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The city of Linz is in which European country | City of Linz - Linz, welcome Linz is a UNESCO City of Media Arts The contemporary Danube city that looks to the future In 2016, the European Capital of Culture 2009 invites its visitors to discover Linz as a contemporary city that looks to the future. The aim of Linz Tourismus is to enable guests to experience the UNESCO City of Media Arts with all their senses. An impetus for internationalisation that is a great opportunity for the Danube city. That’s why the tourist board has also decided to make the theme of media arts the focus for tourism in the Creative City for 2016. Linz is a symbiosis as a city of industry, culture and nature, and an international, contemporary Creative City – surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. The city’s designation as a UNESCO City of Media Arts shows that Linz, together with Lyon, Sapporo, Tel Aviv and Dakar, is one of the world’s most future-orientated locations. In addition to pioneering technology and visionary media arts, the city offers a variety of historical and cultural highlights, as well as culinary delights. Diverse media arts activities are already being planned and carried out, such as a series of three dialogues in Linz‘s Kepler Salon beginning in November 2015, a virtual City of Media Arts tour and a cooperation project with the museum of the future, Ars Electronica Center. http://www.aec.at/aeblog/en/2015/01/13/linz-als-pionierstadt-der-medienkunst/ Media arts highlights in the UNESCO City of Media Arts The main players in the UNESCO City of Media Arts include Ars Electronica Center and Creative Region GmbH, the Tabakfabrik, the OK Offenes Kulturhaus, Linz Uni-versity of Arts and Industrial Design, Hagenberg University of Applied Sciences, the Johannes Kepler University, the Anton Bruckner Private University, and many educational institutions and training facilities. The independent scene is also integrated, with organisations such as Time’s Up, Stadtwerkstatt, Radio FRO and dorf tv. Only cities that can demonstrate extraordinary achievements in one of the catego-ries of literature, film, music, crafts and folk art, gastronomy, design or media arts are accepted by UNESCO into the Creative Cities Network. Ars Electronica Center Highlights include Ars Electronica Center – a gravitational centre for pioneering technology and visionary media arts – with its annual festival in September and the renowned Prix Ars Electronica. The digital archive of Ars Electronica is the largest archive in the world for the genesis of cyber arts. Ars Electronica Festival The first Ars Electronica Festival and the first visualisierte Klangwolke (clouds of sound) were staged as early as 1979. Christoph Lindinger, co-director of the Ars Electronica Futurelab, one of the architects behind the recently designated UNESCO City of Media Arts: “It is precisely because Linz focused on the connection between technology, arts and the participation of the population earlier than any other city that the many creatives, technology researchers and guests here in Linz were never only commentators on current events, but were also always pioneers and relevant co-creators of a technological revolution which, with the Internet, social media and other digital tools, has been part of our everyday life for a long time." Prix Ars Electronica – world-renowned media arts prize The Prix Ars Electronica has the world’s longest tradition as a media arts competition. Tim Berners-Lee, for instance, the inventor of the World Wide Web, was awarded the renowned Linz media arts prize by Ars Electronica in 1995 for his hypertext concept – the first prize he had ever received for this. In the same year, Ars Electronica Center was created as a unique museum of the future. The Ars Electronica Futurelab is a research and development unit, which was named one of the top 10 media laboratories in the world by the magazine WIRED. The world’s largest outdoor gallery at Linz’s harbour Be inspired by oversized graffiti artwork in the UNESCO City of Media Arts on a boat trip in Linz harbour. The world’s largest connected outdoor gallery wi |
Which organ of the body secretes insulin | How Insulin Works in the Body How Insulin Works in the Body Search the site By Elizabeth Woolley - Reviewed by a board-certified physician. Updated November 14, 2016 Insulin has a hand in several processes in your body: Not only does it assist with metabolizing carbohydrates and storing glucose for energy in cells, but it also helps utilize the fat, protein, and certain minerals you eat. Because this hormone is so important in helping your body use the foods you ingest, a problem with insulin can have widespread effects on all of your body's systems, tissues, and organs—either directly or indirectly. If you have type 2 diabetes, learning how insulin works can help you understand why so many other medical conditions are associated with diabetes, why certain lifestyle practices are beneficial, and how your body reacts to food. Where Insulin is Produced in the Body Insulin is a hormone made up of a small polypeptide protein that is secreted by the pancreas, which acts as both an endocrine and exocrine gland. Endocrine glands are the system of glands that secrete hormones to regulate body functions. Exocrine glands aid in digestion. The pancreas sits behind the stomach, nestled in the curve of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine), and contains clusters of cells called islets of Langerhans. Islets are made up of beta cells, which produce and release insulin into the bloodstream. Insulin is Part of a Balancing Act Insulin affects carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism. Your body breaks these nutrients down into sugar molecules, amino acid molecules, and lipid molecules, respectively. The body can also store and reassemble these molecules into more complex forms. Insulin causes the storage of these nutrients, while another pancreatic hormone called glucagon releases them from storage. Insulin is involved in your body's careful balancing act to keep your blood sugar levels within a normal range. In simple terms: If your blood sugar is high: The pancreas releases insulin to help cells absorb glucose from the bloodstream to lower blood sugar levels. If your blood sugar is low: The pancreas releases glucagon to help the liver release stored glucose into the bloodstream to raise blood sugar levels. Blood sugar levels rise when most foods are consumed, but they rise more rapidly and drastically with carbohydrates. The digestive system releases glucose from foods and the glucose molecules are absorbed into the bloodstream. The rising glucose levels signal the pancreas to secrete insulin to clear out glucose from the bloodstream. Insulin binds with insulin receptors on cell surfaces and acts as a key to open up the cells to receive glucose. Insulin receptors are on almost all tissues, including muscle cells and fat cells. Insulin receptors have two main components—the exterior and interior portions. The exterior portion extends outside the cell and binds with insulin. When this happens, the interior part of the receptor sends out a signal inside the cell for glucose transporters to mobilize to the surface and receive glucose. As blood sugar and insulin levels decrease, the receptors empty and the glucose transporters go back into the cell. Insulin and Type 2 Diabetes In a perfect situation, glucose from carbohydrates gets cleared rapidly. However, when there is insulin resistance , this does not happen, and sustained high glucose levels become a problem. Insulin resistance can be due to a problem with the shape of the insulin (preventing receptor binding), not having enough insulin receptors, signaling problems, or glucose transporters not working properly. Whatever the specific cause, the function of insulin is impaired. Insulin resistance develops before type 2 diabetes is diagnosed. To make up for less effective insulin, the pancreas works overtime to increase insulin output. Eventually, some of the insulin works and blood sugar levels remain normal for a while. As insulin resistance worsens and the pancreas cannot keep up with the demand, glucose levels begin to rise and diabetes is diagnosed when levels get too |
Which soup takes it's name from the Urdu word for pepper water | List and Etymology of Indian Words in English | ILU English Lesson Plans & Ideas List and Etymology of Indian Words in English Indian words in English, popularly known as Anglo-Indian words, form a major category among the foreign words in English Language. Most of the Indian words in English crept into the English language during the British rule of India. These Indian words reflect the cultural diversity of India and are from different languages. Anglo Indian words in English language can be divided into three main categories: Sanskrit Words in English: Most of the Indian words in English have an etymological connection to Sanskrit. But it has to be noted that very few of the English words of Sanskrit origin have entered the English language directly. Most of them came into English from their transformed versions in Hindi, Urdu, Bengali or Marathi. Hindi and Urdu Words in English: English words of Hindi origin form the major category of Indian words in English even though most of them are derived from Sanskrit. Tamil and Malayalam Words in English: Most of the English words relating to South Indian life and culture came into the English language from Tamil and Malayalam. Many of them were first adopted into Portuguese and French. From these languages they gradually entered the English language. The following is an extensive list of Indian words in English. Search by word or language to find the meaning and etymology of Indian words in English. Word from Bengali adda, a group of people a place where people of same interests gather for conversation. Ahimsa from Sanskrit ahimsa, which means "not-harmful". alvar sink, be absorbed (as in contemplation) Ambarella from Sanskrit: ambarella, a kind of tree. Entered English through Sinhalese Amrita from Sanskrit amrutam, nectar of everlasting life. anaconda possibly from Tamil yaanai kondra, "that which killed an elephant".The word may have entered English through Sinhalese henakandaya, "whipsnake". anicut from Tamil anaikattu, ("anai"=dam, "kattu"=building/structure) Aniline from Sanskrit nili. Entered English through German: Anilin, French: Aniline and Portuguese: Anil from Arabic al-nili and Persian nila, Apadravya from Sanskrit apadravya which refers to a male genital piercing where a barbell passes through the penis. Mentioned in Indian literature in theKama Sutra ape from the Tamil word for a monkey, kapi, i.e., swift, nimble, active. It was first transformed to api and later to 'ape' arhat from Sanskrit arhat which means "deserving". Aryan from Sanskrit Arya-s "noble, honorable". Entered English through Latin Ariana, from Greek Areia. Asana from Sanskrit asana which means "seat", a term describing yoga postures. Ashram from Sanskrit asrama, a religious hermitage. Atman from Sanskrit atman meaning "essence". Atoll from Sanskrit antala. Probably entered English through Maldivean: Aubergine from Sanskrit vatigagama, meaning aubergine or eggplant in American English. Probably entered English through Catalan alberginera, via Arabic ( al-badinjan) and Persian ( badin-gan) ultimately Avatar from Tamil "avataram" and Sanskrit avatara, which means "descent". Refers to the human incarnation of God . Thus, Krishna and Rama were two of the ten avatars of Vishnu. Ayurveda from Sanskrit ayurveda, which means "knowledge of life". baboo from Hindi babu, meaning "father" Bahasa from Sanskrit bahuvrihih, a composite word, meaning 'much rice.' Bandanna from Hindi Bandhna,() which means to 'tie-dye,' a mode of dyeing in which the cloth is tied in different places, to prevent the parts tied from receiving the dye. A bright yellow or red silk handkerchief with diamond shaped spots left white while dyeing. bandy from the Tamil word 'vandy' which means 'vehicle'. ox-cart from Hindi Bangri , a ring of coloured glass worn on the wrist by women. Banyan from Hindi baniyaa and Sanskrit vanij, which means "a merchant". Basmati from Hindi ultimately from Sanskrit vasa, meaning 'fragrant' Batik A textile dyeing technique in which areas not to be dyed are coated with |
For which West Indian team did Clive Lloyd play Shell Shield matches | Tony Cozier on the Shell Shield, West Indies' first-class tournament, which began 50 years ago | Cricket | ESPN Cricinfo West Indies' first-class tournament, which began 50 years ago, boasted famous names and unforgettable rivalries 33 West Indies' invincible team of the '70s and '80s practised world domination through the fiercely competitive Shell Shield © PA Photos Jeffrey Stollmeyer, former Test captain, later board president, regarded it as "probably the most significant development in West Indies cricket". Allan Rae, Stollmeyer's one-time opening partner and his successor as president, termed it "the missing link in the chain". Wednesday marks 50 years since the inauguration of the Shell Shield, the first annual first-class tournament encompassing all six West Indies Cricket Board members - Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Leeward and Windward Islands (of which the last two initially joined as the Combined Islands). It was a long time coming. The initial first-class match in the Caribbean was in 1865, between Barbados and British Guiana (now Guyana) at the Garrison Savannah on the outskirts of Barbados' capital, Bridgetown. In the interim, there were the yearly, so-called "goodwill" series between Barbados, British Guiana and Trinidad from 1920 to 1944, and brief, reciprocal encounters with Jamaica, too distant in the northern Caribbean to make their inclusion financially feasible. The Windward and Leeward Islands weren't brought into the mainstream until the Shield. Its introduction coincided with a period of burgeoning West Indies strength. Frank Worrell's team of highly talented young players had made their unforgettable impact in the tied Test series in Australia five years earlier. They subsequently prevailed over India at home, England in England, and under Garry Sobers , Worrell's heir as captain, in the Caribbean for the first time over Australia in 1965. Even though the board's lack of resources restricted it to a single round of four, then five, matches for each team, standards were maintained by the intense rivalry always present among territories separated by water and united only by their excellence in the sport bequeathed to them by the British colonisers. By the time Shell Oil's sponsorship ended into 1987, the game was already being transformed by its many new innovations. Kerry Packer's World Series Cricket, featuring West Indies' 20 finest players, introduced one-day matches with a white ball under lights. It was followed two decades later by the shortest format, 20 overs a side; a cluster of domestic franchise T20 tournaments added an even more far-reaching dimension, offering such lucrative contracts that leading West Indians no longer committed themselves to WICB cricket. The Shield morphed by turn into the Red Stripe, Busta and Carib Beer Cups between 1987 and 2008. Unable to attract new sponsors, the WICB has since been compelled to finance its first-class competitions on its own, adding its latest reform, the franchised Professional Cricket League (PCL), in 2014-15. No team has dominated regional cricket as Barbados did in the Shell Shield's 21 seasons , winning 11 times and sharing once. They were at their strongest in the first season, when they fielded eight current Test players, led by Sobers. British Guiana and Trinidad and Tobago were each beaten by an innings, Jamaica by seven wickets. Only rain that wiped out two days against Combined Islands prevented a clean sweep. Barbados reeled off six individual hundreds (along with Sobers' 204 against British Guiana) and conceded only one, 107 by a hard-hitting, bespectacled 21-year-old left-handed newcomer by the name of Clive Lloyd . It wasn't to say the other teams were weak. British Guiana's batting order read Steve Camacho, Roy Fredericks, Rohan Kanhai, Basil Butcher, Joe Solomon and Lloyd; Lance Gibbs' offspin led their attack. "I always got a similar buzz on the morning of a match against Barbados as for a Test in Australia" Jeff Dujon "I would place this team at least the equal of New South Wales and probably s |
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Who was the first composer to appear on English banknotes | The historical characters on our banknotes - BBC News BBC News The historical characters on our banknotes By Kevin Peachey Personal finance reporter, BBC News 2 November 2011 Read more about sharing. Close share panel We are likely to see many of their names and faces every day, but how much do we know about the historical characters on our banknotes? As of 2 November, Matthew Boulton and James Watt have joined the range of people from the past whose portraits are found on the pound. Following a long process of selection, design and manufacture, the new £50 banknote is in circulation, with the industrialist and engineer as the first dual portrait produced on a Bank of England note. In time they will replace Sir John Houblon, the first governor of the Bank of England, as the faces of the £50 note. So who can we find on our banknotes, and why have they been picked? The newcomers Anyone lucky enough to get their hands on a £50 will - on the newest notes - find the portraits of industrialist Matthew Boulton (1728-1809) and James Watt (1736-1819). Image caption Boulton (left) and Watt were two key figures in the Industrial Revolution The former, as an entrepreneur, was key to the emergence of Birmingham as a centre for manufacturing. Meanwhile, Watt was an engineer and scientist who improved the steam engine and, encouraged by Boulton, made one for the textile and cotton spinning industry. He introduced the term "horsepower" and the metric unit of power is named after him. The reason both appear on the £50 note is that their partnership brought steam-driven machinery to the minting of coins. Boulton established the Soho Mint, to support the Royal Mint, and produced coins of the highest quality. Media captionChris Salmon is chief cashier at the Bank of England and his signature goes on the new bank note Also appearing on the £50 note - the first time he appears on any banknote - is Chris Salmon. While you will not see a portrait of him, his signature will become one of the most common and important in the country. That is because he is the chief cashier of the Bank of England, and without the signature of the person in that position on a Bank of England banknote, it is not legal. The Bristol University graduate joined the Bank of England in 1991 and took up his current role in April. His name replaces that of previous chief cashier Andrew Bailey - whose signature still appears on most banknotes in circulation. The current crop Some of the characters whose portraits can be found on Bank of England banknotes are household names but others, even though we see their pictures so regularly are not. Image caption Social reformer Elizabeth Fry was the daughter of a banker from Norwich Take the face of the fiver - Elizabeth Fry (1780-1845). She was the third daughter of Norwich banker John Gurney, who made her name as a social reformer. Her influence on prison reform spread around the world. The portrait on the £5 note was from the time she was awarded the key to Newgate Prison in recognition of her work, especially in improving the conditions for women prisoners. Perhaps much better known is Charles Darwin (1809-1882), the British scientist who laid the foundations of the theory of evolution and transformed the way we think about the natural world. The £10 note features HMS Beagle, the vessel on which Darwin collected a mass of specimens and notes from which he drew his most significant conclusions. Rising up the value chart, and onto the Bank of England £20 note, we can find one of the fathers of modern economics, Adam Smith (1723-1790). Image caption The picture of Adam Smith on a £20 note was adapted from this image in the National Galleries of Scotland His theory of the division of labour, outlined in An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations, has become fundamental for industry and commerce. Using an example of a pin factory, he explained how co-operation between workers in the factory, dividing tasks between them, raised their collective output. Until recently composer Edward Elgar featured on the £20 note, |
Which billionaire married Melinda French in 1995 | Business | Melinda French Gates: A Microsoft Mystery -- She Married High- Profile Bill Gates, But Wants Her Life Kept Private | Seattle Times Newspaper Melinda French Gates: A Microsoft Mystery -- She Married High- Profile Bill Gates, But Wants Her Life Kept Private She grew up on a street called Princess and married the king of software. But Melinda French never wanted to live in a fairy tale. This is the '90s and she married Microsoft's Bill Gates, the richest man in America. As a 29-year-old bride, she already had a career, a house, an independent life and stock options probably worth millions. She was nobody's other half. French burst onto the public scene in 1993 with the announcement that the Microsoft manager would marry the boss of her bosses. Overnight, she became one of the most talked-about people in Seattle society. People magazine ran a photo of the 1994 Gates-French wedding on the 17th hole of a Hawaiian golf course in its "Brides of the Year" edition. Inside Microsoft, she is well-regarded, an energetic MBA who's handled several of the company's products, including its newest software release, Microsoft Bob. She was a standout student in high school and at Duke University. For fun, she runs, hikes Mount Rainier, plays golf with her husband and supports local theater. She's passionate about expanding educational opportunities for girls. She also is passionate about her privacy - asking people she's met, and some she's never met, not to discuss her life with the press. Susan Boeschen, a former Microsoft vice president, is one of many friends who declined to discuss French's private life but ended a brief interview with a revealing comment: "That was part of her agreement with Bill. That she stays private." French wrote to residents of her former neighborhood in Seattle, asking them not to talk about her. She asked her high school in Dallas to keep quiet. People hired to work on her wedding had to sign a non-disclosure agreement. She's turned down interview requests from People magazine, NBC's Tom Brokaw and countless others. A reporter was booted from her advertised appearance at a Forest Ridge School seminar on girls in education. As a recent NBC news special and a Time magazine cover showed, the Microsoft PR machine works hard to keep Bill Gates in the public eye. But the machine slams shut when her name comes up. "We're not at liberty to help out with that," says a company spokeswoman. Ditto with company insiders when asked about personal details. One friend there even refused to confirm that she jogs with French. "So you want to write about the mystery woman?" jokes lawyer William Gates, her father-in-law. "It's a legitimate story but I'm not going to comment." Neither will her mother. "I was told that if you need any information, you should call Microsoft," says Elaine French. Nor Seattle University president, the Rev. William Sullivan, who married the couple. "His relationship with the Gateses is very private," says Sullivan's assistant. French's friends see her in a difficult but admirable struggle. Not just to keep away those who make it their business to chronicle celebrities. But to keep her identity from being washed over by a tsunami called Gates, who dominates not just Microsoft but the entire software industry. At Microsoft, employees pore over every utterance by Gates and often agonize over scheduled meetings with him. But as a midlevel manager in her husband's company, Melinda French Gates has told people, even her bosses, she wants no special treatment. At the Microsoft cafeteria, she stands in line like everyone else. At work and at home, she wants a normal life. "While I understand that your readers may find my story interesting because of the man I married, it is a personal decision for me not to share information about our relationship or my personal life with the world at large," she wrote to a reporter who wanted an interview. Nonetheless, certain details of her life can be pieced together from various sources, including fragments French has given in rare interviews. The portrait that |
What fruit flavour is the alcoholic drink Mirabelle | New Fruit-Flavored Drinks - Cool Hunting New Fruit-Flavored Drinks FOOD + DRINK New Fruit-Flavored Drinks Real fruit, natural flavors and a few bubbles bring freshness to these new beverages—all perfect heat-beaters by Evan Orensten BEVERAGES DRINKS FLAVORS FRUIT JUICE Overpowered, chemically flavored and HFCS-sweetened sodas more and more seem like relics of our clueless food past. A new generation of drinks flavored with real fruit, naturally-sweetened or relying on fruit juice alone provide a range of options for beating the summer heat. Whether drinking them straight up or gussied up with the tipple of choice, we're enjoying a fridge-full of options this summer. Cascal Soda For those who enjoy the complex notes of wine, you can now find the same intricacies in Cascal soda. Using a double-fermentation process, their unlikely juice-based flavor profiles are lightly carbonated and skip sugar, artificial colors and preservatives. Unusual ingredients such as mirabelle plums and magnolia combine to make their three non-alcoholic options—Crisp White, Light Red, and Fine Dry—selling at local Whole Foods Markets . Flavrz Drink Mix While both drink mixes and at-home soda makers have been making advancements in recent years, there has yet to be a happy marriage of the two. Taking both good ideas and making them better, Flavrz liquid mixes are designed for those who want to make their own flavored bubbly water without all the additives—all while reducing environmental waste . Available in 16-ounce bottles or individual one-ounce flavor packets, it's up to you how much flavor you put in, making each beverage your own custom blend. Each naturally-delicious flavor, like Cherry Berry or Tropical or soda varieties such as root beer or cola, sells on Flavrz's website . Twelve Noon to Midnight Renowned American chefs David Burke and Alfred Portale recently moved into the beverage world, seeking the perfect compliment to every meal and every occasion. Their creation, the line of sparkling juice and tea combinations known as Twelve , come in the original peachy-apricot flavor or the new pomegranate-ginger Rouge. True to their word, each flavor is "unlike anything you have ever tasted" with incredible complexity. At $7 for 750mL bottle in select stores , the price is as good as the product. The Modern Cocktail It's always five o'clock somewhere, especially if you're in Irvine, CA testing combos with the new The Modern Cocktail company. Their premium cocktail mixers aren't the Jack-and-cokes or cran-vodkas of your college days, but instead employ the fruitiest, most innovative recipes to create new mixers for the ages. Putting modern spins on all the classics (including margaritas, champagne toppers, and assorted 'tinis), the Modern Cocktail has options that will inspire even the most trepidatious bartender. Available in themed five-packs based on category ($10) or extra-large single-flavor "fresh packs" ($4, designed to be air and light-proof), look out for them in specialty and high-end retailers this fall. Ayala's Sparkling Herbal Water had flat waters diff flavors Building on the success of their flat waters, Ayala's Herbal Waters are completely artificial- and preservative-free sparkling waters deeply infused with herbs. Flavors such as cinnamon orange peel and lemongrass mint vanilla (with more combos on the way) confuse and enchant the tastebuds all at once. All products sell on the company's website , with the new sparklers starting at $24 for a three-pack sampler. Gojilania Goji Juice Blends The Goji berry has been getting more and more recognition for its deliciously nutritious qualities, along with the Açai berry , Pomegranate, Mangosteen , and Blueberry. Together, these superfruits cover all of the bases in boosting energy, nutrition, antioxidants and lending tastiness. Gojilania Goji Juice Blends keeps it simple, combining Goji individually with each of the others and without the use of artificial additives. This upshot is a blend filled with the exotic flavors that rarely make their way into a 10.5-ounce bottle, but as a resu |
What nationality are the group The Cardigans | Nina Persson - Biography - IMDb Nina Persson Jump to: Overview (3) | Mini Bio (1) | Spouse (1) | Trivia (3) | Personal Quotes (1) Overview (3) 5' 6" (1.68 m) Mini Bio (1) Wonderfully talented vocalist and lyricist, primarily with Swedish band 'The Cardigans'. Persson was born on September 6th 1974 in Orebro, Sweden. Always interested in music (she plays harmonica, some guitar, piano and drums), she joined The Cardigans in 1992. The band had formed in Jonkoping, Sweden after guitarist Peter Svensson met the extremely tall Magnus Sveningsson playing in a hardcore group. The two were heavy metal fans but had tired of this and decided to form a pop band. They knew Persson from Art College and the line-up was completed by keyboard player Lars-Olaf Johansson and drummer Bengt Lagerberg. Signed to the Stockholm label, `The Cardigans' debut album `Emmerdale' (1994) (named in tribute to the British television show Emmerdale (1972) showcased Persson's sweet voice and Svensson's winning way with a tune. Much attention was focused on Persson's undoubted attractiveness, some interviews airbrushed the other band members out entirely. Persson found this sort of exposure discomfiting, being promoted as a pin-up was undermining to her real musical ambitions. The next album, `Life', with several re-recordings of 'Emmerdale' songs, was a satirical riposte to the first album and saw the band more in a more avant-garde direction with arrangements and artwork. It broke `The Cardigans' into new markets -they were especially popular in Japan - and sold one and a half million copies worldwide. With `First Band on the Moon', released in 1996, the band developed into a more complex, darker animal, the songs were about heartbreak, infidelity and despair. The album also contained Persson's first solo writing credit, the plaintive `heartbreaker'. After being featured in Baz Luhrmann Romeo + Juliet (1996), the song `Lovefool' rocketed the band to international stardom. However it was unrepresentative of the album and though it helped it go gold in America many critics branded them saccharine soft-pop on the basis of 'Lovefool'. Annoyed by this inaccurate description, the band reappeared in 1998 as a souped-up rock beast with 'Gran Turismo'. The video for `Favourite Game' featured a tattooed Persson in a Thelma & Louise (1991) esque role as a criminal on the run. It was the band's most consistent album to date, with several tracks written by Persson individually. It spawned the European hit singles `My Favourite Game' and `Erase/Rewind' and sold 2.5 million copies worldwide, however it failed to make a dent in the American market. After touring and promoting the album, the band decided to take a hiatus. In 1997 Persson had formed the experimental indie act `A Camp' with Swedish musician Niclas Frisk. `Cardigans' business occupied Persson for the next couple of years, however in 2000 they reconvened. Long a fan of alternative singer / songwriter Mark Linkous of `Sparklehorse', she got him in for production duties and her boyfriend `Shudder to Think' guitarist Nathan Larson . Their catchy, melodic lead-off single `I Can Buy You' was released in September 2001. The self-titled album, 'A Camp' (2001), was a wonderful piece of work, showcasing both Persson's lyrical and vocal talent as well as her own musical affinities. She brought this musical influence and lyrical confidence to the next `Cardigans' album, `Long Gone Before Daylight'. The album chronicles Persson's disillusionment, disappointment and her ultimately finding love with Nathan Larson (who she married on June 16th 2001). Under-promoted and not commercially successful, it is `The Cardigans' most accomplished album. Persson has just finished work on 'The Cardigans' 6th album 'Super Extra Gravity'. - IMDb Mini Biography By: GW Phillips Spouse (1) |
Which TV game show offered consolation prizes made from tungsten | Game Show Consolation Prizes: The Not So Perfect Ten | East of the M60 East of the M60 BBC , Entertainment , ITV , Media , Quiz Shows , Television , The Not So Perfect Ten mancunian1001 This month’s starter for ten With the possible exception of Eggheads, Pointless, and The Chase, there are few quiz shows originating from the 21st century which offer contestants any of the following: A solid intellectual challenge in their given subject area or wide ranging subject areas; Gloriously crap consolation prizes; Questions where multiple choice is the exception rather than the rule. For the purpose of this month’s Not So Perfect Ten, I shall be focusing on the second point: Gloriously crap consolation prizes. By this, trophies not worth the balsa wood they were made from; miniature follies which serve little or no purpose. Some may have a quite useful purpose, though not the sort of thing you would buy as a suitable birthday/Christmas/wedding/Labour Day/National Pie Week present. Our ten prizes: XYZ: A mug tree; Lucky Ladders: A model pair of ladders (Lennie’s Losers’ Ladders); Crackerjack: a pencil; Bullseye: bendy Bully, chalk holders, darts and tankards; Runway: a newspaper of your birthdate; Larry Grayson’s Generation Game: a door trophy; Family Fortunes: silver framed family photograph; Wheel of Fortune: watch and electronic game; Wipeout: paperweight, umbrella. 1. All for the sake of my little mug tree XYZ (BBC One, 1993) Presented by George Marshall as a hastily created replacement for the lunch time showing of Eldorado, XYZ was a letter based game show where contestants scored points for any word which used an alphabetical string. For example, ‘student’ would gain a good score, owing the position of S, T and U in the alphabet, as would ‘definite’ (with D, E and F), irrespective of word length. Losing contestants would take home a XYZ mug tree. Great for the kitchen or staff room, but hardly commemorative. * * * 2. ‘But we don’t want to give you that…’ – years before Chris Tarrant’s quizzical juggernaut Lucky Ladders (Anglia/ITV 1988 – 93) Anglia brought us The Quiz of the Week in the late 1970s, but their late 1980s gem was one of ITV’s most popular daytime quiz shows. Launched in 1988BJK [Before Jeremy Kyle], Lucky Ladders was a word association puzzle game where contestants would build a word ladder using the top and bottom words, ultimately meeting in the middle. Hosted by Lennie Bennett, the programme went out at 9.25 am for five years, sharing that slot with other contemporary shows like Chain Letters, Crosswits and Runway. Winning contestants would leave Norwich with a holiday, whereas losers would take home one of Lennie’s Losers’ Ladders. For the first series, they only had six of these diminutive trophies and never left the studio with their consolation prize in tow. (They were mailed to their home address shortly after). During its first series, all contestants came from the Anglia region. * * * 3. ‘It’s Friday, it’s five to five, and it’s…’ Crackerjack (BBC One, 1955 – 1984) Crackerjack was a long running children’s variety programme which had a game show element as its main feature. Though the programme was an apprenticeship for Leslie Crowther, Michael Aspel and Eamonn Andrews, it was the latter person’s game show element Double or Drop which was the apogee of most Crackerjack viewers’ favoured parts of the show. Children would balance on a box and hold either as many prizes or cabbages. For a right answer, he or she would hold onto a prize, such as a board game. For each wrong answer, he or she would be given a cabbage. By the time they are weighed down by the cabbages, or if they lost balance, they lose the lot. Win or lose, each contestant would be given a Crackerjack pencil, a relatively low value item of heightened status owing to its prospective collectibility and exclusivity value. For a time in the 1970s, they ditched the pencils, revived th |
