverty and unemployement problems, tunisia has become one of those "special destinations" for frustrated and often elderly european women - which resulted in a very bad image many tunisians have about european women in general. With respectful behaviour, like wearing decent cloths during excursions and walks in town centers, u can contribute a lot to a positiv contact with the local population. I am even organising special trips for women only and i never had a problem whatsoever ... cause i inform my guests about the do's and dont's and therefor avoid cultural misunderstandings. Plus most of our guest are willing to respect the peoples culture, contrary to many of the tourists coming here today. If u like - have a look at our homepage www.nasira.com and go to Guest comments ... u will see, that it is very possible to have a great holiday in Tunisia. Concerning the "rip off" - thats one of the negativ side effects of mass tourism and can be observed anywhere ... even in the austrian alps for example ... the REAL mentality of north african people is hospitality , respect and a great sense of socialising ... they are simply more conservative in dressing and man-woman contacts ... example: its very hard to be respected if u as a woman take ur sunbath on the beach topless in a string, means naked - thing which happens quite often. And concerning the hotel quality - its simply a question of being logic. Example: People who book an All inclusiv 2 weeks stay in a 5-stars-hotel and pay something like 300 or 400 Euro flight included should not be surprised if the standard is not up to a 5-stars hotel. It simply cant be, cause quality has its price, that's a golden rule. Beside those cheap deals there are very good hotels at a reasonable means correct price - like the Hasdrubal Hotels (in Hammamet , Sousse-Port el Kantaoui and Djerba), the Hotel Odyssee Resort in Zarzis (my personal favourite), also the Miramar Hotels in Tunis, Hammamet, Skanes and Djerba. U can find those Hotels in the internet ... If u have any other questions - dont hesitate to contact me, i will be happy to help ... cause i think its very poor to condem - like the one who replied to u - the quarter of a whole continent cause of ignorance. My email is [email protected]. So, dont worry, just prepare urself with correct information and give the country a chance! :-)) On
Perhaps best known for her role in 'The Devil Wears Prada', which actress provided the voice for 'Juliet' in 'Gnomeo and Juliet'?	Emily Blunt Online Emily Blunt Online Twitter Feed Welcome to Emily Blunt Online - a comprehensive website dedicated to Golden Globe winning actress Emily Blunt who is best known for her roles in The Devil Wears Prada, Edge of Tomorrow, Into the Woods, and Young Victoria. This site is determined to bring you the most up to date information on this talented performer and her career. I hope you enjoy your visit!
In which European country was the Estado Novo Regime overthrown in 1974 after the 'Carnation Revolution'?	Carnation Revolution \| Iconic Photos Famous, Infamous and Iconic Photos Carnation Revolution with 8 comments Before 1989, there was 1974. Some thirty years after the Second World War, three of the four big Southern European countries were still living under taciturn, oppressive, fascist dictatorships, that were nominally supported by the West because they more or less shared the antagonism for communism. And in 1974-75, all of those regimes came to an end: in April 1974, a group of Portuguese officers seized power from Marcelo Caetano; three months later, the Greek regime collapsed, isolated and exhausted after a student revolt and a Turkish invasion of Cyprus, and in November 1975, after having held Spain in a gagging hold for almost forty years, Francisco Franco breathed his last. In Portugal, the repressive government had been slowly withering away since the illness of her strongman, General Antonio Salazar in the late 60s. Salazar died in 1970, leaving the country in the hands of Marcelo Caerano, and the disenchantment only grew. The country was not only succumbing to high rate of inflation (some 30%) and trade deficit, it was also fighting expensive and unwinnable colonial wars in Africa, that had claimed more than 13,000 soldiers, and the army was now unwilling to fight on. On the night of 23rd April, at 12.25 a.m. Radio Renaissance played the forbideen song ‘Grandola’, which was the signal for the rebellion. All over Portugal, the armed forces came into action. By 3 a.m. they had occupied the radio and television stations, the airports and the centre of Lisbon. For most part, the revolution was peaceful. It only claimed one student’s life, when the trapped fascists tried to kill someone before they got captured. Starting from the 25th of April, all the soldiers had a red carnation their rifles, symbolizing their non-aggression. (The choice was largely incidental. A focal meeting place of the revolutionaries was at the Lisbon flower market, which was then richly stocked with carnations because they were in season). An iconic image came out of this struggle: the above poster of a poorly-dressed child, placing a carnation in a gun barrel held by three hands – those of the army and the workers in agriculture and industry. It was quite remarkable that Western Europe’s oldest dictatorship was overthrown by junior officers. Dismantling of Salazar’s secret police and freeing of political prisoners ushered in a period of febrile activity, social protests, takeovers of factories and agricultural units, purges of institutions related to the previous regime and constant assembleas to decide everything. The Communists emerged with key positions of power, and swaths of nationalization put the country on the road to socialism.Portugal would toy with forces of authoritarianism for next few years, and would witness political instability until 1985. Outside Portugal too, the revolution had important consequences; Portugal’s new junta hastened to address the underlying problems behind the disenchantment in the country and rapidly began to withdraw from her colonies abroad. They were more concerned with the withdrawal than with creating stable transitions, leaving behind an immature revolutionary movement, FRELIMO, in power in Mozambique, and an internationalized civil war in Angola, where South Africa and Cuba confronted each other. Most importantly, the rapid collapse of the world’s oldest colonial empire deprived the apartheid South Africa of two vital buffer states and gave liberation movements from Rhodesia to Namibia moral and material boosts. The regional balance of power in Southern Africa was altered overnight.
Released in 2011, 'The Kings Of Limbs' is the eighth studio album from which British rock band?	Radiohead to release new album this Saturday \| Music \| The Guardian Radiohead Radiohead to release new album this Saturday Band make surprise announcement that eighth album, The Kings of Limbs, will be available to download in five days' time Radiohead album ... The King of Limbs will be released this Saturday. Photograph: Lucy Nicholson/Reuters Monday 14 February 2011 05.50 EST First published on Monday 14 February 2011 05.50 EST Close This article is 5 years old Radiohead have made the surprise announcement that they will release their new album this Saturday (19 February). In a message posted today on their website, the band provided fans with details of how they can purchase their eighth studio album, The King of Limbs . The release recalls the way in which their last album, In Rainbows, was delivered in 2007. Then, the band offered fans a chance to pay whatever they wanted to download the LP as part of a bold experiment . Now, the Oxford five-piece are offering "the world's first newspaper album". This comprises a CD copy of The King of Limbs and a number of collectable extras, including "two clear 10in vinyl records in a purpose-built record sleeve, many large sheets of artwork, 625 tiny pieces of artwork and a full-colour piece of oxo-degradable plastic to hold it all together". This time, however, the "honesty box" scheme of In Rainbows has been dropped and fans can expect to pay £30 for the newspaper package, available in May. A cheaper option is available – £6 for a downloadable version of the album to be made available this weekend. Little is known about the band's new material, with Radiohead drummer Phil Selway saying last September that they were working through 18 months' worth of material but the album was "up in the air". Previously, rehearsals had been described as "noisy and chaotic" by bassist Colin Greenwood, who also said they were once again working with producer Nigel Godrich. The King of Limbs will be released on Saturday 19 February 2011.
Released in 2011, 'Collapse Into Now' is the fifteenth studio album from which American rock band?	About: Collapse into Now About: Collapse into Now An Entity of Type : album , from Named Graph : http://dbpedia.org , within Data Space : dbpedia.org Collapse into Now is the fifteenth and final studio album by the American alternative rock band R.E.M., released on March 7, 2011, on Warner Bros. Produced by Jacknife Lee, who previously worked with the band on Accelerate (2008), the album was preceded by the singles, "Mine Smell Like Honey", "Überlin" and "Oh My Heart". Property abstract Collapse into Now es el decimoquinto y último álbum de estudio de la banda norteamericana de rock alternativo R.E.M. El álbum fue lanzado el 7 de marzo en Europa y un día después en Estados Unidos. La lista de canciones del álbum fue previamente revelada por la banda a través del newsletter de su club de fans en Noviembre de 2010. El sencillo "It Happened Today" fue el primero en ser lanzado, a través de iTunes. El primer sencillo en Estados Unidos fue "Mine Smell Like Honey", lanzado el 25 de enero con el correspondiente videoclip. Para Europa fue "ÜBerlin", cuya tuvo lugar el 6 de marzo. Estos tres sencillos, además de "Oh My Heart" y "Discoverer" se pudieron adquirir en edición digital desde el mes de febrero. "Oh My Heart" es, además, editado físicamente como sencillo promocional en Alemania. El lanzamiento de tal número de sencillos es algo inusual previamente a la publicación del álbum, aunque sea mayoritariamente por vía digital. El primer videoclip fue "Mine Smell Like Honey" en enero de 2011, el segundo y el tercero, para "Überlin" e "It Happened Today", respectivamente, se estrenaron en marzo del mismo año. (es) Collapse into Now est le quinzième et dernier album studio du groupe de rock américain R.E.M.. Situé entre Out of Time (1991) et Accelerate (2008), Collapse into Now retrouve des sonorités folk et rock alternatif selon les morceaux. On retrouve aussi sur une ou deux compositions, des influences de Life Rich Pageant, album datant de 1986. L'album a été enregistré et produit par Jacknife Lee, déjà crédité sur Accelerate. Ce disque, assez court (41 min), est porté par les guitares électriques ou acoustiques de Peter Buck sur lesquelles se place la voix de Michael Stipe. Depuis le départ en 1998 de Bill Berry du groupe pour raisons médicales, le volume de la batterie a été réduit. Dans cet album, la batterie est bien présente mais légèrement en retrait, un peu comme si les trois membres restant ne souhaitaient pas remplacer musicalement leur ami et batteur Bill Berry[réf. nécessaire]. Plusieurs amis et grands musiciens font une brève apparition sur certains morceaux. C'est le cas de Patti Smith et Lenny Kaye (guitariste de Patti Smith), ou d'Eddie Vedder, chanteur du groupe Pearl Jam. (fr) Collapse into Now ist das 15. und gleichzeitig letzte Studioalbum der US-amerikanischen Rockband R.E.M. Es erschien am 7. März 2011 in Europa und ist der Nachfolger des 2008 veröffentlichten Accelerate. (de) Collapse into Now è il quindicesimo ed ultimo album del gruppo musicale dei R.E.M., uscito il 7 marzo 2011 in Europa e il giorno successivo in Nord America. L'album è prodotto da Jacknife Lee e dai R.E.M., e vede la partecipazione di importanti ospiti quali Eddie Vedder, cantante e leader dei Pearl Jam, e Patti Smith. (it) Collapse into Now é o décimo quinto e último álbum de estúdio da banda de rock alternativo americana R.E.M., lançado no dia 7 de Março de 2011 na Europa e no dia seguinte lançado na América do Norte. O álbum foi produzido pela própria banda e por Jacknife Lee. A banda gravou o álbum em três diferentes cidades (Berlim, Nashville e Nova Orleães), onde também escreveram as canções. O álbum contém ainda participações de Patti Smith, Eddie Vedder (vocalista e guitarrista da banda Pearl Jam), Peaches, Lenny Kaye e Joel Gibb. (pt) Collapse into Now – piętnasty studyjny album amerykańskiej grupy rockowej R.E.M., wydany 7 marca 2011 roku przez Warner Bros. Records. (pl) Collapse into Now — пятнадцатый и последний студийный альбом американской рок-группы R.E.M., выпущенный 7 марта 2011 года в Европе и на следующий де
Which 16th century astronomer lost part of his nose in a duel as a student and had a metal replacement made which he wore for the rest of his life?	1000+ images about TYCHO BRAHE on Pinterest \| Prague, Bright stars and Classical antiquity Pinterest • The world’s catalog of ideas TYCHO BRAHE Danish astronomer catalogued hundreds of objects. Known for his work with new stars or novae which was cutting edge for his day 26 Pins931 Followers
The 'Iron Guard' was a fascist movement and political party operating in which European country during the 1930's?	10 Forgotten Fascist Movements Of The 1930s - Listverse 10 Forgotten Fascist Movements Of The 1930s Benjamin Welton August 10, 2015 Nowadays, “fascism” is mostly a misused and little understood word . In particular, it has become a byword for anything in uniform or even remotely right-of-center. But no matter how many times it is howled from megaphones or splashed across banners and signs, fascism is a political ideology that hasn’t had any real power in Europe, its birthplace, since it was summarily defeated during World War II. Sure, neo-fascist political parties still have black-shirted adherents sprinkled throughout major urban centers and on the Internet , but the likelihood of a fascist takeover is slim to nonexistent. This was not the case in the 1930s. During the decade-long economic depression that affected most of the world, fascism, along with socialism, anarchism, and communism, became popular with two kinds of people—those who saw capitalism and democracy as alien systems forced upon them by the US and Great Britain and those who were disenfranchised with the status quo and sluggish economic recovery. Fascism, no matter what form it took, whether urbane and corporatist or volkisch , combined a hostility to both capitalism and communism with personality cults, grandiose displays of paramilitary (and later military) power and prowess, and a predilection for violence. While almost all fascist groups were ardent nationalists, fascism as a whole transcended national boundaries. In some places, fascism came to dominate the entire political landscape. Fascism flourished past the 1930s in places like Italy (where Benito Mussolini oversaw the creation of the first true fascist state in history), in Germany (where the model of Italian fascism blended with racialist science, militarism, and populism in order to form an idiosyncratic belief system called national socialism), and in South America (where authoritarian dictatorships became disarmingly common during the Cold War). Elsewhere, fascist movements threatened standing governments and elections but never managed to hold onto power for any real length of time. 10 Francist Movement Historically speaking, French right-wing groups have always been some of the most active and ideologically driven. Led by intellectuals, former military men, and their own media empires, the French right during the interwar years (1919–39) was particularly powerful and posed a real challenge to French democracy. On February 6, 1934, the Third Republic was rocked by a violent right-wing demonstration that killed 15 people outside of the Chamber of Deputies in Paris. Spurred on by a financial crisis known as the Stavisky Affair , the riot was widely seen by the French left as an attempted coup d’etat. The major players in the riot were the much older and more cerebral French Action group and the militarist, veteran-heavy Cross of Fire. Alongside these groups was the Francist Movement, an anti-Semitic fascist organization bankrolled by Benito Mussolini, led by a World War I veteran named Marcel Bucard, and defended by a paramilitary organization known as the Blueshirts. While other right-wing groups in France were somewhat unique in their mannerisms and style of politics, the Francist Movement was a carbon copy of Italian fascism , right down to their use of the Roman salute, the use of the fasces as a symbol of their ideology, and their unequivocal support for Germany, Italy, and a fascist France. By 1936, the Francist Movement and other “anti-parliamentary leagues” were banned by the new left-wing Popular Front government. However, when Nazi Germany invaded France and split it between the German-occupied north and the collaborationist south, followers of the Francist Movement found themselves in power for a short time in Vichy France . 9 Austrofascists Photo credit: R-41 In spite of speaking the same language, Austria and Germany do not share the same culture, so the fact that they took different approaches to far-right ideology shouldn’t be terribly surprising. While Hitler and his follow
In David Hockney's famous painting 'Mr. and Mrs. Clark and Percy', what type of creature is 'Percy'?	'Mr and Mrs Clark and Percy', David Hockney, 1970–1 \| Tate Mr and Mrs Clark and Percy Mr and Mrs Clark and Percy 1970–1 Support: 2134 x 3048 mm frame: 2170 x 3084 x 58 mm Collection Presented by the Friends of the Tate Gallery 1971 Reference Display caption Summary This is one of a series of large double portraits which Hockney began in 1968. He had painted imaginary couples in such earlier paintings as The First Marriage (A Marriage of Styles) 1963 (Tate T00596 ). In the later paintings, the subjects are real couples who were Hockney’s friends. They are portrayed in their home environment in a style which is both realistic and highly simplified. Hockney worked from photographs and life observation, making drawings to resolve composition . Usually one character looks at the other, who looks out of the painting at the viewer, thus creating a cyclical movement of looking. Mr and Mrs Clark and Percy is unusual in that both subjects, Mr and Mrs Clark, look out at the artist and viewer from either side of a large open window which is in the centre of the painting. The viewer, who looks at the painting from a central perspective , will be at the apex of the couple’s gaze out of the painting, a third in the relationship. Percy is the name of one of the Clarks’ cats and refers to the cat sitting statue-like on Mr Clark’s knee, looking out of the window. ‘Mr and Mrs Clark’ are the dress designer Ozzie Clark and the fabric designer Celia Birtwell. Like Hockney, the two came from the north of England and met the artist in 1961 in Manchester, where Ozzie was studying at Manchester College of Art. Both men went on to study at the Royal College of Art in London. When Ozzie and Celia married in 1969, Hockney was their best man. He painted them in their flat in Notting Hill Gate, west London, an area where the artist and a number of his friends then lived. Hockney chose to paint them in their bedroom because he liked the light there. An etching from his earlier series A Rake’s Progress 1961-3 (Tate P07029 -44) is portrayed on the left side of the painting. He began to make drawings and take photographs for the painting in 1969 and began working on the canvas in the spring of 1970, completing the painting in early 1971. In 1976 he described the painting as one of two works of his to come close to naturalism (Kinley 1992), although many areas of the image have been flattened and emptied of detail. Hockney has commented that his aim in this painting was to ‘achieve ... the presence of two people in this room. All the technical problems were caused because my main aim was to paint the relationship of these two people.’ (Quoted in Kinley 1992, [p.6].) One technical problem was to paint the figures contre jour, or against the light, something he had been experimenting with in earlier pictures of single figures in interiors. As in a photograph, it was difficult to achieve a balance between the bright daylight outside the window and the relative shade indoors. Because the canvas was so big, Hockney worked on it in his studio, where he set up light conditions that approximated those in the Clarks’ bedroom. He painted the lilies, sitting in a vase on a small table in the foreground of the painting, from life at the studio. He found the nearly life-size scale of the figures difficult to realise and both Clarks posed for him many times. In the event, Hockney painted Ozzie Clark’s head as many as twelve times before he was satisfied. He is depicted lounging on a chair, his bare feet buried in the long pile of a fur rug. His pose is relaxed but his expression is watchful. Celia stands with one hand on her waist wearing a long, flowing dress and a rather wistful expression. Close to her and therefore, perhaps, associated with her are the lilies, traditionally a symbol of the Annunciation and feminine purity. Likewise, the cat on Ozzie’s lap carries symbolic resonances of the libertine and somebody who disregards rules and does as they please. Viewed in this way, Mr and Mrs Clark and Percy recalls the famous portrait of a married couple, The Arnolfini
On which fictional island was the sit-com 'Father Ted' set?	Craggy Island \| Father Ted Wiki \| Fandom powered by Wikia The fictional Craggy Island was the primary setting for the Father Ted . Description Craggy Island is ostensibly, a bleak, desolate community with no redeeming features whatsoever and where nothing ever happens, populated by various lunatics, a small Chinese community and one Māori. The weather is often harsh and just about every house and business is shoddily built. As testament to the island's enduring unpopularity, the Irish state have given the British government permission to use the island's coast for dumping nuclear waste. The island isn't mentioned on any map and is frequently used by sailors as a navigational device (because, in the words of Father Ted Crilly, the general consensus is that, if you're heading away from the island, you're heading in the right direction). Despite there rarely being any news of note, the island has its own broadsheet, called The Craggy Island Examiner . Because they never have anything worth writing about, the staff usually blow up any small event or piece of gossip into a major scandal, such as when a peeping tom's whistle was stolen. The 'story' helped make way for a full-colour pullout on whistles as a way of exploiting the bored locals' excitement (one resident even remarked that Craggy Island was becoming like [Boyz n the Hood]). However, Ted was once seen reading an edition with the alarming headline: "Crazed Murderer Still on the Loose"; it was implied in the episode that this person may be Tom, an insane man who persistently observes the coast wearing his "I Shot J.R." t-shirt, usually while sporting a gun. A bizarre fact about the island is that in poor weather conditions the roads are "taken in" and stored in a warehouse. The only remotely modern places on the island are an Internet café, a cinema, a lighthouse, an isolation tank, an aviary, a greyhound racing track, and a golf course, although the latter consists only of a small strip of concrete and a windmill. One scene in the Christmas special depicts the downtown as having multi-storey buildings and a developed commercial district with well established businesses such as McDonald's. There are also several significantly unimpressive landmarks (see below), such as "The Field". The island has a long-running feud with its almost identical counterpart, Rugged Island , which is ministered to by Ted's arch nemesis, Dick Byrne . The island apparently gets a fair amount of snowfall. Father Ted notes in Grant Unto Him Eternal Rest that it is snowing again and the snowfall depicted in the episode is considerable. He also assumes that it's snowing all over the island. Wildlife Craggy island posseses many interesting creatures, many are unique variants of their mainland counterparts. Given the harshness of life on craggy island, many are aggressive And troublesome. Giant crows: Bigger than their mainland counterparts, they also have a unique tendency to make their nests using glasses, and also sometimes hunt humans in large numbers. Ants: craggy island is apparently overrun with big, red ants. Dougal s desire to point out their return to father ted suggests that they are dangerous. Rabbits: The rabbits on craggy island are drawn to father Jack Hackett, and appear in huge swarms. Super intelligent hamsters: Father dougal Maguire had one that could ride a bike. Other, less notable forms of fauna are sheep, horse's, goats, cats, a spider in a pram, Rottweilers, typical stuff. Places of note The Holy Stone of Clonrichert The Holy Stone of Clonrichert : Formerly at Fermanagh but moved to Craggy Island (as it was not doing very good business) the holy stone is the main attraction of the island following its upgrade to a Class II Relic after someone was lured there (which Dougal and possibly the Church mistook for 'Cured'), coupled with the case of an Englishman growing a beard when he touched it. It was briefly removed following an altercation between Father Jack and a Bishop, where Jack presumebley assaulted the Bishop with the relic and lodged it into the Bishop's anus. The fi
Of what is Petrology the study?	Petrology - definition of petrology by The Free Dictionary Petrology - definition of petrology by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/petrology The branch of geology that deals with the origin, composition, structure, and alteration of rocks. pet′ro·log′ic (pĕt′rə-lŏj′ĭk), pet′ro·log′i·cal (-ĭ-kəl) adj. pet′ro·log′i·cal·ly adv. pe·trol′o·gist n. petrology (Geological Science) the study of the composition, origin, structure, and formation of rocks. Abbreviation: petrol petrologic, petrological adj the scientific study of rocks, including petrography and petrogenesis. [1805–15] pet•ro•log•ic (ˌpɛ trəˈlɒdʒ ɪk) pet`ro•log′i•cal, adj. pet`ro•log′i•cal•ly, adv. pe•trol′o•gist, n. pe·trol·o·gy The scientific study of the origin, composition, and structure of rocks. petrology the branch of geology that studies the origin, structure, composition, changing, and classification of rocks. — petrologist, n. — petrologic, petrological, adj.
Publishes posthumously in 1971, who wrote the novel 'Maurice'?	Aspects of E.M. Forster: Maurice Plot Maurice, a novel by E. M. Forster, written during 1913/14, but published posthumously in 1971, is the story of a young middle class man searching for an own identity within a society which denies his desire for love to a person of the same sex. With the plot starting just before the protagonist's 15th birthday the reader follows Maurice's life through public school, Cambridge and his deceased father's stock broking firm, Hill and Hall. Forster omits the childhood of - and by that the influences of society on - Maurice Hall. The reader only learns about his early childhood, that he and his sisters Ada and Kitty were brought up by their widowed mother. Maurice is depicted as an ordinary man. That makes it easier for him to disguise as 'normal' (i.e. heterosexual) person. Successively he experiences a profound emotional and sexual awakening. His first homosexual relation to Clive Durham at Cambridge breaks up when Clive decides to marry. Later Maurice thinks about overcoming his sexual desires but fails falling in love with Alec Scudder, the gamekeeper on Clive's country estate. The novel ends happily. Forster wrote that although the happy end was not plausible, he had not wanted to let the novel end disastrous. Maurice is a plea for emotional and sexual honesty, and it criticises the repressive attitudes of British society. Aware that the publication of that novel would cause a furore, Forster prepared it for posthumous publication adding the line 'Publishable - but worth it?' to the cover of the manuscript. Film Adaption Maurice (1987) was directed by James Ivory, adaption for film by Kit Hesketh-Harvey et al.. Cast overview: James Wilby - Maurice Hall, Rupert Graves - Alec Scudder, Hugh Grant - Clive Durham; rest of cast listed alphabetically: Kitty Aldridge - Kitty Hall, Maria Britneva - Mrs. Sheepshanks, Simon Callow - Mr. Ducie, Denholm Elliott - Doctor Barry, John Elmes - Hill, Peter Eyre - Rev. Borenius, Alan Foss - Old Man on Train, Barry Foster - Dean Cornwallis, Philip Fox - Dr. Jowitt, Patrick Godfrey (I) - Simcox, Olwen Griffiths - Mrs. Scudder, Chris Hunter (I) - Fred Scudder, Michael Jenn - Archie, Ben Kingsley - Lasker-Jones, Breffni McKenna - Guardsman, Helena Michell - Ada Hall, Phoebe Nicholls - Anne Durham, Judy Parfitt - Mrs. Durham, Mark Payton - Chapman, Catherine Rabett - Pippa Durham, Miles Richardson - Third Undergraduate, Phillada Sewell - Matron, Matthew Sim - Featherstonhaugh, Andrew St. Clair - Second Undergraduate, Mark Tandy - Risley, Harriet Thorpe - Barmaid, Julian Wadham - Hull, Richard Warner (I) - Judge, Orlando Wells - Young Maurice, Billie Whitelaw - Mrs. Hall, Alan Whybrow - Mr. Scudder, ....; runtime: 140 min.; country: UK; language: English; colour: colour (Technicolor); sound: Dolby; certification: Finland:K-16, France:U, Hong Kong:III, Sweden:11, UK:15, USA:R. Resources On-line material
In the novel by EM Forster, in which Italian city was there 'A Room With A View'?	A Room with a View An Interpretation of E. M. Forster's A Room with a View by Rob Doll © 2002-2011 At the beginning of A Room with a View, when he overhears Lucy Honeychurch and Miss Bartlett complaining that they did not get the rooms with views they had been promised in the Pension Bertolini, another guest interrupts, saying, "I have a view, I have a view. . . . This is my son . . . his name's George. He has a view , too." Mr. Emerson is speaking of their views of the river, but the Forsterian text has a double meaning. The Emersons' view has to do with more than the quality of their accommodations; they have what for Forster is a superior view of life. This philosophical view which the Emersons offer and which Lucy eventually accepts, is implied in the literal view that the Emersons relinquish with their room: It was pleasant . . . to lean out into sunshine with beautiful hills and trees and marble churches opposite, and, close below, Arno, gurgling against the embankment of the road. Over the river men were at work. . . . Platforms were overflowing with Italians. . . . Then soldiers appeared . . . Beside them walked officers . . . and before them went little boys. The literal view, then, is of monuments and scenery and of the Italian people who live amidst these things under the Italian sun. The average middle-class English person who looks out this window appreciates the scenery and disdains the people. Only the unconventional Mr. Emerson treats the Italians equally as human beings and sees that they possess the unencumbered emotion, the lack of which makes the English incomplete. In Chapter Five, "Possibilities of a Pleasant Outing," Mr. Eager, the resident English chaplain, praises a view that select Bertolini tourists could see from the hills on the way to Fiesole--a "view that Alessio Baldovinetti is fond of introducing into his pictures." Mr. Eager's connections with the English residential colony also allow the possibility of having tea at a Renaissance villa with one of those Englishmen who, "living in delicate seclusion, . . . read, wrote, studied, and exchanged ideas, thus attaining to that intimate knowledge, or rather perception, of Florence which is denied to all who carry in their pockets the coupons of Cook." Of course, these people do not have an "intimate" perception of Italy at all; for they, like the inferior tourists of the Bertolini, see only a part of what Italy is; their "delicate seclusion" keeps them from the hearty reality of the Italian people. Mr. Eager, commenting on the murder the previous day in the Piazza Signoria, reveals his affinity with these privileged ones: This very square--so I am told--witnessed yesterday the most sordid of tragedies. To one who loves the Florence of Dante and Savonarola there is something portentous in such desecration--portentous and humiliating. The irony is obvious. The Italy of Dante and Savonarola was full of passion and murder; the very spirit that engendered Renaissance high culture produced violence like that Mr. Eager deplores. In the novel Italy represents the proper balance between intellect and emotion, between culture and simple humanity. This balance was presented in Where Angels Fear to Tread in the scene at the opera. At one point in A Room with a View Mr. Emerson says that love is "not the body, but of the body." Equally, its culture is not Italy, but of Italy. This is the broader view that Mr. Emerson has and that Lucy eventually acquires. Both of them appreciate the art and the scenery of Italy, but they also love the people and share their emotional life. In Chapter Six t
Which animal is the subject of Edwin Landseer's famous painting 'Monarch Of The Glen'?	The Monarch of the Glen – the most famous animal portrait ever? \| A natural history of Britain A natural history of Britain lucy Leave a comment A red deer stag stands with its powerful neck raised, antlers filling the sky. In the background mists swirl over the Scottish Highlands. The Monarch of the Glen was painted in 1851 by Sir Edwin Landseer, a star in his own time. Animals were his speciality, both in painting and sculpture – the lions at the base of Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar square are his. Emotive portraits of animals went down very well with the Victorian public, crossing the class divide. Queen Victoria had Landseer paint her pets, while the middle classes bought prints of his work to hang at home. New colour printing technology meant that paintings could enter mass consciousness on a scale never known before, making fashionable artists like Landseer very wealthy in the process. In newly industrialised Britain, their images were also snapped up for advertising. The Monarch of the Glen never did get to hang in the refreshment rooms of the House of Lords, for which it was originally commissioned, because the House of Commons refused to pay. But although the painting was bought privately, it has rarely been out of the public eye. A century of advertising whiskey has fuelled its fame: the John Dewar and Son distillery aquired it to give whiskey a more upmarket image and today it serves as the logo of the Glenfiddich distillery. The image continues to crop up in other settings, such as the much debated “Stag Scene” in Stephen Frears’ film, The Queen. Making an overt reference to The Monarch in the Glen, Fears uses the stag to symbolise the pressurised Queen, who is moved to tears by the apparition of the wild animal. Its the only time in the film she lets the strain show. Frear observes . . . in Scotland, they cull the stags to keep the numbers down. The ones they go for first are the older ones. Now, if you’ve got 14 points, as the stag in the film does, you are older; in other words, a deer with that number of points is an old deer and should have been killed. Note: in Landseer’s painting the stag is a 12-pointer.
