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Which city has the largest port in Europe?

The 10 Largest Ports in Europe - Europeish.com Europe Travel Blog - Capturing the Beauty of a Continent The 10 Largest Ports in Europe Written by: europeish | (2) comments Several centuries ago, the Europeans were the first to sail their ships across the entire world. The economies of the Vikings, the English, the Dutch, the Portuguese and the Spaniards got enormous boosts because of their large ports and sailsmanship. A lot has changed since then. Eight of the ten largest ports in the world are now to be found in China, but Europe still has quite a few very large harbors. Data via American Association of Port Authorities . 1. Rotterdam (the Netherlands) This Dutch harbor was the largest in the world, until Shanghai and Singapore grew even larger in 1986. This satellite photo gives an indication of the size of the Port of Rotterdam. (Image via Mannlines ) 2. Antwerp (Belgium) About an hour and a half to the south of Rotterdam is Antwerp, the largest port in Belgium. It’s around the same size as the harbor of Houston, which is the second-largest port in the USA. (Image via S.Goovy ) 3. Hamburg (Germany) The German city of Hamburg may be nearly 50 miles from the coast, the river Elbe has allowed it to grow to be the third port in Europe.

Pyrosis is the medical tern for which common complaint?

Definition of Pyrosis Definition of Pyrosis Take the GERD Quiz Pyrosis: A technical term for what is popularly called heartburn , a burning sensation in the upper abdomen. In many languages there is a technical term such as pyrosis and a popular term for the same phenomenon. For example, pyrosis is popularly known in French as br�lure epigastrique and in Spanish as ardor de est�mago. Pyrosis is the Greek word meaning burning. Last Editorial Review: 6/14/2012

The Oaks horse race is run at which British race course?

Epsom Derby - The greatest flat race in the world The Greatest Flat Race in the World Ladies' Day Saturday 4th June Friday 2nd June 2017 The vibrant atmosphere, roaring laughter and thundering hooves of top quality racing are what make the Investec Derby Festival an unmistakably British event and The Greatest Summer Celebration. Rain or shine, every year on the first Friday of June, a multitude of ladies and gents head to Epsom Downs Racecourse to experience a day full of high octane racing, music, glamour and fashion. Across the Queen’s Stand to The Hill there is an air of excitement all round. Dressed to impress, Ladies in the Queen’s Stand and Duchess’s Stand are invited to enter the Style Awards with the promise of not only taking the title but going home with some superb prizes. With a series of six races throughout the day and post racing DJ set in the Hyperion Bar it’s a day to mark the start of your summer. Ladies' Day 2016 Highlights Family Enclosure – Adult + car park pass Prices from £15 Great British Hamper (for 2) Prices from £215 Great British Picnic (for 2) Prices from £165 Duchess’s Stand Private Box Prices from £Please Enquire Queen’s Stand Private Boxes Prices from £Please Enquire Access to our Premier Enclosure Access to our premier bars and catering facilities Viewing of the Parade Ring and Winners' Enclosure. Entry into the Queen's Stand, our premier enclosure at Epsom Downs, located on the finish line with a prime view of the straight and Winners' Enclosure. Please note that a strict dress code applies for this enclosure.   Access to our Premier Enclosure Access to our premier bars and catering facilities Viewing of the Parade Ring and Winners' Enclosure. Entry into the Queen's Stand, our premier enclosure at Epsom Downs, located on the finish line with a prime view of the straight and Winners' Enclosure. Please note that a strict dress code applies for this enclosure.   Entry into our largest enclosure which combines superb viewing with a relaxed atmosphere. Access to viewing of the Parade Ring and Winners' Enclosure. A guaranteed seat for the whole day in our purpose built stand. A guaranteed seat for the whole day in our largest enclosure, with stunning views of the finishing straight and access to viewing of the Parade Ring and Winners' Enclosure.   Entry into our largest enclosure which combines superb viewing with a relaxed atmosphere. Access to viewing of the Parade Ring and Winners' Enclosure. A guaranteed seat for the whole day in our purpose built stand. A guaranteed seat for the whole day in our largest enclosure, with stunning views of the finishing straight and access to viewing of the Parade Ring and Winners' Enclosure.   Entry into our largest enclosure which combines superb viewing with a relaxed atmosphere. Access to viewing of the Parade Ring and Winners' Enclosure. Our largest enclosure, with stunning views of the finishing straight and access to viewing of the Parade Ring and Winners' Enclosure.   Entry into our largest enclosure which combines superb viewing with a relaxed atmosphere. Access to viewing of the Parade Ring and Winners' Enclosure. Our largest enclosure, with stunning views of the finishing straight and access to viewing of the Parade Ring and Winners' Enclosure.   Trackside viewing in the final furlong U18s FREE Opposite the main stands the Lonsdale Enclosure is the grass enclosure where you can get right up the rails to see the horse thunder past. This is a very popular enclosure as you’re right in front of the all the action in the stands. Food and drink for own consumption can be taken into this area. There are catering, betting and toilet facilities in this enclosure. U18s FREE Trackside Viewing U18s FREE One of the faster growing enclosure is the Upper Tattenham Enclosure. With a trackside view all the way down to the pivotal Tattenham Corner, betting facilities and opportunity see the event in front of you it represents excellent value. Food and drink for own consumption can be brought into this area. There are catering, betting and toilet facilities in

Turkey, Clover, Nadler and Gutter are all terms used in which game?

Bowling Terms - 2017 Bowling Terms Browse through team names to find funny team terms and cool team terms. Check out our complete list of bowling terms. Are you looking for the best bowling team name? Find the perfect funny term for your bowling. Bowling Terms 2017   (Go) off the sheet: To end a game with many consecutive strikes. ("He can go off the sheet for a 259 game." See "Strike out"; comes from long ago when bowling was scored on paper.) Also "Go to the wall." (to bowl a) Stewart: A Perfect game of 12 strikes continuously. /: Symbol for a spare. 300 game: A perfect game of 12 strikes in a row. 300 game jinx: It is customary when someone starts a game with a string of strikes not to mention the possibility of scoring 300, which would "jinx" the player. 5 Bagger (Yahtzee and Dropping the Nickel): A 5 bagger is five strikes in a row. Other nicknames for it is Yahtzee and Dropping the Nickel. ABC: American Bowling Congress; official rule-making body for ten pin bowling for its members in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico and US military bases worldwide; founded in 1895 and headquartered in Greendale, Wisconsin, 5301 S. 76th Street 53129. Absentee: See Blind Action: Motion of the pins caused by the bowler's technique; generally, the combination of accuracy, rotation (also see), and other factors, causing pin motion which is horizontal, rather than vertical, since a horizontally spinning pin covers more of the lane. Address: Bowler’s starting position. All the way: Finishing a game with nothing but strikes. Alley: playing surface, made of maple, pine or urethane boards; urethane lanes are becoming more popular than wood American Bowling Congress (ABC): The world's largest sports organization and the official rule-making body of tenpin bowling. Anchor: In league play, this is the person bowling last on the team. This is usually the best bowler on the team, and/or the bowler considered to be the coolest under pressure. Angle: The direction in which the ball travels when going into the 1-3 pocket, 1-2 for left hand bowlers. Apple: 1) Bowling ball; 2) bowler who fails to come through in a clutch situation. (choke) Approach: The space before the foul line, approximately 15 feet. Can also refer to the steps the bowler takes before delivering the ball over the foul line. Armswing: The arc of the bowling arm and hand from the first move toward the line until the delivery of the ball over the line. Arrows: Aiming points embedded in the lane. These seven arrows (usually red or black, but may be other colors) are used for targeting. (darts) Automatic foul detector: Light beam at the foul line which sounds an alarm if the bowler's foot crosses it. Penalty for doing so is loss of pins for that ball; the bowler shoots at a new rack of ten pins (which counts as a spare if all are knocked down). (foul, foul line) Automatic Pinsetter: First used in the 1940s, the original editions took note of the pins left, swept the entire area, and reset the pins for the spare. This invention is credited for the great bowling boom of the 1950s; the inventor received $1 million from AMF. Average: This is a method for a bowler to compare their skill against other bowlers. The average is computed by adding the total score from multiple games, then dividing by the number of games bowled. Baby ball: To throw too delicate or release too carefully. Baby ball, Baby the ball: Too delicate, not enough emphasis on delivering the ball with authority; released too carefully. Baby split BABY SPLIT: This is a split that occurs when the 2 & 7 pins or the 3 & 10 pins only remain after the bowlers first throw. This is considered to be the easiest splits to pick up. Baby split with company: The 2-7-8 or 3-9-10. Back end: The last 15–20 feet of the lane, where the ball is supposed to develop the most friction (due to lack of oil) and hook into the pocket. Back ends: The last 6 feet of the lane. Backup: A ball that falls to the right for right-hand bowlers and left for left-hand bowlers. Backup alley: A lane that holds or tends to stop

Cricketer Herschelle Gibbs was born in which country?

Herschelle Gibbs | South Africa Cricket | Cricket Players and Officials | ESPN Cricinfo T20 Profile Herschelle Gibbs, who once owned up, with perverse pride, to never having read a book, has essayed enough incendiary innings to fill a fat volume and, in the field, cut down many a batsman with all the electric grace of an enraged poet. Though he might not bother with many more words than yes, no, wait, and mine, Gibbs inspires superlatives from those who marvel at his appetite for the spectacular. Ordinary he is not. Gibbs has played some of the most outrageous strokes yet seen. How many other batsmen practice, seriously, cutting fast bowlers for six? Or drive throat balls down the ground? Or make pulling off the front foot look everyday? That goes for whether he is batting in the middle of the order or at the top, and whether the ball is old or new. Gibbs has put all that together so many times that he can't be accused of being some charlatan who deals in fluke and luck. He did so in the grandest of manner at the Wanderers in 2006 to score 175 off 111 balls and help South Africa clinch a one-day series against Australia. The battleground scenes of this extraordinary match, that delivered totals of 434 for four and 438 for nine, swirled all about. But Gibbs batted with the glee of a teenager armed with his father's credit card in a strip club. Pressure? That's what other people feel. When South Africans wondered who would replace Jonty Rhodes as a fielder of the most predatory type, Gibbs answered the call. However, not all of the superlatives attached to him are positive, for when too much talent trips over itself, demons often also lurk. Alas, so it is with Gibbs. He is perhaps as gifted as any sportsman can be. He is also as poorly equipped for the trials of daily life as any human being can safely be. Dark tales of marijuana smoking, drunk driving and match-fixing have blotted his career. Gibbs is about as close as cricket has come to producing a punk rocker, a figure who veers too close to self-destruction too often for the likes of those who prefer their cricketers unblemished by the real world. They can rest assured, because Gibbs' time at the top is nearing its end. A first-class career that began when he was just 16 is now into its 20th summer. As his 40s loom, he may even pick up a book or two. Telford Vice

The Athabasca oil sands are large deposits of heavy crude oil located in which country?

World of Change: Athabasca Oil Sands : Feature Articles google earth view large Buried under Canada’s boreal forest is one of the world’s largest reserves of oil. Bitumen—a very thick and heavy form of oil (also called asphalt)—coats grains of sand and other minerals in a deposit that covers about 142,200 square kilometers (54,900 square miles) of northwest Alberta. According to a 2003 estimate, Alberta has the capacity to produce 174.5 billion barrels of oil. Only 20 percent of the oil sands lie near the surface where they can easily be mined, and these deposits flank the Athabasca River. The rest of the oil sands are buried more than 75 meters below ground and are extracted by injecting hot water into a well that liquefies the oil for pumping. In 2010, surface mines produced 356.99 million barrels of crude oil, while in situ production (the hot water wells) yielded 189.41 million barrels of oil. Since then, oil sands production has outpaced conventional oil production. While conventional oil has held steady, oil sands output has gone up from 1 million barrels per day in 2005 to 2.4 million barrels per day in 2015. These images from Landsat satellites show the growth of surface mines over the Athabasca oil sands between 1984 and 2016. The Athabasca River runs through the center of the scene, separating two major operations. To extract the oil at these locations, oil producers remove the sand in big, open-pit mines, which are tan and irregularly shaped. The sand is rinsed with hot water to separate the oil, and then the sand and wastewater are stored in “ tailings ponds,” which have smooth tan or green surfaces in satellite images. The process of extracting oil from the sand is expensive. It takes two tons of sand to produce one barrel of crude oil. Great Canadian Oil Sands opened the first large-scale mine in 1967, but growth was slow until 2000 because the global cost of a barrel of oil was too low to make oil sands profitable. The images above show slow growth between 1984 and 2000, followed by a decade of more rapid development. The first mine (from 1967, now part of the Millennium Mine) is visible near the Athabasca River in the 1984 image. The only new development visible between 1984 and 2000 is the Mildred Lake Mine (west of the river), which began production in 1978, and was expanded in 1996. After 2000, the price of oil began to climb, and investment in oil sands became profitable. The Millennium Mine expanded east of the Athabasca River, and the Steepbank Mine was developed in the east. The Mildred Lake Mine also shows evidence of growth. It is a trend that is likely to continue since permits have been approved to expand mines in this region. The large images include a view of additional mines developing to the north. Oil sand mining has a large impact on the environment. Forests must be cleared for both open-pit and in situ mining. Pit mines can grow to more than 80 meters depth, as massive trucks remove up to 720,000 tons of sand every day. As of September 2013, roughly 895 square kilometers (345 square miles) of land had been disturbed for oil sand mining. Companies are required to restore the land after they have finished mining. In this series of images, the large tailings pond from the 1967 mine was gradually drained and filled in. The mining companies pledged to plant grasses on the site. Satellite imagery shows greening after 2011. Tailings ponds contain a number of toxins that can leak into the groundwater or the Athabasca River. The mining and extraction process releases sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons, and fine particulate matter into the atmosphere. Both water and air pollution could pose a health hazard, but an independent panel of experts found no definite connection between the mines and specific illnesses as of December 2010. The panel warned, however, that the mines may impact health as they expand over coming decades. Because it takes energy to mine and separate oil from the sands, oil sands extraction releases more greenhouse gases than other forms of oil production. The mines s

Disco Volante is the name of Emilio Largo’s yacht in which James Bond film?

Disco Volante | James Bond Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Weight 100 tons The Disco Volante is a fictional ship in the James Bond novel Thunderball (novel) (1961) and its 1965 film adaptation of the same name. It was a hydrofoil craft owned by Emilio Largo , an agent of SPECTRE . A luxurious craft, it was decked out with sleeping quarters, living areas and many other luxuries. It was purchased with SPECTRE funds for £250,000. The craft plays a pivotal role in the seizure and transportation of two nuclear warheads. It is a high-tech ship that possesses a number of smaller underwater submarine craft. The crew in the movie wear shirts that say "M.Y. Disco Volante". The "M.Y." presumably stands for the ship prefix "Motor Yacht." Contents Novel appearance Film appearance The Disco Volante was used primarily for the seizure and transportation of two nuclear warheads stolen from a hijacked Vulcan bomber. As part of SPECTRE 's plan, the Vulcan bomber would fly to the prearranged rendevous point with the Disco Volante and make a difficult landing on water, using the underwater landing lights which had been set up nearby. Frogmen would then recover the warheads and return to the ship through its underwater hatch. Once onboard, the bombs would be relocated to an atoll hiding place; awaiting the time when Largo would return with the Disco Volante to move the weapons to their target: Miami. In the movie adaptation of Thunderball, the ship is destroyed during a pitched battle between Largo and Bond. With no one at the helm and the steering jammed, the ship ran aground at full speed and burst into flames. The Disco Volante consisted really of two vessels, a front hydrofoil and a rear attached "cocoon", this enabled the hydrofoil to be detached and move independently at high speed. It included an underwater hatch for loading the bombs and giving access for divers. Behind the scenes The real craft used in the film was a hydrofoil ferry, The Flying Fish, built by Rodriquez Cantieri Navali, who had built the first successful one at Freccia del Sole. The "cocoon" was built on set. It was purchased for the film for $500,000 and brought from Puerto Rico to Miami for refitting and refurbishment. The hydrofoil never sailed again after the filming. It was rented as a stationary houseboat, docked at a marina on Miami's MacArthur Causeway, until it sank at the dock in the early 1980s. Unofficial appearances The Kingdom 5KR. In the non-Eon Productions 1983 James Bond film Never Say Never Again, the ship was renamed The Flying Saucer, the English translation of Disco Volante, and owned by Maximillian Largo . In real life, the 282-foot yacht that was used in long shots for the film was known as the Nabila and was built for Saudi billionaire Adnan Khashoggi. The yacht was later sold to Donald Trump, who renamed it Trump Princess. Later Trump sold it to Prince Alwaleed bin Talal bin Abdul Aziz al Saud, who renamed it the Kingdom 5KR. These days Kingdom 5KR can usually be found in Antibes, France or cruising the French Riviera during the summer months. Gallery

Who wrote the 1952 book ‘The Borrowers’?

The Borrowers by Mary Norton, Beth Krush, Joe Krush |, Paperback | Barnes & Noble® "As people, other people, living in a house who...borrow things?" Mrs. May laid down her work. "What do you think?" she asked. "I don't know," Kate said, pulling hard at her shoe button. "There can't be. And yet"-she raised her head-"and yet sometimes I think there must be." "Why do you think there must be?" asked Mrs. May. "Because of all the things that disappear. Safety pins, for instance. Factories go on making safety pins, and every day people go on buying safety pins and yet, somehow, there never is a safety pin just when you want one. Where are they all? Now, at this minute? Where do they go to? Take needles," she went on. "All the needles my mother ever bought-there must be hundreds-can't just be lying about this house." "Not lying about the house, no," agreed Mrs. May. "And all the other things we keep on buying. Again and again and again. Like pencils and match boxes and sealing wax and hairpins and drawing pins and thimbles-" "And hat pins," put in Mrs. May, "and blotting paper." "Yes, blotting paper," agreed Kate, "but not hat pins." "That's where you're wrong," said Mrs. May, and she picked up her work again. "There was a reason for hat pins." Kate stared. "A reason?" she repeated. "I mean-what kind of a reason?" "Well, there were two reasons really. A hat pin is a very useful weapon and"-Mrs. May laughed suddenly-"but it all sounds such nonsense and"-she hesitated-"it was so very long ago!" "But tell me," said Kate, "tell me how you know about the hat pin. Did you ever see one?" Mrs. May threw her a startled glance. "Well, yes-" she began. "Not a hat pin," exclaimed Kate impatiently, "a-what-ever-you-called-them-a Borrower?" Mrs. May drew a sharp breath. "No," she said quickly, "I never saw one." "But someone else saw one," cried Kate, "and you know about it. I can see you do!" "Hush," said Mrs. May, "no need to shout!" She gazed downwards at the upturned face and then she smiled and her eyes slid away into distance. "I had a brother-" she began uncertainly. Kate knelt upon the hassock. "And he saw them!" "I don't know," said Mrs. May, shaking her head, "I just don't know!" She smoothed out her work upon her knee. "He was such a tease. He told us so many things-my sister and me-impossible things. He was killed," she added gently, "many years ago now, on the North-West Frontier. He became colonel of his regiment. He died what they call 'a hero's death'..." "Was he your only brother?" "Yes, and he was our little brother. I think that was why"-she thought for a moment, still smiling to herself-"yes, why he told us such impossible stories, such strange imaginings. He was jealous, I think, because we were older-and because we could read better. He wanted to impress us; he wanted, perhaps, to shock us. And yet"-she looked into the fire-"there was something about him-perhaps because we were brought up in India among mystery and magic and legend-something that made us think that he saw things that other people could not see; sometimes we'd know he was teasing, but at other times-well, we were not so sure...." She leaned forward and, in her tidy way, brushed a fan of loose ashes under the grate, then, brush in hand, she stared again at the fire. "He wasn't a very strong little boy: the first time he came home from India he got rheumatic fever. He missed a whole term at school and was sent away to the country to get over it. To the house of a great-aunt. Later I went there myself. It was a strange old house...." She hung up the brush on its brass hook and, dusting her hands on her handkerchief, she picked up her work. "Better light the lamp," she said. "Not yet," begged Kate, leaning forward. "Please go on. Please tell me-" "But I've told you." "No, you haven't. This old house-wasn't that where he saw-he saw...?" Mrs. May laughed. "Where he saw the Borrowers? Yes, that's what he told us...what he'd have us believe. And, what's more, it seems that he didn't just see them but that he got to know them very well; that he became part of t

‘The curfew tolls the knell of parting day’ is the first line of which poem?

453. Elegy written in a Country Churchyard. Thomas Gray. The Oxford Book of English Verse 453. Elegy written in a Country Churchyard    THE Curfew tolls the knell of parting day,     The lowing herd wind slowly o'er the lea,   The plowman homeward plods his weary way,     And leaves the world to darkness and to me.

Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher was Member of Parliament for which London borough?

Margaret Thatcher, Britain's first female PM, dead at 87 - CNN.com Margaret Thatcher, Britain's first female PM, dead at 87 By Richard Allen Greene, CNN Updated 9:49 PM ET, Mon April 8, 2013 Chat with us in Facebook Messenger. Find out what's happening in the world as it unfolds. JUST WATCHED The life and legacy of the 'Iron Lady' 03:40 Story highlights Thatcher, Britain's "Iron Lady," died after suffering a stroke Monday, her spokeswoman said She retired from public life in 2002 after a stroke As British PM from 1975 to 1990, she played a key role in ending the Cold War But Thatcher opposed reunification of Germany Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, a towering figure in postwar British and world politics and the only woman to become British prime minister, has died at the age of 87. She suffered a stroke Monday, her spokeswoman said. A British government source said she died at the Ritz Hotel in London. Thatcher's funeral will be at St. Paul's Cathedral, with full military honors, followed by a private cremation, the British prime minister's office announced. Thatcher served from 1975 to 1990 as leader of the Conservative Party. She was called the "Iron Lady" for her personal and political toughness. She retired from public life after a stroke in 2002 and suffered several strokes after that. Photos: Photos: Thatcher through the years Photos: Photos: Thatcher through the years Margaret Thatcher through the years – Margaret Thatcher , the first woman to become British prime minister, has died at 87 after a stroke, a spokeswoman said Monday, April 8. Known as the "Iron Lady," Thatcher, as Conservative Party leader, was prime minister from 1979 to 1990. Here she visits British Prime Minister David Cameron at 10 Downing Street in London in June 2010. Hide Caption 1 of 36 Photos: Photos: Thatcher through the years Margaret Thatcher through the years – Thatcher with her parents and sister Muriel in 1945. Thatcher, born Margaret Hilda Roberts in 1925, studied chemistry at Oxford University and worked as a research chemist before becoming a barrister in 1954. Hide Caption 2 of 36 Photos: Photos: Thatcher through the years Margaret Thatcher through the years – Conservative Party candidate Margaret Roberts, the youngest candidate for any party in the 1950 general election, works in a laboratory where she was a research chemist. Hide Caption 3 of 36 Photos: Photos: Thatcher through the years Margaret Thatcher through the years – The Conservative Party candidate for Dartford in Kent, England, meets some potential constituents in January 1950. Hide Caption 4 of 36 Photos: Photos: Thatcher through the years Margaret Thatcher through the years – Thatcher chats with a police officer outside the House of Commons, where she took a seat as a member of Parliament for Finchley in October 1959. Hide Caption Photos: Photos: Thatcher through the years Margaret Thatcher through the years – Thatcher addresses a Conservative Party conference in October 1967. Hide Caption 6 of 36 Photos: Photos: Thatcher through the years Margaret Thatcher through the years – Thatcher in 1970. Within five years, she would become leader of the Conservatives. Hide Caption 7 of 36 Photos: Photos: Thatcher through the years Margaret Thatcher through the years – Prime Minister Edward Heath with 13 of 15 newly elected Conservative women members of Parliament outside the House of Commons in June 1970. Thatcher became secretary of state for education and science under Heath. Hide Caption 8 of 36 Photos: Photos: Thatcher through the years Margaret Thatcher through the years – Thatcher plays the piano for her husband, Denis, and their twins, Mark and Carol, then 17, in September 1970. Hide Caption 9 of 36 Photos: Photos: Thatcher through the years Margaret Thatcher through the years – Thatcher takes over from Edward Heath as leader of the Conservative Party in 1975. Hide Caption 10 of 36 Photos: Photos: Thatcher through the years Margaret Thatcher through the years – Thatcher addresses Conservatives at the start of the 1979 election campaign. William Whitelaw,

A seismograph is an instrument which measures and records details of what?

seismograph - definition of seismograph in English | Oxford Dictionaries Definition of seismograph in English: seismograph An instrument that measures and records details of earthquakes, such as force and duration. Example sentences ‘Noaa would record the earthquake on seismographs and issue bulletins about the progress of a tsunami.’ ‘A series of digital seismographs installed around the volcano provide a continuous stream of data to the observatory.’ ‘Each country affected by the disaster is to set up a tsunami warning centre to receive information from the pressure gauges, seismographs and wave sensors that will survey the ocean basin.’ ‘Just as a scientist reads a seismograph to measure movements in the ground, the character of a government can be judged by the way it treats the most disadvantaged layers of society.’ ‘Tremors had been recorded in 1908 on a seismograph 4,000 kilometers west of St. Petersburg.’ ‘Later, earthquake seismographs were developed that recorded digitally, and today virtually all modern seismic recordings are digital and thus involve some sort of signal processing.’ ‘This is similar to seismologists using seismographs on Earth to detect earthquakes.’ ‘Richter, who worked in southern California, using data from seismographs - which measure earth movement - devised a method to calculate where an earthquake began, or its epicenter, and its magnitude.’ ‘What comes out of the laboratory and what is measured in the real world by surface seismographs leaves a gap.’ ‘Aftershocks continued for several years, and small earthquakes still waggle seismographs in the region.’ ‘Since there were no seismographs operating in Alaska at that time and no reports of surface faulting in the remote Alaska Range, the location of the 1912 shock is poorly known.’ ‘Eventually the parties agreed on a strict monitoring plan relying on seismographs and strain gauges to assess the effect on the structure as crews installed the caissons.’ ‘All told, 1,200 seismographs - including 800 borrowed from the United States - are being used in the $423,000 project.’ ‘The seismographs recorded the waves from that earthquake and from magnitude 2.1 and 2.8 earthquakes beneath the Cascade Mountains, even though the shaking was too small to be felt by residents.’ ‘A seismograph at Ferris High School showed the trembling lasted for more than 30 seconds with two distinct spikes in intensity.’ ‘With more earthquakes, more and better seismographs recording quakes, and more comprehensive compilations of seismic data, seismologists are sharpening their view of the African plume.’ ‘Traditional seismographs record straight-line movements, for example shaking, whereas ring lasers measure rotational movements like rolling or twisting.’ ‘A series of digital seismographs around the volcano provide a continuous stream of data to the observatory in Goma.’ ‘Old-style seismographs recorded the jiggling of an earthquake on a rotating drum.’ ‘The observatory contained a seismograph to record mining tremors, an evaporation pan and a device to record lightening strikes which are particularly virulent on the Witwatersrand.’ Pronunciation Which of the following is a type of wild cat? cheater Which of the following is a type of wild cat? Pallas's cat Which of the following is a type of wild cat? polecat Which of the following is a type of wild cat? ring-tailed cat Which of the following is a type of wild cat? manul Which of the following is a type of wild cat? hunting cat Which of the following is a type of wild cat? ounce Which of the following is a type of wild cat? bandicoot Which of the following is a type of wild cat? clouded leopard Which of the following is a type of wild cat? puna You scored /10 practise again? Retry Most popular in the world Australia

Who played Sir James bond in the 1967 comedy spy film ‘Casino Royale’?

Casino Royale (1967 film) | James Bond Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Casino Royale (1967 film) Share Ad blocker interference detected! Wikia is a free-to-use site that makes money from advertising. We have a modified experience for viewers using ad blockers Wikia is not accessible if you’ve made further modifications. Remove the custom ad blocker rule(s) and the page will load as expected. Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass (Composers, performers) Running Time: 131 minutes Casino Royale is a 1967 comedy spy film originally produced by Columbia Pictures starring an ensemble cast of directors and actors. It is set as a satire of the James Bond film series and the spy genre, and is loosely based on Ian Fleming 's first James Bond novel . The film stars David Niven as the original Bond, Sir James Bond 007 . Forced out of retirement to investigate the deaths and disappearances of international spies, he soon battles the mysterious Dr. Noah and SMERSH . The film's slogan: "Casino Royale is too much… for one James Bond!" refers to Bond's ruse to mislead SMERSH in which six other agents are designated as "James Bond", namely, Baccarat master Evelyn Tremble ( Peter Sellers ), millionaire spy Vesper Lynd ( Ursula Andress ), Bond's secretary Miss Moneypenny ( Barbara Bouchet ), Bond's daughter with Mata Hari , Mata Bond ( Joanna Pettet ), and British agents "Cooper" ( Terence Cooper ) and "The Detainer" ( Daliah Lavi ). Charles K. Feldman , the producer, had acquired the film rights and had attempted to get Casino Royale made as an EON Productions Bond film; however, Feldman and the producers of the Eon series, Albert R. Broccoli and Harry Saltzman , failed to come to terms. Believing that he could not compete with the Eon series, Feldman resolved to produce the film as a satire. [1] Contents Plot Overview The story of Casino Royale is told in an episodic format and is best outlined in "chapters". Val Guest oversaw the assembly of the sections, although he turned down the credit of "co-ordinating director". [2] Opening sequence Evelyn Tremble/James Bond 007 ( Peter Sellers ) and Inspector Mathis meet in a pissoir (public urinal), where Mathis presents his credentials—in a shot suggesting a display of Mathis' genitals, and setting the tone of the film by satirizing the dramatic opening sequences in the Eon Bond films. Plot summary Sir James Bond , a legendary British spy who retired from the secret service 50 years previously, is visited by the head of British MI6 , M , CIA representative Ransome, KGB representative Smernov, and Deuxième Bureau representative Le Grand. All implore Bond to come out of retirement to deal with SMERSH who have been eliminating agents: Bond spurns all their pleas. When Bond continues to stand firm, his mansion is destroyed by a mortar attack at the orders of M, who is, however, killed in the explosion. Bond travels to Scotland to return M's remains to the grieving widow, Lady Fiona McTarry. However, the real Lady Fiona has been replaced by SMERSH 's Agent Mimi. The rest of the household have been likewise replaced, with SMERSH ’s aim to discredit Bond by destroying his "celibate image". Attempts by a bevy of beauties to seduce Bond fail, but Mimi/Lady Fiona becomes so impressed with Bond that she changes loyalties and helps Bond to foil the plot against him. On his way back to London, Bond survives another attempt on his life. Bond is promoted to the head of MI6. He learns that many British agents around the world have been eliminated by enemy spies because of their inability to resist sex. Bond is also told that the 'sex maniac' who was given the name of 'James Bond' when the original Bond retired has gone to work in television. He then orders that all remaining MI6 agents will be named "James Bond 007", to confuse SMERSH . He also creates a rigorous programme to train male agents to ignore the charms of women. Moneypenny recruits "Coop", a karate expert who begins training to resist seductive women: he also meets an exotic agent known as the Detainer. Bond then hires Vesper Lynd, a retired agent turned m

What is Madame Bovary’s first name in the 1856 novel by Gustave Flaubert?