Which ex Fleet Street editor hosted the TV quiz programme Headliners | TV-am - Presenter Profiles Presenter Profiles Adrian Brown Adrian was already a TV-am reporter and newsreader when he was asked to take over from Nick Owen as main "Good Morning Britain" presenter in August 1986. He presented the programme with Anne Diamond for a few months but returned to foreign reporting in 1987. Alvin Stardust Pop star Alvin Stardust was recruited by TV-am in 1987 to present the Sunday morning children's feature "Fables, Parables and Miracles". It was a mixture of stories and songs with a religious theme. He later went on to host a half hour breakfast show for children called "It's Stardust". Again this was a mixture of stories and songs. Sadly Alvin died in October 2014, aged 72. He'd been suffering from prostate cancer. Angela Rippon One of TV-am's "Famous Five" presenters, joined the company at the very start and was involved in planning the station's launch in 1983. Presenter of "Good Morning Britain" and "Daybreak". Left TV-am in April 1983. Angela has many TV projects and can be seen regularly on the BBC's "One Show". Anna Ford One of the "Famous Five" presenters, Anna hosted the very first "Good Morning Britain" with David Frost. Already well established as a newscaster on ITN's "News at Ten", Anna was a prime catch for the new company. She was heavily involved in the pre-launch, helping to publicise the arrival of breakfast television in the UK at public events and to advertisers. Although things didn't go to plan, Anna's contribution to the launch of TV-am was huge. She later was to join BBC News and left in 2006 to join the board of Sainsbury's. Anne Diamond Anne Diamond joined TV-am as main presenter in June 1983 from the BBC aged 28. Her on-screen partnership with Nick Owen brought the station unimaginable success. After Nick's departure in 1986, Anne teamed up with a variety of co-presenters including Adrian Brown, Mike Morris, Richard Keys, Geoff Meade and David Foster. In 1988 she got her own Sunday morning show "Summer Sunday", and in 1989 this became known as "Anne Diamond on Sunday". Anne finally left TV-am in 1990. She can now be heard every morning presenting her own show on BBC Radio Berkshire 10am-1pm, and is a regular contributor to "The Wright Stuff". Anneka Rice Anneka Rice was a guest presenter on "Good Morning Britain" between 1985 and 1987, filling in for Anne Diamond. She would co-present the programme with Nick Owen, Henry Kelly, Mike Morris and Richard Keys. Anneka was a well known presenter of childrens programmes and the popular Channel Four programme "Treasure Hunt". Arabella Warner Childrens TV researcher turned presenter, Arabella was a regular on "The Wide Awake Club". She also often appeared as continuity announcer on Sunday mornings linking all of TV-am's programmes. Brian Milton Brian was with TV-am from the very start and went on to produce the programme and front the "Money Matters" slot. In 1987/8 he flew a microlight aircraft from London to Australia. His adventures, included being wrecked on a Greek island but gluing the aircraft back together again, and rescuing the aircraft after a fuel blockage put him in the Persian Gulf thirty-two miles from Abu Dhabi on Christmas Day in the middle of the Iran/Iraq War. He had 9 out-landings in all. Brian was first man to fly a flexwing microlight around the world in 1998. Two men set off, Brian returned alone 120 days later. His co-pilot, Keith Reynolds, didn’t lose his life, just the plot, abandoning the flight in Siberia. Brian won the Royal Aero Club’s premier Britannia Trophy, and the RAC’s Segrave Trophy (awarded in 2008 to Lewis Hamilton). He signed a Hollywood contract in 2010 selling an option onthe film rights to this adventure. In 2001 Brian failed to cross the Atlantic by microlight trying Alcock and Brown’s direct route. He has written books, and had some TV programmes made about these adventures ( www.brian-milton.com ). He now writes books and is looking for another adventure. Caroline Righton Caroline Righton was recruited to get the early rising men tuning in to TV-am's first hour, |
Michael Aspel, Michael Parkinson, and Tim Clark have all hosted which TV game show | Give Us A Clue - Show News, Reviews, Recaps and Photos - TV.com Give Us A Clue EDIT Give Us a Clue is a British game show, which was broadcast on ITV from 1979 to 1992. From 1979 to 1983, the show was originally hosted by Michael Aspel, and then by Michael Parkinson from 1984 to 1992. The show was based on charades, a fun game in which players were given two minutes to mime and without talking, demonstrate a name, phrase, book, play, film or TV program. The team scored three points for a correct answer in the first minute, and two points for a correct answer in the second minute. The opposing team could earn one point for guessing the right answer, if the mimed-to team failed to answer correctly. Each team was comprised of four members, with one being captained by Lionel Blair and the other by Una Stubbs. Liza Goddard captained the women's team in later versions of the program. A BBC One remake of the show, hosted by Tim Clark, also introduced a lateral puzzle to the format. This remake featured Christopher Blake and Julie Peasgood as team captains. moreless |
Which TV quiz show was based on the producer's experiences at the hands of the Gestapo | Which British Game Shows Could Work In America, And How? - Television - Previously.TV Television Which British Game Shows Could Work In America, And How? British game shows may be light on dinette sets, but they’re heavy on knowledge. America might not be ready. 0 The British do a lot of genres right, television-wise: period dramas, cozy detective series, reality programming that makes us Americans feel better about our own riff-raff (hi, Geordie Shore), and, of course, primetime game shows. The British love their primetime game shows, and over the years, they've come up with some formats that really work. A few of these shows have been adapted to American television (The Weakest Link) but most haven’t, which is a shame, because some of them would definitely work for an American audience. That being said, other British game shows assuredly would not be a great fit for a U.S. audience (hint: the ones that require a deep knowledge of the classics, foreign languages, history, and other kinds of book learnin'). Here, then, are five British game shows, ranked in order of least to most adaptable for American television. 5. QI A wildly popular show in which panelists are asked questions on extremely obscure topics; they're awarded points for interesting answers, and docked points for "answers which are not only wrong, but pathetically obvious" (i.e., popular misconceptions) and joke answers. Why it could work in America: Not to be pessimistic, but: it wouldn't. (See below.) Why it wouldn't work: It should be clear just from the description of this show why it wouldn’t translate well to American TV. We can barely handle Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?; there's no way we're gonna watch a show where contestants are punished for regurgitating popularly held beliefs, making easy jokes, or being anything less than scintillating in their responses. The QI website describes the show this way: "At one extreme, QI is serious, intensely scientific, deeply mystical; at the other it is hilarious, silly and frothy enough to please the most indolent couch-potato." Yeah, you lost us, Britain. Also, take it from possibly the most indolent of couch-potatoes (me): this show is not silly, nor can it fairly be described as frothy. I've tried to watch it multiple times and I just don't get it. This one definitely isn't ready for (American) primetime. 4. Eggheads The show pits a quiz team of seven "Eggheads" — "some of the country's top quiz champions" (who rotate each episode) — against a series of teams of five challengers (regular Joes, presumably) who try to beat the Eggheads during a series of rounds. This show is popular enough in Britain to have spawned a spinoff series, Are You an Egghead?. These people love their eggheads! Why it could work in America: It's basically team-style Jeopardy, and it plays on our latent populist desire to see "regular" people beat "smart" people at trivia (eat it, smart people!). Bonus if we can get Jeff Foxworthy to host! Why it wouldn't work: The U.S. doesn't have the same vast pool of "quiz champions" to draw from, because when it comes to quiz shows, we pretty much only have Jeopardy. And even if Ken Jennings quits his day job (does he still have a day job?) and becomes a panelist, we’re still several Eggheads short of a proper stable of Eggheads. Britain, meanwhile, has more quiz shows — and thus potential Eggheads — than it knows what to do with, and is drawing contestants from competitions that we've never even heard of, such as British Quiz Championship, European Quizzing Championship, World Quizzing Championship, Going For Gold, Brain Of Britain, Beat The Nation, Mastermind, and the aforementioned Are You An Egghead?. So until America beefs up its Egghead population, this show will have a deficit of potential contestants. Get on it, America. 3. University Challenge Even though it was originally based on an American program called College Bowl, University Challenge is a very British institution. The show pits four-person teams of students from various universities against each other in a knockout tour |
Who was the host of the TV game show Bognor or Bust | Angus to host 'Bognor or bust' game show | Daily Mail Online Angus to host 'Bognor or bust' game show Last updated at 10:16 23 August 2004 Television presenter Angus Deayton is to a host a new game show where contestants battle to win a holiday of a lifetime. Deayton, who quit his job as presenter of the BBC's Have I Got News For You after reports about his private life, recently hosted the celebrity chef reality show Hell's Kitchen. In his new ITV1 show two contestants will each choose two celebrities or comics to help them answer questions about wacky news stories from around the world and the latest news in the British press. The winner will then go through to the final where all the personalities will combine their brainpower to help the contestant answer the final question. If they get it right, they win their dream holiday, if they lose, they are sent to Bognor Regis for a weekend. Amongst those appearing in the first edition of Bognor or Bust on September 2 will be Tara Palmer Tomkinson and actor James Dreyfus, who took part in the Hell's Kitchen. Deayton has never been to the seaside town in West Sussex but stated: "I have been upstairs on a bus. I believe the adrenalin rush is roughly comparable". The British holiday destination has a slightly unenviable reputation following the apocryphal tale that George V's dying words, when told by his physician he would soon be convalescing in the town, were "Bugger Bognor". Deayton added: "The biggest challenge for me personally, will be to convince the loser that a weekend in Bognor is more interesting than it sounds. "To help the loser, we have one or two extra bonus prizes to soften the blow, such as a complimentary ticket to Bognor's Wireless Museum, and a pound's worth of 2p bits for the Coin Cascade." |
In which 1987 film did Arnold Schartzenegger play a contestant in a futuristic game show | The Running Man (1987) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error A wrongly convicted man must try to survive a public execution gauntlet staged as a game show. Director: Stephen King (novel) (as Richard Bachman), Steven E. de Souza (screenplay) Stars: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 46 titles created 18 May 2011 a list of 39 titles created 30 Oct 2011 a list of 37 titles created 16 Jun 2012 a list of 30 titles created 05 Aug 2014 a list of 32 titles created 10 Sep 2014 Title: The Running Man (1987) 6.6/10 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 & 3 nominations. See more awards » Videos A retired elite Black Ops Commando launches a one man war against a group of South American criminals who have kidnapped his daughter . Director: Mark L. Lester A fearless, globe-trotting, terrorist-battling secret agent has his life turned upside down when he discovers his wife might be having an affair with a used car salesman. Director: James Cameron When a man goes for virtual vacation memories of the planet Mars, an unexpected and harrowing series of events forces him to go to the planet for real - or does he? Director: Paul Verhoeven A tough Russian policeman is forced to partner up with a cocky Chicago police detective when he is sent to Chicago to apprehend a Georgian drug lord who killed his partner and fled the country. Director: Walter Hill A physically perfect but innocent man goes in search of his long-lost twin brother, who is a short small-time crook. Director: Ivan Reitman A team of commandos on a mission in a Central American jungle find themselves hunted by an extraterrestrial warrior. Director: John McTiernan A Witness Protection specialist becomes suspicious of his co-workers when dealing with a case involving high-tech weapons. Director: Chuck Russell A barbarian warrior sets off to avenge his parents and his tribe whom were slain by an evil sorcerer and his henchmen when he was a boy. Director: John Milius With the help of a magic ticket, a young film fan is transported into the fictional world of his favorite action film character. Director: John McTiernan A tough cop must pose as a kindergarten teacher in order to locate a dangerous criminal's ex-wife, who may hold the key to putting him behind bars. Director: Ivan Reitman In a dystopic and crime-ridden Detroit, a terminally wounded cop returns to the force as a powerful cyborg haunted by submerged memories. Director: Paul Verhoeven Futuristic action about a man who meets a clone of himself and stumbles into a grand conspiracy about clones taking over the world. Director: Roger Spottiswoode Edit Storyline In the year 2017, the world economy has collapsed. The great freedoms of the United States are no longer, as the once great nation has sealed off its borders and become a militarized police state, censoring all film, art, literature, and communications. Even so, a small resistance force led by two revolutionaries manages to fight the oppression. With full control over the media, the government attempts to quell the nation's yearning for freedom by broadcasting a number of game shows on which convicted criminals fight for their lives. The most popular and sadistic of these programs is "The Running Man," hosted by Damon Killian. When a peaceful protest of starving citizens gathers in Bakersfield, California, a police officer named Ben Richards is ordered to fire on the crowd, which he refuses to do. Subdued by the other officers, the attack is carried out, and Richards is framed for the murder of almost a hundred unarmed civilians. Following a daring jail break months later, Richards is... Written by Curly Q. Link Did You Know? Trivia Prior to Paul Michael Glaser being hired as director, executive producer Rob Cohen had hired four other directors in his attempts to mak |
Who was the first presenter of the TV game show You Bet | You Bet! (TV Series 1988–1997) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error Celebrities gamble on the outcome of a challenge performed by members of the public. Stars: a list of 19 titles created 21 Sep 2012 a list of 46 titles created 17 Aug 2013 a list of 488 titles created 14 Feb 2014 a list of 1911 titles created 10 months ago a list of 209 titles created 3 months ago Search for " You Bet! " on Amazon.com Connect with IMDb Title: You Bet! (1988–1997) 7/10 Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Add Image Add an image Do you have any images for this title? The series followed the wavering relationship between two ex-lovers, Penny Warrender, a secretary for an advertising firm, and Vincent Pinner, an ex ice cream salesman turned turf ... See full summary » Stars: Paul Nicholas, Jan Francis, Sylvia Kay The long-running words and numbers game. Stars: Carol Vorderman, Richard Whiteley, Susie Dent British general knowledge quiz show which spawned imitations around the world, notably in the USA. Stars: Anne Robinson, Jon Briggs, Adam Woodyatt The original British version of the quiz show that's become a worldwide hit. Host Chris Tarrant asks hopeful contestants a series of questions, each more difficult than the last. As the ... See full summary » Stars: Chris Tarrant, Eamonn Holmes, Stephen Fry Martin is a committee man. He has numerous schemes and committees organised around the neighbourhood. He is so obsessive about every detail of everything he does he is driving his long ... See full summary » Stars: Richard Briers, Penelope Wilton, Peter Egan Edit Storyline You Bet! is an anthology game show. Various members of the public bet that they can perform some kind of challenge - be it a stunt (such as driving a car through a slalom course on two wheels), a memory test (identifying songs or objects from a brief sample), or a skill (such as dribbling two basketballs over an obstacle course). The task is performed before three celebrities and 100 audience members, who will bet on the outcome of the challenge. The celebrities win points based on their correct bet and the percentage of the audience who bet correctly (for example, if the celebrity bets 'yes' on a challenge, and 79% of the audience also bet 'yes', if the challenger completes his challenge, the celebrity would get 79 points). The points of all celebrities and all correct audience responses are added together at the end of the show and multiplied. The corresponding amount of cash is donated to a charity of the winning celebrity's choice. The losing celebrity had to perform a 'forfeit', ... Written by J-Pikachu 20 February 1988 (UK) See more » Filming Locations: [a JCB driver has explained that the digger is flown around the world for demonstrations] Bruce Forsyth : I bet there's hells bells when you go through the metal detector! (Cardiff, UK) – See all my reviews After watching yet another Popstars/Pop Idol/Fame Academy type show last night, some friends and I had a conversation about what Saturday night TV used to be like in the UK before we became bombarded with non-stop talent shows populated by mostly talentless wanna-bes. During the conversation, You Bet! was mentioned and the memories came flooding back! The aim of the game was for celebrities to bet on the outcome of events such as 'Can this man identify every Queen song just from hearing the drum beat?' or 'Can this insane person jump over a row of Double Decker buses whilst on fire?' (that type was usually reserved for the finale). Exciting though this was, it got better. Firstly, audience participation was involved. The studio audience would also bet on the outcomes, and however many were right would earn the same amount in money for charity. Also, you could play along at home amongst the family of course. Secondly, if a |
What was the name of the golfing game show presented by Jimmy Tarbuck | Full Swing: AKA how Jimmy Tarbuck & The BBC Killed Golf aka how Jimmy Tarbuck & the BBC killed Golf BBC: (May 1997-July 1997) I enjoy the sport of golf. Whether it's just hanging around with some friends on a 9 hole course, just shooting the breeze and the balls into the water, the trees or the course managers 1998 Ford Taurus. Or sometimes it's just to the driving range, trying to hit the long ball or the person that's picking up all the loose balls. Or maybe it's just watching Tiger Woods missing the cut at Quail Hollow, laughing all the while. It's a great sport. Sure it can get boring at times, but that's all part of the game. But the BBC decided, "Hey, let's take this popular sport, confine it to a TV studio and get an annoying prat to host the show." Thus, the viewing public were treated to the triple bogey of game shows that was Full Swing. Before I do anything, I gotta talk about the host. Seeing the gap in the teeth that Phil Mickelson can chip through means that it's the one and thankfully only, Jimmy Tarbuck. Here is the supposed funnyman on the buggy making jokes about his buggy going up to 45 where he lives at 74. Lame joke telling. He then continued to make jokes about the BBC and a supposed game show involved MP's called "Prats Win Prizes." Then he makes cheap jokes about two superior hosts in Bruce Forsyth and Michael Parkinson. If you have to sink that low to get laughs, then that's just sad. It doesn't get much better when his main hosting style is chiding the contestants that don't do well. I mean, the insults that he comes up with are really pathetic too, but more on that later. He then chats with the contestants and then the celebrity golfers that help out the contestants as well. More Tarbuckisms apply here as he tries desperately to be funny and ends up in the sand trap instead. This wouldn't be so bad, but it just drags on and on. It took Tarbuck 6 or so minutes to introduce the contestants and 4 of those 6 was telling horrific jokes. Stuff so bad that it would get the QI Siren if Stephen Fry had any say in the matter. But then he announces it's time to actually play Full Swing and the first round entitled "Three For the Tee" Yes, with really cheap graphic and Tee-esque effect. Already it seems cheesy and a bore to watch, and we haven't even gotten to the actual game yet. The first round has the celebrity Golfers playing the hole on one of those virtual reality golf simulators that people see at most Golf Pro Shops or at the mall when they are trying to sell people some new clubs. So, already we're not getting Golf, we're getting Virtual Reality Golf. It's kinda cheap, but then again, I doubt a full golf course would be able to stand Jimmy Tarbuck's jokes or mannerisms or anything like that. So, they're stuck with this. The object is to try to get as close to the pin as you can get. The two closest teams move on to the next round. In order to do this, the celebrities take one shot and hopefully avoid any bunkers or water hazards or hitting it out of bounds in certain cases. After that one shot, Tarbuck asks the mild mannered contestants to pick an envelope. In the envelopes contain 2 general knowledge questions. Each correct answer moves the ball up about 45-55 yards. However, if the celebrity knocked it in the water or out of bounds, the first correct answer gets them out of said hazard. So, it's not too terribly bad, it's just boring. Plus, it doesn't help that Tarby decides to crack wise every now and then, especially when one of the contestants admitted that he was a Manchester United fan. Afterwards, the celebs take one last shot to try to get close to the pin and they get the final distance from their ball to the pin. The team that wound up in third was eliminated and then played Crazy Consolation. Yay, more crappy title screens. Oh, and want to know why it's crazy, just look at how crazy the |
Who is the tall bloke who sits in the corner and helps in the TV quiz show Pointless | BBC - BBC TV blog: Pointless: How I became the co-host Richard Osman | 12:57 UK time, Wednesday, 6 July 2011 So Pointless started at 5.15pm on BBC One on Monday, launching with a week of celebrity programmes. We've already done over 100 shows on BBC Two and now we're making the big leap up to BBC One. Very exciting. In one swoop I will go from being "Whassisname, that bloke from that thing on BBC Two," to "Whassisname, that bloke from that thing on BBC One". Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman If you haven't seen it - for example, you might have a job - Pointless is a quiz show where you win by giving obscure answers to simple questions. We also like to have some fun along the way. The wonderful Alexander Armstrong is the host and I'm his 'pointless friend', providing extra facts, trying to tell jokes, and adding to the Brokeback Mountain -style sexual frisson of the show. I had never appeared on TV before. My background is behind the camera. First as a writer on shows like Have I Got News For You and Whose Line Is It Anyway? , and then as a producer on shows as varied as Deal Or No Deal , Total Wipeout and 8 Out Of 10 Cats . My new TV presenting career came as an unexpected but lovely surprise. So how did it happen? Well, my day job now is creative director of Endemol UK , and part of that role is trying to sell new shows to TV channels. The Endemol creative team had come up with the format for Pointless and we headed off to the BBC to do a run through of the show for the brilliant Liam Keelan and Pam Cavannagh, who run the whole of BBC Daytime. In this run through, the executive producer of Pointless, Tom Blakeson , played the role of the host, and I played the role of co-host. Liam and Pam were sufficiently impressed/hoodwinked that they bought the show. Hooray! Barney Harwood and Helen Skelton on Pointless Celebrities Alexander was the perfect choice as host - warm, witty, clever, sickeningly talented and handsome - but Liam and Pam wondered if I might like to be the co-host for real? I pretended to consider the offer for nearly two to three seconds, but inside I couldn't have been more excited. I love television, I love its presence in the corner of every living room in Britain, I love the sense of belonging that television uniquely can bring. To me, actually appearing on TV - in a quiz, my favourite thing, filming at BBC Televison Centre - is a dream come true. Excuse me while I get teary-eyed for a bit. I just hope you enjoy the show as much as we enjoy making it. So, that's the story so far. Now, though, it's the move to BBC One, to the slot filled so brilliantly for so long by Anne Robinson . We're not the Weakest Link ... hello. Richard Osman is the co-host of Pointless Celebrities and Pointless . Pointless Celebrities is a week of special episodes on BBC One at 5.15pm until Friday, 8 July. The regular quiz show Pointless resumes on BBC One at 5.15pm on Monday, 11 July. Comments made by writers on the BBC TV blog are their own opinions and not necessarily those of the BBC. |
Julian Pettifer presented a tough quiz on the ITV featuring groups of people who all had something in common. What was it called | Dec 21st 1985 by Radio Soundsfamiliar - issuu issuu 0 . Your guide to a super ristmas s in years past, it is my delight to welcome you to this bumper, two-week Christmas and New Year issue of TVTimes: your complete guide to ITV and Channel Four from 21 December to 3 January. Starting here, we bring you full details of all the season's programmes — including more than 50 big-screen movies that are yours to enjoy on the small screen over the next 14 days. What are the TV blockbusters, this holiday fortnight? Attempts to make personal selections are fraught with difficulty, but no one surely will want to miss Christmas Day's Minder on the Orient Express, or The Best of Morecambe and W ise (Christmas Eve), or The Death of the Heart (22 Dec), 92 Grosvenor Street (29 Dec), Mistral's Daughter (1-2-3 Jan), Coming Through (27 Dec), the Tim Rice special (29 Dec) and A Royal Celebration of Youth (1 Jan), or Channel Four's music contrasts, W eber's Missa Sancta (Christmas Day), Blue Suede Shoes (1 Jan), Mr Parnes Shillings and Pence (1 Jan) and Don Giovanni (28 Dec). All of which is to reckon without the films — A rthur, Reds, Who Dares Wins, Close Encounters of the Third Kind (Special Edition), Superman, Moonraker, Northstar, The Lady V anishes, Great Expectations, Gregory's Girl, The Snowman — and, of course, the galaxy of talent that's due on screen in a host of specials: Freddie Starr, Cannon and Ball, Mike Yarwood, the Grumbleweeds, Copy Cats, snookerman Dennis Taylor, Spitting Image and Des O'Connor, among others, await the pleasure of your company. It's going to be a great fortnight on The Box. And I speak for everyone who has worked with me to put this copy of TV Times in your hands when I express the hope that you will enjoy it hugely — and have the happiest of Christmases and the merriest of New Years! - A double barrel of comedy Christmas Cannon & Ball blasts off the holiday season on ITV. Bobby and Tommy, left, are aided in this festive special by Paul Nicholas, who joins them to sing and dance in a rock and roll medley. See page 6. Big film fortnight A top line-up of big films on ITV and Channel Four starts with Warren Beatty and Diane Keaton, right, in Reds (ITV), a love story set against political turmoil in the United States and the Russian Revolution. Film guide starts on page 38. Laughs all the way Yuletide fun and games in special Christmas editions of two ITV favourites: 3-2-1, where the guests include Lynsey de Paul and John Inman, and those Copy Cats, including Bobby Davro, Allan Stewart and Johnny More, right. At your service Can West Germany, led by Boris Becker, beat Sweden in the Davis Cup final? Or will Mats Wilander's young Swedish side lift the trophy, as widely expected? See all the tennis action from the third and final day of the event on Channel Four. Broadway melody There's another chance to see the awardwinning show Baryshnikov on Broadway, starring Liza Minnelli and Russian ballet dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov, right, in a salute to Broadway musicals, on Channel Four. - ANTHONY PEA GA M Praised ploy The highlyacclaimed National Theatre production of The Mysteries: The Nativity, comes to Channel Four in a two-hour special. continued overpage 3 Romantic encounter White Christmas London in the late Thirties is the setting for The Death of the Heart, on ITV, starring Nigel Havers and Patricia Hodge, below. See page 6. Stocking fillers Rock fans won't want to miss Channel Four's The Pointer Sisters in Paris, above, as the three leggy girls blast out their hits, including Slow Hand, A utomatic and Jump. Cuddly Dudley Channel Four offers a haven for The Snowman and his young friend, below, in the award-winning animated version of Raymond Briggs best-seller. See page 10 and films, starting on page 38. - There's a film treat in store on ITV when Dudley Moore, DEC above, stars as A rthur, with John Gielgud as his butler. See page 10 and films, starting on page 38. 24 Ascent of a star The wondrous Gracie Fields, played by Polly DEC Hemingway, left, is remembered in Pride of Our A lley, on Channel Four. The prog |
Which game show did Annabel Croft star in after Treasure Hunt | Treasure Hunt (2) - UKGameshows Treasure Hunt (2) Cameraman (on location): Graham Berry Video recordist (on location): Frank Meyburgh Broadcast Chatsworth Television for Channel 4, 28 December 1982 to 18 May 1989 (91 episodes in 7 series + 6 specials) Chatsworth Television for Thames (regional), 30 October 1985 (as part of Thames Telethon) Chatsworth Television for ITV, 29 to 30 May 1988 (as part of ITV Telethon) Chatsworth Television for BBC Two, 16 December 2002 to 2 August 2003 (15 episodes in 2 series) Synopsis If someone came up to you and said that Treasure Hunt was an hour of complete arse, not only do they have Tourette's Syndrome, but somewhat ironically they would be almost completely right. Golden girl Anneka Rice with her lightweight (for 1985) radio pack. That's because the show is infamous for Graham the Cameraman's need to film Anneka Rice 's bottom. In jump-suit as well! However, it was a groundbreaking game too, and one of Channel 4's most popular shows of the era, regularly clawing in 7-8 million viewers. A lucky young thing gets to spend quality time with Anneka, thanks to Jim'll Fix It. The game, then. Former BBC newsreader Kenneth Kendall helps two ordinary rich people (the first two contestants were fish farmers from Cornwall) to solve five devious cryptic clues in order to guide "Skyrunner" Anneka, transported by helicopter, around the five places of interest, usually on a 20x20 km map, within 45 minutes. Come on Penny. Give me the clue. Part of the game was that although they could communicate with Anneka via a two-way radio link, they couldn't actually see her. An unintentional difficulty factor was that the radio communications would sometimes break up, completely by accident, at unfortunate times. In the studio, the players have access to lots of reference works and they'll need them because the clues are somewhat cryptic. For example, one clue once was: "In a Seahawk, in a Seahawk, in a Seahawk." the contestants had to work out that an airbase in the area was known as the HMS Seahawk, and at that place was an actual Seahawk plane and inside that was a small model of a Seahawk plane, and the clue was in that. Often homonyms, anagrams, double meanings and other connotations needed to be solved, with a bit of quick research each time, to solve the clues. The plans before the show began. For most of the run of the series, back at the base was TV-AM weather girl and zoologist (a combination you tend to see everyday) Wincey Willis who gave absolutely no help whatsoever save for time checks, giving out the clues in the studio and giving the hint to the Treasure at the top of the show. Part of her job was to track what the helicopter was doing on her big board which seemed fairly pointless, truth be told. Anneka and her crew. What made the show entertaining were the things Anneka had to do to earn the clues and the treasure. Most of the time they just had to go to a certain place, but sometimes the clue is on a character on stage at a packed performance, under the water, in the middle of an Army Assault Course obstacle - that kind of malarkey. We all deserve a well earned break now and then. Even when the contestants were stuck on clues, there was always plenty to look at. The view from the helicopter was interesting (Graham the cameraman always doing his "low shot" to perk up the proceedings), and Anneka tried her best to chip in with solving the clues wherever possible. Bless her. The main problem with the format was that if there was only 3 minutes on the clock, and that the next location was miles away, we just knew they weren't going to make it. This was a bug that was solved in the next similar show in the genre, Interceptor . That said, Treasure Hunt got seven series, Interceptor got one. There's no justice. Skyrunner in the helicopter, Anneka Rice In the final series of the original run, Anneka Rice was replaced by tennis-player Annabel Croft , who went on to do the afore-mentioned Interceptor with the same production team/helicopter crew combo (Chatsworth Television and Castle Air). Annabel C |
In what detective programme did Gene Barry play a millionaire detective | Gene Barry: The suave Chief of Detectives in the 1960s series 'Burke's Law' | The Independent Gene Barry: The suave Chief of Detectives in the 1960s series 'Burke's Law' Saturday 12 December 2009 00:00 BST Click to follow The Independent Online As the suave and witty Los Angeles Chief of Detectives in Burke's Law, Gene Barry brought to television screens a policeman who turned up to crime scenes in style, sitting in the comfortably upholstered rear of a chauffeur-driven Rolls-Royce. The millionaire Amos Burke was also seen at home, in his luxurious mansion, where a string of beautiful women visited the eligible bachelor. Burke's Law (1963-65) was the tongue-in-cheek antithesis of established American crime dramas such as Dragnet, with its mundane but eminently watchable police procedurals, and The Untouchables, which presented a weekly bloodbath of murders and massacres. Amos Burke was born in "Who Killed Julie Greer?" (1961), the first episode of The Dick Powell Show, with Powell himself playing the detective. When Barry's series began, it was notable for all of its episode titles starting "Who Killed..." and big-name guest stars such as Zsa Zsa Gabor, Cedric Hardwicke, Sammy Davis Jr, Dorothy Lamour, David Niven, Diana Dors, Mickey Rooney, Cesar Romero and Frankie Laine. "This ain't gonna be no Mickey Spillane drama," the Burke's Law producer, Aaron Spelling, announced. "There'll be no hoods in it. The criminals will be the kind who prey on high society in the grand manner. You won't see any violence, either. We're doing something that's always been done in the cinema – shooting for glamour and forgetting about being too believable." Such glitz brought wordwide fame, as well as a 1965 Golden Globe Best Actor award, but he later expressed some regret at becoming typecast as a dapper character. "I have not been able to play just an ordinary human being," he said. "They don't give me those roles – a father, a grandfather, a man who is not the elegant head of an industry. I didn't like it much – the fact that I trapped myself or got entrapped in that type of performance." Seeking to capitalise on the success of the James Bond films and the television series The Man from U.N.C.L.E., the final season of the crime drama was retitled Amos Burke – Secret Agent (1965-66), with Barry's character working for US Intelligence. Three decades later, with fewer jobs being offered to him, the actor reprised the role – working once more as Chief of Detectives – for 27 new episodes of Burke's Law (1994-95). In between, Barry played another agent working for US Intelligence, Gene Bradley, in the less successful British-made action series The Adventurer (1972-73). Described by one critic as "a knight in designer clothing", Bradley was a film star who donned various disguises as he jetted around the world rescuing threatened women, defecting scientists and others. However, even location filming in Europe failed to save the programme, which was dropped in the United States after two episodes. Barry was born Eugene Klass in New York City in 1919, the son of a violinist father and singer-actress mother, and had early ambitions to act himself after playing Bluebeard, wearing home-made pantaloons and turban, and an absorbent-cotton beard dipped in ink, in a school production. While attending private schools in New York he also learned to play the violin but gave up after breaking his arm and switched to singing, performing in clubs and choirs. His baritone voice led him to be awarded a singing scholarship to the Chatham Square School of Music. Then came a job performing on a weekly radio show and he changed his professional name to Gene Barry, borrowing from his actor idol John Barrymore's surname. Still determined to act, he joined a company touring with the play Pins and Needles in 1940 and within two years was making his Broadway début as Captain Paul Duval in a short-lived revival of the musical The New Moon (1942). But he quickly bounced back as Falke – known as "the Bat" – in the operetta Rosalinda (44th Street Theatre, Imperial Theatre and |