In which US city do the Baseball team known as the 'Pirates' play their home games?	News \| MLB.com News Versatile middle relievers should improve 'pen Huntington: Multiple-inning guys will help 'protect' young rotation Juan Nicasio fans five 0:45 Juan Nicasio tosses three scoreless innings, striking out five Brewers and allowing just one hit By Adam Berry / MLB.com \| @adamdberry \| + 0 COMMENTS PITTSBURGH -- Last year, the Pirates sought to build a bullpen that would "protect" their rotation, gathering a handful of long relievers behind the back-end trio of Mark Melancon , Tony Watson and Neftali Feliz . The plan was solid in theory but flawed in execution. "It just didn't work very well," general manager Neal Huntington said recently. Adam Berry has covered the Pirates for MLB.com since 2015. Follow him on Twitter and Facebook , read his blog and listen to his podcast . This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs. Share This
SWAPO was the name of the guerrilla army that fought for independence for which African country?	South West Africa People’s Organisation (SWAPO) \| South African History Online South African History Online Home » South West Africa People’s Organisation (SWAPO) South West Africa People’s Organisation (SWAPO) Related articles Interview with Oliver Tambo by Mayibuye,1 September 1981 SWAPO flag The South West African People's Organisation (SWAPO) was founded in Windhoek, South West Africa (presently Namibia) on 19 April 1960 by Herman Toivo ja Toivo. The party was originally formed to advocated immediate Namibian independence from South Africa and became the country’s leading party following independence in 1990. The SWA territory was entrusted by the League of Nations to South Africa under an administrative mandate after the First World War. After the Second World War, South Africa extended its apartheid policies to this territory and became a military occupier. After South Africa refused a United Nations order to withdraw from the trust territory in 1966, SWAPO turned to armed struggle. SWAPO emerged as the sole liberation movement in the early 1960s because it had the support of the Ovambo, the largest ethnic group in Namibia. More a military organisation than a political one, SWAPO launched military operations against the South African government’s military positions. On 26 August 1966 the first major clash of the conflict took place, when a unit of the South African Police, supported by South African Air Force, exchanged fire with SWAPO forces. This date is generally regarded as the start of what became known in South Africa as the Border War. Initially SWAPO suffered heavy losses against the South African Army but later SWAPO was backed by the Angolan ruling party, Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola, the Soviet Union, the Norwegian government and the African National Congress. SWAPO used Angola as a base for guerrilla warfare on Namibian soil; operations were carried out by SWAPO’s guerrilla force, the People’s Liberation Army of Namibia (PLAN). Beginning in 1978 South Africa made periodic retaliatory land and air strikes into Angola. Herman Toivo ja Toivo, the founder of SWAPO, was imprisoned in South Africa for a 20-year term in 1968 but was released in 1984. Nujoma returned to Namibia in September 1989. In 1978 the UN recognized SWAPO as the sole representative of the people of Namibia. Both SWAPO and South Africa agreed to a UN plan for a cease-fire, withdrawal of South African troops, and free elections to be guaranteed by UN security forces. After years of diplomatic maneuvering, South Africa finally accepted a UN resolution to that effect in December 1988. Sporadic fighting continued. In 1989 Nujoma was elected president and SWAPO won a majority of the delegates selected by the country’s voters to write a constitution for an independent Namibia. The following year a new constitution was adopted and Nujoma took office and in the same year South Africa completely withdrew unconditionally from Namibia. SWAPO continued to dominate the political scene into the 21st century, transforming itself from a liberation movement into a governing party. SWAPO won the first and second election five years later. During its second term in office, the SWAPO dominated parliament and amended the constitution to allow their long term leader and now president of Namibia, Sam Nujoma, a third term in office. The constitutional amendment raised fears that this compromised Namibia’s democracy. The party won 75.1% of popular votes and 55 out of 78 seats in the parliamentary election held on 15 November 2004. Controversy within the movement Various groups have claimed that SWAPO committed serious human rights abuses against suspected spies during the Independence struggle (esp during the period of exile). The most serious of these was the detainee issue, which remains a divisive issue. Another issue was the Breaking the Wall of Silence (BWS), which was founded by those detainees to press the SWAPO-government on the issue of human rights abuses. SWAPO denies serious infractions and claims anything that did happen was in the na
The 1997 film 'A Thousand Acres', directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse, was a reworking of which of Shakespeare's plays?	Subverting the Bard \| Westword Subverting the Bard Or sign in with a social account: FACEBOOK GOOGLE + TWITTER YAHOO! Don't have an account yet? Sign Up › Connect. Discover. Share. Get the most out of your experience with a personalized all-access pass to everything local on events, music, restaurants, news and more. Enter your email or sign up with a social account to get started FACEBOOK TWITTER GOOGLE+ YAHOO! Don't have an account yet? Sign Up › By Andy Klein Every film adaptation of a pre-existing work has its own unique set of problems; in the case of Jocelyn Moorhouse's A Thousand Acres, the problem is compounded. Not only was Jane Smiley's 1991 novel a Pulitzer Prize-winning best-seller with a large number of (presumably) devoted fans, but the book was in turn a self-conscious reworking of King Lear--a play with a larger number of (presumably) more devoted fans. Print Article It might not be fair to directly compare either Smiley's text or Moorhouse's movie with Shakespeare--either work should be qualitatively assessed on its own, without excessive regard to "faithfulness"--but the way in which this modernization invokes Lear invites, even makes inevitable, such comparisons. That is, Smiley isn't just reusing the idea of a father whose bequest of land leads to problems with his three daughters; she retains so many specifics of Lear and so many coy references that the reader has to view the book not merely as a borrowing of selected elements but as a direct commentary on the original text. For instance, the names are coded equivalents of Shakespeare's: Lear has been changed to Larry, while Goneril, Regan and Cordelia have become Ginny, Rose and Caroline. The political alliances of the play have been reproduced as financial alliances. The storm, at least, is still a storm. Even more telling, the nature of Smiley's divergences from Shakespeare suggests a feminist--or maybe post-feminist?--re-evaluation of a tale that's a crucial part of the Western canon. She seems to be interested in reclaiming it from (let's call it) the male-controlled cultural tradition...or, at least, in suggesting an alternative reading, a different side of the same story, from the standpoint of daughters rebelling against a grotesque patriarchy rather than through the eyes of the spurned patriarch. The changes made for the film adaptation only reinforce this notion. In the movie, Jason Robards plays Larry Cook, a hardworking, well-to-do Iowa farmer who has built up the thousand-acre spread he inherited from his father and his grandfather. He has three daughters: conciliatory Ginny (Jessica Lange), the oldest, lives with her husband, Ty (Keith Carradine), down the road from Pop; sharp-tongued Rose (Michelle Pfeiffer) also lives on the grounds with husband Pete (Kevin Anderson) and two daughters; and Caroline (Jennifer Jason Leigh) is a lawyer in Des Moines. One day Larry announces that he's retiring and splitting up the farm among the three girls: Ginny is agreeable, and Rose downright enthusiastic. But Caroline, who has escaped farm life, isn't sure she's interested. Her reaction deeply offends Larry, who disowns her, both materially and emotionally. Ginny, ever the mediator, tries to reconcile them, to no avail. Ginny, Rose, Ty and Pete begin an ambitious expansion of the farm, but Larry, who immediately regrets his retirement, becomes resentful of his self-imposed impotence, sinking into drink and madness. After an ugly confrontation with his two older daughters, he teams up with Caroline to combat what he sees as his betrayal by a pair of usurpers. So far, this is, of course, quite exactly the plot of Lear. Still, the story is being narrated by Ginny. As the oldest in a motherless family, she has always been the one to smooth over conflicts. But at this point, she is knocked over by a revelation that completely changes her. (Because of the Lear parallels, this revelation--which has no correlative in the play--also shocks the audience. Had we not been led to expect a blow-by-blow updating of Shakespeare, we would have guessed it much earlier
Which 1993 film was set on the fictional island of 'Isla Nubar', 120 miles off the coast of Costa Rica?	Costa Rica \| Jurassic Park wiki \| Fandom powered by Wikia After the Isla Nublar Incident , Dr. Alan Grant , Ellie Sattler , Donald Gennaro , Tim Murphy , Lex Murphy and likely all other survivors are kept in a hotel here by the authorities until the case has been investigated. Dr. Martin "Marty" Guitierrez visits Grant in the hotel briefly. In the film, Lewis Dodgson and Dennis Nedry rendezvous in San José. It seems to be incorrectly portrayed as bordering the ocean. Puntarenas is a large city on the west coast, its harbour is one of the main ports in the country. A ship ferries between Puntarenas and Isla Nublar to deliver supplies for the Park . The modern Clínica Santa María hospital is located here. At this hospital Tina Bowman is treated by Dr. Cruz after she's attacked by a Procompsognathus . Named characters: Dr. Cruz Bahía Anasco is a fictional fisherman's village located west coast. There is a small hospital where Ed Regis brings an injured worker (maybe Jophery ) to this hospital, because San José is too far away. Named staff members: Bobbie Carter , Manuel Aragón and Elena Morales . Amaloya, also fictional. In the first novel a child of 9 day was bitten in its foot by a Procompsognathus. Puerta Sotrero (fictional), a baby is bitten by a Compy in its sleep. Puerto Cortés, fictional Vásquez (fictional), a baby is bitten by a Compy in its sleep. Areas
Which late 19th and early 20th century aesthetic movement would you associate with the architects Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Frank Lloyd-Wright and the artist William Morris?	Art Movements Art Movements :: _______________________________________ Abstract Art Abstraction can refer to two rather different ways of making paintings, sculptures, and other artistic representations. First, in its more general meaning, abstraction refers to any simplification or idealization of form. If a painter looks at an irregularly shaped pond in a landscape and decides to depict it as a perfectly curved oval, he or she has abstracted the given appearance of the pond by converting it into regular, geometric form. Second, in its more specific meaning, abstraction refers to art that has no model in nature at all for example, the art of pure geometry. An abstract artist in this sense might paint a perfect oval, without ever looking at or thinking of a pond in a landscape. Abstract Expressionism American art movement of the 1940s that emphasized form and color within a nonrepresentational framework. It emphasized spontaneous personal expression, freedom from accepted artistic values, surface qualities of paint, and the act of painting itself. Jackson Pollock initiated the revolutionary technique of splattering the paint directly on canvas to achieve the subconscious interpretation of the artist's inner vision of reality. Emerging in the 1940s in New York City and flourishing in the Fifties, Abstract Expressionism is regarded by many as the golden age of American art. The movement is marked by its use of brushstrokes and texture, the embracing of chance and the frequently massive canvases, all employed to convey powerful emotions through the glorification of the act of painting itself. Some of the key figures of the movement were Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko, Willem de Kooning, Robert Motherwell and Franz Kline. Although their works vary greatly in style, for example the sprawling pieces of Pollock at one end of the spectrum and the brooding works of Rothko at the other, yet they all share the same outlook which is one of freedom of individual expression. The term was originally used to describe the work of Kandinsky but was adopted by writers in the Fifties as a way of defining the American movement, although the practitioners, disliking being pigeonholed, preferred the term New York School . The movement was enormously successful both critically and commercially. The result was such that New York came to replace Paris as the centre for contemporary art and the repercussions of this extraordinarily influential movement can still be felt thirty years after its heyday. A Russian abstract movement founded by Tatlin, Gabo, and Antoine Pevsner, c. 1915. It focused on art for the industrial age. Tatlin believed in art with a utilitarian purpose. Artists: Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning, Franz Kline, Robert Motherwell, Arshile Gorky, Josef Hoffmann, Mark Rothko, Clyfford Still, William Baziotes, Adolph Gottlieb, Barnett Newman Art Deco A decorative and architectural style of the period 1925-1940, characterized by geometric designs, bold colors, the use of plastic and glass and by a sleek use of straight lines and slender form . [ French Art DοΏ½co from Exposition Internationale des Arts DοΏ½coratifs et Industriels Modernes a 1925 exposition in Paris , France ] An art movement involving a mix of modern decorative art styles, largely of the 1920s and 1930s, whose main characteristics were derived from various avant-garde painting styles of the early twentieth century. Art deco works exhibit aspects of Cubism, Russian Constructivism and Italian Futurism-- with abstraction, distortion, and simplification, particularly geometric shapes and highly intense colors--celebrating the rise of commerce, technology, and speed. The growing impact of the machine can be seen in repeating and overlapping images from 1925; and in the 1930s, in streamlined forms derived from the principles of aerodynamics. Outstanding American examples of Art Deco are the Chrysler Building and Radio City Music Hall in New York City . Artists such as Pablo Picasso, Fernand LοΏ½ger, and Wassily Kandinsky produced work in the style, as did designer
Bruce Dickinson, Blaze Bayley and Paul d'Anno have all been the lead singer of which rock group?	Blaze Bayley: 'A Lot Of People Hated Me For Being In Iron Maiden' - Blabbermouth.net BLAZE BAYLEY: 'A Lot Of People Hated Me For Being In IRON MAIDEN' November 17, 2014 0 Comments Former IRON MAIDEN singer Blaze Bayley says that a lot of the band's fans resented him for replacing Bruce Dickinson as MAIDEN's frontman because they unfairly blamed him for Bruce leaving the group in the first place. The 51-year-old Bayley, who was born in Birmingham, was the original frontman in WOLFSBANE, but left in 1994 to join MAIDEN, with whom he recorded two studio albums — 1995's "The X Factor" 1998's and "Virtual XI" — before Dickinson returned to the group. Speaking to Canadian rock journalist Mitch Lafon of the "One On One With Mitch Lafon" podcast ( Facebook page ), Bayley said about how he came to join IRON MAIDEN: "What happened was they held auditions, and I auditioned, alongside everybody else, and I learned the same songs everybody else learned. And I was very, very lucky that they chose me. I don't know why; my voice is so different to Bruce. But I think maybe that's why. I was somebody that was different, but perhaps could bring something to the old songs." He continued: "When we started [writing material for 'The X Factor'], [IRON MAIDEN bassist and leader] Steve Harris said to me, 'Nothing is written for the album. We all write together. The most important thing is that it's good.' Steve Harris said, 'I don't care who writes the songs, who writes the music, but it has to be great.' And that's how we started. So I was free to put forward as many ideas as I wanted, and everybody did. And, I think, six of my ideas, actually, made it to the album, and another couple of ideas were B-sides. So it went really, really well. And I'm so proud of the music that we did together." Regarding how fans reacted to hearing Bayley's voice over IRON MAIDEN's music, Blaze said: "When I joined [the band], there were a lot of people who just resented me and actually hated me for being in MAIDEN, because they blamed me for Bruce leaving, which is a classic girlfriend problem, where you blame your friend for your girlfriend leaving or whatever. But a lot of people didn't wanna listen to me." He continued: "It was a very different time for MAIDEN. The music business was changing, MP3s were coming, the hardware was starting to disappear, CD sales were down for everybody worldwide, because bits of plastic weren't selling anymore. And it was a time when a lot of old-school MAIDEN fans did not want Blaze Bayley to be the lead singer. And now twenty years on, there are a few people that saw IRON MAIDEN with me the first time. And then are some other people who never saw IRON MAIDEN with me, but are interested to see what it was about. And now people are much more open to listening to Blaze Bayley and the songs that I've done. And now my 'Silicon Messiah' album, which is the first album that I did after MAIDEN, is doing really well for me." Blaze added: "It's a real different part of IRON MAIDEN's career, because it's a time when things were going more progressive. And the kind of darkness in my voice was something very different. And some of the songs, like 'Lord Of The Flies' and 'Judgement Of Heaven' and 'Sign Of The Cross' and 'Look For The Truth', those songs really are me in a way — I really feel them — and my voice is just a part of it. And I still enjoy doing those songs now." Asked if there was panic in the IRON MAIDEN camp when the first barrage of negative reviews started pouring in, Blaze said: "There was no panic at all. It was just, 'We'll just do what we do.' That's the attitude of MAIDEN, and that's why they've, at some points in their career, been unpopular with their own fans, but their own fans have stuck by them. Because that's exactly why you do stick with IRON MAIDEN, because they do exactly what they wanna do, because they follow their instincts. It may not be what you would have chosen, but it's what they choose to do, and it made sense for them at the time. So there was no panic like that; we just kept going. And, to be honest,
Which company produced the 'Playstation' video games console?	History of Sony PlayStation History of Sony PlayStation By Mary Bellis Updated August 16, 2016. The PlayStation was the first video game console to sell over 100 million units. How did Sony Interactive Entertainment manage to score a home run on its first foray into the video game market? Sony and Nintendo The history of the PlayStation begins in 1988 when Sony and Nintendo were working together to develop the Super Disc. Nintendo was the leading in computer gaming at that time. Sony had not yet entered the home video game market but they were eager to make a move. By teaming with the market leader, they believed they had the best chance of success. The Super Disc was going to be a CD-ROM attachment that was intended to be part of Nintendo's soon to be released Super Nintendo game. However, Sony and Nintendo parted ways business-wise as Nintendo decided to use Philips as a partner instead. The Super Disc was never introduced or used by Nintendo. In 1991, Sony used a modified version of the Super Disk as part of their new game console - the Sony Playstation. Research and development for the PlayStation had begun in 1990, headed by Sony engineer, Ken Kutaragi. It was shown at the Consumer Electronics Show in June 1991 but the next day was the day that Nintendo announced they were going to use Philips instead. Kutaragi was tasked with further developing the PlayStation to beat Nintendo. Only two hundred models of the first Play Station (that could play Super Nintendo game cartridges) were manufactured by Sony. The original Playstation was designed as a multi-media and multi-purpose entertainment unit. Besides being able to play Super Nintendo games, the Play Station could play audio CDs and could read CDs with computer and video information. However, these prototypes were scrapped. Developing the PlayStation Kutaragi developed games in a 3D polygon graphics format. Not everyone at Sony approved of the PlayStation project, and it was decided to shift the project to Sony Music in 1992, which was a separate entity. They further spun off to form Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. (SCEI) in 1993. The new company attracted developers and partners including Electronic Arts and Namco, who were excited about the 3D-capable, CD-ROM based console. It was easier and cheaper to manufacture CD-ROM compared with the cartridges used by Nintendo. Release of the PlayStation In 1994, the new PlayStation X (PSX) was released that was no longer compatible with Nintendo game cartridges and only played CD-ROM based games. This was a smart move that soon made PlayStations the bestselling game console. The console was a slim, gray unit and the PSX joypad allowed far more control than the pads of the Sega Saturn competitor. It sold more than 300,000 units in the first month of sales in Japan. The PlayStation was introduced to the United States at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles in May, 1995. They presold over 100,000 units by the September US launch. Within a year they had sold almost 2 million units in the United States and over 7 million worldwide. They reached the milestone of 100 million units by the end of 2003.
The teachings of which philosopher are known as 'The Analects'?	Confucius (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy) Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy Confucius First published Wed Jul 3, 2002; substantive revision Sat Mar 23, 2013 Confucius (551?-479? BCE), according to Chinese tradition, was a thinker, political figure, educator, and founder of the Ru School of Chinese thought.[ 1 ] His teachings, preserved in the Lunyu or Analects, form the foundation of much of subsequent Chinese speculation on the education and comportment of the ideal man, how such an individual should live his life and interact with others, and the forms of society and government in which he should participate. Fung Yu-lan, one of the great 20thcentury authorities on the history of Chinese thought, compares Confucius' influence in Chinese history with that of Socrates in the West. 1. Confucius' Life The sources for Confucius' life were compiled well after his death and taken together paint contradictory pictures of his personality and of the events in his life. The early works agreed by textual authorities to be relatively reliable sources of biographical material are: the Analects, compiled by Confucius' disciples and later followers during the centuries following his death; the Zuozhuan, a narrative history composed from earlier sources sometime in the fourth century; and the Mengzi or Mencius, a compilation of the teachings of the well-known eponymous fourth century follower of Confucius' thought put together by his disciples and adherents.[ 2 ] The Confucius of the Analects appears most concerned with behaving morally even when this means enduring hardship and poverty. Mencius' Confucius is a politically motivated figure, seeking high office and departing from patrons who do not properly reward him.[ 3 ] A third Confucius is found in the pages of the Zuozhuan. This one is a heroic figure courageously facing down dangers that threaten the lord of Confucius' native state of Lu. Many of the stories found in these three sources as well as the legends surrounding Confucius at the end of the 2ndcentury were included in a biography of Confucius by the Han dynasty court historian, Sima Qian (145-c.85), in his well-known and often-quoted Records of the Grand Historian (Shiji).[ 4 ] This collection of tales opens by identifying Confucius' ancestors as members of the Royal State of Song, a genealogy Sima Qian borrows from the Zuozhuan.[ 5 ] This same account notes as well that his great grandfather, fleeing the turmoil in his native Song, had moved to Lu, somewhere near the present town of Qufu in south-eastern Shandong, where the family became impoverished. Confucius' father is usually identified as Shu He of Zhou who, according to the Zuozhuan, led Lu armies in 563 and again in 556, acting with great valor and extraordinary strength (qualities for which his son would later be known according to the same historical source). Nothing of certainty is known of his mother; she may have been a daughter of the Yan family. Confucius was born in the walled town of Zhou in the state of Lu in 552 or in 551 according to the earliest sources that preserve such information about him. If the year of his birth was 551—the date most scholars favor—then, since that year was a gengxu year according to the traditional system of cyclical designations for years, Confucius was born under the sign of the dog. This may account for why, according to Sima Qian's biography, Confucius accepted as true the observation that in his sad and forlorn appearance he resembled a “stray dog.”[ 6 ] Confucius is described, by Sima Qian and other sources, as having endured a poverty-stricken and humiliating youth and been forced, upon reaching manhood, to undertake such petty jobs as accounting and caring for livestock.[ 7 ] Sima Qian's account includes the tale of how Confucius was born in answer to his parents' prayers at a sacred hill (qiu) called Ni. Confucius' surname Kong (which means literally an utterance of thankfulness when prayers have been answered), his tabooed given name Qiu, and his social name Zhongni, all appear connected to the miracul
Which Brazilian footballer won the World Cup as a player in 1958 and 1962 and as a manager in 1970?	Pele and the 20 Greatest Brazilian Footballers of All Time \| Bleacher Report Pele and the 20 Greatest Brazilian Footballers of All Time Pele and the 20 Greatest Brazilian Footballers of All Time 1 of 21 Brazil has produced some of the most iconic players in the history of world football. From Pelé to Garrincha and Ronaldo to Kaká, the country has a back catalogue of stars that is scarcely believable. No other nation can match it. For all of Italy, Germany or Argentina's great pedigree as footballing powers, they are no equal for Brazil in terms of star power and status. Even now, there are children the planet over who know the names Zico and Socrates. They may have no idea where they played, or even who they were, but they have heard these names spoken of in hallowed terms by their elders. Brazil's teams in 1958, 1970 and 1982 are widely mentioned in the context of the greatest footballing sides of all time. World Cup winning efforts in 1994 and 2002 also packed a punch on the star radar. But, where do the individual players rank in relation to each other? Without further hesitation, let's take a look at who I personally rate as the Top 20 players in Brazil's footballing history. No. 20: Careca 2 of 21 A veteran of the 1986 and 1990 World Cups, Careca was a national champion in both Brazil and Italy in a career that took him from 1978 through to the late 1990s. Having missed the 1982 World Cup through injury, Careca's early career was marked only by domestic success. Before leaving for Italy in 1987, he would win the Brazilian championship with both Guarani and São Paulo. For the latter of those titles, in 1986, he finished as the Brasileirão's top scorer with 25 league goals and was voted Placar magazine's Player of the Year. That same year, though, he would spring to wider attention as the second top-scorer at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico, before moving to Serie A giants Napoli the following season. He would later add two more World Cup goals to his tally in 1990. At Napoli, he would form an effective partnership with Argentine superstar Diego Maradona, who would lead the club to unprecedented success. In 1989, the Partenopei would secure the only continental title in their history by winning the UEFA Cup, while the Italian Serie A title followed a year later. Following Maradona's departure from the club, Careca would later strike up a partnership with a young Gianfranco Zola, before moving on to Japan in 1993. He would spend three years there with Kashiwa Reysol, before returning to Brazil with Santos in 1997. No. 19: Heleno De Freitas 3 of 21 Heleno de Freitas is as famous in Brazil for his off-pitch antics as he is for his performances on it. However, when it comes to his on-pitch performance, there are few who could claim to be his equal. The biggest idol in the pre-Garrincha history of Botafogo , Heleno scored 209 goals in 235 matches for the Carioca giants between 1940 and 1948. It was at this point in his career that he was selected to play at international level, starring at the 1945 South American championship, where he scored six goals. He would end his international career with 19 goals in just 18 games. In 1948, in what was the biggest transfer in the history of South American football, he moved to Argentine giants Boca Juniors . However, his time at the club would last just one year. At 30, he would achieve state championship success with Vasco da Gama upon his return to Brazil, but failed to hold down a spell of any notable duration at any of his remaining clubs. The tall, elegant striker's career was on a downward spiral as personal issues began to take full effect. From early in his career, he had endured problems with drug addiction, while his famed love of women ultimately led to his demise. Heleno died in 1959, aged 39, having spent his final years in a hospice after contracting syphilis, which led to madness. Sadly, he was denied the chance to represent his country at a World Cup due to the competition's absence during the Second World War. No. 18: Clodoaldo 4 of 21 A World Cup winner in 1970, Clodo
Which pop group, that had hits in the 1990's with 'Glory Box' and 'All Mine', are named after a small town in Somerset?	Where are they Now? - A-Z of Bristol bands - Songwriters -… \| Flickr Paul Townsend By: Paul Townsend Where are they Now? - A-Z of Bristol bands - Songwriters - Musicians image above: Black Roots were a roots reggae band from the St. Paul's area of Bristol, England formed in 1979. They released several albums before splitting up in 1990. A The Agents: Post Punk band (1980–1983). In 1981 they released in Germany the single and album called ‘Everybody’s Gonna Be Happy’. They split up in 1983, with members Richard Snow, Dave and Steve Libby going on to form Force Majeure. Rodney Allen: Guitarist and songwriter. Released the Happysad LP on The Subway Organization in 1987, and after a brief spell in The Chesterfields joined The Blue Aeroplanes. Allflaws: Electronic, Industrial and Trip Hop group (2004–present). Created by producer, vocalist and songwriter Gabriel Curran. Apartment: Post Punk band (1979–1980) formed by Alan Griffiths released double A-sided single 'The Car'/'Winter' in 1980 on Heartbeat Records also featured on the 1979 Bristol compilation album 'Avon Calling' Art Objects: New Wave “Art band” (1978–1981). Fronted by Bristol Beat Poet Gerard Langley, brother John Langley on drums, dancer Wojtek Dmochowski (all later of The Blue Aeroplanes), plus bassist Bill Stair and guitarists/brothers Jonjo and Robin Key (both simultaneously in the band Various Artists) They released 2 singles, and the album ‘Bagpipe Music’ on local label Heartbeat Records. Aspects: Hip Hop group (1996–present). The outfit's core members are emcees El Eye and Mantis, producer Specify and beatbox Monkey Moo. B Geoff Barrow: Producer, songwriter and instrumentalist (b.1971). Founder member of Portishead. In 1991, he assisted on the recording of Massive Attack's breakthrough album Blue Lines. Acker Bilk: Clarinetist and songwriter (b.1929). Best known for his 1961 UK hit single, "Stranger on the Shore", which also became the first British recording to reach #1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 in 1962. Black Roots - See photo above: A roots reggae band from the St. Paul's area of Bristol, formed in 1979. Their first (self-titled) album was released on their own Nubian label, and the band was commissioned by the BBC to write and record the theme song to the sitcom The Front Line. They released several other albums before they stopped touring in 1990 and officially disbanded in 1995. The Blue Aeroplanes: Art rock guitar band (1983–present). Formed out of the ashes of Art Objects, over it’s lifetime the band has had a fluid membership, with the 2 constants being Gerard Langley as “singer” and Wojtek Dmochowski (dancer). The group have produced numerous albums/singles (some re-released with different/additional tracks), including a version of The Boy in the Bubble by Paul Simon. The Blue Side of Midnight: Rock band formed 1982. Beki Bondage: Rebecca Louise Bond, singer and musician (b.1963). Came to prominence as a member of Bristol Punk Band Vice Squad. In a St George's Day (23 April 2006) speech, for the Campaign to Celebrate our English Heritage, controversial journalist Garry Bushell cited Bondage as "a jewel in the crown of England's glory." Chris Bostock: Bassist, songwriter and producer (b.1962). Member of The Stingrays, The X-Certs, Subway Sect, JoBoxers and played with Dave Stewart and The Spiritual Cowboys. The Bohana Mouse Band: Jazz Funk band with Paul Owen (Vocals), Martin Tutton (Guitar), Paul Onslow-Carey (Drums), and Jon Fifield (Percussion). They were the first release on Circus Records with their 12" single 'F', in 1981. Pete Brandt’s Method: Large jazz-funk band led by Pete Brandt. Their only single, ‘What You Are/ Positive Thinking’ was released on Fried Egg Records in 1980. Pete Brandt is now producing melodic acoustic folk. Breakbeat Era: Short-lived British project, that combined the breakbeat talent of drum and bass producers, Roni Size and DJ Die, with the vocals of singer Leonie Laws. The Brilliant Corners: Indie band that encompassed a variety of musical styles over its lifetime (1983–1993).