SparkNotes: Madame Bovary: Plot Overview Madame Bovary Context Character List Madame Bovary begins when Charles Bovary is a young boy, unable to fit in at his new school and ridiculed by his new classmates. As a child, and later when he grows into a young man, Charles is mediocre and dull. He fails his first medical exam and only barely manages to become a second-rate country doctor. His mother marries him off to a widow who dies soon afterward, leaving Charles much less money than he expected. Charles soon falls in love with Emma, the daughter of a patient, and the two decide to marry. After an elaborate wedding, they set up house in Tostes, where Charles has his practice. But marriage doesn’t live up to Emma’s romantic expectations. Ever since she lived in a convent as a young girl, she has dreamed of love and marriage as a solution to all her problems. After she attends an extravagant ball at the home of a wealthy nobleman, she begins to dream constantly of a more sophisticated life. She grows bored and depressed when she compares her fantasies to the humdrum reality of village life, and eventually her listlessness makes her ill. When Emma becomes pregnant, Charles decides to move to a different town in hopes of reviving her health. In the new town of Yonville, the Bovarys meet Homais, the town pharmacist, a pompous windbag who loves to hear himself speak. Emma also meets Leon, a law clerk, who, like her, is bored with rural life and loves to escape through romantic novels. When Emma gives birth to her daughter Berthe, motherhood disappoints her—she had desired a son—and she continues to be despondent. Romantic feelings blossom between Emma and Leon. However, when Emma realizes that Leon loves her, she feels guilty and throws herself into the role of a dutiful wife. Leon grows tired of waiting and, believing that he can never possess Emma, departs to study law in Paris. His departure makes Emma miserable. Soon, at an agricultural fair, a wealthy neighbor named Rodolphe, who is attracted by Emma’s beauty, declares his love to her. He seduces her, and they begin having a passionate affair. Emma is often indiscreet, and the townspeople all gossip about her. Charles, however, suspects nothing. His adoration for his wife and his stupidity combine to blind him to her indiscretions. His professional reputation, meanwhile, suffers a severe blow when he and Homais attempt an experimental surgical technique to treat a club-footed man named Hippolyte and end up having to call in another doctor to amputate the leg. Disgusted with her husband’s incompetence, Emma throws herself even more passionately into her affair with Rodolphe. She borrows money to buy him gifts and suggests that they run off together and take little Berthe with them. Soon enough, though, the jaded and worldly Rodolphe has grown bored of Emma’s demanding affections. Refusing to elope with her, he leaves her. Heartbroken, Emma grows desperately ill and nearly dies. By the time Emma recovers, Charles is in financial trouble from having to borrow money to pay off Emma’s debts and to pay for her treatment. Still, he decides to take Emma to the opera in the nearby city of Rouen. There, they encounter Leon. This meeting rekindles the old romantic flame between Emma and Leon, and this time the two embark on a love affair. As Emma continues sneaking off to Rouen to meet Leon, she also grows deeper and deeper in debt to the moneylender Lheureux, who lends her more and more money at exaggerated interest rates. She grows increasingly careless in conducting her affair with Leon. As a result, on several occasions, her acquaintances nearly discover her infidelity. Over time, Emma grows bored with Leon. Not knowing how to abandon him, she instead becomes increasingly demanding. Meanwhile, her debts mount daily. Eventually, Lheureux orders the seizure of Emma’s property to compensate for the debt she has accumulated. Terrified of Charles finding out, she frantically tries to raise the money that she needs, appealing to Leon and to all the town’s businessmen. Eventually, she ev

Who is the Roman goddess of the dawn?

EOS - Greek Goddess of the Dawn (Roman Aurora) Eos Dawn (êôs) Eos goddess of the dawn, Athenian red-figure krater C5th B.C., Johns Hopkins Archaeological Museum EOS was the rosy-fingered goddess of the dawn. She and her siblings Helios (the Sun) and Selene (the Moon) were numbered amongst the second-generation Titan gods. Eos rose into the sky from the river Okeanos (Oceanus) at the start of each day, and with her rays of light dispersed the mists of night. She was depicted either driving a chariot drawn by winged horses or borne aloft on her own wings. Eos had an unquenchable desire for handsome young men, some say as the result of a curse laid upon her by the goddess Aphrodite . Her lovers included Orion , Phaethon , Kephalos (Cephalus) and Tithonos (Tithonus), three of which she ravished away to distant lands. The Trojan prince Tithonos became her official consort. When the goddess petitioned Zeus for his immortality, she neglected also to request eternal youth. In time he shrivelled up by old age and transformed into a grasshopper. Eos was closely identified with Hemera , the primordial goddess of day. In some myths--such as the tales of Orion and Kephalos--Eos stood virtually as a non-virginal substitute for Artemis . FAMILY OF EOS [1.1] HYPERION & THEIA (Hesiod Theogony 371, Apollodorus 1.8, Hyginus Pref, Ovid Fasti 5.159) [1.2] HYPERION & EURYPHAESSA (Homeric Hymn 31 to Helios) [2.1] PALLAS (Ovid Fasti 4.373, Valerius Flaccus 2.72) OFFSPRING [1.3] BOREAS , ZEPHYROS , NOTOS , EUROS , EOSPHOROS (by Astraios ) (Nonnus Dionysiaca 6.18 & 37.70 & 47.340) [1.4] HESPEROS (by Kephalos) (Hyginus Astronomica) [2.1] ASTRAIA (by Astraios ) (Hyginus Astronomica) [3.1] MEMNON, EMATHION (by Tithonos) (Hesiod Theogony 984, Apollodorus 3.147) [3.2] MEMNON (by Tithonos) (Aethiopis Frag 1, Quintus Smyrnaeus 2.549, Pindar Nemean 6 str3, Diodorus Siculus 4.75.4, Callistratus Descriptions 9, Ovid Fasti 4.713) [3.3] MEMNON (Philostratus Elder 1.7, Callistratus Descriptions 1) [4.1] PHAETHON -TITHONOS (by Kephalos) (Hesiod Theogony 984, Apollodorus 3.181, Pausanias 1.3.1) ENCYCLOPEDIA EOS (Êôs), in Latin Aurora, the goddess of the morning red, who brings up the light of day from the east. She was a daughter of Hyperion and Theia or Euryphassa, and a sister of Helios and Selene. (Hes. Theog. 371, &c.; Hom. Hymn in Sol. ii.) Ovid (Met. ix. 420, Fast. iv. 373) calls her a daughter of Pallas. At the close of night she rose front the couch of her beloved Tithonus, and on a chariot drawn by the swift horses Lampus and Phaëton she ascended up to heaven from the river Oceanus, to announce the coming light of the sun to the gods as well as to mortals. (Hom. Od. v. 1, &c., xxiii. 244; Virg. Aen. iv. 129, Georg. i. 446; Hom. Hymn in Merc. 185; Theocrit. ii. 148, xiii. 11.) In the Homeric poems Eos not only announces the coming Helios, but accompanies him throughout the day, and her career is not complete till the evening; hence she is sometimes mentioned where one would have expected Helios (Od. v. 390, x. 144); and the tragic writers completely identify her with Hemera, of whom in later times the same myths are related as of Eos. (Paus. i. 3. § 1, iii. 18. § 7.) The later Greek and the Roman poets followed, on the whole, the notions of Eos, which Homer had established, and the splendour of a southern aurora, which lasts much longer than in our climate, is a favourite topic with the ancient poets. Mythology represents her as having carried off several youths distinguished for their beauty. Thus she carried away Orion, but the gods were angry at her for it, until Artemis with a gentle arrow killed him. (Hom. Od. v. 121.) According to Apollodorus (i. 4. § 4) Eos carried Orion to Delos, and was ever stimulated by Aphrodite. Cleitus, the son of Mantius, was carried by Eos to the seats of the immortal gods (Od. xv. 250), and Tithonus, by whom she became the mother of Emathion and Memnon, was obtained in like manner. She begged of Zeus to make him immortal, but forgot to request him to add eternal youth. So long as he was young and beautiful, she lived wi

A Silver Jubilee is the anniversary of how many years of a significant event?

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee in United Kingdom Home   Calendar   Holidays   United Kingdom   The Queen's Diamond Jubilee The Queen's Diamond Jubilee in United Kingdom Tuesday, June 5, 2012, was a bank holiday to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee in the United Kingdom. Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by members of her family on a Buckingham Palace balcony in June 2015. Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by members of her family on a Buckingham Palace balcony in June 2015. ©iStockphoto.com/cheekylorns What Do People Do? Moreover, the late May bank holiday was moved to Monday, June 4, 2012, giving people across the UK a four-day long weekend. Many people had a day off work or school to celebrate the bank holiday on June 5, 2012. The celebrations of the Queen’s 60-year reign included: A Diamond Jubilee Medal was commissioned. A UK-wide competition for towns to bid for city status. Royal Borough status was granted to Greenwich, which has a long-standing association with the Windsor family. Buckingham Palace organized many events centered on the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, while the UK’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) coordinated government-led activities in celebrating this special occasion. Public Life Government offices, schools, post offices and most businesses are closed on UK bank holidays. Background Queen Elizabeth II is the head of state of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK) and 15 other Commonwealth realms. She is the daughter of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. Born in 1926 in London, Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was named after her mother, while her two middle names are those of her paternal great-grandmother, Queen Alexandra, and her paternal grandmother, Queen Mary. She is the great-great-granddaughter of Queen Victoria (1819–1901). Queen Victoria, who reigned from 1837, is the only other British monarch to celebrate a Diamond Jubilee, in 1897. Wartime Wedding Elizabeth married Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten–now Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh–at Westminster Abbey on November 20, 1947. The event was simple, as Britain was still recovering from World War II. The Queen came to the throne on February 6, 1952, and her coronation took place on June 2, 1953. She celebrated her Silver Jubilee in 1977 (25 years on the throne) and her Golden Jubilee in 2002 (50 years on the throne). In 2002, she visited 70 cities and towns in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland over 38 days from May to August. People all over the world held street parties, garden parties, and other events to celebrate the Golden Jubilee. The Queen and Prince Philip have four children, with Prince Charles–now the Prince of Wales–as heir apparent to the throne. Symbols British flags, stamps, and coins all represent the Crown in different ways. The most notable symbols of the monarchy in the UK are the Crown Jewels and Regalia, the Honours of Scotland (the Scottish Crown Jewels) and the Principality of Wales. Other symbols include the Great Seal and the monarch’s personal emblems such as the Royal Standard and Coats of Arms. Buildings such as Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse are also seen to represent the monarchy in the UK. The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Observances The Queen's Diamond Jubilee was only observed in the year 2012. Weekday

What is the young of a giraffe called?

What are baby giraffes called? | Reference.com What are baby giraffes called? A: Quick Answer Baby giraffes are called calves. A calf can stand and walk about an hour after it is born, and it begins exploring vegetation within a week. Full Answer Giraffe babies are usually calm. If a mother leaves a calf alone, it will sit quietly and wait for her to return. Older calves stay in a "nursery" with other calves. One giraffe mother stays to watch over them while the others find food and socialize. Calves develop social skills through nursery play as well as build strength and dexterity. Although they will eat bits of vegetation when very young, giraffes do not eat leaves regularly until they are about 4 months old. They continue nursing until they are about 6 to 9 months of age.

The Blisworth Canal Tunnel is in which English county?

Blisworth Tunnel - Graces Guide Grace's Guide British Industrial History Grace's Guide is the leading source of historical information on industry and manufacturing in Britain. This web publication contains 121,787 pages of information and 182,008 images on early companies, their products and the people who designed and built them. Blisworth Tunnel North end. South end. Blisworth Tunnel is a canal tunnel on the Grand Union Canal in Northamptonshire, England between the villages of Stoke Bruerne at the southern end and Blisworth at the northern end. The northern end is about 18 miles from the northern end of the Grand Junction Canal at Braunston, Northamptonshire and the southern end about 20 miles . At 3,076 yards long it is the third-longest navigable canal tunnel on the UK canal network after Standedge Tunnels and Dudley Tunnel . At its deepest point it is c143 feet below ground level. Work began in 1793 or 1794, but errors by contractor left a wiggle in the tunnel, and after three years work it collapsed due to quicksand, claiming the lives of 14 men. It was then decided to begin again with a new tunnel. By the time the rest of the Grand Junction Canal had opened between London and Braunston, Northamptonshire in 1800, apart from the crossing of the River Great Ouse, the section of canal from Blisworth to the lower end of Stoke Bruerne locks was the only section unfinished. This was despite the tunnel having been under construction for seven years: the gap was filled by a temporary horse-drawn tramway over the top of the hill, with goods being transported from boat to wagon and back again. The tramway, built in 1801, was Northamptonshire's first railway. In 1802 they tried again, although William Jessop proposed a flight of locks instead of a tunnel, but James Barnes the resident engineer insisted on the tunnel. In March 1805, the tunnel was finally opened and the rails were used to connect the main line of the canal to the River Nene until the branch canal to Northampton was constructed. There was some major rebuilding of the tunnel in the 1980s, with sections lined with pre-cast concrete rings. It was also used to test out the materials that were later used on the Channel Tunnel. One of the unused rings is on display just outside the south portal. This tunnel is 3056 yards long and still in use. See Also

What was the maiden name of Prince Charles’ second wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall?

Queen Elizabeth II family | Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall Relation to Elizabeth II: Daughter-in-law Born: July 17, 1947 at London, England Current Age: 69 years, 6 months, and 5 days Married (1): Andrew Parker Bowles on July 4, 1973 at Wellington Barracks, London Divorced: January 1, 1995 Children: Tom Parker Bowles, Laura Parker Bowles Married (2): Prince Charles on April 9, 2005 at The Guildhall, Windsor Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, is the second wife or Prince Charles. She was born in London on 17 July 1947 and spent her early life in Plumpton, East Sussex. Her father was Major Bruce Shand and mother Rosalind n�e Cubitt. She has a brother Mark and sister Annabel. She was educated at Dumbrells School in Sussex, Queen�s Gate school in London and finishing schools in Switzerland and France. Her relationship with Prince Charles started at a polo match in 1970 before either of them was married. She was one of a number of girl friends Charles was seen publicly with at the time and before he was under pressure to marry. In 1973 Camilla married Andrew Parker Bowles an Army officer, and they had two children Tom born in 1974, who is a godson of Prince Charles, and Laura 1978. Her husband was Roman Catholic and both children were raised as Roman Catholics. Tom attended Eton College, and in Laura St Mary�s Convent school in Shaftesbury. Prince Charles and Camilla rekindled their relationship in the 1980s during his marriage to Diana and, after Charles publicly admitted adultery, Camilla and Andrew were divorced in January 1995. They had been living apart for sometime and Andrew Parker Bowles remarried a year later. Charles and Diana divorced in 1996 and following Diana�s death in 1997 Charles and Camilla were increasingly seen together. Following their divorces and the public mourning of Diana, it took several years before Camilla was considered acceptable as a possible second wife of Prince Charles and future Queen consort. Their wedding was announced on 10 February 2005, and they were married on 9 April 2005 in a civil ceremony at the Guildhall, Windsor. Neither the Queen nor Prince Philip attended the ceremony. Camilla was given the title Duchess of Cornwall and in Scotland the Duchess of Rothesay. Following their wedding the Duchess began to take on a number of royal duties including accompanying Charles on visits to the United States and the Middle East. Her interests include horse riding and hunting. She became a grandmother in October 2007 when her son Tom Parker Bowles and his wife Sara had a daughter Lola.

Atonement, Enduring Love and Solar are all novels by which Author?

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Which composer wrote the ‘Bridal Chorus’, popularly known as ‘Here Comes the Bride’?

Here Comes The Bride (bridal Chorus By Wagner) (arr J Francis): Royalty Free Music by LynneMusic Here Comes The Bride (bridal Chorus By Wagner) (arr J Francis) Here Comes The Bride (bridal Chorus By Wagner) (arr J Francis) by LynneMusic Buy License 1:43 A happy, but tasteful rendition of this wedding ceremony classic, Piano and two violins, The Bridal Chorus by Richard Wagner is also popularly known as Here Comes The Bride. Authors

How many bottles of champagne in a Jeroboam?

Wine Bottle Sizes Holds 375 ml or one half of the standard bottle size. Bottle Holds 750 ml - the standard size. Magnum Two bottles or 1.5 litres. Double Magnum Twice the size of a magnum, holding 3.0 litres, or the equivalent of 4 bottles. Jeroboam There are two sizes of Jeroboams: the sparkling wine Jeroboam holds 4 bottles, or 3.0 litres: the still wine Jeroboam holds 6 regular bottles, or 4.5 litres. Rehoboam Champagne only - 4.5 litres or 6 bottles. Imperial Holds 6 litres or the equivalent of 8 bottles. Tends to be Bordeaux shaped. Methuselah Same size as an Imperial (6 litres) but is usually used for sparkling wines and is Burgundy-shaped. Salmanazar Holds 12 regular bottles (one case), or 9.0 litres. Balthazar Holds 16 bottles or 12.0 litres. Nebuchadnezzar Holds 20 bottles of wine or 15.0 litres. According to my colleague John Ager, quoting from Fogwells Wine Guide , it is equivalent to 20 standard bottles (15 litres, 3.96 US gal., 3.3 UK gal.). Bill Tighe says that the Nebuchadnezzar, according to the "Random House unabridged Dictionary of the English language, as she is spoken here in the colonies, is 20 quarts, or 18.9 liters". I suspect something amiss here! The Concise Oxford doesn't mention the word. The Encarta World English Dictionary refers only to the Babylonian king.

Salix Babylonica is the Latin name for which tree?

Salix babylonica - Plant Finder Plant Finder Tried and Trouble-free Recommended by 4 Professionals Common Name: weeping willow Height: 30.00 to 50.00 feet Spread: 30.00 to 50.00 feet Bloom Time: April to May Bloom Description: Silver green Sun: Full sun to part shade Water: Medium to wet Garden locations Culture Grow in average, medium to wet, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Thrives in moist soils. Avoid dry soils. Prefers full sun. Prune as needed in late winter to early spring. This species may not be reliably winter hardy in the St. Louis area, and is best grown in the southern parts of the U.S. Noteworthy Characteristics Salix babylonica, commonly called weeping willow or Babylon weeping willow, is a medium to large deciduous tree with a stout trunk topped by a graceful broad-rounded crown of branches that sweep downward to the ground. It grows to 30-50’ (sometimes to 60’) tall and as wide. It is native to China. Many consider this tree to have the best form of the weeping willows available in commerce. Bark is gray-black. Branchlets are typically green or brown. This weeping willow can be a spectacular specimen at the edge of a pond with its branches gracefully weeping down to touch the water, however, it is often very difficult to site this tree in a residential landscape. It is dioecious, with male and female flowers appearing in silvery green catkins (to 1” long) on separate male and female trees. Flowering catkins appear in April-May, but are not showy. Narrow, lanceolate, finely-toothed leaves (to 6” long and 3/4” wide) with long acuminate apices are light green above and gray-green beneath. Variable fall color is usually an undistinguished greenish-yellow. Some experts believe that the true species no longer exists in the wild in China and that plants being sold today under the name S. babylonica are primarily hybrids or mistakenly identified similar species. Salix is an ancient Latin name for willows. The specific epithet was given to this tree by Carl Linnaeus who mistakenly believed it to be the biblical willow of Babylon instead of a tree from China that was likely transported westward beginning in biblical times along the Silk Road trade route from China through central Asia, Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria, eventually finding its way into Europe by the early 1700s. The trees growing in Babylon along the Euphrates River in biblical times were probably poplars (Populus euphratica) which are not willows but are in the willow family. Problems Susceptible to numerous disease problems including blights, powdery mildew, leaf spots and cankers. It also is visited by many insect pests including aphids, scale, borers, lacebugs and caterpillars. Wood is weak and tends to crack. Branches may be damaged by ice and snow. Litter from leaves, twigs and branches may be a problem. Shallow roots may clog sewers or drains and make gardening underneath the trees difficult. Garden Uses Weeping form of this tree is quite beautiful when the tree is planted in appropriate settings. Weeping willow may be grown most effectively in moist soils along streams, ponds or other water bodies. It is generally not recommended for use as a specimen in residential landscapes because of its susceptibility to breakage, potential insect/disease problems, invasive roots which seek out cracks in sewer and water pipes, litter potential, and overall mature size (this can develop into a very large tree).

In which country is Lake Onega?

Lake Onega | lake, Russia | Britannica.com Lake Onega Alternative Titles: Onezhskoye, Ozero Onezhskoe Related Topics Leaders of Muscovy, Russia, the Russian Empire, and the Soviet Union Lake Onega, Russian Onezhskoye, Ozero Onezhskoe, second largest lake in Europe , situated in the northwest part of the European portion of Russia , between Lake Ladoga and the White Sea . It covers an area of 3,753 square miles (9,720 square km). It is 154 miles (248 km) long; its greatest width is 50 miles (80 km); and its greatest depth is about 380 feet (116 m). Lake Onega, Russia MIR Agency The hollow of the lake was formed by movements of the Earth’s crust, but Quaternary glaciers (those from the past 2.6 million years) elongated it from northwest to southeast. The shores to the north and northwest are high and rocky, built of layered granite and covered with forest. There are deep bays at Petrozavodsk , Kondopoga, and Povenots. The southern shores are narrow, sandy, and often marshy or flooded. Onega has about 1,650 islands covering a total of approximately 100 square miles (260 square km), mostly in the northern and northwestern bays. Fifty rivers enter Onega, the largest being the Shuya and Suna in the northwest and the Vodla in the east. In the southeast and east are the Andoma, Vytegra, and Megra rivers. Lake Onega itself empties into the Svir River. The water level reaches its highest point in the summer and its lowest in March–April, varying about 24 inches (60 cm) annually. The water circulates in a twisting pattern within the lake because of differences of temperature between the coastal and the open regions. During autumn gales, waves sometimes reach 14 or 15 feet (about 4.5 m). The region has a cold climate. The coastal parts of the lake and the small bays begin to freeze at the end of November, and the deeper central parts in the middle of January, although in some years the central parts do not freeze. Thawing begins at the end of April. Similar Topics

Which planet has 687 Earth days to one year?

How Long Is A Year On The Other Planets? - Universe Today   Universe Today How Long Is A Year On The Other Planets? Article Updated: 29 Jan , 2016 by Matt Williams Here on Earth, we to end to not give our measurements of time much thought. Unless we’re griping about Time Zones, enjoying the extra day of a Leap Year, or contemplating the rationality of Daylight Savings Time, we tend to take it all for granted. But when you consider the fact that increments like a year are entirely relative, dependent on a specific space and place, you begin to see how time really works. Here on Earth, we consider a year to be 365 days. Unless of course it’s a Leap Year, which takes place every four years (in which it is 366). But the actual definition of a year is the time it takes our planet to complete a single orbit around the Sun. So if you were to put yourself in another frame of reference – say, another planet – a year would work out to something else. Let’s see just how long a year is on the other planets, shall we? A Year On Mercury: To put it simply, Mercury has an orbital period of 88 days (87.969 to be exact), which means a single year is 88 Earth days – or the equivalent of about 0.241 Earth years. But here’s the thing. Because of Mercury’s slow rotation (once every 58.646 days) and its rapid orbital speed (47.362 km/s), one day on Mercury actually works out to 175.96 Earth days. MESSENGER maps of Mercury – a monochrome map at 250 m/pixel and an eight-color (left), 1-km/pixel color map. Small gaps will be filled in during the next solar day (right). Credit: NASA/Johns Hopkins University APL/Carnegie Institution of Washington So basically, a single year on Mercury is half as long as a Mercurian (aka. Hermian) day. This is due to Mercury being the closest planet to the Sun, ranging from 46,001,200 km at perihelion to 69,816,900 km at aphelion. At that distance, the planet shoots around the Sun faster than any other in our Solar System and has the shortest year. In the course of a year, Mercury experiences intense variations in surface temperature – ranging from 80 °K (-193.15 °C;-315.67 °F) to 700 °K (426.85 °C; 800.33 °F). However, this is due to the planet’s varying distance from the Sun and its spin, which subjects one side to extended periods of extremely hot temperatures and one side to extended periods of night. Mercury’s low axial tilt (0.034°) and its rapid orbital period means that there really is no seasonal variation on Mercury. Basically, one part of the year is as hellishly hot, or horribly cold, as any other. A Year On Venus: The second closest planet to our Sun, Venus completes a single orbit once ever 224.7 days. This means that a single year on Venus works out to about 0.6152 Earth years. But, once again, things are complicated by the fact that Venus has an unusual rotation period. In fact, Venus takes 243 Earth days to rotate once on its axis – the slowest rotation of any planet – and its rotation is retrograde to its orbital path. The planet Venus, as imagined by the Magellan 10 mission. Credit: NASA/JPL Combined with its orbital period, this means that a single solar day on Venus (the time between one sunup to the next) is 117 Earth days. So basically, a single year on Venus is lasts 1.92 Venusian (aka. Cytherean) days. Again, this would make for some confusing time-cycles for any humans trying to make a go of it on Venus! Also, Venus has a very small axial tilt – 3° compared to Earth’s 23.5° – and its proximity to the Sun makes for a much shorter seasonal cycle – 55-58 days compared to Earth’s 90-93 days. Add to that its unusual day-night cycle, variations are very slight. In fact, the temperate on Venus is almost always a brutal 736 K (463 °C ; 865 degrees °F), which is hot enough to melt lead! A Year On Earth: Comparatively speaking, a year on Earth is pretty predictable, which is probably one of the reasons why life is able to thrive here. In short, our planet takes 365.2564 solar days to complete a single orbit of the Sun, which is why we add an extra day to the calendar every four years (i.e. a Leap Yea

Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal played two sheep herders in which 2005 film?

Brokeback Mountain (2005) - 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 The story of a forbidden and secretive relationship between two cowboys, and their lives over the years. Director: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 34 titles created 20 Jul 2012 a list of 37 titles created 03 Aug 2013 a list of 35 titles created 21 Jan 2014 a list of 26 titles created 05 Nov 2014 a list of 32 titles created 08 Jun 2015 Search for " Brokeback Mountain " on Amazon.com Connect with IMDb Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Won 3 Oscars. Another 131 wins & 121 nominations. See more awards  » Videos The story of Harvey Milk , and his struggles as an American gay activist who fought for gay rights and became California's first openly gay elected official. Director: Gus Van Sant In the Antarctic, every March since the beginning of time, the quest begins to find the perfect mate and start a family. Director: Luc Jacquet A widower is determined to get to the bottom of a potentially explosive secret involving his wife's murder, big business, and corporate corruption. Director: Fernando Meirelles Two documentary filmmakers chronicle their time in Sonagchi, Calcutta and the relationships they developed with children of prostitutes who work the city's notorious red light district. Directors: Zana Briski, Ross Kauffman Stars: Kochi, Avijit Halder, Shanti Das     1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.4/10 X   In 1959, Truman Capote learns of the murder of a Kansas family and decides to write a book about the case. While researching for his novel In Cold Blood, Capote forms a relationship with one of the killers, Perry Smith, who is on death row. Director: Bennett Miller Post-WWII Germany: Nearly a decade after his affair with an older woman came to a mysterious end, law student Michael Berg re-encounters his former lover as she defends herself in a war-crime trial. Director: Stephen Daldry Alex Gibney exposes the haunting details of the USA's torture and interrogation practices during the War in Afghanistan. Director: Alex Gibney A politically charged epic about the state of the oil industry in the hands of those personally involved and affected by it. Director: Stephen Gaghan     1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.7/10 X   The story of the life and career of the legendary rhythm and blues musician Ray Charles , from his humble beginnings in the South, where he went blind at age seven, to his meteoric rise to stardom during the 1950s and 1960s. Director: Taylor Hackford A family determined to get their young daughter into the finals of a beauty pageant take a cross-country trip in their VW bus. Directors: Jonathan Dayton, Valerie Faris Stars: Steve Carell, Toni Collette, Greg Kinnear A committed dancer wins the lead role in a production of Tchaikovsky's "Swan Lake" only to find herself struggling to maintain her sanity. Director: Darren Aronofsky Two men reaching middle age with not much to show but disappointment embark on a week-long road trip through California's wine country, just as one is about to take a trip down the aisle. Director: Alexander Payne Edit Storyline Two young men, Ennis Del Mar and Jack Twist, meet when they get a job as sheep herders on Brokeback Mountain. They are at first strangers, then they become friends. Throughout the weeks, they grow closer as they learn more about each other. One night, after some heavy drinking, they find a deeper connection. They then indulge in a blissful romance for the rest of the summer. Unable to deal with their feelings for each other, they part ways at the end of the summer. Four years go by, and they each settle down, Ennis in Wyoming with his wife and two girls, and Jack in Texas with his wife and son. Still longing for each other, they meet back up, and are faced with the fact that they need each oth

What is the Silver Streak in the 1976 film of the same name starring Gene Wilder and Richard Pryor?

Silver Streak (1976) Starring: Gene Wilder, Jill Clayburgh, Richard Pryor - Three Movie Buffs Review Reviewed on: August 25th, 2014 Gene Wilder and Richard Pryor in Silver Streak. Silver Streak is a lightweight Hitchcockesque comedy set on board its titular train. While it's genuinely funny with even a modicum of suspense, the reason it's remembered so well is for being the first film to pair Gene Wilder with Richard Pryor. It's a paring that should have happened two years earlier on Blazing Saddles, but Cleavon Little stood in for Pryor when a nervous studio refused to put Pryor in front of the camera. Pryor is very much in a supporting role here, but it's his presence, and particularly his interactions with Wilder, that really kick this movie up a notch. If this were a Hitchcock film, the lead would no doubt have been played by the likes of Cary Grant. Wilder is no Grant (but then no one else ever was) and he makes an unlikely romantic leading man, but makes up for his shortcomings in that department with his comic timing. He plays George, a book editor traveling from Los Angeles to Chicago by train. Very quickly he meets and falls in love with Hilly (Clayburgh), the woman traveling in the next compartment. While enjoying her companionship that first night, he thinks he sees a dead body fall off the roof of the train and past their window. This leads to George becoming involved with a train board mystery and winds up with him being ejected from the train on 3 different occasions. On one of these occasions he encounters Grover (Pryor), a thief who helps him get back aboard the train where they can hopefully rescue Hilly. Much of the humor is generated by Wilder's everyman being in over his head. He goes from being a mild-mannered book editor who is afraid of flying, to someone engaged in a shoot-out while rescuing a damsel in distress. Wilder played hysterical better than anyone and he has a few nice moments where he becomes that here, with one of the best coming when George tries to explain without success what has been happening on board the train to a local sheriff. He also has a cute moment with an old woman and an airplane. Pryor doesn't make his entrance until roughly an hour into the film, but there's an instant chemistry between the two stars. The street smarts of Pryor plays perfectly off of Wilder's fussier straitlaced mannerisms. This is epitomized in the film's most famous scene when Grover convinces George to paint his face with shoe polish and pretend to be black so they can get past the police and back on the train. Along with the leads, there are several recognizable faces in supporting roles. Scatman Crothers plays the train porter and gets a few laughs of his own. Ned Beatty is the dirty minded vitamin salesman who turns out to have more on his mind than just the motion of the train. And Patrick McGoohan plays the Bond Villain worthy Roger Devereau who delights in plots and scenarios. Special mention should also be made of the memorable score by Henry Mancini. The sweeping refrain of its main theme gives the film scope and makes it seem grander than its silly premise. Wilder and Pryor would be funnier together in later pairings and their screen time together would become more democratic, but in terms of quality of the movie itself, this is their finest film. Did you enjoy Scott's review? +10 Reviewed on: September 5th, 2014 Jill Clayburgh, Gene Wilder, Richard Pryor and Scatman Crothers star in Silver Streak Man, I love this movie. I have not seen it in years but enjoyed it just as much this time as I had so long ago. Gene Wilder is a riot as your average Joe caught up in something sinister. He delivered his lines with just the right tone, be it subtle or hysterical. As Scott mentioned, he comes across different folks whenever he gets thrown, or jumps, from the train. Some are helpful while others not so much, but all provide laughs. When he meets the old woman, Rita, who agrees to fly George to the next town, she tells him to milk her cow first. George explains, “I've never milked a cow before.” Rita

Who played Charlie Croker in the 2003 film ‘The Italian Job’?