How many funnels did the ill-fated liner Titanic have | immigrants,steerage,White Star Line,Third Class,RMS Titanic | Cruising The Past Cruising The Past Contact & Comments RMS TITANIC – Third Class or Steerage Passengers aboard the ill-fated liner. Posted by: Michael L. Grace January 12, 2013 in STEAMSHIP LINES Comments Off on RMS TITANIC – Third Class or Steerage Passengers aboard the ill-fated liner. RMS TITANIC – Third Class or Steerage Passengers aboard the ill-fated liner. Last photo taken of the RMS Titanic – Sailing away from Queenstown, Ireland. The majority of the 700-plus steerage passengers on the RMS Titanic were emigrants. Only 25 percent of the Titanic’s third-class passengers survived, and of that 25 percent, only a fraction were men. By contrast, about 97 percent of first-class women survived the sinking of the Titanic. Newspapers sensationalized the Titanic sinking with fabricated stories… The term steerage originally referred to the part of the ship below-decks where the steering apparatus was located. However, over time, the term came to refer to the part of a passenger ship below-decks where third-class passengers were housed. Third Class Ticket – RMS Titanic On the Titanic, third-class passengers shared common bathrooms, ate in dining facilities with other third-class passengers, and slept in cabins four to a room. By the standards of the day, the accommodations on the Titanic for third-class passengers were excellent. In fact, the Titanic provided nicer living conditions than many of the steerage passengers were accustomed to at home. It was said that the Titanic’s third-class accommodations resembled other steamships’ second-class accommodations: • Third-class cabins on the Titanic had running water and electricity. • Steerage passengers were provided with meals, which were a wonderful perk; most steamships that carried steerage passengers at the time required them to bring their own food. • Passengers could clean up in their cabins in a washbasin. However, only two bathtubs served all 700-plus third-class men and women. • Bunk beds in third class had mattresses, pillows, and blankets, but no sheets or pillowcases. This fact wasn’t a problem because most third-class passengers, who were leaving their native lands forever to start over in America, had all their belongings with them, including their sheets and pillowcases. For these passengers, anything that the ship provided was a bonus that made the voyage more pleasant. Titanic’s third-class dining room… Third-class passengers ate three meals a day in two common dining rooms called the dining saloons. These rooms were located on F Deck between the second and third funnels, exactly two decks below the first-class dining room. Third-class passengers did not get individual tables; they ate on rows of tables lined up next to each other. Combined, the two third-class dining saloons could hold only around 475 people, so diners were served in two seatings. Titanic’s third-class entertainment options (General Room Left) The Titanic provided the General Room, where steerage passengers could sit, read, play cards, and otherwise pass the time. Steerage passengers weren’t allowed into the areas of the ship boasting other entertainments, like the gymnasium or the pool, but they could have their own parties and dances. The party scene in James Cameron’s 1997 movie Titanic offers a perfect example of the spontaneous gatherings in third class, complete with fiddle players and plenty of beer. Interestingly, all the sitting surfaces in the General Room were made of wood. (Lice can’t find a home on slatted benches the way they can in fabric and upholstered surfaces.) Third-class men also had access to a smoking room complete with spittoons. The RMS Titanic was build in Belfast as the second in a trio of sister-ships for the White Star Line, to operate the lucrative transatlantic run between Southampton and New York (via Cherbourg in France and Queenstown in Ireland). The RMS Titanic was the largest ship in the world at the time, eclipsing her 1-year-old sister ship RMS Olympic by just over 1,000-tons. (The cause of th |
If cats are feline which creatures are bovine | Bovine TB: how to spot and report the disease - GOV.UK GOV.UK Bovine TB: how to spot and report the disease From: 1 October 2014, see all updates Applies to: England, Scotland, and Wales How to spot bovine tuberculosis (bovine TB), what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread. Contents Bovine TB affects cattle and other mammals including humans, badgers, deer, goats, pigs, dogs and cats. The disease is currently present in Great Britain. Bovine TB is a notifiable disease. That means if you suspect it you must tell the Animal and Plant Health Agency ( APHA ) immediately. Failure to do so is an offence. How to spot bovine TB It is hard to spot bovine TB as the signs are similar to other diseases and normally only develop in advanced stages of infection. The disease is normally picked up in the compulsory cattle testing programme before clinical signs develop. Occasionally it is also detected during inspections of slaughtered cattle. But you should look out for cattle that: keep getting thinner have a light fever that keeps coming back are weak and have a reduced appetite Some infected cattle will also have: swollen lymph nodes, for example in the neck a moist cough that gets worse in the morning and during cold weather or exercise chronic mastitis (an infection of the udder that is not cured by the conventional antibiotic therapy) Risk to humans Humans can catch bovine TB through: unpasteurised milk or dairy products from an infected cow, buffalo, goat or sheep inhaling bacteria breathed out by infected animals inhaling bacteria released from the carcasses of infected animals or from their excretions (such as faeces) Infection is more likely if an unprotected wound is exposed to bacteria from an infected animal. But the risk of infection is very low for the vast majority of the population. Symptoms are similar to human TB, including weight loss, fever, night sweats and a persistent cough. If you develop these symptoms consult a doctor. The disease can be treated by a complex combination of drugs over a long period. More information on TB in humans can be found at Public Health England . How to reduce the risk of infection To avoid infection: isolate suspect animals and their carcasses do not get too close to the heads of infected animals or hold them avoid unpasteurised milk from suspect animals wash your hands regularly, especially before eating and smoking don’t eat, drink or smoke in animal areas How bovine TB is spread Bovine TB is mainly spread into new herds through the movement of infected cattle that have not been detected. In the west of England and parts of Wales the disease is also spread from infected badgers to other animals, including cattle, and vice versa. Infected animals spread the disease mainly through coughing and sneezing. Bacteria are released into the air and inhaled by other animals in close contact. The disease can also be spread: from infected cows to their offspring during suckling and, much more rarely, in the womb through contaminated equipment, animal waste, feed and pasture Preventing and controlling bovine TB Preventing bovine TB There are a range of controls in place to reduce the spread of bovine TB. These controls form the basis of the strategy for achieving bovine TB free status for England. You should also practise strict biosecurity on your premises. A series of videos about farm biosecurity is also available which shows practical measures to reduce the risk of TB from wildlife. If you suspect bovine TB You must: isolate suspected animals not allow animals, equipment, carcasses or animal milk to leave your farm An APHA vet will inspect your herd. If they can not rule out bovine TB, they will carry out tests. If bovine TB is confirmed If your animals are infected , restrictions will be imposed. Certain movements on and off restricted premises may be allowed, but only under licence from APHA . Some of your cattle may have to be killed, but you will be compensated . Further information on prevention and control |
Who discovered and named Victoria Falls in 1855 | Livingstone Discovers Victoria Falls, 1855 Livingstone Discovers Victoria Falls, 1855 Printer Friendly Version >>> Born in Scotland, David Livingstone arrived in Africa in 1840 at the age of 27 as a missionary and physician. He spent most of the remainder of his life on the continent, his exploits making him the most famous explorer of the century. An encounter with a lion in 1843 cost Livingstone the use of David Livingstone his left arm. Undeterred, Livingstone continued his exploration of the African interior, particularly the Zambezi River area in 1852-1856. It was during this expedition that he became the first European to witness the magnificence of Victoria Falls. In 1866, Livingstone set out at the head of an expedition charged with the task of finding the headwaters of the Nile River. His lack of contact with the outside world over a period of four years raised concerns for his welfare and prompted the New York Herald to send Henry Stanley to find Livingstone. Stanley achieved his goal on November 10, 1871 approaching the explorer in an African village with the immortal words "Dr. Livingstone I presume" (see Stanley Finds Livingstone, 1871 ) Years in the wilderness took their toll however, and David Livingstone died in Africa in April 1873 at age sixty. A Scene "Gazed Upon by Angels in Their Flight" In early November 1855, Livingstone traveled down the Zambezi River to see for himself the area the natives called "smoke that thunders." Approaching the spot in canoes, the party could see the columns of spray and hear the thunderous roar of water miles away from the falls: ADVERTISMENT "After twenty minutes' sail from Kalai we came in sight, for the first time, of the columns of vapor appropriately called 'smoke,' rising at a distance of five or six miles, exactly as when large tracts of grass are burned in Africa. Five columns now arose, and, bending in the direction of the wind, they seemed placed against a low ridge covered with trees; the tops of the columns at this distance appeared to mingle with the clouds. They were white below, and higher up became dark, so as to simulate smoke very closely. The whole scene was extremely beautiful; the banks and islands dotted over the river are adorned with sylvan vegetation of great variety of color and form�no one can imagine the beauty of the view from any thing witnessed in England. It had never been seen before by European eyes; but scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight. The only want felt is that of mountains in the background. The falls are bounded on three sides by ridges 300 or 400 feet in height, which are covered with forest, with the red soil appearing among the trees. When about half a mile from the falls, I left the canoe by which we had come down thus far, and embarked in a lighter one, with men well acquainted with the rapids, who, by passing down the centre of the stream in the eddies and still places caused by many jutting rocks, brought me to an island situated in the middle of the river, and on the edge of the lip over which the water rolls. In coming hither there was danger of being swept down by the streams which rushed along on each side of the island; but the river was now low, and we sailed where it is totally impossible to go when the water is high. But, though we had reached the island, and were within a few yards of the spot, a view from which would solve the whole problem, I believe that no one could perceive where the vast body of water went; it seemed to lose itself in the earth, the opposite lip of the fissure into which it disappeared being only 80 feet distant. At least I did not comprehend it until, creeping with awe to the verge, I peered down into a large rent which had been made from bank to bank of the broad Zambesi, and saw that a stream of a thousand yards broad leaped down a hundred feet, and then became suddenly compressed into a space of fifteen or twenty yards. The entire falls are simply a crack made in a hard basaltic rock from the right to the left bank of the Zambesi, and then prolonged from |
Calabrese is an Italian variety of which vegetable | Broccoli 'Italian Green Sprouting' Seeds Description Details Originally Green Sprouting Broccoli is thought to have been introduced into Western vegetable gardens by Italian immigrants in the 1880's. Italian Green Sprouting Broccoli was later introduced to the seed trade between 1914-1918 and has remained very popular with gardeners ever since. This lovely, old fashioned Broccoli variety is a very disease resistant, very hardy and very prolific producer of large dark green heads. The 7 to 15cm (3 to 6in) heads have a bluish green centre and are typically uniform in size and shape. Italian Green Sprouting Broccoli will produce a number of good-size side shoots once the initial head is harvested. Very easy to grow, plants grow erect and leafy: 75-90cm (30 to 36in) in height. This is an excellent autumn crop for cold climates that can be used either fresh or frozen. Matures in approximately 60 to 80 days. Although the heads of this Broccoli variety are typically the only thing utilised, the stalks, buds and leaves are also edible. Try growing a few seed to just Micro-leaf stage, (similar to how we used to grow cress) Harvest with scissors when they have formed their first leaves and add simply add to brown bread and butter or to a pasta dish. They are very tender with an astonishing clarity of flavour…. a true 'superfood'. Calabrese & Broccoli is a confusing series of plants: Supermarkets have helped to confuse the issue of what is broccoli and what is a calabrese by calling both by either name. Most ‘Broccoli’ sold in the supermarkets is actually Calabrese not broccoli. Broccoli has small heads (mainly purple, sometimes white or green) which mature slowly and can occupy the ground for almost a year. (The word broccoli means 'little sprouts' in Italian). Calabrese are smaller plants that produce larger crowns. Keep in mind is that broccoli is an over wintered crop but calabrese produces its crop the same year before winter. Sprouting broccoli can be harvested from late winter to late spring. Calabrese can be harvested from mid-summer to mid-autumn. If you grow both calabrese and sprouting broccoli, your kitchen will be kept in broccoli for most of the year. To add to the confusion, this variety, called "Italian Green Sprouting" is a "heading" broccoli. The name refers to the multitude of sprouts it produces once the main head is harvested. Prepare the site: All brassica crops grow best in partial-shade, in firm, fertile, free-draining but water-retentive soil. Avoid shallow, sandy soils, and exposed sites Start digging over your soil in autumn, removing any stones you find and working in plenty of well-rotted manure or compost. Tread on the soil to remove any air pockets and make the surface very firm. Brassicas will fail if the soil is too acidic so add lime to the soil if necessary, aiming for a pH of 6.5. How to sow Broccoli Calabrese: Sow early and you will miss the first caterpillars. Early crops can be enhanced with the aid of crop covers. Plants should be spaced 30cm (12in) in all directions. Lower crop density gives a longer period of harvest, as more secondary heads are produced. Expected germination time 7 to 12 days, depending on soil temperature. Sowing Indoors: Early March to mid July To get an early crop in June, sow under cover in modules or sow in a seed bed outside from mid to late March until the end of May. Plant out in April with fleece protection. (It dislikes bare-root transplanting). After a few months, when your seedlings reach 6 and 8cm high (2½ -3in), they're ready to plant outside. Water the day before moving, and keep well-watered until established. Space plants at least 30cm (12in) apart and make sure you dig a good deep drill (2.5cm) to give them good anchorage. Sowing Direct: April to June Seeds can be sown direct in April to June. Sow seeds thinly about 12mm (½in) deep. Sow thinly, as this reduces the amount of future thinning necessary and potential risk from pests. For a Polytunnel: Sow March to October Broccoli calabrese is one of the most successful winter crops for a walk in polytunnel |
Which emblem is used on official House of Commons stationary | House of Commons - Standards and Privileges - Twelfth Report The Complaints 1. On 24 March 2006 I received a letter of complaint (of which he had earlier notified me by e-mail) from Mr Simon Lewis, a constituent of Nadine Dorries, the Member for Mid Bedfordshire. In his letter, the text of which is at WE1, Mr Lewis complained about a letter he and other constituents had recently received from Nadine Dorries, which had been written on House of Commons headed stationery. 2. The letter in question referred to the future of two Post Offices in, respectively, Houghton Conquest and Haynes, and to street surgeries which Nadine Dorries was shortly to hold in these two communities in her constituency. However, the bulk of the letter was devoted to promoting the claims of the Conservative candidate in the by-election which was due to take place in the Houghton Conquest, Haynes, Southill and Old Warden Ward of Mid-Bedfordshire District Council on 16 March 2006. A facsimile of this letter is at WE2. 3. Mr Lewis said: "My main objection to the letter would be that it is a blatant piece of electioneering which urges me to vote Conservative. I am sure that Commons paper cannot be used this way. Did the publishers have permission to use the House of Commons heading?" The Serjeant at Arms had also received a letter dated 14 March from Councillor Neil Cliff, the Liberal Democrat Group Leader on Mid-Bedfordshire District Council, asking whether Nadine Dorries' use of what appeared to be House of Commons notepaper in this way was permissible and, if not, what the Serjeant intended to do about it. The Serjeant, aware of Mr Lewis' intention to complain to me, subsequently passed Councillor Cliff's letter to me. The text of that letterwhich I have regarded as a second complaintis at WE3. Relevant Provisions of the Code of Conduct and Rules of the House 4. Paragraph 14 of the Code of Conduct approved by the House on 13 July 2005 provides: "Members shall at all times ensure that their use of expenses, allowances, facilities and services provided from the public purse is strictly in accordance with the rules laid down on these matters, and that they observe any limits placed by the House on the use of such expenses, allowances, facilities and services." 5. The facility at issue in this case is the stationery provided to Members for use on official business and, associated with that, the facility of being able to use the principal emblem of the House, the Crowned Portcullis, in carrying out Members' parliamentary duties. The Rules on such matters are approved by Mr Speaker on the advice of the Administration Committee. They were reproduced in full with the Committee's Tenth Report of the current Session.[ 1 ] 6. Paragraph 1 of the Rules makes clear that the Crowned Portcullis, the principal emblem of the House, is a royal badge and its use by the House has been formally licensed by HM The Queen. It continues: ". . .the designs and symbols of the House should not be used for purposes to which such authentication is inappropriate, or where there is a risk that their use might wrongly be regarded, or represented, as having the authority of the House." Paragraph 3 of the Rules provides that original House stationery provided at public expense should not be used inter alia for "supporting the return of any person to public office." Paragraph 4 says that it should not be used for circulars of any description. However, Members are allowed to purchase or reproduce at their own expense House stationery in order to send out circular letters, and such stationery may include the Crowned Portcullis (paragraph 5). Nonetheless, such circulars must, again, not be used in connection with "supporting the return of any person to public office" (paragraph 6). For ease of reference I have attached the full text of paragraph 3-6 of the rules as WE4. 7. Paragraph 7 of the Rules defines a circular as including: "A letter sent in identical or near identical form to a number of addressees (whether or not it is individually signed and addressed) if it is unsolicited, i.e. |
Who is the Greek counterpart to the Roman goddess Venus | Venus *** Who was Venus? Venus was the Roman goddess of love and beauty, seen in the following picture with Pygmalion and her baby son Cupid by her lover Mars, the god of war . The first day of the month on the Roman calendar was the Kalends. On the kalends of April (April 1), the Romans celebrated a festival to honor Venus, known as the Veneralia. During the festival both women and men of all classes invoked the goddess for her assistance in affairs of the heart, sex, betrothal and marriage. There were many myths and legends surrounding this beautiful goddess in ancient mythology, refer to the Apple of Discord, Proserpine, Adonis and the Goddess of Beauty. Picture of Venus and the sculptor Pygmalion Facts about Venus The following facts and profile provides a fast overview of Venus: Venus Profile & Fact File Roman Name: Venus Role & Function: The function of Venus is described as being the goddess of love, beauty, sexuality, passion and desire Status: Major Goddess and one of the 'Dei Consentes', the Council of Gods. Symbols: the dolphin, scallop shell, rose, dove, pomegranate, pearl, mirror and girdle. Gender: Female Greek Counterpart: The Greek name for this goddess was Aphrodite Name of Husband: Vulcan Name of Father: Jupiter Name of Mother: Dione Names of Children: None by her husband, but many children by her lovers including Cupid, god of love by Mars, the Roman god of war Facts about Venus in Roman Mythology Discover interesting information and facts about Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty. The facts about Venus provides a list detailing fascinating additional info to increase your knowledge about Venus in ancient Roman history and Mythology. History and Mythical Facts about Venus Fact 1 about Venus: She was the daughter of Jupiter and Dione and the wife of Vulcan. Dione was one of the Oceanides, a descendent of the Titans. Fact 2 about Venus: The names of her lovers who included Mars, Bacchus, Mercury, Neptune, Anchises, Adonis, Butes, Phaon and Phaethon. Fact 3 about Venus: The names of the children of Aphrodite included Anteros, Aeneas, Astynoos, Beroe, Deimos, Cupid , Eryx, the Erotes , Eunomia, Concordia, Hermaphroditos, Himeros, Iakkhos, Peitho, Phobos, Pothos, Priapos, Rhodoe, Tyche , Herophilos and Lyros. Fact 4 about Venus: The rose and the myrtle are sacred to Venus and connected with the Story of Adonis. Fact 5 about Venus: The pomegranate was sacred to the goddess symbolizing the consummation of marriage and the loss of female virginity Fact 6 about Venus: Vulcan made Venus a beautiful golden carriage that was drawn by doves. Fact 7 about Venus: Her children by Mars were Phobos (fear), Deimos (terror), Concordia (harmony), Cupid (love) Himeros (desire), Pothos (passion), and Anteros (mutual love) Fact 8 about Venus: She ordered Psyche to go to the infernal regions of Underworld to ask Proserpina, the consort of Pluto for a box of precious ointment. Fact 9 about Venus: All of the gods were charmed with her beauty and each one demanded her for his wife. Jupiter gave her to Vulcan, in gratitude for the service he had rendered in forging thunderbolts. The most beautiful of all the goddesses became the wife of the ugliest of the gods. Fact 10 about Venus: Venus was often associated with lust, whereas Verticordia was the goddess of chastity Fact 11 about Venus: The Veneralia was the Ancient Roman festival of Venus Verticordia and was held on April 1. Fact 12 about Venus: The Veneralia included rites such as the ritual bathing of the cult statue of Venus. The jewelry, which included beautiful golden necklaces was removed from her statue and then she was offered sacrifices of flowers, especially roses. Fact 13 about Venus: The other sacrifices offered to Venus, were white and female goats and swine, with libations of wine, milk and honey with crushed poppies. Fact 14 about Venus: The Veneralia was a day for Roman women to seek divine support and aid in their love lives. Fact 15 about Venus: Pygmalion was a sculptor who made a statue that was more beautiful than any woman that had ever lived. He pr |
In which sport might the Duckworth-Lewis method be used | BBC SPORT | Cricket | Laws & Equipment | Rain-affected targets Laws & Equipment The Duckworth-Lewis method is used to help decide rain-interrupted one-day cricket matches. It is named after Frank Duckworth and Tony Lewis who devised the mathematical formula. It means a result can always be reached in a reduced overs match. WHEN IS IT USED? Teams start a match with the same resources - the number of overs they receive and number of wickets in hand. If a match is shortened once it is started, so the resources are reduced. For example, if the team which bats first had their innings interrupted, team two would often be set a larger run target to compensate. But should the team second at the stumps be interrupted, their run target would often be reduced. Duckworth and Lewis came up with the equation which determines how much a run target should be altered. HOW DOES IT WORK? For example: a team have lost five wickets after receiving 25 of their 50 overs when rain stops play. At this point, using the table produced by the Duckworth-Lewis method, the team's remaining resources are valued at 42.2%. If 15 overs are then lost because of the weather, the innings will be completed after only 10 more overs. The D/L method says that, with 10 overs left and five wickets lost, the team has 26.1% of their resources left. To compensate for the lost overs, we must calculate the resource % lost. This works out to 42.2 - 26.1 = 16.1. If the team had been chasing a total of 250 runs, their new target is calculated in the following way. Resources available at the start = 100% Resources lost = 16.1 Resources available after rain interruption = 83.9% Then reduce team one's score in the following way. Multiply team one's runs scored by the recalculated resources divided by the resources available at the start. That is: 250 x 83.9/100 = 209.75. The target is then rounded to the nearest whole number, so the team batting second would be set a target of 210 to win. Simple! |
In which American state did the Mayflower land | The Mayflower - Facts & Summary - HISTORY.com Google Pilgrims Before the Mayflower In 1608, a congregation of disgruntled English Protestants from the village of Scrooby, Nottinghamshire, left England and moved to Leyden, a town in Holland. These “Separatists” did not want to pledge allegiance to the Church of England, which they believed was nearly as corrupt and idolatrous as the Catholic Church it had replaced, any longer. (They were not the same as the Puritans, who had many of the same objections to the English church but wanted to reform it from within.) The Separatists hoped that in Holland, they would be free to worship as they liked Did You Know? The Separatists who founded the Plymouth Colony referred to themselves as “Saints,” not “Pilgrims.” The use of the word “Pilgrim” to describe this group did not become common until the colony’s bicentennial. In fact, the Separatists (they called themselves “Saints”) did find religious freedom in Holland, but they also found a secular life that was more difficult to navigate than they’d anticipated. For one thing, Dutch craft guilds excluded the migrants, so they were relegated to menial, low-paying jobs. Even worse was Holland’s easygoing, cosmopolitan atmosphere, which proved alarmingly seductive to some of the Saints’ children. (These young people were “drawn away,” Separatist leader William Bradford wrote, “by evill [sic] example into extravagance and dangerous courses.”) For the strict, devout Separatists, this was the last straw. They decided to move again, this time to a place without government interference or worldly distraction: the “New World” across the Atlantic Ocean. The Mayflower First, the Separatists returned to London to get organized. A prominent merchant agreed to advance the money for their journey. The Virginia Company gave them permission to establish a settlement, or “plantation,” on the East Coast between 38 and 41 degrees north latitude (roughly between the Chesapeake Bay and the mouth of the Hudson River). And the King of England gave them permission to leave the Church of England, “provided they carried themselves peaceably.” In August 1620, a group of about 40 Saints joined a much larger group of (comparatively) secular colonists–“Strangers,” to the Saints–and set sail from England on two merchant ships: the Mayflower and the Speedwell. The Speedwell began to leak almost immediately, however, and the ships headed back to port. The travelers squeezed themselves and their belongings onto the Mayflower and set sail once again. Because of the delay caused by the leaky Speedwell, the Mayflower had to cross the Atlantic at the height of storm season. As a result, the journey was horribly unpleasant. Many of the passengers were so seasick they could scarcely get up, and the waves were so rough that one “Stranger” was swept overboard and drowned. (It was “the just hand of God upon him,” Bradford wrote later, for the young sailor had been “a proud and very profane yonge man.”) The Mayflower Compact After two miserable months at sea, the ship finally reached the New World. There, the Mayflower’s passengers found an abandoned Indian village and not much else. They also found that they were in the wrong place: Cape Cod was located at 42 degrees north latitude, well north of the Virginia Company’s territory. Technically, the Mayflower colonists had no right to be there at all. In order to establish themselves as a legitimate colony (“Plymouth,” named after the English port from which they had departed) under these dubious circumstances, 41 of the Saints and Strangers drafted and signed a document they called the Mayflower Compact . This Compact promised to create a “civil Body Politick” governed by elected officials and “just and equal laws.” It also swore allegiance to the English king. Plymouth Colony and the First Thanksgiving The colonists spent the first winter, which only 53 passengers and half the crew survived, living onboard the Mayflower. (The Mayflower sailed back to England in April 1621.) Once they moved ashore, the colonists faced even more |
What would you read about in a Stanley Gibbon's catalogue | Stamp Catalogues - World Stamp Catalogues Stamp Catalogues Scott (English) or as eBook(s) Åland Posten Åland (Swedish/English/Finnish/German) – Åland 1984-2014 Brusden-White (English) – The Australian Commonwealth Specialists’ Catalogue Renniks (English) – Renniks Stamps of Australia Stanley Gibbons (English) – Stanley Gibbons Commonwealth Stamp Catalogue Australia Seven Seas (English) – The Australasian Stamp Catalogue VST (English) – Comprehensive Colour Catalogue of Australian Stamps Austria ANK (German) – Austria Net Katalog Michel (German) – Michel Österreich Katalog Philex (German) – Philex Österreich B.B.K.P.H.-C.P.B.N.T.P. (French/Dutch) – Officiële Postzegelcatalogus België / Catalogue Officiel de Timbres-Postes Belgique Bolivia CEFILCO (Spanish) – Catalogo de Sellos Postales de Bolivia “CEFILCO” BrazilRHM (Portuguese) – Catálogo de Selos do Brasil Brunei ISC (English) – Standard Stamp Catalogue of Malaysia Singapore and Brunei Canada Harris (English) – Harris Catalogue Canada & USA 2016 Stanley Gibbons (English) – Stanley Gibbons Commonwealth Stamp Catalogue Canada & Provinces Unitrade (English) – The Unitrade Specialized Catalogue of Canadian Stamps China JPS (Chinese, English) – Chinese Stamp Catalogue Yang’s Stamp Service (English) – Yang’s Postage Stamp & Postal History catalogue of China (2 volumes) Costa Rica SOCORICO (English) – Costa Rica Catalog Cyprus Stanley Gibbons (English) – Stanley Gibbons Commonwealth Stamp Catalogue Cyprus, Gibraltar & Malta Vlastos (Greek/English) – The Classic Catalogue – Cyprus Denmark AFA (Danish) – AFA DANMARK Frimærkekatalog FACIT (English) – FACIT Special (including Danish West India) Falkland Islands Stanley Gibbons (English) – Stanley Gibbons Commonwealth Stamp Catalogue Falkland Islands & Dependencies Faroe Islands Zumstein (German/French) – Zumstein Schweiz/Liechtenstein Katalog Luxembourg Prifix Michel (German/French) – Prifix Michel Luxemburg Macau Yang’s Stamp Service (English) – Yang’s Postage Stamp & Postal History catalogue of Macau Malaysia ISC (English) – Standard Stamp Catalogue of Malaysia Singapore and Brunei Malta Stanley Gibbons (English) – Stanley Gibbons Commonwealth Stamp Catalogue Cyprus, Gibraltar & Malta JB (English) – The JB Catalogue of Malta Stamps and Postal History Netherlands N.V.P.H. (Dutch) – N.V.P.H. Speciale Catalogus New Zealand ACS (English) – New Zealand Stamps CP (English) – The Campbell Paterson Specialized Catalogue of New Zealand Stamps Stanley Gibbons (English) – Stanley Gibbons Commonwealth Stamp Catalogue New Zealand Newfoundland Walsh (English) – Newfoundland Specialized Stamp Catalogue North Korea KSC (English) – Korean Stamp Catalogue Norway |
What is the name of the upright member fitted into the back of a chair | How to fit an ergonomic chair Tell a friend about this page: How to fit an ergonomic chair Your Name: Your Email: Friend Email: We do not use these e-mail addresses for any purpose other than sending your Tell-a-Friend email. All fields are required. Tweet How to fit an ergonomic chair No chair is equally well suited for all body types. The perfect chair for a 6'2" computer programmer may be ineffective and even harmful if used for long periods by a 5'5" dentist. Your personal ergonomic chair should comfortably fit your unique body-type. This guide highlights the fit you should look for when choosing your ergonomic chair. Upholstery 1. Body Weight Tolerance Chairs and portable supports should fit your body size and weight. Your weight can affect the adjustment capability, durability, and safety of a chair. Most office chairs accommodate up to 250 pounds of body weight and are not warranted for more. If you weigh more than that, ask us about special seating designed and warranted for heavier people. 2. Seat Height The seat of a chair should support your thighs evenly while your feet or legs rest comfortably on the floor, footrest, or knee rest. On a traditional chair the seat's front edge height should match the length of your lower leg (popliteal height). If you sit too low, your back will tend to flatten or round into kyphosis, making even a good backrest ineffective. In addition, you may feel pressure over your buttocks and tailbone. Taller people often find seats too low for comfort. If you are tall and don't have a tall enough chair available, raise your seat with folded towels or pillows, and don't forget to raise your work surface, too, in order to attain good seated posture. If you sit too high, you will feel pressure behind your knees, and you may experience numbness or swelling in your feet. Shorter people often find seats too high for comfort. Shorter folks need to lower their chairs and work surfaces, or use a footstool at higher desks. Footstools, however, may create other problems. We do not recommend footrests for seated tasks that require frequent movement between forward and upright postures, reaching, or scooting. Remember, if you change the tilt of your seat you may need to readjust the height of your chair. With kneeling chairs, there should be enough room between the seat and the knee rest, and the knee rest and the floor, to allow for easy access and movement. 3. Seat Depth You should be able to sit in a chair without pressure against the back of your knees, with your back properly supported by the backrest, and with adequate buttock and thigh support. Allow a 1" to 3" space behind your knees to avoid pressure. Use a deeper seat for reclining, and a shallower seat for forward sitting, so you have room to tuck your legs under. Larger people prefer seats with larger surfaces for weight distribution. 4. Seat Width Your seat should be wider than your hips, to allow space for movement and clothing. A seat 2" wider than you are is ideal. Remember that seat width can affect armrest width. 5. Seat Angle Most people prefer a forward tilting seat for forward sitting, a nearly horizontal seat for upright sitting, and a backwards tilting seat for reclining. A "free-float" seat tilt adjusts automatically with your shifting body weight, like a rocking chair. Some office chairs use an adjustable tension free-float seat to balance your body weight. However, most adjustable tilt tension mechanisms are too stiff for very light people, and too loose for heavier people. The seat pan angle adjustment should not cause your torso-to-thigh angle to be less than 90°. 6. Seat Cushion A very contoured seat eliminates the sensation of sliding out of your seat during forward-reaching tasks. If you are looking for better weight distribution, select a seat with contour, extra padding, or with variable density upholstery materials. If you want a seat that is easier to move on, look for less contoured or firmer seats. Keep in mind, the greater the contour, the less movement. While greater contour can be more comfortable, and can kee |
Which colour lies between red and yellow in the visible spectrum | What Wavelength Goes With a Color? Contact Us What Wavelength Goes With a Color? Our eyes are sensitive to light which lies in a very small region of the electromagnetic spectrum labeled "visible light". This "visible light" corresponds to a wavelength range of 400 - 700 nanometers (nm) and a color range of violet through red. The human eye is not capable of "seeing" radiation with wavelengths outside the visible spectrum. The visible colors from shortest to longest wavelength are: violet, blue, green, yellow, orange, and red. Ultraviolet radiation has a shorter wavelength than the visible violet light. Infrared radiation has a longer wavelength than visible red light. The white light is a mixture of the colors of the visible spectrum. Black is a total absence of light. Earth's most important energy source is the Sun. Sunlight consists of the entire electromagnetic spectrum. Learn more: Violet Light The visible violet light has a wavelength of about 400 nm. Within the visible wavelength spectrum, violet and blue wavelengths are scattered more efficiently than other wavelengths. The sky looks blue, not violet, because our eyes are more sensitive to blue light (the sun also emits more energy as blue light than as violet). The visible indigo light has a wavelength of about 445 nm. Blue Light The visible blue light has a wavelength of about 475 nm. Because the blue wavelengths are shorter in the visible spectrum, they are scattered more efficiently by the molecules in the atmosphere. This causes the sky to appear blue during the main part of the day, when blue light is scattered into your eye no matter which direction you look. Green Light The visible green light has a wavelength of about 510 nm. Grass, for example, appears green because all of the colors in the visible part of the spectrum are absorbed into the leaves of the grass except green. Green is reflected, therefore grass appears green. The visible orange light has a wavelength of about 590 nm. Low-pressure sodium lamps, like those used in some parking lots, emit a orange-ish (wavelength 589 nm) light. Red Light The visible red light has a wavelength of about 650 nm. At sunrise and sunset, the light you see has traveled a longer distance through the atmosphere. A large amount of blue and violet light has been removed as a result of scattering and the longwave colors, such as red and orange, are more readily seen. There are many wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum the human eye cannot detect. Energy with wavelengths too short for humans to see Energy with wavelengths too short to see is "more violet than violet". Light with such short wavelengths is called "Ultraviolet" light. The term "ultra-" means higher than. How do we know this light exists? One way is that this kind of light causes sunburns. Our skin is sensitive to this kind of light. If we stay out in this light without sunblock protection, our skin absorbs this energy. After the energy is absorbed, it can make our skin change color ("tan") or it can break down the cells and cause other damage. Energy with wavelengths too long for humans to see Energy whose wavelength is too long to see is "redder than red". Light with such long wavelengths is called "Infrared" light. The term "Infra-" means "lower than". How do we know this kind of light exists? One way is that we can feel energy with these wavelengths such as when we sit in front of a campfire or when we get close to a stove burner. Scientists like Samuel Pierpont Langley passed light through a prism and discovered that the infrared light the scientists could not see beyond red could make other things hot. Very long wavelengths of infrared light radiate heat to outer space. This radiation is important to the Earth's energy budget. If this energy did not escape to space, the solar energy that the Earth absorbs would continue to heat the Earth. |