What is the name of NASA's robotic rover that landed on Mars this month?	Rockstar Robots: NASA's Curiosity Mars Rover \| Make: LiveJournal x NASA’s Curiosity rover was sent to Mars to analyze everything from soil samples to background radiation, as well as taking a handful of selfies. Watch for our robot themed posts during May in honor of Make: Vol 45: Robots and don’t forget to subscribe to Make: magazine. Rockstar Robots make up the cream of the crop in the world of robotics. These are the bots that will turn heads with just their name being uttered. Even those who don’t stay on top of who’s making what should recognize a famous robot or two when they see it. For the month of May, to celebrate the latest Make: issue on robotics, we’re going to be sharing many robot celebrities so you can know who is who the next time you’re at a robot gathering. If there is one robot that stands above the rest with celebrity status, it’s NASA’s Curiosity rover. Why? Not many others have traveled to other worlds, much less ‘off planet.’ The great thing about Curiosity is that it’s action-packed with sensors that collect an incredible amount of info, which include REMS (environmental pressure, humidity, temps, etc.), APXS (Alpha Particle X-ray Spectrometer) and SAM (analyzes organic material and gases) as well as a host of others. Launched back in November of 2011, the rover landed in Gale Crater on Mars after a short hop of only 350,000,000 miles. The goals set out by NASA for Curiosity were to investigate whether Mars harbors water or microbial life, as well as collecting studies indicative of future manned exploration. What’s astounding, however, is that scientists recently announced that soil samples collected by Curiosity contain liquid brine or incredibly salty water. NASA’s Curiosity rover is outfitted with an incredible array of sensors and cameras needed for collecting data as well as navigation. In a recent paper published by Nature , the scientists analyzed Martian soil samples and found it to contain calcium perchlorate, which absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. This in turn creates a salty brine that remains a liquid even when the temperature dips below the freezing point of water. While this doesn’t necessarily mean there are vast oceans of water underneath the surface of Mars, it’s still pretty remarkable, making Curiosity one of the more notable celebrities. Advertisement
'Princess Odette' is the central character in which of Tchaikovsky's ballet's?	Learn and talk about Princess Odette (Swan Lake), 1876 compositions, 1877 ballet premieres, Ballets by Lev Ivanov, Ballets by Marius Petipa Swan Lake#Odette From a merge : This is a redirect from a page that was merged into another page. This redirect was kept in order to preserve this page's edit history after its content was merged into the target page's content. Please do not remove the tag that generates this text (unless the need to recreate content on this page has been demonstrated) nor delete this page. For redirects with substantive page histories that did not result from page merges use {{ R with history }} instead. From a fictional character : This is a redirect from a fictional character to a related fictional work or list of characters. The destination may be an article about a related fictional work that mentions this character, a subsection or a standalone list of characters. For redirects named for fictional places use {{ R from fictional place }}, and for those named for fictional elements (objects or concepts) use {{ R from fictional element }}. To a section : This is a redirect from a topic that does not have its own page to a section of a page on the subject.
Which Rogers & Hammerstein musical is based on two short stories by the American author James Michener?	Tales of the South Pacific by James Michener, First Edition - AbeBooks Tales of the South Pacific by James Michener, First Edition You Searched For: Results (1 - 30) of 121 1 ISBN 10: 0449238520 ISBN 13: 9780449238523 Used Softcover First Edition Destination, Rates & Speeds Item Description: Fawcett, New York, 1982. Book Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: With No Dust-jacket As Issued. First Edition, First Printing. In Wraps; Covers are lightly soiled and front cover has a scuff near upper edge; rear cover has a light scratch that doesn't break the paper; corners are lightly rubbed but remain square; all book edges stained yellow by publisher; book interior is clean and tight; 16mo; 384 pages. Bookseller Inventory # 20150154 Destination, Rates & Speeds Item Description: 1st Paperback Printing. Pocket Books #516, 1948, 1st paperback printing, rare US war vintage paperback, great sexy Asian gal cover art by Harvey Kidder, decent copy, bright and firm, minor wear to spine and edges, solid VG. Vintage Paperback. Bookseller Inventory # 000003115 Skouras, Thana (Editor/Producer) (James A. Michener, Preface) Published by Lehmann Books (1958) Used Hardcover First Edition Destination, Rates & Speeds Item Description: Lehmann Books, 1958. Hardcover. Book Condition: Good. COLOR & B/W Illustrations (illustrator). First Edition. Size is 8vo. (full book description) Lehmann Books, 1958. 1st Edition Good+, Hard Cover, no Dust Jacket. Size is 8vo, 65pp. COLOR & B/W Illustrations. Shelfwear head/foot of spine/@ fore-edge corners & an ink scribble on front cover, o.w. clean & tight. SELLING WORLDWIDE since 1987. International orders generally take 7 to 10 business days for delivery. WE PACK WITH GREAT CARE!. Book. Bookseller Inventory # CONROY073800I ISBN 10: 0449206521 ISBN 13: 9780449206522 Used Soft cover First Edition Quantity Available: 1 Published by Pocket Book Cardinal, New York (1957) Used Soft Cover First Edition Quantity Available: 1 Destination, Rates & Speeds Item Description: Pocket Book Cardinal, New York, 1957. Soft Cover. Book Condition: Very Good. Reprint Edition. One of the best novels to come out of World War II, a Pulitzer Prize winner, and the inspiration for the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical. Bookseller Inventory # DDR2185 Published by International Collectors Library, Garden City Used Hardcover First Edition Michener, James (Intro) .(Articles by Rodgers, Richard; Logan, Josh Hammerstein, Oscar.atkinson, Brooks; Adler, Buddy Skouras, Thana E Published by Lehmann Bk, NY (1958) Used Hardcover First Edition Published by POCKET BOOKS, NEW YORK (1948) Used Paperback First Edition Published by The Macmillan Company, New York (1947) Used Hardcover First Edition Destination, Rates & Speeds Item Description: The Macmillan Company, New York, 1947. First. First edition, third printing; octavo; VG/no-DJ; rust-colored spine with black text; boards are strong with moderate fading, scratching, and scuffing, frayed corners, back cover is loosened and beginning to detach from binding; textblock is clean, pages are moderately darkened, back free-end paper is detaching from spine along with back cover; 326pp. Rockville. Bookseller Inventory # 7-3-1265924 Published by Pocket Books, Montreal (1948) Used Paperback First Edition Destination, Rates & Speeds Item Description: Pocket Books, Montreal, 1948. Paperback. Book Condition: Very Good. Harvey Kidder; (illustrator). Seventh Printing. 312 pp. Pocket Book 516. Edge and corner wear with a partial crease on the spine; store stamped. Cover art by Harvey Kidder. This story collection contains: Coral Sea; An Officer and a Gentleman; The Cave; The Milk Run; Alligator; Fo' Dolla'; A Boar's Tooth; Wine for the Mess at Segi; Those Who Fraternize; The Strike; Frisco; The Landing on Kuralei; A Cemetery at Hoga Point; and The South Pacific. Bookseller Inventory # 206401 Published by Lehmann, NY (1958) Used Hardcover First Edition RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN - Edited by Thana Skouras - Introduction by James A Michener Published by Lehmann, New York (1958) Used Hardcover First Edition Destina
Which fish is traditionally used in the Anglo-Indian dish known as Kedgeree?	Kedgeree - All recipes UK Kedgeree Kedgeree Find heaps of deliciously easy kedgeree recipes for a quick lunch or supper. We have tasty recipes for haddock kedgeree, mackerel kedgeree and loads more. 15 recipes 40min As a new cook at the age of 72 my first attempt at kedgeree would have been better described as "Smoked Haddock Biriani". After much experimentation I evolved my own special version of which my numerous descendants approve. 50min Kedgeree, a traditional Anglo-Indian dish of rice and smoked fish, is perfect for brunch, lunch or a light supper. It is also tasty cool as a salad. Serve with seeded wholegrain bread or warm naan bread. Recipe by: Norma MacMillan 35min This lightly spiced Anglo-Indian rice dish is an absolute classic and makes a great one-pot lunch or supper. Recipe by: Maggie Pannell 1hr10min Traditionally served for breakfast, kedgeree – a dish dating back to the Raj – is ideal for brunch or a light supper. This recipe uses brown rice and yoghurt, for extra health benefits. Recipe by: Chrissie Lloyd 35min An exceptionally easy kedgeree recipe that is great for midweek. Even easier and quicker if you use leftover rice. Use mackerel as suggested, or smoked haddock works too! Recipe by: ButtercupBento 40min A delicious traditional breakfast dish using smoked white fish, rice and eggs. It is based on the Indian dish Khichri. My family also loves this with tomato ketchup!! Recipe by: Helen 30min This is a recipe I've made up to fit in with the Slimming World eating plan and a real family favourite. It comes within a £5 budget to feed a family of 4. Works out to 1 syn per portion on Slimming World. 1hr Smoked trout takes the place of the more traditional smoked haddock in this fragrant rice dish from the Raj, which was originally served for breakfast. This version makes the perfect quick supper, with poppadoms and mango chutney on the side, plus a tomato and cucumber salad. Recipe by: Norma MacMillan
Which famous composer was the father-in-law of Richard Wagner?	Bayreuth Attractions – The Richard Wagner Society (Victoria) Go to top Most attractions in Bayreuth hail from the residence of Margravine Wilhelmine and her husband Margrave Friedrich. A diligent supporter of the arts and culture, Wilhelmine brought Italian architects and French builders to construct many of the town’s historical landmarks. As such, much of the architecture reflects heavy baroque and rococo influences. With its wide pedestrian streets, the city centre is easy to stroll, and provides a pleasant contrast to many other Bavarian towns loaded with medieval architecture. During the summer many cafes and ice cream parlours set up outdoor seating on the main shopping streets, Maximilianstrasse, Sophienstrasse, and Von-Römer-Strasse. Popular Attractions Festival Theatre Festival Theatre (Festspielhaus), Festspielhügel 1-2 (Bus 5 to Am Festspielhaus), ☎ +49 (09 21) 7 87 80. Open Daily except Mon. 10AM and 2PM (Dec-Apr) or 10AM, 11AM, 2PM, and 3PM (Sept-Oct). Built in 1872, this opera house still ranks among the best in the world in design and acoustics. Home to the Richard Wagner Festival every summer. Just north of the main train station, take bus 5 to Am Festspielhaus. The grounds are crowded, tours seldom, and tickets rare during the annual Richard Wagner Festival in late July-August each year. Garden Museum Fantaisie Palace and Park Garden Museum Fantaisie Palace and Park (Schloss and Park Fantaisie), Bambergerstr. 3, 95488 Eckersdorf/Donndorf (Take bus 8231, 8433, 8446, or 8449 towards Donndorf to stop Fantaisie), ☎ +49 (09 21) 73 14 00 11. Open Daily except Mon. 9AM-6PM (Apr-Sept) or 10AM-4PM (Oct 1st-15th), closed Oct. 16th to Apr 1st. The 18th century palace designed by the daughter of Margrave Friedrich and Margravine Wilhelmine, features Germany’s first garden design museum. Located 5 km west of Bayreuth, take bus 8231, 8433, 8446, or 8449 towards Donndorf to stop Fantaisie. Hermitage/Old Palace Hermitage/Old Palace (Eremitage/Altes Schloss), Eremitage 1 (Take Bus 2 or 3 to Eremitage), ☎ +49 (09 21) 7 59 69 37 ([email protected]). Open Daily 9AM-6PM (Apr-Sept) or 10AM-4PM (Oct 1st-15th), closed Oct. 16th to Apr 1st. The old palace of Margrave Georg Wilhelm on the outskirts of town, the palace was expanded and the gardens created by Wilhelmine as a summer residence. The ornate fountains begin their waterworks on the hour from 10AM to 5PM. Guided tours are available. The Eremitage is approximately 6 km outside Bayreuth, take bus 2 or 3 to Eremitage. Margravial Opera House Margravial Opera House (Markgräfliches Opernhaus), Opernstr. 8, ☎ +49 (09 21) 7 59 69 22 ([email protected]). Open Daily 9AM-6PM (Apr-Sept) or 10AM-4PM (Oct-Mar). The baroque opera house, commissioned by Margravine Wilhelmine and designed by famous Giuseppe Galli Bibiena and son Carlo from Italy, was completed in 1748 and remained Germany’s largest opera house until 1871. This ornate opera house partially drew Richard Wagner’s attention to Bayreuth. New Palace New Palace (Neues Schloss), Ludwigstr. 21, ☎ +49 (09 21) 7 59 69 21 ([email protected]). Open Daily except Mon. 9AM-6PM (Apr-Sept) or 10AM-4PM (Oct-Mar). The new residence of the Margrave Friedrich and his wife Wilhelmine after their old residence burnt down. It was designed and built by the French builder Joseph Saint-Pierre, and completed in 1754. The entrance fee includes entrance to the two museums inside: The Museum “Margravine Wilhelmine’s Bayreuth” and the museum “Bayreuth Faience – Rummel Collection,” featuring porcelain manufactured in Bayreuth in the 18th century. Rooms of interest include the Garden Rooms, Cedar Room, Old Music Room, and the Cabinet of Fragmented Mirrors (designed by Wilhelmine herself). Castle Church and Tower Castle Church and Tower (Schlosskirche and Schlossturm), Schlossberglein 5, 95444 Bayreuth, ☎ +49 (09 21) 885 88. Opens for prearranged tours. The court chapel and tower were also commissioned and built by Friedrich and Wilhelmine, completed in 1758. The burial vault of the Friedrich and Wilhelmine is l
For which English county Cricket team was Brian Lara playing when he scored his world record 501 not out?	501 not out \| Cricket \| ESPN Cricinfo ESPN Cricinfo June 6 down the years 501 not out Brian Lara surpassed Hanif Mohammad's 499 Graham Chadwick / © PA Photos 1994 On the 50th anniversary of the D-Day landings, Brian Lara achieved immortality with the highest score in first-class cricket history: 501 not out. As if his Test-record 375 wasn't enough, Lara took the first-class record within two months when he surpassed Hanif Mohammad's 499, while playing for Warwickshire against Durham at Edgbaston . He had a few near-misses - Lara was bowled off a no-ball on 12 and then was dropped by wicketkeeper Chris Scott on 18 (Scott apparently said: "Oh dear, he'll probably go on and get a hundred"). Technically there was only one ball left when he creamed John Morris through the covers for four to bring up the magic 500. In all Lara faced only 427 deliveries, and hammered 62 fours and ten sixes. On the final day he whacked 174 runs before lunch. For good measure, he also became the first man to make seven hundreds in eight first-class innings, the first of which was the 375. He lost his Test record briefly to Matthew Hayden in 2003, but took it back in April 2004 with 400 against England in Antigua . 1957 The career of Mike Gatting , who was born today, split into three distinct segments. He struggled at first, taking seven years and 54 innings to make his first Test century. But after breaking that duck with 136 in Mumbai in 1984-85 , Gatting went on a storming two-year run in which he made nine centuries in 28 Tests and averaged 63. Then came Shakoor Rana, and an alleged liaison with a barmaid that cost him the England captaincy in 1988. Gatting was never the same - he captained the rebel tour to South Africa in 1989, and in 51 Tests either side of his outstanding two-year run of form, he only made one century, a tortuous 117 in Adelaide in 1994-95 as the curtain came gently down on his career. 1943 One of Pakistan's finest batsmen is born... in Hyderabad, India. Asif Iqbal came a long way from the 21-year-old who opened the bowling - with his fellow debutant and future batting star Majid Khan - and batted No. 10, against Australia in Karachi in 1964-65. In full flow Asif was a sumptuous sight. He made his first Test century from No. 9, 146 against England at The Oval in 1967, but he eventually graduated into the middle order, where his dashing, fleet-footed strokeplay charmed everyone, not least during a successful stint in county cricket with Kent. 1988 Birth of India batsman Ajinkya Rahane . A prolific scorer for Mumbai - he made over 1000 runs in only his second Ranji season - Rahane was on the fringes of the Indian Test team for years before he finally got his chance in the 2013 Delhi Test against Australia. He made up for a forgettable debut by establishing himself as one of India's most valuable overseas batsmen, with centuries in New Zealand, England and Australia in less than two years, filling the middle-order vacancy left by VVS Laxman's retirement. Rahane has the ability to adapt to different formats as well, with strong showings in the IPL at the top of the order. 1991 After all the fuss, 25-year-old Graeme Hick finally made his England Test debut against West Indies at Headingley . Most pundits had already booked him in for 100 Tests, 8000 runs and an average of 50, but it didn't quite work out like that. In fairness, it was an unforgiving baptism - Curtly Ambrose tortured him all summer, dismissing him six times in a row, but it was Courtney Walsh who ended his first innings when Hick fenced to Jeffrey Dujon, having made just 6. 1930 A typhoon is born. In terms of raw, unbridled pace, few bowlers in history can match England's Frank Tyson . Richie Benaud rated him the quickest he ever saw. In 17 Tests, Tyson took 76 wickets at an average of 18. This was no brainless quickie, however - Tyson was a Durham University graduate, and had a penchant for quoting Shakespeare or Wordsworth to batsmen, something you can't quite imagine Glenn McGrath ever doing. Most famously, Tyson blew away Australia as England retained the
Which organisation introduced the first commercial credit card in 1950?	The history of credit cards The history of credit cards The history of credit cards By Ben Woolsey and Emily Starbuck Gerson Share this Story: Tweet As far back as the late 1800s, consumers and merchants exchanged goods through the concept of credit, using credit coins and charge plates as currency. It wasn't until about half a century ago that plastic payments as we know them today became a way of life. Early beginnings In the early 1900s, oil companies and department stories issued their own proprietary cards, according to Stan Sienkiewicz, in a paper for the Philadelphia Federal Reserve entitled " Credit Cards and Payment Efficiency ." Such cards were accepted only at the business that issued the card and in limited locations. While modern credit cards are mainly used for convenience, these predecessor cards were developed as a means of creating customer loyalty and improving customer service, Sienkiewicz says. The first bank card, named "Charg-It," was introduced in 1946 by John Biggins, a banker in Brooklyn, according to MasterCard . When a customer used it for a purchase, the bill was forwarded to Biggins' bank. The bank reimbursed the merchant and obtained payment from the customer. The catches: Purchases could only be made locally, and Charg-It cardholders had to have an account at Biggins' bank. In 1951, the first bank credit card appeared in New York's Franklin National Bank for loan customers. It also could be used only by the bank's account holders. The Diners Club Card was the next step in credit cards. According to a representative from Diners Club, the story began in 1949 when a man named Frank McNamara had a business dinner in New York's Major's Cabin Grill. When the bill arrived, Frank realized he'd forgotten his wallet. He managed to find his way out of the pickle, but he decided there should be an alternative to cash. McNamara and his partner, Ralph Schneider, returned to Major's Cabin Grill in February of 1950 and paid the bill with a small, cardboard card. Coined the Diners Club Card and used mainly for travel and entertainment purposes, it claims the title of the first credit card in widespread use. Plastic debuts By 1951, there were 20,000 Diners Club cardholders. A decade later, the card was replaced with plastic. Diners Club Card purchases were made on credit, but it was technically a charge card, meaning the bill had to be paid in full at the end of each month. According to its archivist, American Express formed in 1850. It specialized in deliveries as a competitor to the U.S. Postal Service, money orders (1882) and traveler's checks, which the company invented in 1891. The company discussed creating a travel charge card as early as 1946, but it was the launch of the rival Diners Club card that put things in motion. In 1958 the company emerged into the credit card industry with its own pruduct, a purple charge card for travel and entertainment expenses. In 1959, American Express introduced the first card made of plastic (previous cards were made of cardboard or celluloid). American Express soon introduced local currency credit cards in other countries. About 1 million cards were being used at about 85,000 establishements within the first five years, both in and out of the U.S. In the 1990s, the company expanded into an all-purpose card. American Express, or Amex as it often is called, is about to celebrate its 50th credit card anniversary. Closed-loop system The Diners Club and American Express cards "functioned in what is known as a 'closed-loop' system, made up of the consumer, the merchant and the issuer of the card," Sienkiewicz writes. "In this structure, the issuer both authorizes and handles all aspects of the transaction and settles directly with both the consumer and the merchant." In 1959, the option of maintaining a revolving balance was introduced, according to MasterCard. This meant cardholders no longer had to pay off their full bills at the end of each cycle. While this carried the risk of accumulating finance charges, it gave customers greater flexibility in managing their mon
During which war was Shakespeare's play 'Troilus And Cressida' set?	Troilus and Cressida by William Shakespeare · OverDrive: eBooks, audiobooks and videos for libraries Drama Fiction For Troilus and Cressida, set during the Trojan War, Shakespeare turned to the Greek poet Homer, whose epic poems the Iliad and the Odyssey treat the war and its aftermath, and to Geoffrey Chaucer, author of The Canterbury Tales and the great romance of the war, Troilus and Criseyde. The authoritative edition of Troilus and Cressida from The Folger Shakespeare Library, the trusted and widely used Shakespeare series for students and general readers, includes: -The exact text of the printed book for easy cross-reference -Hundreds of hypertext links for instant navigation -Freshly edited text based on the best early printed version of the play -Full explanatory notes conveniently placed on pages facing the text of the play -Scene-by-scene plot summaries -A key to the play's famous lines and phrases -An introduction to reading Shakespeare's language -An essay by a leading Shakespeare scholar providing a modern perspective on the play -Fresh images from the Folger Shakespeare Library's vast holdings of rare books -An annotated guide to further reading Essay by Jonathan Gil Harris The Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, DC, is home to the world's largest collection of Shakespeare's printed works, and a magnet for Shakespeare scholars from around the globe. In addition to exhibitions open to the public throughout the year, the Folger offers a full calendar of performances and programs. For more information, visit Folger.edu.