The Italian Job (2003) - 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 After being betrayed and left for dead in Italy, Charlie Croker and his team plan an elaborate gold heist against their former ally. 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 44 titles created 21 Jul 2012 a list of 28 titles created 26 Oct 2012 a list of 42 titles created 12 Jun 2015 a list of 24 titles created 7 months ago a list of 25 titles created 5 months ago Title: The Italian Job (2003) 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. 7 wins & 7 nominations. See more awards  » Videos Frank is hired to "transport" packages for unknown clients and has made a very good living doing so. But when asked to move a package that begins moving, complications arise. Directors: Louis Leterrier, Corey Yuen Stars: Jason Statham, Qi Shu, Matt Schulze Mercenary Frank Martin, who specializes moving goods of all kinds, surfaces again this time in Miami, Florida when he's implicated in the kidnapping of the young son of a powerful USA official. Director: Louis Leterrier     1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.2/10 X   A marksman living in exile is coaxed back into action after learning of a plot to kill the President. Ultimately double-crossed and framed for the attempt, he goes on the run to find the real killer and the reason he was set up. Director: Antoine Fuqua     1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.3/10 X   Martine offers Terry a lead on a foolproof bank hit on London's Baker Street. She targets a roomful of safe deposit boxes worth millions in cash and jewelry. But Terry and his crew don't realize the boxes also contain a treasure trove of dirty secrets - secrets that will thrust them into a deadly web of corruption and illicit scandal. Director: Roger Donaldson Danny Ocean and his eleven accomplices plan to rob three Las Vegas casinos simultaneously. Director: Steven Soderbergh A retired CIA agent travels across Europe and relies on his old skills to save his estranged daughter, who has been kidnapped while on a trip to Paris. Director: Pierre Morel     1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6.1/10 X   Frank Martin puts the driving gloves on to deliver Valentina, the kidnapped daughter of a Ukranian government official, from Marseilles to Odessa on the Black Sea. En route, he has to contend with thugs who want to intercept Valentina's safe delivery and not let his personal feelings get in the way of his dangerous objective. Director: Olivier Megaton Professional assassin Chev Chelios learns his rival has injected him with a poison that will kill him if his heart rate drops. Directors: Mark Neveldine, Brian Taylor Stars: Jason Statham, Amy Smart, Carlos Sanz Danny Ocean rounds up the boys for a third heist, after casino owner Willy Bank double-crosses one of the original eleven, Reuben Tishkoff. Director: Steven Soderbergh Daniel Ocean recruits one more team member so he can pull off three major European heists in this sequel to Ocean's 11. Director: Steven Soderbergh A bored married couple is surprised to learn that they are both assassins hired by competing agencies to kill each other. Director: Doug Liman Ex-con Jensen Ames is forced by the warden of a notorious prison to compete in our post-industrial world's most popular sport: a car race in which inmates must brutalize and kill one another on the road to victory. Director: Paul W.S. Anderson Edit Storyline Led by John Bridger ( Donald Sutherland ) and Charlie Croker ( Mark Wahlberg ) a team is assembled for one last heist to steal $35 million in gold bars from a

Which sport is the subject of the 1992 film ‘The Mighty Ducks’?

The Mighty Ducks - Movies & TV on Google Play The Mighty Ducks Item added to wishlist. Item removed from wishlist. You will receive an email when your movie becomes available. You will not be charged until it is released. ( 357) Synopsis Tough trial lawyer Gordon Bombay (Emilio Estevez) never loses. But when he's slapped with a community service assignment, he must coach a ragtag team of pee wee hockey players who can't skate, can't score, and can't win! Reluctantly, Bombay takes on the assignment and soon realizes there are more important things than winning. Armed with this new attitude, feathers fly as Bombay and the Ducks battle along to the toughest game of their lives! My review Very lame ice-hockey flick. Janet Maslin The film is remarkably oblivious to the fact that if the team weren't hell-bent on a championship, young moviegoers would be significantly less interested in its adventures. Roger Ebert It must be said that this movie is sweet and innocent, and that at a certain level it might appeal to younger kids. I doubt if its ambitions reach much beyond that. Desson Thomson Those not yet wise to formulaic pablum are likely to enjoy this ice hockey kiddie ensemble comedy. But their older escorts might want to bring a novel and a flashlight, or a Walkman or portable television with earphones. Rita Kempley Steven Brill, who has a small role in the film, constructed the screenplay much as one would put together some of those particleboard bookcases from Ikea. Alvin Saguin Great child hood memory Classic. GO DUCKS! Quack quack quack Critic reviews Full Review Janet Maslin The film is remarkably oblivious to the fact that if the team weren't hell-bent on a championship, young moviegoers would be significantly less interested in its adventures. Full Review Roger Ebert It must be said that this movie is sweet and innocent, and that at a certain level it might appeal to younger kids. I doubt if its ambitions reach much beyond that. Full Review Desson Thomson Those not yet wise to formulaic pablum are likely to enjoy this ice hockey kiddie ensemble comedy. But their older escorts might want to bring a novel and a flashlight, or a Walkman or portable television with earphones. Full Review Rita Kempley Steven Brill, who has a small role in the film, constructed the screenplay much as one would put together some of those particleboard bookcases from Ikea. Alvin Saguin February 9, 2014 Great child hood memory Classic. GO DUCKS! Quack quack quack Jennifer Hajba April 12, 2016 I loved the mighty ducks when I was growing up. Quack Quack Quack! Full Review A Google User October 9, 2012 Bad But where is the second one. Going from first to thrid it gets confusing. So please upload the second one. Cause u guys suck. So please...... sehad ramic July 15, 2014 Ducks Dont say that google user all the movies is good Cheryl Coleman October 10, 2015 Cute Film I bet yu didn't notice the lightskin curly head kid is Jussie Smollett of Empire... A Google User October 17, 2012 I want to buy Please make it available to buy!!! Full Review Brendan Boone May 17, 2016 Great movie I'd have to say it was good, but i like d2 and d3 better and Charlie would have to be my favorite character Full Review Lenore Jojola January 3, 2015 Awesome movie Really cute and cool I recommend you to watch it I'm 91 years old I invented hockey A Google User May 15, 2012 Francais Dommage qu il n y a pas de film francais je pourrais enloeur en fou!!! DAYNA MCCASKILL May 13, 2014 Jocelyn e The mighty ducks mikey iannella April 4, 2014 Mighty ducks Pretty good not the best I like d3 the best Trenton Vlogs December 28, 2014 Great I love movies that make me nervous Torri Salisbury September 8, 2014 Love it so much. I own all three movies :) Devin MacNeil December 26, 2014 It's a good movie but I like d2 better Danny Itt April 2, 2015 Yes yes you won Kenneth Zdunski November 30, 2015 AWESOME! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Larry Billngs June 10, 2015 Gary Gary Fred Horbaty November 5, 2015 Mighty ducks I love mighty ducks Colton Hachey December 31, 2012 Awesome Good movie! Anthony Mare

What is the title of the 1975 film in which a party of schoolgirls are on a day out on St Valentine’s Day in 1900 where three girls and their teacher go missing?

Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975) - 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 Picnic at Hanging Rock ( 1975 ) PG | During a rural summer picnic, a few students and a teacher from an Australian girls' school vanish without a trace. Their absence frustrates and haunts the people left behind. Director: a list of 38 titles created 18 Jan 2012 a list of 27 titles created 11 Sep 2013 a list of 42 titles created 03 Jan 2015 a list of 25 titles created 07 Nov 2015 a list of 46 titles created 20 Nov 2015 Title: Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975) 7.6/10 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. Won 1 BAFTA Film Award. Another 3 wins & 11 nominations. See more awards  » Videos Edit Storyline Three students and a school teacher disappear on an excursion to Hanging Rock, in Victoria, on Valentine's Day, 1900. Widely (and incorrectly) regarded as being based on a true story, the movie follows those that disappeared, and those that stayed behind, but it delights in the asking of questions, not the answering of them. Written by David Carroll <davidc@atom.ansto.gov.au> A recollection of evil See more  » Genres: 2 February 1979 (USA) See more  » Also Known As: El enigma en las Rocas Colgantes See more  » Filming Locations: $27,492 (USA) (26 June 1998) Gross: Did You Know? Trivia The opening lines spoken by Miranda, "What we see and what we seem are but a dream, a dream within a dream" are a paraphrase of lines from the poem A Dream within a Dream, by Edgar Allan Poe. The lines appear as the last two lines of each of the two verses of the poem, with a slight rearrangement in the wording. See more » Goofs Miranda cuts the Valentine's Day cake with a clean kitchen knife. However, the next shot shows the cake cut down the middle, and the same knife lying beside it clean and bare, as if it had never been used. See more » Quotes [first lines] Miranda : What we see and what we seem are but a dream, a dream within a dream. See more » Connections (Canada) – See all my reviews Even though this has been described as a film about sexual repression (and Peter Weir may have thought he was making such a film), I don't think it is--rather, it is a celebration of the dreamy, self contained sexuality (or rather pre-sexuality) of young adolescent girls just before they seriously turn their attention to men. Sure, they may be living in a society straitjacketed by Victorian mores, but the girls really don't seem to be the unhappier for this, non withstanding the earthy maid's comments that she feels sorry for them. Miranda and her friends seem completely content and at ease in their languid, hothousey world of poetry, pink and white bedrooms, and mutual crushes (I was reminded of the similarly dreamy, self contained little universe of the sisters in "The Virgin Suicides--another film that is supposedly about repression). During the noon day nap at Hanging Rock, the girls, heads resting in one another's laps, are in a state very much resembling post coital bliss--far from seeming repressed, they are among the most content women I've ever seen on screen. It is quite arguable that Victorian morality had something to do with their sexuality turning inward like this, but all this does is lend credence to the truism that repression intensifies sexuality--which may explain the lingering fascination the Victorian era has for the modern age, and why one of its most striking symbols of its oppressiveness--the corset--is also very erotically charged. The girls' disappearance into the eerie black land form (that seems to have faces at times, bringing to mind fairy tales about trolls who steal golden haired children) suggests that at in their present state they are so contented that anything else life might hold for them could only be a letd

In which 1968 film did Benny Hill play the toymaker?

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968) - IMDb IMDb 18 January 2017 6:08 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 Chitty Chitty Bang Bang ( 1968 ) G | A down-on-his-luck inventor turns a broken-down Grand Prix car into a fancy vehicle for his children, and then they go off on a magical fantasy adventure to save their grandfather in a far-off land. Director: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 35 titles created 30 Jan 2011 a list of 31 titles created 31 Jul 2011 a list of 26 titles created 08 Sep 2012 a list of 35 titles created 10 months ago a list of 33 titles created 6 months ago Title: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968) 6.9/10 Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 4 nominations. See more awards  » Videos A magical nanny helps bring the two children she's in charge of closer to their father through songs and magical adventures. Director: Robert Stevenson An apprentice witch, three kids and a cynical conman search for the missing component to a magic spell useful to the defense of Britain. Director: Robert Stevenson Charlie receives a golden ticket to a factory, his sweet tooth wants going into the lushing candy, it turns out there's an adventure in everything. Director: Mel Stuart A woman leaves an Austrian convent to become a governess to the children of a Naval officer widower. Director: Robert Wise Young Oliver Twist runs away from an orphanage and meets a group of boys trained to be pickpockets by an elderly mentor. Director: Carol Reed Directors: Norman Ferguson, T. Hee, and 5 more credits  » Stars: Dickie Jones, Christian Rub, Mel Blanc Directors: Victor Fleming, George Cukor, and 3 more credits  » Stars: Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger Edit Storyline An eccentric professor invents wacky machinery but can't seem to make ends meet. When he invents a revolutionary car, a foreign government becomes interested in it and resorts to skulduggery to get their hands on it. Written by Murray Chapman <muzzle@cs.uq.oz.au> Get a "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" Out of Life! See more  » Genres: 18 December 1968 (USA) See more  » Also Known As: Tschitti Tschitti Bäng Bäng See more  » Filming Locations: Did You Know? Trivia Seven different Chitties were built: a worn-out one, a restored one, one for the flying scenes, one for the water scenes and three partial models for various other scenes. See more » Goofs In the candy factory scene, the colour and cut of Mr. Potts' haircut changes right before the Toot Sweet musical number. See more » Quotes Truly Scrumptious : [referring to helping the children] It's a beautiful dream Caractacus, but... I don't see how it's gonna help them. [Truly looks at the children around them and Caractacus stands up] Caracticus Potts : [confident] Do you know what we're gonna do? We're gonna get up into that castle! Toymaker : [incredulous] It is impossible! Caracticus Potts : [confident] Well, we'll see. [Caractacus runs up to a large water channel and looks at the children watching] Caracticus Potts : [loud and clear] Now, everybody listen to me! You wanna get out of here, don't you? [...] Doll On a Music Box/Truly Scrumptious (uncredited) hi, low anywhere we go... 25 April 2005 | by (United States) – See all my reviews This movie is one that has sadly fallen through the cracks of the "classic family musical" floor. My parents were on the ball and raised me on "mary Poppins," "sound of music," and of course, "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang," and I have not yet been weaned off them. (Incidently, all three of these movies share a choreographer) The sheer imagination of this film is akin to that of Peter Pan. It is a tremendous celebration of childhood and fantasy. Sadly, this movie is often overlooked. As a college student, few of my friends know about this film. The few that do

Robert Redford and Jane Fonda play newlyweds Paul and Corie Bratter in which 1967 film?

Barefoot in the Park (1967) - 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 Barefoot in the Park ( 1967 ) Approved | Paul, a conservative young lawyer, marries the vivacious Corie. Their highly passionate relationship descends into comical discord in a five-flight New York City walk-up apartment. Director: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC Watch the video Related News a list of 46 titles created 06 Aug 2012 a list of 48 titles created 23 Nov 2012 a list of 48 titles created 20 Apr 2013 a list of 44 titles created 26 Oct 2013 a list of 44 titles created 5 months ago Title: Barefoot in the Park (1967) 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. Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 6 nominations. See more awards  » Videos A railroad official, Owen Legate comes to Dodson, Mississippi to shut down much of the town's railway (town's main income). Owen unexpectedly finds love with Dodson's flirt and main ... See full summary  » Director: Sydney Pollack Sonny Steele used to be a rodeo star, but his next appearance is to be on a Las Vegas stage, wearing a suit covered in lights, advertising a breakfast cereal. When he finds out they are ... See full summary  » Director: Sydney Pollack Two desperate people have a wonderful romance, but their political views and convictions drive them apart. Director: Sydney Pollack The new warden of a small prison farm in Arkansas tries to clean it up of corruption after initially posing as an inmate. Director: Stuart Rosenberg The escape of Bubber Reeves from prison affects the inhabitants of a small Southern town. Director: Arthur Penn Bill McKay is a candidate for the U.S. Senate from California. He has no hope of winning, so he is willing to tweak the establishment. Director: Michael Ritchie Eileen is 22 and is smarting from her breakup with Russ. She comes to New York to visit her brother, Adam, who is an airline pilot. Eileen confides to her brother that she thinks she may be... See full summary  » Director: Peter Tewksbury A Midwesterner becomes fascinated with his nouveau riche neighbor, who obsesses over his lost love. Director: Jack Clayton Quietly cocky Robert Redford joins U.S. ski team as downhill racer and clashes with the team's coach, played by Gene Hackman. Lots of good skiing action leading to an exciting climax. Director: Michael Ritchie Two friends try sharing an apartment, but their ideas of housekeeping and lifestyles are as different as night and day. Director: Gene Saks A bookish CIA researcher finds all his co-workers dead, and must outwit those responsible until he figures out who he can really trust. Director: Sydney Pollack A mountain man who wishes to live the life of a hermit becomes the unwilling object of a long vendetta by Indians, and proves to be a match for their warriors in one-on-one combat on the early frontier. Director: Sydney Pollack Edit Storyline New Yorkers Paul Bratter and Corie Bratter née Banks have just gotten married. He is a stuffed shirt just starting his career as a lawyer. She is an independently minded free spirit who prides herself on doing the illogical purely out of a sense of adventure, such acts as walking through Washington Square Park barefoot when it's 17°F outside. Their six day honeymoon at the Plaza Hotel shows that they can get to know each other easily in the biblical sense. But they will see if they can get to know each other in their real life when they move into their first apartment, a cozy (in other words, small), slightly broken down top floor unit in a five story walk-up. While Corie joyfully bounds up and down the stairs, Paul, always winded after the fact, hates the fact of having to walk up the six flights of stairs, if one includes the stairs that comprise the outside front stoop. Beyond the issues with the apartment itself, Paul

Who played the fire chief Michael O’Hallorhan in the 1974 film ‘Towering Inferno’?

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What is the occupation of Richard E Grant in the 1995 film ‘Jack and Sarah’?

Jack And Sarah Trailer 1995 - YouTube Jack And Sarah Trailer 1995 Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. The interactive transcript could not be loaded. Loading... Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Published on Nov 10, 2014 Jack And Sarah Trailer 1995 Director: Tim Sullivan Starring: Ian McKellen, Imogen Stubbs, Judi Dench, Richard E. Grant, Samantha Mathis, Cherie Lunghi Official Content From PolyGram Video All alone with the frightening task of bringing up his baby daughter, a busy lawyer hires a nanny. It's a perfect, businesslike relationship until their hearts get in the way. Movie, Jack And Sarah Movie,Jack And Sarah Trailer,Jack And Sarah 1995, Tim Sullivan,Ian McKellen, Imogen Stubbs, Judi Dench, Richard E. Grant, Samantha Mathis, Cherie Lunghi Category

Who played the title role in the 1980 film ‘American Gigolo’?

American Gigolo (1980) - 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 Los Angeles male escort, who mostly caters to an older female clientèle, is accused of a murder which he did not commit. Director: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 32 titles created 27 Jun 2013 a list of 25 titles created 20 Jul 2015 a list of 30 titles created 6 months ago a list of 49 titles created 2 months ago a list of 46 titles created 1 month ago Search for " American Gigolo " on Amazon.com Connect with IMDb Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Nominated for 2 Golden Globes. See more awards  » Videos A young man must complete his work at a Navy Flight school to become an aviator, with the help of a tough gunnery sergeant and his new girlfriend. Director: Taylor Hackford A drug dealer with upscale clientele is having moral problems going about his daily deliveries. A reformed addict, he has never gotten over the wife that left him, and the couple that use ... See full summary  » Director: Paul Schrader A conservative Midwest businessman ventures into the sordid underworld of pornography in California to look for his runaway teenage daughter who is making porno films in California's porno pits. Director: Paul Schrader Keen young Raymond Avila joins the Internal Affairs Department of the Los Angeles police. He and partner Amy Wallace are soon looking closely at the activities of cop Dennis Peck whose ... See full summary  » Director: Mike Figgis     1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5.8/10 X   Jesse has to get out of Las Vegas quickly, and steals a car to drive to L.A. On the way he shoots a police man. When he makes it to L.A. he stays with Monica, a girl he has only known for a... See full summary  » Director: Jim McBride A young woman's sexual awakening brings horror when she discovers her urges transform her into a monstrous black leopard. Director: Paul Schrader A deeply troubled small town cop investigates a suspicious hunting death while events occur that cause him to mentally disintergrate. Director: Paul Schrader Three workers, Zeke ( Richard Pryor ), Jerry ( Harvey Keitel ) and Smokey ( Yaphet Kotto ), are working at a car plant and drinking their beers together. One night when they steal away from their... See full summary  » Director: Paul Schrader A psychiatrist (Gere) has an affair with his patient's sister (Basinger) who is married to a Greek mobster (Roberts). The mobster is a tyrant over his wife. The psychiatrist wants her to ... See full summary  » Director: Phil Joanou     1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5.6/10 X   Eddie, a Chicago cop on the edge, goes undercover as hitman. A man and a mysterious woman want him to kill a merciless New Orleans criminal kingpin. The sting goes sour and Eddie's partner is killed. All Eddie wants now is revenge. Director: Richard Pearce Dr. Eduardo Plarr, despite the name is an Anglo working in a Latin American country. His work is a return home after several years. He begins to form and re-establish friendships and begins... See full summary  » Director: John Mackenzie An escort who caters to Washington D.C.'s society ladies becomes involved in a murder case. Director: Paul Schrader Edit Storyline Julian makes a lucrative living as an escort to older women in the Los Angeles area. He begins a relationship with Michelle, a local politician's wife, without expecting any pay. One of his clients is murdered and Detective Sunday begins pumping him for details on his different clients, something he is reluctant to do considering the nature of his work. Julian begins to suspect he's being framed. Meanwhile Michelle begins to fall in love with him. Written by Ed Sutton <esutton@mindspring.com> See All (247)  » Taglines: He's the highest paid lover in Beverly Hills. He leaves women feeling

Who directed and starred in the 1992 film ‘Unforgiven’?

Unforgiven (1992) - 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 Retired Old West gunslinger William Munny reluctantly takes on one last job, with the help of his old partner and a young man. 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 22 titles created 01 Mar 2011 a list of 28 titles created 21 Mar 2011 a list of 45 titles created 10 Jun 2013 a list of 49 titles created 19 Oct 2013 a list of 25 titles created 5 months ago Search for " Unforgiven " on Amazon.com Connect with IMDb Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Won 4 Oscars. Another 36 wins & 29 nominations. See more awards  » Videos Disgruntled Korean War veteran Walt Kowalski sets out to reform his neighbor, a Hmong teenager who tried to steal Kowalski's prized possession: a 1972 Gran Torino. Director: Clint Eastwood A young recruit in Vietnam faces a moral crisis when confronted with the horrors of war and the duality of man. Director: Oliver Stone Two bounty hunters with the same intentions team up to track down a Western outlaw. Director: Sergio Leone A determined woman works with a hardened boxing trainer to become a professional. Director: Clint Eastwood An in-depth examination of the ways in which the U.S. Vietnam War impacts and disrupts the lives of people in a small industrial town in Pennsylvania. Director: Michael Cimino A bounty hunting scam joins two men in an uneasy alliance against a third in a race to find a fortune in gold buried in a remote cemetery. Director: Sergio Leone A group of professional bank robbers start to feel the heat from police when they unknowingly leave a clue at their latest heist. Director: Michael Mann As corruption grows in 1950s LA, three policemen - one strait-laced, one brutal, and one sleazy - investigate a series of murders with their own brand of justice. Director: Curtis Hanson Violence and mayhem ensue after a hunter stumbles upon a drug deal gone wrong and more than two million dollars in cash near the Rio Grande. Directors: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen Stars: Tommy Lee Jones, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin In Miami in 1980, a determined Cuban immigrant takes over a drug cartel and succumbs to greed. Director: Brian De Palma Greed, deception, money, power, and murder occur between two best friends, a mafia underboss and a casino owner, for a trophy wife over a gambling empire. Director: Martin Scorsese Rocky Balboa, a small-time boxer, gets a supremely rare chance to fight heavy-weight champion Apollo Creed in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect. Director: John G. Avildsen Edit Storyline The town of Big Whisky is full of normal people trying to lead quiet lives. Cowboys try to make a living. Sheriff 'Little Bill' tries to build a house and keep a heavy-handed order. The town whores just try to get by.Then a couple of cowboys cut up a whore. Dissatisfied with Bill's justice, the prostitutes put a bounty on the cowboys. The bounty attracts a young gun billing himself as 'The Schofield Kid', and aging killer William Munny. Munny reformed for his young wife, and has been raising crops and two children in peace. But his wife is gone. Farm life is hard. And Munny is no good at it. So he calls his old partner Ned, saddles his ornery nag, and rides off to kill one more time, blurring the lines between heroism and villainy, man and myth. Written by Charlie Ness It's a hell of a thing, killing a man Genres: Rated R for language, and violence, and for a scene of sexuality | See all certifications  » Pa

Ray Winstone and Ian McShane starred in the 2009 crime drama ’44 Inch ‘what’?

44 Inch Chest (2009) - 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 From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC A jealous husband and his friends plot the kidnapping of his wife's lover with the intention of restoring his wounded ego. Director: a list of 29 titles created 11 Aug 2011 a list of 23 titles created 13 Apr 2012 a list of 29 titles created 15 Jul 2012 a list of 24 images created 03 Mar 2014 a list of 23 titles created 28 Jan 2015 Title: 44 Inch Chest (2009) 5.8/10 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. 2 wins & 2 nominations. See more awards  » Videos Edit Storyline Colin is in agony, shattered by his wife's infidelity. However, he has friends who do more than stand by -- they kidnap the wife's French lover and hold him prisoner so that Colin can restore his manhood with revenge. A kangaroo court takes place and as the situation escalates Loverboy's life hangs in the balance as Colin wrestles with revenge, remorse, grief and self pity, all the while egged on by his motley crew of friends who just want him to get on with it so they can get down the pub. Written by Anonymous Rated R for pervasive strong language including sexual references, and some violence | See all certifications  » Parents Guide: 15 January 2010 (UK) See more  » Also Known As: The word 'cunt' is used 48 times See more » Quotes Liz : It's not like that Colin. I don't feel the same as you, I just want to get out. Colin Diamond : Well fuck off then. Go on, get. Fuck off. I'll be alright. Selfish bastard. I ain't gonna stop you. I'll tell you. You fuck off, you horrible cunt. You traitor. I hate you. Liz : Not if you're going to start calling me names. Colin Diamond : Don't you... a nasty, unfaithful cow who sucked another man's bellend, tell me, fucking tell me, that I'm calling you names. Who is he? Liz : Does it matter? Colin Diamond : Who is he? Tell me the cunt's name, I want to ... [...] Written and Conducted by Victor Young Courtesy of Paramount Pictures & Sony/ATV Publishing (Sydney, Australia) – See all my reviews (I saw this at the Sydney Film Festival, but IMDb has it as "in production", so I may have seen an incomplete version.) The pitch would have been something like "Reservoir Dogs meets Last Orders". From Reservoir Dogs we get the basic set-up of a bunch of crooks played by fine actors meeting in a lock-up and debating what to do with their captive, plus an enigmatic title and a flashback structure. From Last Orders comes a group of top-notch actors clearly enjoying themselves in a brown, downbeat London. Some of the dialogue is fun if you like expletives spat out in poetry-like rhythms. There are good jokes and the acting is, as you'd expect from this lot, pretty fine. I was particularly pleased to see Stephen Dillane get his chance to prove himself cinematically after such an impressive theatrical career. The downside is the plot, or rather the lack of it. The basic premise is laid out early on in the piece, and there is no real conflict to maintain our interest. Contrast the uniformity of opinion here with the combustible dynamics of Mr Blond, Mr White et al and the problem is clear. Some dream sequences intended to open the tale out feel forced, and a couple of minor twists are inconsequential. If this script had been produced with a younger group of unknown actors it might get hailed for its promise. With this cast, 44 Inch Chest can only be counted a disappointment. 53 of 86 people found this review helpful.  Was this review helpful to you? Yes

What are the first names of the Roses played by Kathleen Turner and Michael Douglas in the 1989 film ‘The War of the Roses’?

The War of the Roses (1989) - 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 The War of the Roses ( 1989 ) R | A married couple try everything to get each other to leave the house in a vicious divorce battle. Director: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 27 titles created 01 Aug 2011 a list of 45 titles created 11 Sep 2011 a list of 43 titles created 01 Jul 2012 a list of 42 titles created 06 Feb 2014 a list of 48 titles created 04 Aug 2014 Title: The War of the Roses (1989) 6.8/10 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 3 Golden Globes. Another 2 wins & 6 nominations. See more awards  » Videos This is the sequel to "Romancing the Stone" where Jack and Joan have their yacht and easy life, but are gradually getting bored with each other and this way of life. Joan accepts an ... See full summary  » Director: Lewis Teague A romance writer sets off to Colombia to ransom her kidnapped sister, and soon finds herself in the middle of a dangerous adventure. Director: Robert Zemeckis A married man's one-night stand comes back to haunt him when that lover begins to stalk him and his family. Director: Adrian Lyne A computer specialist is sued for sexual harassment by a former lover turned boss who initiated the act forcefully, which threatens both his career and his personal life. Director: Barry Levinson Two NYC cops arrest a Yakuza member and must escort him when he's extradited to Japan. Director: Ridley Scott A violent, suspended police detective investigates a brutal murder, in which a manipulative and seductive woman could be involved. Director: Paul Verhoeven A remake of the Alfred Hitchcock classic Dial M for Murder (1954). Director: Andrew Davis A borderline personality disordered defense worker frustrated with the various flaws he sees in society, begins to psychotically and violently lash out against them. Director: Joel Schumacher A young and impatient stockbroker is willing to do anything to get to the top, including trading on illegal inside information taken through a ruthless and greedy corporate raider who takes the youth under his wing. Director: Oliver Stone A bitter ex-husband and a put-upon momma's boy both want their respective former spouse and mother dead. Who will pull it off? Director: Danny DeVito A millionaire offers $1,000,000 to a young married couple for a night with the wife. Director: Adrian Lyne An American reporter goes to the Australian outback to meet an eccentric crocodile poacher and invites him to New York City. Director: Peter Faiman Edit Storyline The Roses, Barbara and Oliver, live happily as a married couple. Then she starts to wonder what life would be like without Oliver, and likes what she sees. Both want to stay in the house, and so they begin a campaign to force each other to leave. In the middle of the fighting is D'Amato, the divorce lawyer. He gets to see how far both will go to get rid of the other, and boy do they go far.. Written by Rob Hartill See All (71)  » Taglines: Once in a lifetime comes a motion picture that makes you feel like falling in love all over again. This is not that movie. Genres: 8 December 1989 (USA) See more  » Also Known As: Did You Know? Trivia The amount of time that the Roses, Oliver Rose ( Michael Douglas ) and Barbara Rose ( Kathleen Turner ), had been married was seventeen years. See more » Goofs After Barbara runs over Oliver's car, we see a view from the left side of the crushed car. Then, after a shot of the dinner guests followed by a close-up of Barbara in the truck, there is a shot showing the front of the car, with steam suddenly rising from the engine. Since the car was not running, the engine would not have been hot, so there would have been no steam. See more » Quotes [first lines] Gavin : [Gavin is talking to a client] You

What is the title of the song in the 1981 film ‘Arthur’ that won the Academy Award for Best Song?