What is the more common name of the garden plant Muscari | Muscari | The Flower Expert - Flowers Encyclopedia Buy From OurStores Muscari Muscari botryoides, commonly known as Grape hyacinths are a genus of plants native to Eurasia that produce spikes of blue flowers resembling bunches of grapes. There are about 40 species. Grape hyacinth, belong to the genus Muscari of the family Liliaceae (lily family). low plants with dense spikelike clusters of small, nodding flowers that are usually deep blue. These are especially popular as rock-garden plants. Muscari botryoides is the commonest and most cold-hardy of the Muscari species in the flora. Typically cultivated but also escaped to fields, pastures, old homesites, roadsides, railroads. The plant is self-fertile. Muscaris are native to Europe. Muscaris are very popular plants in cultivation because they are easy to grow and quite striking. The small blue inflated flowers are actually sterile and fertile flowers in the inflorescence. The sterile flowers are smaller at the apex of the inflorescence. The common grape hyacinth is a Perennial plant. Kingdom Muscari Common Varieties of Muscari Muscari- armeniacum - Common name:Grape Hyacinth - tiny bell-shaped flowers form a compact cluster on tall stems, long narrow leaves and blue blooms mid-spring 4-8 inches height. Muscari- azureum - tiny bell-shaped flowers form a compact cluster on tall stems, flowers open more than Muscari armeniacum and blooms early spring 4-6 inches height. Muscari- comosum - Plumosum Common name - Feather Hyacinth when it first blooms, a feathery plume of flower stems appear (actually flower blooms much later). Muscari-botryoides - Album narrow and less compact flower cluster than other varieties, blooms early spring 5-6 inches height. Muscari-latifolium - clustered blooms with broad leaves. Some species are M. armeniacum, M. aucheri, M. azureum, M. botryoides, M. latifolium, M. muscarimi - M. moschatum, M. racemosum -M. neglectum from our stores - Pickupflowers - the flower expert Facts About Muscari Flowers Muscari - The grape hyacinth that we now call Muscari botryoides was originally grown as Hyacinthus botryoides and was in cultivation by 1576, originally collected from Spain. It is named for the grape-like clusters of deep purple flowers. The ancient herbalists, however, seemed dispassionate about the color. The Armenian Grape Hyacinth (Muscari armeniacum) is the most widely planted species because of its vigor and larger flowers. The grape hyacinths prefer full sun and are best utilized for edging beds and in naturalized areas. Grape hyacinths will often send up foliage in the fall, but will not bloom until the following spring. The Grape Hyacinth comes from the Lily family (Liliaceae) and grows with dark green foliage at the base with six to eight basal leaves. The flowers are an eye-catching purplish blue that grow in a terminal cluster of about 12 to 20 on a long stem. The plant will grow to about 6 to 12 inches upright. Muscari flowers and flower buds can be pickled in vinegar. We call Muscari armeniacum grape hyacinths because they resemble little upside down bunches of minuscule grapes. But they got their botanical name, Muscari, because of their musky smell. Growing Muscari Flowers In the early fall, plant this bulb. Plant 3 inches deep and 4 inches apart in soil. Soil should contain a good quantity of organic material mixed in. The Plant needs full sun or partial shade. When the buds first start to appear, go ahead and water deeply to saturate the soil to a depth of at least 8 inches. As the foliage and blooms start to appear, you can water a bit deeper if your area doesn?t get much rain. Remember to keep water off the blooms as they will rot quickly if they remain wet for very long. A soaker hose will help with this problem. Muscari Flowers Plant Care Give them an occasional liquid feed in the growing season to ensure they do not become nutrient deficient. When the plants become dormant in late summer, pot up the small bulbs placing 2 - 3 bulbs in each pot. Grow them on for another one or two years in the greenhouse before planting them out when |
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Which actress played opposite William Powell in the thirties and forties series of films about the Thin Man | The Thin Man (1934) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error Former detective Nick Charles and his wealthy wife Nora investigate a murder case, mostly for the fun of it. Director: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC Famous Directors: From Sundance to Prominence From Christopher Nolan to Quentin Tarantino and every Coen brother in between, many of today's most popular directors got their start at the Sundance Film Festival . Here's a list of some of the biggest names to go from Sundance to Hollywood prominence. a list of 30 titles created 05 Jun 2011 a list of 30 titles created 28 Sep 2013 a list of 40 titles created 29 Nov 2013 a list of 33 titles created 13 Feb 2014 a list of 46 titles created 11 months ago Title: The Thin Man (1934) 8.1/10 Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Nominated for 4 Oscars. Another 2 wins. See more awards » Videos Nick investigates the case of a missing man and later a murder that is connected to Nora's family. Director: W.S. Van Dyke An explosives manufacturer suspects a young man is out to kill him. He calls in Nick and Nora (with new baby) to sort things out. Director: W.S. Van Dyke Nick and Nora are at their wise-cracking best as they investigate murder and racketeering at a local race-track. Director: W.S. Van Dyke Nick and Nora visit Nick's hometown, and end up involved in a murder. Director: Richard Thorpe Nick, Nora, and Nick Jr. investigate the murder of a band leader in New York. Director: Edward Buzzell A scatterbrained socialite hires a vagrant as a family butler...but there's more to Godfrey than meets the eye. Director: Gregory La Cava A newspaper man, his jilted fiancée, and his lawyer hatch an elaborate scheme to turn a false news story into the truth, before a high-society woman can sue for libel. Director: Jack Conway Boring businessman Larry Wilson recovers from amnesia and discovers he's really a con man...and loves his soon-to-be-ex wife. Director: W.S. Van Dyke The friendship between two orphans endures even though they grow up on opposite sides of the law and fall in love with the same woman. Directors: W.S. Van Dyke, George Cukor Stars: Clark Gable, William Powell, Myrna Loy A series of misunderstandings on their fourth wedding anniversary lead an architect and his wife to break up, but he pretends to be insane and even poses as his own sister in order to win her back. Director: Jack Conway Unfounded suspicions lead a married couple to begin divorce proceedings, whereupon they start undermining each other's attempts to find new romance. Director: Leo McCarey Longfellow Deeds, a simple-hearted Vermont tuba player, inherits a fortune and has to contend with opportunist city slickers. Director: Frank Capra Edit Storyline After a four year absence, one time detective Nick Charles returns to New York with his new wife Nora and their dog, Asta. Nick re-connects with many of his old cronies, several of whom are eccentric characters, to say the least. He's also approached by Dorothy Wynant whose inventor father Clyde Wynant is suspected of murdering her step-mother. Her father had left on a planned trip some months before and she has had no contact with him. Nick isn't all that keen on resuming his former profession but egged-on by wife Nora, who thinks this all very exciting, he agrees to help out. He solves the case, announcing the identity of the killer at a dinner party for all of the suspects. Written by garykmcd A laugh tops every thrilling moment! Genres: 25 May 1934 (USA) See more » Also Known As: Der dünne Mann See more » Filming Locations: Mono (Western Electric Sound System) Color: Did You Know? Trivia American Film Institute Catalog of Feature Films 1931-40 erroneously identifies Huey White as playing the role of 'Face' Tefler, but it's actually Jack Irwin . |
Which football league side was once known as Newton Heath | History of Manchester United History of Manchester United History of Manchester United Manchester United : 1878-1926 In 1878 workers of the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway (LYR) depot at Newton Heath established a football team. They played their home games on a patch of land near the railway depot. The club's shirts were green and gold halves. These were the colours of the LYR. Their changing rooms were at the Three Crowns Public House on the Oldham Road. This was over half a mile away from their pitch at North Road. Newton Heath entered the Lancashire Cup for the first time in the 1883-84 season. They lost 7-2 to Blackburn Olympic in an early round of the competition. However, the following year the club the trophy in front of 8,000 supporters when they beat Manchester F.C. 2-1. In 1886 Newton Heath entered the FA Cup for the first time. They were knocked out by Fleetwood Rangers in the first round. At this time Newton Heath began recruiting players by offering good jobs to talented footballers in the railway industry in Manchester . This included international players from Wales and Scotland . This included John Doughty , Roger Doughty and Jack Powell . As the Football Association insisted that football clubs could not pay players, the provision of good jobs for good players was known as "shamateurism". Newton Heath in 1892. In October, 1884, clubs who paid their players threatened to form a break-away British Football Association. The Football Association responded by establishing a sub-committee, which included William Sudell , to look into this issue. On 20th July, 1885, the FA announced that it was "in the interests of Association Football, to legalise the employment of professional football players, but only under certain restrictions". Clubs were allowed to pay players provided that they had either been born or had lived for two years within a six-mile radius of the ground. The decision to pay players increased club's wage bills. It was therefore necessary to arrange more matches that could be played in front of large crowds. On 2nd March, 1888, William McGregor circulated a letter to Aston Villa , Blackburn Rovers , Bolton Wanderers , Preston North End , and West Bromwich Albion suggesting that "ten or twelve of the most prominent clubs in England combine to arrange home and away fixtures each season." John J. Bentley of Bolton Wanderers and Tom Mitchell of Blackburn Rovers responded very positively to the suggestion. They suggested that other clubs should be invited to the meeting being held on 23rd March, 1888. This included Accrington, Burnley , Derby County , Notts County, Stoke , Wolverhampton Wanderers , Old Carthusians , and Everton should be invited to the meeting. The following month the Football League was formed. It consisted of six clubs from Lancashire ( Preston North End , Accrington, Blackburn Rovers , Burnley , Bolton Wanderers and Everton ) and six from the Midlands ( Aston Villa , Derby County , Notts County, Stoke , West Bromwich Albion and Wolverhampton Wanderers ). The main reason Sunderland was excluded was because the other clubs in the league objected to the costs of travelling to the North-East. McGregor also wanted to restrict the league to twelve clubs. Therefore, the applications of Sheffield Wednesday , Nottingham Forest, Darwen and Bootle were rejected. Newton Heath attempted to join the Football League in 1889. When their application was rejected they banded with a group of other clubs to form the Football Alliance. In 1892 the Football League decided to expand into two divisions. As Newton Heath had finished in second place in the Football Alliance that year, they went into the First Division. Unfortunately they finished in 16th place in the 1893-94 season and were relegated. In 1894 Newton Heath purchased Joe Cassidy who had briefly played for them at the end of the 1892-93 season. In his first home against Walsall Town he scored four goals in the club's 14-0 victory. However, after the game Walsall protested about the state of the pitch and the Football Association ordered a r |
Americans call it a purse what would we call it | meaning - Why is a woman's purse called a "pocketbook"? - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange up vote 13 down vote accepted +100 From a blog entry at Separated by a Common Language, I learned that Luanne von Schneidemesser wrote about the word purse and its synonyms in a 1980 piece for American Speech . The article is dated, but addresses part of your question directly. Her etymology of pocketbook mirrors answers given here already: Pocketbook was originally just that: a small book that could be carried in the pocket. The OED shows that by 1685 it was understood also to be a "book for notes, memoranda, etc., intended to be carried in the pocket; a notebook; also, a book-like case of leather or the like, having compartments for papers, bank-notes, bills, etc." In the last meaning the DAE attests its use in the United States since 1816. She then analyzes responses given from a 1000-person sample of Americans to the question, "What do you keep money in when you carry it around with you?", posed in a survey done for the Dictionary of American Regional English. After a discussion of the distribution of wallet and billfold, she addresses purse, pocketbook, and handbag: Purse, pocketbook, and handbag are all standard terms reported from all parts of the country. Yet purse, according to DARE's 569 responses, is not quite as frequent in the Northeast and coastal Atlantic states as it is to the west of those areas. In the eastern areas, pocketbook (395 responses) appears about as often as purse; but farther west, it becomes sparser. Both purse and pocketbook are distributed by age, community type, race, and education in correspondence with the total DARE sample. This last point seems to rule out any significant generational differences among pocketbook respondents—30 years ago, that is. Schneidemesser cites two other surveys in her piece. In one done for the Linguistic Atlas of New England, she notes a size distinction between purse and pocketbook with the former being considered a "small pouch or similar container for coins or other money," and the latter a "larger receptacle used to contain paper money as well as other articles," including a purse. In the second, for Elizabeth Bright's Word Geography of California and Nevada, she shows only 16 percent of respondents used the term pocketbook. Purse and Its Synonyms, American Speech, Vol. 55, No. 1 [Spring, 1980], pp. 74-76 Edit 3/4/11: An informal survey of five female family members (lifelong New Englanders) shows there may be some generational shift after all: great-grandmother: pocketbook (reportedly) pocketbook 1610s, originally a small book meant to be carried in one’s pocket, from pocket + book. Meaning “a booklike leather folder for papers, bills, etc.” is from 1722. Meaning "a woman's purse" is from 1816. "Pocketbook didn’t come into use until the 1600s, but almost as soon as it did, it was used to mean, among other things, “wallet,” or “money holder”—pretty much what purse originally meant, though by this point purse had acquired additional, general- purpose senses. The OED’s earliest citation for purse as something that would tend to belong to a woman, however, is dated 1955; its citations for pocketbook in this sense date back to 1830. Perhaps you should remind your wife that she doesn’t need a pocket to have pocket money nor a suit to pack a suitcase. Pocketbook is in the same, um, bag. It’s a perfectly good word—maybe even a better word for her than handbag if she, like me, slings the thing over her shoulder." – Barbara Wallraff up vote 4 down vote It was originally (early 17th century) literally a small note book that you would carry in your pocket; from this it, moved fairly quickly (late 17th century) to describing a sort of early wallet: ‘A pocket-sized folding case for holding banknotes, papers, etc.’. [I’d always assumed that this transition went via a sense of being a book for noting financial transactions; but if this is the case, it’s not documented by the OED, Etymonline, or anywhere else I can find.] From there it went to being an |
Name the American U2 pilot shot down over Russia in 1960 | American U-2 spy plane shot down - May 01, 1960 - HISTORY.com American U-2 spy plane shot down Share this: American U-2 spy plane shot down Author American U-2 spy plane shot down URL Publisher A+E Networks An American U-2 spy plane is shot down while conducting espionage over the Soviet Union. The incident derailed an important summit meeting between President Dwight D. Eisenhower and Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev that was scheduled for later that month. The U-2 spy plane was the brainchild of the Central Intelligence Agency, and it was a sophisticated technological marvel. Traveling at altitudes of up to 70,000 feet, the aircraft was equipped with state-of-the-art photography equipment that could, the CIA boasted, take high-resolution pictures of headlines in Russian newspapers as it flew overhead. Flights over the Soviet Union began in mid-1956. The CIA assured President Eisenhower that the Soviets did not possess anti-aircraft weapons sophisticated enough to shoot down the high-altitude planes. On May 1, 1960, a U-2 flight piloted by Francis Gary Powers disappeared while on a flight over Russia. The CIA reassured the president that, even if the plane had been shot down, it was equipped with self-destruct mechanisms that would render any wreckage unrecognizable and the pilot was instructed to kill himself in such a situation. Based on this information, the U.S. government issued a cover statement indicating that a weather plane had veered off course and supposedly crashed somewhere in the Soviet Union. With no small degree of pleasure, Khrushchev pulled off one of the most dramatic moments of the Cold War by producing not only the mostly-intact wreckage of the U-2, but also the captured pilot-very much alive. A chagrined Eisenhower had to publicly admit that it was indeed a U.S. spy plane. On May 16, a major summit between the United States, the Soviet Union, Great Britain, and France began in Paris. Issues to be discussed included the status of Berlin and nuclear arms control. As the meeting opened, Khrushchev launched into a tirade against the United States and Eisenhower and then stormed out of the summit. The meeting collapsed immediately and the summit was called off. Eisenhower considered the “stupid U-2 mess” one of the worst debacles of his presidency. The pilot, Francis Gary Powers, was released in 1962 in exchange for a captured Soviet spy. Related Videos |
Which British female vocalist was known as The Forces Sweetheart | Women at War - Entertainment Entertainment With the hardship caused by bombing and rationing; with families separated, sometimes for long periods of time, the government recognised the need to keep up the spirits of the British people; their morale. This was very important. If spirits were high, then people would not be prepared to give up the fight for victory. They would be ready to put up with the difficulties of wartime and all pull together to support the nation. With this in mind, £14 million was spent on the Entertainments National Service Association, known as ENSA. ENSA was made up of singers, dancers, actors, actresses and comedians who spent their time giving live performances to both civilian and military audiences. They broadcast on BBC radio on 'The Forces Programme' and 'The Home Service'. Performances took place in factories and halls all over Britain and abroad. Entertainers would visit servicemen at the front lines and perform in the open air, or in tents, sometimes even whilst the bombs dropped around them. Vera Lynn sings to entertain the workers at a factory during their lunchbreak. IWM neg P552 Women were an important part of ENSA. For servicemen, far from home, the songs they sang reminded them of home and the loved ones they had left behind. Some songs were of hope for the future, of homecomings and reunions and others were rousing, morale boosting anti-Hitler songs. Everyone was encouraged to join in and sing along and it is very difficult to feel low whilst singing a rousing chorus. For factory workers, working long hours in often boring jobs, the entertainment in the canteen made a welcome break. The best known singers of the time were Gracie Fields and Vera Lynn, who was known as 'the forces sweetheart'. Wherever possible the cinemas continued to thrive. 'Gone With The Wind' was a very popular film in the war years, providing over three hours of escape into another world for the war weary public. Dances were also held in village or town halls and were very popular with American soldiers when they joined the war and came to Britain. There was also the theatre to go to, where comedy was very much in demand. For example, Noel Coward's play, 'Blithe Spirit' was a popular farce which ran from 1941 - 1946. Sometimes the radio could prove to be of help in tracing missing servicemen. Forces broadcasts or prisoner of war interviews could sometimes tell a serveceman's family that he was safe and well when they were fearing the worst. Click here to see a letter, addressed to Mrs Curtis, from a well-wisher when her husband was unaccounted for whilst serving abroad. |
What is the capital of Switzerland | The Capital of Switzerland - Bern Tourism » alle Highlights auf Karte anzeigen The capital of Switzerland The city was founded in 1191 by the Duke of Zähringen, is known for its arcades (Lauben) and some of it has been preserved in its original state. The Old City was added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1983. A free imperial city since 1218, Bern joined the Swiss Confederacy in 1353 and became the largest city-state north of the Alps by the 16th century. In 1848 Bern was chosen by the first Swiss Parliament to be the Federal Capital of Switzerland, after which the Parliament Building was constructed in Florentine Renaissance style. Artists from all over Switzerland created paintings, sculptures and mosaics to decorate the sumptuous interiors. With over 132,000 residents (urban agglomeration 351,000), the Swiss capital Bern is now the fourth largest city in Switzerland. Its location near the language border to French-speaking Switzerland makes it a cultural melting pot. Parliament Building Tour A free tour through the Parliament Building is available through advance reservation. Visitors learn about the building's history as well as the Parliament's structure and how it functions. Individuals Registration one day in advance is required. Tour hours: Mon. - Sat, 11:00, 14:00 Groups |
What new domestic device was launched by Hoover in 1963 | Household Appliances Timeline - Greatest Engineering Achievements of the Twentieth Century Household Appliances Timeline The technologies that created the 20th century's laborsaving household devices owe a huge debt to electrification, which brought light and power into the home. Then two major engineering innovations—resistance heating and small, efficient motors—led to electric stoves and irons, vacuum cleaners, washers, dryers, and dishwashers. In the second half of the century advances in electronics yielded appliances that could be set on timers and even programmed, further reducing the domestic workload by allowing washing and cooking to go on without the presence of the human launderer or cook. Engine-powered vacuum cleaner British civil engineer H. Cecil Booth patents a vacuum cleaner powered by an engine and mounted on a horse-drawn cart. Teams of operators would reel the hoses into buildings to be cleaned. 1903 Lightweight electric iron introduced Earl Richardson of Ontario, California, introduces the lightweight electric iron. After complaints from customers that it overheated in the center, Richardson makes an iron with more heat in the point, useful for pressing around buttonholes and ruffles. Soon his customers are clamoring for the "iron with the hot point"—and in 1905 Richardson’s trademark iron is born. 1905 Electric filaments improved Engineer Albert Marsh patents the nickel and chromium alloy nichrome, used to make electric filaments that can heat up quickly without burning out. The advent of nichrome paves the way, 4 years later, for the first electric toaster. 1907 First practical domestic vacuum cleaner James Spangler, a janitor at an Ohio department store who suffers from asthma, invents his "electric suction-sweeper," the first practical domestic vacuum cleaner. It employs an electric fan to generate suction, rotating brushes to loosen dirt, a pillowcase for a filter, and a broomstick for a handle. Unsuccessful with his heavy, clumsy invention, Spangler sells the rights the following year to a relative, William Hoover, whose redesign of the appliance coincides with the development of the small, high-speed universal motor, in which the same current (either AC or DC) passes through the appliance’s rotor and stator. This gives the vacuum cleaner more horsepower, higher airflow and suction, better engine cooling, and more portability than was possible with the larger, heavier induction motor. And the rest, as they say, is history. 1909 First commercially successful electric toaster Frank Shailor of General Electric files a patent application for the D-12, the first commercially successful electric toaster. The D-12 has a single heating element and no exterior casing. It has no working parts, no controls, and no sensors; a slice of bread must be turned by hand to toast on both sides. 1913 First refrigerator for home use Fred W. Wolf of Fort Wayne, Indiana, invents the first refrigerator for home use, a small unit mounted on top of an old-fashioned icebox and requiring external plumbing connections. Only in 1925 would a hermetically sealed standalone home refrigerator of the modern type, based on pre-1900 work by Marcel Audiffren of France and by self-trained machinist Christian Steenstrup of Schenectady, New York, be commercially introduced. This and other early models use toxic gases such as methyl chloride and sulfur dioxide as refrigerants. On units not hermetically sealed, leaks—and resulting explosions and poisonings—are not uncommon, but the gas danger ends in 1929 with the advent of Freon-operated compressor refrigerators for home kitchens. 1913 First electric dishwasher on the market The Walker brothers of Philadelphia produce the first electric dishwasher to go on the market, with full-scale commercialization by Hotpoint and others in 1930. 1915 Calrod developed Charles C. Abbot of General Electric develops an electrically insulating, heat conducting ceramic "Calrod" that is still used in many electrical household appliances as well as in industry. 1919 Fi |
Who created the master detective Sherlock Holmes | Sherlock Holmes | Baker Street Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia ― Dr Watson speaking about Holmes [src] Sherlock Holmes is a fictional detective of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, who first appeared in publication in 1887. He was devised by British author and physician Sir Arthur Conan Doyle . A brilliant London-based detective, Holmes is famous for his prowess at using logic and astute observation to solve cases. He is perhaps the most famous fictional detective, and indeed one of the best known and most universally recognizable literary characters. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote four novels and fifty-six short-stories featuring his creation. Almost all were narrated by Holmes' friend and biographer, Dr John H. Watson , with the exception of two narrated by Holmes himself and two more written in the third person. The stories first appeared in magazine serialization, notably in The Strand Magazine , over a period of forty years. This was a common form of publication at the time: Charles Dickens' works were issued in a similar fashion. The stories cover a period from around 1878 up to 1903, with a final case in 1914. They are read as much for their characterization and the stylised late-Victorian era in which they take place as for the mysteries themselves. More actors have portrayed Sherlock Holmes than any other character, and by 1964, according to a report in The Times, the worldwide sales of the stories were running second only to the Bible.[citation needed] Knowledge and skills ―" The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle Little is known of Holmes' early life or his family background, save that he is the grand nephew of the French artist Emile Jean Horace Vernet.[citation needed] An estimate of Holmes's age in " His Last Bow " places his year of birth at 1854; the story, set in August 1914, describes him as 60 years of age. It is also known that in his younger years, Holmes attended at least one of the country's leading universities ... though it cannot be ascertained whether he was an alumnus of Oxford, Cambridge, or both. Sherlock has an older brother, Mycroft, whom the younger Holmes considered to be more intellectually gifted than himself. Mycroft spent much of his life in Her Majesty's Secret Service. In " The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter ", Sherlock refers to Mycroft as being "[s]even years [his] senior". If Sherlock date of birth of 1854 is correct, that places Mycroft's date of birth as 1847. At the age of 20, Holmes was to find his life's calling. For it was in that year that he began his illustrious career as the world's first consulting detective, taking his first case...which his future friend and companion Dr John Watson would come to title, in his chronicles of Holmes' endeavours, " The Adventure of the Gloria Scott ". His study of science at university having informed his already keen mind and powers of observation, Holmes employed a process of deductive reasoning in his work, with great success. In early 1881 he is presented as an independent student of chemistry with a variety of very curious side-interests, almost all of which turn out to be single-mindedly bent towards making him superior at solving crimes. In another early story, "The Adventure of the Gloria Scott", more background on what caused Holmes to become a detective is presented: a college friend's father complimented him very highly on his deductive skills. In " The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter ", Holmes states that his grandmother was the sister of the French painter "Vernet" (presumably Horace Vernet). In A Study in Scarlet , Dr Watson makes an evaluation of Sherlock's skills: Knowledge of Literature – Nil. Is an expert singlestick player, boxer, and swordsman Has a good practical knowledge of British law Later stories make clear, however, that the above list is misleading, and that Holmes, who has just met Watson, is pulling Watson's leg. Two examples: despite Holmes' supposed ignorance of politics, in " A Scandal in Bohemia " he immediately recognises the true identity of the supposed Count von Kramm as Wilhelm Gottsreich S |
What is the world's largest herb | The Benefits and Frugality of the World's Largest Herb: the Banana | Don't Waste the Crumbs Don't Waste the Crumbs You are here: Don't Waste The Crumbs » Saving Money » The Benefits and Frugality of the World’s Largest Herb: the Banana The Benefits and Frugality of the World’s Largest Herb: the Banana September 24, 2012 by Tiffany 3 Comments You guys see my shopping. Does it even warrant saying that bananas are a staple in our house? Not only are they a must have for smoothies, but they’re regularly consumed as snacks and used in baking as well. We love bananas because they’re incredibly cheap – 19 cents for a perfectly ripe yellow crescent at Trader Joes. They can be found for even less if your grocery store is looking to move some aging produce. We love bananas because they’re easy to eat. Start the peel and the kids can do the rest. Heck, The Boy is almost 5 and he’s on the verge of doing it himself (and Mommy gets double the reward since he can then peel his sister’s too. 😉 ) We love bananas because they’re so versatile. Eat them plain, with peanut butter, with ice cream, in yogurt, in oatmeal, blended with milk… I really don’t think there’s a wrong way to eat a banana. They don’t need to be refrigerated and can easily be frozen if you’re not able to eat them in time. A light bulb went off inside my brain this past weekend when it hit me – I’m always buying bananas. Nearly every trip to Costco or Trader Joe’s includes a bunch (or two) of these yellow fruits. I started to wonder if they were doing my family any good. I mean, I knew they were high in potassium, but what exactly does that mean? They are a fruit, and all fruits are good right? Are they still good for you when they’re consumed in mass quantities? (We went through 74 bananas last month!) Can you overdose on potassium?! I figured it’s time I educated myself. Even more so if we decide to invest in banana stocks and make a return on our grocery shopping. 😉 What is a banana? Did you know that banana plant is not a tree, rather it’s the world’s largest herb? (How’s that for a water cooler topic?) The plant behaves like a perennial by dying after each fruiting and producing new growth for the next generation of fruit. Bananas require warm temperatures and consistent rainfall to survive, and oddly enough, appear to grow upside down with the stems connecting at the bottom attached to the tree and the tips pointed upwards. Bananas also come in various colors – green, red and purple are not uncommon. Since the ripening process of bananas does not have to occur on the tree, most fruits are picked while unripe. When buying bananas, choose a bunch based on when you plan to eat them. If you want to eat them now, aim for bright yellow. If you need them in a few days, aim for greenish barely yellow. Green bananas offer just as much nutrition as their fully ripened yellow counterparts so there’s no reason to avoid them. That is, unless you need a very soft banana for a particular purpose. Nutrition We know bananas are impressive when it comes to potassium. Why is this important? Potassium is required for heart activity and muscle contraction, and not just our biceps. Normal bodily functions, like digestion toxin filtering, use muscles too. Potassium maintains the pH balance and acts like electrolytes by transmitting electrical activity between cells. The average baked potato, with the skin, contains more potassium than a banana, as does 1/2 cup of prunes, but since most people turn their noses up at prunes and are on some sort of diet that eliminates the potato, we’re back to the banana at 422 mg of potassium. To give perspective, the average person needs 4700 mg per day. While it’s possible to “overdose” on potassium, it’s extremely uncommon. So uncommon that no maximum on potassium intake has been set. However, just for the sake of knowledge, consuming an excessive amount of potassium can overwhelm the kidneys and cause hyperkalemia (simply a high concentration of potassium in the blood). Symptoms include tingling extremities, muscle weakness |
What is the ingredient usually used to turn rice or curry yellow | How to Make Thai Yellow Rice - Recipe Yield: SERVES 4-5 as a side dish Preparation Warm a deep pot over medium-high heat. Add the oil and swirl around, then add the onion, garlic, and chili/cayenne. Stir-fry to release the fragrance (1 minute), then add the red pepper and tomato. Stir-fry 1 more minute. Add the rice and stir to coat, then pour in the stock. Switch heat to high. Add the lime juice , fish/soy sauce, turmeric and saffron (if using). Stir well. When the stock begins to bubble, cover tightly with a lid and reduce heat to low. let rice cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until all - or 95% - of the liquid has been absorbed. Remove lid and fold in the peas, giving the rice a gentle stir as you do so. Replace lid and leave rice to sit over the same hot burner (heat off) for at least 10 minutes, or until you're ready to eat. The residual heat inside the pot will help any remaining liquid absorb and finish cooking the rice; it will also nicely cook the frozen peas. Rice will stay warm in this way for 1 hour or more (great for making ahead of time!). Remove lid and fluff rice with fork or chop sticks. Taste-test, adding a sprinkling of salt if needed. Top with a little fresh basil, and ENJOY! Note: If omitting the tomato, you can measure a full 4 cups stock (I find the tomato adds more water, hence a reduction of stock is needed). Related Articles |