"In the poem by William Blake which animal was ""Burning bright in the forests of the night""?"	The Tyger by William Blake \| Poetry Foundation The Tyger by William Blake In the forests of the night; What immortal hand or eye, Could frame thy fearful symmetry? In what distant deeps or skies. Burnt the fire of thine eyes? On what wings dare he aspire? What the hand, dare seize the fire? And what shoulder, & what art, Could twist the sinews of thy heart? And when thy heart began to beat, What dread hand? & what dread feet? What the hammer? what the chain, In what furnace was thy brain? What the anvil? what dread grasp, Dare its deadly terrors clasp! When the stars threw down their spears And water'd heaven with their tears: Did he smile his work to see? Did he who made the Lamb make thee? Tyger Tyger burning bright, In the forests of the night: What immortal hand or eye, Dare frame thy fearful symmetry? Discover this poem's context and related poetry, articles, and media. Poet Biography In his Life of William Blake (1863) Alexander Gilchrist warned his readers that Blake "neither wrote nor drew for the many, hardly for work'y-day men at all, rather for children and angels; himself 'a divine child,' whose playthings were sun, moon, and stars, the heavens and the earth." Yet Blake himself believed that his writings were of national importance and that they could be understood by a majority of men. Far from being an isolated mystic, Blake lived and worked in the teeming metropolis of London at a time of great social and political change that profoundly influenced his writing. After the peace established in 1762, the British Empire seemed secure, but the storm wave begun with the American Revolution in 1775 and the French Revolution in 1789 changed forever the way men looked at their relationship to the state and to the established church. Poet, painter, and engraver,... Biweekly updates of poetry and feature stories Press Releases A preview of the upcoming issue Poem of the day A daily email with a featured poem Events Chicago-area and Poetry Foundation events Children's Events
Which country's Rugby Union team is nicknamed 'The Panthers'?	Rugby Union National Team Names Home > Sports > List > Rugby Union > Team Nicknames Rugby Union National Team Names Many rugby teams from around the world have another name by which they are more well known. These are not always official names, and some national teams have more than one nickname. I have tried to find the most commonly used nickname, and included others if known. As you can see, these nicknames are commonly derived from the color of their playing strip or country flag, or an animal associated with the country. If you have any corrections or additions, please let me know . List of National Team Nicknames (men) Team Argentina Los Pumas (Pumas) The Argentina team is called Los Pumas because of the animal depicted as the team's emblem. However, that animal is actually a jaguar (ayaguareté) and not a puma! Australia A wallaby is a small kangaroo Austria a Ibex or alpine mountain goat Barbados meaning Black Devils in Dutch. Also Diables Noirs (black devils in French) Botswana Tupis are the main ethnic group of Brazilian indigenous people. Brunei Canucks is a slang term for Canadians Catalonia El XV de la ginesta Cayman Islands England Red and Whites The Red and Whites is not a commonly used name. It comes from the red and white playing strip. Also the Roses? A Fenchman notified me that in France the English team is called "Le 15 de la Rose" - literally: "The 15 of the Rose". Ecuador Bati (The Warriors) / Flying Fijians France Le XV de France "Le XV de France" literally translates as "The 15 of France". France's team is also called les bleus (the blues) because of the color of their uniform, though "Les Bleus" is more of a generic name for all French national teams. Before their curent strip which is mostly blue, the French team played in blue shirts, white shorts, and red socks, the colors of the national flag, and were nicknamed "Les Tricolores". Also sometimes Le Coqs (the cockerels). Georgia The Lelos The name comes from lelo, an indigenous Georgian sport with strong similarities to rugby. Lelo has been adopted as the Georgian word for "try". One standard cheer of Georgian rugby union fans is Lelo, Lelo, Sakartvelo (Try, Try, Georgia). Another nickname that is sometimes used is "Men of Borjgali" Greece which means "The National (team)" Guatemala
In which city did Steve Redgrave win his first Olympic Gold Medal?	Steve Redgrave - Motion in Action - Great Olympic Heroes, Stories and Inspirational Sportsmen and Women Steve Redgrave - Motion in Action Sometimes it is not any one individual feat that defines someone’s “greatness” as much as it is the culmination of the many accomplishments they have made as a whole. Sir Stephen Geoffrey Redgrave is one such example that exemplifies this very scenario. Stephen Redgrave (Now known as Sir Stephen Redgrave after receiving the prestigious Knighthood during the 2001 New Year’s Honors List) was born on March 23rd of 1962 in Marlow, England. While he does not publicly speak much about his past, his incredible list of records speaks for itself. Steve Redgrave was a British Rower in his earlier years. This at least, is what brought him international fame and recognition. His feats and capabilities as a coxswain manifested themselves early on, but he will likely always be best remembered for his Olympic accomplishments. Steve Redgrave first arrived on the Olympic scene during the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles , California . He won his first Olympic Gold Medal during the Coxed fours events. He again appeared in the Olympic rowing competitions in during the 1988 Olympic Games held in Seoul , South Korea and won another Gold Medal, this time in the coxless-pairs event. He also managed a second medal. He won a Bronze medal in the coxed-pairs events as well. Anybody who is an avid follower of the Olympics knows that scoring two gold medals in consecutive Olympic Games is an amazing accomplishment, but Sir Stephen was not finished, at this point he had barely even started his amazing list of Olympic deeds. His third Olympic appearance was in the 1992 Olympics held in Barcelona, Spain. During the 1992 games he managed to win a Gold medal in the coxless pairs again. Three consecutive gold medals is an accomplishment which is almost unheard of, but still he was not done. During the 1996 Olympic games in Atlanta, Georgia he scored yet again. Once again, his strongest competition was the coxless pairs and he won his fourth gold medal in four consecutive Olympic Games. He vowed never to compete again in the Olympics after he had won the gold in Atlanta, but shortly afterwards decided that he had chosen his words prematurely. He did indeed participate in the 2000 Olympics held in Sydney, Australia. Could this (now) aging coxswain still compete with the world’s best competitors though? The Olympic Competition in Sydney, like all Olympic competitions, is between what are arguably the best athletes in the world from any given sport. Sir Stephen had seen his better days. Recent problems with his health led many people to doubt his ability to be truly competitive in such a gathering of exceptional athletes. He still worked very hard in his chosen field though, and he always had the encouragement and found the motivation to excel in whatever endeavor he chose to undertake. During the Sydney Olympics he went on to win his fifth consecutive Gold medal, this time in the coxless fours event. This made him the first Olympic rower in history to accomplish such an amazing record. Never before in Olympic history had any rower racked up Gold in five consecutive Olympic challenges. His receiving the Knighthood and his title was a direct result of the hard work and effort he put forth in his Olympic competition. While this in itself is Olympic history and one of the great all time moments in Olympic sports, Sir Steve still was not done. His love of sports and athletic competition did not stop with rowing. Sir Stephen was also a member of the British National Bobsleigh team in the 1989-1990 season. To this day he has held numerous world records and still holds an Olympic record. His personal effort and thoughtlessness perhaps, make an even larger picture of Sir Stephen possible. These also help to include him among the ranks of the “best-of-the-best” among historic Olympic figures. While his Olympic and athletic prowess is beyond question, his personal endeavors are even more impressive. He continues to raise large amoun
What is the capital of the Pitcairn Islands?	Pitcairn Islands PITCAIRN ISLANDS OCTA Welcome to the official web site of the Government of the Pitcairn Islands. The Pitcairn Islands group is a British Overseas Territory. It comprises the islands of Pitcairn, Henderson, Ducie and Oeno. Pitcairn, the only inhabited island, is a small volcanic outcrop situated in the South Pacific at latitude 25.04 south and longitude 130.06 west. It is roughly 2170km (1350 miles) east south-east of Tahiti and just over 6600km (4100 miles) from Panama. The Islands' administrative headquarters are situated in Auckland New Zealand, 5310km (3300 miles) away. With a population of only around fifty, the people of Pitcairn are descended from the mutineers of HMAV Bounty and their Tahitian companions. Pitcairn Island is approximately 3.2km (2 miles) long and 1.6km (1 mile) wide with the capital Adamstown located above Bounty Bay and accessed by the aptly named road, "The Hill of Difficulty". The Pitcairn Miscellany
The practicing Mormon, Brandon Flowers, is the lead singer of which American rock group?	\| Mormon.org mormon.org The video player could not be built. Retry Do you want to chat with a missionary? We are happy to answer any questions you may have. Name I'm a Mormon. About Me Brandon Flowers is the frontman of the rock band The Killers. In 2010, he also released a solo album entitled Flamingo. In late 2001, Brandon Flowers responded to an ad that Dave Keuning had placed in a local paper and they formed The Killers. Since then, Brandon has performed with Bruce Springsteen, U2, Coldplay, Pet Shop Boys, Lady Gaga, Fran Healy (of Travis), Andy Summers (of The Police), New Order, Bright Eyes, and others. Sir Elton John has listed Flowers as one of his top-five heroes. Brandon's solo album, Flamingo, charted in the UK on September 12, 2010 at Number 1. This was Brandon's fourth consecutive album to reach #1 on the UK charts, including work by The Killers. Brandon is currently working with The Killers on their new album to be released in early 2012. Brandon was born June 21, 1981 in Henderson, Nevada, the youngest of six kids. Brandon moved to Utah when he was eight years old, then later moved back to Las Vegas, where he lives today. On August 2, 2005, Brandon married his longtime girlfriend Tana Mundkowsky. They have three sons: Ammon, Gunnar, and Henry.
The name of which micro-organism is derived from the Greek for 'first animal'?	Greek/Latin Roots Acoelomate [Greek a-, without; + Greek coel, cavity] animals ï¿½Angiospermsï¿½ [Greek angos, vessel; + Greek sperma, seed] Autotrophic [Greek autos, self; + Greek trophe, from trephein, to nourish] Coelomate (sometimes Eucoelomate) [Greek eu-, good, (= true); + Greek coel, cavity] Deuterostomes [Greek deuteros, second; + Greek stoma, mouth] Eukaryotic [Greek eu, good, well (= true); + Greek karyo, nut] ï¿½Gymnospermsï¿½ [Greek gymnos, naked; + Greek sperma, seed] Heterotrophic [Greek heteros, other; + Greek trophe, from trephein, to nourish] Photosynthetic [Greek photo-, from phos, light; + Greek synthesis, to put together] Prokaryotic [Greek pro-, before; + Greek karyo, nut] Protostomes [Greek protos, first; + Greek stoma, mouth] Pseudocoelomate [Greek pseudo-, false; + Greek coel, cavity] animals Classification of organisms Consistent with Mader, 6th edition, Biology Laboratory Manual. Kingdom Monera [Greek moneres, solitary, from monos, single, alone] Subkingdom Archaebacteria [Greek archae-, ancient; + Greek bakterion, diminutive of baktron, rod] Subkingdom Eubacteria [Greek eu-, good, well(= true); + Greek bakterion, diminutive of baktron, rod] Phylum Cyanobacteria [Greek kyanos, dark blue] Heterotrophic [Greek heteros, other; + Greek trophe, from trephein, to nourish] bacteria bacillus [diminutive of Latin baculum, rod] spirillum [diminutive of Latin spira, coil] coccus [from Greek kokkos, grain, seed] The other four Kingdoms are Eukaryotic [Greek eu-, good, well (= true); + Greek karyon, nut] Kingdom Protista [Greek protista, neuter pl. of protistos, the very first, superlative of protos, first] Protists resembling animals = ï¿½Protozoaï¿½ [Greek proto-, first; + Greek zoion, zoon, living being, animal] Phylum Sarcodina [Greek sarkodes, fleshy, from sarx, sark-, flesh] Phylum Ciliophora [Latin cilium, lower eyelid (= eyelash); + Greek -phoros, bearing, from pherein, to carry] Phylum Zoomastigophora [Greek zoion, zoon, living being, animal; + Greek mastig-, whip; + Greek -phoros, bearing, from pherein, to carry] Phylum Sporozoa [Greek spora, seed; + Greek zoion, zoon, living being, animal] Protists resembling plants = ï¿½Algaeï¿½ [Latin alga, seaweed] Phylum Chlorophyta [Greek khloros, green; + Greek phyton, plant] Phylum Phaeophyta [Greek phaeo-, dusky; + Greek phyton, plant] Phylum Chrysophyta [Greek khrysos, gold, of Semitic origin; akin to Hebrew harus; + Greek phyton, plant] Phylum Dinoflagella [Greek dino-, terrible or whirling; + Latin flagellum, whip] Phylum Euglenophyta [Greek eu-, good, (= true); + Greek glene, eyeball; + Greek phyton, plant] Phylum Rhodophyta [Greek rhodon, rose (= red); + Greek phyton, plant] Protists resembling fungi = ï¿½Slime Moldsï¿½ Phylum Gymnomycota [Greek gymno-, naked; + New Latin -mycetes, from Greek mukes, muket-, fungus] Kingdom Animalia [Latin animale, neuter of animalis, living, from anima, soul] Phylum Porifera [Latin porus, passage, pore; + Latin -fera, bearing, from ferre, to carry] Phylum Cnidaria [Latin cnide, nettle; + Latin -arius, of or related to] Class Hydrozoa [Greek Hydra, a many-headed water serpent; + Greek zoion, zoon, living being, animal] Class Scyphozoa [Greek skyphos, cup; + Greek zoion, zoon, living being, animal] Class Anthozoa [Greek anthos, flower; + Greek zoion, zoon, living being, animal] Phylum Ctenophora [Greek cten-, comb; + Greek -phoros, bearing, from pherein, to carry] Phylum Platyhelminthes [Greek platy-, flat; + Greek helminth, worm] Class Turbellaria [Latin turbella, bustle, turmoil (from the motion of their cilia in the water)] Class Trematoda [Greek trema-, hole, perforation; + Greek oda, Like, a resemblance] Class Cestoda [Latin cestus, belt; + Greek oda, Like, a resemblance] Phylum Nematoda [Greek nema, thread; + Greek oda, Like, a resemblance] Phylum Rotifera [Latin rota, wheel; + Latin -fera, bearing, from ferre, to carry] Protostomes [Greek protos, first; + Greek stoma, mouth] Phylum Mollusca [Latin molluscus, thin-shelled, from mollis, soft] Class Bivalvia [Latin bis, bi-,
In which US city do the American Football team known as the 'Chargers' play their home games?	What's in a Nickname? The Origins of All 32 NFL Team Names \| Mental Floss What's in a Nickname? The Origins of All 32 NFL Team Names Getty Images Like us on Facebook What do newspaper headline type and the New Deal have to do with the Oakland Raiders and Philadelphia Eagles? Here are the stories behind the nicknames of the NFL’s 32 teams—and what they were almost called. ARIZONA CARDINALS Getty Images The franchise began play in Chicago in 1898 before moving to St. Louis in 1960 and Arizona in 1988. Team owner Chris O’Brien purchased used and faded maroon jerseys from the University of Chicago in 1901 and dubbed the color of his squad’s new outfits “cardinal red.” A nickname was born. The team adopted the cardinal bird as part of its logo as early as 1947 and first featured a cardinal head on its helmets in 1960. ATLANTA FALCONS Getty Images Shortly after insurance executive Rankin Smith brought professional football to Atlanta, a local radio station sponsored a contest to name the team. Thirteen hundred people combined to suggest more than 500 names, including Peaches, Vibrants, Lancers, Confederates, Firebirds, and Thrashers. While several fans submitted the nickname Falcons, schoolteacher Julia Elliott of nearby Griffin was declared the winner of the contest for the reason she provided. “The falcon is proud and dignified, with great courage and fight,” Elliott wrote. “It never drops its prey. It is deadly and has great sporting tradition.” Elliott won four season tickets for three years and a football autographed by the entire 1966 inaugural team. BALTIMORE RAVENS Getty Images Ravens, a reference to Edgar Allan Poe’s famous poem, beat out Americans and Marauders in a contest conducted by the Baltimore Sun. Poe died and is buried in Baltimore. Of the more than 33,000 voters in the Sun’s phone-in poll, more than 21,000 picked Ravens. “It gives us a strong nickname that is not common to teams at any level, and it gives us one that means something historically to this community,” said team owner Art Modell, who had attempted to buy the Colts nickname back from the franchise that left Baltimore for Indianapolis in 1984. The Marauders nickname referenced a B-26 built during World War II by the Glenn L. Martin Company, a predecessor to Lockheed Martin that was based in Baltimore. Other names considered included the Railers, Bulldogs, Mustangs, and Steamers. BUFFALO BILLS Getty Images The Bills nickname was suggested as part of a fan contest in 1947 to rename Buffalo’s All-America Football Conference team, which was originally known as the Bisons. The Bills nickname referenced frontiersman Buffalo Bill Cody and was selected over Bullets, Nickels, and Blue Devils. It helped that the team was owned by the president of Frontier Oil, James Breuil. Buffalo was without a team from 1950 to 1959, when owner Ralph Wilson acquired a franchise in the AFL. Wilson solicited potential nicknames from fans for his new franchise and ultimately chose Bills in homage to the city’s defunct AAFC team. CAROLINA PANTHERS Getty Images Panthers team president Mark Richardson, the son of team owner Jerry Richardson, chose the Panthers nickname because "it's a name our family thought signifies what we thought a team should be—powerful, sleek and strong." Richardson also chose the 1995 expansion team’s color scheme of black, blue, and silver, a choice that initially came under scrutiny from NFL Properties representatives. According to one newspaper report, the concern was raised at the 1993 NFL meetings that a team nicknamed the Panthers that featured black in its color scheme would appeal to street gangs and reflect poorly on the league. CHICAGO BEARS Getty Images In 1921, the Decatur Staleys, a charter member of the American Professional Football Association, moved to Chicago and kept their nickname, a nod to the team’s sponsor, the Staley Starch Company. When star player George Halas purchased the team the following year, he decided to change the nickname. Chicago played its home games at Wrigley Field, home of baseball’s Cubs, and Halas opted to
The 'World Expo' ended this month In which Asian country had it been held?	Shinji Tanimura: Subaru / Star 昴 (2010 Live, World Expo) - Download & Lyrics - YouTube Shinji Tanimura: Subaru / Star 昴 (2010 Live, World Expo) - Download & Lyrics Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on May 8, 2010 An Asian friend asked me to post this. This is an incredible performance by the man who wrote the 1980 song, later made popular by Teresa Teng. I don't understand Japanese or Chinese, but was immediately enraptured by the beautiful melody and incredible voice. The visuals for this recent performance is also pretty amazing. Lyrics at the end, with English translation. You can download a high quality video of this performance here. Please post a quick comment saying that you downloaded. Thanks! Shinji Tanimura (谷村新司?, born December 11, 1948 in Osaka, Japan) is a Japanese singer and songwriter. Biography In 1971, Tanimura set up the musical group, Alice, along with Takao Horiuchi, and in 1972 produced his first extended play musical album. Two years later, they produced their first album from the musical group. During this time, Tanimura had also written several musical pieces for many famous and popular singers of that time, including Momoe Yamaguchi. In the early 1980s, Tanimura started to move towards his singer-songwriter career and in 1981 he held singing concerts in places like Hong Kong, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand and Beijing. Some of the more famous singers from Hong Kong had also performed many of Tanimura's pieces, including Jacky Cheung, Alan Tam, Anita Mui and Leslie Cheung. He had also once said that Leslie Cheung and Alan Tam were two of his closest friends from Hong Kong. In 1984, Tanimura, together with South Korean singer Cho Yong-pil and Alan Tam, set up Pax Musica to promote cultural exchanges of different countries and world peace. Career in China In 1980...[Wikipedia states 1987, but it's actually 1980] he wrote his famous piece "Subaru"《昴》, and mentioned that his inspiration came from his visits to Heilongjiang in China. Since then, he had been actively involved in organising performances to promote Sino-Japanese relations, including an invitation by the Japanese and Chinese governments to organise and perform at the grand 30th anniversary to celebrate Sino-Japanese relations. In 2003, he held a "'Help China get rid of SARS' music concert" and donated all the 15.34 million Yen he earned from the concert to China's Red Cross Society to aid them in their efforts in fighting SARS. In 2004, he became the professor at Shanghai Conservatory of Music. In September 2007, he planned the friendship concert between Japan and China in Shanghai and he joined it. The concert was the 35th anniversary for the normalization of relations between Japan and China. He played the song Sarai etc. On April 30th 2010, he sang "Subaru" on the World Expo Opening Ceremony in Shanghai, China. Records Number of self-composed musical pieces: 370 Number of solo albums: 62 Number of musical albums: 63 Number of copies of albums sold: 29,796,682 Number of concerts held (Japan): 3,620 （top in Japan until today） ========= Me o tojite nanimo miezu Kanashikute me o akereba Kohoya ni mukau miti yori Hoka ni mieru mono wa nashi Aaa... kudake tiru sadame no hoshi tati yo Semete hisoyaka ni kono mi o terase yo Ware wa yuku aojiroki hoho no mama de Ware wa yuku saraba subaru yo Iki o saraba mune no naka Kogarashi wa naki tsuzukeru Saredo wa ga mune wa atsuku Yume o oitsuzukeru nari Aaa... sanza meku namonaki hoshi tatiyo Aaa... semete azayaka ni sono mi o oware yo Ware mo yuku kokoro no meizuru mama ni Ware mo yuku saraba subaru yo Aaa.... itsu no hi ka dareka ga kono miti o Aaa.... itsu no hi ka dareka ga kono miti o Ware wa yuku aojiroki hoho no mama de Ware wa yuku saraba subaru yo Ware wa yuku saraba subaru yo ======= With my eyes closed, I see nothing With sorrow in my heart, I open m
Which group had a hit in 1974 with 'This Town Ain't Big Enough For The Both Of Us'?	Sparks - This Town Ain't Big Enough For Both Of Us - YouTube Sparks - This Town Ain't Big Enough For Both Of Us Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on Jan 2, 2010 Disco 28/09/74 - Ron Mael - Russell Mael - Ian Hampton - Trevor White - Dinky Diamond Category
In the Book of Genesis, who died whilst giving birth to her son, Benjamin?	Benjamin Benjamin Bible People Benjamin This article contains a free Bible Study resource on the subject of Benjamin. It provides facts, a biography and information about this famous Biblical character for bible study. There is also reference to where Benjamin is mentioned in the Holy Bible. Genesis 35:22b-26 Now the sons of Jacob were twelve: 23 The sons of Leah ; Reuben , Jacob's firstborn, and Simeon , and Levi, and Judah, and Issachar, and Zebulun: 24 The sons of Rachel ; Joseph , and Benjamin : 25 And the sons of Bilhah, Rachel's handmaid; Dan, and Naphtali: 26 And the sons of Zilpah, Leah's handmaid; Gad , and Asher : these are the sons of Jacob Bible Dictionary Definition - Who was Benjamin? The definition and outline of Benjamin is as follows: According to the Old Testament Benjamin was the last-born of Jacob's twelve sons, and the second (and last) son of Rachel in the Book of Genesis. He was the founder of the Israelite Tribe of Benjamin. Biography, Facts and Information about Benjamin The following info provides a concise biography with facts and information about Benjamin: The younger son of Jacob by Rachel (Genesis 35:18). His birth took place at Ephrath, on the road between Bethel and Bethlehem, at a short distance from the latter place. His mother died in giving him birth, and with her last breath named him Ben-oni, son of my pain, a name which was changed by his father into Benjamin. His posterity are called Benjamites (Genesis 49:27; Deuteronomy 33:12; Joshua 18:21). The tribe of Benjamin at the Exodus was the smallest but one (Numbers 1:36,37; Psalms 68:27). During the march its place was along with Manasseh and Ephraim on the west of the tabernacle. At the entrance into Canaan it counted 45,600 warriors. It has been inferred by some from the words of Jacob (Genesis 49:27) that the figure of a wolf was on the tribal standard. This tribe is mentioned in Romans 11:1; Phil 3:5. The inheritance of this tribe lay immediately to the south of that of Ephraim, and was about 26 miles in length and 12 in breadth. Its eastern boundary was the Jordan. Dan intervened between it and the Philistines. Its chief towns are named in Joshua 18:21-28. The history of the tribe contains a sad record of a desolating civil war in which they were engaged with the other eleven tribes. By it they were almost exterminated (Judges 20:20,21; 21:10). (See GIBEAH .) The first king of the Jews was Saul, a Benjamite. A close alliance was formed between this tribe and that of Judah in the time of David (2 Samuel 19:16,17), which continued after his death (1 Kings 11:13; 12:20). After the Exile these two tribes formed the great body of the Jewish nation (Ezra 1:5; 10:9). The tribe of Benjamin was famous for its archers (1 Samuel 20:20,36; 2Sam 1:22; 1 Chronicles 8:40; 12:2) and slingers (Judge. 20:6). The gate of Benjamin, on the north side of Jerusalem (Jeremiah 37:13; 38:7; Zechariah 14:10), was so called because it led in the direction of the territory of the tribe of Benjamin. It is called by (Jeremiah 20:2) "the high gate of Benjamin;" also "the gate of the children of the people" (17:19). Benjamin We have selected Benjamin as one of the most important people and character from the Bible and provided a biography and character outline of this famous person. Much of the information is taken from the classic reference books including Matthew George Easton "Easton's Bible Dictionary" and Ashley S Johnson "Condensed Biblical Cyclopedia". Benjamin - A Free Christian Bible Study Resource We hope that this Benjamin article will provide useful information and ideas for those following a Bible Study plan. This article about Benjamin, together with other tools, activities, aids and materials and are designed to be used by an individual or a Christian Bible study group. This biography of Benjamin may prove useful as the basis for fun Sunday School lessons for Christian children and kids other topics will prove a useful asset to teens, youth or adults taking a Bible Study course or Biblical degree. All information on this Benjamin page is fre
Which SI unit is equal to one Joule per second?	Watt \| Define Watt at Dictionary.com watt noun 1. the standard unit of power in the International System of Units (SI), equivalent to one joule per second and equal to the power in a circuit in which a current of one ampere flows across a potential difference of one volt. Abbreviation: W, w. 1882; named after J. Watt Watt James, 1736–1819, Scottish engineer and inventor. Dictionary.com Unabridged Examples from the Web for watt Expand Contemporary Examples Blanche was a fragile white moth beating against the unbreakable sides of a 1000 watt bulb. Why Democrats Should End Nomination Filibusters Jamelle Bouie October 30, 2013 watt never did anything to regain his position, although it bothered him for the rest of his life. James Watt Andrew Carnegie watt says this is the first book which professes to give an account of the Canting language of thieves and vagabonds. The Slang Dictionary John Camden Hotten British Dictionary definitions for watt Expand noun 1. the derived SI unit of power, equal to 1 joule per second; the power dissipated by a current of 1 ampere flowing across a potential difference of 1 volt. 1 watt is equivalent to 1.341 × 10–3 horsepower W Word Origin C19: named after James Watt Watt noun 1. James. 1736–1819, Scottish engineer and inventor. His fundamental improvements to the steam engine led to the widespread use of steam power in industry Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012 Word Origin and History for watt Expand unit of electrical power, 1882, in honor of James Watt (1736-1819), Scottish engineer and inventor. Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
On which British island in the South Atlantic would you find Wideawake Airfield?	Ascension \| island, Atlantic Ocean \| Britannica.com island, Atlantic Ocean Atlantic Ocean Ascension, island in the South Atlantic Ocean , part of the British overseas territory of St. Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha. St. Helena is 700 miles (1,100 km) to the southeast of Ascension, and the island group of Tristan da Cunha is some 1,300 miles (2,100 km) south of St. Helena. The main settlement and the location of the island’s administrative headquarters is Georgetown. Islands off the western coast of Africa. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. Except on the heights of Green Mountain (2,817 feet [859 metres]), where fruit, vegetables, and livestock are raised, the island is mostly a desert of dormant volcanic craters and extensive lava flows. There are no surface streams. Catchment basins constructed on Green Mountain in the 19th century yield some fresh water, but desalinization plants produce the bulk of the island’s water supply. The sandy beaches, unprotected by coral reefs, are vulnerable to heavy oceanic swells but are critical nesting sites for the globally endangered green sea turtles, which come ashore to lay eggs between January and April. Sooty terns also breed in abundance. After the island’s feral cats were eradicated in the early 21st century, populations of other birds—including the masked booby , brown booby, and red-billed tropic bird but not the globally threatened native Ascension frigate bird—began recolonizing the island. Volcanic landscape, Ascension Island, South Atlantic Ocean. © kwest/Shutterstock.com Ascension was discovered by the Portuguese navigator João da Nova in 1501 and was rediscovered on Ascension Day 1503 by Afonso de Albuquerque . It remained uninhabited until 1815, however, when British marines were stationed there, during the exile of Napoleon I on St. Helena, to prevent the French from claiming the island. Ascension subsequently served as a frequent stop for ships sailing the South Atlantic in the 19th century. It came under the supervision of the British Royal Marines in 1823 and in 1922 became a dependency of St. Helena. From 1922 until 2002, most governmental and economic administration was provided by the military and by various entities, including Cable & Wireless PLC (later acquired by another company and renamed Sure) and the British Broadcasting Corporation , which have continued to operate telecommunications facilities on the island. Other important presences have been the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration , the U.S. Air Force , the Royal Air Force (RAF), the European Space Agency , and British and American intelligence organizations. Similar Topics
In which English county could you visit Bolingbroke Castle?	Interactive Map of Castles in England \| Historic UK Arundel Castle, Arundel, West Sussex Owned by: Arundel Castle Trust Restored medieval castle. Founded by Roger de Montgomery in 1067, the castle was damaged during the English Civil War and restored throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. The castle has been the hereditary stately home of the Duke of Norfolk for over 400 years, and remains the principal seat of the Norfolk family. Most of the castle and grounds are open to the public; entrance charges apply to both the castle and gardens. Ashby-de-la-zouch Castle, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire Owned by: English Heritage Remains of fortified manor house. Founded by the Norman noble Alain de Parrhoet, la Zouch, this fortified manor house dates from the 12th century and was extended by his descendants over the next three centuries. During the English Civil War the castle was subject to a prolonged siege between September 1645 and its surrender in March 1646. The surrender terms demanded that the castle be slighted (demolished). Visitors can still climb the tower and discover the underground passage from the kitchen to the tower. Entrance charges apply. Askerton Castle, Cumbria Owned by: Askerton Castle Estate Complete medieval fortified manor house, now part of organic and rare breeds farm. Built around 1300 originally as an unfortified manor house, the two crenellated towers were added at either end of the hall in the early 16th century in order to strengthen its defences. These latter defences are thought to be the work of Thomas Lord Dacre (1467-1535). Now operating as an organic and rare breeds farm. Aydon Castle, Aydon, Nr Corbridge, Northumberland Owned by: English Heritage Intact 13th century English manor house. Originally built as an undefended manor house, it was fortified on the outbreak of Anglo-Scottish Wars. It was captured by the Scots in 1315, seized by English rebels two years later, and again occupied by Scots in 1346. Recently restored to its medieval appearance, entrance charges apply. Baconsthorpe Castle, Nr Holt, Norfolk Owned by: English Heritage Ruined moated and fortified 15th century manor house. Built by the ambitious Heydon family between 1460-1486 as a simple manor house, it was later fortified and enlarged as the family's wealth grew. After the English Civil War the house fell into ruin. Free open access at any reasonable time. Bamburgh Castle, Bamburgh, Northumberland Owned by: Armstrong family Intact and inhabited Norman castle. Once the Royal Seat of the Kings of Northumbria, the first written reference to the castle dates from AD 547, when it was captured by the Anglo-Saxon ruler Ida of Bernicia. Vikings destroyed the original fortification in AD 993. The Normans built a new castle on the site, which forms the core of the current structure. Open to the public, entrance charges apply. Barnard Castle, Barnard Castle, County Durham Owned by: English Heritage Remains of medieval castle. Founded by the Normans shortly after the conquest, the castle enjoyed its heyday under Bernard de Bailliol during the latter half of the 12th century. The castle passed into the possession of Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, and then to King Richard III, falling into ruins in the century after his death. Entrance charges apply. Bedford Castle, Bedford, Bedfordshire Owned by: Scheduled Ancient Monument Remains of medieval castle. Built sometime after 1100 by King Henry I, the castle played a significant role in both the civil war known as The Anarchy, and the First Barons' War. Henry III besieged the castle in 1224, which lasted eight weeks. Following its surrender, the king ordered the castle's destruction. Today only part of the motte can be seen, forming part of an archaeological park. Beeston Castle, Beeston, Tarporley, Cheshire Owned by: English Heritage Ruined remains of a 13th century castle. Standing on a rocky crag high above the Cheshire Plain, Beeston Castle was built in the 1220s by Ranulf de Blondeville, 6th Earl of Chester, on his return from the Crusades. The castle remained in good rep
The 'Coxa' is the medical name for which bone in the human body?	What are the three bones of the os coxa? \| Reference.com What are the three bones of the os coxa? A: Quick Answer The three bones of the os coxa, or hip bone, are the ilium, ischium and pubis, according to Dartmouth College. By adulthood, these three bones have grown together to form a single bone. When combined with the sacrum, these bones make up the bony pelvis. Full Answer The ilium forms the fan-shaped portion of the pelvis, according to the University of Arkansas. The crest, or top part, is attached to abdominal wall muscles. Ligaments are also connected to parts of the ilium. The ischium is located at the lower back portion of the hip bone and is joined to ligaments. The pubis forms the lower front portion of the pelvis. This bone attaches to the root of the penis.