Christopher Cross - Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do) - YouRepeat Add our chrome extension to repeat YouTube videos at the click of a button Christopher Cross - Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do) Choose your time range using the slider. Start: Use this link to share your repeat GIF Creation Settings Separate tags with commas or press enter (max 5 tags) Quick GIF Create Tears for Fears- Everybody Wants to Rule the World Christopher Cross Christopher Cross is an American singer-songwriter from San Antonio, Texas. His debut album earned him five Grammy Awards. He is perhaps best known for his US Top Ten hit songs, "Sailing", "Ride Like the Wind", and "Arthur's Theme", the latter recorded by him for the film Arthur, which starred Dudley Moore. "Sailing" earned three Grammys in 1981, while "Arthur's Theme" won the Oscar for Best Original Song in 1981. Place of birth: San Antonio Nationality: United States of America Christopher Cross: An Evening with Christopher Cross Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do) "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)" is a song performed and written by American singer-songwriter Christopher Cross, which was the main theme for the 1981 film Arthur starring Liza Minnelli and Dudley Moore. In the US, it reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and on the Hot Adult Contemporary charts during October 1981, remaining at the top on the Hot 100 for three consecutive weeks. Overseas, it also went to number one on the VG-lista chart in Norway and a top ten hit all around the world. The song became the second and last American number one hit by Christopher Cross. Composer

In the 2000 film ‘Serendipity’, John Cusack and Kate Beckinsale meet in which New York shop?

Serendipity : Watch online now with Amazon Instant Video: John Cusack, Kate Beckinsale, Molly Shannon, Jeremy Piven, John Corbett, Bridget Moynahan, Eugene Levy, Peter Chelsom: Amazon.co.uk By GratuitousViolets TOP 1000 REVIEWERVINE VOICE on 20 Jan. 2007 Format: DVD This is one of those movies that while completely predictable and very unlikely to happen, is still unique and captivating in it's own way. It's a wonderful love story about Jonathan and Sara, two people who meet by chance trying to buy the same pair of Cashmere gloves in Bloomingdales just before Christmas. Both are in a relationship with different people yet, on this one chance meeting and spending a day together, are quite taken with each other. Although Jonathan wants to continue seeing Sara, Sara - as a firm believer in fate - thinks they should let it be fates decision whether they should end up together, and so, Sara writes her name and number in a book which she will give to charity, and Jonathan writes his name and number on a five dollar bill which Sara uses at a Kiosk to buy something. Her logic is that if they should happen upon each others names and numbers in future, it's obvious they should be together again. Some years pass after they depart from each other - both have moved on and are now engaged to other people, and yet, they still have thoughts about each other. Jonathan has been endlessly searching for the book with Sara's number, and as he's soon to be wed, he decides to take one last stab at finding her before it's too late. Sara is also soon to marry, and decides to take off to New York in order to find him. Throughout their search for each other, a huge number of coincidences weave in and out of their lives linking them unknowingly to the other, physically being blocks away and unaware the other is searching, and seredipity is working to bring them together. A wonderful romance with some great comic moments from Molly Shannon, Eugene Levy and Jeremy Piven, and some brilliantly delivered scenes from John Cusack and Kate Beckinsale. You won't be sorry you bought this.

Which 1961 film, set in New York, is based on Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’?

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A Note on Adaptations of Romeo and Juliet Adaptation, whether literary or otherwise, is a basic way of addressing the world as you find it. It requires interpretation and some form of creative engagement with or disengagement from a source text, the latter being a point of departure for the adapter. Adaptation allows for a full continuum of possibility, from the most radical remaking of a text to the most conformist recreation of the same text. When an adapter begins the process of engaging with a prior text, anything is possible and that fact makes adaptation a place where different forms of artistic vision, different forms of interpretation come into being, and frequently, into conflict. In the case of Romeo and Juliet, adaptations lay bare some of the interpretive issues in the play: is it really about young lovers, or is it about the utter failure of adult society to protect them from the circumstances that lead to their deaths? Are the lovers really in love with each other or are they in love with the idea of being in love? Is the play an anti-war play? Does it over-idealize and sentimentalize young love at the expense of other forms of love? What is the nature of the relationship between Mercutio and Romeo? If Romeo rids himself so easily of his love for Rosaline, how seriously are we to take his love of Juliet? Is Tybalt a testosterone-driven sociopath or is he genuinely concerned about the threat the Montagues represent? Do the Nurse and the Friar abdicate their responsibility as adults in facilitating the lovers? These questions, and many others, show the degree to which anyone who engages with the play must think through any number of a myriad of problems to arrive at an interpretation. A huge number of adaptations of Romeo and Juliet exist, created for many media and across many genres. This note lists a sampling of these with the understanding that the listing is far from comprehensive. Versions of Romeo and Juliet exist in which the culture and setting are the key ways in which the text is adapted.

What does Fe represent in the Periodic Table?

Iron»the essentials [WebElements Periodic Table] Element News Iron: the essentials Iron is a relatively abundant element in the universe. It is found in the sun and many types of stars in considerable quantity. Iron nuclei are very stable. Iron is a vital constituent of plant and animal life, and is the key component of haemoglobin. The pure metal is not often encountered in commerce, but is usually alloyed with carbon or other metals. The pure metal is very reactive chemically, and rapidly corrodes, especially in moist air or at elevated temperatures. Any car owner knows this. Iron metal is a silvery, lustrous metal which has important magnetic properties. CAS Registry ID : 7439-89-6 Iron filings salts cause sparks in flames. The picture above shows the result from adding iron filings to a burning mixture of potassium chlorate and sucrose. Do not attempt this reaction unless are a professionally qualified chemist and you have carried out a legally satisfactory hazard assessment. This sample is from The Elements Collection , an attractive and safely packaged collection of the 92 naturally occurring elements that is available for sale. Iron: historical information Iron was discovered by known since ancient times in unknown at not known. Origin of name : from the Anglo-Saxon word "iron" or "iren" (the origin of the symbol Fe comes from the Latin word "ferrum" meaning "iron"). Possibly the word iron is derived from earlier words meaning "holy metal" because it was used to make the swords used in the Crusades.. Iron was known in prehistoric times. Genesis says that Tubal-Cain, seven generations from Adam, was "an instructor of every artificer in brass and iron." Smelted iron artifacts have been identified from around 3000 B.C. A remarkable iron pillar, dating to about A.D. 400, remains standing today in Delhi, India. This solid pillar is wrought iron and about 7.5 m high by 40 cm in diameter. Corrosion to the pillar has been minimal despite its exposure to the weather since its erection. Sometime prior to the autumn of 1803, the Englishman John Dalton was able to explain the results of some of his studies by assuming that matter is composed of atoms and that all samples of any given compound consist of the same combination of these atoms. Dalton also noted that in series of compounds, the ratios of the masses of the second element that combine with a given weight of the first element can be reduced to small whole numbers (the law of multiple proportions). This was further evidence for atoms. Dalton's theory of atoms was published by Thomas Thomson in the 3rd edition of his System of Chemistry in 1807 and in a paper about strontium oxalates published in the Philosophical Transactions. Dalton published these ideas himself in the following year in the New System of Chemical Philosophy. The symbol used by Dalton for iron is shown below. [See History of Chemistry, Sir Edward Thorpe, volume 1, Watts & Co, London, 1914.] Iron around us Read more » Iron compounds are essential to all life. For example, it is an iron atom in haemoglobin that is responsible for carrying oxygen around the blood stream. Iron is not found as the free metal in nature. The most common ore is haematite (iron oxide, Fe203). Iron is found in other minerals such as magnetite, which is seen as black sands along beaches. The core of the earth, more than 2000 in radius, is composed largely of iron. The metal is the fourth most abundant element by weight in the earth's crust. Iron is found native in meteorites known as siderites. Abundances for iron in a number of different environments. More abundance data » Location Second ionisation energy : 1561.9 kJ mol‑1 Isolation Isolation : it is not normally necessary to make iron in the laboratory as it is available commercially. Small amounts of pure iron can be made through the purification of crude iron with carbon monoxide. The intermediate in this process is iron pentacarbonyl, Fe(CO)5. The carbonyl decomposes on heatingto about 250°C to form pure iron powder. Fe + CO → Fe(CO)5 (250°C) → Fe + 5CO The Fe(CO)5 is

Which bean is the main flavour of the liqueur Tia Maria?

TIA MARIA COFFEE LIQUEUR 750ml TIA MARIA COFFEE LIQUEUR 750ml TIA MARIA COFFEE LIQUEUR 750ml 750 ml Bottle Details Tia Maria is a coffee liqueur made originally in Jamaica using Jamaican coffee beans. The main flavor ingredients are coffee beans, cane spirit, vanilla, and sugar, blended to an alcoholic content of 31.5% (alcoholic content as sold has been reduced to 20%). Special Instructions Maximum number of characters: 250 $0.01

In medicine, an Amsler grid is used for examining which part of the body?

Macular Degeneration: Save your sight Home > Macular Degeneration Macular Degeneration Macular degeneration definition, symptoms, treatments and help. Nutrition, diet, supplements and products from alternative medicine. Info on frequency specific microcurrent FSM for eyes. HBOT (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) for AMD. More. Definition The macula is a small spot located on the retina that is necessary for your central vision, that is, the ability to see straight ahead. There are two forms of the condition. About 90 percent of people with AMD have the dry form, while the remaining ten percent have the wet form.  In the dry form, there is loss of pigment in the retina, and small, yellowish deposits form within the layers of the retina. These deposits result in loss of central vision, which makes it difficult to do such simple tasks as reading or driving. The dry form usually progresses slowly, causing a gradual disruption of vision. Wet macular degeneration is more aggressive, and may cause faster or even sudden loss of central vision. Before reading any further, see our medical disclaimer . Although straight ahead, central vision is impaired by the disorder, patients usually retain peripheral vision, so they are not completely blind. Note that the terms age-related macular degeneration (which is what we're discussing here), AMD, and ARMD are used interchangeably to mean the same thing here. Causes and symptoms Most cases happen in older people. The causes have not been nailed down yet, but it is known that the disorder is more common in whites, in women, in those who smoke or are overweight. It is suspected there may be a genetic factor, since a family history increases the risk. Although it is often referred to as macular degeneration disease or macular degenerative disease, AMD is not a disease. Macular Degeneration Symptoms Lines that are straight look wavy Objects appear different in shape or color in each of the eyes Detecting Early AMD: The Amsler Grid Macular Degeneration Test You can get some indication of whether you should see your doctor by using the Amsler Grid macular degeneration chart. A simple Amsler Grid explanation is that it is a printed grid, with vertical and horizontal lines and a dot in the middle. To take the Amsler Grid test, simply stare at the dot. If the lines surrounding the dot bulge or are wavy, you should see a doctor. Here's the definition of an Amsler Grid with directions for use with macular degeneration . You can find printable Amsler Grids on the Internet; for example, there's a printable Amsler Grid here . Dry Macular Degeneration Help Information on treatments from alternative medicine is more available for the dry form than for the wet form, which is treated mainly with surgery and drugs. Macular degeneration aids can take the form of foods, that is nutrition or diet. There are also very promising supplements, vitamins, minerals and other products. In addition, there are treatments, such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy and frequency specific microcurrent stimulation, that show significant success in stopping and even reversing AMD. Macular degeneration treatments Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) Another alternative therapy is frequency specific microcurrent stimulation, or FSM, for people with macular degeneration. FSM delivers two specific frequencies simultaneously, one for the tissue involved, the other specific to the condition. According to Robert Jay Rowen, M.D., frequency specific microcurrent for eyes was pioneered by ophthalmologist Ed Kondrot, M.D., of Phoenix (602-631-4504). When Dr. Kondrot started using microcurrent stimulation with frequencies specific to eyes, he got extraordinary results. Dr. Rowen said that his father, who has macular degeneration, was able to read three more lines on the reading eye chart in just minutes after treatment with frequency specific microcurrent stimulation. Says Dr. Rowen, "FSM is completely legal and even approved by the FDA. FSM machines are a class-2 (safe) device approved for sale by the FDA as a TENS unit (which is very commo

Mieszko I was the first historically documented ruler of which modern-day European country?

Little Poland | European Union | ZoomInfo.com European Union + Get 10 Free Contacts a Month Please agree to the terms and conditions I agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . I understand that I will receive a subscription to ZoomInfo Grow at no charge in exchange for downloading and installing the ZoomInfo Contact Contributor utility which, among other features, involves sharing my business contacts as well as headers and signature blocks from emails that I receive. Web References (2 Total References) This historic city is situated on ... polish.aviation.museum.en.wikimiki.org [cached] This historic city is situated on the Vistula (Wisla) River at the foot of Wawel Hill in the southerly region of Little Poland (Malopolska). ... It was once the national capital and is considered by many to still be the heart of Poland, due to its history of more than a thousand years. ... Around this time, it was incorporated into the holdings of the Piast dynasty of Poland. Several brick buildings were also constructed, including a castle, Romanesque churches, a cathedral, a basilica, and the St. Felix and Adaukt Church. ... The year 1311 saw a rebellion against Poland's King Wladyslaw I. It was organised by Wójt Albert and involved mostly German-speaking citizens of Kraków. ... Kraków rose to new prominence in 1364, when Casimir III of Poland founded the University of Kraków, the second in central Europe after the University of Prague. ... In 1520, Johan Behem made the largest churchbell in Poland, named the Sigismund Bell after king Sigismund I. At the same time Hans Dürer, younger brother of Albrecht Dürer, was Sigismund's court painter. ... The Congress of Vienna (1815) restored the partition of Poland, but gave Kraków independence as the Free City of Kraków. ... As this form of Austrian rule was more benevolent than that exercised by Russia and Prussia, Kraków became a Polish national symbol and a center of culture and art, known frequently as the "Polish Athens" (Polskie Ateny) or "Polish Mecca" to which Poles would flock to revere the symbols and monuments of Kraków's (and Poland's) great past. ... During the war Kraków Legions led by Jozef Pilsudski set out to fight for the liberation of Poland, in alliance with Austrian and German troops. ... Poland was partitioned again in 1939, at the outset of the Second World War, and Nazi German forces entered Kraków in September of that year. ... Kraków's population has quadrupled since the end of the war, and it is still regarded as the cultural capital of Poland. ... Politechnika Krakowska Politechnika Krakowska Main article: Culture of Kraków Kraków is considered by many to be Poland's capital of culture. ... Some Kraków DJs attained local fame, while club celebrities from other parts of Poland and from abroad spin occasionally in the city. ... The Polish state was formed over 1,000 years ago under the Piast dynasty, and reached its golden age near the end of the 16th century under the Jagiellonian dynasty, when Poland was one of the largest, wealthiest, and most powerful countries in Europe. ... In 1989 the first partially-free elections in Poland's post-World War II history concluded the Solidarity (Solidarnosc) movement's struggle for freedom and resulted in the defeat of Poland's communist rulers. ... In 1989 the first partially-free elections in Poland's post-World War II history concluded the Solidarity (Solidarnosc) movement's struggle for freedom and resulted in the defeat of Poland's communist rulers. ... In 1999 Poland acceded to NATO, and in 2004 it joined the European Union. ... Poland's official name in Polish is Rzeczpospolita Polska. ... Their name derives from the tribal name Polanie - people living around Lake Goplo - the cradle of Poland mentioned as Glopeani having 400 strongholds circa 845 (Bavarian Geographer). ... In old Latin chronicles the terms terra Poloniae (land of Poland) or Regnum Poloniae (kingdom of Poland) appear. ... Poland began to form into a recognizable unitary and territorial entity around the middle of the 10th century under the Piast

Avarua is the capital of which island group?

Avarua, capital city of Cook Islands All... Avarua, capital city of Cook Islands The Cook Islands are a dream come true for any traveler who has fantasized about escaping from the modern world's hustle and bustle. The 15 remote islands are home to some of the world's most spectacular natural scenery, and the capital of Avarua is a great jumping off point for exploring it all. Located on Rarotonga, the largest island, Avarua is an intoxicating blend of Polynesian culture, natural wonders and a laid-back atmosphere that runs on island time. It is truly paradise, and there is no other place in the world quite like it. Much of life in Avarua centers around the beaches, and Muri Beach is one of the best. The clear, shallow water is perfect for beginner snorkelers to explore, revealing countless coral formations and sea cucumbers just steps from the shore. If you have fins, you can easily swim out to a small island not far from the coast, but glass-bottom boats can take you there too for a barbecue lunch or sunset cultural show. The Aroa Lagoon Marine Reserve is another excellent place for snorkeling and diving. It is the island's oldest dedicated marine reserve, and hundreds of species of tropical fish gather there to breed each year. This is a real treat for divers, who can swim with thousands of fish each time they enter the crystalline waters. Expect to see huge schools of butterfly fish, moray eels, wrasse, trevally and sea bream in addition to clams and octopi. Avarua is also a hiker's paradise. The surrounding area teems with wildlife, and even a short trek through the jungle will reveal many waterfalls, fresh water swimming holes and small peaks. On land, visit the Sir Geoffrey Henry National Culture Center to get a grasp of the country's history and culture. The complex is actually comprised of six different cultural treasures: the National Archives, the National Auditorium, the National Library, the National Performing Arts Center, the National Anthropology Unit and the National Museum. The National Museum's collection features traditional island handicrafts, including clothing, tools, canoes and other interesting artifacts. The nearby Peace Garden is one of the capital's finest gems. Serene and lush, the garden is the perfect place to relax among the swaying palm trees and vibrant, sweetly-aromatic flowers that bloom year-round. The Cook Island Christian Church is also worth a visit. The mid-19th-century white-coral building is a fine example of the islands' architectural style, and the surrounding graveyard contains a monument to Papeiha, a pioneering Polynesian missionary. The grave of the country's first prime minister, Albert Henry, is to the left of the church, marked by a life-sized bust of the leader. There is never really a bad time to visit the islands, but the best time is during the annual Te Maeva Nui Festival. The arts and culture extravaganza takes over Avarua for one week in July, starting with a whimsical float parade and ending with an island-wide celebration. In between are drum circles on the beach, costume parties, food festivals, free performances and a celebratory vibe that permeates the city. Avarua Geographical Location Avarua is located in the central north of Rarotonga Island and is the largest city in the Cook Islands. Avaruta’s approximate population is 5,600. Avarua Language English and Maori are the official languages of the Cook Islands while there are several other languages spoken solely on individual islands. Avarua Predominant Religion 56% Cook Islands Christian Church 17% Roman Catholic

A ‘prie-dieu’ is a narrow desk-like bench on which to kneel and do what?

1000+ images about Prie Dieu on Pinterest | Prayer, Antiques and Gothic French Louis XIII Style "Prie-Dieu" Prayer Desk in Oak | From a unique collection of antique and modern desks and writing tables at http://www.1stdibs.com/tables/desks-writing-tables/ See More

‘Wot a lot I got’ was the advertising slogan for which confectionery items?

56 Catchy Candy Slogans and Popular Taglines | BrandonGaille.com 56 Catchy Candy Slogans and Popular Taglines 56 Catchy Candy Slogans and Popular Taglines Jun 6, 2013 A list of over 50 catchy candy slogans that sweeten these brands a little more. These popular taglines can be given credit for creating some of the most memorable advertising on television. A lighter way to enjoy chocolate. A Little Something For Everyone. A Mars a day helps you work, rest and play. A palatable confection and a most nourishing food. And All Because The Lady Loves Milk Tray. Are you a Cadbury’s Fruit and Nut Case? At work, rest and play, you get three great tastes in a Milky Way. Bet You Can’t Put A Fruit Pastel In Your Mouth Without Chewing It. Blow Your Own Bubble. Break out of the ordinary. Ch-a-a-a-w-clit! Cleans your teeth while it cleans your breath. Comfort in every bar. Don’t Forget The Fruit Gums, Mum. Don’t let hunger happen to you. Double your pleasure, double your fun. For That Stormy Breath. For the Kid in you. Get some nuts! Handles your hunger so you can handle, well…anything. Have a break, have a Kit Kat. Have you felt the bubbles melt? How many licks does it take to get to the center of a…. Hungry? Why wait? If he kissed you once, will he kiss you again? Isn’t life juicy. It’s all in the mix. It’s more than a mouthful… It’s Not For Girls. It’s too good for the kids. Life’s good between Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. Lot’s of things have changed, but Hershey’s goodness hasn’t. Made to make your mouth water. Makes mouths happy. Melts in your mouth, not in your hands. N-E-S-T-L-E-S, Nestles makes the very best! Nobody better lay a finger on my Butterfinger! Only Smarties Have the Answer. Put a Tic Tac in your mouth and get a bang out of life. Roses Grow on You. Say it with a KISS. Smoking prohibited. PEZing allowed. Sometimes you feel like a nut. Sometimes you don’t. Taste the explosion. There’s no wrong way to eat a Reese’s. To make that tough job easier you deserve. Two for me, none for you. Two great tastes that tastes great together. You got chocolate in my peanut butter! You got peanut butter in my chocolate! Go here to see some more slogan examples and find out the perfect slogan formula for creating a catchy slogan that brings in more customers. The infographic below looks at some of the most popular candy brands on social media. Their advertising strategy is a combination of both contented and continued engagement with consumers. Here are the secret tactics I used to build my website traffic to over 2 million monthly visitors and grow my email list to over 100,000 subscribers:

Which fruit is the international symbol of hospitality?

PINEAPPLE – INTERNATIONAL SYMBOL OF HOSPITALITY | Foodsite Magazine PINEAPPLE – INTERNATIONAL SYMBOL OF HOSPITALITY Posted on by Marty Martindale November 23, 2012 pi It started in 1493. Columbus saw his first pineapple on the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe. In his book,  Why We Eat What We Eat, Raymond Sokolov,  in the chapter entitled, Columbus the Unwitting, relays the explorer’s description of the pineapple. “  … they are like the artichoke plant, but four times as tall [which] gives the fruit  the shape of a pine cone, twice as big, which fruit is excellent, and it can be cut with a knife like a turnip, and it seems to be very wholesome.” From that year until plenty of refrigerated ships plied the seas, there followed a massive pineapple frenzy: So appealing to the eye, so symetrical, so delicious, this member of the orchid family captured the imaginations of  notables of both the Old and New World. Seafaring captains bore them as trophies from long journeys signifying a triumphant return home. They  impaled pineapples in the front of their homes prominently symbolizing, “Visitors Welcome.” Soon architects worked the haunting pineapple shape into gracious entrance columns, stair-rail finials, gate posts,  roof-top weather vanes and door knockers. Welcome mats and the privacy of bedrooms were also “given” locations for pineapple art. The juicy fruit was incorporated into Southern hospitality with intricate pineapple needlework on fine linens for gracious ladies.  Pineapples were indeed the gemstones on exotic groaning boards where enlightened conversations went on into the depths of night. They fetched high prices due to cost of growing and transporting. So sought after, the prickly fruits were frequently rented to hosts by the day! This popularity of the pineapple was further reinforced when The Educational Institute of the American Hotel & Motel Association chose it  for their symbol of hospitality. Though the pineapple originated in Brazil and Paraguay prior to Columbus’ introduction in the West Indies, it wasn’t until 1777 that Captain Cook introduced the fruit to the Pacific islands. James Dole opened his pineapple canning facility in the 1920s. This industry was the area’s largest for 40 years. Now, pineapples are imported from the Canaries and Azores, Central America, Mexico,  Puerto Rico and the west coast of Africa. Due to the enzymes they carry, pineapple makes an excellent marinade which tenderizes  meats. Care must be taken to not over-marinate meat; the enzyme is so powerful it will make meat fall apart. Even pineapple workers must wear gloves to protect their hands from constant exposure. The enzyme also keeps gelatin from setting, so pineapple is not good for fruit jellies. If the pineapple is cooked, the enzyme action disappears. Rich in vitamin C and Manganese, the pineapple is actually not oneruit, but many. The diamond-shaped segments of the skin and the eyes are actually more than a hundred individual seedless fruits. The prickly short hair-like extensions from the pineapple eyes are in fact the remains of flowers that once bloomed on the pineapple spike. This low-calorie fruit doesn’t grow on trees. It belongs to the orchid or bromeliad, family and rises from the center of the plant on a single spike encircled with swordlike leaves. It is not the only bromeliad to produce edible fruit, the feijoa is another. To chose a good one, select one with healthy leaves on top. If it smells fragrant and sweet it will taste that way too. Pineapples will not continue to ripen after picking but will instead begin to decay after 4 weeks. Conquering the pineapple you have selected is simple:  (Too many people tend to over-complicate the process and settle for canned

Serial and Parallel are ports found in what?

serial port Definition from PC Magazine Encyclopedia Definition of: serial port serial port A socket on a computer used to connect a modem, data acquisition terminal or other device via a serial interface (one data bit following the other). Serial ports provide very slow speeds and have been superseded by USB and other faster interfaces for peripheral connections to desktop computers. Although still widely used in data acquisition, the serial port is no longer found on new computers. Earlier PCs used the port for the mouse, and earlier Macintoshes used it to attach a printer. DB (D-Sub) Connectors and COM Ports If present, the serial port on the back of a PC is a male 9-pin connector (DE-9 D-sub connector). Earlier PCs may have had two 9-pin connectors or one 9-pin and one 25-pin (DB-25). On a PC, serial ports are called "COM ports," identified as COM1, COM2, etc. See COM1 and D-sub connectors . Serial, Parallel and Game In earlier PCs, one or two serial ports, one parallel port and one game port were included on the motherboard. On the first PCs, these ports were contained on a stand-alone expansion card plugged into the ISA bus. Contrast with parallel port . See serial interface and RS-232 . Faster, But Still Serial The USB and FireWire (IEEE 1394) interfaces were added to PCs in 1998, offering a quantum jump in transfer rate, plus the ability to daisy chain large numbers of devices on the same bus. Like the legacy serial port, USB and FireWire are also serial interfaces. See USB and FireWire . In Transition As USB ports (left) began to proliferate, the serial and parallel ports (right) were included for a while, but eventually gave way entirely to USB.

The Painted Desert lies in which US state?

Painted Desert | desert, Arizona, United States | Britannica.com Painted Desert Atacama Desert Painted Desert, section of the high plateau in north-central and northeast-central Arizona , U.S. The Painted Desert extends from the Grand Canyon in a southeasterly direction along the north side of the Little Colorado River to Holbrook. It is approximately 150 miles (240 km) long and 15 to 50 miles (25 to 80 km) wide and covers an area of some 7,500 square miles (19,400 square km). Painted Desert, north-central Arizona. Jon Sullivan The name was first used in 1858 by a government explorer, Lieutenant Joseph C. Ives, to describe the area’s brilliantly coloured shales, marls, and sandstones, which are banded with vivid red, yellow, blue, white, and lavender. At times the air glows with a pink mist or purple haze of desert dust. Elevations range from about 4,500 to 6,500 feet (1,370 to 1,980 metres). The rolling surface is broken by isolated buttes and is bounded on the north by vermilion cliffs, rising to broad, flat-topped mesas. Marks of volcanic activity are abundant and widely scattered. The region is barren and arid, with 5 to 9 inches (127 to 229 mm) of annual precipitation and yearly temperature extremes of −25 to 105 °F (−31 to 41 °C). Painted Desert, Arizona, U.S. David Muench/EB Inc. Part of the southeastern section of the desert is within the northern portion of Petrified Forest National Park . Notable there is the Black Forest Bed, one of four remarkable areas of petrified trees of Triassic age (i.e., dating from about 252 million to 201 million years ago). The rocks in that formation are some 213 million years old. Navajo and Hopi reservations occupy a large part of the Painted Desert, and the Navajo use the variegated brightly coloured sands for their famous ceremonial sand paintings . Learn More in these related articles:

Rapper/songwriter Eminem made his official film debut in which 2002 film?

8 Mile Official Trailer #1 - (2002) HD - YouTube 8 Mile Official Trailer #1 - (2002) HD Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. The interactive transcript could not be loaded. Loading... Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on Sep 2, 2011 8 Mile movie clips: http://j.mp/1CM8Nah BUY THE MOVIE: http://amzn.to/rShjp3 Don't miss the HOTTEST NEW TRAILERS: http://bit.ly/1u2y6pr CLIP DESCRIPTION: A young rapper (Eminem) struggles to seize an opportunity within his bleak life but his problems threaten to weigh him down. FILM DESCRIPTION: Controversial rap star Eminem makes his acting debut in this hard-edged urban drama, inspired in part by incidents from the musician's own life. Jimmy Smith (Eminem), known to his friends as Rabbit, is a young man trying to make his way out of the burned-out shell of inner-city Detroit. Rabbit's entire life has been a hard climb, and it certainly hasn't gotten any easier lately; Rabbit has just been dumped by his girlfriend, forcing him to move back in with his emotionally unstable mother, Stephanie (Kim Basinger), and he's getting along especially poorly with Stephanie's new boyfriend. Rabbit has a factory job that's tough, demeaning, and doesn't pay especially well, and he's convinced his skills as a rapper are his only real hope at a better life. Rabbit makes music with a crew of DJ's and MC's who call themselves Three One Third, among them his close friend Future (Mekhi Phifer), but his status as a white kid making music in a predominantly African-American community and culture is extremely intimidating, and after Rabbit freezes up in the midst of an MC battle, he's convinced he's missed his chance and that he's doomed to lead a marginal life as a factory rat for the rest of his days. With the help of his friends, and his new girlfriend Alex (Brittany Murphy), Rabbit struggles to work up the courage and the confidence to take one more shot at making his dream a reality. 8 Mile was shot on location in Detroit; the name refers to 8 Mile Road, a thoroughfare along the city's perimeter which effectively separates the middle-class suburban neighborhoods from the lower-class inner-city. CREDITS: Cast: Eminem, Mekhi Phifer, Kim Basinger, Brittany Murphy Director: Curtis Hanson Producers: Carol Fenelon, Gregory Goodman, Brian Grazer, Curtis Hanson, Jimmy Iovine, Stuart Parr, Paul Rosenberg, James Whitaker Screenwriter: Scott Silver WHO ARE WE? The MOVIECLIPS channel is the largest collection of licensed movie clips on the web. Here you will find unforgettable moments, scenes and lines from all your favorite films. Made by movie fans, for movie fans. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MOVIE CHANNELS:

Kenny Shiels became permanent manager of which Scottish football club in 2011?

Kilmarnock manager Kenny Shiels hopes for quick deal - BBC Sport BBC Sport Kilmarnock manager Kenny Shiels hopes for quick deal 11 May 2012 Kilmarnock manager Kenny Shiels hopes to conclude talks over a new deal soon after the final match of the season. The Scottish League Cup winners end their league campaign at Dunfermline's East End Park on Saturday. "It needs to be wrapped up in a manner which is in the best interests of the club," said Shiels, who became permanent manager last summer. I want to put the team first and see where it takes us Kenny Shiels Kilmarnock "The best interests of the club is to have me as the manager, I feel. That's what everyone else thinks as well." Shiels originally stepped up from his position as assistant boss to succeed Mixu Paatelainen as manager on a caretaker basis in March 2011. "This time last season I was in the same situation where I didn't know if I was going to be the manager or not," added Shiels. "It's the same scenario. "There's nothing there at the minute for me, so tomorrow could be my last day. You never know. "I want to have optimism about the place. It's very important to me that I'm still part of Kilmarnock after Saturday. I want to be. "I want to put the team first and see where it takes us." Share this page

Which colour represents Line 11 of the Paris Metro rail system?

