What was the name of the first US steam locomotive, built in 1830, to be operated on a common-carrier railroad?

America's First Steam Locomotive, 1830 America's First Steam Locomotive, 1830 Printer Friendly Version >>> In the 1820s the port of Baltimore was in danger. The threat came from the newly opened Erie Canal (see "Traveling the Erie Canal, 1836" ) and the proposed construction of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal that would parallel the Potomac River from Washington, DC to Cumberland, MD. These new water routes promised to provide a commercial gateway to the West that would bypass Baltimore's thriving harbor and potentially hurl the city into an economic abyss. Something had to be done. A Modern Reconstruction of the Tom Thumb The local entrepreneurs looked across the Atlantic to England and found an answer in the newly developed railroad. In 1828, the Maryland syndicate, led by Charles Carroll - a signer of the Declaration of Independence - broke ground for the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. The railroad's objective was to connect Baltimore with the Ohio River and the West. Initially, the railroad's power was to be provided by horses. However, it soon became obvious that animal muscle was no match for the long distances and mountainous terrain that would have to be traveled. The solution lay with the steam engine. By 1830, the B&O Railroad had extended its track from Baltimore to the village of Ellicott's Mills thirteen miles to the west. The railroad was also ready to test its first steam engine - an American-made locomotive engineered by Peter Cooper of New York. It was a bright summer's day and full of promise. Syndicate members and friends piled into an open car pulled by a diminutive steam locomotive appropriately named the "Tom Thumb" with its inventor at the controls. Passengers thrilled at the heart-pumping sensation of traveling at the then un-heard speed of 18 mph. The outbound journey took less than an hour. On the return trip, an impromptu race with a horse-drawn car developed. The locomotive came out the loser. It was an inauspicious beginning. However, within a few years the railroad would become the dominate form of long-distance transportation and relegate the canals to the dustbin of commercial history. ADVERTISMENT "...it was determined to have a race home." John Latrobe was a lawyer for the B&O Railroad from its inception. He was present on that eventful day as the locomotive's builder piloted the "Tom Thumb" into history: "The boiler of Mr. Cooper's engine was not as large as the kitchen boiler attached to many a range in modern mansions. It was of about the same diameter, but not much more than half as high. It stood upright in the car, and was filled, above the furnace, which occupied the lower section, with vertical tubes. The cylinder was but three-and-a half inches in diameter, and speed was gotten up by gearing. No natural draught could have been sufficient to keep up steam in so small a boiler; and Mr. Cooper used therefore a blowing-apparatus, driven by a drum attached to one of the car wheels, over which passed a cord that in its turn worked a pulley on the shaft of the blower... Mr. Cooper's success was such as to induce him to try a trip to Ellicott's Mills; and an open car, the first used upon the road, already mentioned, having been attached to his engine, and filled with the directors and some friends, the speaker among the rest, the first journey by steam in America was commenced. The trip was most interesting. The curves were passed without difficulty at a speed of fifteen miles an hour; the grades were ascended with comparative ease; the day was fine, the company in the highest spirits, and some excited gentlemen of the party pulled out memorandum books, and when at the highest speed, which was eighteen miles an hour, wrote their names and some connected sentences, to prove that even at that great velocity it was possible to do so. The return trip from the Mills - a distance of thirteen miles - was made in fifty-seven minutes. But the triumph of this Tom Thumb engine was not altogether without a drawback. The great stage proprietors of the day were Stockton & Stokes; and on this occasion a g


Bukit Timah is the highest point in which Republic of Southeast Asia?