Which former American President was nominated for re- election by the Bull Moose Party?	Bull Moose (Progressive) Party, 1912-1916 Official Name: Progressive Party of 1912 Nicknamed the Bull Moose Party from a quote by Theodore Roosevelt . When asked whether he was fit to be president, he responded that he was as fit as a "bull moose." Origin of the Bull Moose Party: Theodore Roosevelt was president of the United States until 1909. He had finished out the term when William McKinley was assassinated in 1901. He then ran and won the presidency in 1904. He decided not to run again in the 1908 election. William Howard Taft was chosen to run and won the presidency for the Republican Party. In 1912, Roosevelt was unhappy with Taft's time in office and put his name forward to become the Republican Party's nominee again. The Party chose to stick with Taft. This angered Roosevelt who walked out of the convention and then formed his own party, the Progressive Party, in protest. Hiram Johnson was chosen as his running mate. Platform of the Bull Moose Party: True to Roosevelt's progressive beliefs, the platform of the party called for major reforms including women's suffrage, social welfare assistance for women and children, farm relief, revisions in banking, health insurance in industries, and worker's compensation. continue reading below our video Third-Party Candidates in U.S. Elections The party also wanted an easier method to amend the constitution. Election of 1912: In 1912, voters could choose between William Howard Taft who was the incumbent Republican president , Roosevelt who had previously been the Republican president, or Woodrow Wilson , the Democratic candidate. Roosevelt shared many of the progressive policies of Wilson yet his core support came from Republicans who defected from the party. Taft and Roosevelt came away with a combined popular vote of 50% whereas Wilson ended with 43% of the vote. Many historians believe that the Bull Moose Party split the Republican vote there by leading to Wilson's victory although there are some who believe he would have won anyway. End of the Bull Moose Party: While the Bull Moose Party lost at the national level in 1912, it continued putting candidates on the ballot at the state and local elections. However, these candidates did poorly in 1914. The party did hold a convention in 1916 and nominated Roosevelt to run again. When he refused, the party tried to give the nomination to Charles Evan Hughes which led to the dissolution of the party.
After Oxford and Cambridge, which is England's next oldest university?	Lesson 31: Oxford and Cambridge Universities Oxford and Cambridge Universities Lessons >>> Lesson 31 England is famous for its educational institutes. There were many different kinds of schools in Medieval England and the English universities were one of the most significant creations. The students who attended either Oxford or Cambridge Universities set an intellectual standard that contrasted markedly with the norm of Medieval England. Today both Universities are internationally renowned centres for teaching and research, attracting students and scholars from all over the world. The University of Oxford , located in the city of Oxford is one of the oldest and most highly revered Universities in Europe. It was the first university established in Britain. Oxford is situated about 57 miles (90 km) north-west of London in its own county of Oxfordshire. The city lies at the confluence of the Rivers Cherwell and Thames, or "Isis", as it is locally known, giving the opportunity to enjoy such pleasant pursuits as boating and punting, or a stroll along river banks. The story of Oxford is one of a war, plague, religious persecution, heroes and the emergence of one of the greatest Universities in the world. Known as the city of "Dreaming Spires," Oxford is dominated by the Medieval architecture of the University, and the exquisite gardens within. According to legend Oxford University was founded by King Alfred the Great in 872 when he happened to meet some monks there and had a scholarly debate that lasted several days. A more realistic scenario is that it grew out of efforts begun by Alfred to encourage education and establish schools throughout his territory. Long after Alfred, during the late 11th or early 12th century, it is known that Oxford became a centre of learning for clerics, from which a school or university could have sprung or evolved. The university was given a boost in 1167 when, for political reasons, Henry II of England ordered all English students at Paris to return to England. Most of the returning students congregated at Oxford and the University began a period of rapid development. Oxford, like Cambridge, differs from many other universities in that there is no central university campus. Instead, the University consists of a large number of colleges and associated buildings, scattered throughout the city. From the start there was friction between "town and gown". Most students took lodgings with local people, who soon realised that they could charge high prices and rents of the Academics. However it was a strain on the resources of the community to have to provide for the influx of people from elsewhere. In the 13th century, rioting between students and localpeople hastened the establishment of primitive halls of residence. These were succeeded by the first of Oxford's colleges or endowed houses whose architectural splendour, together with the University's libraries and museums, give the city its unique character. The first college, University College, was founded in 1249 by William of Durham. Other notable colleges include All Souls (founded in 1438), Christ Church (founded in 1546) and Lady Margaret Hall (founded in 1878), which was the first women's college. Since 1974, all but one of Oxford's colleges have changed their statutes to admit both men and women. St Hilda's remains the only women's college, and the rest enroll both men and women. Oxford early on became a centre for lively controversy, with scholars involved in religious and political disputes. John Wyclif, a 14th-century Master of Balliol, campaigned for a bible in the vernacular, against the wishes of the papacy. In 1530, Henry VIII forced the University to accept his divorce from Catherine of Aragon. During the Reformation in the 16th century, the Anglican churchmen Cranmer, Latimer and Ridley were tried for heresy and burnt at the stake in Oxford. During the Civil War, Oxford was selected as the Royalist capital. The King stayed at Christ Church, the Queen at Merton, and a passage was constructed to allow them to meet. Most of the citizens
Which French painter, who with his wife Sonia Terk, pioneered the art movement known as Orphism, is best known for his series of paintings of Paris and, in particular, of the Eiffel Tower?	Orphism (Simultanism): History, Characteristics Orphism (c.1910-13) What is Orphism? What is Orphic Cubism? It was a short-lived but influential style of colourful abstract art , created mainly by Robert Delaunay (1885-1941) and his wife Sonia Delaunay-Terk (1895-1979), in response to the austere monochromatic style of analytical Cubism championed by Picasso and Georges Braque. Other abstract painters associated with Orphism include the French-Czech painter Frank Kupka (1871-1957), Francis Picabia (1879-1953), Jean Metzinger (1883-1956), Marcel Duchamp (1887-1968), Fernand Leger (1881-1955), and others. The actual name "Orphism" was first used in this sense by the French poet Guillaume Apollinaire (born Wilhelm Apollinaris de Kostrowitzky) (1880-1918), after the Greek singer and musician Orpheus, whose music even tamed wild beasts. Apollinaire used it - perhaps after reading Kandinsky's book "Uber das Geistige in der Kunst" (Munich, 1912), or speaking with Francis Picabia and his wife, Gabrielle Buffet-Picabia - to express the harmonious composition and lyrical aesthetic of the new style. Simultaneous Windows on the City (1912) Hamburger Kunsthalle. see: Abstract Art Movements . Characteristics Orphist painting was a blend of Fauvism (colour), Cubism (fragmentary planes) and Futurism (sense of motion). In some ways it was a very early type of Lyrical Abstraction . It appealed to the senses, using overlapping planes of contrasting colours, and colour-combinations based on the colour theory known as the "Law of Simultaneous Contrast of Colours," pioneered by the 19th century French chemist Michel-Eugene Chevreul. Delaunay himself avoided the name Orphism, preferring the more modern Futurist-sounding term Simultanism to describe his method of capturing fleeting visual sensations. Not only did Simultanism make reference to the law of simultaneous colour contrast upon which it was based, but it was seen as a particularly apt name for a style of modern art . It is exemplified by Delaunay's paintings like The Cardiff Team (1912-13; Van Abbe Museum, Eindhoven) and La Ville de Paris (1912; Musee d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris). Robert Delaunay Robert Delaunay initiated Orphic Cubism during the period 1908-10, when he began producing Cubist-style works with vivid colours instead of the trendy browns and greys of Braque and Picasso. His subjects were also quite different - he used dynamic Futurist-style urban imagery rather than the more conventional Cubist still-life forms. All this is illustrated by his series of pictures of the Tour d'Eiffel, such as The Eiffel Tower (1910, Guggenheim Museum NY) and The Red Tower (1912). Hereafter, he gradually dispensed with recognizable subject matter, and turned to an early type of lyrical abstraction, relying exclusively on form and colour to communicate his chosen aesthetic. He employed rectangular shapes in the "Fenetres" (windows) series, and circular shapes in the "Disks" - mixed with an insistent strain of symbolism . The effect of brilliant light and colour was enhanced by "simultaneous contrast", the result of careful juxtapositioning of colours. Delaunay's friendship with Apollinaire led to close collaboration. Apollinaire produced numerous articles and commentaries on Delaunay's paintings, in which he promoted Orphism, as the latest trend of the Ecole de Paris . In March 1913, Robert and Sonia Delaunay's Orphist work was shown for the first time at the Salon des Independants . In addition, Robert's paintings were exhibited at a one-man show at the prestigious Sturm Gallery in Berlin (owned by Herwarth Walden ), where it strongly influenced painters like Franz
What is the value of pi to two decimal places?	Pi To help you remember just draw this diagram. Draw a circle, or use something circular like a plate. Measure around the edge (the circumference): I got 82 cm Measure across the circle (the diameter): I got 26 cm 82 cm / 26 cm = 3.1538... That is pretty close to π. Maybe if I measured more accurately? In fact π is approximately equal to: 3.14159265358979323846 The digits go on and on with no pattern. π has been calculated to over two quadrillion decimal places and still there is no pattern to the digits Example: You walk around a circle which has a diameter of 100m, how far have you walked? Distance walked = Circumference = π × 100m = 314.159...m = 314m (to the nearest m) Approximation A quick and easy approximation for π is 22/7 22/7 = 3.1428571... But as you can see, 22/7 is not exactly right. In fact π is not equal to the ratio of any two numbers, which makes it an irrational number . A better approximation (but still not exact) is: 355/113 = 3.1415929... (think "113355", then divide the "355" by the "113") Remembering I usually just remember "3.14159", but you can also count the letters of: "May I have a large container of butter today" 3 1 4 1 5 9 2 6 5 To 100 Decimal Places Here is π with the first 100 decimal places: 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288
Who was the American screenwriter who created, wrote, narrated and hosted the science fiction series 'The Twilight Zone'?	The Twilight Zone (TV Series 2002–2003) - IMDb IMDb 7 January 2017 5:00 AM, UTC NEWS There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error This second revival of The Twilight Zone (1959) presents tales of suspense, fantasy, science fiction and horror. Creator: A woman goes back in time to the birth of Hitler and attempts to interfere so that World War II never happens. 7.6 Mega hypochondriac Harry Radditch believes he's caught a deadly plague from a space novel he just read. His physician plans to dose him with a placebo, as usual, but this time, his symptoms are ... 7.6 A terminally ill man is thrust back in time and given the opportunity to stop the assassination of Martin Luther King. 7.4 a list of 49 titles created 10 Jul 2011 a list of 31 titles created 16 Dec 2011 a list of 40 titles created 27 Jul 2013 a list of 36 titles created 22 May 2015 a list of 30 titles created 2 months ago Title: The Twilight Zone (2002–2003) 7.3/10 Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. 1 win & 1 nomination. See more awards » Photos A collection of tales which range from comic to tragic, but often have a wicked sense of humor and an unexpected twist. Stars: Robin Ward, Charles Aidman, Richard Mulligan A modern revival of the classic sci-fi horror anthology show The Outer Limits (1963). Episodes often have twist-endings and involve aliens. Sometimes, story from one episode continues in a later episode. Stars: Alex Diakun, Eric Schneider, Garvin Cross An anthology series of insightful science fiction tales. Stars: Bob Johnson, Ben Wright, William Douglas This tv movie features two stories by Rod Serling , who also wrote the stories of the original The Twilight Zone (1959) series. "The Theater": A young girl goes to the cinema to see His Girl ... See full summary » Director: Robert Markowitz Ordinary people find themselves in extraordinarily astounding situations, which they each try to solve in a remarkable manner. Stars: Rod Serling, Robert McCord, Jay Overholts A horror anthology series where the viewer is taken through ghost stories, science fiction adventures and creepy, unexplained events. Stars: Paul Sparer, Catherine Battistone, John Marzilli Rod Serling presents tales of horror illustrated in various paintings. Stars: Rod Serling, Larry Watson, Joanna Pettet Tales of horror based on the gruesome E.C. comic books of the 1950s. Stars: John Kassir, Roy Brocksmith, Miguel Ferrer Updated remakes of classic stories from Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) originally produced by the Master of Suspense. Stars: Bernard Behrens, Cynthia Belliveau, David B. Nichols Directors: Joe Dante, John Landis, and 2 more credits » Stars: Dan Aykroyd, Albert Brooks, Vic Morrow A continuation of the dramatic anthology series Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) hosted by the master of suspense and mystery. Stars: Alfred Hitchcock, Hinton Pope, Jimmy Joyce A horror anthology about a family of monsters watching a different horror story every week on their TV. Each tale is separate, often cautionary with occasional dark humor and irony and features various deadly creatures. Stars: John Bolger, Pamela Dean Kelly, Michael J. Anderson Storyline This second revival of The Twilight Zone (1959) presents tales of suspense, fantasy, science fiction and horror. Enter a new dimension. See more » Genres: 18 September 2002 (USA) See more » Also Known As: Além da Imaginação See more » Filming Locations: Did You Know? Trivia An image of Rod Serling can be seen during the opening title sequence in the TV version only. Rod's image was replaced with a spiral vortex on the DVD release. See more » Quotes Narrator : You're traveling through another dimension, a dimension not only of sight and sound, but of mind. A journey into a wondrous land whose boundaries are that of imagination. You are entering the T
In the children's t.v. programme, who was the 'Wombles' cook?	The Wombles - ClassicKidsTv.co.uk The Wombles Jump to: navigation , search The Wombles Title The Wombles were created by Elisabeth Beresford in 1968 and first appeared in a series of childrens novels. Wombles are pointy-nosed furry creatures (though the characters in the original books resembled ordinary 'teddy bears') that live in burrows, where they help the environment by recycling rubbish in useful and ingenious ways. Although Wombles live in every country in the world, the stories focus on the life of the Wimbledon Common burrow in London, England. The Wombles was adapted as a British children's television programme, The Wombles, a series of five-minute stop-motion episodes produced by FilmFair for the BBC and voiced by Bernard Cribbins . The first series aired in 1973 and the second in 1975, sixty episodes in all. In 1977, a feature-length live-action movie called Wombling Free appeared, starring David Tomlinson and Bonnie Langford . The Wombles were re-invented from 1998 as a cartoon after FilmFair was acquired by the Canadian company Cinar Films in 1996, with a number of new geographically-named Wombles being introduced. Contents Great Uncle Bulgaria - The Wombles' leader Tobermory - Engineer and handyman
Historically, French kings were crowned at the famous cathedral in which French city?	Notre-Dame Cathedral of Reims Origin and history of the coronation of the Kings of France Origin and history of the coronation of the Kings of France With the baptism of Clovis by Saint Remi in 498-499, the precedent of royal unction was established in the Reims Cathedral. However, the first King to be coronated, Pippin the Short, was crowned at Soissons in 751, then again at Saint Denis in 754 by Pope Stephen II. Reims, Coronation city since the 11th century Louis I (the Pious) was the first King to be coronated in the Cathedral of Reims, in 816, and a diplďż˝me from the Emperor to the Archbishop Ebbo made explicit reference to the baptism of Clovis as the reason for this decision. Nevertheless, the choice of Louis the Pious was not immediately followed by his Carolingian or Robertian successors, and it was only in the early 11th century that the Cathedral of Reims finally imposed itself as the Coronation Cathedral. From then on, with the exceptions of Louis VI (Orleans) and Henri VI (Chartres), all the kings of France who were coronated by royal unction (Louis XVIII and Louis-Philippe were not) were crowned in Reims by the Archbishop, or another prelate if the metropolitan seat was vacant. The King is dead. Long live the King! The coronation by royal, or divine, unction proceeded from the teachings of Saint Paul, who claimed that there was no authority except from God ("Non est enim potestas nisi a Deo, quæ autem sunt, a Deo ordinatæ sunt", Rom. 13, 1). Jurists and theorists of absolutism, especially during the Ancient Regime, didn't always agree with this. For some, the coronation did not make the King, he became King at the instant of the death of his predecessor, according the famous proclamation of the Chancellor of France, "The King is dead. Long live the King!" For others, coronation conferred legitimacy to the King. This was the belief that impelled Joan of Arc to conduct Charles VII to Reims to be coronated in 1429, even though, entrenched at Bourges, he had been reigning as King for seven years. The legend of the Holy Flask Like the Kings of the Old Testament, the coronation was the alliance between God and the Capetian sovereign: in exchange for divine unction, the King promised to reign with justice, to protect his people, and to uphold the religion. This alliance took tangible form with the apparition of the legend of the Sainte Ampoule, or Holy Flask, in the 9th century. It was during the coronation of Charles the Bald in Metz that the Archbishop of Reims, Hincmar, related in his Vita Remigii, the miracle of the small vial brought to Saint Remi by a dove, sent by God, to anoint Clovis. From several Remoise traditions, Hincmar embellished the discovery, in the tomb of Saint Remi, of a vial of aromatics that had served to embalm the body of the Prelate. Authenticated by Pope Innocent II in 1131 and entrusted to the keeping of the Abbey of Saint Remi until the Revolution, The Holy Flask assured the Church of Reims the privilege of being the coronation cathedral of French kings.