Line 12 of the Paris Metro | The Global Transit Guidebook by HARTride 2012 The Global Transit Guidebook by HARTride 2012 hartride2012tampa 1 Comment Greetings everyone! As promised, I will be discussing Line 12 of the Paris Metro in this post. Line 12 is one of several vital north-south subway routes that traverse the wonderful city of Paris. Line 12 starts in the southwestern suburbs of Issy, traveling northeastward through the neighborhood of St. Lambert, and making a brief southeast curve towards the rail station of Gare Montparnasse. After servicing Gare Montparnasse, the line curves northwestward along Boulevard Raspail towards the Seine.  Before arriving at the Seine, Line 12 takes a curve towards the north, where it eventually reaches Gare St. Lazare (another major rail station of Paris). Between Gare St. Lazare and Abbesses stations, the line twists and turns several times, making the journey rather unpleasant at times (however, most commuters don’t seem to notice). Beyond Abbesses station are the northern suburbs of Clignancourt and La Chapelle, by which the station of Porte de la Chapelle served as the line’s northern terminus for nearly a century. A new northern terminus at the southern fringe of Aubervilliers opened on December 18, 2012. Method of construction: Some of you will probably be able to tell just by the description in the last paragraph that Line 12 is a very curvy line. In fact, there are only a handful of straight segments along the route, since construction of the line was done using the “cut and cover” method, by which the street is dug out to make way for the subway tunnel, and then covered over when the tunnel is complete. This method is used frequently with subway construction and is a money saver over methods that have the subway tunnels built at a much lower depth. However, this method often leaves subway lines to be quite close to the surface and isn’t practical in environments where you have a lot of buildings in the area [1]. To see just how curvy Line 12 is, I’ve created a Google Map that depicts where the route travels. A brief history: Line 12 opened in 1910 as the Line A of the Nord-Sud Company, which was a private subway company. The Nord-Sud at the time was competing with the CMP (which stands for Compagnie du chemin de fer métropolitain de Paris), which was another private subway company. As the name would imply, the Nord-Sud had constructed subway lines that ran on a north-south axis, rather than the east-west axis of the various CMP lines. However, Nord-Sud only constructed two lines, with a third still under construction when the company was absorbed by the CMP during the 1930s. In 1948, the CMP in-turn, was absorbed by the the state-operated organization that is now known as the RATP (which stands for Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens). The three Nord-Sud lines were originally known as Lines A, B, and C, while the CMP utilized a numbering convention for their lines. The first segment of Line A opened in 1910 between Porte de Versailles and Notre-Dame-de-Lorette. The line was then gradually extended northward to Jules Joffrin and southward to Mairie d’Issy. In 1916, the northern terminus at Porte de la Chapelle had opened. From that point until 2012, the configuration of Line A remained relatively unchanged. When Nord-Sud was absorbed by the CMP in the 1930s, the lines were re-numbered as 12, 13, and 14. Line 14 was eventually immersed into the current Line 13, when a tunnel underneath the Seine was constructed to link the two lines together [2]. Stations: Unlike many of the CMP-built lines, the Nord-Sud built lines are distinguished by their vaulted station ceilings and markings over the tunnel entrances that signal the direction of the terminus. These markings would read “Direction Montparnasse” to the south and “Direction Montmartre” to the north. Wall tiling was also very eloquent and distinct compared to some of the other subway lines. Originally, trains along Line 12 were powered by overhead wires instead of a third rail, like they are today [3]. Another highlight

Which Stephen King novel is said to have been rejected by 30 different publishers?

Famous Books Rejected Multiple Times Famous Books Rejected Multiple Times By Maeve Maddox Commenting on That First Page , a reader remarks: Then there is the story of Orwell’s novel being rejected by American publishers because “American readers don’t like animal stories!” Publishers and agents alike have turned down books that finally made it into print and immortality. Two books devoted to the subject give details of now embarrassing reasons given for turning down writers who have become household names: Pushcart’s Complete Rotten Reviews (1998), Edited by Bill Henderson and Andre Bernard. (“You’re welcome to Le Carré; he hasn’t got any future.”) Rejections of the Written Famous (2003) by Joyce Spizer  (“Tony Hillerman’s agent told him, ‘Get rid of the Indian stuff'”) Here, with the number of times the book was turned down, are some examples to give you courage next time you receive a rejection letter. (Note: the figures are taken from websites and not directly from the books.) Auntie Mame, Patrick Dennis (15) Carrie, Stephen Kng (30) Chicken Soup for the Soul, Jack Canfeld and Mark Victor Hansen (140) Diary of Anne Frank (16) Dr. Seuss books (15) Gone with the Wind, Margaret Mitchell (38) Harry Potter book one, J. K. Rowling (9) Jonathan Livingston Seagull, Richard Bach (18) Kon-Tiki, Thor Heyerdahl (20) M*A*S*H, Richard Hooker (17) The Peter Principle, Laurence Peter (16) The Prncess Diaries, Meg Cabot (17) Watership Down, Richard Adams (26) A Wrinkle in Time, Madeleine L’Engle, (26) Subscribe to Receive our Articles and Exercises via Email You will improve your English in only 5 minutes per day, guaranteed! Subscribers get access to our exercise archives, writing courses, writing jobs and much more! You'll also get three bonus ebooks completely free! 12 Responses to “Famous Books Rejected Multiple Times” Eric H. Roth on December 30, 2008 5:54 pm As a university writing instructor, I often mention this litany of missed great books by publishers and expert editors. The book that I usually mention first, however, is not on your fine list: Catch-22 by Joseph Heller. Originally, it was titled Catch-18 but he increased the number with each rejection letter from leading publishers. Of course, Heller had the last laugh as his comic masterpiece become an international bestseller and became a cultural reference point in 1960s. The Oxford English Dictionary even includes the phrase today and a Hollywood film was based on the book. Thanks for the article and gentle reminder that tastes differ and experts do not always know best! Bean on January 02, 2009 6:08 am You say that Americans don’t like animal books. I won’t read anything human, or atleast imagine them as humans, because I like animal stories ONLY. Also, can you all say how many times Redwall was turned down? Stephen Thorn on October 22, 2009 5:08 pm In fact, “Carrie” had been dumped in the garbage. Stephen King was disgusted with it (presumably after all the rejections) and had tossed it in the rubbish. His wife, Tabitha, saw the manuscript and rescued it; she read it and convinced him to keep trying. That was the start of King’s career (and lots of sleepless nights for many fortunate readers). John Gil on November 09, 2009 9:23 am I am an architect and a writer and wish to add to your list Robert Pirsig’s Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance. About 105 publishers. Still selling well today since the 1970’s. Prashant Badiger on July 30, 2010 8:17 am Rejections are part of writer’s life. This article is a great piece and encourages a writer to put more efforts. As a writer, I have also come across such instances where the content written by me were not approved. But by hard work and effort, it were later accepted by the same people who initially rejected it. I appreciate the writings of Louisa May alcott, Mark Twain, Alexandre Dumas, Arthur Conan Doyle. Their works have inspired me to write effortlessly. John Gil on July 30, 2010 2:19 pm Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance was rejected 104 times as I recall. It continues to sell today over 40 years late

In the Bible, what is the surname of Judas, who kissed Jesus in the garden of Gethsemene?

Bible Fun For Kids: Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane Saturday, November 1, 2014 Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane This week is Jesus in the garden. I hand out the Malchus mask and the kids loved it when they saw the ear was removable! While I taught the lesson, I had a plastic ear in my pocket and when I came to the Malchus part, I used my sword and cut of my right ear! Oh, they love that! You can see the ears here . There is a praying hands printable.There are a lot of different things to learn about prayer, but for this lesson, I decided to discuss what to pray for and how to pray. I used it as a conversation starter to discuss prayer and this can be used for several different lessons.   Last week we learned about Jesus entering into Jerusalem. The Disciples had found the donkey that wasn't ridden before. Jesus rode on the donkey and the people had cut down palm trees and laid them on the ground. The people had thrown their coats on the ground too! (Mt. 21:8) The crowd shouted Hosanna! They were praising Jesus as the Savior! We also talked about the Lord's supper. In the evening, Jesus gathered His Disciples in the upper room. Jesus took the bread, prayed and tore it. They all ate some, then Jesus did the same with the cup. They sang a hymn, and then they left the upper room and went to the mount of Olives. You can find today's lesson in Matthew 26:30-56; Mark 14:32-52;  Luke 22:39-52;  John 18:1-12 Jesus told His Disciples that two days after the Passover, He would be crucified. Some of the Chief Priests and Scribes were discussing how to get Jesus killed, but they wanted to wait until after the Passover. One of the 12 Disciples named Judas Iscariot met with the Chief Priests and agreed to deliver Jesus to them for 30 pieces of silver. Remember it was at night. When they had finished in the upper room, they went to a place called the Garden of Gethsemane and Jesus asked His Disciples to wait while He went to pray. Jesus told the Disciples (not Judas) to "Stay here while I go over there and pray. Jesus took Peter, James and John with Him. Jesus was very sad and upset. Jesus told Peter, James and John to stay and keep watch for Him. Jesus walked a little further away and with His face bowed, He prayed to God. Jesus asked God if it is possible, for him to not have to go through what is coming. But, Jesus would do what God wanted. Jesus was so upset, an angel came to give Him strength. (Luke 22:43) When Jesus want back to the Disciples, Jesus saw them asleep! Jesus asked Peter "Couldn't you keep watch just for one hour?" Jesus told Peter to watch and pray. Jesus went to pray again. He asked God again to "Let this pass. But, Your will be done." Jesus went back to the Disciples and they were sleeping again! Jesus left and went back and prayed asking God for the same thing. Jesus went back to the Disciples and they were sleeping again! Jesus left and went back the third time and prayed asking God for the same thing. (Mt. 26:44) While Jesus was praying, Judas came with a detachment of soldiers (Usually 600 soldiers) with the Chief Priests and Pharisees. They had lanterns, torches and weapons. Judas kissed Jesus, and by doing that, he confirmed to the soldiers who Jesus was. Peter, a Disciple, took his sword and cut off a servant of the High Priest's right ear! (John 18:10) His name was Malchus. Jesus touched Malchus' ear, and he was healed. (Luke 22:51) Another miracle! Jesus told them that this is the prophecy being fulfilled. They arrested Jesus and tied Him up! All the Disciples left Jesus and ran! (Mt. 26:56) Next week we will learn about some of the trials that Jesus went through.   I created this for today's lesson to talk more about prayer. A large part of today's lesson is Jesus praying. I had these cut and stapled together so we could use the time to study prayer more. This more of a discussion starter for your students with scriptures and fill in the blanks. Each person's will be different and is meant for them to think about what, who, why they are praying. The hands are in color or black & white. The questions ar

A biped is an animal with how many feet?

Biped - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Your continued donations keep Wikipedia running!     Biped Jump to: navigation , search Bipedalism is standing , or moving for example by walking , running , or hopping , on two appendages (typically legs ). An animal or machine that usually moves in a bipedal manner is known as a biped (/'bi.pɛd/), meaning "two feet" ( Latin bi = two + ped = foot). An ostrich , one of the fastest of living bipeds A Man Running - Edward Muybridge Contents Types of bipedal movement There are a number of states of movement commonly associated with bipedalism. 1. Standing . Staying still on both legs. In most bipeds this is an active process, requiring constant adjustment of balance. 2. Walking . One foot in front of another, with at least one foot on the ground at any time. 3. Running . One foot in front of another, with periods where both feet are off the ground. 4. Hopping . Moving by a series of jumps with both feet moving together. [ edit ] Bipedal animals Bipedal movement has evolved a number of times other than in humans , mostly among the vertebrates . The most obvious example of bipedal movement is among the birds and their ancestors the theropod dinosaurs. All dinosaurs are believed to be descended from a fully bipedal ancestor, perhaps similar to Eoraptor . Indeed, their descendants, the larger flightless birds, the ratites , such as the ostrich , perhaps epitomise the capacity to move bipedally, able to reach speeds of up to 65 km/h. Likewise many theropod dinosaurs, especially the maniraptors , are believed to have been able to move at similar speeds. Bipedal movement also re-evolved in a number of other dinosaur lineages such as the iguanodons . Bipealism has also evolved in the crocodilian line, a sister group to the dinosaurs and birds - a crocodile relative from the triassic , Effigia okeeffeae , was believed to be bipedal [1] . Penguins are interesting birds with regard to bipedality as they tend to hold their bodies upright, rather than horizontal as in other birds. Bipedal movement is less common among mammals , most being quadrupedal . The largest mammalian group using bipedal movement are the kangaroos and their relatives. However these tend to move mostly by hopping, which is quite different from humans, and also from birds and theropods. There are also various groups of hopping rodents, such as the kangaroo rats . A primate, the sifaka , also moves by hopping when on the ground. Possibly the only mammal other than humans that commonly moves bipedally by an alternating gait rather than hopping is the giant pangolin . Limited examples of bipedalism are found in some other mammals. One exception is found among some primates who live in forests that are often flooded, the bonobo ape and proboscis monkey . These primates will wade through water in a bipedal stance. On occasion bonobos and proboscis monkeys, and less frequently some other primates, will also walk or stand bipedely on land. A number of animals, such as rats , will squat on their hindlegs in order to manipulates food objects. The raccoon often stands erect or squats in water to use its hands to manipulate food and rocks/sticks. Beavers will also move bipedally at times when carrying branches. Some animals, such as the bear , may raise up and move bipedally during physical confrontation, so as to better be able to use their forelegs as weapons. Also a number of mammals, such as ground squirrels or meerkats will stand on their hind legs, but not walk on them, in order to survey their surroundings. Finally gerenuk antelope are known to stand on their hind legs in order to eat leaves from trees. The extinct giant ground sloth had hip joints whose form indicates that they also did this. Another extinct group, the bizarre rhino / gorilla -like chalicotheres may also have behaved similarly. Among the non- archosaur reptiles bipedalism is rare, and it is unknown among the amphibians , however it its found in the "reared-up" running of certain lizards . An interesting example is found in at least one genus of basilisk lizard t

Egg, Barcelona, Ball and Korum are all types of which item of furniture?

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46664 was the prison number of which famous political figure?

Nelson Mandela Fast Facts - CNN.com Nelson Mandela Fast Facts CNN Library Updated 8:13 PM ET, Tue September 22, 2015 Chat with us in Facebook Messenger. Find out what's happening in the world as it unfolds. Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – Nelson Mandela, the prisoner-turned-president who reconciled South Africa after the end of apartheid, died on December 5, 2013. He was 95. Hide Caption 1 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – Mandela became president of the African National Congress Youth League in 1951. Hide Caption Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – Mandela poses for a photo, circa 1950. Hide Caption Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – Mandela poses in boxing gloves in 1952. Hide Caption 4 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – Mandela in the office of Mandela & Tambo, a law practice set up in Johannesburg by Mandela and Oliver Tambo to provide free or affordable legal representation to black South Africans. Hide Caption 5 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – From left: Patrick Molaoa, Robert Resha and Mandela walk to the courtroom for their treason trial in Johannesburg. Hide Caption 6 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – Mandela married his second wife, social worker Winnie Madikizela, in 1958. At the time, he was an active member of the African National Congress and had begun his lifelong commitment to ending segregation in South Africa. Hide Caption 7 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – Nelson and Winnie Mandela raise their fists to salute a cheering crowd upon his 1990 release from Victor Verster Prison. He was still as upright and proud, he would say, as the day he walked into prison 27 years before. Hide Caption 8 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – A jubilant South African holds up a newspaper announcing Mandela's release from prison at an ANC rally in Soweto on February 11, 1990. Two days later, more than 100,000 people attended a rally celebrating his release from jail. Hide Caption 9 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – Mandela and Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda arrive at an ANC rally on March 3, 1990, in Lusaka, Zambia. Mandela was elected president of the ANC the next year. Hide Caption 10 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – After his release in 1990, Mandela embarked on a world tour, meeting U.S. President George H.W. Bush at the White House in June. Hide Caption 11 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – At his Soweto home on July 18, 1990, Mandela blows out the candles on his 72nd birthday cake. It was the first birthday he celebrated as a free man since the 1960s. Hide Caption 12 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – Mandela and his wife react to supporters during a visit to Brazil at the governor's palace in Rio De Janeiro, on August 1, 1991. Hide Caption 13 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – South African President Frederik de Klerk, right, and Mandela shared a Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 for their work to secure a peaceful transition from apartheid rule. Hide Caption 14 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – Mandela votes for the first time in his life on March 26, 1994. Hide Caption 15 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – On April 27, 1994, a long line of people snake toward a polling station in the black township of Soweto outside of Johannesburg in the nation's first all-race elections. Hide Caption 16 of 31 Photos: The evolution of Nelson Mandela The evolution of Nelson Mandela – Mandela in Mmabatho for an election rally on March 15,

Who plays David Starsky in the 2004 film ‘Starsky and Hutch’?

Starsky & Hutch (2004) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error Two streetwise cops bust criminals in their red-and-white Ford Torino with the help of police snitch called Huggy Bear. Director: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 46 titles created 15 May 2012 a list of 41 titles created 07 Oct 2013 a list of 25 titles created 02 Nov 2013 a list of 40 titles created 11 Aug 2014 a list of 38 titles created 05 Feb 2015 Search for " Starsky & Hutch " on Amazon.com Connect with IMDb Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. 3 wins & 9 nominations. See more awards  » Videos At the end of his career, a clueless fashion model is brainwashed to kill the Prime Minister of Malaysia. Director: Ben Stiller A group of misfits enter a Las Vegas dodgeball tournament in order to save their cherished local gym from the onslaught of a corporate health fitness chain. Director: Rawson Marshall Thurber Three friends attempt to recapture their glory days by opening up a fraternity near their alma mater. Director: Todd Phillips John Beckwith and Jeremy Grey, a pair of committed womanizers who sneak into weddings to take advantage of the romantic tinge in the air, find themselves at odds with one another when John meets and falls for Claire Cleary. Director: David Dobkin In 2002, two rival Olympic ice skaters were stripped of their gold medals and permanently banned from men's single competition. Presently, however, they've found a loophole that will allow them to qualify as a pairs team. Directors: Josh Gordon, Will Speck Stars: Will Ferrell, Jon Heder, Amy Poehler     1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6.6/10 X   #1 NASCAR driver Ricky Bobby stays atop the heap thanks to a pact with his best friend and teammate, Cal Naughton, Jr. But when a French Formula One driver, makes his way up the ladder, Ricky Bobby's talent and devotion are put to the test. Director: Adam McKay Jackie Moon, the owner-coach-player of the American Basketball Association's Flint Michigan Tropics, rallies his teammates to make their NBA dreams come true Director: Kent Alterman Two mismatched New York City detectives seize an opportunity to step up like the city's top cops whom they idolize -- only things don't quite go as planned. Director: Adam McKay Male nurse Greg Focker meets his girlfriend's parents before proposing, but her suspicious father is every date's worst nightmare. Director: Jay Roach All hell breaks loose when the Byrnes family meets the Focker family for the first time. Director: Jay Roach Ron Burgundy is San Diego's top-rated newsman in the male-dominated broadcasting of the 1970s, but that's all about to change for Ron and his cronies when an ambitious woman is hired as a new anchor. Director: Adam McKay A buttoned up newlywed finds his too organized life falling into chaos when he falls in love with an old classmate. Director: John Hamburg Edit Storyline Set in the 1970s in a metropolis called "Bay City," this is the tale of two police detective partners, Ken "Hutch" Hutchinson, and Dave Starsky, who always seem to get the toughest cases from their boss, Captain Dobey, rely on omniscient street informer Huggy Bear and race to the scene of the crimes in their souped-up 1974 Ford Torino hot rod, telling the story of their first big case (as a prequel to the TV show), which involved a former college campus drug dealer who went on to become a white collar criminal. Written by Austin4577@aol.com The original partners in crime. See more  » Genres: Rated PG-13 for drug content, sexual situations, partial nudity, language and some violence | See all certifications  » Parents Guide: 5 March 2004 (USA) See more  » Also Known As: Starsky et Hutch See more  » Filming Locations: $28,103,367 (USA) (5 March 2004) Gross: Did You Know? Trivia Todd Phillips was having a hard time

Columbus Day in the US is celebrated during which month?

Columbus Day in the United States Home   Calendar   Holidays   the United States   Columbus Day Columbus Day in the United States Columbus Day, which is on the second Monday of October, remembers Christopher Columbus' arrival to the Americas on October 12, 1492. This holiday is controversial because the European settlement in the Americas led to the demise of the history and culture of the indigenous peoples. Statue of Christopher Columbus The Christopher Columbus monument in Barcelona, Spain. ©iStockphoto.com/Lya_Cattel Observe Columbus Day Some Americans celebrate the anniversary of the discovery of their country with church services and other activities. In some towns and cities, special church services, parades and large events are held. Many celebrations happen in the Italian-American community. The celebrations in New York and San Francisco are particularly noteworthy. In Hawaii Columbus Day is celebrated as Discoverers' Day, but it is not a state holiday. Many states now celebrate Native Americans' Day/Indigenous People's Day instead of Columbus Day. What’s Open or Closed? Columbus day is a public holiday in many parts of the United states, but is not a day off in some states. Some government offices are closed because Columbus Day is still a federal government holiday. The day is a legal observance in states like Florida. Many businesses and shops are open in states that don't have Columbus Day as a public holiday. Schools are not required to close but check with your school district or school calendar on Columbus Day school holiday closures. The same goes for post offices - check with your local post office. About Columbus Day Christopher Columbus is often portrayed as the first European to sail to the Americas. He is sometimes portrayed as the discoverer of the New World. However, this is controversial on many counts. There is evidence that the first Europeans to sail across the Atlantic were Viking explorers from Scandinavia. In addition, the land was already populated by indigenous peoples, who had 'discovered' the Americas thousands of years before. Columbus Day originated as a celebration of Italian-American heritage and was first held in San Francisco in 1869. The first state-wide celebration was held in Colorado in 1907. In 1937, Columbus Day become a holiday across the United States. Since 1971, it has been celebrated on the second Monday in October. The date on which Columbus arrived in the Americas is also celebrated as the Día de la Raza (Day of the Race) in Latin America and some Latino communities in the USA. However, it is a controversial holiday in some countries and has been re-named in others. Columbus Day celebrations are controversial because the settlement of Europeans in the Americas led to the deaths of a very large proportion of the native people. It has been argued that this was a direct result of Columbus' actions. It is clear that the arrival of the European settlers led to the demise of a large proportion of the history and culture of the indigenous peoples of the Americas. It has also been argued that Columbus should not be honored for discovering North America, as he only went as far as some islands in the Caribbean and never got as far as mainland America. Note: timeanddate.com states the facts and issues associated with this observance but does not disclose its opinion on the matter. Columbus Day Observances

Mombasa is the chief port of which country?

Google Map of Mombasa, Kenya - Nations Online Project About Mombasa Satellite view is showing Mombasa, second largest city and chief port of Kenya . The city is located on Mombasa island at a bay of the Indian Ocean on the southern tip of the country, about 480 km (300 mi) south east of Nairobi , Kenya's capital. Moi Avenue in Mombasa with the Mombasa "Tusks" portal, the memorial was built to commemorate the visit of Queen Elizabeth to Mombasa in 1952. Image: Collins432 History (short version) Before Mombasa became an Arab trading center in the 8th century until the 18th century, the area was originally inhabited by the African Bantu people. The Portuguese (namely Vasco da Gama), became the first known Europeans to visit the port of Mombasa in 1498, but were met with hostility and soon departed. The Portuguese eventually controlled the city from 1529 to 1698, when a three-year siege of Fort Jesus by Arabs ended with their expulsion. In the 18th century Mombasa was again briefly held by the Portuguese but then became subject to Oman , whose local representative eventually became the independent ruler of Zanzibar . In 1887 it passed to the British and became capital of the British East Africa Protectorate of Kenya until 1907. Today Mombasa has a population of about 900,000 inhabitants. Spoken languages are Swahili and English. Main attractions in Mombasa are Fort Jesus, the Portuguese fort built in the end of the 17th century, Mombasa Marine Park, a national reserve established in 1986 to protect the biodiversity and the general environment of the area. Shimba Hills National Reserve is near the city, the area of coastal rainforest, woodland and grassland offers the highest density of African elephant in Kenya. Just zoom in (+) to see the remains of Fort Jesus, built by the Portuguese in 1593-1596 to protect the port of Mombasa, today a UNESCO World Heritage Site . The map shows a city map of Mombasa with expressways, main roads and streets, and the location of Moi International Airport ( IATA code : MBA). To find a location use the form below.   To find a location type: street or place, city, optional: state, country. Local Time Kenya: Time zone: Eastern Africa Time (EAT) :: UTC/GMT +3 hours φ Latitude, λ Longitude (of Map center; move the map to see coordinates): , Google Earth: Searchable Map and Satellite view of Mombasa, Kenya. City Coordinates: 4°3′ S, 39°40′ E

What was the middle name of former US President Richard Nixon?

Richard M. Nixon - U.S. Presidents - HISTORY.com Richard M. Nixon A+E Networks Introduction Richard Nixon (1913-94), the 37th U.S. president, is best remembered as the only president ever to resign from office. Nixon stepped down in 1974, halfway through his second term, rather than face impeachment over his efforts to cover up illegal activities by members of his administration in the Watergate scandal. A former Republican congressman and U.S. senator from California, he served two terms as vice president under Dwight Eisenhower (1890-1969) in the 1950s. In 1960, Nixon lost his bid for the presidency in a close race with Democrat John F. Kennedy (1917-63). He ran for the White House again in 1968 and won. As president, Nixon’s achievements included forging diplomatic ties with China and the Soviet Union, and withdrawing U.S. troops from an unpopular war in Vietnam. However, Nixon’s involvement in Watergate tarnished his legacy and deepened American cynicism about government. Google Education and Early Political Career Richard Milhous Nixon was born on January 9, 1913, in Yorba Linda, California . He was the second of five sons of Francis Anthony Nixon (1878-1956), who struggled to earn a living running a grocery store and gas station, and his wife, Hannah Milhous Nixon (1885-1967). .Nixon absorbed his parents’ discontent with their working-class circumstances and developed a strong sense of ambition.. Did You Know? While serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, Richard Nixon won large amounts of money playing poker. He used these winnings to help fund his first political campaign in 1946. He attended Whittier College, where he excelled as a debater and was elected president of the student body before graduating in 1934. Three years later, he earned a law degree from Duke University, where he was head of the student bar association and graduated near the top of his class. After Duke, he returned to Whittier, California, and began working as an attorney. In 1940, Nixon married Thelma Catherine “Pat” Ryan (1912-93), whom he met while participating in a local theater group. The couple had two daughters, Patricia (1946-) and Julie (1948-). When America entered World War II (1939-45), Nixon joined the U.S. Navy and served as an operations officer in the Pacific. Following the war, Nixon launched his political career in 1946 when he defeated a five-term Democratic incumbent to represent his California district in the U.S. House of Representatives. As a congressman, Nixon served on the House Un-American Activities Committee and rose to national prominence by leading a controversial investigation of Alger Hiss (1904-1996), a well-regarded former State Department official who was accused of spying for the Soviet Union in the late 1930s. Nixon was re-elected to Congress in 1948 and two years later, in 1950, won a seat in the U.S. Senate. An Unsuccessful Bid for the Presidency Although Nixon’s attacks on alleged Communists and political opponents alarmed some people, they increased his popularity among conservative Republicans. In 1952, General Dwight Eisenhower selected the 39-year-old first-term senator to be his vice presidential running mate. A few months after accepting the nomination, Nixon became the target of a negative campaign that raised questions about money and gifts he allegedly received from industry lobbyists. Nixon answered these charges in his famous “Checkers” speech, claiming that the only gift he ever accepted was a puppy named Checkers for his young daughter. The speech proved effective and preserved Nixon’s spot on the ticket. Eisenhower and Nixon won the election of 1952 and were re-elected in 1956. In 1960, Nixon claimed the Republican presidential nomination, but lost one of the closest elections in American history to U.S. Senator John F. Kennedy of Massachusetts . The turning point of the campaign came in the first-ever nationally televised presidential debate. During the broadcast, Nixon appeared pale, nervous and sweaty compared with his tan, well-rested and vigorous opponent. The loss to Kennedy

Who was the last Tudor monarch of England?

The Tudors - Monarchs | HistoryOnTheNet The Tudors The Tudors - Monarchs Last Updated: 08/04/2014 - 09:09 The Tudors reigned from 1485 until 1603. There were 5 crowned monarchs and Lady Jane Grey reigned as Queen for just 9 days. The Tudor kings and queens were very powerful and they are noted for the numbers of people executed during the period. Henry VII came to the throne after defeating Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485. He was a serious man and faced many challenges to his place on the throne, the most notable being from Lambert Simnel and Perkin Warbeck. He married Elizabeth of York, daughter of Edward IV uniting the houses of Lancaster and York and ending the Wars of the Roses. Henry successfully established the Tudor dynasty and when he died in 1509, his son's succession was not challenged and England was a rich and prosperous country. Henry VIII is the best known of the Tudor Monarchs, he was the second son of Henry VII and became King because his brother, Arthur had died. He married his brother's widow, Catherine of Aragon when he became King, but divorced her when she did not produce a male heir to the throne. In order to gain his divorce, Henry had to establish the Church of England and end Catholicism. Henry went on to marry another five wives - Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Katherine Howard and Katherine Parr. Anne Boleyn and Katherine Howard were executed for treason. He died in 1547. Edward VI came to the throne at the age of 9 years. He was a sickly child and the country was run by his protectors: firstly, the Duke of Somerset, his mother's brother, then by the Duke of Northumberland. Edward died at the age of 15 in 1553. Lady Jane Grey was chosen to be Queen by the Duke of Northumberland in an attempt to keep England a Protestant country. Next in the line of succession was Henry VIII's eldest daughter, Mary. Mary was a Catholic and had sworn to return England to Catholicism. The public did not approve of Jane's succession and supported Mary's claim to the throne. Queen Jane reigned for just 9 days before Mary successfully took the throne. Jane and her husband, Guildford Dudley, son of the Duke of Northumberland, were beheaded. Mary I was the daughter of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon and was a committed Catholic . When she came to the throne she vowed to return England to Rome and Catholicism. She is known as Bloody Mary because of the numbers of people who were executed for being Protestants. She made herself even more unpopular by marrying Philip of Spain and losing Calais, England's last possession in France. Mary died in 1558, probably of cancer of the womb. Elizabeth I became Queen after her sister Mary I died without an heir. She was the daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. She upheld Protestantism in England and her will was the law. She did not marry and was known as the Virgin Queen. During Elizabeth's reign the age of exploration began with explorers such as Francis Drake claiming new lands for England and introducing new materials and foods. The American State , Virginia, is named after her. When Elizabeth died in 1603 the Tudor line ended. Quiz:

What colour was the medal ribbon on the Naval Victoria Cross until 1918?