What herb is essential in a New England Clam Chowder | New England Clam Chowder Recipe - Andrea Meyers Andrea Meyers You are here: Home / Seafood / New England Clam Chowder New England Clam Chowder By Andrea 11 Comments New England clam chowder ranks in my Top 10 list of comfort foods, and it’s one of my favorite things to order in seafood restaurants. Recipes for clam chowder are hotly contested, and if you get into a discussion about chowder with New Englanders you are likely to get a wide variety of opinions on what is the best clam chowder. When I fix this soup I feel like I’m back in Maine, and that’s good enough for me; serve it en boule and I think I’ve died and gone to heaven. This recipe starts with cooking some bacon, then sautéing onions in the bacon drippings, cooking it all with clams, clam juice or stock, potatoes, thyme, and bay leaf, and then adding the clams and corn and thickening it all up with some heavy cream. This chowder doesn’t require loads of salt because of the bacon, plus canned clams are kept in brine, and the stock will be salted as well, so I use a light hand with the salt. I almost always use more than the amount of bacon specified in a recipe because I love my bacon. I confess I had a 12-ounce package and it all went into the pot for this chowder. All that flavor gets into the onions and then the flour soaks up some of it and it infuses the potatoes and mixes with the clams and creates a thing of beauty. We only have bacon a few times a year, so by golly I’m going to enjoy it! If you are a die-hard steam-your-own-clams type, then by all means go for it. If we lived right on the coast and could get them fresh all the time, I would probably steam them myself, but canned minced clams are more economical for us, so that’s what we use. Fresh herbs add to the flavor, and bay and thyme are traditional herbs to add to clam chowder. Adding parsley during the last few minutes adds a bit of fresh flavor that balances the woodiness of the bay and thyme. The parsley and thyme came from my indoor garden, and hopefully in a few years my little bay laurel tree by the window will have grown some more and I will pick the leaves to toss into the pot for soups like this, but right now he’s still a little guy with just a few leaves so I use dried. I’m hopeful he’ll survive the next couple years as Monkey Boy (toddler) and Top Gun (almost 4) like the leaves, and I found Monkey Boy chewing on one this week! This is my contribution to this week’s edition of Weekend Herb Blogging , a weekly event founded two years ago by the wonderful Kalyn of Kalyn’s Kitchen . This week’s host is Cate of Sweetnicks , so check out the blog next week for the round-up! P.S. I made that little boule using the instructions in Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day . Post on that coming soon! Recipe Notes |
From which plant do we get the spice saffron | How to Grow Saffron - Vegetable Gardener How to Grow Saffron Dry the bright red stigmas of Crocus sativus, and you have saffron. Boyd Hagen Dry the bright red stigmas of Crocus sativus, and you have saffron. Photo: Boyd Hagen Print Lancaster County cuisine is a humble cuisine. For centuries, our Amish and Mennonite kitchen gardens have produced farmers’ food—basic, unassuming meals that are meant to “stick to your ribs” and nourish your soul. My Mennonite grandmothers were not trend-setting gourmets. They knew nothing of nouvelle brunches, or spa cuisine, or macrobiotic dinners. Our food, here, is not about tarragon sauce and angel-hair pasta. We think in terms of quantity, not subtlety, at our farm tables. For many visiting food lovers, it comes as a great surprise, then, to discover that our rural Pennsylvania Dutch cooks are connoisseurs of the world’s most expensive and exotic spice—saffron. Elsewhere, this garden spice is often shrouded in an aura of exotic mystery, but Lancaster County gardeners have been growing it alongside the cabbages for centuries. Saffron usually means classical European cuisine, not American farm food. It is meant for risotto in Milan, and bouillabaisse in Marseilles, and paella in Madrid. But thankfully, it is also meant for chicken pot pie in Lancaster County. Here, saffron is not the extravagant luxury it is thought to be elsewhere. Roman emperors bathed in saffron-scented waters and carpeted their theaters with the purple blossoms. Mennonites never did all that. Saffron, for us, means food—chicken dishes. This crocus provides the deep yellow color and pungent flavor that is critical for the success of some of our most traditional dishes. Actually, any dish using poultry or egg noodles is fair game for saffron in Lancaster County. Our traditional cuisine calls for this yellow seasoning so frequently that we have been referred to as the “Yellow Dutch.” The dollars and sense of saffron My grandparents and theirs before them would have been surprised to hear you refer to their unpretentious garden plant as the world’s most expensive spice. When saffron has been growing beside your wood shed for generations, it seems as cheap as dirt. It has always made good sense to grow your own saffron. If you have to buy it, this spice truly is as expensive as its reputation suggests. Producing saffron commercially is hugely labor intensive. It takes 75,000 blossoms to produce just a pound of dried saffron threads that wholesale for $70 per ounce. The saffron crocus, Crocus sativus , is an excellent addition to any landscape in Zone 6 through Zone 9. It pays for its garden space many times over with its burst of autumn color and its grasslike foliage that stays green all winter. At the center of the purple flowers of the saffron crocus are three red stigmas, which are harvested and dried to produce a valued spice. Saffron is a crocus with personality. It defies the traditional gardening season by lying dormant all summer, and then, when the rest of the garden is turning black with frost, it pushes its purple blossoms up through the mulch to announce its dramatic presence. Each blossom offers up to three scarlet stigmas, the female reproductive organs, to be picked for the next stew or salad or dessert. Saffron can be a slowly acquired taste. The flavor is unlike any other, and has been variously described as “pleasantly bitter,” “earthy,” and “briny.” Of course, if you are Yellow Dutch, it tastes exactly as you want it to. The color that saffron contributes to egg noodle meals can be equally surprising to saffron novices. The ideal is a warm, buttery glow. A cook’s heavy hand, though, can produce a dish that seems more crayon yellow than buttery. But here in Lancaster County, we don’t mind that unusual yellow at all. Growing your own couldn't be easier Despite saffron’s exotic reputation, it is child’s play to grow. This species is neither finicky nor temperamental, it is disease and insect resistant, and it requires little attention year after year. Its requirements are simple: Plant the |
What flavour does the herb fennel have | What does fennel taste like? | Reference.com What does fennel taste like? A: Quick Answer Fennel is an aromatic herb with a sweet anise or licorice flavor. Its taste is not very strong and the anise flavor is more aromatic. The herb is related to celery and it imparts a similar fresh-like flavor when eaten. Full Answer Fennel is one of the primary flavors in Italian sausage, and it is essential to many cuisines from around the world, including many dishes from the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent. It is also one of the spices found in Chinese five spice powder. All of the different parts of the herb are used in food, including fennel seeds, the bulb, the leaves and fennel flowers, which are also often called fennel pollen. If the bulb is eaten raw, it is crisp and works well in salads; however, when it has been caramelized, it has a taste similar to a licorice candy. It can also be sauteed or grilled and eaten on its own. Fennel seeds are used as an after-dinner breath freshener and digestion aid. Fennel pollen is the most expensive type of fennel and has a strong musky anise flavor. |
Which parts of peppers are hot | What is the hottest part of the chili pod? Not the seeds. | Albuquerque Innsights Farewell to a Great Dog – My Mini Eulogy » What is the hottest part of the chili pod? Not the seeds. I was watching a food show on the Travel Channel the other day. It was Adam Richman’s Man vs Food. At one point in the broadcast he mentioned that seeds were the hottest part of the chili pepper and that burns me up because it is not so. I like Adam, and his show – but he is wrong on this one. If you really like the heat, cut the jalapenos like wheels leaving the membrane in, as if often seen on nachos, but for a more delicate flavor the strips seem to work better. The part of the chili pod that has the most heat is the membrane inside that the seeds are attached to. Seeds themselves do not hold much heat if any. The only benefit that the seeds may give you if you leave them in when preparing a dish may be as a source of fiber. This seed theory is a common misconception, but any expert on capsicum plants will tell you it ain’t in the seeds. All chili peppers are members of the capsicum family and they all pack some level of heat, even bell peppers. Being a Jersey Girl I had no idea how to prepare chili dishes when I moved to New Mexico. I loved chili, but was clueless on what to do. I used to buy my new found culinary delight – fresh green chili – from the farmer’s market and used them as if they were bell peppers – just chopped ’em up fresh and threw them in with onions and other veggies when I sautéed. I even did this with spaghetti sauce, using the green chili in place of green bell peppers. I didn’t know any better, and ignorance was bliss for at least a year until a friend told me…”Ya know, you’re suppose to roast and skin those.” Huh? No wonder the skins seemed a little tough. I usually remove the membrane in jalapeno peppers, but you don’t have to skin these. So I got educated. Now after 30 plus years of practice I’m a pretty good New Mexican food cook, but over these 30+ years I have had a change in tastes, so to speak. In my younger years the heat was a blast – the hotter the better. Now the flavor of whatever kind of chili I am eating is so much more important to me, so I remove the membrane of really hot chili peppers when prepping them for a recipe. The whole chili pepper has heat, but the majority of this heat is packed into the white membrane that the seeds hang onto in the center of the pepper. I feel I would be remiss in not telling you all that the heat in a chili pepper is no laughing matter when it comes to your delicate body parts, so be very harmful during and after prepping chili peppers of all kinds. DO NOT rub your eyes or touch/scratch any other part of yourself until you have had a change to thoroughly wash your hands, with soap, maybe more than once if the chili is really hot. Don’t change a baby diaper either. If you do experience the burn from any chili (capsicum) variety, use a milk product to soak the affected area until the pain is gone or bearable. This is not just my remedy, but also the advise of Poison Control here in Albuquerque. They get these chili pepper calls all the time. We had a neighbor from Utah who was very enthusiastic about green chili after moving to Albuquerque. He did the usual New Mexico fall ritual of purchasing a freshly roasted sack of chili for use throughout the year. He brought it home and proceeded to skin and package it for freezing. He didn’t know any better and in the middle of his chili ritual he went to use the bathroom without washing his hands FIRST. We got the phone call of panic. We laugh about it now, but he wasn’t laughing at the time. It is a way too common mistake of new comers to our state. Ouch. If you will be prepping lots of chili, wear gloves or, at very least, use some olive oil on your hands and work it into your cuticles and under your nails. This helps a lot. For more info on chili peppers I highly suggest books New Mexico’s own chili gurus, Dave Dewitt and Paul W. Bosland. The best is their collaborative effort and in my opinion THE best book on all things pe |
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What is the herb that is used mostly in Swedish cookery | Common Culinary Herbs and Spices Common Culinary Herbs and Spices Posted by Nava | 31 Comments As the popularity of healthy, ethnic cooking home grows, our spice rack should expand to accommodate the seasonings give vegan dishes their unique characters. Volumes can be written on the healing aspect of herbs (in fact see our review of the terrific book, Healing Spices ), the focus here is culinary. This section will give a brief overview of those seasonings most commonly used to flavor global whole food recipes. BUYING, STORAGE, AND USAGE TIPS When buying herbs and spices by weight, buy only what will fit into an average-size spice jar. In other words, don’t stock up. Most go a very long way and are at their optimal flavor for up to a year, after which they begin losing their potency. Keep dried herbs and spices in a place in your kitchen that is away from heat and moisture. When substituting fresh herbs for dry, use about three times the amount of fresh herb as the dry. Introduce dried herbs and spices into your recipe as early in the cooking process as possible, so that they have a chance to develop flavor. Add fresh herbs toward the middle or even the end of the cooking if you’d like to retain their pronounced flavor. ANISE or ANISEED is an aromatic spice that imparts a distinct flavor of licorice and is commonly used to make the liqueurs ouzo, anisette, and pernod. Anise is used in cookies and cakes, and a sprinkling of the seeds adds an unusual twist to fruit salads, particularly those utilizing citrus fruits. Try adding anise to fruit pies, relishes and chutneys, and dark breads. In Indian cuisine, anise is occasionally used in pilafs and braised dishes. ALLSPICE is the hard berry of an evergreen tree native to the West Indies and Central America. Its name quite possibly reflects its flavor, which as a hint of the flavors of several spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. It is most commonly sold in ground form, though the whole berry is available in spice shops and is used in pickling and to flavor broths and marinades. The mildly spicy-sweet flavor of ground allspice enhances apple desserts, banana breads, spice cakes, cookies, chutneys, and recipes utilizing squash, pumpkin, or sweet potatoes. BASIL is one of the most relished of herbs and one that has an important place in herbal lore and legend, spanning many ages and cultures. In the summer, the intoxicating scent of fresh sweet basil fills produce markets, and its brief season should be fully enjoyed. Though basil makes an excellent dried herb whose sweet-and-spicy flavor is welcome in many dishes, the result is very different when using it fresh. Fresh basil is the main component of pesto sauces and has a special affinity with tomato-based pasta sauces and fresh tomato salads (as in the classic tomato, mozzarella, and basil salad). Dried basil is good in soups, marinades and vinaigrettes, grain dishes, herb breads, and omelets. It may also be used to flavor tomato sauces when fresh basil is unavailable. BAY LEAVES are the whole, dried leaves of the bay laurel tree and are most useful in long-simmering recipes, such as soups and stews, where their flavor has a chance to permeate. Its warm, somewhat “woodsy” character lends itself especially well to recipes that contain tomatoes, beans, corn, and potatoes. CARAWAY SEEDS, the seeds of a biennial plant native to Europe, have a sharp, distinctive taste that puts them in the category of flavorings that are either loved or intensely disliked. They are best known for adding zest to rye and pumpernickel breads; try expanding their use to flavor recipes emphasizing potatoes or other root vegetables (such as parsnips or turnips) as well as cabbage varieties. CARDAMOM, derived from a plant native to India, is available in whole or ground form. Bought whole, the seed pods must be opened, revealing several small, dark seeds. These aromatic seeds have a flavor that is hard to describe, but is appropriate for both sweet and savory dishes. The whole seeds lend an aromatic quality to grain dishes, especially fruit-and- |
From which part of a plant do we get cinnamon | The Truth About Where Cinnamon Comes From | The Huffington Post The Truth About Where Cinnamon Comes From 03/17/2014 07:00 am ET | Updated Mar 17, 2014 430 Alison Spiegel Food writer and editor Getty Do you know where cinnamon comes from? It's a spice we use all the time, but do you know where it grows and how it comes to be in our cinnamon buns? Cinnamon is one of those sweet spices that is so versatile -- in and outside the kitchen -- that we might even take it for granted sometimes. It goes well in savory dishes like soups and tagines, and can do wonders on meat and chicken. It also shines in desserts, like churros and cobblers, and is your best friend at breakfast. You can also use it in your beauty routine . It can help out around the house and it may even have some healing properties . Cinnamon makes us think of Christmas and cozying up in front of the fire, but it also makes us think of apple pie in the fall and cinnamon sugar doughnuts at the summer farmers market. As much as we use cinnamon, it's not wholly apparently where we get it from. Its origin may surprise you, but if you give that cinnamon stick a second look, it will probably start to make a whole lot of sense. Cinnamon comes from bark. Dinodia Photos via Getty Images Specifically, it comes from the inner layer of bark derived from dozens of varieties of evergreen trees that belong to the genus Cinnamomum. Cinnamon farmers first shave the outer bark off the trees, and then shave off the inner bark -- the cinnamon layer. Davor Lovincic via Getty Images The cinnamon is then dried for use. When cinnamon is dried, it naturally curls up into "quills." s-cphoto via Getty Images |
What herb do the Chinese call the root of life | An Introduction to Chinese Herbs AN INTRODUCTION TO CHINESE HERBS by Subhuti Dharmananda, Ph.D., Institute for Traditional Medicine, Portland, Oregon The herbal tradition of China is valued scientifically, as well as being a fascinating and popular tradition. Scientists working in China and Japan during the past four decades have demonstrated that the herb materials contain active components that can explain many of their claimed actions. Modern drugs have been developed from the herbs, such as treatments for asthma and hay fever from Chinese ephedra, hepatitis remedies from schizandra fruits and licorice roots, and a number of anticancer agents from trees and shrubs. Several popular formulations produced in China, called "patent medicines," are relied upon daily by millions of Chinese (in China and abroad), such as the Bupleurum Sedative Pills and Women's Precious Pills that invigorate the energy, nourish the blood, calm tension, and regulate menstruation, and Yin Chiao Jie Du Pian, which is a reliable treatment for the early stages of common cold, sore throat, and influenza. More than three hundred herbs that are commonly used today have a history of use that goes back at least 2,000 years. Over that time, a vast amount of experience has been gained that has gone towards perfecting their clinical applications. According to Chinese clinical studies, these herbs, and others that have been added to the list of useful items over the centuries, can greatly increase the effectiveness of modern drug treatments, reduce their side-effects, and sometimes replace them completely. In China, the two most common methods of applying herb therapies are to make a decoction (a strong tea that must be simmered for about an hour or more) and to make large honey-bound pills. Both of these forms meet with considerable resistance in Western countries. The teas are deemed too time-consuming, smelly, and awful-tasting to justify their use, and the honey pills (boluses) are sticky, difficult to chew, and bad tasting. Thus, modern forms that are more acceptable have been developed for most applications. The two popular forms to replace the standard Chinese preparations are extract powders (or granules) and smooth, easy-to-swallow tablets or capsules. The extracts are made by producing a large batch of tea and then removing the water and producing a powder or tiny pellets; the resulting material is swallowed down with some water or mixed with hot water to make a tea. Tablets and capsules contain either powdered herbs or dried extracts or a combination of the two. Despite the convenience, one must take a substantial quantity of these prepared forms (compared to the amount of drugs one takes). For example, doses of the dried extracts range from 1-2 teaspoons each time, two to three times per day, and the tablets or capsules range from about 3-8 units each time, two to three times per day. The herb materials used in all these preparations are gathered from wild supplies or cultivated, usually in China (some come from India, the Mid-East, or elsewhere). There are an estimated 6,000 species in use, including nearly 1,000 materials derived from animal sources and over 100 minerals, all of them categorized under the general heading "herbs." Herbs are processed in various ways, such as cleaning, soaking, slicing, and drying, according to the methods that have been reported to be most useful. These materials are then combined in a formulation; the ingredients and amounts of each item depend on the nature of the condition to be treated. In some cases, a practitioner of Chinese medicine will design a specific formulation for an individual patient, which might be changed frequently over a course of treatment. In other cases, one or more formulas already prepared for ingestion without modification are selected for use. The outcome is monitored, and the determination of whether to continue the current formula, change to another, or discontinue use is made on the basis of actual versus desired outcomes and the obvious or subtle effects of using |
Which spice is a common flavouring for many kinds of rye bread | Spice Advice General Description Caraway Seed is actually the fruit of a biennial herb in the parsley family, known as Carum carvi. The seed is about 1/5-inch long and tapered at the ends. The hard seed shells have five pale ridges. Geographical Sources Holland is the world's largest Caraway producer. It is also grown in Canada and the United States. Traditional Ethnic Uses Caraway Seed is a common flavoring for many kinds of rye bread. It is also used to flavor sauerkraut, sausage, cheese, cabbage, and soups. Taste and Aroma Caraway Seed has a pungent aroma and a distinctly sweet but tangy flavor. History/Region of Origin Caraway is native to Asia as well as northern and central Europe. First used in antiquity, Caraway has been cultivated in Europe since the Middle Ages. Evidence of Caraway's use in medieval times comes from seeds found in debris in lakes in Switzerland. Caraway is thought to be the spice used longer than any other in Europe. Writings from the 17th century indicate that Caraway Seed was used in breads, fruits, and cakes, and considered a digestive aid. Storage Tips Store in cool, dark, dry places. A Few Ideas to Get You Started For enhanced flavor, lightly toast Caraway Seed before use in cheese dishes or potato salad. Caraway Seed is great for use in sauerkraut, soups, and stews; add Caraway in the last 15 minutes of cooking for best flavor. Sprinkle Caraway Seed lightly over spice cakes before baking. Mix 1/4 cup melted butter with 1 to 2 teaspoons Caraway Seed; spread on French bread or pour over green beans. |
"What is considered the ""king of herbs"" by many cookery authors" | Cretan Herbs and Plants - Flora Crete - Sfakia-Crete.com Herbs and spices of Crete There are 130 species of wild flowers and herbs unique to Crete The flora of Crete is at its best in Spring, after the rain showers of the early season. Crete really looks green, and hundreds of flowers, plants and herbs start to blossom. There are 130 species of wild flowers and herbs unique to Crete. Many Cretan herbs are Lamiaceae, or of the Mint family, a family of plants in about 180 genera and some 3,500 species. These include many widely used culinary herbs, such as basil, mint, rosemary, sage, marjoram, oregano and thyme. Some are shrubs, but rarely trees or vines. It was originally called Labiatae because the flowers typically have petals fused into an upper lip and a lower lip. The leaves contain aromatic essential oils and emerge oppositely, each pair at right angles to the previous one (called decussate) or whorled. The stems are square in cross section. The flowers are bilaterally symmetrical with 5 united petals, 5 united sepals. They are usually bisexual and verticillastrate (a flower cluster that looks like a whorl of flowers but actually consists of two crowded clusters). Below you will find a selection of the most common Cretan herbs, that are also available in many shops in Crete, so you can enjoy them at home as well. Diktamos Dittany of Crete, Origanum dictamnus L. (formerly Amaracus dictamnus Benth. or Amaracus tomentosus Moench.), is one of the best-known healing herbs of folklore. Native to the mountains of Crete (name derived from the Mount Dikti in central Crete) and also called dittany or dictamnus, this perennial plant can reach a height of 0.3 meters. Procumbent white, woolly stems, usually trailing, develop pink or purplish flowers in the summer. The small gray leaves have a velvety texture. Of minor importance today, dittany of Crete is primarily used as a potted plant or as an ornamental plant in garden borders. The flowers have been used in herbal teas, but the plant has no culinary value. As a medicinal plant, the herb has been utilized to heal wounds, soothe pain, cure snake bites, and ease childbirth. In addition, it has been used as a remedy against gastric or stomach ailments and rheumatism. Dictamnus albus L. (Dictamnus fraxinella Pers.), known as dittany and fraxinella, is often confused with dittany of Crete. In ancient times dittany of Crete was famous for its alleged property of expelling weapons imbedded in soldiers. Wild goats were reputed to seek out the plant after being struck by arrows; the goats were thought to eat the plant, and the arrows would fall out immediately. Shepherds saw this and would then ingest and later make compresses of the leaves to heal open wounds. In the tale of |
What is the spice, the oil of which is used to treat toothache | Toothache Remedy for Immediate Toothache Relief Toothache Remedy for Immediate Toothache Relief /in Remedies & Recipes /by John Gallagher A great natural toothache remedy is to either ground clove or pure food grade clove oil on the affected tooth. This is the most well known of all herbal toothache remedies. I list this remedy first since most people have cloves in their spice rack. NOTE: On HerbMentor.com , I recommend people practice herbal nourishment at the same time they are treating an acute situation herbally or allopathically. In this course, I teach you how to make an herbal infusion. If you know how to make an infusion, I recommend using Oatstraw (Avena sativa) infusions while you are treating your toothache’s pain. You can order oatstraw in the bulk herb section of Mountain Rose Herbs . Other great herbal toothache remedies… • Echinacea. This cold and flu remedy has a long history for being a toothache remedy. In fact, a Lakota elder I know calls it the “toothache plant.” That’s what his grandmother called it as well. Try using Echinacea tincture. The best toothache remedy would be to use fresh Echinacea root dug from the ground, so if you have some in your garden, try it some day! You can make your own Echinacea tincture in our Herbal Remedy Kit. Read how. • A few drops of tea tree essential oil can be infused in water. Cleansing the mouth with this solution can give rapid relief to inflamed gums. It is a very potent antibacterial. • A combination of the following items used on a regular basis can be very helpful as part of a home remedy for toothache. First, a calendula toothpaste such as Weleda brand seems to be very preventive in nature. Calendula has a long history of being used for the gums and teeth. Myrrh toothpastes are another option (Tom’s of Maine makes one). Both of these herbs have astringent and antibacterial effects. These are available in all natural foods markets and in many supermarkets. • If your filling comes out…A paste of slippery elm powder and water put into a tooth where the filling has come out, will be very helpful until one gets to the dentist. And a mouthwash made with sage (Salvia officinalis) or calendula (Calendula officinalis) and a pinch of salt, is beneficial to bleeding gums. *** Purchase these herbs and essential oils at Mountain Rose Herbs for your toothache remedy.. *** Garden or outdoors toothache remedy Yarrow (Achillea millefolium), originated in Europe and Asia, but is now naturalized throughout North America. Yarrow grows wild in fields, meadows, roadsides and open woodlands. Yarrow has the ability to stop bleeding and aids in healing wounds. But the root of the yarrow is also an anesthetic. To relieve toothaches, apply the fresh root or leaves to the gums or teeth. It’s yet another great herbal toothache remedy. Raw plantain leaves crushed and placed on the aching tooth will also help stop a toothache. If you happen to have a little salt with you, mix a little salt with the chewed leaves. Here are some basic toothache remedies…especially if you do not have ANY of the above ingredients and you need toothache relief NOW! Philip D. Corn, D.D.S., a private practitioner in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and director of the Pennsylvania Academy of General Dentistry, says a toothache may be a symptom of several things. The pulp of your tooth or the gums around your throbbing cuspid could be infected. There could be decay in a molar. You may have a cracked bicuspid. Or you might have been smacked in the mouth. But the ache could simply be an irritation from a piece of food caught between two teeth, adds Jerry F. Taintor, D.D.S., chairman of endodontics at the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry. Or it could be a backlash from a sinus problem. So, until you can get your tooth checked out by a professional, here are some toothache remedy ideas Dr. Corn and Dr. Taintor give: Rinse your toothache away. Take a mouthful of water (at body temperature) and rinse vigorously, says Dr. Taintor. If your toothache is caused by trapped food, a thorough rinse may dislodge the prob |
With over 150 varieties, which common herb is said to provide relief from an upset stomach | 12 Natural Remedies for Stomach Pain Home » Frugal Living » Health and Beauty » 12 Natural Remedies for Stomach Pain 12 Natural Remedies for Stomach Pain 0% Balance Transfer Credit Cards When I worked in the Wellness Department at the local co-op, one of the most common requests from customers was how to naturally ease stomach pain. From mothers with colicky babies to cancer patients, I've helped dozens of people choose the most effective and safest remedy for stomach problems. As with any natural "cure," there are no guaranteed magic bullets, and I recommend seeing your doctor if you have chronic stomach pain. But if you've just eaten some funky take-out or if you're trying to relieve menstrual cramps, there are lots of natural alternatives to at least calm your belly. Here's a list of twelve herbal and home remedies to help soothe many types of stomach discomfort. 1. Ginger In addition to its anti-inflammatory properties and other health benefits, ginger aids in digestion and can ease stomach pains. Fresh ginger is the most potent form, and I recommend making a simple tea with it. While there are many recipes for fresh ginger tea , I suggest peeling and grating the ginger for the best results. If fresh ginger isn't available, there are many varieties of ginger tea on the market. (See also: 10 Reasons to Drink Tea ) Keep in mind that ginger can be spicy, so if you are sensitive to spicy foods, you may want to consider buying ginger supplements. Most health food stores carry the supplements, which can be found as pills or infused in a tincture. I wouldn't recommend drinking conventional ginger ale, since it is loaded with sugar, and if you look at the ingredients, most ginger sodas use artificial flavors and do not contain actual ginger. Reed's Ginger Brew is one of the more common natural ginger sodas, and it is sweetened with fruit juice and packed with real ginger. Some ginger candies contain real ginger, but most contain conventional sugar, which can upset the stomach. 2. Peppermint Like ginger, fresh mint works the best to settle the stomach, and all you need is a cup of warm water and a few sprigs of mint to make a tea. Simply chewing on a mint leaf also works, and because mint is technically a weed, it grows well in most environments. You can also buy the tea or peppermint supplements. Peppermint candy tends to have sugar, so make sure you check the ingredients if you are buying regular mints. Mint also helps with digestion, stimulates the appetite, and it is one of the better remedies for menstrual cramps, particularly if you make tea with fresh mint . 3. Licorice or Fennel Although licorice and fennel are two different plants, I have grouped them together because they are very similar in taste. If you do not like the taste of licorice, fennel, or anise, I would recommend using another remedy for an upset stomach. Licorice and fennel are found in many herbal teas, which is perhaps the easiest and most common form; however, they can also be found as supplements. If you like raw fennel, you can chew on a fresh slice of the bulb to ease indigestion or bloating after a meal. Licorice can be known to increase blood pressure and irritate ulcers, but only in large amounts, according to Medline . Many of the natural "stomach ease" teas contain licorice and fennel, so check the ingredients for the amount if you are concerned. 4. Chamomile Not only does chamomile tea soothe an aching stomach, it can also calm the nerves. If you are having trouble sleeping in addition to a stomach ache, homemade chamomile tea may be exactly what you need. Dried chamomile flowers are usually sold in health food stores or herbal shops, but you can easily find chamomile tea on the shelf at any grocery store, since it one of the most common herbal teas. Add lemon for an extra tummy soother and flavor (see lemon water below). 5. Lemon Water Lemon is one of the most versatile fruits you can buy. If you don't have mint, ginger, or other herbs at home, just squeeze half a lemon into a mug of warm water. You can also use lemon juice if you don't ha |
Which herb whose leaves and blue flowers are both edible, is used in drinks such as 'Pimms' | 1000+ images about Borage on Pinterest | Medicinal plants, Herb seeds and Flower Forward A close up of lovely borage flowers. This versatile herb, a self-sowing annual, is easily grown from seed direct sown in the garden in Spring. The flowers can be candied and floated in drinks, and the leaves and stems have a lovely fresh cucumber flavor. See More |
If a dish is cooked a la hongroise it is cooked in cream and which spice | Gourmet Britain / Food Encyclopedia / Potato dishes Potato dishes Also see our Recipe section, which you can click on above, for many individual recipes. À la crème: (France) Wash the potatoes, then boil them with their skins in water until almost cooked-through. Drain them, discarding the water, and cool them until you can remove their skins. Cut them into thick slices, then return to the pan and cover them with boiling milk, or milk and cream mixed. Season with salt and a little freshly-grated nutmeg. Cook until the liquid has been reduced, then add a little more cream and serve. Anna (Pommes de Terre Anna - France): Potatoes, which must be of a waxy type, peeled and trimmed into cylindrical shapes, then baked in a hot oven covered by clarified butter. A potato cake is thus formed, which is turned upside-down for the last quarter of its cooking time - so it's evenly coloured. A simpler version consists of a cake of sliced potatoes which is dotted with butter and baked in the oven until golden. Annette potatoes: (France) These are cooked in a similar style to 'Anna' potatoes, but are composed of potatoes sliced into matchsticks (julienne) - before being sautéed on top of the stove to form a potato cake. Baked: Potatoes baked in their skins in the oven. Called 'jacket' potatoes by some commercial establishments - possibly because they're microwaved (which leaves the skin flaccid) - and not cooked in a proper oven. See our Recipe Section Basquaise: (France) Long waxy potatoes, peeled then hollowed out, before being stuffed with a mixture of garlic-flavoured tomato, chopped sweet peppers and Bayonne ham. They are then baked in the oven, covered with breadcrumbs, with a little butter. In smart restaurants, a little veal jus is traditionally-added near the end of the baking time. Boulangère: (France) Waxy-type potatoes, peeled and thinly-sliced, then either cooked around a roasting joint or separately with sliced onions and chicken stock (or stock from the meat being roasted). See our Recipe Section Chateau: (France) Potatoes peeled, then cut to the size of large marbles (or small peeled new potatoes) - roasted in the oven until golden. Their pan will need shaking from time to time to stop them sticking and to brown them all over; - they are the traditional accompaniment for châteaubriand steak; also known as pommes au beurre. Chips: Potatoes peeled, then cut into sticks, before being deep-fried. To produce the best chips, this is more complicated - see our Recipe Section Cocotte: (France) the same as pommes château, but the potatoes are cut into much smaller shapes. Crainquebille: (France) potatoes cooked in the oven with stock, sliced tomatoes and butter. They should be finished under the grill with a covering of breadcrumbs. Crécy: (France) potatoes cooked as for Anna, but with a layer of Vichy-style carrots as a centre layer. Croquette: (France) To some previously-mashed potatoes (which have been seasoned with salt and nutmeg), add 1 egg yolk per 250g/8 oz of potatoes and mix well in. Mould the potato mixture into cork-sized shapes, then roll them in flour, followed by lightly-beaten egg, roll them in breadcrumbs until well covered, then fry them in very hot deep oil, until they are golden. If chopped fresh chervil is added to the potato mixture they are then called 'croquettes chevreuse', lighly-fried onions 'Lyonnaise'; a little freshly-grated Parmesan 'Parmesane', and chopped truffles 'Périgourdine'. See our Recipe Section Dauphine: (France) a mixture of mashed potato and choux pastry, in equal proportions, formed into small balls and deep-fried. See our Recipe section. Dauphinoise / Pommes Dauphinoise: (France) a style of potato dish coming from the Dauphine area of South-Eastern France; this stretches from the Alps to the Rhone Valley. After peeling the potatoes are sliced very thinly before being baked in a mixture of milk, cream and garlic. For an authentic version, cheese, eggs or nutmeg are taboo. Waxy rather than floury-style potatoes are necessary for this dish, or they will disintegrate. See our Recipe Sectio |