Launched by the Soviet Union in April 1971, what was the name of the first space station?	April 19, 1971: Soviets Put First Space Station Into Orbit \| WIRED April 19, 1971: Soviets Put First Space Station Into Orbit subscribe 6 months for $5 - plus a FREE Portable Phone Charger. On Twitter 11 hours Slack has started rolling out threaded messaging, which allows users to connect related messages in a given chatroom bit.ly/2joimKu Author: Tony Long. Tony Long Date of Publication: 04.19.11. Time of Publication: 7:00 am. 7:00 am April 19, 1971: Soviets Put First Space Station Into Orbit 1971: Salyut 1, the first operational space station, is launched. As they often were during the space race, the Soviets were out in front of NASA in concept and launch. But just as often, they were bedeviled by technical glitches and failures, and so it was with Salyut 1. Beaten to the moon by the Americans, the Soviet space program turned its attention to the deployment of a working space station , which had been on the drawing boards since 1964. Salyut 1 was essentially a lash-up, its components assembled from spacecraft originally designed for other purposes. The April launch went smoothly and Salyut 1 entered orbit, but it was all downhill after that. The crew of Soyuz 10 , intended to be the first cosmonauts to take occupancy of Salyut 1, couldn’t enter the space station because of a docking mechanism problem. The crew of
Which Israeli Prime Minister resigned in 1974 following the Yom Kippur War?	Mossad's tip-off ahead of Yom Kippur War did not reach prime minister, newly released papers show \| The Times of Israel ‘I should never have exposed Egypt’s 1973 war super spy’ The Israeli Mossad intelligence agency knew a full week in advance that Egypt was planning to launch a surprise attack on Yom Kippur 1973, but did not pass the information on in an orderly and explicit way to Prime Minister Golda Meir’s office, according to formerly classified information released Thursday. The findings come from the commission tasked with investigating the war. The warning indicated that Egypt was going to attack under the cover of a military drill. The Mossad’s information, received from a senior agent, Ashraf Marwan, Gamal Abdel Nasser’s son-in-law, was never handed over to the Prime Minister’s Office, according to Brig. Gen. Yisrael Lior, the prime minister’s military attaché. Lior is quoted in the newly declassified material as saying that had he known of the Mossad’s information he would have “flown” to the office of Deputy Prime Minister Yigal Allon — who was filling in for an absent Meir at the time — and alerted him. On October 5 at 12:30 at night, a cable marked urgent arrived at Mossad headquarters in Tel Aviv. In it, Marwan conveyed that war was imminent and asked for a London meeting with Mossad head Zvi Zamir. A night clerk read the document to Alfred Eini, Zamir’s aide, who told the commission that he felt the material was urgent enough to warrant waking Zamir. According to the newly released material, Yitzhak Nebenzahl, state comptroller and member of the commission, asked Eini whether the information regarded “a warning about the outbreak of war or [whether] the subject was war.” Eini said that “it was understood that this was a warning about the outbreak of war.” Eini called Zamir, who seemed groggy and unfocused. In the protocols Eini described the conversation: “He [Zamir] listened. Said ‘thank you’ and then said ‘okay, I’ll go see [Marwan] tomorrow morning.” The five-member Agranat Commission, chaired by American-born Chief Justice of the Supreme Court Shimon Agranat, was appointed by the government to examine the failures leading up to and during the early stages of the war. The new papers, kept under wraps for decades, were released just ahead of the 39th anniversary of the war. The commission’s public findings, released in the spring of 1974, called for the resignations of four senior officers, including Maj. Gen. Eli Zeira, the commander of military intelligence, and effectively forced from office chief of the General Staff Lt. Gen. David Elazar, who was found to “bear direct responsibility” for the army’s dismal state of readiness on the eve of the war. Prime Minister Meir was cleared of responsibility but ousted from office by public sentiment. She resigned her position some nine days after the publication of the report. Foreign Minister Abba Eban witnessed the radical change in the assessment of war during the space of several hours, according to the papers. He told the commission that on Friday afternoon at 17:30, less than an hour before the holiday’s onset, he received a cable from Israel stating that there was a chance of a coordinated Syrian and Egyptian attack but that the probability of this was low. Several hours later, he told the commission, he received the following: “According to authentic intelligence sources, the Egyptians and the Syrians will launch a coordinated attack toward evening. The goal: conquering the Golan, crossing the canal and establishing [themselves] on the western side.” “I would like to note,” Eban said, “that the mental change between the two cables was sharp, with no shift, which is to say, I had no experiences between the two cables.” The war, which lasted from October 6 to 25, 1973, cost 2,688 Israeli lives and deeply damaged the view of Israel as an indestructible force following the Six Day War. The two-front attack by Syria and Egypt came as an almost complete surprise on the holiest day of the Jewish calendar. Also according to the newly released documents, GOC No
Following the death of Augustus in AD14, who became the second Roman Emperor?	Augustus - Ancient History - HISTORY.com Google Augustus: Birth and Inheritance Of Augustus’ many names and honorifics, historians favor three of them, each for a different phase in the emperor’s life. From his birth in 63 B.C. he was Octavius; after his adoption was announced in 44 B.C., Octavian; and beginning in 26 B.C. the Roman Senate conferred on him the name Augustus, the august or exalted one. He was born Gaius Octavius Thurinus in Velletri, 20 miles from Rome. His father was a senator and governor in the Roman Republic. His mother Atai was Caesar’s niece, and the young Octavius was raised in part by his grandmother Julia Ceasaris, Caesar’s sister. Did You Know? In 8 B.C. Augustus had the Roman month of Sextilius renamed after himself—as his great-uncle and predecessor Julius Caesar had done with July. August was the month of several of the emperor's greatest victories, including the defeat and suicide of Antony and Cleopatra. He did not increase the month's length, which had been 31 days since the establishment of the Julian calendar in 45 B.C. Octavius donned the toga, the Roman sign of manhood, at age 16, and began taking on responsibilities through his family connections. In 47 B.C. he went to Hispania (modern-day Spain) to fight alongside Caesar. He was shipwrecked along the way, and had to cross enemy territory to reach his great-uncle—an act that impressed Caesar enough to name Octavius his heir and successor in his will. Augustus: The Path to Power The 17-year-old Octavius was at Apollonia (in present-day Albania) when the news of Caesar’s death and his own inheritance arrived. The dead ruler’s allies, including many in the senate, rallied around Octavian against their powerful rival Mark Antony . But after Octavian’s troops defeated Antony’s army in northern Italy, the future emperor refused an all-out pursuit of Antony, preferring an uneasy alliance with his rival. In 43 B.C. Octavian, Antony and Marcus Aemilus Lepidus established the Second Triumvirate, a power-sharing agreement that divided up Rome’s territories among them, with Antony given the East, Lepidus Africa and Octavian the West. In 41 B.C. Antony began a romantic and political alliance with Cleopatra , queen of Egypt, which continued even after a Senatorial decree forced his marriage to Octavian’s sister Octavia Minor. Lepidus remained a minor figure until Octavian finally had him ousted after the triumvirate’s renewal in 37 B.C. Antony’s affair with Cleopatra continued, and in 32 B.C. he divorced Octavia. In retaliation, Octavian declared war on Cleopatra. In the naval battle of Actium a year later, Octavian’s fleet, under his admiral Agrippa, cornered and defeated Antony’s ships. Cleopatra’s navy raced to aid her ally, but in the end the two lovers barely escaped. They returned to Egypt and committed suicide, leaving Octavian as Rome’s undisputed ruler. Augustus: Emperor in All but Name Historians date the start of Octavian’s monarchy to either 31 B.C. (the victory at Actium) or 27 B.C., when he was granted the name Augustus. In that four-year span, Octavian secured his rule on multiple fronts. Cleopatra’s seized treasure allowed him to pay his soldiers, securing their loyalty. To mollify Rome’s Senate and ruling classes, he passed laws harkening back—at least on the surface—to the traditions of the Roman Republic. And to win over the people, he worked to improve and beautify the city of Rome. During his 40-years reign, Augustus nearly doubled the size of the empire, adding territories in Europe and Asia Minor and securing alliances that gave him effective rule from Britain to India. He spent much of his time outside of Rome, consolidating power in the provinces and instituting a system of censuses and taxation that integrated the empire’s furthest reaches. He expanded the Roman network of roads, founded the Praetorian Guard and the Roman postal service and remade Rome with both grand (a new forum) and practical gestures (police and fire departments). Augustus: Family and Succession Augustus married three times, although his first union, t
On which river does the Welsh city of Newport stand?	Newport Travel Guide and Tourist Information: Newport, Gwent, Wales Newport Tourist Information and Tourism (Newport, Gwent, South Wales, UK) The third-biggest city in the whole of the country, Newport stands in the Gwent area of Wales and is an important centre of industry and commerce. However, much of central Newport has retained its Victorian character and does contain some rather elegant architecture, such as the unusual and stylish Transporter Bridge, a sky-blue structure, which is more than 100 years old and transfers cars across the River Usk in a cradle-like cage. In recent years, the city of Newport has undeniably become more tourist friendly, with a strong tourism vibe in many areas, especially during the summer months, when the shopping streets around John Frost Square can become extremely busy. The restaurants in Newport have also improved and now offer a rather cosmopolitan approach to cooking. Newport is located alongside the Severn Estuary and is close to the mount of the meandering River Usk. Following the demise of the city's coal mining and iron industries, Newport has turned to tourism more and more, welcoming visitors at every opportunity. When arriving here, a visit to the Newport (Gwent) Tourist Information Centre (TIC) within the Museum and Art Gallery on John Frost Square is in order, when the staff will offer some useful tourist information about the city's main districts, including the Caerleon, Pillgwenlly, Rogerstone and Stow Hill areas, together with general tourism advice. Many top tourist attractions are scattered around the city of Newport and include the extremely popular open-top guided bus tours - available during the summer months and offering live commentary, with information about the city's past; walking and hiking - with many popular walking trails taking in much of the surrounding countryside; the Riverfront Theatre and the Dolman Theatre - both featuring seating for more than 400 people and a good programme of plays, musicals and concerts; two popular cinemas - with one cinema along Bridge Street in the city centre, and a further multi-screen complex at the Newport Retail Park; the Newport Centre - a superb leisure centre with a large swimming pool and an extensive range of sporting facilities; Belle Vue Park - dating back to the end of the 19th century and offering plenty of Victorian charm and botanic specimens; and also Beechwood Park - a historic parkland with playing fields, tennis courts and a bowling green. More information about Newport Tourist Attractions . Around Newport you will also discover a number of rather eye-catching buildings, many of which have a particularly interesting past. Newport's main landmarks include the Westgate Hotel - with battle scars from the famous Chartist riot of 1839; St. Woolos Cathedral - a grand building with a mixture of architectural styles and some original 11th-century features; Newport Castle - important listed remains including two prominent octagonal towers and a courtyard area; Tredegar House - a grand 17th-century residence, surrounded by a vast parkland with woodland walks and a large boating lake; and the Caerleon Amphitheatre Barracks and Baths - a particularly ancient site with roman fortress ruins believed to be around 2,000 years old. More information about Newport Landmarks . Some of Newport's most notable museums and art galleries include the city's outstanding 'Open-Air Museum' - which offers a sculpture trail around the city, passing many prominent art works along the way; Newport Museum and Art Gallery - with an outstanding collection of paintings and ceramics, including works by a number of famous artists, together with historical information about the city; the Riverfront Art Gallery - a notable venue with many changing exhibitions, lectures and workshops; and the Ffwrrwm Arts and Crafts Centre - sited in the suburban village of Caerleon and known for its sculpture garden. More information about Newport Museums and Art Galleries . Close to Newport are a number of lively towns and cities, where you will find plenty of
Who was the Hindu god of fire, portrayed with three legs and a thousand eyes?	Agni: The Fire God of the Hindus Agni: The Fire God of the Hindus Agni: The Fire God of the Hindus Excerpted & Abridged from WJ Wilkins' 'Hindu Mythology, Vedic & Puranic' Agni, God of Fire. W.J. Wilkins Hinduism Expert By Subhamoy Das Agni, the god of Fire, is one of the most prominent of the deities of the Vedas . With the single exception of Indra, more hymns are addressed to him than to any other deity. The Origin & Appearance of Agni Various accounts are given of the origin of Agni. He is said to be a son of Dyaus and Prithivi; he is called the son of Brahma , and is then named Abhimani; and he is reckoned amongst the children of Kasyapa and Aditi, and hence one of the Adityas. In the later writings he is described as a son of Angiras, king of the Pitris (fathers of mankind), and the authorship of several hymns is ascribed to him. In pictures, he is represented as a red man, having three legs and seven arms, dark eyes, eyebrows and hair. He rides on a ram, wears a poita (Brahmanical thread), and a garland of fruit. Flames of fire issue from his mouth, and seven streams of glory radiate from his body. The Many Hues of Agni Agni is an immortal who has taken up his abode with mortals as their guest. He is the domestic priest who rises before the dawn, and who concentrates in his own person and exercises in a higher sense all the various sacrificial offices which the Indian ritual assigns to a number of different human functionaries. He is a sage, the divinest among the sages, immediately acquainted with all the forms of worship; the wise director, the successful accomplisher, and the protector of all ceremonies, who enables men to serve the gods in a correct and acceptable manner in cases where they could not do this with their own unaided skill. He is a swift messenger, moving between heaven and earth, commissioned both by gods and men to maintain their mutual communication, to announce to the immortals the hymns, and to convey to them the oblations of their worshippers; or to bring them (the immortals) down from the sky to the place of sacrifice. He accompanies the gods when they visit the earth, and shares in the reverence and adoration which they receive. He makes the oblations fragrant; without him the gods experience no satisfaction. The Uniqueness of Agni Agni is the lord, protector, king of men. He is the lord of the house, dwelling in every abode. He is a guest in every home; he despises no man, he lives in every family. He is therefore considered as a mediator between gods and men, and as a witness of their actions; hence to the present day he is worshipped, and his blessing sought on all solemn occasions, as at marriage, death, etc. In these old hymns Agni is spoken of as dwelling in the two pieces of wood which being rubbed together produce fire; and it is noticed as a remarkable thing that a living being should spring out of dry (dead) wood. Strange to say, says the poet, the child, as soon as born, begins with unnatural voracity to consume his parents. Wonderful is his growth, seeing that he is born of a mother who cannot nourish him; but he is nourished by the oblations of clarified butter which are poured into his mouth, and which he consumes. The Might of Agni The highest divine functions are ascribed to Agni. Although in some places he is spoken of as the son of heaven and earth, in others he is said to have stretched them out; to have formed them, and all that flies or walks, or stands or moves. He formed the sun, and adorned the heavens with stars. Men tremble at his mighty deeds, and his ordinances cannot be resisted. Earth, heaven, and all things obey his commands. All the gods fear, and do homage to him. He knows the secrets of mortals, and hears the invocations that are addressed to him. Why do Hindus Worship Agni? The worshippers of Agni prosper, are wealthy, and live long. He watches with a thousand eyes over the man who brings him food, and nourishes him with oblations. No mortal enemy can by any wondrous power gain the mastery over him who sacrifices to this god. He also confers and is the
Which Italian city was ruled by the Visconti family between 1277 and 1477?	Visconti \| Define Visconti at Dictionary.com Visconti an Italian family that ruled Milan and Lombardy from 1277 to 1447. 2. Gian Galeazzo [jahn gahlyaht-saw] /ˈdʒɑn ˈgɑlyɑt sɔ/ (Show IPA), 1351–1402, Milanese leader who conquered much of N Italy. 3. Luchino [loo-kee-naw] /luˈki nɔ/ (Show IPA), 1906–76, Italian stage and film director. Dictionary.com Unabridged Examples from the Web for Visconti Expand Contemporary Examples Other themes are more character-based, such as the “Bowie, Cocteau, Visconti” section, in deference to dandies and dapper men. New Italian sketches John Addington Symonds An Orsini might be as bad in Pisa as a Visconti, so we might as well send some of our own people to be on the spot. My evil stars led me to Milan, where I had business with the Visconti. Rienzi Edward Bulwer Lytton Thence he sent to the brothers Wetstein, publishers at Amsterdam, the proofs of his edition of the letters of Visconti. You are no Visconti—no Castracani—you cannot stain your laurels with revenge upon a woman. Rienzi Edward Bulwer Lytton To such an extent was the growing tyranny of the Visconti still dependent upon their office delegated from the Empire.
In which country are the headquarters of the European Court of Justice?	Court of Justice of the European Union \| International Justice Resource Center Support Our Work Court of Justice of the European Union The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in Luxembourg encompasses three distinct courts (Court of Justice, General Court, and Civil Service Tribunal) that exercise the judicial functions of the European Union (EU), which aims to achieve greater political and economic integration among EU Member States. However, the Civil Service Tribunal only considers labor disputes raised by EU civil servants against EU institutions. The CJEU has competence to hear individual complaints of alleged human rights violations, which are decided by the General Court and may be reviewed on appeal by the European Court of Justice. The current EU Member States are: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom. Originally established in 1952 as the Court of Justice of the European Coal and Steel Communities to ensure observance of the law “in the interpretation and application” of the EU treaties, CJEU currently holds jurisdiction to: review the legality of institutional actions by the European Union; ensure that Member States comply with their obligations under EU law; and, interpret European Union law at the request of the national courts and tribunals. The CJEU hears complaints brought by individuals through the subsidiary General Court under three circumstances under Article 263 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) . First, individuals may bring a “ direct actions ” against any body of the EU for acts “of direct and individual concern to them.” Second, individuals may bring “ actions for annulment ” to void a regulation, directive or decision “adopted by an institution, body, office or agency of the European Union” and directly adverse to the individual. Third, individuals may bring “ actions for failure to act ” that can challenge an adverse failure of the EU to act, but “only after the institution concerned has been called on to act. Where the failure to act is held to be unlawful, it is for the institution concerned to put an end to the failure by appropriate measures.” General Court judgments and rulings on an individual action may be appealed, only on points of law, to the Court of Justice . The EU recognizes “three sources of European Union law: primary law , secondary law and supplementary law. The main sources of primary law are the Treaties establishing the European Union. Secondary sources are legal instruments based on the Treaties and include unilateral secondary law and conventions and agreements . Supplementary sources are elements of law not provided for by the Treaties. This category includes Court of Justice case-law, international law and general principles of law.” An essential, primary source of EU human rights law is the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union , which covers the civil, political, economic and social rights protected within the EU. The Charter binds EU bodies, and also applies to domestic governments in their application of EU law, in accordance with the Treaty of Lisbon . The CJEU also views the European Convention of Human Rights as embodying principles of law applicable in EU Member States. See, e.g., Criminal Proceedings against Gianfranco Perfili, Case C-177/94, Judgment of 1 February 1996. In that case, the Court stated: According to settled case-law, where national legislation falls within the field of application of Community law, the Court, when requested to give a preliminary ruling, must provide the national court with all the elements of interpretation which are necessary in order to enable it to assess the compatibility of that legislation with the fundamental rights — as laid down in particular in the European Convention of Human Rights — the observance of which the Court ensures. However, the C
Which engineer built the Menai Suspension Bridge and the Caledonian Canal?	History of the Two Bridges over the Menai Straits Anglesey, North Wales The History of the Bridges on the Menai Straits off the Island of Anglesey, North Wales. Thomas Telford's Suspension Bridge across the Menai Straits. Thomas Telford's Suspension Bridge Thomas Telford (1757-1834) began life as a shepherd in his native Scotland, and then took an apprenticeship as a stone mason. Later he moved to London, where he furthered his education. By 1788 he got the job of Surveyor of public works in Shropshire. After returning to his native Scotland for a couple of years, he returned to England to work on the Ellesmere Canal, which included the wonderful Pontcysyllte aqueduct. Over the next ten years he carried on surveying and still continued to work on large building projects like the Caledonian Canal. He started work on the Menai Suspension Bridge in 1819, and it was completed and opened on 30th Jan 1826. He was also responsible for the extensive improvements on the Holyhead to London road, including the erection of the Anglesey Toll Houses. His improvements to the road took 9 hours off the previous journey time. This was the first iron suspension bridge of its kind in the world, and was probably Telford`s most acclaimed achievement, yet it is only fair to say he would have received a lot of assistance from William Alexander Provis, who was the resident engineer. This was a massive improvement, not only for the people travelling to Ireland, but also to the locals, who for the first time could cross to and from the mainland without fear of perishing in the dangerous waters of the Menai Straits. To allow for the height of ships passing under the bridge, the criteria was that the bridge should have at least 100 foot of clearance from the span to the water. Building began with the stone pillars, the stone for which was quarried from Penmon quarry. Then the enormous task of lifting the 16 chains that would span the bridge started, these would be the main supports. In order to lift the central section of chain – weighing 23 and a half tons – it took 150 men using block and tackle. A large gathered crowd clapped thunderously as the connection was successfully made. The road surface of the bridge covers a distance of circa 579 foot. Stephenon's Tubular Bridge from Telford's Bridge The Menai Suspension Bridge being re-painted in 2005 The Tubular Bridge and a snow-capped Snowdonia from the Anglesey Column The Menai Straits winding its way A panoramic view from Anglesey Column - with the suspension bridge and a snow-capped Snowdonia Thomas Telford's Suspension bridge
In Shakespeare's 'The Tempest', what is the name of the daughter of 'Prospero' who falls in love with 'Ferdinand'?	SparkNotes: The Tempest: Character List Character List Plot Overview Analysis of Major Characters Prospero - The play’s protagonist, and father of Miranda. Twelve years before the events of the play, Prospero was the duke of Milan. His brother, Antonio, in concert with Alonso, king of Naples, usurped him, forcing him to flee in a boat with his daughter. The honest lord Gonzalo aided Prospero in his escape. Prospero has spent his twelve years on the island refining the magic that gives him the power he needs to punish and forgive his enemies. Read an in-depth analysis of Prospero. Miranda - The daughter of Prospero, Miranda was brought to the island at an early age and has never seen any men other than her father and Caliban, though she dimly remembers being cared for by female servants as an infant. Because she has been sealed off from the world for so long, Miranda’s perceptions of other people tend to be naïve and non-judgmental. She is compassionate, generous, and loyal to her father. Read an in-depth analysis of Miranda. Ariel - Prospero’s spirit helper. Ariel is referred to throughout this SparkNote and in most criticism as “he,” but his gender and physical form are ambiguous. Rescued by Prospero from a long imprisonment at the hands of the witch Sycorax, Ariel is Prospero’s servant until Prospero decides to release him. He is mischievous and ubiquitous, able to traverse the length of the island in an instant and to change shapes at will. He carries out virtually every task that Prospero needs accomplished in the play. Caliban - Another of Prospero’s servants. Caliban, the son of the now-deceased witch Sycorax, acquainted Prospero with the island when Prospero arrived. Caliban believes that the island rightfully belongs to him and has been stolen by Prospero. His speech and behavior is sometimes coarse and brutal, as in his drunken scenes with Stephano and Trinculo (II.ii, IV.i), and sometimes eloquent and sensitive, as in his rebukes of Prospero in Act I, scene ii, and in his description of the eerie beauty of the island in Act III, scene ii (III.ii.130-138). Read an in-depth analysis of Caliban. Ferdinand - Son and heir of Alonso. Ferdinand seems in some ways to be as pure and naïve as Miranda. He falls in love with her upon first sight and happily submits to servitude in order to win her father’s approval. Alonso - King of Naples and father of Ferdinand. Alonso aided Antonio in unseating Prospero as Duke of Milan twelve years before. As he appears in the play, however, he is acutely aware of the consequences of all his actions. He blames his decision to marry his daughter to the Prince of Tunis on the apparent death of his son. In addition, after the magical banquet, he regrets his role in the usurping of Prospero. Antonio - Prospero’s brother. Antonio quickly demonstrates that he is power-hungry and foolish. In Act II, scene i, he persuades Sebastian to kill the sleeping Alonso. He then goes along with Sebastian’s absurd story about fending off lions when Gonzalo wakes up and catches Antonio and Sebastian with their swords drawn. Sebastian - Alonso’s brother. Like Antonio, he is both aggressive and cowardly. He is easily persuaded to kill his brother in Act II, scene i, and he initiates the ridiculous story about lions when Gonzalo catches him with his sword drawn. Gonzalo - An old, honest lord, Gonzalo helped Prospero and Miranda to escape after Antonio usurped Prospero’s title. Gonzalo’s speeches provide an important commentary on the events of the play, as he remarks on the beauty of the island when the stranded party first lands, then on the desperation of Alonso after the magic banquet, and on the miracle of the reconciliation in Act V, scene i. Trinculo & Stephano - Trinculo, a jester, and Stephano, a drunken butler, are two minor members of the shipwrecked party. They provide a comic foil to the other, more powerful pairs of Prospero and Alonso and Antonio and Sebastian. Their drunken boasting and petty greed reflect and deflate the quarrels and power struggles of Prospero and the other noblem
Which city in New York State was settled by the Dutch in 1624 and originally known as Fort Orange?	Dutch Colonization Dutch and English Colonization in New England Although the Netherlands only controlled the Hudson River Valley from 1609 until 1664, in that short time, Dutch entrepreneurs established New Netherland, a series of trading posts, towns, and forts up and down the Hudson River that laid the groundwork for towns that still exist today. Fort Orange, the northernmost of the Dutch outposts, is known today as Albany; New York City's original name was New Amsterdam, and the New Netherland's third major settlement, Wiltwyck, is known today as Kingston. Unlike New York City and Albany, however, where the traces of colonization can be difficult to find, in Kingston, the history of New York's Dutch colonization is quite evident. In 1609, two years after English settlers established the colony of Jamestown in Virginia, the Dutch East India Company hired English sailor Henry Hudson to find a northeast passage to India. After unsuccessfully searching for a route above Norway, Hudson turned his ship west and sailed across the Atlantic. Hudson hoped to discover a "northwest passage," that would allow a ship to cross the entirety of the North American continent and gain access to the Pacific Ocean, and from there, India. After arriving off the coast of Cape Cod, Hudson eventually sailed into the mouth of a large river, today called the Hudson River. Making his way as far as present-day Albany before the river became too shallow for his ship to continue north, Hudson returned to Europe and claimed the entire Hudson River Valley for his Dutch employers. After unsuccessful efforts at colonization, the Dutch Parliament chartered the "West India Company," a national-joint stock company that would organize and oversee all Dutch ventures in the Western Hemisphere. Sponsored by the West India Company, 30 families arrived in North America in 1624, establishing a settlement on present-day Manhattan. Much like English colonists in Virginia, however, the Dutch settlers did not take much of an interest in agriculture, and focused on the more lucrative fur trade. In 1626, Director General Peter Minuit arrived in Manhattan, charged by the West India Company with the task of administering the struggling colony. Minuit "purchased" Manhattan Island from Native American Indians for the now legendary price of 60 guilders, formally established New Amsterdam, and consolidated and strengthened a fort located far up the Hudson River, named Fort Orange. The colony grew slowly, as settlers, responding to generous land-grant and trade policies, slowly spread north up the Hudson River. The slow expansion of New Netherland, however, caused conflicts with both English colonists and Native Americans in the region. In the 1630s, the new Director General Wouter van Twiller sent an expedition out from New Amsterdam up to the Connecticut River into lands claimed by English settlers. Faced with the prospect of armed conflict, Twiller was forced to back down and recall the expedition, losing any claims to the Connecticut Valley. In the upper reaches of the Hudson Valley around Fort Orange, (present-day Albany) where the needs of the profitable fur trade required a careful policy of appeasement with the Iroquois Confederacy, the Dutch authorities maintained peace, but corruption and lax trading policies plagued the area. In the lower Hudson Valley, where more colonists were setting up small farms, Native Americans came to be viewed as obstacles to European settlement. In the 1630s and early 1640s, the Dutch Director Generals carried on a brutal series of campaigns against the area's Native Americans, largely succeeding in crushing the strength of the "River Indians," but also managing to create a bitter atmosphere of tension and suspicion between European settlers and Native Americans. Director General Peter Stuyvesant The year 1640 marked a turning point for the colony. The West India Company gave up its trade monopoly, enabling other businessmen to invest in New Netherland. Profits flowed to Amsterdam, encouraging new economic activity in th
Which Italian football club did Sven-Goran Eriksson leave in order to take over as manager of England?	Pro League: Sven-Goran Eriksson leaves Dubai club Al Nasr after four months \| The National China's Guangzhou R&F is reportedly interested in internationally renowned coach Sven-Goran Eriksson, but the former England coach, when asked if China is his next destination, answers: 'Maybe, but there are other solutions as well.' Pro League: Sven-Goran Eriksson leaves Dubai club Al Nasr after four months UAE football DUBAI // Sven-Goran Eriksson's brief tenure at Al Nasr has come to an end after the Swede revealed he will leave the UAE to return to club coaching. The former England coach arrived in January as the Dubai side's technical adviser and signed an 18-month contract with a remit to oversee the technical development of all aspects of the football set-up, with particular focus on the youth academy. He was also said to form an integral component in the club's committee tasked with identifying potential signings. Eriksson was expected to continue in his role despite Nasr's decision on Saturday to part company with Walter Zenga , their coach of the past two and a half seasons. Eriksson was initially tipped to replace the Italian, although both he and the club's board dismissed the idea. He did not provide Nasr with the sort of recognition Diego Maradona gave Al Wasl during the previous Pro League season, but many fans of world football would have recognised Eriksson, 65, as he sat in the VIP area of Nasr home games over the final half of the season, often speaking with club officials seated on either side of him. It now seems certain he will take a position at Guangzhou R&F, a team in the Chinese Super League, who last month claimed they were in discussions with the former Benfica, Lazio, Sampdoria and Manchester City manager. Only last week, Eriksson denied he had been in contact with the club. "I'm leaving Al Nasr, and Dubai early in the morning," he said last night. "I have done what I set out to do: I looked at football schools, academies and the first team, and I've given my advice on everything, such as how to get the best out of the academy and other details. "So that part of the job is done. Now it's up to the club to do it or not. But from my side it's done. "I might also have a possibility to go back into coaching somewhere. You will know that in a couple of days." When asked if his next destination is China, Eriksson replied: "Maybe, but there are other solutions as well." Eriksson's decision not to see out his contract will disappoint Nasr, as they had recently reiterated their determination to retain one of the most experienced men in world football. Eriksson has led a nomadic existence during the past few years, which in 2010 saw him briefly manage Ivory Coast and then Leicester City. Last September he accepted a director of football role at BEC Tero Sasana, the two-time Thai champions. That his work with Nasr lasted only 19 weeks may rankle with the club's supporters, but Eriksson says he is content with his contribution. "I've been here four and a half months and I feel I've done what the club asked me to," he said. "So I'm finished. I've been very happy here and thanks to the chairman and vice chairman for that. They're very good people to work with and I'll go on and help them in the future if they want and if I can. "I can give them advice about coaches and players, whatever is needed." Eriksson refused to comment on whether he has played a part in the identification of Zenga's successor, simply adding: "Everything is done, but everything is confidential." ï¿½
Bismark is the capital of which US state?	nd.gov: Official Portal for North Dakota State Government Official Portal for North Dakota State Government Sheyenne River Valley ND Parks and Recreation Garrison Dam Trailrace January 2014 Craig Bihrle Country Church Winter Sunrise Ronald F. Fischer Winter Bales Bismarck is the Capital of the state of North Dakota. State Capitol Complex North Dakota has enjoyed two statehouses, the first constructed during the territorial period (1883-4) five years before statehood in 1889. Fire consumed the Capitol on the night of December 28, 1930. They sold 160 acres of the Capitol grounds to help pay for the 2nd building. The second and present Capitol was completed in 1934, in the depths of the Great Depression. They eliminated much of the exterior ornament from Holabird and Root's design. For instance, a thirty-foot statue intended for the entry plaza in front of Memorial Hall was reduced to a simple obelisk and eventually was removed altogether. They also deleted the decorative etching from the cornice stones of the Legislative wing and from the metal panels between windows of the administrative tower. The abandonment of exterior embellishment does not deny the building's Art Deco roots; rather, that simplification links the building with the International Style, an architectural order which dominated commercial construction after World War II. North Dakota's Capitol was slightly under its $2 million dollar limit, has 80 percent usable space, it cost merely 46 cents per cubic foot! The Capitol Building is 241 feet and 8 inches in height. The WPA workers (Works Progress Administration), made .30 cents per hour and went on strike to get .50 cents. This is when the Capitol went under martial Law 6-1-33. Pictures of Old and new Capitol, WPA workers, Capitol under martial law.