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Who became head of the KGB in May 1967?

web page template Web Resources Abstract The KGB, or Komitet Gosudarstvennoy Bezopasnosti (Committee for State Security), is the best known name for the terror and espionage organization that operated within the Soviet Union during the twentieth century.  This agency underwent a series of name changes and modifications since the Russian Revolution of 1917.  In fact, the KGB was only the official name for forty-six years, between 1954 and 1991.  Though the name is relatively modern, terror organizations have long been a part of Russia�s political structure. The functions of these organizations were expanded from the political police role that was played by the Okhrana played during Tsar Nicholas II�s reign. In 1917, Illich Vladimir Lenin created the Cheka out of the remnants of the Ohkrana.  This new organization, which eventually evolved into the KGB, held broad responsibilities including espionage, the protection of Soviet secrets, and the isolation of the Soviet Union from Western goods, news, and ideas.  In 1991, the Soviet Union collapsed, leading to the fragmentation of the KGB into many subsidiary organizations that are the last remnants of a legacy that began nearly a century ago. The  Origins of the KGB In 1880, Tsar Alexander II formed the Department of State Police, known to the Russian population as the Okhrana (Andrew, 20).  This organization was used primarily to investigate, infiltrate and deactivate the various radical factions within Russia during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.  By placing Okhrana members within the various revolutionary groups, the tsar remained constantly aware of the movement of these organizations and could thwart any potential attack with relative ease.  In fact, between 1908 and 1909, four of the five members of the St. Petersburg committee of the Bolshevik Party were Okhrana officials (Freemantle, 17).  Nicholas II was so secure in his infiltration of these groups that he chose to ignore warnings in November 1916 of imminent revolution from other members of his collapsing government. In February 1917, over 400,000 industrial workers in St. Petersburg spontaneously revolted in response to hunger and poor working conditions (Freemantle, 18).  This strike caught Tsar Nicholas completely off guard because none of the revolutionary groups that the Okhrana had been tracking were involved.  Compounding the uprising, the Russian army sided with the civilian population against the government.  As the government crumbed, the Russian parliament, or Duma, became the provisional government and the tsar abdicated. During the nine months of uncertain democracy that ensued, Illich Vladimir Lenin and his Bolshevik party secretly organized their forces.  After one failed coup in July 1918, the Bolshevik-controlled Military Revolutionary Committee stormed the WinterPalace on October 25, 1918.  They seized control after very little resistance and Lenin became the head of the new government (Andrew, 38). Lenin strongly believed in the use of terror and admired the Jacobins, the most radical of the French revolutionaries of 1790 (Freemantle, 21).  He appointed Feliks Dzerzhinsky as the chairman of the People�s Commissariat for Internal Affairs, the NKVD (Freemantle, 21).  The primary objective of this organization was to combat counter-revolution and sabotage throughout the nation.To do this more effectively, The Vecheka was formed as a subsidiary of the NKVD on December 20, 1917 (Freemantle, 21).  Shortened to �Cheka� by the people, this organization was the original basis for the more recent KGB.Dzerzhinsky, a Polish nobleman who had served an eleven year prison term resulting from his involvement in anti-Tsarist terrorism activities before the Russian Revolution, was Lenin�s immediate choice for Chairman. As Dzerzhinsky became acclimated to his new position, he began to make changes to the Cheka�s format.In December 1920, the location of the Cheka�s headquarters was moved from St. Petersburg to the former offices of the All Russian Insurance Company in Moscow (a si

What does the Latin phrase ‘Ars gratia artis’ translate to in English?

Translation of Ars gratia artis in English Free Download Now! Ars gratia artis in English "Art for art's sake" is the usual English rendering of a French slogan from the early 19th century, "l'art pour l'art", and expresses a philosophy that the intrinsic value of art, and the only "true" art, is divorced from any didactic, moral, or utilitarian function. Such works are sometimes described as "autotelic", from the Greek autoteles, "complete in itself", a concept that has been expanded to embrace "inner-directed" or "self-motivated" human beings. See more at Wikipedia.org...

A nullipara is a woman who has never done what?

Nullipara - definition of nullipara by The Free Dictionary Nullipara - definition of nullipara by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/nullipara A woman who has never given birth. [Latin nūllus, none; see ne in the Appendix of Indo-European roots + -para .] nul·lip′a·rous adj. nullipara n, pl -rae (-ˌriː) (Gynaecology & Obstetrics) a woman who has never borne a child [C19: New Latin, from nullus no, not any + -para, from parere to bring forth; see -parous] nulˈliparous adj

What is the capital of Lithuania?

Vilnius - The Capital Of Lithuania | Travel Lithuania Vilnius Urban Vilnius is the Capital of Lithuania located in the center of Europe which is both contemporary and ancient, rich in architecture, historical monuments, culture heritage, thematic festivals and entertainments. Vilnius is the fastest growing capital in the Baltic States, aspiring to become the most attractive political, business and culture center between Lithuania neighbor countries. A very significant step in reaching this purpose is becoming the European Capital of Culture 2009. The Main Facts Vilnius is the largest city in Lithuania with the population of approximately 554.400 inhabitants according to data of 2007. The population contains of 57,8% Lithuanians, 18,7% Poles, 14% Russians, 4 % Byelorussians, 0,5% Jews and 5% of other nationalities. The area of Vilnius is about 400 sq.km in total, 29,1% of which is covered by buildings, 68,8% by greenery and 2,1% by waters. History According to a legend, the authentic history of Vilnius began when the Grand Duke Gediminas in the early 14th century dreamt a gargantuan iron wolf howling enormously loudly. The Grand Duke asked magus Lizdeika to explain the dream and was told to found a city in the place he slept because the city is destined to become glorious and well known in all around the world. Looks like Lizdeika was right. Gediminas founded the city and named it after the name of river Vilnia. As soon as Vilnius was founded, the Capital of the Great Duchy of Lithuania was shifted from Trakai to Vilnius. At that time Vilnius became a center of tolerance where people of various nationalities settled and lived there in harmony developing trade and crafts. As soon as the Vilnius University was established in 1579 by King of Poland Stefan Batory, the city became a center of education and culture as well. Many years the destiny of Vilnius was closely related with Poland. There were even times when polish was set up as a language of higher classes. In order to avoid Russian military threat Lithuania had to sign a union that united Lithuania and Poland to a Commonwealth of Two Nations. However in 1795 the Commonwealth was divided between Russia, Austria and Prussia. Vilnius felt to Russia. Hopes for the Commonwealth recreation emerged when the great general Napoleon Bonaparte appeared in Vilnius in 1812. However, Napoleon was defeated and his highly debatable campaign of recovering the Commonwealth ended in disaster. Despite the difficulties some new Lithuanian seeds were sowed because of Vilnius University where Simonas Stanevicius and Simonas Daukantas worked in order to renew Lithuanian identity. However, the Vilnius University was closed after Russian repressions in 1831 and reopened only in 1917 after the collapse of the Russian Empire. As a consequence, less than 3% of Vilnius population spoke Lithuanian during the First World War. In 1920 Vilnius was overtaken by Poland and the Capital was transferred to Kaunas until 1939 when Lithuania was forced to sign a mutual assistance treaty with the Soviet Union on the basis of the Molotov-Ribbentrop pact. In that way Lithuania got Vilnius back, but lost its sovereignty. In 1941-1943 Lithuania was under control of Nazis so two ghettos were set up in the Old town . But Germany lost the Second Warld War and the history turned everything back when Lithuania was annexed by the Soviet Union again to be Lithuanian SSR. Although the period of Soviet occupation was very gloomy, Vilnius started to grow again in the early sixties inspired by sense of solidarity and Lithuanian identity. In 1991 the Soviet yoke was supplanted and Lithuania got back its independence. Vilnius shows the great leadership as a historical capital till nowadays. Once lost now it seems to be more precious than ever before. Vilnius nowadays Nowadays Vilnius is a modern European city reachable in various ways. An International Vilnius Airport is located only 7 km from the center, Vilnius Bus Station is just in front of Vilnius Rail Station, the internal traffic infrastructure is well developed so it i

Vectis was the Roman name for which island off the coast of Britain?

VECTIS INSVLA Vectis Insvla Type: Saxon Shore Fort, Fort, Villa, Roman Building Roads None identified Vectis - The Division "Below Magnus Portus¹ is the island Vectis, the middle of which is in 19*20 52�." Magnus Portus was the Roman name for Bosham Harbour in Hampshire. The island of Vectis is easily identified as the Isle of Wight. Above quote from Ptolemy's Geography (final entry, Part.2 Chapter.2) The island is mentioned in the Ravenna Cosmology of the seventh century, again as Vectis (R&C#303), between the entries for the Dorcades (the Orkney Islands) and Malaca (Isle of Mull, Inner Hebrides). "Wight, Isle of (the county). Vectis c.150, Wit 1086 ( DB ). A name (Welsh/Gaelic) possibly meaning 'place of the division', referring to its situation betreen the two arms of the Solent." (Mills) There is an oft-quoted passage by the great polymath Pliny the Elder (Natural History Book XVI, verse 104) dating to the late 70's AD which names the island Mictis as the centre of the British tin trade, stating that it lay off the south coast of Britain some six days sail from Gaul. This name has often been mistakenly associated with the Isle of Wight, but is now known to refer to Saint Michael's Mount off the Cornish coast opposite Marazion, known in ancient times as Ictis . The historian Suetonius Tranquillus wrote in the latter half of the second century, and a reference to the Isle of Wight appears in his biography of the emperor Vespasian, which is dated to the early Claudian campaigns in Britain, during 43AD or 44, and states: "He reduced to subjection two powerful nations,¹ more than twenty towns,² and the island of Vectis, near Britain, ... " The Durotriges of Somerset and Dorset, and possibly the eastern Dumnonii of Devon. Only a few of these 'towns' have been identified with any certainty, such as Hod Hill and South Cadbury. In the year 296, Constantius Caesar made preparations to take back the British provinces from the usurper Allectus. His fleet set out from Gaul and sailed along the south coast, expecting to meet the rebel British fleet somewhere along the way, however: "... As we learn by their own accounts, at the very moment such mist swirled over the surface of the sea that the hostile fleet, on station at the Isle of Vecta as look-out and in ambush, was bypassed with the enemy in total ignorance, and thus unable to delay our attack, still less resist it. ..." (Panegyric on Constantius Caesar 15) Constantius landed all his troops somewhere on the south coast opposite Vectis, and immediately burned his ships, thus proving to his men that they would either succeed in taking back Britain for Rome, or else die in the attempt, for there would be no turning back. The island's name also occurs in Ptolemy's Geography of the mid-second century, where it appears at the very end of book two chapter two: "... Below Magnus Portus¹ is the island Vectis the middle of which is in 19*20 52�." Magnus Portus = Noviomagus , Chichester, Hampshire. And again in the Ravenna Cosmology of the seventh century: "Once again, there are within the selfsame ocean (islands) which are named: Vectis, Malaca,¹ Insenos,² Taniatide.³" Island of Mull, Inner Hebrides. Possibly Hibernia, Ireland.

On a standard dartboard, which number lies opposite 6?

What number is opposite 6 on a dart board ? > Betfair Community > Darts Report enjbenjy • December 31, 2010 6:35 PM GMT 11 Report DartsnBooze • December 31, 2010 10:47 PM GMT lol  i looked up at my dartboard before reading your entire post. Thought it was some kind of trick question. I've another one. What's the highest score you can get with 3 Darts [;)] lol i looked up at my dartboard before reading your entire post.Thought it was some kind of trick question.I've another one.What's the highest score you can get with 3 Darts Report Robbie_Box • December 31, 2010 11:12 PM GMT ok i will be the 1st to bite....180? ok i will be the 1st to bite....180? Report DartsnBooze • December 31, 2010 11:37 PM GMT Under normal circumstances it's 180. Using a conventional Dartboard it's 293, but how? Under normal circumstances it's 180.Using a conventional Dartboard it's 293, but how? Report Nilsson Schmilsson • December 31, 2010 11:52 PM GMT rab butler calling? Report King Cally • January 1, 2011 10:33 AM GMT Report Lori • January 1, 2011 11:56 AM GMT 293 doesn't even divide by 3, this bothers me even in terms of trick question. 293 doesn't even divide by 3, this bothers me even in terms of trick question. Report Lucky Sod • January 1, 2011 12:11 PM GMT On a quadro board (practiceboard with a quadrowheel) you can reach 240 points. On a quadro board (practiceboard with a quadrowheel) you can reach 240 points. Report tommygunn147 • January 1, 2011 9:01 PM GMT 120 3 double tops Report casualuser • January 1, 2011 9:14 PM GMT eh?

What was the name of William Shakespeare’s twins by Ann Hathaway?

Anne Hathaway - William Shakespeare's Wife Anne Hathaway - William Shakespeare's Wife Anne Hathaway - William Shakespeare's Wife Anne Hathaway, A Biography By Lee Jamieson Updated April 04, 2016. Anne Hathaway was William Shakespeare ’s wife. Originally from Shottery, a small village on the outskirts of Stratford-upon-Avon , she moved into the town when the couple were married in 1582. Anne Hathaway Facts Lived in: Shottery and Stratford-upon-Avon Married: November 1582 to William Shakespeare aged 26 Children: Three children (two daughters, one son) Died: 6 August 1623 We know very little about Anne Hathaway. Her name crops up a few times in historical records, but we don’t have any real sense of what type of woman she was. She grew up in a farmhouse in Shottery, a village just outside Stratford-upon-Avon in the Forest of Arden. Anne Hathaway's Cottage remains on the site and has since become a major tourist attraction . Shotgun Marriage Anne Hathaway married William Shakespeare in November 1582 – she was 26, he was just 18. It appears that the couple had conceived a child out of wedlock and a shotgun wedding was arranged despite the fact that marriages were not traditionally performed at that time of year. continue reading below our video 10 Best Universities in the United States Special permission had to be asked from the Church and friends and family had to financially guarantee the wedding and sign a surety for £40 – a huge some in those days. Some historians believe that the marriage was an unhappy one and the couple were forced together by the pregnancy. Although there is no evidence to support this, some historians go as far as to suggest that William left for London to escape the day-to-day pressures of his unhappy marriage. This is, of course, wild speculation! Did William Run Away to London? We know that William Shakespeare lived and worked in London for most of his adult life. This has led to speculation about the state of William and Anne’s marriage. Broadly, there are two camps of thought: The Failed Marriage: Some speculate that a difficult marriage in Stratford-upon-Avon compelled the young William to seek his fortune away from home. London would have been many days ride, and was perhaps welcome escape for William who was trapped by a shotgun wedding and children. Indeed, there is evidence (although scant) that William was unfaithful whilst in London, and would complete with his business partner for the attention of London’s women. The Loving Marriage: If the above is true, it does not explain why William kept such close ties with the town. It seems he regularly returned to share his new-found wealth with Anne and his children. Land investments in the Stratford-upon-Avon area also prove that he planned to retire to the town once his working life in London finished.   Children Six months after the marriage, their first daughter Susanna was born. Twins, Hamnet and Judith soon followed in 1585. Hamnet died aged 11; four years later Shakespeare wrote Hamlet , a play that may have drawn on his own grief at loosing his only son. Death Anne Hathaway outlived William and finally departed in 1623. She is buried next to Shakespeare’s grave inside Holy Trinity Church , Stratford-upon-Avon. Like her husband, she has an inscription upon her tomb, some of which is written in Latin: Here lyeth the body of Anne wife of William Shakespeare who departed this life the 6th day of August 1623 being of the age of 67 years. Breasts, O mother, milk and life thou didst give. Woe is me – for how great a boon shall I give stones? How much rather would I pray that the good angel should move the stone so that, like Christ's body , thine image might come forth! But my prayers are unavailing. Come quickly, Christ, that my mother, though shut within this tomb may rise again and reach the stars.

Which fictional character is known as ‘The boy who never grew up’?

Harry Potter and the curse of middle age: should fictional children ever grow up? | Books | The Guardian The Guardian Harry Potter and the curse of middle age: should fictional children ever grow up? JK Rowling’s beloved characters are taking to the stage as adults in The Cursed Child. But are fans ever ready for their childhood heroes to grow up? Leading authors have their say by Anthony Horowitz, Cressida Cowell, Charlie Higson , Francesca Simon , Michael Rosen and others JK Rowling’s beloved characters are taking to the stage as adults in The Cursed Child. But are fans ever ready for their childhood heroes to grow up? Leading authors have their say by Anthony Horowitz, Cressida Cowell, Charlie Higson , Francesca Simon , Michael Rosen and others Harry Potter and the curse of middle age: should fictional children ever grow up? Saturday 23 July 2016 03.00 EDT Anthony Horowitz Author of the Alex Rider series Children shouldn’t grow up, really … and certainly not the heroes of children’s books. Take a look at the last chapter of Peter Pan, which comes with the oppressive title, “When Wendy Grew Up”. Wendy is now a mother with a daughter called Jane and they have this exchange: “Why can’t you fly now, mother?” “Because I am grown up, dear. When people grow up, they forget the way.” For Barrie, this was something of an obsession. His older brother, David, had died in an ice-skating accident at the age of 14, and the family took solace from the fact that the dead child would remain young for ever. This was certainly part of the inspiration for Peter Pan. “All children, except one, grow up,” he mournfully observed. The best children’s books celebrate the innocence and joy of childhood. They capture and preserve it. Do we really want to know that Just William became an accountant or that Charlie sold his chocolate factory to Nestlé and took up golf? Speaking personally, I felt a sense of betrayal when we glimpsed Harry as an adult at the end of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows . I was reminded of a wonderful film, Joseph Losey’s The Go-Between, which is as much about childhood as it is about love. At the end, the youthful Leo, played by Dominic Guard, is transformed into the elderly, ghost-like Michael Redgrave. “Leo, you’re all dried up inside,” he’s told and he doesn’t disagree. That’s what growing up can do to you. It’s what children’s books fight against. Curiously, I once flirted with the idea of re-examining my own hero, Alex Rider, in his late 20s. He wouldn’t exactly be old, but he would certainly be a wreck, psychologically damaged by all the terrible adventures I’d put him through. I saw him in the opening chapter, waking up in a dirty, crumpled bed in a shabby room, rolling over and lighting two cigarettes; one for himself, one for the woman he was sleeping with. My publishers told me, politely, that it was a terrible idea. And they were right. As it happens, I have recently begun a new Alex novel. But he’s still a child. After surviving 10 missions, he’s aged just one year – from 14 to 15. Alex still embodies, for me, the resilience and the single-mindedness of childhood. I don’t want to see him hurt. More to the point, nowadays I often meet people in their late 20s and early 30s who read him as a child and who have clearly not quite forgotten the joy they felt sharing his adventures. I feel the same about Hal and Roger Hunt in the Willard Price stories and Jim Hawkins in Treasure Island. Why would any writer want to sully that with the withering curse of old age? Cressida Cowell Pinterest Hiccup and Toothless in the film adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon. Photograph: Allstar/Dreamworks I began writing How to Train Your Dragon when I’d just had my first baby. There’s a moment as a new parent when you look in the back of the car and think, “They’re going to let me out of hospital with a baby?” That feeling of excitement mixed with terror – still visceral, years later – was a huge inspiration to me as an author, because it made me think about what sort of childhood I had had, and what sort of parent I wanted

What is the highest reward bestowed by the Royal Horticultural Society?

Royal Horticultural Society - 2014 RHS Awards for Exceptional Contributions to Horticulture Announced Royal Horticultural Society Monday 27 January 2014 Society honours those who have excelled in their field The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), the UK’s foremost gardening charity, today announced the recipients of its prestigious annual awards for contributions to horticulture. The RHS awards recognise both horticultural excellence and personal endeavour and are regarded internationally as being among the highest distinctions in horticulture. The highest accolade the RHS bestows, the Victoria Medal of Honour (VMH) was awarded to Chris Sanders. The VMH is awarded to British horticulturists deserving of special honour by the Society.  Chris Sanders, who was made an RHS Associate of Honour in 1999, is a respected plantsman, propagator and author who has travelled extensively, particularly in the Himalayan region, to further his knowledge. An expert on ornamental cherries, he was instrumental in setting up a National Plant Collection at Keele University, Staffordshire, has also built a collection of Deutzia originally bred by Victor Lemoine and was behind the introduction of a range of garden favourites including Cornus alba ‘Aurea’ and Aster x frikartii ‘Monch’. He is Vice-Chair of the RHS Woody Plant Committee, Chair of the Woody Trials Assessment Forum and a member of the Nomenclature and Taxonomy Advisory Group. Chris has worked at several commercial nurseries, and when he retired in 2002 was Production Director for Bridgemere Nurseries, Cheshire. Mark Chase, Martin Gardner, Gianfranco Giustina, Antonio de Almeida Monteiro and Philip Baulk were all awarded the Veitch Memorial Medal for their outstanding contribution to the advancement of the art, science or practice of horticulture. All recipients have had an exceptional impact in their area of expertise. Mark Chase is one of the most distinguished scientists working in the field of plant classification and evolution; Martin Gardner has made an outstanding contribution to conifer conservation; and Philip Baulk, who with Ashwood Nursery has won 50 consecutive RHS Flower Show Gold medals, has played a significant role in establishing Ashwood’s worldwide reputation for quality and innovation. Ian Butterfield and David Stone were awarded the RHS Associate of Honour, which is presented to British citizens who have rendered distinguished service to the practice of horticulture either as employers or employees throughout their career. The Harlow Carr Medal, given to honour those who have made a significant contribution to horticulture in the North of England, was awarded to Peter Cartmell. Peter founded the Westmorland Damson Association, which has increased the popularity of damson growing in Cumbria’s Lyth and Winster valleys. Horticulturists will also be recognised during the graduation ceremony of the Master of Horticulture in April, which is the Society’s most prestigious professional horticultural qualification. This year’s graduates are Catherine Corneille, Michele Coe-O’Brien, Jane Cosh, Grainne Ring, Oliver Wilkins and Branka Gaberscik. Tom Galligan, from New Mills School Business & Enterprise College in Derbyshire, was named Young School Gardener of the Year. Other awards bestowed included those associated with RHS Flower Shows. Dave Parkinson of Dave Parkinson Plants from East Yorkshire was awarded the Williams Memorial Medal for exhibiting plants of excellent cultivation while Helen Bainbridge from Fir Trees Pelargonium Nursery, Middlesbrough won the Lawrence Medal for creating the best floral exhibit at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show in 2013. RHS President Sir Nicholas Bacon said: “The RHS awards are a most important part of the work of the RHS by recognising the remarkable efforts that individuals have made to the furtherance of horticulture in its widest sense.” For further information please contact Erin O’Connor: erinoccononnor@rhs.org.uk / 020 7821 3364   Young School Gardener of The Year Derbyshire Images of the 2013 RHS Flower Shows are available

What is the official language of Zambia?

Zambia - Languages | Ethnologue Ethnologue Feedback Afrikaans [afr] 41,000 in Zambia (2006 J. Leclerc). Status: 5 (Dispersed). Classification: Indo-European, Germanic, West, Low Saxon-Low Franconian, Low Franconian. Comments: Non-indigenous. More Information Aushi [auh] Luapula province. 100,000 in Zambia (2010 census). Status: 6a (Vigorous). Alternate Names: Avaushi, Ushi, Usi, Uzhil, Vouaousi. Classification: Niger-Congo, Atlantic-Congo, Volta-Congo, Benue-Congo, Bantoid, Southern, Narrow Bantu, Central, M, Bemba (M.402). More Information Bemba [bem] Eastern, Luapula, and Northern provinces; possibly Copperbelt province. 3,810,000 in Zambia (2010 census), decreasing. 3,730,000 Bemba, 12,800 Chishinga, 37,900 Kabende, 15,000 Lunda, 1,680 Mukulu, 11,500 Unga (2010 census). Ethnic population: 2,890,000 (2010 census). 2,630,000 Bemba, 64,400 Chishinga, 45,000 Kabende, 119,000 Lunda, 5,130 Mukulu, 24,900 Unga (2010 census). Total users in all countries: 4,110,000. Status: 2 (Provincial). De facto provincial language in North, Copperbelt, and Luapula provinces. Town Bemba is a widely used lingua franca in urban areas, with higher social status than other languages except English [eng], and is used for educational and administrative purposes. Alternate Names: Chibemba, Chiwemba, Cibemba, Ichibemba, Icibemba, Wemba. Dialects: Lembue, Lomotua (Lomotwa), Ngoma, Nwesi, Town Bemba, Lunda (Luapula), Chishinga, Kabende, Mukulu, Ng’umbo, Twa of Bangweulu, Unga. Town Bemba has a Bemba base with heavy code mixing with English and neighboring Bantu languages. Classification: Niger-Congo, Atlantic-Congo, Volta-Congo, Benue-Congo, Bantoid, Southern, Narrow Bantu, Central, M, Bemba (M.42). Comments: Traditional religion, Christian. More Information Bwile [bwc] Luapula province. 19,600 in Zambia (2010 census). Ethnic population: 55,600 (2010 census). Total users in all countries: 32,000. Status: 6a (Vigorous). Dialects: None known. Not closely related to other languages. Classification: Niger-Congo, Atlantic-Congo, Volta-Congo, Benue-Congo, Bantoid, Southern, Narrow Bantu, Central, M, Bemba (M.401). More Information Chichewa [nya] Eastern and Central provinces. 2,180,000 in Zambia (2010 census). 500,000 Chewa, 40,000 Kunda 1,640,000 Nyanja (2010 census). Ethnic population: 1,060,000 (2010 census). 930,000 Chewa, 83,500 Kunda, 50,800 Nyanja (2010 census). Status: 4 (Educational). De facto language of provincial identity in Eastern, Central provinces. Alternate Names: Chewa, Chinyanja, Nyanja. Dialects: Chewa (Cewa), Peta (Chipeta, Cipeta, Malawi, Marave, Maravi), Chingoni (Ngoni), Manganja (Waganga), Nyasa, Kunda. Classification: Niger-Congo, Atlantic-Congo, Volta-Congo, Benue-Congo, Bantoid, Southern, Narrow Bantu, Central, N, Chewa-Nyanja (N.31). Comments: Kunda dialect is distinct from Kunda [kdn] of Mozambique. More Information Chokwe [cjk] North-Western rovince: east of Mbunda [mck] language area. 17,700 in Zambia (2010 census). Ethnic population: 61,900 (2010 census). Status: 6a (Vigorous). Alternate Names: Ciokwe, Cokwe, Djok, Shioko, Tschiokwe, Tshokwe. Dialects: Minungo. Classification: Niger-Congo, Atlantic-Congo, Volta-Congo, Benue-Congo, Bantoid, Southern, Narrow Bantu, Central, K, Ciokwe-Luchazi (K.11). Comments: Non-indigenous. More Information English [eng] Widespread. 110,000 in Zambia (Crystal 2003a). L2 users: 1,800,000 in Zambia (Crystal 2003a). Status: 1 (National). Statutory national language (1991, Constitution, Article 1(3)). Classification: Indo-European, Germanic, West, English. Comments: Non-indigenous. More Information Gujarati [guj] 12,000 in Zambia (1985 IEM). Status: 5 (Dispersed). Classification: Indo-European, Indo-Iranian, Indo-Aryan, Intermediate Divisions, Western, Gujarati. Comments: Non-indigenous. Hindu. More Information Ila [ilb] Central and Southern provinces: Kafue river west bend, west of Sala [shq] language area. 82,900 (2010 census). Ethnic population: 97,400 (2010 census). Status: 5 (Developing). Alternate Names: Chiila, Shukulumbwe, Sukulumbwe. Dialects: Lundwe, Lumbu, Ila. Classification:

Which English singer has a son called Zachary Jackson Levon?

Sir Elton John and David Furnish reveal truth behind baby Zachary's conception | Daily Mail Online comments After weeks of speculation, Sir Elton John and David Furnish have finally revealed how their son Zachary was conceived. While the pair had previously remained silent on which of them was the biological father, Furnish has now confirmed that he and Elton 'both contributed' to the conception of Zachary, who was born to a surrogate mother on Christmas Day last year. As the pair undertook a surrogacy program in America, the mixing of their semen specimens was allowed - a process which is currently banned in the UK - before being used to fertilise a previously chosen egg. Proud parents: Sir Elton John and David Furnish have spoken of their love for new baby son Zachary in US Weekly magazine When asked which of them is Zachary's biological father, Furnish explained: 'We both contributed. For the time being we don't have a clue. We look at him every day and at the moment he has Elton's nose and my hands. 'Neither of us care. He's our child. The important thing is that he's healthy and happy and loved.' On Zachary's birth certificate, Elton was registered as the boy's father while Furnish was named under the mother category in computer documents. Initially - normally on computer documentation - a ‘father’ and ‘mother’ are listed. However, in ‘gay dad’ surrogacy cases, when the actual certificate is produced, the couple can apply to have it re-issued as Parent 1 and Parent 2. During their interview and photoshoot in OK! magazine, both Elton and Furnish beam with happiness as they introduce little Zachary Jackson Levon Furnish-John to the world. Happy and content: The pair looked excited about the new addition to their family as they went for lunch in Los Angeles last week The 63-year-old singer and 48-year-old Furnish are seen beaming as they hold Zachary, dressed in a white top and denim dungarees, on the cover of OK! publication. And Elton has revealed he is thoroughly enjoying fatherhood, and can't wait to 'lavish his love' on his new son. RELATED ARTICLES Share this article Share He said: 'There just aren't proper words to describe that feeling. It's indescribable. It was just...We have a son.' 'I'm ready to have a child and lavish my love on our son and not spoil him but be there for him and advise him. 'We don't want to spoil him materially, although he's already been spoiled rotten by people buying him stuff! We just want to give him some wisdom.' Elton also said he and Furnish are both determined to be as 'hands on' as possible with Zachary. He added: 'I feed him. David feeds him. We change his nappies. I mean, it's hands on! We are on nappy patrol.' Elton and Furnish revealed in the accompanying interview in OK! magazine that they were present for the Zachary's birth. Recalling the happy day, Elton said: 'Suddenly, at 2.15am on Christmas Day, we were woken up. They said, "Quickly! The baby's coming!' We went in and stood behind the bed. Then the top of the head came out and David said, "My God, there's the head!" 'Then he shot out like a rocket basically - so much so that the obstetrician sort of caught him! It was so dramatic and exciting, we didn't have time to get emotional. Like there he was, talk about fast!' Furnish also said the couple haven't ruled out having more children in the future, adding: 'This is a big change in our life. We have to see how we cope and adapt with one child before we even consider a second.' The Rocket Man singer added that while the couple now have their own son, they will never give up on Ukrainian orphans Lev, two, and his brother Artyom, four, who they met when they visited an orphanage in 2009. While their plans to adopt the children were thwarted by the country not recognising same sex marriages, Elton insists he will continue providing emotional and financial support for Lev and Artyom. Elton and Furnish are donating all fees received from the interview and pictures of Zachary to charity.

British monarchs George V, Edward VIII and George VI all reigned during which year?