What is the most widely used herb in the world | Common Culinary Herbs and Spices Common Culinary Herbs and Spices Posted by Nava | 31 Comments As the popularity of healthy, ethnic cooking home grows, our spice rack should expand to accommodate the seasonings give vegan dishes their unique characters. Volumes can be written on the healing aspect of herbs (in fact see our review of the terrific book, Healing Spices ), the focus here is culinary. This section will give a brief overview of those seasonings most commonly used to flavor global whole food recipes. BUYING, STORAGE, AND USAGE TIPS When buying herbs and spices by weight, buy only what will fit into an average-size spice jar. In other words, don’t stock up. Most go a very long way and are at their optimal flavor for up to a year, after which they begin losing their potency. Keep dried herbs and spices in a place in your kitchen that is away from heat and moisture. When substituting fresh herbs for dry, use about three times the amount of fresh herb as the dry. Introduce dried herbs and spices into your recipe as early in the cooking process as possible, so that they have a chance to develop flavor. Add fresh herbs toward the middle or even the end of the cooking if you’d like to retain their pronounced flavor. ANISE or ANISEED is an aromatic spice that imparts a distinct flavor of licorice and is commonly used to make the liqueurs ouzo, anisette, and pernod. Anise is used in cookies and cakes, and a sprinkling of the seeds adds an unusual twist to fruit salads, particularly those utilizing citrus fruits. Try adding anise to fruit pies, relishes and chutneys, and dark breads. In Indian cuisine, anise is occasionally used in pilafs and braised dishes. ALLSPICE is the hard berry of an evergreen tree native to the West Indies and Central America. Its name quite possibly reflects its flavor, which as a hint of the flavors of several spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. It is most commonly sold in ground form, though the whole berry is available in spice shops and is used in pickling and to flavor broths and marinades. The mildly spicy-sweet flavor of ground allspice enhances apple desserts, banana breads, spice cakes, cookies, chutneys, and recipes utilizing squash, pumpkin, or sweet potatoes. BASIL is one of the most relished of herbs and one that has an important place in herbal lore and legend, spanning many ages and cultures. In the summer, the intoxicating scent of fresh sweet basil fills produce markets, and its brief season should be fully enjoyed. Though basil makes an excellent dried herb whose sweet-and-spicy flavor is welcome in many dishes, the result is very different when using it fresh. Fresh basil is the main component of pesto sauces and has a special affinity with tomato-based pasta sauces and fresh tomato salads (as in the classic tomato, mozzarella, and basil salad). Dried basil is good in soups, marinades and vinaigrettes, grain dishes, herb breads, and omelets. It may also be used to flavor tomato sauces when fresh basil is unavailable. BAY LEAVES are the whole, dried leaves of the bay laurel tree and are most useful in long-simmering recipes, such as soups and stews, where their flavor has a chance to permeate. Its warm, somewhat “woodsy” character lends itself especially well to recipes that contain tomatoes, beans, corn, and potatoes. CARAWAY SEEDS, the seeds of a biennial plant native to Europe, have a sharp, distinctive taste that puts them in the category of flavorings that are either loved or intensely disliked. They are best known for adding zest to rye and pumpernickel breads; try expanding their use to flavor recipes emphasizing potatoes or other root vegetables (such as parsnips or turnips) as well as cabbage varieties. CARDAMOM, derived from a plant native to India, is available in whole or ground form. Bought whole, the seed pods must be opened, revealing several small, dark seeds. These aromatic seeds have a flavor that is hard to describe, but is appropriate for both sweet and savory dishes. The whole seeds lend an aromatic quality to grain dishes, especially fruit-and- |
Which actor played the President of the United States in the film Nixon | 9 Actors Who Played U.S. Presidents | Fox News Magazine 9 Actors Who Played U.S. Presidents By FOX News Magazine | November 9, 2012 This week will see the nationwide release of "Lincoln," Steven Spielberg's historical drama about our 16th president. Reviews have been largely positive, but Daniel Day-Lewis, the actor who portrays Lincoln in the film, is unanimously receiving praise for his performance. Many other actors, too, have played the part of a United States president, a role that can lead to mixed (and sometimes controversial) results. As it turns out, the president has some mighty big shoes to fill, even when it comes to his depiction on film. Here's a look at just some of the actors who have played an actual commander-in-chief on television or in film. AP/Reuters Frank Langella - Richard Nixon Langella, who is known for both his Broadway and film career, was awarded a Tony Award (Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Play) for his portrayal of Richard Nixon in the stage version of "Frost/Nixon," and was also nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in the 2008 film adaptation. AP/Reuters Paul Giamatti - John Adams Giamatti played President John Adams, the unusual and eccentric second president of the United States, in the 2008 HBO miniseries "John Adams." The program went on to become one of the most successful miniseries in television history, winning four Golden Globes and thirteen Emmy Awards. AP/Reuters Robin Williams - Theodore Roosevelt Williams plays the ever-knowledgeable wax figure of President Theodore Roosevelt in the 2006 film "Night at the Museum" and its 2009 sequel "Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian." Williams’ character comes to life at night in New York City’s American Museum of Natural History to help night guard Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) bring order to the museum. Reuters/Reuters Anthony Hopkins - Richard Nixon Oliver Stone's 1995 film "Nixon" starred Anthony Hopkins as the titular president. For his performance, Hopkins was nominated for an Oscar at the 68th Academy Awards. AP/Reuters Josh Brolin - George W. Bush Brolin, known for his breakout role in the '80s cult classic "The Goonies," took on the role of President George W. Bush in Oliver Stone's 2008 biographical film “W.” AP/Reuters James Brolin - Ronald Reagan James Brolin, Josh's father, portrayed President Ronald Reagan in a televised miniseries called "The Reagans" back in 2003. Originally set to air on CBS, the miniseries was pulled from the schedule after it came under criticism from conservative groups, and eventially ran on Showtime instead. AP/Reuters Bill Murray The 2012 film "Hyde Park on Hudson" stars Bill Murray as Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Set shortly before World War II, the movie centers mostly on the president's love affair with Margaret Suckley, his distant cousin. AP/Reuters Greg Kinnear - John F. Kennedy Greg Kinnear played the part of President John F. Kennedy in 2011's "The Kennedys." Though quite controversial, the television miniseries earned four Emmys and several more nominations, including a nomination for Kinnear as Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie. |
What is Triskaidekaphobia the fear of | Triskaidekaphobia | Define Triskaidekaphobia at Dictionary.com triskaidekaphobia [tris-kahy-dek-uh-foh-bee-uh, tris-kuh-] /ˌtrɪs kaɪˌdɛk əˈfoʊ bi ə, ˌtrɪs kə-/ Spell fear or a phobia concerning the number 13. Origin of triskaidekaphobia 1910-15; < Greek triskaídeka thirteen + -phobia Related forms British Dictionary definitions for triskaidekaphobia Expand an abnormal fear of the number thirteen Derived Forms C20: from Greek triskaideka thirteen + -phobia 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 triskaidekaphobia Expand "fear of the number 13," 1911, from Greek treiskaideka "thirteen" + -phobia "fear." Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper |
What part of the body has a crown and a root | Root Canal Treatment Root Canal Treatment Surgery Overview Root canal treatment (also called a root canal) is done when decay will likely damage or has already killed a tooth . During a root canal, a dentist or endodontist removes the pulp from the center of a tooth and fills the pulp cavity. This can prevent the development of a painful infection in the pulp that may spread to other teeth. A root canal can also treat an infection that has developed into an abscessed tooth . This procedure can relieve toothache , stop infection, and promote healing. A general dentist or one who specializes in diseases of tooth pulp (endodontist) can perform a root canal. First, the dentist will numb your gums with a substance that feels like jelly. After your gums are numb, the dentist will inject a local anesthetic that will completely numb the teeth, gums, tongue , and skin in that area. Sometimes nitrous oxide gas will be used to reduce pain and help you relax. The dentist may separate the decayed tooth from the other teeth with a small sheet of rubber on a metal frame. This protective rubber sheet also helps stop liquid and tooth chips from entering your mouth and throat. The dentist will use a drill and other tools to remove the pulp from the tooth and will fill the inside part of the tooth below the gum line with medicines, temporary filling materials, and a final root canal filling. After the root canal, a permanent filling or crown (cap) is often needed. If a crown is needed, the dentist removes the decay and then makes an impression of the tooth. A technician uses the impression to make a crown that perfectly matches the drilled tooth. The tooth may be fitted with a temporary crown until the permanent crown is made and cemented into place. What To Expect After Surgery After a root canal, your lips and gums may remain numb for a few hours until the anesthetic wears off. Later you may have throbbing pain, which you can treat with pain medicines, such as ibuprofen , acetaminophen , or a stronger prescription painkiller. Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all instructions on the label. The pain usually lasts only a day or two. Crowns that seal the top of the tooth and strengthen it may come loose over time. They may need to be repaired, redone, or cemented on again. Why It Is Done A root canal is needed when tooth decay is likely to cause permanent damage to the pulp or has already done so. How Well It Works A root canal removes the pulp inside the tooth and replaces it with filling material. It can effectively treat or prevent an infection. Risks If you have an infected tooth, bacteria from the mouth can enter the bloodstream and cause infections in other parts of the body. People who have a hard time fighting off infections may need to take antibiotics before and after a root canal. Such people include those who have artificial heart valves or were born with heart defects . What To Think About Because a root canal removes the pulp inside the tooth, the tooth becomes more fragile and may break more easily if it is not covered with a crown or cap. A root canal needs to be done as soon as possible to avoid a severe infection, which can damage the bone surrounding the root of the tooth and infect other teeth. If you have a severely decayed or infected tooth, you may not want to go through the expense and discomfort of a root canal and crown fitting. Instead, you may choose to have the tooth removed (extracted). The space can be left open or restored with a fixed or removable bridge . Complete the surgery information form (PDF) (What is a PDF document?) to help you prepare for this surgery. Credits Primary Medical ReviewerSarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Specialist Medical ReviewerSteven K. Patterson, BS, DDS, MPH - Dentistry Current as ofNovember 20, 2015 WebMD Medical Reference from Healthwise This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information.© 1995-2015 Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthw |
On a Monopoly board what colour is Coventry Street | Coventry Street | Monopoly Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Houses cost £150 each Hotel, £150 plus 4 Houses If a player owns ALL the lots of any Color-Group, the rent is Doubled on Unimproved Lots in that group. Coventry Street is a yellow property in the UK version of the classic Monopoly boardgame. It is named after a street in London. |
Which car manufacturer made the Popular in the fifties and sixties | Cars in the 1960s: History, Pictures, Facts & More Cars in the 1960s Cars in the 1960s Cars in the 1960s In my humble opinion, cars from the 1960s are the best. Not too modern, not too old. Just right. Mustang. Camaro. Road Runner. The list goes on and on. Detroit stated 1964 models were designed with serious consideration for the needs & tastes of American women. Women represented over 1 million sales a year. 1965 was called the “the year of the stylist.” Engineering changes took a back seat to changes in overall appearance. The Ford Mustang dominated. 1966 models brought the first front-wheel drive car since 1937. People were shocked that someone would make a car that would pull by its front wheels! Continued improvements were made to electric cars in 1966. Ford showed off a lab model of a sodium-sulfur battery that was 15 times lighter than the average battery. Share your love for Cars in the 1960s To read more about a specific year, click on the plus sign next to the corresponding year below. Cars in 1963 Ford Motor Company’s Ford Division spent an estimated $250-300 million to introduce its 1964 models according to Division President Lee A. Iacocca. The Ford ‘new look,’ generally followed the design of the Thunderbird. The popular Falcon, for example, had the look of the sporty Thunderbird. Cadillac continued to stress comfort and performance. The Cadillac fins, the last remaining fins in the industry, were lowered one-half inch, and the 1964 cars are 1/2 inch longer. Chrysler’s luxury Imperial line, completely redesigned, featured a cleaner, less bulky, sculptured look, resembling the competing Lincoln Continental. Detroit indicated that the 1964 cars were designed with serious consideration for the needs and tastes of American women. Executives acknowledged that women represented at least 1 million sales a year, which was the difference between a good year and a bad one. Auto manufacturers emphasized more horsepower per unit. New engines ranged from 95 HP for the Chevrolet Corvair 500 to a big 360 HP for the Chrysler 300 K. Floor-mounted ‘stick’ transmissions were gaining in popularity. One hand-shifted transmission manufacturers justified the demand on the theory that ‘they make you feel like you are controlling the car.’ Still, Ward’s reported that automatic transmissions were installed on 76.4 % of the 1964 models. Buick featured a new ‘super-turbine’ transmission in some of its 1964 models. Edward D. Rollert, Buick general manager, hailed it as “The greatest advance we’ve made in the automatic transmission. The most important single development in the history of the torque converter.” Cadillac featured a new built-in, combination heating and air conditioning system. All auto makers continued their long warranty periods, with Chrysler’s 50,000-mile five-year warranty, introduced last year, the most generous offer. Twenty-four months or 24,000 miles is the extent of the average warranty in the industry. Two accessories that excited the car buying public were a tiltable steering wheel, which could be adjusted to seven different positions, and a ‘swing-aside’ steering wheel. Seat-belt sales continued to increase and after January 1, 1964, became standard equipment on all cars. Air conditioning units were being installed in an increasing number of cars. They were factory-installed in 17.9% of the 1963 models. Prices of the 1964 models ranged from $1,953 for the Rambler American 220 to $6,434 for the Imperial LeBaron by Chrysler. A special case was Chrysler’s 20-foot Crown Imperial limousine, selling for $18,500. E. M. Estes, Pontiac general manager, said, “There is positive proof that a majority of the buyers today want bigger, more comfortable, more luxuriously appointed cars.’ To illustrate, he cited the 1964 Pontiac Tempest (introduced in 1960 as a compact), which was lengthened to 203 inches, 8.7 inches longer than the 1963 model. Cars in 1964 The US Auto industry was hampered by strikes and parts shortages in 1964 but finished the calendar year with near-record production and sales figures. According to final, |
Where in the body is the scaphoid bone | Scaphoid Fracture of the Wrist-OrthoInfo - AAOS Copyright 2016 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Scaphoid Fracture of the Wrist Information on scaphoid fractures is also available in Spanish: Fractura del hueso escafoides de la muñeca Fractura del hueso escafoides de la muñeca (topic.cfm?topic=A00703). A scaphoid (navicular) fracture is a break in one of the small bones of the wrist. This type of fracture occurs most often after a fall onto an outstretched hand. Symptoms of a scaphoid fracture typically include pain and tenderness in the area just below the base of the thumb. These symptoms may worsen when you try to pinch or grasp something. Treatment for a scaphoid fracture can range from casting to surgery, depending on the fracture's severity and location on the bone. Because portions of the scaphoid have a poor blood supply—and a fracture can further disrupt the flow of blood to the bone—complications with the healing process are common. Anatomy The scaphoid is one of the small carpal bones in the wrist. Reproduced with permission from JF Sarwark, ed: Essentials of Musculoskeletal Care, ed 5. Rosemont, IL, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 2016. The wrist is formed by the two bones of the forearm—the radius and the ulna—and eight small carpal bones. The carpal bones are arranged in two rows at the base of the hand. There are four bones in each row. The scaphoid bone is one of the carpal bones on the thumb side of the wrist, just above the radius. The bone is important for both motion and stability in the wrist joint. The word "scaphoid" comes from the Greek term for "boat." The scaphoid bone resembles a boat with its relatively long, curved shape. The scaphoid bone can most easily be identified when your thumb is held in a "hitch-hiking" position. It is located at the base of the hollow made by the thumb tendons. Often referred to as the "anatomic snuffbox," this area is typically the site of tenderness or pain when a fracture occurs. Photograph and x-ray showing the location of the scaphoid in the wrist. The red arrows indicate the location of the anatomic snuffbox. Top of page Description A scaphoid fracture is usually described by its location within the bone. Most commonly, the scaphoid breaks in its mid-portion, called the "waist." Fractures can also occur at both the proximal and distal ends of the bone. Scaphoid fractures are classified according to the severity of displacement--or how far the pieces of bone have moved out of their normal position: Non-displaced fracture. In this type of fracture, the bone fragments line up correctly. Displaced fracture. In this type of fracture, the bone fragments have moved out of their normal position. There may be gaps between the pieces of bone or fragments may overlap each other. Illustration and x-ray showing a break in the mid-portion, or "waist," of the scaphoid. This is the most common location for a fracture. Reproduced with permission from JF Sarwark, ed: Essentials of Musculoskeletal Care, ed 5. Rosemont, IL, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 2016. Top of page Cause A scaphoid fracture usually occurs when you fall onto an outstretched hand, with your weight landing on your palm. The end of the larger forearm bone (the radius) may also break in this type of fall, depending on the position of the hand on landing. The injury can also happen during sports activities or motor vehicle collisions. Fractures of the scaphoid occur in people of all ages, including children.There are no specific risk factors or diseases that make you more likely to experience a scaphoid fracture. Some studies have shown that using wrist guards during high-energy activities like inline skating and snowboarding can help decrease your chance of breaking a bone around the wrist. Top of page Symptoms Scaphoid fractures usually cause pain and swelling in the anatomic snuffbox and on the thumb side of the wrist. The pain may be severe when you move your thumb or wrist, or |
What is the meaning of the first name Blanche | Blanche - Name Meaning, What does Blanche mean? What does Blanche mean? Blanche [ bl anche] as a girls' name is of Old French and Old German origin, and the meaning of Blanche is " white , pure ". Originally a nickname for a blonde, "blanc". It became associated with whiteness as in purity, and beauty. It was introduced into England as a given name by the Normans. Blanche DuBois is a character in Tennessee William's "A Streetcar Named Desire". Blanche Dahlia (B.D.), .. How popular is Blanche? Blanche is a very prominent first name for women (#321 out of 4276, Top 7%) and also a very prominent last name for all people (#20960 out of 150436, Top 14%). (2000 U.S. Demographics) Blanche was first listed in 1880-1889 and reached its peak rank of #53 in the U.S. then, but is not listed currently. (Top 2000 Names, 2015) Which version is better? with its variant forms and related girl names. Popular variation forms of Blanche are Bianca (#379 via latest list), Blanca (#1783), Blanch and Candida . Usage of these forms of Blanche was more pronounced during the years 1890-1899 (adoption of 0.4%) and is now much reduced. |
You have heard of the Queen of Sheba, in which modern country is Sheba now situated | BBC - History - Ancient History in depth: The Queen Of Sheba Print this page Layers of the legend The Queen of Sheba - an exotic and mysterious woman of power - is immortalised in the world's great religious works, among them the Hebrew Bible and the Muslim Koran. She also appears in Turkish and Persian painting, in Kabbalistic treatises, and in medieval Christian mystical works, where she is viewed as the embodiment of Divine Wisdom and a foreteller of the cult of the Holy Cross. In Africa and Arabia her tale is still told to this day and, indeed, her tale has been told and retold in many lands for nearly 3,000 years. The sources and history of the legend, however, are elusive. Hollywood, too, has fallen under her spell, releasing its own polished epic version of her story in the glossy Solomon and Sheba of 1959. The sources and history of the legend, however, are elusive. No other popular heroine is so celebrated but so puzzling. Trying to ascertain who she may really have been is an arduous task, and a question soon arises. Why, if so little is known about her, has she become such an important figure? The tales of Solomon and the Queen of Sheba have, after all, even provided the founding myths for the modern states of Israel and Ethiopia. Top Jewish legend Ancient trade routes in the Middle East and Europe © Among all the famous story-tellers in the world, along with the Celts, the Greeks and the Indians, the Jews have left one of the greatest legacies. The Bible tales were written down in the late Iron Age and into the period of Persian and Greek rule in the Near East (600-200 BC). They have proved amazingly tenacious and enduring - their extraordinary impact on the history of civilisation due mainly to their importance to the three monotheistic religions. The first appearance of the tale of the Queen of Sheba's visit to King Solomon is a short narrative in the Old Testament. And when the Queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the LORD, she came to prove him with hard questions. And she came to Jerusalem with a very great train, with camels that bore spices, and very much gold, and precious stones: and when she was come to Solomon, she communed with him of all that was in her heart. And King Solomon gave unto the Queen of Sheba all her desire, whatsoever she asked, beside that which Solomon gave her of his royal bounty. So she turned and went to her own country, she and her servants.(I Kings 10 v.1-13) This is a story that so far has proved impossible to verify. But it provides us with just enough hints and clues to be tantalising and mysterious. The 'precious stones', 'spices' and 'incense' that the queen brought as gifts from her homeland must denote a country rich in gems and incense trees. Only a few countries can boast these attributes - countries such as Somalia and Ethiopia in the Horn of Africa, and Oman and Yemen in the southern Arabian Peninsula. So could the land of Sheba have been one of those? And what about the name itself? What evidence is there for a land called Sheba? Top Unpicking the clues Ethiopian and Islamic cultures both share the story of the Queen of Sheba © There are in fact several people called Sheba in the Bible, one is a descendant of Noah's son Shem, and another of his son Ham. But it is also referred to as a place. The Book of Ezekiel (27 v.22-24) tells us that the merchants trading with Tyre came from Sheba and Raamah, and brought with them spices, precious stones and gold - the exact same goods that the Queen of Sheba brought with her when she came to visit Solomon in Jerusalem. And, though historic proof is lacking for the Queen of Sheba herself, there is plenty of textual evidence to support this great kingdom of Saba. But the most popular translation of the Hebrew word 'Sheba' is the Arabic 'Saba' - referring to a great kingdom, the Sabaean kingdom, in what is today Yemen. And, though historic proof is lacking for the Queen of Sheba herself, there is plenty of textual evidence to support this great kingdom of Saba. In Assyrian texts, kings |
What word can be a piece of thread or a long story | Thread | Define Thread at Dictionary.com thread noun 1. a fine cord of flax, cotton, or other fibrous material spun out to considerable length, especially when composed of two or more filaments twisted together. 2. twisted filaments or fibers of any kind used for sewing. 3. one of the lengths of yarn forming the warp or weft of a woven fabric. 4. a filament or fiber of glass or other ductile substance. 5. any of a number of fibers twisted into a yarn. a yarn, especially as enumerated in describing small stuff. 6. something having the fineness or slenderness of a filament, as a thin continuous stream of liquid, a fine line of color, or a thin seam of ore: a thread of smoke. the helical ridge of a screw. 8. that which runs through the whole course of something, connecting successive parts: I lost the thread of the story. 9. something conceived as being spun or continuously drawn out, as the course of life fabled to be spun, measured, and cut by the Fates. 10. Digital Technology. a series of posts and responses on a message board or electronic mailing list that deal with the same subject and are grouped together. 11. to pass the end of a thread through the eye of (a needle). 13. to fix (beads, pearls, etc.) upon a thread that is passed through; string. 14. to pass continuously through the whole course of (something); pervade: A joyous quality threaded the whole symphony. 15. to make one's way through (a narrow passage, forest, crowd, etc.). 16. to make (one's way) thus: He threaded his way through the crowd. 17. to form a thread on or in (a bolt, hole, etc.). 18. to place and arrange thread, yarn, etc., in position on (a sewing machine, loom, textile machine, etc.). 19. to remove (facial hair, especially eyebrow hair) by using a looped and twisted thread to roll over the hair and lift it from the follicles. verb (used without object) to thread one's way, as through a passage or between obstacles: They threaded carefully along the narrow pass. 21. to move in a threadlike course; wind or twine. 22. Cookery. (of boiling syrup) to form a fine thread when poured from a spoon. 23. to remove facial hair, especially from the eyebrows, by using a looped and twisted thread. Origin of thread a fine strand, filament or fibre of some material 2. a fine cord of twisted filaments, esp of cotton, used in sewing, weaving, etc 3. any of the filaments of which a spider's web is made 4. any fine line, stream, mark, or piece: from the air, the path was a thread of white 5. a helical groove in a cylindrical hole (female thread), formed by a tap or lathe tool, or a helical ridge on a cylindrical bar, rod, shank, etc (male thread), formed by a die or lathe tool 6. a very thin seam of coal or vein of ore 7. |
What was the nature of the event at which Jesus turned water into wine | The Miracles of Jesus Christ: Water Into Wine (Part One) The Miracles of Jesus Christ: Water Into Wine (Part One) by Martin G. Collins Forerunner, "Bible Study," November 2006 2006-11-01 The Miracles of Jesus Christ series: More... The first miracle Jesus Christ performs during His ministry is changing water into wine at a marriage feast in Cana ( John 2:1-11 ). When we compare what Christ and Moses each did with water, Jesus' miracle shows the contrast between law and grace. Moses changes water to blood, and Christ changes it into wine. Earlier, in John 1:17 , the apostle John writes, "For the law was given through Moses, [and] grace and truth came through Jesus Christ." Moses' turning of water into blood suggests judgment ( Exodus 7:14-17 ), while Jesus' turning of water into wine implies generosity and joy. In John 3:17 , John comments, "For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world [what the law does to sinners], but that the world through Him might be saved [what grace does for those who repent]." This miracle demonstrates at the earliest possible time that Christ's ministry would be one of grace and truth, as an extension and complement of the Law and the Prophets ( Matthew 5:17-19 ). Jesus had come to fulfill God's law, that is, to teach it and live it as an example of how to apply it to everyday life ( Luke 24:44-45 ). 1. Why is John's statement that this miracle was the "beginning of signs" by Christ so important? John 2:11 . Comment: That we are told that the miracle in Cana is the first Jesus performed discredits the false traditions that He worked miracles during the thirty years before His public ministry. It invalidates the miraculous accounts in the apocryphal gospels, which have been excluded from the Bible because of their contradictions to Scripture and their counterfeit nature. All stories about Christ's alleged miracles done prior to His public ministry are false. 2. Why does Jesus perform His first miracle at a marriage ceremony? John 2:1 . Comment: Jesus heaps great honor on marriage by using such an event to manifest His glory. The apostle Paul writes, "Marriage is honorable among all" ( Hebrews 13:4 ), but society increasingly scorns marriage, a fact clearly seen in rampant premarital sex and divorce upon demand. Like Christ's coming, a wedding is a joyous celebration. Jesus and at least six of His disciples were invited to the wedding, suggesting that the wedding couple were concerned about the character of their guests. As His blessing and presence are essential to marital happiness, Christ must be involved in our marriages. However, those who desire His involvement must invite Him in. Had Jesus not been invited to this wedding, a serious problem would have marred the marriage feast. We can learn that couples in whose marriage Christ is involved have a great advantage in solving problems that arise later. 3. Why was running out of wine a problem? John 2:3 . Comment: Weddings in the ancient Near East included a strong legal side, especially regarding providing the appropriate wedding gift, of which the wedding feast was a part. When the supply of wine failed at this wedding, more than social embarrassment was at stake. The bridegroom and his family could have become financially liable for inadequate wedding provisions. The seriousness of the lack of wine (symbolizing a lack of joy) helps us to appreciate the blessing contained in the miracle Jesus performed ( Ecclesiastes 9:7-9 ). This situation relates to the common problems couples experience in marriage, even among God's people. We cannot always stop problems from developing, but we can overcome them with the help of Christ who dwells in us and therefore within our marriages ( Romans 8:10 ). 4. Why does Jesus rebuke His mother for her seemingly innocent request? John 2:4 . Comment: When Jesus reprimands Mary, calling her "woman" (gunai) rather than "mother" (meter), He implies that He is not conforming to her authority but acting under His Heavenly Father's authority. This statement establishes that Mary, even as His physica |
What name was used by duo Russell Hitchcock and Graham Russell | Air Supply - Biography BIOGRAPHY Graham Russell & Russell Hitchcock met on May 12, 1975, the first day of rehearsals for "Jesus Christ Superstar" in Sydney, Australia; they became instant friends with their common love for The Beatles and, of course, singing. After the shows' performances at 10:30, they would play pizza parlors, coffee bars and night clubs with just one guitar and two voices. They quickly gained a reputation for great harmonies and for original songs that Graham was constantly writing. They made a demo on a cassette of two songs, "Love and Other Bruises" and "If You Knew Me" and took it to every record company in Sydney. Everyone turned it down but one — CBS Records — who admired their unique style. They made a single in one afternoon and it shot to number one on the national charts. Air Supply was born! That same year, they opened for Rod Stewart across Australia and then throughout the U.S. and Canada playing all of the famous huge venues before Rod would take the stage. They found new fans, but did not break the U.S. market. Back in Australia they had to start again and made a record called Life Support. On this record were some treasures of songs, including "Lost in Love" which went Top 10 in Australia and somehow found its way to music industry executive Clive Davis in New York. Clive immediately signed Air Supply to Arista Records and in 1980, "Lost in Love" became the fastest selling single in the world, leaping to the top of all of the charts. Now Air Supply was on their way. The second single was "All Out of Love," and that went up the charts even quicker. Seven top-five singles later, Air Supply at that time had equaled The Beatles' run of consecutive top five singles. The albums Lost in Love, The One That You Love, Now & Forever, and The Greatest Hits sold in excess of 20 million copies. "Lost in Love" was named Song of the Year in 1980, and, with the other singles, sold more than 10 million copies. The trademark sound of Russell Hitchcock's soaring tenor voice and Graham Russell's simple yet majestic songs created a unique sound that would forever be known as Air Supply. However, it is the live shows that always hold audiences captive around the world. They were the first Western group to tour China, Taiwan, and countless other countries that before would not allow pop music across their borders. In 1983 they recorded "Making Love Out Of Nothing At All" by Jim Steinman which solidified the group as a permanent force in modern music. This song was released on The Greatest Hits album which soared past 7 million copies. "Lost in Love", "All Out of Love", "The One That You Love", "Sweet Dreams", and "Making Love Out Of Nothing At All" have each achieved multi-million plays on the radio. In 1986 the group's music was still playing endlessly on radio. That same year, Graham was married to actress Jodi Varble from Rochelle, Illinois, who also was his leading lady in the video for "Making Love Out Of Nothing At All." Air Supply began to tour with lavish productions in places that no one had been before. In South America and Asia they became a part of everyone's life. In 1988, Air Supply was asked to participate in Australia's bicentennial celebration and to play for HRH Prince Charles and HRH Princess Diana, where they learned both were already ardent fans. This engagement would be one of their most treasured moments in their career. In 1989, they recorded "The Earth Is" album selling over a million copies outside of the U.S. This album was followed by "The Vanishing Race" CD and, with the singles "Goodbye" and "It's Never Too Late", again saw multi-platinum success. The following albums, "News from Nowhere", "Yours Truly", and "Across the Concrete Sky" all gave their second greatest hits album multi-platinum status as they traveled the world each and every year. In 2000, a new production company was founded to be devoted to Air Supply's entire future product, called A Nice Pear, which gave them complete creative control. In July 2005, their live DVD, "It Was 30 Years Ago Today" celebrated 30 years o |