Singapore Singapore Official name: Republic of Singapore Area: 648 square kilometers (250 square miles) Highest point on mainland: Bukit Timah (166 meters/545 feet) Lowest point on land: Sea level Hemispheres: Northern and Eastern P.M. = noon GMT Longest distances: 42 kilometers (26 miles) from east-northeast to west-southwest; 23    kilometers (14 miles) from south-southeast to north-northwest Land boundaries: None Coastline: 193 kilometers (120 miles) Territorial sea limits: 5.6 kilometers (3 nautical miles) 1 LOCATION AND SIZE The Republic of Singapore consists of a main island and sixty-three     islets just south of the tip of the Malay Peninsula in Southeast Asia.     Singapore, the second smallest country in Asia, is often described as a     city-state. The diamond-shaped main island, which accounts for all but     about 38 square kilometers (15 square miles) of the republic's     area, is almost entirely urban. With a total area of 648 square     kilometers (250 square miles), Singapore is nearly 3.5 times the size of     Washington, D.C. 2 TERRITORIES AND DEPENDENCIES Singapore has no territories or dependencies. 3 CLIMATE Singapore has a humid, rainy, tropical climate, with temperatures     moderated by the seas surrounding the islands. Temperatures are nearly     uniform throughout the year, averaging 25°C (77°F) in January     and 27°C (81°F) in June. Although the island lies between 1     and 2 degrees north of the equator, the maritime influences moderate the     heat of the region. The highest temperature ever recorded in Singapore     is only 36°C (97°F). Singapore is very humid, with heavy rainfall all year. Annual rainfall     averages 237 centimeters (93 inches). The northeast monsoon that occurs     between November and March brings the heaviest rainfall of the year. 4 TOPOGRAPHIC REGIONS The main island has three major geographic divisions: an elevated, hilly     area in the center; a section of lower, rolling land to the west; and     flatlands to the east. Singapore's smaller islands are low-lying     with coastal beaches. 5 OCEANS AND SEAS Singapore is located between the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea. Seacoast and Undersea Features The coastal waters surrounding Singapore are generally less than 30     meters (100 feet) deep. Sea Inlets and Straits Singapore is bordered on the north by the Johore Strait, which separates     it from the Malay Peninsula, on the southeast by the Singapore Strait,     and on the southwest by the Strait of Malacca. Islands and Archipelagos After Singapore Island, the next-largest island in the country is Pulau     Tekong Besar to the northeast, with an area of only 18 square kilometers     (7 square miles). Coastal Features The easternmost part of the coastline is smooth, but the rest has many     indentations; the most important of these is the deep natural harbor at     the mouth of the Singapore River on the southern coast. 6 INLAND LAKES Singapore has no significant natural lakes, but it has fourteen     artificial bodies of water that were created by the construction of     reservoirs. 7 RIVERS AND WATERFALLS Singapore's rivers are all short, including its main river, which     has the same name as the island itself. The Singapore River flows into     the wide harbor on the island's southeastern coast. Other rivers     include the Seletar (at 14 Singapore's kilometers/9 miles, the     longest on the island), Jurong, Kalang, Kranji, and Serangoon. 8 DESERTS There are no deserts in Singapore. 9 FLAT AND ROLLING TERRAIN Aside from Bukit Timah Hill, the main island's highest point,     Singapore's central hills include Mandai and Panjang. Lower     ridges extend northwest-to-southeast in the western and southern parts     of the island. 10 MOUNTAINS AND VOLCANOES The highest land on Singapore is a ridge of rugged hills in the center     of the island. The highest is Bukit Timah Hill, at 165 meters (545     feet). 11


Which country defeated England 1-0 on 29th June in the 1950 FIFA World Cup ?