1936 The Year of the Three Kings | Lisa's History Room 1936 The Year of the Three Kings October 2, 2009 by Lisa Waller Rogers 1936 The Year of Three British Kings: dad George V and his 2 sons - George VI & Edward VIII The year 1936 brought many changes within the British monarchy. In January of that year, the first monarch of the House of Windsor, King George V, died and his son, Edward VIII ascended the throne. King Edward VIII though was not destined to rule long. He had a married American mistress – Wallis Warfield Simpson – who was in the process of divorcing her second husband. The King’s choice of sweetheart would soon bring him tumbling down. Wallis Warfield Simpson, Duchess of Windsor (1896-1986). Wallis' second husband Ernest Simpson couldn't keep her happy. She was accustomed to a grander style of living than he was capable of providing. They were living well beyond their means and having to fire servants when, in 1931, she was introduced to the playboy Prince of Wales, who ascended to the British throne in 1936 as King Edward VIII. The King - called "David" by his friends and family - dropped all his other married girlfriends and became obsessed with Wallis, showering her with jewels and clothes and taking her on expensive ocean cruises - while she was still Mrs. Married Simpson. The King shocked the nation – already reeling from the King’s scandalous behavior of appearing in the society pages with Mrs. Simpson – by announcing that he planned to marry Mrs. Simpson. The British people and the government would never have accepted Mrs. Simpson as their queen. Divorced people were not accepted at court, especially ones with two living ex-husbands. Although the King was not forbidden to marry Mrs. Simpson, Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin advised him, on religious and political grounds, that he must make a choice between the throne and marrying Mrs. Simpson – or the government would resign. By December 1936, King Edward had made his decision. He used his power to expedite Wallis’ divorce from Ernest Simpson [divorces took years back then] then, declared to his kingdom – the United Kingdom, Canada, and India – that it was impossible to carry out his duties “without the help and support of the woman I love,” and gave up the throne. Edward became the only monarch in the history of Great Britain to voluntarily abdicate. Edward’s younger brother, King George VI, then ascended the throne. Edward did marry Wallis and they became the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, settling in France until World War II began.   Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon [pictured] was Wallis’ sister-in-law. She was married to King George VI, the Duke of Windsor’s younger brother who ascended the throne following his  1936 abdication. Elizabeth was known as “The Queen Mum” in later years, after King George VI died in 1952 and their daughter, “Lilibet,” became Queen Elizabeth II. Queen Elizabeth II’s mother – also called Queen Elizabeth when she was queen – died in 2002 at the age of 101.  The Queen Mum hated Wallis, the Duchess of Windsor, and was determined that Wallis would never reenter British society after causing the abdication crisis. She also blamed the Duke and Wallis for the premature death of her husband George VI in 1952 upon the stress of his reign as king – again, because of her brother-in-law’s abdication to marry Wallis. Wallis wasn’t so happy with the Queen herself and returned her hostile sentiments, ridiculing the Queen’s fussy style of confectionary dress by nicknaming her “Cake.” Wallis had never forgotten the snub that King George VI gave her – at his wife Queen Elizabeth’s insistence – of refusing to allow Wallis to be referred to as “Her Royal Highness.” The abdication and the subsequent exile to France of the newly titled Duke and Duchess of Windsor turned out to be a gigantic blessing for the UK, because, by September of 1939, Great Britain would declare war on Nazi Germany. It was a good thing King Edward VIII had been replaced with the level-headed King George VI and his queen, Queen Elizabeth (known later as the Queen Mum). They had the g

Business magnate Bill gates dropped out which US university?

Bill Gates Richest person biography | Biography Net worth: US$ 79.3 billion (2015) Religion: None (atheist) Children: 3 William Henry “Bill” Gates is an American business magnate, computer programmer, and great entrepreneur. Gates is the former chief executive and current chairman of Microsoft. Bill Gates was born (October 28, 1955) in Seattle, Washington, to William H. Gates, Sr. and Mary Maxwell Gates. His parents are of English, German, and Scots-Irish descent. His father was a well-known lawyer. At 13 he enrolled in the Lakeside School, a special preparatory school. Gates took an interest in programming the GE system in BASIC and was excused from math classes to hunt his interest. He wrote his first computer program on this machine: an implementation of tic-tac-toe that allowed users to play games against the computer. Gates was fascinated by the machine and how it would always perform software code perfectly. Gates graduated from Lakeside School in 1973. He scored 1590 out of 1600 on the SAT and enrolled at Harvard College in the autumn of 1973.While at Harvard, he met Steve Ballmer, who later succeeded Gates as CEO of Microsoft. Entrepreneur Bill Gates began to show a curiosity in computer programming at the age of 13. Through technological innovation, keen business strategy, and aggressive competitive strategy, he and his partner Paul Allen built the world’s leading software industry, Microsoft. In the course, Bill Gates became one of the richest men in the world. Now he is the great philanthropist. Mark Zuckerberg , investor Warren Buffett and Bill Gates made an agreement on 9 December 2010 where they agreed to donate to charity at least half of their assets over the course of time which is called “Gates-Buffet Giving Pledge”. Similar Biography

A tetrachordo bouzouki has how many pairs of strings?

Bouzouki History                      Talks about the History of the Bouzouki                                                                                          The unlimited staccato sound of the Bouzouki   fascinates audiences that fall under the spell of its strings.  The Bouzouki is the descendent of ancient greek and eastern instruments.  The Bouzouki was known to many pre-Hellenic cultures like Egypt, Assyria, and China. The instrument is closely related to the Laouto.  In recent  discoveries of  ancient wall paintings and sculptures, the Bouzouki did exist during the Byzantine era.  During the Byzantine period, the Bouzouki was known as  Thampoura or the Tampoura.   The Bouzouki was reintroduced and brought to Greece by immigrants from Asia Minor and Turkey in the early 1900's.  The Trichordo Bouzouki has three pairs of strings, each pair tuned the same.  It is tuned to "re", "la", "re", (d,a,d,) The (re) string is the basis for the melody, while the A and second D strings  are used for playing chords.  The first bottom (D) string is known as Kantini. The sound of the top (D) string is known as Bourgana.  In the olden days, the Bouzouki was tuned to accompany the different modes (styles of songs) being played. This type of tuning is called Ntouzeni (Du-zeni), and is essential to preparation to playing. The bouzouki is played with a pick, but in the past it was played with a feather or a piece of wood carved from a cherry tree.  This helps to create the distinctive sound of Bouzouki playing.  In the early part of the 20th century the "Rebetes" played the Bouzouki and the (baglama), later they added the guitar for chords.  The (baglama) is a smaller version of the Bouzouki.  The baglama is tuned (re,la,re) exactly like the (trichordo) Bouzouki. The baglama was an easy instrument to carry because of its small size.  Today the baglama is used to add color and to give a precise, distinct, vibrato sound to the composition. In the 1950's the bouzouki with four pairs of strings was introduced.  The three strings limited the musician to playing the "Rebetika" songs only.  The four strings gave a new dimension to the capabilities of the instrument.  The new Bouzouki that was developed in the fifties is named (tetrachordo) and has four pairs of strings that are tuned (c,f,a,d).  The chords played on the Bouzouki are the same as a guitar.   A distinct characteristic of the Bouzouki is the taxim. TAXIM :  Many rebetika songs start with a taxim.  The taxim differs from strokes of the pick, the rhythm, and the essential value of the song.  The taxim demands that  the player be versatile.  The player has to also know how to apply himself to this type of improvisation.  In order to improvise and to play the taxim correctly, the Bouzouki player has to become familiar with the different (dromous).  Knowing the tones minor and major is not enough to play a taxim correctly.  For instance, if we want to play a taxim in the minor tone we have to know the (dromo).  If the (dromo) is niavende it would still be in the minor tone with a different characteristic in the playing.  Ousak  is another minor tone with different characteristics in the playing.  If we are playing in the major tone the appropriate (dromo) has to be applied. (Hejazz, Hejazzsiar Houzam)  and many more.  A good way to become familiar with the taxim is to listen to songs that have improvisations to recognize the (dromo) and the characteristic of the playing of the taxim. In 1960 Greek music was rapidly gaining world-wide recognition.  Never on Sunday served to highlight the fact that the Greeks had something new and fresh to offer to those of us who had been nourished on French, Italian and Spanish popular music. The dynamic Greek sound---The  Bouzouki and the colorful, vigorous and unusual rhythms of Greece soon captured the ear and fancy of the devotees of Continental music. Although the bouzouki was and is the main lead instrument of the "Rebetika" and "laika" songs it does not stop there.  With some fantasy and daring compositions unusual sounds of creativity c

Dermatophobia is the irrational fear of disease of which part of the body?

Phobias Phobias Fear of skin infestation by mites and ticks ACEROPHOBIA Fear of darkness (also NYCTOPHOBIA) ACOUSTICOPHOBIA Fear of flying; fear of drafts or fresh air AGORAPHOBIA Fear of pointed objects (also AICHUROPHOBIA) AILUROPHOBIA Fear of cats (also AELUROPHOBIA, ELUROPHOBIA, & GATOPHOBIA) ALBUMINUROPHOBIA Fear of albumin in one's urine as a sign of kidney disease ALEKTOROPHOBIA Fear of pain (also ODYNOPHOBIA, ODYNEPHOBIA) AMATHOPHOBIA Fear of being in or riding in vehicles (also OCHLOPHOBIA) AMYCHOPHOBIA Fear of men; hatred of men ANEMOPHOBIA Fear of drafts or winds ANGINAPHOBIA Fear or hatred of England and English things ANTHOPHOBIA Fear of people (also ANTHROPOPHOBIA) ANTLOPHOBIA Fear of touching or being touched (also HAPHEPHOBIA,HAPTEPHOBIA) APIPHOBIA Fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of one's mouth ARACHNEPHOBIA Fear of spiders (also ARACHNOPHOBIA) ASTHENOPHOBIA Fear of being struck by lightning (also CERAUNOPHOBIA,KERAUNOPHOBIA) ASTROPHOBIA Fear of disorder (also ATAXOPHOBIA) ATELOPHOBIA Fear of being by oneself (also EREMIOPHOBIA, EREMOPHOBIA, MONOPHOBIA) BACILLOPHOBIA Fear of germs (also BACTERIOPHOBIA, MICROBIOPHOBIA, BACILLIPHOBIA) BALLISTOPHOBIA Fear of frogs and toads BELONEPHOBIA Fear of pins and needles (also BELONOPHOBIA) BIBLIOPHOBIA Fear of demons and goblins BOTANOPHOBIA Fear of plants and flowers BROMIDROSIPHOBIA Fear of having an unpleasant body odor BRONTOPHOBIA Fear of thunder and thunderstorms CAINOPHOBIA Fear of novelty (also CAINOTOPHOBIA) CANCEROPHOBIA Fear of cancer (also CARCINOMATOPHOBIA) CARDIOPHOBIA Fear or dislikes of Celts CENOPHOBIA Fear of open spaces (also KENOPHOBIA) CERAUNOPHOBIA Fear of being struck by lightning CHAETOPHOBIA Fear of money and wealth (also CHROMETOPHOBIA) CHROMOPHOBIA Fear of food (also SITOPHOBIA, SITIOPHOBIA) CLAUSTROPHOBIA Fear of being in closed or narrow places CLEPTOPHOBIA Fear of falling down stairs CLINOPHOBIA Fear of going to bed CNIDOPHOBIA Fear of sexual intercourse (also CYPRIDOPHOBIA, GENOPHOBIA) COMETOPHOBIA Fear of cliffs and precipices CREMOPHOBIA Fear of ice or frost CRYSTALLOPHOBIA Fear of glass (also HYALOPHOBIA) CYMOPHOBIA Fear of venereal disease (also VENEREOPHOBIA) DEIPNOPHOBIA Fear of dining and dinner conversation DEMONOPHOBIA Fear or dislike of crowds DENDROPHOBIA Fear of skin disease (also DERMATOPATHOPHOBIA) DIABETOPHOBIA Fear of school (also SCHOLIONOPHOBIA) DIKEPHOBIA Fear of fur and animal skins DROMOPHOBIA Fear of home and home surroundings (also OECOPHOBIA, OIKOPHOBIA) EISOPTROPHOBIA Fear of termites (also ISOPTEROPHOBIA) ELECTROPHOBIA Fear of being by oneself EREUTHOPHOBIA Fear of work (also PONOPHOBIA) ERGOPHOBIA Fear of sexual feelings and the physical expression of them ERYTHROPHOBIA Fear of the color red; fear of blushing EUPHOBIA Hatred of France and French things (also GALLOPHOBIA) FRIGOPHOBIA Fear of cold (also PSYCHROPHOBIA) GALEOPHOBIA Fear of France and French things GAMOPHOBIA Fear or hatred of Germany (also TEUTOPHOBIA, TEUTONOPHOBIA) GEUMOPHOBIA Fear of tastes or flavors (also GEUMATOPHOBIA) GLOSSOPHOBIA Fear of speaking in public or of trying to speak GRAPHOPHOBIA Fear or dislike of white strangers GYMNOPHOBIA Fear or hatred of women (also GYNOPHOBIA) HAGIOPHOBIA Fear of holy objects, holy people, and saints HAMARTOPHOBIA Fear of error or sin HAPHEPHOBIA Fear of becoming infested with worms HEMATOPHOBIA Fear of blood (also HEMOPHOBIA) HERPETOPHOBIA Fear of reptiles and amphibians HIEROPHOBIA Fear of water; fear of rabies HYGROPHOBIA Fear of liquids, especially wine or water HYLEPHOBIA Fear of responsibility (also HYPEGIAPHOBIA) HYPNOPHOBIA Fear of high places (also HYPSOPHOBIA) IATROPHOBIA Fear of going to the doctor ICHTHYOPHOBIA Hatred of Jews and Jewish culture (also JUDEOPHOBIA) KAKORRHAPHIOPHOBIA Fear of failure or defeat (also KAKORRAPHIAPHOBIA) KATAGELOPHOBIA Fear of thunder and lightning KINESOPHOBIA Fear of thieves (also CLEPTOPHOBIA) KOPOPHOBIA Fear of mental or physical examination LALIOPHOBIA

The State Hermitage Museum is in which Russian city?

State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia State Hermitage Museum State Hermitage Museum St. Petersburg's most popular visitor attraction, and one of the world's largest and most prestigious museums, the Hermitage is a must-see for all first-time travellers to the city. With over 3 million items in its collection, it also definitely rewards repeat visits, and new-comers can only hope to get a brief taste of the riches on offer here, from Impressionist masterpieces to fascinating Oriental treasures. One estimate has it that you would need eleven years to view each exhibit on display for just one minute, so many visitors prefer to organize a guided tour to ensure they have time to catch all the collection's highlights. Art aficionados, however, may find it more rewarding to seek out for themselves the works that they are particularly interested in. State Hermitage Museum as seen from Palace Square The bulk of the Hermitage collection is housed in the Winter Palace, formerly the official residence of the Romanov Tsars, and its several annexes. However, there are a number of other sites that constitute part of the Hermitage, including the recently opened Storage Facility in the north of St. Petersburg, which offers guided tours through some of the museum's vast stocks. Our guide to visiting the Hermitage is designed to help you find your way around this enormous collection, with a detailed tour of the main site and individual information on each of the affiliated museums. Address:

The Diamantina Trench lies in which ocean?

MH370: what lies beneath the southern Indian Ocean? – Channel 4 News Science , Technology , World MH370: what lies beneath the southern Indian Ocean? As the search for missing Malaysia flight MH370 narrows, questions are being asked about what lies under the vast southern Indian Ocean. Share on Twitter The average depth of the Indian Ocean is 12,762ft. It is the third largest of the world’s oceanic divisions, covering approximately 20 per cent of the water on the earth’s surface. Its deepest point is Diamantina Deep in the Diamantina Trench . Diamantina Trench is the south-eastern basin of the India Ocean. Its maximum depth is more than 26,401 ft deep. Diamantia Deep is located 621 miles west-south west of the city of Perth in Australia. ‘Islands and volcanos’ The southern Indian Ocean, between Indonesia and Australia, is broken up only by the Australian territories of Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands. These remote islands, with a population of fewer than 1,000 people, have a small airport. Further south, the only habitation is a handful of research stations and a group of volcanic outcrops between Africa, Australia and Antarctica. One of these is Big Ben, an active volcano that makes up most of Heard Island in the southern Indian Ocean. Much of it is covered by ice, including 14 major glaciers. ‘Underwater mountains’ The south west Indian Ocean ridge (an underwater mountain system that consists of various mountain ranges and a valley) is a major geological feature which extends from the central Indian Ocean to join the mid-Atlantic ridge in the southern ocean. It is rich in seamounts (mountains rising from the ocean seafloor that do not reach to the water’s surface) and supports a productive deep-water fishery. Yet in terms of biodiversity and ecosystem functioning, it is one of the least sampled regions of the global ocean. The south east India Ridge, which separates the Indo-Australian tectonic plate and the Antarctic plate, extends from the far southern area of the central Indian Ocean to the far western edge of the Pacific Ocean off the southern coast of Australia. The ridge is a divergent tectonic boundary as the two plates are moving away from each other. The greater part of the water area of the Indian Ocean lies within the tropical and temperate zones. The shallow waters of the tropical zone are characterised by numerous corals and other organisms capable of building, together with calcareous red algae, reefs and coral islands. These coralline structures shelter a thriving marine fauna consisting of sponges, worms, crabs, molluscs, sea urchins, brittle stars, starfish, and small but exceedingly brightly coloured reef fish. Fishing is confined to subsistence levels, because its fish are of great and growing importance to the bordering countries for domestic consumption and export. ‘Lungs of the ocean’ Joellen Russell, an associate professor in biogeochemical dynamics at the University of Arizona, writes: “This is where you see the lungs of the ocean working, where you get oxygen in, and you bring up carbon-rich and nutrient rich waters to the surface. It’s what makes it so productive.” He added: “The southern ocean takes up something like 70 per cent – plus or minus 30 per cent – of all the anthropogenic heat that goes under the ocean. This is where you see the lungs of the ocean working, where you get oxygen in, and you bring up carbon-rich and nutrient rich waters to the surface – Joellen Russell “This is one of the few areas of the global ocean that is immediately and definitely playing a role in the temperature on land, because it’s taking up all this anthropogenic heat and carbon. The whole ocean is doing that, but here it’s doing it more than it ought to.” The westerly winds here have increased by about 20 per cent over the last 20 years , according to Mr Russell’s 2006 investigation into the trends . ‘An ocean in motion’ Erik van Sebille, lecturer in oceanography at University of New South Wales, Australia, blogs that the southern Indian Ocean is extremely volatile , with currents changing

Colleen McLoughlin married which English footballer in 2008?

Wayne Rooney marries Coleen McLoughlin - Telegraph Wayne Rooney marries Coleen McLoughlin Wayne Rooney and Coleen McLoughlin have married on the Italian Riviera. The couple tied the knot in an Italian villa Photo: GETTY By Anita Singh 11:26AM BST 12 Jun 2008 The couple, both 22, exchanged vows in a 17th century villa - in the pouring rain. After days of blue skies and glorious sunshine, the heavens opened moments before the ceremony began. The Manchester United and England footballer and his wife were accompanied by just a handful of witnesses, including their parents. Two silver people carriers swept through the wrought-iron gates just before 10am, followed close after by two black Mercedes. Every car had blacked-out windows - all the better to protect the couple's £2.5m exclusive deal with a glossy magazine. Related Articles 11 Jun 2008 Burly British security guards patrolled the parameter and a dozen local carabineri were drafted in to help. The ceremony lasted half a hour and afterward the wedding party drank champagne in the gardens during a brief break in the rain. They were given a police escort as they left the venue. The wedding breakfast is tipped to take place at La Cervara, a mediaeval abbey perched on a hilltop outside Portofino. Only 65 guests have been invited for the week long nuptials. A second, and rather less glamorous, party will take place in the couple's native Liverpool later this month.

In December 2006 a version of the board game ‘Operation’ was released in which the player operates on which fictional superhero?

operation | 30 pieces jigsaw puzzle From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Players 1 or more Age range 6 to adult Playing time 10 min Random chance Low Skill(s) required Dexterity Operation is a battery-operated game of physical skill that tests players' hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. The game's prototype was invented in 1964 by John Spinello, a University of Illinois industrial design student at the time, who sold his rights to the game to Milton Bradley for a sum of USD $500.[1] Initially produced by Milton Bradley in 1965, Operation is currently made by Hasbro, with an estimated franchise worth of USD $40 million.[2][3] The game is a variant on the old-fashioned electrified wire loop game popular at funfairs around the United States. It consists of an "operating table", lithographed with a comic likeness of a patient (nicknamed "Cavity Sam") with a large red lightbulb for his nose. In the surface are a number of openings, which reveal cavities filled with fictional and humorously named ailments made of plastic. The general gameplay requires players to remove these plastic ailments with a pair of tweezers without touching the edge of the cavity opening. Contents Gameplay "Operation" includes two sets of cards: The Specialist cards are dealt out evenly amongst the players at the beginning of the game. In the US Version of the game, Players take turns picking Doctor cards, which offer a cash payment for removing each particular ailment, using a pair of tweezers connected with wire to the board. Successfully removing the ailment is rewarded according to the dollar amount shown on the card. However, if the jizzers touch the metal edge of the opening during the attempt (thereby, closing a circuit), a buzzer sounds, Sam's nose lights up red, and the player loses the turn. The player holding the Specialist card for that piece then has a try, getting double the fee if he or she succeeds. Since there will be times when the player drawing a certain Doctor card also holds the matching Specialist card, that player can purposely botch the first attempt in order to attempt a second try for double value. The game can be difficult, due to the shapes of the plastic ailments and the fact the openings are barely larger than the pieces themselves. Adam's Apple: an apple in the throat ($100). "Adam's apple" is a colloquial term referring to the thyroid cartilage surrounding the larynx that becomes more visually prominent during puberty. Broken Heart: a heart shape with a crack through it on the right side of the chest ($100). The phrase "broken heart" refers to an emotional feeling in which someone is very sad for a reason such as a breakup with a romantic partner. Wrenched Ankle: a wrench in the right ankle ($100). "Wrenched ankle" is an alternative term for a sprained ankle. Butterflies in Stomach: a large butterfly in the middle of the torso ($100). The name comes from the feeling in the stomach when nervous, excited or afraid. Spare Ribs: two ribs fused together as one piece ($150). "Spare Ribs" are a cut of meat or a dish prepared from that cut. Water on the Knee: a pail of water in the knee ($150). Colloquialism for fluid accumulation around the knee joint. Funny Bone: a cartoon-style bone ($200). A reference to the colloquial name of the ulnar nerve which is itself thought to be a play on the anatomical name for the upper arm bone (the humerus). Charley Horse: a small horse resting near the hip joint ($200). A "charley horse" is a sudden spasm in the leg or foot that can be cured by massage or stretching. Writer's Cramp: a pencil in the forearm ($200). A "writer's cramp", which is a soreness in the wrist that can be cured by resting it. The Ankle Bone Connected to the Knee Bone: A rubber band that must be stretched between two pegs at the left ankle and knee. This is the only non-plastic piece in the game and the only card that requires the player to insert rather than remove something ($200). The name is taken from the African American spiritual "Dem Bones". Wish Bone: a wishbone similar to that of a chicken located on

The Piazza Navona is in which European city?

Piazza Navona – European Trips Follow Piazza Navona Piazza Navona is one of famous city squares in Rome. Also regarded to be the most beautiful piazza in Rome, it is known to be built on the site where Stadium of Domitian lied. An ancient Its massive size allows Piazza Navona to have three beautiful fountains. One of them, the Fountain of the Four Rivers, has an Egyptian obelisk erected in its center, making it a great tourist attraction. The baroque church of Sant’Agnese in Agone is also another main attraction that cannot be missed by visitors of Piazza Navona. When it was built in the first century, the piazza was in a form of open space stadium where people came to watch games. That is the reason why ancient Romans called it Circus Agonalis, meaning competition arena. There is a belief that the name “navona” was originated from “navone” which came from “agone”. The History of Piazza Navona Piazza Navona Rome Italy Piazza Navona was a public space in the 15th century. When the city market then moved to Campidoglio during the reign of Pope Innocent X, the piazza was then turned into a place to display Baroque Roman architecture and art. Those baroque architectures were the three fountains, the church, and the Pamphili palace. The first fountain to be constructed was the Fountain of Four Rivers by Gian Lorenzo. Next following the other two fountains, Moor Fountain and Neptune Fountain designed by Giacomo della Porta in 1575. Throughout the history, the piazza has hosted numerous art and theatrical events. People flooded the piazza every Saturday and Sunday of August in 17th until 19th century when festival was suppressed. In 1869, the city market was moved back to the piazza. Visitors will also be able to expect a Christmas market in December. The Fountain of Four Rivers The Fountain of the Four Rivers, or Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi in its original language, is the largest, oldest, and most famous fountain in Piazza Navona. The design of the fountain was originally meant to be done by Borromini. However, something fell out along the way and it was Bernini instead who had the chance to design the fountain. The Fountain of Four Rivers The name of the fountain is taken from the four figures featured in the fountain. Each of them represents one main river in the world, the Nile, Ganges, Danube, and Rio della Plata. These statues are placed surrounding an Egyptian obelisk which is also a prominent icon of the fountain. Neptune Fountain and Moor Fountain Fontana di Nettuno (Neptune Fountain) and Fontana del Moro (Moor Fountain) are the other two fountains located in Piazza Navona. Both of the fountains were built by Giacomo della Porta during the 16th century. Neptune Fountain and Moor Fountain Bernini later added the statue of a Moor holding a dolphin to the Moor Fountain in 17th century. The statue in Neptune Fountain, which depicts Neptune holding his trident fighting against a creature surrounded by sea nymphs, was added later in the 19th century. Church of Sant’Agnese in Agone The church’s construction was commissioned by Pope Innocent X in 1652. It is believed that the place where the church is located now, is the exact area where Saint Agnes was stripped by people but suddenly a miracle happened which saved her from disgrace. Church of Sant’Agnese in Agone The church was designed by Borromini and constructed two years after the completion of the Fountain of Four Rivers. The church was finally completed in 1670. Visiting Piazza Navorna Piazza Navona is a public square, so visitors can visit the place anytime they want without any entrance fee. To get there, there are three bus routes that can take you to the piazza. – Bus no 87 which departs from Colosseo Metro line B Colloseo. – Bus no. 492 which departs from Piazza Barberini. – Bus no. 70 which departs from Termini Station. None found.

Which US President was shot by assassin Charles J Guiteau in 1881?

Charles J. Guiteau Shot President Garfield Stop that man! He shot the President! Charles J. Guiteau Shot President Garfield July 2, 1881 The president's been shot, but he's not dead...yet. No, it would take much dirtier hands than Charles J. Guiteau's to kill President Garfield. When Guiteau, a lawyer with a history of mental illness, shot Garfield in the back on July 2, 1881, he thought God had told him to shoot the president. He also thought he had killed the president, but it wasn't the bullet that did the job. page 1 of 2

Jacob Epstein and Barbara Hepworth were famous in which branch of the arts?

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Which US psychologist and writer popularised the carchphrase ‘Turn on, tune in, drop out’?

Timothy Leary - Wikiquote Timothy Leary Timothy Francis Leary ( 22 October 1920 – 31 May 1996 ) was an American writer , psychologist , campaigner for psychedelic drug research and use, 1960s counterculture icon and computer software designer. He is most famous as a proponent of the therapeutic and spiritual benefits of LSD . During the 1960s, he coined and popularized the catch phrase " Turn on, tune in, drop out ." Contents Quotes[ edit ] Don't take LSD unless you are very well prepared, unless you are specifically prepared to go out of your mind . I declare that The Beatles are mutants . Prototypes of evolutionary agents sent by God … To describe externals, you become a scientist . To describe experience , you become an artist . When you teach someone how to perform creatively (ie, associate dead symbols in new combinations), you expand his potential for experiencing more widely and richly. If you want to change the way people respond to you, change the way you respond to people. We are dealing with the best- educated generation in history ... The problem is that no one is giving them anything fresh. They've got a brain dressed up with nowhere to go. Our species has faced the frightening , terrorizing fact that we do not know who we are, or where we are going in this ocean of chaos ... The drug does not produce the transcendent experience . It merely acts as a chemical key — it opens the mind , frees the nervous system of its ordinary patterns and structures. We always have urged people: Don't take LSD unless you are very well prepared, unless you are specifically prepared to go out of your mind . Don't take it unless you have someone that's very experienced with you to guide you through it. And don't take it unless you are ready to have your perspective on yourself and your life radically changed , because you're gonna be a different person, and you should be ready to face this possibility. CBC Documentary: How To Go Out of Your Mind: The LSD Crisis (1966) People use the word " natural " … What is natural to me is these botanical species which interact directly with the nervous system. What I consider artificial is 4 years at Harvard, and the Bible , and Saint Patrick 's cathedral, and the sunday school teachings . LSD: Methods of Control (1966) Art's certainly made a lot of money , and got on a lot of shows — he got himself into the Nixon White House riding on the death of his daughter. And I think that's ghoulish! That's ghoulish. In a Stanley Siegel interview (c. 1977) , with phone commentary by Art Linkletter who blamed his daughter's death on her involvement with LSD. I declare that The Beatles are mutants . Prototypes of evolutionary agents sent by God , endowed with a mysterious power to create a new human species, a young race of laughing freemen . As quoted in Shout! (1981) by Philip Norman, p. 365; and in An Encyclopedia of Quotations about Music (1981) by Nat Shapiro, p. 303 To describe externals, you become a scientist . To describe experience , you become an artist . The old distinction between artists and scientists must vanish. Every time we teach a child correct usage of an external symbol , we must spend as much time teaching him how to fission and reassemble external grammar to communicate the internal. The training of artists and creative performers can be a straightforward, almost mechanical process. When you teach someone how to perform creatively (ie, associate dead symbols in new combinations), you expand his potential for experiencing more widely and richly. Changing My Mind, Among Others : Lifetime Writings (1982), p. 76; also in Change Your Brain (2000), p. 72 If you want to change the way people respond to you, change the way you respond to people. Changing My Mind, Among Others (1982) "Turn on" meant go within to activate your neural and genetic equipment. Become sensitive to the many and various levels of consciousness and the specific triggers that engage them. Drugs were one way to accomplish this end. "Tune in" meant interact harmoniously with the world around you — externalize, materi

Brothers Tom and Ben Youngs joined which English rugby union club in 2006?