From which film does the following quote come: I love the smell of napalm in the morning | Apocalypse Now (1979) - Quotes - IMDb Apocalypse Now (1979) Kilgore : Napalm, son. Nothing else in the world smells like that. [kneels] Kilgore : I love the smell of napalm in the morning. You know, one time we had a hill bombed, for 12 hours. When it was all over, I walked up. We didn't find one of 'em, not one stinkin' dink body. The smell, you know that gasoline smell, the whole hill. Smelled like [sniffing, pondering] Kilgore : victory. Someday this war's gonna end... [suddenly walks off] Share this: Facebook | Twitter | Permalink Hide options Kurtz : I've seen horrors... horrors that you've seen. But you have no right to call me a murderer. You have a right to kill me. You have a right to do that... but you have no right to judge me. It's impossible for words to describe what is necessary to those who do not know what horror means. Horror... Horror has a face... and you must make a friend of horror. Horror and moral terror are your friends. If they are not, then they are enemies to be feared. They are truly enemies! I remember when I was with Special Forces... seems a thousand centuries ago. We went into a camp to inoculate some children. We left the camp after we had inoculated the children for polio, and this old man came running after us and he was crying. He couldn't see. We went back there, and they had come and hacked off every inoculated arm. There they were in a pile. A pile of little arms. And I remember... I... I... I cried, I wept like some grandmother. I wanted to tear my teeth out; I didn't know what I wanted to do! And I want to remember it. I never want to forget it... I never want to forget. And then I realized... like I was shot... like I was shot with a diamond... a diamond bullet right through my forehead. And I thought, my God... the genius of that! The genius! The will to do that! Perfect, genuine, complete, crystalline, pure. And then I realized they were stronger than we, because they could stand that these were not monsters, these were men... trained cadres. These men who fought with their hearts, who had families, who had children, who were filled with love... but they had the strength... the strength... to do that. If I had ten divisions of those men, our troubles here would be over very quickly. You have to have men who are moral... and at the same time who are able to utilize their primordial instincts to kill without feeling... without passion... without judgment... without judgment! Because it's judgment that defeats us. Share this: Facebook | Twitter | Permalink Hide options [first lines] Willard : [voiceover] Saigon... shit; I'm still only in Saigon... Every time I think I'm gonna wake up back in the jungle. Willard : When I was home after my first tour, it was worse. [grabs at flying insect] Willard : I'd wake up and there'd be nothing. I hardly said a word to my wife, until I said "yes" to a divorce. When I was here, I wanted to be there; when I was there, all I could think of was getting back into the jungle. I'm here a week now... waiting for a mission... getting softer. Every minute I stay in this room, I get weaker, and every minute Charlie squats in the bush, he gets stronger. Each time I looked around the walls moved in a little tighter. Share this: Facebook | Twitter | Permalink Hide options Willard : Could we, uh... talk to Colonel Kurtz? Photojournalist : Hey, man, you don't talk to the Colonel. You listen to him. The man's enlarged my mind. He's a poet warrior in the classic sense. I mean sometimes he'll... uh... well, you'll say "hello" to him, right? And he'll just walk right by you. He won't even notice you. And suddenly he'll grab you, and he'll throw you in a corner, and he'll say, "Do you know that 'if' is the middle word in life? If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs and blaming it on you, if you can trust yourself when all men doubt you"... I mean I'm... no, I can't... I'm a little man, I'm a little man, he's... he's a great man! I should have been a pair of ragged claws scuttling across floors of silent seas... Share this: Face |
What is the record winning margin in an English football league game | What are the highest and lowest championship-winning points totals ever? | Football | The Guardian The Knowledge What are the highest and lowest championship-winning points totals ever? Plus: the most goals in one league campaign; England players whose surnames end with 'O'. And when did Man Utd last draw three games 0-0 in a row? Email [email protected] John Salako of Brentford and... England? Neil Welch and Daniella Matar Wednesday 19 January 2005 06.20 EST First published on Wednesday 19 January 2005 06.20 EST Share on Messenger Close "What is lowest number of points (with adjustments for three points for a win) that the winners of the top division in England have ever amassed? And what's the highest?." asks Paul Smith. The Chelsea team of 1954-55 - their only title-winning side to date - take the lowest points honours, topping the first division with an average of 1.71 points per game, the lowest ratio ever. Out of 42 games, they won 20, drew 12 and lost 10: in the current climate (three points for a win; 38 games), Chelsea would have got 65 points. Interestingly, that total would have put them fourth last season, fifth the year before, and sixth in 2001-02. Joint second place goes to the 1928-29 Sheffield Wednesday and 1937-38 Arsenal teams, who averaged a paltry 1.74 points per game. They won 21, drew 10 and lost 11. Curiously, all three of these teams played the same number of games and totalled the same amount of points. However, Chelsea won one game less and drew two more. This meant that when we adjusted the points awarded for a win, they ended up with one less point. At the other end of the scale lie Preston North End's Invincibles of 1888-89, the Football League's first-ever season. They were unbeaten all year, winning 18 of their 22 games. Adjusted for three-points for a win and 38 games played etc, their 2.64 points per game tally would give them a princely total of 100 points for a 38 game season. That record could bite the dust this season, however. If Chelsea win their last 15 games - would you bet against them? - they will end up with 103 points. Two title-winning campaigns: one in their 50th year, one in their 100th; one with a record points total, one with a record low. You can't argue with the seductive appeal of the symmetry. GOALS GALORE "What is the most goals ever scored in a league campaign?" wonders Alistair Frame. "Are Gretna in the Scottish Third Division in with a shout of beating it, due to their fantastic first half of the season?" The record, in Britain, is held by Peterborough United. In the 1960-61 season, in the old Fourth Division, they scored 134 goals in 46 games - that's 2.91 goals per game. However, Aston Villa's team of 1930-31 hold the record for highest average-goals-per-game ratio. They scored 128 goals in 42 top-flight games, including a mind-boggling 86 in 21 games: overall, they scored 3.04 goals in every game. And they didn't even win the league: Arsenal, who scored just one goal less, finished seven points clear. This season, Gretna have scored 74 goals in only 21 matches in the Scottish Third Division. That equates to 3.52 goals per game. It looks like they may be set to break all records. KNOWLEDGE ARCHIVE "I drunkenly challenged my mates in the pub to name five players that have played for England whose surname ends in 'o'," wrote Matthew Szabo, many, many moons ago. "However, in my inebriated state I had forgotten the answer and to this day cannot remember. If I can counter my friends claims that I am a useless alcoholic oaf by providing the answer, I will probably look dead clever. Can you help me?" You're very nearly right, Matto, although whether the following information will help you counter claims of being a useless alcoholic oaf is another matter. You did get all boozed up and forget the point you were trying to make, after all. But if we can help you repair some of the damage, we will. Bristol City striker John Atyeo was the first player with a surname ending in 'o' to pull an England shirt on: he did so six times between 1956 and 1957. Chelsea's Ken Sh |
In which children's comic did Keyhole Kate originally appear | Lew Stringer Comics: Return of the original Keyhole Kate Monday, 8 September 2014 Return of the original Keyhole Kate In a story I did for The Dandy Annual 2015, now on sale, today's Keyhole Kate travels back in time to 1937 to encounter her ancestor... the original Keyhole Kate. It's one chapter in a three-part time travel story within the book, which I hope will appeal to Dandy fans old and new. I noticed today that WH Smith currently have a special offer on annuals, - buy one, get another for £1, so this is the time to get 'em! Posted by |
What is the name of Martha Reeves backing group | Martha Reeves | New Music And Songs | Martha Reeves About Martha Reeves Motown's brightest female star after Diana Ross, Martha Reeves was the earthy, gospel-infused counterpart to her rival Ross' uptown sophistication. With her backing group, the Vandellas, Reeves cut some of the brightest, most infectiously danceable R&B of her time. Unfortunately, she didn't fare as well after leaving Motown for a solo career in the '70s, and although she continued to perform for quite sometime, it was mostly on the oldies circuit, looking back over her past glories. Reeves was born in Eufaula, AL, on July 18, 1941, and before she was even a year old, her family moved to Detroit. As a child, she sang in her grandfather's church and in school, and continued her vocal training through high school. After graduating in 1959, she joined a girl group called the Fascinations, and the following year co-founded the Del-Phis, whose membership included the future Vandellas. They cut a flop single for a Chess subsidiary in 1961; the same year, Reeves won a talent contest as a solo act and got a nightclub engagement performing as Martha LaVaille. There she was noticed by Motown exec William "Mickey" Stevenson, who invited her to stop by the label's offices. Reeves wasn't able to land an audition right away, but did parlay her visit into a secretarial job in the A&R department. She caught a lucky break when backup singers were needed for a recording session as quickly as possible, and so the Del-Phis wound up supporting Marvin Gaye on his first hit, 1962's "Stubborn Kind of Fellow." Stevenson was impressed enough to record a Del-Phis (renamed the Vels) single, "You'll Never Cherish a Love So True ('Til You Lose It)," and released it on Motown's Mel-O-Dy subsidiary. One day, Mary Wells failed to show up for a recording session, and musicians' union rules demanded that a lead vocalist be present on the mic -- so secretary Reeves was hastily tapped to sing "I'll Have to Let Him Go." That song went on to become the first single credited to the newly renamed Martha & the Vandellas in 1963; their second single, the ballad "Come and Get These Memories," reached the R&B Top Five. The rest, of course, was history. Martha & the Vandellas racked up an impressive slate of Motown classics that included the Top Five smashes "(Love Is Like A) Heat Wave" and "Dancing in the Street," plus "Nowhere to Run," "I'm Ready for Love," "Jimmy Mack," and "Honey Chile," all of which made the R&B Top Five. Despite the occasional personnel turnover, and the fact that rivals the Supremes had become Motown's female group of choice, Martha & the Vandellas' run of success continued through 1967. Unfortunately, feeling the pressure to keep up, Reeves developed an addiction to prescription drugs, and in 1968 a bad acid trip prefigured a nervous breakdown that slowed the Vandellas' momentum even further. Although they continued to perform and record for several more years, they never matched the success of old and disbanded in December 1972 after a farewell concert in Detroit. Meanwhile, Motown decided to transfer its offices from Detroit to Los Angeles. Reeves adamantly refused to move along with them and sued for release from her contract; she eventually won her independence and signed with MCA as a solo artist. She entered the studio with producer Richard Perry and a top session cast, and cut a monstrously expensive album that mixed rock, pop, and R&B covers, both vintage and contemporary. Martha Reeves was released in 1974 and sold very disappointingly, especially given its cost. Reeves sank deeper into a host of personal problems until she finally cleaned up and became a born-again Baptist in 1977. That year, she signed with Arista for The Rest of My Life, which blended '60s soul with disco-era production; once again, it sold poorly, and Reeves moved to Fantasy for 1978's even more disco-oriented We Meet Again, which featured four of her own compositions. After 1980's Gotta Keep Moving, Reeves gave up the ghost on her solo career. She spent the early '80s working on various Moto |
The headquarters of the International Ice Hockey Federation is in which European city | Champions Hockey League Champions Hockey League Past winners Champions Hockey League The Champions Hockey League was introduced for the 2008/2009 season with champions and top teams from seven European countries. The ZSC Lions Zurich (Switzerland) won the first edition in an exciting home-and-away final against Metallurg Magnitogorsk (Russia). Click here for the 2008/2009 season. Due to the global financial crisis the competition was not played after that season but has been reintroduced for the 2014/2015 season under a new structure. The Champions Hockey League is operated by a new shareholder company in Zurich owned by the IIHF, six founding domestic leagues (Austria, Czech Republic, Finland, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland) and 26 founding clubs from those leagues. Additional teams from these countries as well as from France, Denmark, Great Britain, Italy, Norway and Slovakia participate in the inaugural season that includes 44 teams. The various stakeholders are represented in the CHL Executive Board that includes IIHF Vice President Kalervo Kummola as representative of the International Ice Hockey Federation. The Champions Hockey League uses infrastructural synergies with the International Ice Hockey Federation with its offices located at the headquarters of the IIHF and the use of the IIHF’s statistical system Hydra. The commercial partner of the CHL is Infront Sports & Media. For more information and updates please visit www.championshockeyleague.net . |
Who was Arthur Scargill's predecessor as President of the NUM | Arthur Scargill ordered to pay rent as he loses fight to have union pay for London flat for life | The Independent Arthur Scargill ordered to pay rent as he loses fight to have union pay for London flat for life Former NUM president: 'To any independent observer this is another judgment with the anti-Scargill feeling to it' Friday 21 December 2012 17:44 BST Click to follow Indy Politics Former National Union of Mineworkers president Arthur Scargill PA The legal battle has raged for years, but finally the former National Union of Mineworkers leader Arthur Scargill, will have to start paying his own London rent. At the High Court, Mr Justice Underhill said the NUM was no longer obliged to meet the £34,000 annual bill for the £1.5m three-bedroom flat in the Barbican. Mr Scargill has occupied the apartment, rented from the Corporation of London, since June 1982. He retired in 2002. At the heart of the matter were the precise details agreed at a meeting of the union’s national executive committee in 1982. It was customary for retired union leaders to have a house effectively bought for them near the union’s London office, to be used not only while in office, but after retirement as well. But Mr Scargill also had a mortgage paid for him by the NUM on a house in Yorkshire and it was also known at the time of his election that the union was likely to be moving its headquarters outside London, which it duly did. When Mr Scargill first occupied the flat the NUM numbered several hundred thousand members. Now it has less than 2,000, all of whom are paying around £20 a year for their former leader’s housing. The rent and associated expenses were paid by the union until 2011, except for a period between 1985 and 1991 when Mr Scargill met them. The NUM’s counsel, Nicholas Davidson QC, had argued the case was not about whether anyone thought any particular obligation ought to exist, but whether it did exist, based on documents dating back 30 years and the identification of what terms were agreed between duly authorised representatives of the NUM and Mr Scargill. The former leader’s counsel, Timothy Pitt-Payne QC, argued that his client was entitled to the retirement benefits under the terms of his successive contracts of employment with the NUM. The union also successfully disputed Mr Scargill’s fuel allowance at his Barnsley cottage and payment for the preparation of his annual tax return, but not the cost of the security system at the cottage. The judge said Mr Scargill’s predecessors had enjoyed the “very generous benefit” of having houses in or near London bought for them by the union, adding that they were also allowed to occupy the properties after retiring at a very low rent, or to buy them at a “very reduced price”. But Mr Scargill had not taken up the benefit when it appeared in his first contract in 1982, although the union’s national executive committee had agreed to pay the rent and other expenses on his Barbican flat, which was near the NUM’s London HQ. The judge rejected Scargill’s claims that the union’s payment of the rent on the flat was intended to replace the benefit his predecessors had enjoyed, and was, therefore, a lifetime benefit. The judge said the claim was not reflected in the original minutes of the NEC, was not backed up by the contract Scargill signed and pointed out that the union had continued to subsidise the mortgage on his Yorkshire home. After the ruling, the NUM general secretary, Chris Kitchen, said it was “regrettable” that it had had to bring the case. Previously he has said that the NUM merely wished to establish whether it was liable to continue making the payments, and if it was, it would do so. The NUM was also concerned that it may be expected to continue paying rent for any widow he might leave. Mr Scargill’s long-term companion is his former press officer, Nell Myers, now in her sixties. Speaking outside court, Mr Scargill, now aged 74, told reporters he would have to talk to his lawyers before deciding whether to launch an appeal. “There can be no doubt that 30 years ago I was given an e |
How many species of tarantula actually possess bites which are fatal to humans | Tarantulas Dangerousness Tarantulas Dangerousness by Christophe Lallier Although people seem more and more interested in spiders, as we see arachnology societies emerging with new subscribers, spiders still suffer from their bad reputation. One of the main reasons is merely that we have not yet collected enough informations on them, and especially on their venomous functions. Of course we are able to identify the most dangerous species which may involve (only in a few cases!) a fatal result to humans (Latrodectus, Atrax, Phoneutri), but there is a lack of knowledge on the Theraphosidae family, commonly named Tarantula family. There are approximately 800 to 1000 species of tarantulas, and none of its members are known to be deadly to humans. But on the other hand, all of them seem to have an efficient venom against vertebrates. Most of the species located in the south and central America area have a less active venom. This is related to the fact that they have a more dissuasive means of defence, constituted by urticating hairs which are located on a precise area of the abdomen. When the spider is attacked or merely disturbed, it "bombards ", meaning that it rubs its rear legs on the abdomen, releasing urticating hairs in the air. They have a real dissuasive effect when contacting your eyes, and may also involve a respiratory allergic response. They may enter into the skin, inflicting wounds on the area affected. With time, the wounds can become more serious. Necrosis and swelling may occur. All those symptoms and pain intensity depend on the efficiency of urticating hairs, depending itself on the species (Avicularia urticans, for example). That is why it is generally advised those species must be handled carefully and hands must be cleaned with soap after handling to avoid any allergens. Asian and African species seem to have a more efficient venom, which may be related to the fact they have no urticating hairs on the body. Although no human death have been reported as resulting from a Theraphosidae bite, some genus may be classified as really dangerous for human. Efficiency of venom may not be related to aggressiveness. When looking at reports dealing with accidents inflicted to amateurs, an empirical classification may be compiled. The most dangerous genus are : - Poecilotheria (India, Sri Lanka). |
The traditional Queen of Puddings dessert typically comprises a bread/egg/jam base topped with what | 2017-01-19T20:18:46.389+00:00 Olive Oil Brownies with Strawberry Puree <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jltZjHov5sQ/WHuFlCxz75I/AAAAAAAAcNw/YQE9H91sbKos0yOaT_kecGVjE3crmKOJQCLcB/s1600/No%2BAdded%2BSugar%2BOlive%2BOil%2BBrownies%2B5.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Chocolate brownies made with olive oil and sweetened with strawberry puree" border="0" height="900" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jltZjHov5sQ/WHuFlCxz75I/AAAAAAAAcNw/YQE9H91sbKos0yOaT_kecGVjE3crmKOJQCLcB/s640/No%2BAdded%2BSugar%2BOlive%2BOil%2BBrownies%2B5.JPG" title="Olive Oil Brownies with Strawberry Puree" width="600" /></a></div><br />These are my healthier take on brownies. Actually they are my second version of healthier brownies, as I had made a <a href="http://www.cakeyboi.com/2015/01/healthier-blender-brownies.html" target="_blank">blender version</a> a couple of years back.<br /><br />They contained dates and coconut butter. These ones are slightly different in that the fat comes from olive oil and the sweetness is from pureed strawberries and some stevia sweetener.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SsTbUy0Xq-M/WHuH7yvSWAI/AAAAAAAAcOM/j9emSsFuLBcVf5gSd8IKrSoVjAi4LoYigCLcB/s1600/No%2BAdded%2BSugar%2BOlive%2BOil%2BBrownies%2B4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Chocolate brownies made with olive oil and sweetened with strawberry puree" border="0" height="318" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SsTbUy0Xq-M/WHuH7yvSWAI/AAAAAAAAcOM/j9emSsFuLBcVf5gSd8IKrSoVjAi4LoYigCLcB/s640/No%2BAdded%2BSugar%2BOlive%2BOil%2BBrownies%2B4.jpg" title="Olive Oil Brownies with Strawberry Puree" width="640" /></a></div><br />These are quite a chocolatey tasting brownie, which I know may be a strange thing to say about chocolate brownies, but what I mean is they are not too sweet and taste more of earthy cocoa. The olive oil adds another earthy element too, making them overall a dessert more suited to adult palates.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3ksh_imCXvo/WHuIJND7vGI/AAAAAAAAcOU/ZKT8rfOiZXU1aX22djvz8svvMF-_pb_-gCLcB/s1600/No%2BAdded%2BSugar%2BOlive%2BOil%2BBrownies%2B2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Chocolate brownies made with olive oil and sweetened with strawberry puree" border="0" height="900" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3ksh_imCXvo/WHuIJND7vGI/AAAAAAAAcOU/ZKT8rfOiZXU1aX22djvz8svvMF-_pb_-gCLcB/s640/No%2BAdded%2BSugar%2BOlive%2BOil%2BBrownies%2B2.JPG" title="Olive Oil Brownies with Strawberry Puree" width="600" /></a></div><br /><br />If you don't have too sweet a tooth, then these will be perfect for you. But if you do, they would be great served warm with some sweet ice cream or frozen yoghurt.<br /><br />So we have brownies with no refined sugars, just blitzed strawberries (which you don't taste in the final dish) and some stevia natural sweetener. And of course the olive oil is a slightly healthier fat to incorporate.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xKU1BDfrMg0/WHuIChHdF5I/AAAAAAAAcOQ/AQDYt7Xu1fsiLo6i3UXycbt52M56xAIcgCLcB/s1600/No%2BAdded%2BSugar%2BOlive%2BOil%2BBrownies%2B3.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Chocolate brownies made with olive oil and sweetened with strawberry puree" border="0" height="900" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xKU1BDfrMg0/WHuIChHdF5I/AAAAAAAAcOQ/AQDYt7Xu1fsiLo6i3UXycbt52M56xAIcgCLcB/s640/No%2BAdded%2BSugar%2BOlive%2BOil%2BBrownies%2B3.JPG" title="Olive Oil Brownies with Strawberry Puree" width="600" /></a></div><br /><br />When choosing an olive oil, go for one which isn't too strongly flavoured as the taste will definitely come through. At the bottom of the post is an infographic, provided by <b>Jamie's Italian</b>, which may just help in your buying of the product and dec |
In Greek mythology what was Hebe the goddess of | Hebe Hebe See More Hebe Pictures > Hebe was the goddess of youth, daughter of Zeus and Hera . She served nectar and ambrosia to the Olympians and later married Heracles , with whom she had two children, Alexiares and Anicetus. Her name comes from the Greek word for youth, and it was believed that she had the ability to restore youth. When Iolaus, Heracles ' charioteer, was about to fight against Eurystheus , he asked Hebe to become young again for one day. Hebe was reluctant initially, but Themis , the goddess of justice, told her that it would be fair to do it. Thus, Iolaus' wish was granted and he emerged victorious. She lost her job as a cupbearer of the gods, when she tripped and her dress came undone, thus exposing her breasts. Apollo fired her and she was replaced by Ganymede , Zeus ' lover and protege. Hebe Is also called Juventas, Ganymeda. |
Which motor manufacturer made the Zephyr in the sixties | Ford Zephyr | Classic Cars Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia [ show ] Ford Zephyr History The Mark I Ford Consul and Zephyr models were first displayed at the Earl's Court motor show in 1950. They were the first to use in mass production the MacPherson Strut independent front suspension which is still widely used today. Production began with the Consul on January 1, 1951. The Mark I model ran until 1956. From April 1956 the Mark II Consul, Zephyr and Zodiac went on sale and were known as the Three Graces. The Mark II range was a big seller and finished its run in 1962 when from April that year the Mark III Zephyr 4, Zephyr 6 and Zodiac went on sale; the Consul name was dropped, the car's place in the Ford UK line-up being filled by the first four-cylinder Ford Zephyr. While the Mark II Zephyr and Zodiacs had shared the same body (the Consul had shorter front guards and bulkhead), the new Zodiac and Zephyrs launched in 1962 shared few body panels. With the Mark III, Ford finally sorted out problems that had beset previous models (Mark I axles and Mark II gearboxes were particular weaknesses) and the Mark III proved to be the most popular and durable of the range (it is said that possibly no other UK-based car had undergone as much pre-production testing). The model sold at a rate equal to or better than the Mark II both in the UK and overseas, but was in production for a shorter time. During the last months of production, an up-market Executive version was added to the Mark III range, and examples of these are today highly sought after. The Mk III range was discontinued in January 1966 (many believe prematurely given the cars' success) and the completely new Zephyr / Zodiac Mark IV range was released in April 1966. This car was somewhat ahead of its time with a design that anticipated the later Consul/Granada range with V-engines and independent rear suspension, but the research and development of the model was very rushed and this unfortunately reflected in its durability. Although the Ford Zephyr never saw American production, a very limited amount were imported into the US and the name itself has appeared on other American Ford-related cars. The first use of the Zephyr moniker was in 1936 with the Lincoln-Zephyr a smaller companion to the full sized Lincoln sedan sold at the time, followed in the early 1980s with the Mercury Zephyr, an upscale version of the Ford Fairmont, and the Lincoln Zephyr was resurrected began its second production run in 2006 with the name changed to the Lincoln MKZ. Mark I Zephyr Six (or Zephyr Mark I) Model number EOTA The first of the Zephyr range was a lengthened version of the four-cylinder 1,508 cc (92 cu in) Consul, with a 2,262 cc (138 cu in) six-cylinder engine producing 68 bhp (51 kW). It had MacPherson Strut independent front suspension and a live axle with half-elliptic springs at the rear. The car could reach just over 80 mph (130 km/h) and 23 mpg. The Ford Zephyr Six was available with 4-door saloon, estate and 2-door convertible bodies. The convertible version was made by Carbodies and had a power-operated hood; the estate car was by Abbotts of Farnham and was sold as the Farnham. The car was a success not only in the market place but also in competition. In 1953 a Ford Zephyr Six driven by Maurice Gatsonides won the Monte Carlo rally, pushing a Jaguar Mark VII into second place in the process. Two years later a Ford Zephyr Six driven by Vic Preston with D P Marwaha achieved an outright win in the East African Safari Rally. A saloon tested by The Motor magazine in 1951 had a top speed of 79.8 mph (128.4 km/h) and could accelerate from 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in just 20.2 seconds. A fuel consumption of 23.7 miles per imperial gallon (11.9 L/100 km; 19.7 mpg-US) was recorded. The test car cost £842 including taxes but was fitted with optional leather trim, heater and radio (the basic car cost £842). Zephyr Zodiac (or Zodiac Mark I) Model number EOTTA The Zephyr Zodiac (or Zodiac Mark I) was an upmarket version of the Zephyr launched at the London Motor Show in autumn 1953. It had two-tone |
Which monarch knighted Sir Francis Drake | Sir Francis Drake facts, information, pictures | Encyclopedia.com articles about Sir Francis Drake COPYRIGHT 2004 The Gale Group Inc. Sir Francis Drake The English navigator Sir Francis Drake (ca. 1541-1596) was the first of his countrymen to circumnavigate the globe. His daring exploits at sea helped to establish England's naval supremacy over Spain and other European nations. Francis Drake, the eldest son of a yeoman farmer, was born near Tavistock, Devonshire. His father later became a Calvinist lay preacher and raised his children as staunch Protestants. Young Drake received some education; he learned the rudiments of navigation and seaman-ship early and did some sailing near his home. The Drakes were related to the Hawkins family of Plymouth, well-to-do seamen and shipowners. The Hawkins connection got Drake a place on a 1566 slave-trading expedition to the Cape Verde Islands and the Spanish Main. First Command In 1567 John Hawkins made Drake an officer in a larger slave-trading expedition. Drake ultimately received command of one of Hawkins's ships, the Judith, and accompanied his relative to Africa, Rio de la Hacha, and Santa Marta, where Hawkins disposed of the slaves. The English were caught, however, in the harbor of San Juan de Ulúa by a Spanish fleet that opened fire without warning and destroyed most of their ships. Only Drake's Judith and Hawkins's small vessel escaped to England. Embittered by this, Drake resolved to devote his life to war against Spain. Elizabeth I of England and Philip II of Spain were not at war then, but grievances were steadily mounting. The Queen declined to offend Philip and would not allow Hawkins to go to sea again immediately, but she had no objections to a voyage by the obscure Drake. In 1569 Drake had married Mary Newman of Plymouth, but finding domesticity dull, he departed in 1570 for the Spanish Main with a small crew aboard the 25-ton Susan. He hoped to learn how the Spaniards arranged for shipping Peruvian treasure home, and he felt that the ports of Panama City and Nombre de Dios on the Isthmus of Panama were the key. His 1570 voyage was largely one of reconnaissance during which he made friends with the Cimaroons, who were escaped slaves dwelling out of Spanish reach on the Isthmus and stood ready to help him. During a 1571 expedition he captured Nombre de Dios with Cimaroon help but lost it immediately when, wounded, he had to be carried to safety. After depredations off Cartagena, he intercepted a Spanish gold train near Nombre de Dios and returned to England with the bounty. His arrival embarrassed the Queen, who still hoped for peace with Spain, and Drake evidently received a broad hint to leave the country temporarily. He is known to have served in Ireland with the Earl of Essex, who was trying to crush a rebellion in Ulster. By 1576 relations with Spain had worsened, and Drake returned to England, where a new expedition was being planned in which Elizabeth had a financial share. Drake's main instructions were to sail through the Strait of Magellan and probe for the shores of Terra Australis Incognita, the great southern continent that many thought began with Tierra del Fuego. Drake received five ships, the largest being the Pelican (later named the Golden Hind), and a crew of about 160. Adventures on the Golden Hind The fleet left Plymouth in December 1577 for the southern Atlantic, stopping at Port San Julián for the Southern Hemisphere winter. Ferdinand Magellan had once crushed a mutiny there, and Drake did the same. He tried and executed Thomas Doughty, an aristocratic member of the expedition, who had intrigued against him in an attempt to foment a rebellion. When Drake passed through the strait and entered the Pacific, only the Golden Hind remained; the other ships had been lost or had parted company. Contrary winds forced him southward, and he perhaps sighted Cape Horn; in any event, he realized that the two oceans came together and that Terra Australis would not be found there. He traveled along the coasts of Chile and Peru, capturing and destroying Spanis |
Which singer/actresso played Karen Silkwood's lesbian lodger in the film Silkwood | Silkwood DVD with Meryl Streep, Kurt Russell, Cher (R) +Movie Reviews Scary Movie - But It Gets Worse... Kelly A. Garbato | Kearney, MO | 10/18/2003 (5 out of 5 stars) "Based on the true story of Karen Silkwood, a worker at Kerr-McGee's Cimarron nuclear plant who was contaminated with plutonium on several occasions and later died under suspicious circumstances, "Silkwood" was panned by some critics who questioned its accuracy. The film clearly implies that Silkwood was murdered because she was about to expose safety violations at her plant; en route to her late-night meeting with a New York Times reporter, she was run off of the road.While the movie does deviate from the facts in some instances, it is largely faithful to the important details of the Silkwood case. Richard Rashke's "Who Killed Karen Silkwood" (1981, 2000) - written after Silkwood's parents pursued (and won) a civil case against K-M and based on court documents - presents ample evidence that Silkwood was indeed deliberately contaminated with plutonium and was murdered just days later. In fact, the film doesn't even address the most serious accusations - that Silkwood was part of a larger conspiracy that involved a number of state and federal agencies, that she was spied on by both K-M and the FBI, and that she may have stumbled across an international plutonium smuggling ring.As a documentary, "Silkwood" does an acceptable job of outlining Silkwood's murder and the events leading up to it. Some of the dramatizations are disappointing but understandable. The lesbian storyline involving Silkwood's roommate Dolly (played by a refreshingly unglamorous Cher) struck me as silly and extraneous, particularly since, in real life, Silkwood's roommate was merely an acquaintance (not a good friend), and Silkwood was the one suspected of being a lesbian.Nonetheless, as a drama, "Silkwood" certainly deserved its five Academy Award nominations. The actors all give convincing performances, especially Meryl Streep as Silkwood and Kurt Russell as Silkwood's on-again, off-again boyfriend, Drew Stephens. The movie is a chilling piece of work that will haunt you long after it's over. Especially creepy are the decontamination scenes. Yet, for those who decide to delve deeper into the Silkwood saga, the story only gets scarier..." Meryl Streep is Electrifying! scott a kennedy | Fremont, CA | 11/27/1999 (5 out of 5 stars) "Meryl Streep earned her third Best Actress Oscar nomination in a row with her powerful and sobering portrayal of the real-life Karen Silkwood. The filmmakers took liberties in retelling the story, but Streep, Kurt Russell and Cher are simply fantastic. If you love well made drama with real performances from stars as well as supporting characters this is a must see. And if you love Streep, there is no choice, you must own this! She'll blow you away!" You can't go wrong with Meryl Streep and Mike Nichols. Kelly A. Garbato | 09/29/1999 (5 out of 5 stars) "Mike Nichols is one of the best directors in Hollywood history ("The Graduate", "Working Girl"), and Meryl Streep is the greatest there ever was and there ever will be ("Sophie's Choice", "One True Thing", "Kramer vs. Kramer".) I don't think anyone needs convincing to view this film. The film is based on a true story, and the subject matter it deals with is very important. Karen Silkwood's bravery and courage gives you hope, even though you know the film will end tragically(if you know who Karen Silkwood was). The film is horrifying to the viewer, if the viewer allows him/herself to relate to the situation and the characters. Cher is great as Silkwood's gay roomate. Streep can make you cry and make you laugh, but what a lot of people don't know is that she can also sing. She sings "Amazing Grace" so well. Mike Nichols has a way of engaging his viewers, that is so mysterious and great." As seen through the eyes of a nuclear chemist: scott a kennedy | 03/21/2002 (5 out of 5 stars) "I saw this movie while I was doing chemistry research with nuclear waste at one of several nationa |