'The Glorious Revolution' brought which monarch to the throne of England?	The Glorious Revolution of 1688 The Glorious Revolution of 1688 Stephen Quinn, Texas Christian University The Glorious Revolution was when William of Orange took the English throne from James II in 1688. The event brought a permanent realignment of power within the English constitution. The new co-monarchy of King William III and Queen Mary II accepted more constraints from Parliament than previous monarchs had, and the new constitution created the expectation that future monarchs would also remain constrained by Parliament. The new balance of power between parliament and crown made the promises of the English government more credible, and credibility allowed the government to reorganize its finances through a collection of changes called the Financial Revolution. A more contentious argument is that the constitutional changes made property rights more secure and thus promoted economic development. Historical Overview Tension between king and parliament ran deep throughout the seventeenth century. In the 1640s, the dispute turned into civil war. The loser, Charles I, was beheaded in 1649; his sons, Charles and James, fled to France; and the victorious Oliver Cromwell ruled England in the 1650s. Cromwell’s death in 1659 created a political vacuum, so Parliament invited Charles I’s sons back from exile, and the English monarchy was restored with the coronation of Charles II in 1660. Tensions after the Restoration The Restoration, however, did not settle the fundamental questions of power between king and Parliament. Indeed, exile had exposed Charles I’s sons to the strong monarchical methods of Louis XIV. Charles and James returned to Britain with expectations of an absolute monarchy justified by the Divine Right of Kings, so tensions continued during the reigns of Charles II (1660-1685) and his brother James II (1685-88). Table 1 lists many of the tensions and the positions favored by each side. The compromise struck during the Restoration was that Charles II would control his succession, that he would control his judiciary, and that he would have the power to collect traditional taxes. In exchange, Charles II would remain Protestant and the imposition of additional taxes would require Parliament’s approval. Table 1 Issues Separating Crown and Parliament, 1660-1688 Issue Royal right to control succession (Parliamentary approval NOT required) Parliament’s right to meet (Royal summons NOT required) Royal authority sufficient to impose and collect traditional taxes. Parliamentary authority necessary to impose and collect traditional taxes. traditional taxes traditional taxes. Royal authority sufficient to impose and collect new taxes. Parliamentary authority necessary to impose and collect new taxes. Appropriation Complete royal control over expenditures. Parliamentary audit or even appropriation. In practice, authority over additional taxation was how Parliament constrained Charles II. Charles brought England into war against Protestant Holland (1665-67) with the support of extra taxes authorized by Parliament. In the years following that war, however, the extra funding from Parliament ceased, but Charles II’s borrowing and spending did not. By 1671, all his income was committed to regular expenses and paying interest on his debts. Parliament would not authorize additional funds, so Charles II was fiscally shackled. Treaty of Dover To regain fiscal autonomy and subvert Parliament, Charles II signed the secret Treaty of Dover with Louis XIV in 1671. Charles agreed that England would join France in war against Holland and that he would publicly convert to Catholicism. In return, Charles received cash from France and the prospect of victory spoils that would solve his debt problem. The treaty, however, threatened the Anglican Church, contradicted Charles II’s stated policy of support for Protestant Holland, and provided a source of revenue independent of Parliament. Moreover, to free the money needed to launch his scheme, Charles stopped servicing many of his debts in an act called the Stop of the Exchequer, and, in Machiavelli
What sort of food is 'Raclette'?	Real Food Raclette Dinner Party — WHOLISTIC COACHING When you hear the word raclette, know that it means two things: It is kind of cheese from Switzerland It is a style of meal where you gather around a 'raclette dish' and melt cheese and cook delicious food. It's kind of like a fondue except even better, in my opinion! Here is my raclette (you can get your own here ). So basically, you sit around the raclette, and cook your food on it (my favourite method is that everyone has their own little section on the stone where they choose what they want to eat/cook). Notice the little trays below the cooking stone- that's where you melt the cheese. Delish. What you will need: Butter Food is just oh-so-delicious when cooked in butter- and it actually helps you absorb the fat-soluble vitamins in your veggies, so don't be afraid to load up on it ( source ). If you have a dairy sensitivity, don't worry! You can use olive oil or even coconut oil. So, once your raclette stone is heated up, coat it in butter, and then start piling on the food! The Cheese As you probably have guessed, raclette cheese is what is intended to be used for a raclette dinner. It is a delicious cheese that melts beautifully and has an amazing flavour. That being said, raclette cheese is both hard to find and can be a little on the expensive side. Solution: Buy swiss cheese. It works just as well and tastes great! You can either buy pre-sliced swiss cheese or ask the person at the deli to slice it for you (please do yourself a favour though and buy good quality cheese, so that you aren't eating cheese with tons of preservatives and other yucky things). I like to give each guest their own plate of cheese, just so that one person doesn't eat it all (yes, I like to ration & am a bit crazy about these things!). The Meats Feel free to use your own discretion here, but I will typical serve: Beef strips (for best flavour, marinate in sauce of your choice for at least an hour before your guests arrive) Sausage (Boiled & sliced- do this before your guests arrive) Scallops or shrimp The Fixings The fixings can include whatever you want. And the best part is, if you want to involve your guests (you know how people always ask "what can I bring?") you can ask each guest to chop up a vegetable or two, and then voila! All your fixings are set to go. This is what I usually serve: Peppers Onions Zucchini Red potatoes (I usually do the potatoes myself, because I boil them for about 15 minutes, and then slice them, to ensure fast cooking on the raclette). And trust me when I say a little goes a long way. If you have 4 people over for your raclette dinner party, you may be tempted to use 3 peppers. But you will only need ONE! I promise, the food stretches so far. The "scoopers" It's always nice to have something to act as a good base to pile the food on. I usually serve: Sourdough baguette Socca Bread (a gluten-free Mediterranean flatbread that is easy to make at home!) The people Grab your favorite people & your stretchy pants and settle in for a night of fun. Also, the raclette lets off a lot of heat, so I always suggest to my guests to wear short sleeves! (The only person who didn't take that advice was my darling husband, as you can see. You may also be able to see the sweat on his face). The morning after... What's even better than the minimal food preparation, and the wonderful time you will have with your guests is this: raclette breakfast leftovers. I recommend throwing all remaining veggies and sausage in a pan, topping it with butter and some spices (sea salt, pepper, basil, rosemary) and bake it up! Then, top with a soft boiled egg, and you have a glorious breakfast, all thanks to your amazing dinner party the night before. Highly recommended: play this song while you are 1) preparing your portion of the meal to get pumped up 2) preparing your leftover breakfast the next day. Enjoy! PS: If you want to see a behind the scenes look of this Raclette dinner party click here .
The English National Opera is resident in which London theatre?	Theatres and Venues near to LONDON COLISEUM - ENGLISH NATIONAL OPERA (ENO) \| LondonTown.com Theatre \| Until 23rd September 2017 Fortune Theatre 2 minutes walk from London Coliseum - English National Opera (eno) One of the less well-known West-End fixtures, this adaptation of Susan Hill's gothic novel has been packing out houses since ... More Theatre \| Until 14th January 2017 Adelphi Theatre 3 minutes walk from London Coliseum - English National Opera (eno) Inspired by a true story and based on the 2005 British film of the same name, Cyndi Lauper and Harvey ... More Theatre \| Until 4th February 2017 Vaudeville Theatre 3 minutes walk from London Coliseum - English National Opera (eno) An all-star cast which includes Katherine Parkinson (famous for The IT Crowd and Humans), Ralf Little (The Royle Family, Two ... More Theatre \| Until 15th October 2017 Cambridge Theatre 3 minutes walk from London Coliseum - English National Opera (eno) The Royal Shakespeare Company's multiple award-winning musical adaptation of Roald Dahl's celebrated children's book Matilda is a big hit at ... More Theatre \| Until 4th June 2017 The Lyceum Theatre 3 minutes walk from London Coliseum - English National Opera (eno) The Lion King tells the story of Simba - the epic adventure of his battles, his friendships, his dreams and ... More
Which city on the River Volga is the centre of the Caviar industry?	Volga River Towns Fade Along With Prized Sturgeon : NPR Volga River Towns Fade Along With Prized Sturgeon Embed Embed Volga River Towns Fade Along With Prized Sturgeon Volga River Towns Fade Along With Prized Sturgeon Embed Embed Floating through the Volga River delta as it approaches the Caspian Sea. Previous Photos by Anne Garrels/NPR Hide caption A collective of fishermen hauls in the catch under the observation of police. Astrakhan, the last major city downstream on the Volga River before it reaches the Caspian, was once the caviar capital of Russia. Previous Next Hide caption When sturgeon neared extinction, the Russian government banned commercial fishing of the endangered species. For these fishermen, it meant going after other types of fish and a dramatic cut in their income. Previous Next Hide caption Because of overfishing, this collective is among the lucky few to retain fishing rights on the Volga. Previous Next Hide caption Astrakhan's fish market boasts smoked fish and the fresh catches of the day. But there is little black caviar available, and what is for sale must have government documents to show it is legal. Previous View slideshow Final of five parts Astrakhan is the last major city downstream on the Volga River, on the edge of a delta reaching into the Caspian Sea. This is the spawning ground for beluga and its cousin, the highly prized Caspian sturgeon, which together produce four-fifths of the world's black caviar. A fisherman looks at sturgeon lying in a boat on the Volga River near Astrakhan in August 2000. The communities around Astrakhan are struggling as the sturgeon population plummeted during recent decades. Oleg Nikishin/Newsmakers/Getty Images News hide caption toggle caption Oleg Nikishin/Newsmakers/Getty Images News A fisherman looks at sturgeon lying in a boat on the Volga River near Astrakhan in August 2000. The communities around Astrakhan are struggling as the sturgeon population plummeted during recent decades. Oleg Nikishin/Newsmakers/Getty Images News Astrakhan has long been known as Russia's caviar capital — but no more. As the fish neared extinction in the 1990s, Russia declared the situation critical. It has banned all commercial sturgeon fishing in the Caspian basin and the export of all black caviar. Now, both the sturgeon and the local people struggle to survive. Not so long ago, Astrakhan's fish market glistened with heaps of affordable fresh caviar — sturgeon's gooey black eggs, often called "black gold." But these days, the only caviar legally available there is from government-regulated fish farms. There aren't a lot of them and they don't come near to meeting Russian and world demand for caviar — even at a whopping $1,000 to $2,000 per kilogram on the official market. The economic decline is reflected in the crumbling one-story wooden buildings that still make up much of the city center. Credit: Alyson Hurt/NPR Gennady Rozenberg, a biologist at the Russian Academy of Sciences in the Volga city of Togliatti, says the government needs to do more now to encourage sturgeon farming. He says these farms can help restore stocks, produce more caviar, cut down on the black market and boost the faltering local economy. "Perhaps it's not yet clear to Moscow that natural resources like sturgeon are no less valuable than oil, gas and coal, on which Russia currently lives. I think our government simply doesn't understand this can be a significant source of income," he says. Article continues after sponsorship Sturgeon's Dramatic Decline Devotees of caviar date back to ancient Egypt and Greece. Russian czars had a monopoly on its sale. Before the 1917 revolution, churches on the Volga were not allowed to ring their bells as the giant fish came upriver for fear of disturbing their spawning. But the numbers of sturgeon suddenly showed a dramatic decline in the late 1990s. There are various views on what led to this and what their future may be now. Soviet leader Joseph Stalin destroyed key spawning grounds with the construction of a series of hydroelectric stations along the Volga. Some
An ally of Germany, of which country was Boris king until his murder in August 1943?	The Jewish Week - Current April 28, 2000 / 23 Nisan 5760 The Unknown Rescue By: Steve Lipman, Staff Writer Before the war, 48,000 Jews lived in Bulgaria. After the Nazi defeat, there were 49,000. Here�s the seldom-told story Plovdiv, Bulgaria -- Albert Alkalai put on his raincoat, the one with the small yellow Jewish star on the lapel, left his family�s house and walked to work a quarter-mile away in the central square at 8 a.m. on March 10, 1943. The morning was sunny. �A little bit chilly, as in March,� Alkalai remembers. He was 19, an out-of-work accountant, a Jew working with �special permission� that morning. The store where he was employed by a sympathetic Bulgarian was shuttered, closed like the other businesses on the street. �It gave a hint something unusual was going on,� he says. Then Alkalai saw some young Jews, friends, rushing around with bags of clothing. They told him why - police had rounded up hundreds of Jewish families in the early hours, bringing them to the courtyard of the Jewish school. At the railroad station, empty cars were waiting to take the Jews to Poland, to their death in concentration camps. March 10 was the beginning of what the Nazis, Bulgaria�s ally during World War II, hoped would be the end of Bulgarian Jewry. But it didn�t happen. Little known in the West, certainly less then the Danish rescue of its 8,000 Jews, the story of Bulgaria and its Jewish population is among the most dramatic tales of the Holocaust. Historians still disagree over the relative roles played by King Boris III, members of the country�s fascist government, the Bulgarian Orthodox Church and the Bulgarian people. But one fact is beyond dispute -- before the war, 48,000 Jews lived in Bulgaria; after the war, the figure was 49,000. Though some Jews died as member of partisan units in Bulgaria, not one Jew in �Old Bulgaria� -- the part that did not include the territories annexed after Bulgaria joined the Axis alliance -- was killed because he or she was Jewish. �The Bulgarian Jews became the only Jewish community in the Nazi sphere of influence whose numbers increased during World War II,� Michael Bar-Zohar writes in �Beyond Hitler�s Grasp: The Heroic Rescue of Bulgaria�s Jews� (Adams Media Corp., 1998). �I was an eyewitness,� says Alkalai, 76, a pensioneer still living here in his hometown in west-central Bulgaria. For the 6,000 Jews in the Balkan land today, the rescue by their countrymen is a defining moment in their 2,000-year history. March 10 is celebrated as a minor Purim, with annual commemorations. Since the fall of communism in late 1989, Plovdiv�s Jews have erected a menorah-shaped monument in the center of the country�s second-largest city, and the Jews of Sofia, the capital, dedicated a smaller plaque near the parliament building. A larger sculpture, a pair of obelisks sponsored by the government, are to go up next year outside the Jewish community center in Sofia. Bulgarian Jews in Israel and at a Sephardic synagogue in Los Angeles mark the rescue each year, and several major Jewish organizations -- including the Anti-Defamation League, the American Jewish Committee and the American Jewish Congress � have recognized Bulgaria�s wartime effort in recent years. There is a Bulgarian forest planted by the Jewish National Fund in Israel, a Bulgarian square in a Jerusalem neighborhood and a garden named for King Boris at the Migdal Ohr campus in northern Israel. But the story of Bulgaria in World War II has received little recognition in the wider Jewish community. One example, Mordecai Paldiel�s classic book, �The Path of the Righetous: Gentile Rescuers of Jews During the Holocaust,� devoted only one paragraph to the subject. �People know Denmark, says the Sofia-born Bar-Zohar. �Bulgaria nobody knows about.� Bar-Zohar, who lives in Tel Aviv and ser
Which bird is also known as the 'Adjutant Bird'?	Lesser Adjutants (Leptoptilos javanicus) The Lesser Adjutants (Leptoptilos javanicus) - also known as Lesser Adjutant Storks or Hair-crested Adjutants - are large wading birds that occur naturally in South and South-east Asia. These birds are generally solitary - except when breeding at which time they will form loose nesting colonies. They are members of the stork family and related to the Greater Adjutants . They were named "Adjutant" by British Colonial troops based on their slow and stiff "military" gait and their habit of standing motionless for long periods of time reminiscent of officers (or "Adjutants") standing at attention. Distribution / Habitat Lesser Adjutants are mostly sedentary within their range, except for local movements in response to rain falls and availability of food. The Lesser Adjutants occur naturally in: India (with the largest populations being found in the eastern states of Assam, West Bengal and Bihar), Indonesia (mostly in Sumatra), Bangladesh, Myanmar, Laos, Malaysia, Brunei, Vietnam and Thailand. May occur as a vagrant in Bhutan. Formerly occurred, but believed to be extinct in: China, Singapore. Habitat: They are generally found along large rivers, lakes, swamps, as well as in fresh and saltwater wetland and wooded areas. Coastal populations occur in mangroves and intertidal flats. Status: Previously quite common, their numbers are declining due to destruction of their habitats and harvesting of their eggs and chicks. These storks are now quite rare throughout their range. Yvetta Pokorny, WCS senior keeper at the Bronx Zoo Bird Department provides the following information on this endangered species: "[I] have the privilege to take care of a group of Lesser Adjutant Storks on a daily basis. Among daily routine feeding and cleaning we study their behavior and collect data trying to get as much information and knowledge as possible ... Sadly this species of Storks are on the decline - there are only a few thousand birds in the world left mostly in South East Asia. We realized that only a program aimed to protect their nesting sites and habitats can save them from extinction. Lesser Adjutants do not breed in captivity on a regular basis, and we are the only place where a generation of LA Storks has been successfully born and raised in captivity. By collecting data and observations we are able to pass the knowledge onto rangers in the field and support our conservation program in South East Asia launched by Wildlife Conservation Society." Please visit her Adjutant webpage for more information. Description Lesser Adjutants stand about 43 - 51 inches (110-129 cm) tall, have a wingspan of about 83 inches (210 cm) and weigh about 19.6 lbs (8.9 kg). Their large outstretched wings are perfectly adapted for soaring on thermals. They have pale, long and thick bills. The upper body and wings are glossy dark grey-black and the underside (chest, abdomen and undertail feathers) are white. The neck and head are mostly featherless(except for a few scattered hair-like feathers) and mostly yellowish in color with a wine-red tinge to the sides of the head and pale forehead. Breeding birds have reddish faces and orange necks, as well as coppery spots on the middle wing feathers (median coverts), with narrow whitish edges to the lower "shoulder feathers" (scapulars), and wings. Their dark grey legs are often stained white with uric acid as they commonly defecate on them. This is believed to be a cooling measure, as the evaporation lowers their body temperature offering relief when temperatures are uncomfortably high. Gender ID: Males and females look alike; except males tend to be larger in size and heavier billed. Juveniles resemble the adults; except they are duller versions with a less glossy upper body and wings. They also have more feathers around the neck. Similar Species: In flight, Adjutants can be distinguished from other storks by the fact that they retract their necks in flight - like herons , for example, while most other stork species fly with their necks outstretched. The Lesser Adjutant could on
In which Dickens novel do the characters 'Gaffer Hexam', 'John Harmon', and 'Bradley Headstone'?	Our Mutual Friend Essay - Our Mutual Friend, Charles Dickens - eNotes.com Our Mutual Friend Essay - Our Mutual Friend, Charles Dickens link Link Our Mutual Friend Charles Dickens The following entry presents criticism of Dickens's novel Our Mutual Friend (1864-65). See also Charles Dickens Criticism, Hard Times Criticism, and A Tale of Two Cities Criticism. The last of Dickens's novels to be issued as a twenty-part monthly serial, Our Mutual Friend has long been considered one of the author's darkest works, the product of his declining years when exhaustion and disillusionment were taking over his life and his writing. The novel was not terribly successful at the time of its publication and was unfavorably compared to his earlier, more optimistic works. In addition, the popularity of serialized novels had peaked some twenty years earlier and the form was being replaced by less expensive monthly magazines. Critics today, for the most part, consider the novel in a more favorable light, appreciating the complexity of its numerous characters and multiple plot lines, and praising its unified presentation of the themes of money and predation. Biographical Information Charles Dickens was born in 1812 in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, to John and Elizabeth Barrow Dickens. The second of eight children, Dickens spent his childhood on the southern coast of England, where he attended a good school until the age of eleven. The family then moved to London and shortly thereafter his father was sent to debtor's prison. Young Charles went to work in a blacking warehouse and was forced to live on his own in cheap lodgings in a state of near starvation. Although he was soon rescued by his father and sent to school in London, the brief period of abandonment and uncertainty affected his life and his writings for years to come. Dickens did not attend college but was admitted as a reader to the library of the British Museum, where he immersed himself in the study of great literature, particularly Shakespeare. He worked for some time as a clerk, as a shorthand reporter, and eventually as a news reporter for the Morning Chronicle, a position which required him to travel all over the country. Dickens's first success, both critical and popular, was Sketches by Boz (1836), a series of short pieces on life in London. His first novel, Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club (1837), was published, as were all of his novels, in serial form, and by the time the fourth monthly installment was issued, Dickens was the most popular author in England. Over the next thirty years, he continued to publish successful novels, among them: Oliver Twist (1838), A Christmas Carol In Prose (1843), The Personal History of David Copperfield (1850), Bleak House (1853), Hard Times for These Hard Times (1854), A Tale of Two Cities (1859), and Great Expectations (1861). His writing, once full of hope and optimism, grew increasingly pessimistic as he aged, with images of decay and corruption dominating the later works. Our Mutual Friend was his last completed novel; with its images of dustheaps and death, it is widely considered one of the author's darkest visions. In 1870, while working on The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Dickens suffered an aneurysm in the brain and died the next day. He was buried in the Poet's Corner of Westminster Abbey. Plot and Major Characters There are numerous plots and subplots in Our Mutual Friend, the main one involving a young man, John Harmon, who returns to England after an absence of many years. Before his death, his wealthy father had made his son's inheritance contingent upon his marriage to Bella Wilfer, a beautiful but mercenary young woman. Shortly after leaving the ship that brought him back to England, Harmon is supposedly murdered; a body found in the Thames is identified as his and he does nothing to correct the error. Assuming first the name of Julius Handford, and then John Rokesmith, Harmon takes a position as secretary to Mr. Boffin—a former employee and now heir of the elder Harmon's estate—in order to assess the character of his br
What item of clothing is a 'Dashiki'?	The Dashiki- Not Your Newest “It-Item” — By Lysa Diarra & Jocelyn Mizero The Dashiki- Not Your Newest “It-Item” — By Lysa Diarra & Jocelyn Mizero • 0 Comments As I was scrolling through my newsfeed on Facebook, I came across an article titled “ We Spoke to People with Culturally Offensive Outfits at Coachella” and what I found honestly outraged me. I later talked to my friend, Lysa about how angry the article made me feel. Cultural appropriation is not something new, but what people do not understand are the Dos and Don’ts of cultural appropriation n. I was not upset because of the fact that the couple in the picture decided to wear dashikis to Coachella. I was mad because of their ignorance to the significance of the costume. When asked what they were wearing, the man responded “a shirt” and the woman responded “an awesome clothing”. When asked why they were wearing it, the man responded “to… stay out of the sun” and the woman responded “and because it’s comfortable.” Now that is cultural appropriation. We live in a world of globalization where picking up influence, customs and traditions of other cultures is almost inevitable, but if you decide to do so, please deeply appreciate the craftsmanship, design and history behind the items, as well as the adventures and people they recall. Now, as African students, we would like to give you the history behind the origins and the significance of the dashiki. We want you to celebrate our African roots and rock that comfortable shirt if you decide to do so. So what is a dashiki? Danshiki The dashiki is a loose fitting, pullover garment native to West Africa and popularized in other parts of Africa, that is usually sewn from colorful fabrics and covers the top half of the body. “dashiki” is a loanword from the West African Yoruba term “danshiki,” which refers to a short, sleeveless tunic. The Yoruba (people of southwestern Nigeria and Benin) borrowed the word from the Hausa (a people of northern Nigeria and adjacent regions) “dan ciki”. The Yoruba danshiki, a work garment, was originally sewn from hand-woven strip cloth. Similar tunics found in Dogon burial caves in Mali date to the twelfth and thirteenth centuries. In many parts of West Africa today such tunics of hand-or machine-woven textiles like mud cloth or bògòlanfini are worn with matching trousers as street clothes and are known by many different names. Traditional print The informal version of the dashiki is a traditional print or embroidered shirt, which has become the most mainstream type. Three Formal Versions of the Dashiki Exist: Dashiki suit/trouser set The first type consists of a dashiki (shirt), sokoto (drawstring trousers), and a matching kufi (hat). This style is called a dashiki suit or dashiki trouser set and it is the attire worn by most grooms during wedding ceremonies. Senegalese Kaftan 2. The second version consists of an ankle-length shirt, matching kufi, and sokoto and is called a Senegalese kaftan. 3.The third type consists of a dashiki and matching trousers. A flowing gown is worn over these. This type is called a grand boubou (used in Francophone countries), barbariga, joromi, agbada and more in different African countries. Grand Boubou How Did It Become So Popular in the West? The dashiki became popular during the Black cultural and political struggles in the 1960s. The dashiki was worn as a way of protesting society’s disrespect for African Americans. It was a symbol of affirmation, it stood for “black is beautiful,” and signaled a return to African roots, and insistence on full rights in American society. It was worn as a revolt against men’s fashions of that time: brightly colored instead of drab, loose instead of tight, worn outside the pants instead of tucked in. It could be worn defiantly on occasions that normally would call for a coat and tie. The dashiki still serves as a symbol of Africanness within American culture, especially during Kwanzaa, the annual celebration to mark the unity of Americans of African descent and express pride in African heritage, and Black History Month. It
In which country is the Kasserine Pass - scene of a decisive US Army defeat in World War II?	Kasserine Pass: Allied Defeat? \| Armchair General \| Armchair General Magazine - We Put YOU in Command! Posted on May 19, 2007 in Front Page Features , War College Kasserine Pass: Allied Defeat? By Alexander Wilson Did Rommel Really Win at Kasserine? The 1970 FOX film Patton opens with a panorama of the North African desert, and after presenting the viewer with some beautiful, if bleak, scenery during the opening credits, the movie switches to a scene where Arabic nomads and their children are rummaging through the aftermath of a battle. Dead GIs, burnt-out American tanks, and abandoned equipment of every kind litter the rocky landscape. The nomads are in the process of stripping the dead bodies of boots, socks, jackets, and other articles of clothing when two Willys jeeps arrive on the scene, their passengers firing their guns into the air to ward off the pesky Africans. General Omar Bradley alights from the lead jeep, takes a look around, and then listens to his aide read the casualty report for the engagement. Stunned and a little bewildered by what he has seen, Bradley climbs back into the jeep, and the two vehicles drive off, weaving their way through the carnage. The setting? Kasserine Pass, Tunisia, February 1943. Subscribe Today Subscribe online and save nearly 40%! The road to the Battle of Kasserine Pass began on November 8, 1942, when an Anglo-American force of gigantic proportions landed on the beaches of French North Africa. A total of 107,000 Allied troops – three-fourths of them American and the remaining quarter British – were landed to secure a foothold at nine key locations along the coast (1). After skirmishing with Vichy French troops and securing their initial objectives, the Allies moved inland and began to consider how to best defeat the German forces waiting for them in Tunisia. After failing to capture Tunis before the end of the year, the British and Americans spent the winter trading insults with each other and attempting to come up with a new plan for the campaign. Meanwhile, Hitler moved General Jurgin von Arnim into Tunisia to take command of the army charged with its defense. By January of 1943, von Arnim had at least 100,000 troops under his command and has also seized control of the strategically vital mountain passes through the heights near Tunis (2). Meanwhile, Field Marshal Erwin Rommel, who had pulled his bruised and weary Afrika Korps back into Tunisia after his defeat at El Alamein, was envisioning a daring strike against the Allies. When Montgomery and his Eighth Army halted at Tripoli in January 1943 to rest before tackling the Desert Fox once again, it gave Rommel enough time to retreat to the Mareth Line, an old French string of fortifications (3). Rommel hoped that he could hold Monty at the Mareth Line with part of his troops while the rest of his veteran Afrika Korps sliced into the green and cocksure American II Corps, stationed at that time in the area around Sidi Bou Zid (4). This attack would allow him, after crushing the Americans and damaging their morale, to drive deep into the Allied forces still bogged down and seize vital supply and transport centers. In order for this offensive to be successful, though, Rommel would need to temporarily borrow some troops from von Arnim, but von Arnim, who disliked Rommel and his unorthodox methods, would not lend him enough forces to pull off an offensive which he considered too risky (5). On the other hand, von Arnim would gladly support a limited offensive against the 2nd U.S. Armored Division, part of the U.S. II Corps holding Sidi Bou Zid. Rommel agreed, and this attack, which occurred on the 14th of February, was spearheaded by the 10th and 21st Panzer Division, and supported by Stuka dive bombers. It proved to be an overwhelming victory, and the American sustained over 2,000 casualties, most of whom were taken prisoner (6). An American M5 Light Tank, arguably the best light tank of the war, although undergunned when facing the German at Kasserine Pass Realizing now that he had sent the entire American