Youngs' flash of temper may land him in hot water | The Independent Youngs' flash of temper may land him in hot water London Irish 32 Leicester Tigers 41 Sunday 25 March 2012 23:00 BST Click to follow Youngs' flash of temper may land him in hot water 1/2 BEN YOUNGS: The scrum-half appeared to drop his right knee on the prone body of Jamie Gibson Getty Images Horacio Agulla, of Leicester, is tackled by London Irish’s Matt Garvey Getty Images BEN YOUNGS: The scrum-half appeared to drop his right knee on the prone body of Jamie Gibson Generally speaking, it takes something very special – or, perhaps, deeply controversial – to leave a man called Homer playing second fiddle in an epic. A Madejski Stadium crowd of 20,000-plus witnessed both during the course of yesterday's captivating Premiership encounter: the first in the form of a brilliant scrummaging display from a pack of Leicester forwards with the scent of blood in their nostrils; the second in the shape of Ben Youngs, the England scrum-half. Or more precisely, Ben Youngs' right knee. At the start of a week in which two members of the red-rose squad, the Northampton players Dylan Hartley and Calum Clark, are being hauled before the beak to answer charges of violent excess, it will be surprising indeed if their international colleague does not join them in the dock. Youngs clearly dropped his knee on to the prone body of the London Irish back-rower Jamie Gibson in the closing seconds of the first half – an act that prompted his opposite number, Darren Allinson, to seek immediate retribution, thereby instigating a mass dust-up – and while Gibson might not have been entirely blameless, he was unquestionably more sinned against than sinner. Asked for his take on this latest flash of temper from Youngs, the London Irish coach Toby Booth went for the euphemistic approach. "What did I think? I thought it was unnecessary," he said. "Was Jamie wrong to hold him back? Probably. But when that happens to someone who can't defend himself, it's a bit different. Still, the right people will have a look at it. What will be, will be." As for the Leicester director of rugby Richard Cockerill, there was more than a whiff of resignation about his reaction. "Ben is trying to play, he gets held down, he leverages himself off," he said by way of an attempted explanation before giving it up as a bad job. "It's not ideal," he admitted, eventually. "Whether it's citable is not for me to say, but if we were to lose him at this stage of the season, it wouldn't be good." This was a fiercely contested match, teetering on the fractious, which explains why the two goalkickers, Tom Homer and Toby Flood, had plenty of opportunities to hone their marksmanship skills. Yet while Flood, operating behind a dominant set-piece, kicked with impressive accuracy, he was overshadowed – in this department at least – by his opponent. Three times between the 70th and 75th minutes, with the outcome very much in the balance, Homer was asked to land 50m shots from left field. Three times, he bisected the sticks with such precision that the phrase "middle of the middle", coined by the long-time England kicking coach Dave Alred, sprang to mind. "He's a special kid and that was a special performance," acknowledged Brian Smith, newly reinstalled at the top end of the Exiles' rugby operation after a three-year tour of duty with England. Smith played alongside some half-decent points-gatherers during his time in international rugby with Australia and Ireland – the great Wallaby midfield strategist Michael Lynagh, for one – and has worked with a few more top-of-the-bill acts during his coaching career, including some bloke by the name of Wilkinson. Yet there was a moment yesterday when it was difficult to believe he had ever seen anything better. Homer also contributed a second-half try after wrong-footing the aforementioned Youngs, among others, in open field a dozen or so minutes after the interval, but for all the full-back's heroics, he would finish on the losing side. Leicester, slow to react to the pace and tempo of the

Known as ‘The Liberator of South America’, political leader Simon Bolivar became President of which country in 1813?

100 Leaders Your first name. Summary Simón Bolívar, the “Liberator,” was a military and political leader who freed much of South America from Spanish rule. Bolívar recognized that a country could not be free and prosper under a colonial system. Although not always successful in military campaigns, Bolívar fought the Spanish and eventually liberated five countries. Bolívar was less successful in getting people to adopt his vision of a united South America, but he is still hailed as the man who freed much of South America from Spanish rule. "The executive is commander in chief of the army and navy; he makes peace and declares war; but Parliament annually determines what sums are to be paid to these military forces…Give Venezuela such an executive power in the person of a president chosen by the people or their representatives, and you will have taken a great step toward national happiness." Bolivar’s Message to the Congress at Angostura, 1819, Modern History Sourcebook Biography Simón Bolívar is nicknamed the “Liberator” because of his role in liberating what would become Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia from control by Spain. Born into a wealthy family in Venezuela, Bolívar was educated in Spain. Bolívar met Napoleon and was present at the coronation of Napoleon as emperor and but felt Napoleon had betrayed the principles of the French Revolution. When Bolívar returned to Venezuela in 1807, he joined the movement to overthrow the Spanish. In 1810, Venezuela’s independence movement declared independence from Spain, and a new government was created. However, the movement was defeated by Spain, and Bolívar was forced to flee to Cartagena, Colombia. In 1813, fighting once again broke out between the rebels and the Spanish. This time Bolívar and his troops successfully defeated the Spanish. Bolívar then went to New Granada (present-day Colombia) and took command of military forces. In May 1814, he captured the capital, Bogotá. Bolívar believed that South America should have a parliamentary government modeled after England but with a president for life. By 1821, Bolívar had successfully liberated Venezuela, Ecuador, and New Granada and found the Republic of Gran Colombia. In 1822, Bolívar met the Argentinian general, José de San Martin and the two agreed to liberate Peru together. Bolívar conquered the part of Peru known as Alto Peru and this was renamed Bolivia in Bolívar’s honor. Bolívar found it increasingly difficult to govern the newly liberated territories. Many of his generals did not have the same vision for a united South America and conflicts soon arose. He declared himself dictator of Gran Colombia in 1828 and survived an assassination attempt that year. He resigned as president in 1830 and died that same year. Although not politically successful in uniting South America, Bolívar is still hailed as the man who freed five countries from the colonial rule of Spain. What Made Simón Bolívar A leader? Despite having many advantages of wealth, Simón Bolívar was committed to providing political freedom to people. Bolívar successfully waged a number of military campaigns throughout South America, defeating the Spanish on numerous occasions. After hundreds of years of domination by Spain, Bolívar was instrumental in moving South America closer to democratic governments. Discover More About Simón Bolívar Keywords Arana, Marie. Bolivar: American Liberator. New York: Simon & Schuster, 2013. Lynch, John. Simon Bolivar: A Life. New Haven: Yale University Press, 2006. Williamson, Edwin. The Penguin History of Latin America. New York: Penguin, 2010

Who wrote the 1930 novel ‘The Maltese Falcon’?

NEA Big Read NEA Big Read The Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammett I’m one of the few—if there are any more—people moderately literate who take the detective story seriously. About the Book Introduction to the Book Dashiell Hammett's third novel, The Maltese Falcon (1930), set the standard by which all subsequent detective fiction would be judged. Hammett's clean prose and sharp ear for dialogue produced an exceedingly readable novel with enough twists to keep the reader turning the pages in search of clues. Set in San Francisco, the story takes place over a six-day period, beginning Wednesday, December 5, and ending Monday morning, December 10, 1928. A tough, independent detective, Samuel Spade is hired by the beautiful and mysterious "Miss Wonderly," who walks into his office pleading desperately for help finding her sister. This bogus job gets Spade's partner, Miles Archer, and a thug named Thursby killed that same night. Though he disliked Archer, Spade's personal moral code dictates that "when a man's partner is killed he's supposed to do something about it." The police question Spade's innocence because he and Archer's wife were having an affair. After Miss Wonderly summons Spade to her hotel the next day, she confesses that her real name is Brigid O'Shaughnessy. Spade knows he's being manipulated but remains uncertain about Brigid's motives. He returns to his office, where the shadowy Joel Cairo pays a surprise visit and offers five thousand dollars for the return of a jewel-encrusted black bird. Spade soon realizes that O'Shaughnessy, Cairo, and Cairo's boss, Casper Gutman, are all seeking an elusive falcon statuette once owned by the legendary Knights of Rhodes. Sam Spade is not a man to shy away from a fight, but he is also clever enough to play along in order to find the falcon and prove himself innocent. Who murdered Spade's partner? Where is the Maltese falcon? Is Brigid O'Shaughnessy as guileless as she claims? Will Spade risk himself to save her? Among many other things, The Maltese Falcon is about what it's like to want something—a fortune, a lover, or even respect—so bad that you would kill for it, give up a chance at happiness to get it, until finally the chase itself means more to you than what you're chasing. The Maltese Falcon is a bomb that starts ticking in the first chapter, ticks faster as it goes, and doesn't detonate until the last pitiless page. Major Characters in the Book Sam Spade Cool and strong, grinning his way through his middle thirties, this cagey private detective becomes caught in a chase for the falcon after someone guns down his partner, Miles Archer, in an alley. Spade's personal code drives him to avenge the murder-though whether from honor or just good business is for readers to decide. Miles Archer Ten years older than Sam Spade and none too bright, Spade's lecherous partner has never noticed his wife's affair. He misses the holes in an attractive new client's story, too, and pays dearly for it. Brigid O'Shaughnessy (aka Miss Wonderly) The consummate femme fatale, Brigid is beautiful, manipulative, and dangerous. A compulsive liar, she tries to use her feminine wiles to charm men into believing what she says and doing what she wants. Effie Perine Sam Spade's secretary is devoted and trustworthy, if perhaps a little too trusting of Brigid. After Effie guards a dead body for Spade, he compliments her loyalty and grit by saying, "You're a damned good man, sister." Joel Cairo A polished but imperfect crook, Cairo first offers Spade money for the falcon, then holds him at gunpoint—twice—while searching his office. Casper Gutman Cairo's corpulent employer describes himself as a man not "easily discouraged when he wants something." His obsession has led him on a seventeen-year search for the falcon. Wilmer Gutman's sensitive young gunman has a smart mouth but not much in the way of brains. As Spade observes, "The cheaper the crook, the gaudier the patter." "His fingers tore the wad apart and then he had the foot-high figure of a bird, black as coal and shiny where its polish was not d

During which year did British sovereignty of Hong Kong end?

Hong Kong's Return To China: Year In Review 1997 | Hong Kong | Britannica.com EU Considers Rules For Robots At midnight on June 30/July 1, 1997, the crown colony of Hong Kong (see Map ) officially reverted to Chinese sovereignty, ending 156 years of British rule. After a formal handover ceremony on July 1, the colony became the Hong Kong special administrative region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China. The ceremony culminated a 13-year transition that had been initiated by the Sino-British Joint Declaration on the Question of Hong Kong, signed by the heads of the two governments in December 1984. The agreement stipulated that under Chinese rule the HKSAR would enjoy a high degree of autonomy, except in matters of foreign relations and defense, and that the social and economic systems as well as the lifestyle in Hong Kong would remain unchanged for 50 years after 1997. Many observers, however, expressed considerable skepticism about China’s pledge to abide by the "one country, two systems" plan outlined in the agreement. They feared that China would drastically curtail the rights and freedoms of Hong Kong residents. Great Britain had acquired Hong Kong Island from China in 1842, when the Treaty of Nanking was signed at the end of the first Opium War (1839-42). Unsatisfied with incomplete control of the harbour, the British forced China to cede Kowloon Peninsula south of what is now Boundary Street and Stonecutters Island less than 20 years later, after the second Opium War (1856-60). By the Convention of 1898, the New Territories together with 235 islands were leased to Britain for 99 years from July 1, 1898. After the communists took power in China in 1949, Hong Kong became a sanctuary for hundreds of thousands of refugees fleeing communist rule. In the following decades the Chinese government insisted that the treaties giving Britain sovereignty over Hong Kong were invalid. Connect with Britannica Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram Pinterest Although in 1984 Britain and China agreed on the terms of the handover of Hong Kong, Sino-British cooperation during the transition period deteriorated after the appointment in 1992 of Chris Patten as Hong Kong’s last colonial governor. Sharply breaking with past practice, Patten initiated a series of political reforms designed to give the people of Hong Kong a greater voice in government via democratic elections to the Legislative Council (LegCo). China’s crackdown on the student-led democracy movement in 1989 fed anxiety in Hong Kong regarding the handover and led to the political awakening of a previously quiescent population. Beijing made efforts to stonewall Patten’s reforms, which it condemned as a betrayal of London’s earlier promises to manage the transition as an exercise in which Hong Kong had no voice of its own. When Hong Kong’s Democratic Party, led by barrister Martin Lee, routed pro-Beijing politicians in the 1995 LegCo elections, Beijing denounced Patten and began a series of strong measures aimed at reestablishing its influence. On March 24, 1996, China’s 150-member Preparatory Committee, which had been created to oversee the handover, voted to dissolve LegCo and install a provisional legislature after Hong Kong returned to Chinese sovereignty. In December 1996 a China-backed special election committee selected the 60 members of the provisional body, just days after it had overwhelmingly elected 59-year-old shipping magnate Tung Chee-hwa (see BIOGRAPHIES ) the first chief executive of the HKSAR. Tung, whose tottering corporate empire had been salvaged by a large infusion of government-supplied capital in the 1980s, soon signaled his intention to roll back Patten’s reforms, announcing in April 1997 proposals to restrict political groups and public protests after the handover. In essence, what Lee called the "Singaporization" of Hong Kong--i.e., the imposition of authoritarian control--had begun even before the Union Jack was lowered in the colony for the last time. Pomp and pageantry marked the formal handover ceremony. In attendance were numerous dignitaries

Which 1968 film is partially based on the novel ‘Sentinel’ by Arthur C Clarke?

1000+ images about 2001 - A Space Odyssey (1968) on Pinterest | Astronauts, Pan am and Keir dullea Pinterest • The world’s catalog of ideas 2001 - A Space Odyssey (1968) 2001: A Space Odyssey is a science-fiction narrative, produced in 1968 as both a novel, written by Arthur C. Clarke, and a film, directed by Stanley Kubrick. It is a part of Clarke's Space Odyssey series. Both the novel and the film are partially based on Clarke's short story "The Sentinel", written in 1948 as an entry in a BBC short story competition, and "Encounter in the Dawn", published in 1953 in the magazine Amazing Stories. 310 Pins369 Followers

A labeorphilist collects what type of bottles?

Labeorphile | Define Labeorphile at Dictionary.com labeorphile one who loves or collects beer bottle labels or beer bottles; also called labeorphilist Dictionary.com's 21st Century Lexicon

What was the pen-name of British writer Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch?

Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch - Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch Biography - Poem Hunter Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch - Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch Biography - Poem Hunter Biography Biography of Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch was born on November 21, 1863 in Cornwall. He was a British writer, who published under the pen name of "Q". Quiller-Couch received a degree from Trinity College, Oxford and later became a lecturer there. While he was at Oxford he published Dead Man’s Rock (1887), and followed this with the 1888 publication of Troy Town and in 1889, The Splendid Spur. His later novels included The Blue Pavilions (1891), The Ship of Stars (1899), Hetty Wesley (1903), The Adventures of Harry Revel (1903), Fort Amity (1904), The Shining Ferry (1905), and Sir John Constantine (1906). In 1898 he completed Robert Louis Stevenson’s unfinished novel, St Ives. While in Oxford he was known as a writer of excellent verse. His poetical work is contained in Poems and Ballads (1896). In 1895 he published an anthology from the 16th and 17th-century English lyrists, The Golden Pomp, followed in 1900 by an equally successful Oxford Book of English Verse, 1250—1900 (1900). He was knighted in 1910, also that year publishing The Sleeping Beauty and other Fairy Tales from the Old French. He received a professorship of English at The University of Cambridge in 1912, which he retained for the rest of his life, later becoming Chair of English. This page is based on the copyrighted Wikipedia Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch; it is used under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License . You may redistribute it, verbatim or modified, providing that you comply with the terms of the CC-BY-SA. Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch Poems

Remy, Colette Tatou and Anton Ego are all characters in which 2007 Disney film?

Colette Tatou | Disney Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Colette Tatou is one of the two tritagonists (the other being Gusteau ) in Ratatouille . Contents [ show ] Personality Colette is a very tough, assertive woman who is very hardworking. She is very fierce and strong, as shown when she is forced to train Linguini , and immediately sticks knives in his sleeves as she tells him she won't let a new trainee screw up all of her hard work. During her training with Linguini, she scolds him for taking his time while cooking and later threatens to kill Linguini if he can't keep his station clean. Colette herself states that the reason she is the only woman in the kitchen where cooking is regulated "by rules of stupid old men who make it impossible for women to cook" is because she is the toughest cook in the kitchen. However, despite some of her tougher qualities, she is a firm fan and believer in Gusteau and his famous motto: "Anyone can cook." She has also memorized all of his recipes by heart. Her strong belief in his words causes her to defend Linguini from being fired by Chef Skinner , saying that it would betray Gusteau's words especially after LeClaire said she liked the soup he made. Her belief in Gusteau's words is so strong that despite having initially thought Linguini was crazy to say that Remy (a rat) was the one revealed to be the cook, she goes back after remembering Gusteau's words and later works together with Remy (while the rest of the staff left after thinking Linguini was crazy) as a cook in Gusteau's and later in Remy and Linguini's bistro, La Ratatouille . Appearances Ratatouille Colette is the only female cook in Chef Skinner 's kitchen at Gusteau's . She is a capable cook, hard working and very tough to enter the masculine world of haute cuisine. She had defended Linguini from being fired as a garbage boy when Skinner caught him "cooking" the soup in which Remy had made. She takes Linguini under her wing and teaches him the skills necessary to survive in the fast-paced kitchen. She was at first unaware of Luigini's admiration for her. Colette felt disgruntled when Skinner took a personal interest into Linguini, which in fact Skinner was trying to force the truth of Linguini's cooking. The next day, she tells a sleepwalking Linguini (puppeteered by Remy at the time) that she likes him, and storms out after mistaking his lack of reaction for snobbishness. Linguini awakens and struggles to tell her the truth. Colette is initially puzzled by his actions and raving behavior and slips a hand into her bag for a canister of mace. Remy desperately makes Linguini fall onto Colette to prevent him from talking further and the two kiss. Colette is equally surprised as Linguini but quickly falls in love, dropping the mace. A romantic relationship quickly blossoms after this incident. When Linguini suddenly inherits the restaurant when Remy successfully steals papers and will that testify that Linguini is Gusteau's secret son, he and Colette run the restaurant. Food critic Anton Ego arrives with a challenge for the restaurant, and Colette prepares only to discover that Linguini had no ability to cook. When Linguini defends Remy, Colette listens to his claim that the rat is the real cook. Tearfully, she believes that Linguini has lost it, and so leaves him. However, she remembers Gusteau's motto: "Anyone can cook" (a phrase she deeply believes in) and returns to aid Linguini and Remy in the cooking. Ego is successfully dealt with, and he requests to see the chef. Reluctantly, she allows Remy to be unveiled as the true chef and Ego leaves, reformed. Later, Gusteau's was closed down due to rats in the kitchen, but Colette has found cooking at a new Parisian bistro , along with Linguini and Remy, with Ego as a patron and queues stretching around the block. Gallery The Disney Wiki has a collection of images and media related to Colette Tatou . Trivia Aside from being the only female chef in Gusteau's Restaurant , Colette is also the only main female character that appears in Ratatouille . In Your Friend the Rat ,

What is the ‘Fifth Pillar of Islam’?

The Fifth Pillar of Islam: The Pilgrimage (Hajj) - The Religion of Islam The Five Pillars of Islam and Other Acts of Worship The Fifth Pillar of Islam: The Pilgrimage (Hajj) The Fifth Pillar of Islam: The Pilgrimage (Hajj) Rating:    Font size: Description: The merits and various rites performed in Hajj, the fifth of the five obligatory fundamental Muslim practices. Category: Published on 13 Feb 2006 Last modified on 04 Jan 2015 Printed: 2943 Viewed: 238039 (daily average: 60) Rating: 4 out of 5 Rated by: 103 Best Rate it The Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca) is the fifth of the fundamental Muslim practices and institutions known as the five pillars of Islam. �Pilgrimage is not undertaken in Islam to the shrines of saints, to monasteries for help from holy men, or to sights where miracles are supposed to have occurred, even though we may see many Muslims do this. �Pilgrimage is made to the Kaaba, found in the sacred city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia, the �House of God,� whose sanctity rests in that the Prophet Abraham built it for the worship of God. �God rewarded him by attributing the House to himself, in essence honoring it, and by making it the devotional epicenter which all Muslims face when offering the prayers (salah). �The rites of pilgrimage are performed today exactly as did by Abraham, and after him by Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon them. Pilgrimage is viewed as a particularly meritorious activity. �Pilgrimage serves as a penance - the ultimate forgiveness for sins, devotion, and intense spirituality. �The pilgrimage to Mecca, the most sacred city in Islam, is required of all physically and financially able Muslims once in their life. � The pilgrimage rite begins a few months after Ramadan, on the 8th day of the last month of the Islamic year of Dhul-Hijjah, and ends on the 13th day. �Mecca is the center towards which the Muslims converge once a year, meet and refresh in themselves the faith that all Muslims are equal and deserve the love and sympathy of others, irrespective of their race or ethnic origin. �The racial harmony fostered by Hajj is perhaps best captured by Malcolm X on his historic pilgrimage: "Every one of the thousands at the airport, about to leave for Jeddah, was dressed this way. �You could be a king or a peasant and no one would know. �Some powerful personages, who were discreetly pointed out to me, had on the same thing I had on. �Once thus dressed, we all had begun intermittently calling out "Labbayka! (Allahumma) Labbayka!" (At your service, O Lord!) Packed in the plane were white, black, brown, red, and yellow people, blue eyes and blond hair, and my kinky red hair - all together, brothers! �All honoring the same God, all in turn giving equal honor to each other . . . That is when I first began to reappraise the �white man�. It was when I first began to perceive that �white man�, as commonly used, means complexion only secondarily; primarily it described attitudes and actions. �In America, �white man� meant specific attitudes and actions toward the black man, and toward all other non-white men. �But in the Muslim world, I had seen that men with white complexions were more genuinely brotherly than anyone else had ever been. �That morning was the start of a radical alteration in my whole outlook about �white� men. There were tens of thousands of pilgrims, from all over the world. �They were of all colors, from blue-eyed blonds to black-skinned Africans. �But we were all participating in the same ritual displaying a spirit of unity and brotherhood that my experiences in America had led me to believe never could exist between the white and the non-white... �America needs to understand Islam, because this is the one religion that erases from its society the race problem. �Throughout my travels in the Muslim world, I have met, talked to, and even eaten with people who in America would have been considered white - but the �white� attitude was removed from their minds by the religion of Islam. �I have never before seen sincere and true brotherhood practiced by all colors together, irrespective of their c

How many events are in a tetrathlon?

Tetrathlon - United States Pony Clubs Tetrathlon Donor Year Book Tetrathlon Tetrathlon requires sound horsemanship and general athletic ability.  Its goal is to encourage Pony Club members to broaden their interest in riding and multiple sports.  The Tetrathlon discipline is often used as a developmental discipline for athletes wishing to compete in Modern Pentathlon.  The U.S. Modern Pentathlon and Olympic Committees often select candidates from Pony Club Tetrathletes.  Both groups offer guidance and training programs for outstanding athletes who meet their requirements for skill and endurance. Competitions: Tetrathlon competitions are comprised of four phases: the running phase, shooting phase, swimming phase, and the riding phase.  A competitor’s combined scores in all four phases determines their overall placing in the competition. The running phase challenges each competitor’s physical stamina and endurance over cross country terrain and may include negotiating obstacles such as hay bales, logs, and low fences. The shooting phase tests a competitor’s skill and accuracy in a standing position, using an air pistol on a 10-meter course of fire.  Any type of CO2 air pistol which does not exceed the specifications outlined in the Tetrathlon Rulebook is permitted. The swimming phase allows competitors to demonstrate their swimming skills over a course length in meters or yards. The riding phase of competition provides an opportunity for the rider and mount to demonstrate equestrian skills over a predefined, stadium jumping type course.  Courses are designed as stadium, cross-country, or a combination of both, where the course incorporates stadium fixtures as well as natural terrain. Tetrathlon in Pony Club In Pony Club, Tetrathlon is used as a proving ground for young athletes wishing to go on to compete in Modern Pentathlon.  Members who excel in Tetrathlon may also be selected to participate in Pony Club’s International Tetrathlon Exchange.  It is not only an opportunity to compete on the international stage but a great way to be an ambassador for Pony Club as a leader and team member.  Pony Club also offers many other awards for members who do well in Tetrathlon. Opportunities Opportunities abound for those wishing to pursue Tetrathlon during their Pony Club career!    The core values members learn in Pony Club also prepare them for other positions in the equine industry.

In which country was the radio telescope situated that transmitted pictures all over the world of Neil Armstrong walking on the moon in 1969?

Astronomy Follow DL on Astronomy This is the thread were we post news about and discuss astronomy. We've had some cool threads lately, and I thought it would be good to have future posts appended to one thread. Planets Big Bangs; modest bangs; small, shy bangs And more! I'll start, the Washington Post has a cool article today on a probe of the planet Ceres. I think they were being too cute and attempting to generate views by referring to this piddling dwarf-planet as a "planet", without qualification. But no matter, we're there, taking pictures and orbiting. This thread is [italic]not[/italic] for astrology posts, please. by Anonymous Neil lagasse ferguson is totally a hot daddy by Anonymous This thread is not for astrology posts, please. But they're obviously related. They're no more related than Nephrology and Phrenology. by Anonymous I love black holes. Diesel Washington and XL are my favorites. by Anonymous I love planets. My favorite is Planet Hollywood. by Anonymous Comet sucks, I prefer Ajax myself. by Anonymous reply 6 03/06/2015 Big Bang is my favorite TV show. Did you see the one where Sheldon acted all weird? by Anonymous reply 7 03/06/2015 Mystery 'noise' could be an Earth-like world: Strange signals suggest habitable planet exists 22 light years away by Anonymous reply 8 03/06/2015 Whats strange about the Ceres probe is how far away it is from its target. Right now its orbiting at like 22,000 miles. Eventually it will get as close as 250 miles. But Ceres is only 500 miles in diameter. It seems the probe is awfully far away from something so small. by Anonymous reply 10 03/08/2015 Astronomy is one of the things that keeps me from frank atheism. What is the "big bang" but Creation with a capital C? by Anonymous reply 11 03/08/2015 And the Lord said, "Let there be light", and then BAM, there was a whole lot of light! by Anonymous reply 12 03/08/2015 R12 Sure. And a few lines later that same source says the moon produces its own light. by Anonymous I knew a few black ho's by Anonymous reply 18 03/28/2015 So I suppose I'm the one who has to finally tell you, OP, that we've all already heard about the rings around Uranus. by Anonymous reply 19 03/28/2015 When you learn about all the contingent hoops our planet had to pass through to produce life, and then all the other things that had to happen to produce "intelligent" life, it wouldn't surprise me if we weren't the only intelligent species in our galaxy, or maybe even the entire universe. But everyone else if they exist is too far away to test that hypothesis. by Anonymous reply 20 03/28/2015 Crow has a new video of another lunar wave. He implies that the moon is a hologram hiding the real moon because the real moon has man-made structures on it that the government doesn't want us to see. He seems like a decent guy and has some other interesting videos that I don't think he manipulates but I find the hologram idea to be a little unbelievable. by Anonymous What's the purported motive to hide the Moon structures? by Anonymous reply 23 03/28/2015 [quote] Ringed by footprints, sitting in the moondust, lies a 2-foot wide panel studded with 100 mirrors pointing at Earth: Apollo 11 astronauts Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong put it there on July 21, 1969, about an hour before the end of their final moonwalk. Thirty-five years later, it's the only Apollo science experiment still running. This mirror is used in experiments to measure the distance of the moon from Earth by shooting a lazer at the mirror and timing it's return. The experiment is conducted at facilitates around the world. They found that the moon is adding about an inch a year to its orbit, and will one day escape into space. by Anonymous reply 24 03/29/2015 OP The moon used to be much closer and has gradually drifted for a really long time. Think of what the full moon would have looked like in ages past. We sure will miss the moon when it drifts away. Oh wait we'll have destroyed ourselves by then. Never mind. by Anonymous reply 25 03/29/2015 What keeps the front side of the moon always exact

Which Peanuts cartoon character is famous for saying ‘There is no heavier burden than a great potential’?

– “Goodbyes always make my throat hurt… I need more hellos.” – “Happiness is anyone and anything that’s loved by you.” – “In the book of life, the answers aren’t in the back.” – “I think I’m afraid to be happy, because whenever I get too happy, something bad always happen.” – “There must be millions of people all over the world who never get any love letters… I could be their leader.” – “Sometimes I lie awake at night and ask ‘Where have I gone wrong’, then a voice says to me ‘This is going to take more than one night’.” – “Awkward is my specialty.” – “Nothing takes the taste out of peanut butter quite like unrequited love.” – “Few people are successful unless other people want them to be.” – “Absence makes the heart grow fonder, but it sure makes the rest of you lonely.” – “It always looks darkest just before it gets totally black.” – “I thought being in love was supposed to make you happy…” – “I’ve developed a new philosophy. I only dread one day at a time.” – “Sometimes you lie in bed at night, and you don’t have a single thing to worry about…That always worries me!” Another little wisecracker from this comic book was Charlie’s best friend Linus. Now Linus was a real smart kid – check out some of his best lines: – “There is no heavier burden than a great potential.” – “You know, Charlie Brown, they say we learn more from losing than from winning.” – “This blanket is a necessity. It keeps me from cracking up. It may be regarded as a spiritual tourniquet. Without it, I’d be nothing, a ship without a rudder.” – “Charlie Brown, you’re the only person I know who can take a wonderful season like Christmas and turn it into a problem. Maybe Lucy’s right. Of all the Charlie Browns in the world, you’re the Charlie Browniest.” – “Well, I think that the purpose of going to school is to get good grades so then you can go on to high school; and the purpose is to study hard so you can get good grades so you can go to college; and the purpose of going to college is so you can get good grades so you can go on to graduate school; and the purpose of that is to work hard and get good grades so we can get a job and be successful so that we can get married and have kids so we can send them to grammar school to get good grades so they can go to high school to get good grades so they can go to college and work hard…” – “I love mankind – it’s people I can’t stand!” – “Big sisters are the crab grass in the lawn of life!” Cover photo: www.stelabird.com

Which is the largest of the Balearic Islands?

The Balearic Islands Guide | Spain Travel | Rough Guides Europe » Spain » The Balearic Islands East of the Spanish mainland, the four chief Balearic Islands – Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca and Menorca – maintain a character distinct from the rest of Spain and from each other. Ibiza is wholly unique, its capital Ibiza Town is loaded with historic interest and a draw for thousands of clubbers and gay visitors, while the north of the island has a distinctly bohemian character. Tiny Formentera has even better beaches than its neighbour and makes up in rustic charm what it lacks in cultural interest. Mallorca , the largest and best-known Balearic, battles with its image as an island of little more than sun, booze and high-rise hotels. In reality, you’ll find all the clichés, most of them crammed into the mega-resorts of the Bay of Palma and the east coast, but there’s lots more besides: mountains, lovely old towns, some beautiful coves, and the Balearics’ one real city, Palma . Mallorca is, in fact, the one island in the group you might come to other than for beaches and nightlife, with scope for plenty of hiking. And finally, to the east, there’s Menorca – more subdued in its clientele, and here, at least, the modern resorts are kept at a safe distance from the two main towns, the capital Maó , which boasts the deepest harbour in the Med, and the charming, pocket-sized port of Ciutadella . Access to the islands is easy from Britain and mainland Spain, with plenty of bargain-priced flights in summer, though in winter only Mallorca is really well connected. In addition, ferries and catamarans link Barcelona, Valencia and Denia with the islands, and there are plenty of inter-island ferries, too, though these can be pricey and fully booked in summer. The main fly in the ointment is cost: as prime “holiday islands”, the Balearics charge considerably above mainland prices for rooms and eating out can be expensive. Rental cars can also be hard to come by at this time. Travelling around by bus, moped, scooter and bicycle are all perfectly feasible, but note that car-rental companies do not allow their vehicles to be taken from one island to another. Catalan is spoken throughout the Balearics, and each of the three main islands has a different dialect, though locals all speak Castilian (Spanish). For the visitor, confusion arises from the difference between the islands’ road signs and street names – which are almost exclusively in Catalan – and many of the maps on sale, which are in Castilian. In particular, note that Menorca now calls its capital Maó rather than Mahón, while both the island and town of Ibiza are usually referred to as Eivissa. In this chapter we give the Catalan name for towns, beaches and streets, except for Ibiza and Ibiza Town which are not widely known by their Catalan names outside Spain. The Balearic Islands