Who was kidnapped from the Colby's by a UFO and later turned up in Dynasty | Emma Samms The Colbys Fallon abducted by UFO - YouTube Emma Samms The Colbys Fallon abducted by UFO 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 Oct 12, 2006 clip of The Colby's finale where Fallon is abducted by aliens! This is purely for FAN entertainment. (Please don't post comments if you have negative things to say about The Colby's, or Emma Samms, the comments will not be approved.) Category |
What colour does copper give to a firework | How Do Fireworks Get Their Colors? | Mental Floss How Do Fireworks Get Their Colors? iStock Like us on Facebook It’s all about chemistry. Inside an “aerial shell” firework that gets launched into the sky, there’s a “bursting charge,” black powder (aka gunpowder) or a black powder substitute and a bunch of small pellets called “pyrotechnic stars.” The stars are made up of a fuel, an oxidizer, a finely ground metal or metal salt powder, and a binder to hold the ingredients together. When a firework explodes mid-air thanks to the bursting charge and the black powder, the gas and the heat that are produced ignite the stars. The atoms of the metal powders in the stars absorb that heat energy and their electrons rearrange from their lower-energy ground state to a higher-energy “excited” state. As they come back down to their ground state, the excess energy is emitted as light. The energy difference between the excited and ground states of the electrons is different for each of the chemical powders used in the stars, and the amount of energy emitted determines what wavelength of light they’ll produce and the color we see. That means that the different types of metals used in the stars each have a characteristic color. Here are some of the metals and specific compounds that are typically used in fireworks to produce different colors: Red: strontium (strontium carbonate, SrCO3), for intense reds and lithium (lithium carbonate, Li2CO3, or lithium chloride, LiCl) for medium reds Orange: calcium (calcium chloride, CaCl2) Yellow: sodium (sodium nitrate, NaNO3) Green: barium + chlorine producer (barium chloride, BaCl2) Blue: copper + chlorine producer (copper chloride, CuCl2) Purple: strontium + copper compounds Gold: charcoal, iron, lampback White/Silver: titanium, aluminum, magnesium, beryllium For more on the science of fireworks, check out this video by the American Chemical Society: |
Soul Patch, Reed, Lincoln and Monkey Tail | This week at Mawson: 16 August 2013 — Australian Antarctic Division Flowing beards and stunted stubble Page 1 of 3 This week at Mawson: 16 August 2013 A beard is the collection of hair that grows on the chin, upper lip, cheeks and neck of human beings and some non-human animals. In humans, usually only pubescent or adult males are able to grow beards. Over the course of history, men with facial hair have been ascribed various attributes such as wisdom, sexual virility, masculinity, or a higher status; however, beards may also be perceived to be associated with a lack of general cleanliness and a loss of refinement, particularly in modern times. And so now we arrive at Mawson station 2013, having just read a few excerpts from wiki. With a contingent of 15 red blooded males, facial hair, along with that on our heads has been allowed to live life freely. Having said this there are a few exceptions of kempt-ness and even within the world of Wookies, hair length, style, and neatness is still very much a personal and cultural choice. In other words should you wish to let yourself go, Antarctica is the place. Throughout my life I have been very reluctant to grow a beard, even though the cost of shaving every few days has limited my holiday duration and destination choices over the years. I have never enjoyed the itch that comes with anything past a 5 o’clock shadow and until recently thought I would never experience the natural insulation against the cold. That is until I decided to make August a no shave month. So before begining the daily regime of not shaving, I first thought it wise to do a little research. I dare anybody out there to Google beards and then try to read all of the literature found. Astonishing!! So my research found that beards have been around in one form or another since Adam was a pup. Beards have either been in vogue or not, tolerated or not and found sexy ... or not. Over the centuries beards have been allowed to flourish under social and military laws allowing those who can grow them, well, a feeling of fulfillment. But having said this also too have beards been outlawed and frowned upon. The beard develops during puberty. Beard growth is linked to stimulation of hair follicles in the area by dihydrotestosterone, which continues to affect beard growth after puberty. Hair follicles from different areas vary in what hormones they are stimulated or inhibited by; dihydrotestostorone also promotes balding (so a bald guy with a beard is the epitome of testosterone?...I’m well on my way). Dihydrotestosterone is produced from testosterone, the levels of which vary with season; thus beards grow faster in summer. How fast the beard grows is also genetic. So it is again that the social movement towards beard tolerance is once again upon us. I am a big believer in freedoms of expression especially when it comes to fashion and facial hair. So I say go for it, and as for myself, let’s just call this a little experiment. A list of beard types: Full — downward flowing beard with either styled or integrated moustache Garibaldi — wide, full beard with rounded bottom and integrated moustache Old Dutch — A large, long beard, connected by sideburns, that flares outward in width at the bottom, without a mustache Sideburns — hair grown from the temples down the cheeks toward the jawline. Worn by Isaac Asimov and Carlos Menem Jawline Beard — A beard that is grown from the chin along the jawline. Chinstrap, chin curtain and brett are all variations of a jawline beard with distinctions being chin coverage and side-burn length Chinstrap — a beard with long sideburns that comes forward and ends under the chin Chin curtain — similar to the chinstrap beard but covers the entire chin, also called a Lincoln, Shenandoah, or spade Brett — similar to the chin curtain beard, but does not connect to the sideburns Neckbeard (a.k.a. Neard) — similar to the Chinstrap, but with the chin and jawline shaven, leaving hair to grow only on the neck. While never as popular as other beard styles, a few noted historical figures have worn this type of |
Brad, Finish, Clout, Casing and Horseshoe | Position > Glossary Glossary Nails: It’s belong to the fastener. It’s also known as wire nails. It is the most fundamental and basic tool in construction industry. Head: A round flat metal piece formed at the top of the nail; for increased holding power Shank: The body the length of the nail between the head and the point; may be smooth, or may have rings or spirals for greater holding power. Point: Also known as tip. Sharpened end opposite the "head" for greater ease in driving. The point of the nails is sharp and pointed for easy insertion so you don't break the shingles or damage the wood when driving the nails through. Length: It generally means that the distance from the bottom of the head to the point of a nail Bright :The surface has no coating. It is not recommended for weather exposure use. Galvanized: The surface has treated for resistance to corrosion or weather exposure. Electro-galvanized: Provides a smooth finish with some corrosion resistance Hot dip galvanzied : Provides a rough finish that deposits more zinc than other methods, resulting in very high corrosion resistance that is suitable for some acidic and treated lumber. Wire nails: It is also known as "French nails" for their country of origin.A general term for a nail with a round shank. Common nails: Common nails have smooth shank, wire nail with a heavy, flat head. They are typical used for building construction and framing. Box nails: It looks like a common nail but with a thinner shank and head. Box nails are lighter and smaller than common nails. Brads are small, thin, tapered, nails with a lip or projection to one side rather than a full head or a small finish nail. Roofing nails: A nail used for installing roofing or for woodworking. The main feature that distinguishes a roofing nail is its large head, which is usually much larger and flatter than other types of nails. Clout nails: It’s a roofing nail. Generally a short nail with a broad head used with asphalt shingles, felt paper or the like. Roofing Screw nails: A roofing nails with screw shank.Generally used in joint wood, roof board, roofing sheet and related material to drill and tighten wood or iron sheet. Concrete nails: Also known as Steel nails or Masonry nails. Lengthwise fluted, hardened nail used for concrete use. Finish nail: Also known as Brad head nails, Bullet head nail, lost-head nail or headless nail. A wire nail with a head only slightly larger than the shank . The small head intended to be minimally visible or driven below the wood surface and the hole filled to be invisible. Drywall nails: It also kown as plasterboard nails. A specialty blued-steel nail with a thin broad head used to fasten gypsum wallboard to wooden framing members. It is short, hardened, ring-shank nail with a very thin head. Panel Pin:A very thin nail used to fasten wood paneling to supports. Add: Zhangjiafang village,Cuijiaji town,Pingdu city,Qingdao,Shandong,China Email: [email protected] Website: www.mzhardware.com Copyright © 2016 PINGDU MINGZONG HARDWARE FACTORY. All rights reserved. |
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Golf, Cocktail, Beach and Bubble | BEACH COCKTAIL BUBBLE BAR - PRETTY SUDS UK - DEMO - YouTube BEACH COCKTAIL BUBBLE BAR - PRETTY SUDS UK - DEMO Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Published on Aug 7, 2015 ¡Hola! You like my year 7 Spanish knowledge?! In fact I'm 90% sure if you are in year 7 and you study Spanish you know a lot more than me! This bubble bar reminds me of my trip to Mallorca back in June (I still have a vlog to upload of that but it's 11 minutes long which means I need like 8 hours to upload it - killer) the sweet scent of alcohol! I just wanted to stick a cocktail umbrella in this bubble bar and cover the edges in sweet sugar! I really want a cocktail and to be back in the sun right now but at the same time I also want to curl up in my massive christmas pug jumpers with candles lit and baths! I like the two extremes, I'm not a big fan of in the middles! Any way, gracias for watching! ❤ Lots of love from Zono xxx ❤ ❤ ZONO’S LINKS ❤ |
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Pooler Jones, Lazy Plate, Jayne Hill, Buckthorn | Arizona Daily Wildcat - Fast Facts - Tuesday November 4, 2003 Arizona Daily Wildcat Tuesday November 4, 2003 Pooler Jones, Lazy Plate, Jayne Hill, Untorn Ribbon, Buckthorn, Barber Perfect and Underwood Tack are all names for various types of barbed wire. In St. John, New Brunswick, there is a waterfall that flows upward. The Reversing Falls of St. John are located on a gorge that leads into the Bay of Fundy. At low tide, the water from the gorge comes cascading down on its way to the bay. At high tide, however, which in this part of the world is excessive, the bay's water level rises 5 feet higher than that of the river itself. That causes a "bore," or rushing tide, to flow back into the river, and thus it pushes the water back up the falls. The salt in seawater comes primarily from the fresh water that flows into the sea. As streams and rivers flow across the land, they absorb a great deal of salt from rocks and the earth, and they carry this salt out to sea. There the fresh water evaporates and leaves the salt deposits behind. Anne Boleyn, one of two unfortunate wives of Henry VIII sent to die in the Tower of London, had six toes on one foot, six fingers on one hand and three breasts. In medical terminology the condition of having more than two breasts is known as "polymazia." Charlemagne (A.D. 742-814) early king of France, was the greatest warrior king of his time, stood 6 feet 4 inches tall and weighed almost 275 pounds. He had extremely muscular arms and legs, was the finest hunter and rider at his court, and could kill a man with a single blow of his fist. Yet he spoke in a voice so high and squeaky that his contemporaries compared it to the voice of a 12-year-old. The amount of nicotine the average pack-a-day smoker inhales in a week � 400 milligrams � would kill a person instantly if it were taken in all at once. Sports fans in Brazil sometimes become so impassioned that a wide moat was built around the playing field of Rio's 180,000-seat Maraca�a Stadium. The moat keeps the crowd from running onto the filed, molesting the players and attacking the referees. The country of Tonga once issued a stamp shaped like a banana. |
Abloy, dimple, skeleton, Zeiss, master, and DND | Key (lock) - The Full Wiki The Full Wiki More info on Key (lock) Wikis Note: Many of our articles have direct quotes from sources you can cite, within the Wikipedia article! This article doesn't yet, but we're working on it! See more info or our list of citable articles . Related top topics Automobile Did you know ... key relevance is a locksmithing term that refers to the measurable difference between an original key and a copy made of that key? From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia A cut key A key is an instrument that is used to operate a lock . A typical key consists of two parts: the blade, which slides into the keyway of the lock and distinguishes between different keys, and the bow, which is left protruding so that torque can be applied by the user. The blade is usually intended to operate one specific lock or a small number of locks which are keyed alike. Keys provide an inexpensive, though imperfect , method of authentication for access to properties like buildings and vehicles. As such, keys are an essential feature of modern living in the developed world, and are common around the globe. It is common for people to carry the set of keys they need for their daily activities around with them, often linked by a keyring adorned by key fobs and known as a keychain. Contents Main article: Yale key A house key is the most common sort of key. There are two main forms. The older form is for lever locks, where a pack of flat levers (typically between two and five) are raised to different heights by the key whereupon the slots or gates of the levers line up and permit a bolt to move back and forth, opening or closing the lock. The teeth or bittings of the key have flat tops rather than being pointed. Lever lock keys tend to be bigger and less convenient for carrying, although lever locks tend to be more secure. These are still common in many European countries. The more recent form is that for a pin tumbler cylinder lock . When held upright as if to open a door, a series of grooves on either side of the key (the key's profile) limits the type of lock cylinder the key can slide into. As the key slides into the lock, a series of pointed teeth and notches allow pins to move up and down until those pins are in line with the shear line of the cylinder, allowing that cylinder to rotate freely inside the lock and the lock to open. These are predominate in the United States of America. Car key Ignition switch between the seats (2005 Saab 9-5 ). Car keys. A car key or an automobile key is a key used to open and/or start an automobile, and is identified with the logo of the car company at the head. Modern key designs are usually symmetrical, and some use grooves on both sides, rather than a cut edge, to actuate the lock. It has multiple uses for the automobile with which it was sold. A car key can open the doors, as well as start the ignition , open the glove compartment and also open the trunk (boot) of the car. Some cars come with an additional key known as a valet key that starts the ignition and opens the drivers side door but prevents the valet from gaining access to valuables that are located in the trunk or the glove box. Some valet keys, particularly those to high-performance vehicles, go so far as to restrict the engine's power output to prevent joyriding . [1] Recently, features such as coded immobilizers have been implemented in newer vehicles. More sophisticated systems make ignition dependent on electronic devices, rather than the mechanical keyswitch. Car key in ignition. Switchblade key from a 2005 Land Rover LR3. Ignition switches/locks are combined with security locking of the steering column (in many modern vehicles) or the gear lever (such as in Saab Automobile vehicles). In the latter, the switch is between the seats, preventing damage to the driver's knee in the event of a collision. Keyless entry systems , which use either a door-mounted keypad or a remote control in place of a car key, are becoming a standard feature on many new cars. Some of them are handsfree . Some high tech automotive keys are bil |
Blinker, Fountain, Banger, Rocket, Candle and Cake | Fireworks Glossary Fireworks Glossary A handy A-Z guide to the various firework related terms and what they mean. A ADR: The provisions which came into effect on 1st January 2003 concerning the international carriage of dangerous goods (including fireworks). In layman’s terms the amount of fireworks you can carry in a vehicle is limited by their type, the vehicle, and whether the driver has been formally trained to transport them. The restrictions mainly apply to professional (commercial) displayers and their fireworks. See also DTR. AERIAL SHELL: Typically the Category 4 firework used only by professionals. An aerial effect enclosed in a paper or card “shell” and launched from a mortar tube by a lifting charge (also contained in the shell). Effects vary from plain bangs (maroons) to expansive and pretty colours or multiple effects. Responsible for most of the quality aerial effects seen in a professional display. AIRBOMB: Any shell effect launched from a firework that bangs, normally loudly. Also the general name given to the small tubular fireworks that launch this effect, formerly a common firework in garden displays capable of quite a loud bang and sometimes with a glowing star effect on ascension. Now a banned firework. AIRBOMB BARRAGE: Multiple airbombs fused together into one firework, the advantage being you only light one fuse to let the barrage off and it normally works out cheaper “per bang” than buying singly. AQUA SHELL: A shell designed to be launched across, and break on, water. B BALL ROCKET: Popular style of rocket which mimics an aerial shell “on a stick”. Generally, but not always, gives a bigger and louder effect than a standard plastic head rocket. BANG: What most fireworks do. The “technical” term for a bang in firework circles is “report”. In consumer fireworks there is now a noise limit of 120db which was brought in through new regulations. It has helped to protect small furry animals and old ladies up and down the country. BANGER: Now banned, a small tubular firework that simply banged, in effect an airbomb that stayed on the ground. Cheap and misused, it was a major cause of injuries until banned from sale to the public. Today, any firework that bangs is quite often erroneously described as a “banger” by the press or public who are unaware of the various correct firework terms. More info . BARRAGE: A continual and concentrated assault of firework effects, or the general name given to a firework that launches such an effect. BATTERY: Several fireworks (e.g. candles) fused together for added effect, with a single fuse to light. BEES: A swarm or cluster of points of light that move and dissipate under their own power. Similar to FISH, but less vigorous and generally less persistent. BENGAL FLARE: See FLARE. BFA / BRITISH FIREWORKS ASSOCIATION: An association of UK firework companies who import fireworks working together to address problems concerning noise, illegal fireworks and so on, and to promote the safer use and sale of fireworks. BLACK MATCH: This is the fast burning fuse used extensively in a professional display. It is also found inside some consumer fireworks such as candle fans and set pieces. BLINKER: A small ground based firework that strobes (flashes). BLOCKBUSTER: A popular and long-running shell effect candle by Vulcan which became the standard against which most 28-30mm candles have been judged in the noughties. Largely superceeded in recent years by better and cheaper alternatives in cakes. BLOSSOM: A pretty or colourful effect likened to a flower, or an effect that opens up and expands, like a flower blossoming. BOMBETTE: A shell effect within a cake or candle, launched by a lifting charge. Can contain a variety of effects. BONFIRE: Traditional on Guy Fawkes but don’t feel obliged to have one! Turn them over before lighting (animals nesting!). BONFIRE SOCIETY: Traditional English society which organises bonfires, displays and meetings. Many do this for charitable reasons. BOUQUET: A number of fireworks (normally candles) fused together, lighting one fuse sets them all off for |
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What three English resorts are known collectively as Torbay | Torquay – Travel guide at Wikivoyage Understand[ edit ] Torquay's advantages as a seaside resort and destination are obvious, with no less than nine (9) sandy beaches and extremely high standards of water quality (holder of 3 European Blue Flags, more than any other English resort). Torbay enjoys a warm micro-climate that allows palm-like trees to grow readily, though these are not true palms but rather Cordyline australis - Cabbage Tree. Torquay is (in)famous as the setting of Fawlty Towers, the hotel owned by Basil and Sybil Fawlty in the classic 1970s British television comedy. The coastal area of Torbay which includes Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, was given the nickname 'English Riviera' because of the large amount of sandy beaches and the relatively warm climate compared to the rest of the country. Officially known as Torbay it is almost completely made up of tourist resorts and small fishing communities. It is in a natural east facing harbour. Torquay is also known for being the place where explorers Percy Fawcett and Mary Kingsley were born. Get in[ edit ] Torquay has two railway stations. Torquay railway station is situated near the sea, close to Torre Abbey Sands. Torre railway station is situated a little inland adjacent to the road leading to Newton Abbot. Not all trains stop at Torre. Torquay is connected to the UK motorway network by the A380, which traces the outskirts of the town as Hellevoetsluis Way and Hamelin Way, leading to the A38 and then on to the M5 at Exeter. The A3022 branches from the A380, leading into Torquay as Riviera Way, to the seafront as Newton Road and then Avenue Road, and then on to Paignton as Torbay Road. The A379 runs past the harbour to the Babbacombe and St Marychurch areas of Torquay, and then north along the coast to Teignmouth. The nearest Airport is Exeter International Airport [1] Get around[ edit ] Two bus routes operated by Stagecoach Devon pass through Torquay - the 'Bayline' number 12 service between Newton Abbot and Brixham, and the X46 service between Exeter and Paignton - while other routes operate within the town [2] See[ edit ] Kents Cavern. which was home to early man for some 700,000 years and where tourists can visit this subterranean wonderland. The Caves have attracted many famous people, among them Agatha Christie, Beatrix Potter, King George V of the United Kingdom and Haile Selassie who was so impressed with his visit that he gave his guide, Leslie Powe a gold sovereign. Living Coasts. a large coastal zoo. Babbacombe Model Village. it has attracted children and adults of all ages for generations and is considered one of the best examples of a model village in England. The Princess Theatre. Torre Abbey. a Premonstratensian monastery founded in 1196. Babbacombe Cliff Railway. Buy[ edit ] Union Street and Fleet Walk shopping centre, located near to the Harbour, offer a wide range of high street shops, ranging from independent boutiques to large chain stores. The Pavilion Shopping Centre is a few minutes walk from the seafront and provides a selection of interesting small independent retailers and gift shops in a beautiful 19th century building. The Willows, located a few miles from the centre offers a large Marks and Spencer, Sainsbury's, Next and electronics stores. Eat[ edit ] Chefs in the area are spoilt for choice when it comes to locally sourced seafood and meat. The cuisine has a distinctive west country flavour. Adventurous diners can take a culinary journey around the world, sampling everything from French, Italian and Spanish, to Indian, Thai, Moroccan, Mexican and Lebanese cuisine Accolades like AA Rosettes, Michelin Stars and Les Routiers can be found, while even several of the fish and chip shops are award winning. From restaurants with stunning views across the emerald bay, to Country pubs offering hearty fare, Torquay has it covered. Drink[ edit ] There are numerous pubs, clubs and bars close to the harbourside, ranging from traditional English pubs to classy wine bars. Sleep[ edit ] Torquay is well supplied with bed and breakfast (B&B) |
What are the three National parks located within Wales | About us: National Parks UK Skip to section navigation One big family There are 15 members of the National Parks family in the United Kingdom and each one is looked after by its own authority. We work together as National Parks UK. There are 10 National Parks in England, 3 in Wales and 2 in Scotland, they are: England - Broads, Dartmoor, Exmoor, Lake District, New Forest, Northumberland, North York Moors, Peak District, Yorkshire Dales, and South Downs. Wales - Brecon Beacons, Pembrokeshire Coast, and Snowdonia Scotland - Cairngorms and Loch Lomond & the Trossachs. Not ours - but ours to look after Each National Park is administered by its own authority, but that authority does not own all of the land within the Park. They are independent bodies funded by central government to: Conserve and enhance the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage. Promote opportunities for the understanding and enjoyment of the special qualities of national parks by the public. In carrying out these aims, National Park Authorities are also required to seek to foster the economic and social well-being of local communities within the national park. In the case of the Broads there is a third purpose, namely protecting the interests of navigation, and all three purposes are given equal priority. For the Scottish parks there are four aims for the area: To conserve and enhance the natural and cultural heritage of the area. To promote sustainable use of the natural resources of the area. To promote understanding and enjoyment (including enjoyment in the form of recreation) of the special qualities of the area by the public. To promote sustainable economic and social development of the area's communities. With the exception of Broads National Park, if there's a conflict between a park's purposes, greater weight has to be given to the first purpose. See the looking after section to find out how we work to conserve and promote enjoyment in the national parks Elected members and staff Each National Park Authority has a number of unpaid appointed members, selected by the Secretary of State, local councils and parish councils. The role of members is to provide leadership, scrutiny and direction for the National Park Authority. There are also a number of paid staff who carry out the work necessary to run the national park. Our working for us section shows the diverse types of jobs national park staff do, from rangers and ecologists to planners and education teams. National Parks UK National Parks UK brings together the 15 National Park Authorities in the UK to raise the profile of the National Parks and to promote joint working. Country associations for the English and Welsh national parks represent the national park authorities to English and Welsh governments. Advised by the 15 national park authority chief executives, the chairmen and convenors of the 15 National Park Authorities work together to share experience and manage joint training projects, public relations activities and special events. National Parks UK employs three members of staff based in Cardiff, and secondees from the National Parks to work on projects as required. National Parks UK is not a lobbying body, nor does it seek to speak on behalf of the family of 15 National Parks. Its key roles include: Engaging with the public and answering queries about National Parks as a group Promoting the National Parks as special places National Parks UK also: Promotes the 15 National Parks in the UK as beacons for sustainable development Helps raise their profile and deepen the public's understanding and relevance of these protected landscapes Facilitates training and development for National Park Authority members and staff Fosters closer working with the growing international family of protected landscapes |
Which three gods make up the Hindu Trinity | hinduism - Hindu trinity= Vishnu, shiva, and brahma Different aspects of the hinduism hinduism - Hindu trinity= Vishnu, shiva, and brahma... SCHOOL View Full Document Hindu trinity= Vishnu, shiva, and brahma Different aspects of the trinity and is a distinct threefold nature Each god in the hindu trinity has his own consort. Most important of these is lakshmi, the goddess of love, beauty, and delight. Lakshmi is also the consort of Vishnu. While Hinduism acceptd many gods as deities, there is only one god who is recognized as the supreme being. According to hindu tradition, brahma, shiva, and Vishnu are three different gods that together make up the supreme being. Yet these three gods also take part in the processes of creation, destruction, and the preservation of life. In the same way, there are other gods in the hindu religion that are different aspects of the supreme being, and each of these gods and goddesses manifest themselves as having different purposes. Paramatman is the supreme self or god. The hindu god Vishnu is manifested in different forms called avatars. These avatars embody human and animal forms, possessing great supernatural powers. It is important for one to understand that these avatars are the earthly form of the god This is the end of the preview. Sign up to access the rest of the document. TERM |
Who scored Arsenal's last minute winner in the 1979 FA Cup Final | BBC - Manchester - Sport - 1979 FA Cup Final You are in: Manchester > Sport > Manchester United > 1979 FA Cup Final It's McIlroy.. It's STILL McIlroy! 1979 FA Cup Final Wembley, 1979: Arsenal are cruising to a 2-0 win. Then, with four minutes left, Manchester United turned up. What followed was the most dramatic finale in FA Cup history. Here are some of your memories of that day > FA Cup Final 1979 Result: Arsenal 3-2 Man United Venue: Wembley Scorers: Arsenal - Talbot 12; Stapleton 43; Sunderland 89 Man Utd - McQueen 86; McIlroy 88 HT: 2-0 Att: 100,000 Manchester United fans who had travelled to Wembley in '79 watched their side outplayed by Arsenal - and more specifically Liam Brady - for 85 minutes. Brady had set up goals for Brian Talbot and Frank Stapleton to give the Gunners a two goal lead by half time and with five minutes to go it looked hopeless for the Reds... 2-0 Then, with five minutes to go, Gordon McQueen bundled home a late consolation before Sammy McIlroy ended a mazy run to turn the game on its head... 2-2 Alan Sunderland scores the winner! Then in the dying seconds, Brady capped a virtuoso performance by flying down the left wing and crossing to the far post. He found Alan Sunderland, who slid in the winner to cap the most remarkable finish ever seen in an FA Cup final... 3-2 to Arsenal. Victory to the Gunners.. and every United fan in the land was left stunned. We asked for your memories of that day. Here are some the best! Your memories Rob Daniel: My first F.A. cup final, the build up, the crowd the game, everything lived up to my expectations. Although over the years I began to realise what a dump Wembley had become. Arsenal out played united until those last few minutes. I remember Sammy Mcs run, it seemed to last forever and finally the ball rolled over the line. Queue the celebrations, it went wild in the united end. I ended up on the floor with many others and as I recovered and got back on my feet, there it was running towards us the biggest perm in football had just scored the winner for Arsenal. I didn't see the goal just Alan Sunderland running down the pitch celebrating. Heartbreaking but I always remember the united fans singing right to the end and after the final whistle. That memory will always stay with me. Ian Short from Stockton-on-Tees: I remember the game very well, it was my first Wembley Final (besides the England World Cup final which I attended on my own as a 12 year old, but that's another story!) and I only knew I was going the day before the match. The reason for that was that a colleague at work was the nephew of a Wembley Steward and apparently after the dog meeting on the Thursday night the Stewards held a ballot for a final ticket and my colleagues uncle won. We made all the travel arrangements on the Friday and I travelled down on the day of the game by train. I got a bus to where the steward lived and duly picked up my ticket. His wife said he had left for the game but he had left me a message to say that if I made my way to the Royal Box restaurant after the game he would be on the door and he would let me in. What a thrill my first FA cup final with United and I would be mixing with all the celebrities after the game. I put the ticket into a plastic bag and then taped it to my chest where it stayed until I reached the turnstiles. The ticket couldn't have been better, it was right behind the goal at the United end. Then it all started to go wrong, Arsenal scored and then scored again and at that point we never looked like scoring. Big Gordon popped up and we cheered, more in hope than conviction but up strode "Super Sam" and we had equalised. We went berserk! We were still jumping up and down and hugging prefect strangers as if they were our long lost family and suddenly there was a roar from the other end. What the hell were they shouting about we had just scored! But to our dismay in all our celebrating we had missed the fact that Arsenal had gone down the other end and scored the winner....gutted! At the final whistle I thought about my place in the R |
Who played Robert Stroud in the 1962 film The Birdman of Alcatraz | Birdman of Alcatraz (1962) - IMDb IMDb 17 January 2017 4:34 PM, 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 A surly convicted murderer held in permanent isolation redeems himself when he becomes a renowned bird expert. Directors: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 36 titles created 04 Feb 2012 a list of 40 titles created 08 Oct 2012 a list of 45 titles created 23 Jul 2013 a list of 24 titles created 14 Oct 2013 a list of 40 titles created 04 Feb 2014 Title: Birdman of Alcatraz (1962) 7.8/10 Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Nominated for 4 Oscars. Another 4 wins & 8 nominations. See more awards » Videos A fast-talking traveling salesman with a charming, loquacious manner convinces a sincere evangelist that he can be an effective preacher for her cause. Director: Richard Brooks In 1944, a German colonel loads a train with French art treasures to send to Germany. The Resistance must stop it without damaging the cargo. Directors: John Frankenheimer, Arthur Penn Stars: Burt Lancaster, Paul Scofield, Jeanne Moreau United States military leaders plot to overthrow the President because he supports a nuclear disarmament treaty and they fear a Soviet sneak attack. Director: John Frankenheimer A crippled circus acrobat is torn emotionally between two ambitious young trapeze artists, one a talented young American and a less-gifted but beautiful Italian. Director: Carol Reed A district attorney investigates the racially charged case of three teenagers accused of the murder of a blind Puerto Rican boy. He begins to discover that the facts in the case aren't ... See full summary » Director: John Frankenheimer In Hawaii in 1941, a private is cruelly punished for not boxing on his unit's team, while his captain's wife and second-in-command are falling in love. Director: Fred Zinnemann Edit Storyline In 1912, the notorious and violent prisoner Robert Franklin Stroud is transferred to the Leavenworth Prison convicted for murdering a man. When a guard cancels the visit of his mother, Elizabeth Stroud, due to a violation of the internal rules, he stabs and kills the guard and goes to trial three times. He is sentenced to be executed by the gallows, but his mother appeals to President Woodrow Wilson who commutes his sentence to life imprisonment. However, the warden, Harvey Shoemaker, decides to keep Stroud in solitary for the rest of his life. One day, Stroud finds a sparrow that has fallen from the nest in the yard and he raises the bird until it is strong enough to fly. Stroud finds a motivation for his life raising and caring for birds and becomes an expert in birds. He marries Stella Johnson and together they run a business, providing medicine developed by Stroud. But a few years after, Stroud is transferred to Alcatraz and has to leave his birds behind. Written by Claudio Carvalho, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil now the world will know the story of the most defiant man alive! See more » Genres: 15 September 1962 (Italy) See more » Also Known As: Der Gefangene von Alcatraz See more » Filming Locations: Did You Know? Trivia Cinematographer John Alton was fired two weeks into production and replaced by Burnett Guffey . See more » Goofs During the 1946 escape attempt from Alcatraz, inmates are shown obtaining a revolver and a lever-action rifle from a gun gallery. The firearms kept (and subsequently stolen from the gallery) were a Colt .45 automatic pistol and a 30.06 Springfield Bolt-Action Rifle. See more » Quotes [first lines] Tour guide: ...during which you will see all of the man-made and natural beauties, the most spectacular bay in the world. You'll pass beneath the famous Golden Gate Bridge, considered by most authorities to be one of the most striking structures ever erected by man. From the bay, you will thrill to the m |
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