Which 20th century British Prime Minister lived the longest?	Britain Magazine \| The official magazine of Visit Britain \| Best of British History, Royal Family,Travel and Culture - British prime ministers of the 20th century Latest issue British prime ministers of the 20th century Do you know who presided over the setting up of the National Health Service, or who served the shortest time as leader? Read our timeline of British prime ministers of the 20th century for all the answers. Robert Gascoyne-Cecil 3rd Marquess of Salisbury Robert Gascoyne-Cecil 3rd Marquess of Salisbury Conservative 1895 to 1902 Salisbury was the last peer to serve as PM (this was his third tenure), with the brief exception of Douglas Home (below) who renounced his peerage within a few days of being appointed. Arthur James Balfour Conservative 1902 to 1905 Balfour was the nephew of the Marquess of Salisbury but his cabinet was divided on the issue of free trade and without the support of Edward VII he was forced to resign in December 1905. Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman Liberal 1905 to 1908 Following Arthur James Balfour’s resignation, Edward VII invited the leader of the next largest party, Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman, to form a government. He was the first leader to officially use the title of ‘Prime Minister’. Herbert Henry Asquith Liberal 1908 to 1916 Asquith is the only Prime Minister to have taken office on foreign soil. At the time that he succeeded Campbell-Bannerman, Edward VII was in Biarritz so Asquith travelled there for the official ‘kissing-hands’ ceremony. David Lloyd George in 1916 David Lloyd George Liberal 1916 to 1922 One of the 20th centuries most radical thinkers, Lloyd George was the first and only Welshman to hold the position of prime minister, introducing state pensions and waging a war on poverty. Andrew Bonar Law Conservative 1922 to 1923 Law was prime minister for just 209 days. He retired due to ill health in May 1923 and died of throat cancer six months later. Stanley Baldwin Conservative 1923 to 1924 Baldwin took over as prime minister after Bonar Law retired but he was soon ousted from his first term, albeit temporarily. James Ramsey MacDonald Labour 1924 to 1924 In 1924 Ramsey MacDonald was asked by King George V to form a government when Stanley Baldwin’s Conservative majority proved ungovernable, and his was the first Labour government. Stanley Baldwin Conservative 1924 to 1929 In his second tenure as prime minister Baldwin extended the right to vote to women over 21. James Ramsey MacDonald Labour 1929 to 1935 In his second minority government in 1929, MacDonald appointed Margaret Bondfield as the first female cabinet minister, but forming a cross-party government proved his downfall. Stanley Baldwin Conservative 1935 to 1937 By taking office as prime minister for the third time Baldwin remarkably served under three monarchs. Neville Chamberlain Conservative 1937 to 1940 Chamberlain famously declared “I believe it is peace for our time” following a meeting in 1938 with Adolf Hitler. Sir Winston Churchill Conservative 1940 to 1945 Following Chamberlain’s resignation in 1940, Churchill succeeded him as prime minister of an all-party coalition government. Clement Attlee Labour 1945 to 1951 Taking over from Churchill at the end of the war, Attlee is perhaps best remembered for setting up the National Health Service. Winston Churchill gives his infamous V sign on 20 May 1940 Sir Winston Churchill Conservative 1951 to 1955 While serving his second term as prime minister Churchill was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1953 for his many published works. Sir Anthony Eden Conservative 1955 to 1957 Eden is best remembered for his controversial handling of the Suez Crisis, which led to his resignation. Harold Macmillan Conservative 1957 to 1963 Macmillian took over as leader following Eden’s resignation and led the nation through the Cuban Missile Crisis. He was made Earl of Stockton in 1984 and died in 1986. Sir Alex Douglas-Home Conservative 1963 to 1964 The aristocratic Douglas-Home took on the trade unions but only served as prime minister for 363 days , the second shortest p
Which actor starred with Angelina Jolie in the 1999 film 'The Bone Collector' in which a paraplegic detective had to pit his wits against a sadistic serial killer?	Movie reviews Robert Vaessen's collection of movies and such. Spoiler warning - Some of my reviews contain key plot details. Saw it recently: Here's a list of movies I've seen this year (2005). The list (by month) contains a short review, synopsis, commentary on each movie. Something like that. I subscribe to NetFlix , watch movies from my own collection , and sometimes get out to the theater. The movies from my collection are titled in italics. The rest (unless noted otherwise) are NetFlix rentals. I update this listing throughout the month. Hopefully you'll find a movie or two to watch after perusing my reviews. (See below for instructions on viewing last years movie reviews) (Monthly numbers in parenthesis indicate sources as: NetFlix, my movies, seen in theater, and other sources (in that order). If there's only one number it's probably all NetFlix. Only two numbers? I probably didn't see any movies at the theater. My movies are in italics, and movies from Kim's queue are colored Green. Movies in Orange were watched on one of Comcast's free OnDemand channels. Series discs - Grey in color (The Office, Star Trek (The Original Series), count as one movie per episode. The movies with Red titles are selections from my movie of the month club . I won't be reviewing short movies (30 minutes or less), unless they deserve special attention.) [ Jan \| Feb \| Mar \| Apr \| May \| Jun \| Jul \| Aug \| Sep \| Oct \| Nov \| Dec ] Nov (19/9/1) La Strada : (Italian) 'The Circus'. An old black & white movie movie, dating from 1954, but it's timeless. A movie directed by the Italian master Federico Fellini . The characters in this movie are haunting and memorable. A tragic story about a wandering strongman and the woman who can't help but love him. It's tragic and moving. A movie packed full of emotion. I felt like I had been drawn into their personal lives, a participant and a victim. I was definitely touched by the power of this movie. No question 5 out of 5. Van Helsing : Crap - Spew from the hollywood. The cinematography was pretty good. The costumes were just a bit to hollywood. The writing was horrible. The story was a mix of all the hollywood monster movies. They tried to combine werewolves, vampires and Frankenstine's monster in to the same story. I think they were trying to make the Van Helsing character into something of a renaissance 'Ghost Buster'. The movie also stole elements from 'Men in Black'. There wasn't a single original theme in the entire movie. The acting was mediocre and the directing was weak. The special effects were terrible. Here's a couple of rules for special effects. Hollywood, I hope you're listening. Special effects should never be a substitute for good writting The audience shouldn't be able to tell that it's a special effect. Special effects shouldn't look cartoonish in a live action movie. Basically, this movie sucked. The characters were paper-thin, and I really didn't care for the 'we must explain everything to the viewer' attitude of the writing. The only good thing about it was the cinematograhy - and that wasn't all that good either. 1 out of 5. Eyes wide shut : I'm sorry, but this is not that good of a movie. As a matter of fact, this is the second time I've seen it, and I'm downgrading it from 3 stars to 2. After seeing it again, I realize that there really isn't much of a story here. There are lots of good looking nudes, but you need more than nudes to make a good movie. Ever seen a porno? The story is lacking, and the mystery is still a mystery by the end of the movie. The two actors ( Tom Cruise and Nicole Kiddman ) seem to be sleepwalking through this movie. Add some downright depressing music, and some plunking piano tunes and the whole thing had a hypnotizing effect. After two and a half hours I was literally bored to tears. I forced myself to watch the whole thing, and I guess the best part of the movie was the last word uttered before the credits. What a disappointment from Stanley Kubrik . I'm sure he'd come back to make just one more, if he could. 2 out of 5. Undead : (Australian) Zomb
Which element discovered by Cavendish in 1766, has a name that means 'water producing'?	Hydrogen»historical information [WebElements Periodic Table] Hydrogen: historical information Hydrogen: historical information Hydrogen was discovered by Henry Cavendish at 1766 in London, England. Origin of name : from the Greek words "hydro" and "genes" meaning "water" and "generator" Robert Boyle (1627-1691; English chemist and physicist) published a paper ("New experiments touching the relation betwixt flame and air") in 1671 in which he described the reaction between iron filings and dilute acids which results in the evolution of gaseous hydrogen ("inflammable solution of Mars" [iron]). However it was only much later that it was recognized as an element by Henry Cavendish (1731-1810; an English chemist and physicist who also independently discovered nitrogen) in 1766 when he collected it over mercury and described it as "inflammable air from metals". Cavendish described accurately hydrogen's properties but thought erroneously that the gas originated from the metal rather than from the acid. Hydrogen was named by Lavoisier. Deuterium gas (2H2, often written D2), made up from deuterium, a heavy isotope of hydrogen, was discovered in 1931 by Harold Urey, a professor of chemistry at Chicago and California (both USA). Sometime prior to the autumn of 1803, the Englishman John Dalton was able to explain the results of some of his studies by assuming that matter is composed of atoms and that all samples of any given compound consist of the same combination of these atoms. Dalton also noted that in series of compounds, the ratios of the masses of the second element that combine with a given weight of the first element can be reduced to small whole numbers (the law of multiple proportions). This was further evidence for atoms. Dalton's theory of atoms was published by Thomas Thomson in the 3rd edition of his System of Chemistry in 1807 and in a paper about strontium oxalates published in the Philosophical Transactions. Dalton published these ideas himself in the following year in the New System of Chemical Philosophy. The symbol used by Dalton for hydrogen is shown below. [See History of Chemistry, Sir Edward Thorpe, volume 1, Watts & Co, London, 1914.] In 1839 a British scientist Sir William Robert Grove carried out experiments on electrolysis. He used electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen. He then argued one should be able to reverse the electrolysis and so generate electricity from the reaction of oxygen with hydrogen. He enclosed platinum strips in separate sealed bottles, one containing hydrogen and one oxygen. When the containers were immersed in dilute sulphuric acid a current indeed flowed between the two electrodes and water was formed in the gas bottles. He linked several of these devices in series to increase the voltage produced in a gas battery. Later the term fuel cell was used by the chemists Ludwig Mond and Charles Langer. In 1932 Dr Francis Thomas Bacon, an engineer at Cambridge University in the UK, worked further on designs of Mond and Langer. He replaced the platinum electrodes with less expensive nickel gauze and substituted the sulphuric acid electrolyte for alkaline potassium hydroxide (less corrosive to the electrodes). This was in essence the first alkaline fuel cell (AFC) and was called the Bacon Cell. It took Bacon another 27 years to demonstrate a machine capable of producing 5 kW of power, enough to power a welding machine. At about the same time the first fuel cell powered vehicle was demonstrated. Much later fuel cells were by NASA in the 1960s for the Apollo space missions. Fuel cells have been used for more than 100 missions in NASA spacecraft. Fuel cells are also used in submarines. The lifting agent for the ill fated Hindenberg ballooon was hydrogen rather than the safer helium. The image below is the scene probably in a way you have not seen it before. This is a "ray-traced" image reproduced with the permission of Johannes Ewers , the artist, who won first place with this image in the March/April 1999 Internet Raytracing Competition . For details of ray-tracing you can't
In which part of the body is the 'Talus'?	Talar Body Fracture Surgery Talar Body Fracture Surgery Page Content What is a talar body fracture? The talus bone makes up part of the ankle joint and the subtalar joint. The ankle joint gives up-and-down motion and the subtalar joint gives side-to-side motion. A fracture of the talar body is a break in the talus bone that often involves both of these important joints. What is the goal of surgery for a talar body fracture? The ankle and foot must be well aligned for proper function. The goal of surgery for talar body fractures is to restore the normal bone shape. The function of the ankle and subtalar joints must also be restored. It is important to reach these goals while the fracture heals without complications. The overall goal is to restore function without pain. What signs indicate surgery may be needed? Normal joint movement requires smooth gliding of cartilage that covers the bones. An uneven cartilage surface can cause pain and arthritis. The indication for surgery for a talar body fracture is disruption of this smooth surface in either the ankle joint or the subtalar joint. Other indications may include damage to nerves or blood vessels or fractures where a piece of the bone pokes through the skin. When should I avoid surgery? There are situations when it is best to treat a talar body fracture without surgery. These include when the bone pieces are not displaced. Poor overall patient health could also make surgery inappropriate. Surgery is delayed when there is swelling that could affect healing. Blisters or other skin wounds can also prohibit a safe operation. General Details of the Procedure Talar body fracture surgery puts the talus bone back together as best as possible. It typically requires general or regional For this patient, two screws were used to repair a talar body fracture. anesthesia. An overnight hospital stay may be required. Incisions are required and may be somewhat large. Specific Techniques Incisions are customized for each patient and fracture pattern. Incisions are usually on the front of the foot or ankle. At times they are on the back of the foot or ankle. Sometimes a cut must be created in the tibia bone to gain access to the talus. A combination of screws and plates are then used to hold the bone fragments together while they heal. What happens after surgery? After surgery, either a temporary cast or a boot is applied to the lower leg. The surgeon monitors the incisions and bone healing for the first several weeks after surgery. No weight is to be put on the leg until approved by your surgeon. This is can be six to 12 weeks, or longer after the operation. A cast or removable brace is typically required. Talar body fractures are severe and often life-changing injuries. You can expect to have some degree of pain and stiffness even after appropriate treatment. Potential Complications There are several important complications to be aware of when undergoing surgery for talar body fractures. The first set of complications relates to surgery in general. These include the risks associated with anesthesia, infection, damage to nerves and blood vessels, and bleeding or blood clots. The second set of risks applies specifically to talar body fractures. These include a risk that the bone does not heal or dies, or that the bone cannot be put back to its original state (malunion). There is a risk of developing arthritis in the joints over time. Severe complications, including amputation, can occur. The frequency of these complications varies with each injury. Will I walk again? The goal of treating talar body fractures is to get the patient as close to normal as possible. Every patient’s fracture is different but a majority of patients walk again. Most patients are left with some degree of pain, stiffness or weakness after a talar body fracture. Does smoking affect my outcome? Yes. Smoking affects your body’s ability to heal the broken bone as well as the surrounding tissues. Smoking also increases the risk of infection. You should quit smoking immediately in order to
In the Bible, whose wife was 'Zippora'?	Zipporah - All the Women of the Bible - Bible Gateway Scripture References— Exodus 2:21, 22; 4:24, 25; 18:1-6 Name Meaning—A Midian name, Zipporah means “a little bird,” “a sparrow.” Wilkinson observes that “the feminine termination ah added to the common word Zippor, which is also the father of Balak, king of Moab.” Such a name like “dove” or “lamb” would originally be a term of endearment, and thus the word passer &--;“a sparrow”—is used by the Roman poets. Passer is also being found as a Roman family name. The root of this word is an Arabic verb, signifying “to chirp.” Family Connections—Zipporah was one of the seven daughters of Jethro who is also called Reuel and Raguel ( Exodus 2:18; 4:24, 25; 18:1-6; Numbers 10:29 ). It was to the home of this shepherd-priest in Midian that Moses came when at forty years of age he fled from Egypt, and meeting the seven girls drawing water Moses assisted them. Arriving home earlier than usual they told how the Egyptian had helped them. Brought up as a son of Pharaoh, Moses must have looked every inch a cultured Egyptian. Invited home, Moses was content to live with Jethro’s family, and married Zipporah, eldest of the seven daughters. Two sons were born of the union, Gershom and Eliezer. Some writers affirm, without adequate support, that the dark-skinned Ethiopian, “the Cushite woman” whom Miriam and Aaron were jealous over, is merely a description of Zipporah, and that therefore Moses was only married once. But the statement “He had married an Ethiopian woman” implies a recent occurrence, and that Zipporah, whom Moses had married 40 years previously, was dead. It is most unlikely that Miriam and Aaron would have waited all those years to murmur against Moses if Zipporah and the Ethiopian had been one and the same woman. Zipporah, as a woman of Midian, did not share the spiritual values of her notable husband who found himself acting against the sacred tradition of Israel. This may be one reason why he named his second son Eliezer, meaning “The Lord of my father was my help.” To keep the peace, Moses compromised with his unbelieving wife and withheld circumcision, the sign of God’s covenant, from Eliezer. The Lord intervened, and as a sign of divine displeasure, Moses is stricken with a mortal disease. Both Zipporah and Moses became conscience-stricken over the profanation of God’s covenant, and Zipporah yields. Moses is too prostrate to take a knife and circumcize the child, so his wife severed the boy’s foreskin and, throwing it down before Moses said, “Surely a bloody husband art thou to me.” When Moses was restored to health relations in the home were not congenial, for he went on alone to Egypt, and Zipporah and the two sons went back to her home in Midian. Of this unhappy incident Alexander Whyte says, “There are three most obscure and most mysterious verses in Moses' history that mean, if they mean anything at all to us, just such an explosion of ill-temper as must have left its mark till death on the heart of Moses and Zipporah. The best of wives; his help meet given him of God; the most self-effacing of women; the wife who holds her husband in her heart as the wisest and best of men &--;under sufficient trial and provocation and exasperation, even she will turn and will strike with just one word; just once in her whole married lifetime.” When Moses became the mighty leader and law-giver of Israel, there was the episode when Jethro, his father-in-law came out to the wilderness to see Moses and brought with him Zipporah and the two sons. The union was devoid of any restraint for Moses graciously received them and neither disowned nor ignored his wife and sons. But after this visit during which Jethro gave his over-burdened son-in-law some very practical advice, nothing more is said of Zipporah. She disappears without comment from the history of the Jewish people in which her husband figured so prominently. “Neither as the wife of her husband nor as the mother of her children did she leave behind her a legacy of spiritual riches.” How different it would have been if only she
In which Shakespeare play do the characters 'Hortensia', 'Bianca',and 'Baptista' appear?	The Taming of the Shrew 1.1 - Bianca cannot wed until Katharina does [Enter LUCENTIO and his man TRANIO] LUCENTIO Tranio, since for the great desire I had To see fair Padua, nursery of arts, I am arrived for fruitful Lombardy, The pleasant garden of great Italy; And by my father's love and leave am arm'd 5 With his good will and thy good company, My trusty servant, well approved in all, Here let us breathe and haply institute A course of learning and ingenious studies. Pisa renown'd for grave citizens 10 Gave me my being and my father first, A merchant of great traffic through the world, Vincetino come of Bentivolii. Vincetino's son brought up in Florence It shall become to serve all hopes conceived, 15 To deck his fortune with his virtuous deeds: And therefore, Tranio, for the time I study, Virtue and that part of philosophy Will I apply that treats of happiness By virtue specially to be achieved. 20 Tell me thy mind; for I have Pisa left And am to Padua come, as he that leaves A shallow plash to plunge him in the deep And with satiety seeks to quench his thirst. TRANIO Mi perdonato, gentle master mine, 25 I am in all affected as yourself; Glad that you thus continue your resolve To suck the sweets of sweet philosophy. Only, good master, while we do admire This virtue and this moral discipline, 30 Let's be no stoics nor no stocks, I pray; Or so devote to Aristotle's cheques As Ovid be an outcast quite abjured: Balk logic with acquaintance that you have And practise rhetoric in your common talk; 35 Music and poesy use to quicken you; The mathematics and the metaphysics, Fall to them as you find your stomach serves you; No profit grows where is no pleasure ta'en: In brief, sir, study what you most affect. 40 Gramercies, Tranio, well dost thou advise. If, Biondello, thou wert come ashore, We could at once put us in readiness, And take a lodging fit to entertain Such friends as time in Padua shall beget. 45 But stay a while: what company is this? TRANIO Master, some show to welcome us to town. [ Enter BAPTISTA, KATHARINA, BIANCA, GREMIO, and HORTENSIO. LUCENTIO and TRANIO stand by ] BAPTISTA Gentlemen, importune me no farther, For how I firmly am resolved you know; That is, not bestow my youngest daughter 50 Before I have a husband for the elder: If either of you both love Katharina, Because I know you well and love you well, Leave shall you have to court her at your pleasure. GREMIO [Aside] To cart her rather: she's too rough for me. 55 There, There, Hortensio, will you any wife? KATHARINA I pray you, sir, is it your will To make a stale of me amongst these mates? HORTENSIO Mates, maid! how mean you that? no mates for you, Unless you were of gentler, milder mould. 60 I'faith, sir, you shall never need to fear: I wis it is not half way to her heart; But if it were, doubt not her care should be To comb your noddle with a three-legg'd stool And paint your face and use you like a fool. 65 From all such devils, good Lord deliver us! GREMIO And me too, good Lord! TRANIO Hush, master! here's some good pastime toward: That wench is stark mad or wonderful froward. LUCENTIO But in the other's silence do I see 70 Maid's mild behavior and sobriety. Peace, Tranio! Well said, master; mum! and gaze your fill. BAPTISTA Gentlemen, that I may soon make good What I have said, Bianca, get you in: 75 And let it not displease thee, good Bianca, For I will love thee ne'er the less, my girl. KATHARINA A pretty peat! it is best Put finger in the eye, an she knew why. BIANCA Sister, content you in my discontent. 80 Sir, to your pleasure humbly I subscribe: My books and instruments shall be my company, On them to took and practise by myself. LUCENTIO Hark, Tranio! thou may'st hear Minerva speak. HORTENSIO Signior Baptista, will you be so strange? 85 Sorry am I that our good will effects Bianca's grief. Why will you mew her up, Signior Baptista, for this fiend of hell, And make her bear the penance of her tongue? 90 Gentlemen, content ye; I am resolved: Go in, Bianca: And for I know she taketh m
Which element, discovered by Nicolas Vauquelin in 1797, has the atomic number 24. Its name is derived from the Greek word for colour?	Chemistry for Kids: Elements - Chromium Chromium 7.19 grams per cm cubed Melting Point: Discovered by: N.L. Vauquelin in 1797 Chromium is the first element in the sixth column of the periodic table. It is classified as a transition metal . Chromium atoms have 24 electrons and 24 protons with the most abundant isotope having 28 neutrons. Characteristics and Properties Under standard conditions chromium is a hard silvery metal with a bluish tint. When it is exposed to air a thin layer of chromium oxide forms over the surface which protects the metal from further reaction with the air. Chromium can be polished to achieve a shiny mirror-like finish that is resistant to corrosion. For a metal, chromium is fairly active and will react with many other metals as well as with oxygen. It will not react with water. Chromium is known for its many colorful compounds. These include chromium(III) oxide (green), lead chromate (yellow), anhydrous chromium(III) chloride (purple), and chromium trioxide (red). Where is chromium found on Earth? Chromium is only found rarely as a free element in nature. It is mostly found in ores scattered throughout the Earth's crust where it is about the twenty-fourth most abundant element. The main ore that is mined for the production of chromium is cromite. How is chromium used today? Chromium is often mixed with other metals to make alloys. One of the most important chromium alloys is produced when chromium is mixed with steel to make stainless steel. Stainless steel is strong and resistant to corrosion. Chromium is also used to produce superalloys with nickel that are used in jet engines. Another popular application for chromium is as a shiny silver coating on metallic surfaces. It also provides corrosion protection. Because chromium compounds come in such a variety of colors, it has also been used as a pigment in paints. One of the most popular colors made from chrome is yellow. Many school busses are painted in chrome yellow. Other applications for chromium include wood preservatives, tanning, as catalysts in industrial production, and magnets. How was it discovered? Chromium was discovered by French chemist Nicolas L. Vauquelin in 1797. He later isolated the element and gave it its name. Where did chromium get its name? Chromium gets its name from the Greek word "chroma" meaning color. This name was chosen because the element can form so many different colored compounds. Isotopes Chromium has four stable isotopes that occur in nature including 50Cr, 52Cr, 53Cr, and 54Cr with the majority of the chromium found in nature being 52Cr. Interesting Facts about Chromium Rubies get their red color from small traces of chromium. The Qin Dynasty of Ancient China used chromium oxide to coat and protect their weapons. About half of all chromite ore is currently produced in southern Africa. Other big producers include Turkey and India. Some chromium compounds are considered poisonous. More on the Elements and the Periodic Table
Jefferson City is the capital of which US state?	Welcome to City of Jefferson, Missouri Rss Feed Welcome to the City of Jefferson, Missouri Upon arriving in Jefferson City, visitors are captivated by the majestic Missouri River and tree lined bluffs. Missouri’s capital city, Jefferson City’s beauty shines not only through its natural landscape, but also through the many historic buildings and special landmarks. The Missouri State Capitol, Supreme Court Building, Governor’s Mansion and charming Downtown are just a few of the architectural treasures that anchor this unique community, a real gem tucked away in the heart of the nation. Aside from the many museums to explore, fine cuisine, quaint boutiques and beautiful parks are just waiting to be discovered. Come see for yourself why Jefferson City was chosen as “America’s Most Beautiful Small Town!” Watch our winning video here. IMPORTANT: SEWER BILL Due to a printing error, multiple sewer bills were mailed. Please disregard the bill with the December 15, 2016 due date. Pay only from the bill with a due date of January 15, 2017. Open Burning On November 1, 2016 residents inside the City of Jefferson will be allowed to burn yard waste material which includes leaves, grass clippings, and small tree limbs. Any burning must be done on personal property and attended at all times. Burning in the street or storm water area isn’t permitted. Open burning is allowed from sunrise to sunset and fires must be extinguished. Fire officials report one of the biggest complaints the fire department receives is fires left smoldering in the evening hours. Trying to determine the location of these smoldering fires can be challenging due to the fact that the smoke will stay low to the ground travel through several neighborhoods with the evening having cooler temperatures and higher humidity. Open burning is allowed from November 1, 2016 and will end on March 1, 2017. Fire officials urge residents to use caution at all times when burning yard waste.
In which Italian town was the World G8 Conference held in 2009?	G8 Summit 2009 - official website - Home The Baton Passes to Canada: The Muskoka G8 2010 Gets Off the Ground 31/12/2009 Canada's tenure of the G8 presidency is about to begin: the 2010 Summit is due to be held in Muskoka, a spectacular region of central Ontario rich in lakes, picturesque towns and villages, and beautiful natural scenery. The symbol of the Canadian G8, a pine tree with windswept branches yet whose trunk is solidly rooted in the rock, perfectly embodies the spirit of the region. All the Official Documents of the 2009 G8 Summit 31/12/2009 The official documents of the G8 Summit under Italian Presidency, which was held in L'Aquila from 8 to 10 July 2009, can be consulted in the pages of this website by clicking on "Summit Proceedings" under the "Summit" menu. The documents can be consulted and/or downloaded in Pdf format in the original English version and, where applicable, also in the Italian version. A Year With the G8 Website: Over Half a Million Consolidated Visitors, and Millions of Hits 30/12/2009 More than 536,000 consolidated visitors, peaks running into millions of hits during the three days of the Summit in L'Aquila, over 180 news items published, 26 official documents explained and commented on, 48 HD photo galleries and 25 video galleries: these are but a few of the figures regarding our website in 2009, the year in which Italy has held the G8 duty presidency. The photo galleries and news items are the sections that have attracted the highest number of visitors. G8: A Year With Italy at the Helm 30/12/2009 A year is drawing to a close that has been marked by intense hard work on numerous issues at the heart of the international debate such as combating the worldwide economic crisis, imparting a fresh boost to international trade, fighting climate change, promoting development in the world's poorer countries, guaranteeing food safety and security, ensuring access to water, health, the struggle against terrorism, and peace and cooperation amongst peoples and nations.

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