121 (4.65 per match)           A total of 34 teams signed up to participate in the 1950 World Cup qualification rounds, competing for a total of 14 spots in the final tournament. Brazil , as the hosts, and Italy , as the defending champions, qualified automatically. Several countries withdrew from the World Cup for a variety of reasons. Argentina said "no" because of a problem with the Brazilian soccer federation. Germany (occupied and partitioned) and Japan (occupied) were not allowed to participate in the qualification rounds. Countries that were behind the Iron Curtain declined to participate, including the Soviet Union, Hungary (the finalist of 1938), and Czechoslovakia (the finalist of 1934). This was also the first time that the 4 teams from the UK (Scotland, England , Northern Ireland and Wales) decided to take part in the qualifying process, after 17 years of self-impose exile. They would play the British Home Championship as a qualifying group, with the top two teams qualifying.  FIFA made a real effort to convince the teams from UK. They offered the vice presidency of FIFA to an Scottish Football Association (SFA) member, a place on the executive to the UK associations, and two places for the winners and runners-up of the 1950 British International Championship in the World Cup finals. The 14 available spots were distributed in continental zones as shown below: • Europe (UEFA): 18 teams (including Israel and Syria) competed for 7 direct places.  Italy , as the defending champions, qualified automatically. Austria and Belgium withdrew. Turkey qualified, but later withdrew. • South America (CONMEBOL): 7 teams competed for a 4 direct places. Brazil , as the host country, qualified automatically. Argentina (a dispute with the Brazilian Football Confederation), Ecuador and Peru (a dispute with FIFA and CONMEBOL) withdrew. Bolivia, Chile , Paraguay and Uruguay qualified by default without playing any match. • North America, Central America and Caribbean (CONCACAF): 3  teams competed for 2 spots. • Asia (AFC): 4 teams competed for 1 spot. Burma, the Philippines and Indonesia withdrew, so India qualified automatically. India qualified, but later withdrew.   A total of 19 teams played at least one qualifying match. 26 qualifying matches were played, and 121 goals were scored. The preliminary competition became something of a farce. Some teams qualified and then withdrew, others were invited and then decided not to take part. Originally, 16 teams qualified for the  final stage that would be played in Brazil. However, three teams declined to participate and the tournament finally started with only 13 participants. Scotland, who had won the second place in the British Home Championship, decided to resign for having obtained the second place. George Graham, secretary of the SFA, had previously declared that the Scots would only go if they became British champions. Turkey also resigned citing financial problems. Finally, Peru also withdrew at the last minute, due to a dispute with FIFA and CONMEBOL.  Three teams were invited to fill these three gaps: United States , Portugal and France . Portugal refused. After the draw, India, that had qualified for the final stage in Brazil, decided not take part because in those days Indian footballers used to play barefoot, as they did in the Olympics in 1948, and from the 1950 World Cup it was compulsary  to wear shoes. France was offered Turkey's spot and originally accepted, but then also withdrew citing the amount of travel that would be required in Group 4.     External link: RSSSF 1950 FIFA World Cup Qualification                  Format and seedings       The round-robin format used in the first World Cup was chosen again. The sixteen teams were divided into four groups and the winner of each of them would advance to the final round in which they would face in the round-robin format. The organizers wanted a format that ensured that teams will play at least three games, generating both more ticket revenue and more incentive mainly for teams that had to travel long distances


‘Marianne’ is a national emblem of which European country?

France State Symbols, Song, Flags and More - Worldatlas.com Bird: Gallic Rooster Coat of Arms: Coat of Arms: The current emblem of France has been a symbol of France since 1953, although it does not have any legal status as an official coat of arms. It is printed on the cover of French passports and was adopted originally by the French Foreign Ministry as a symbol for use by diplomatic and consular missions during 1912. It is considered an emblem rather than a coat of arms, since it does not respect heraldic rules. The emblem consists of a wide shield with, on the one end a lion-head and on the other an eagle-head, bearing a monogram "RF" standing for Republique Francaise (French Republic). A laurel branch symbolizes victory of the Republic, the oak branch symbolizes perennity or wisdom, and the fasces is a symbol associated with justice (the bundle of rods and an axe, carried by Roman lictors). Flag of France Flower: Lily Marianne: Marianne is present everywhere in France and holds a place of honor in town halls and law courts. She symbolizes the "Triumph of the Republic", and stands as a bronze sculpture overlooking Place de la Nation in Paris. Her profile is found on the official seal of the country, and engraved on coins and drawn on stamps and banknotes. Next to the flag, Marianne is considered the most prominent depiction of the French Republic. Motto: "Liberte, Egalite, Fraternite" meaning "Liberty, Equality, Fraternity" National Anthem: La Marseillaise (words and music by C. Rouget de Lisle), may be the best-known and most inspirational national anthem in the world. National Emblem: The Gallic Rooster decorated French flags during the Revolution, and since 1848, the rooster has been seen on the seal of the Republic. It was used from 1899 as a motif on gold 20 franc coins and it occasionally appears on stamps. National Holiday: July 14 (or "Fete de la Federation") is celebrated with a mixture of solemn military parades, dancing in the streets and fireworks. The storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789 has been commemorated in France for more than a century.


In the novel ‘The Lord of the Rings’, Barliman Butterbur is the proprietor of which inn?

Barliman Butterbur | The One Wiki to Rule Them All | Fandom powered by Wikia Edit Barliman Butterbur owned the Prancing Pony for an unknown period of time in the late Third Age . He was fond of Hobbits and had two hobbit employees: Bob , who worked in the stables, and Nob , a servant. He knew Gandalf very well as he frequently came and stayed at the inn from time to time over the years. During the War of the Ring , he forgot to send Gandalf 's letter to Frodo , leaving Frodo uncertain as to Gandalf's fate and causing him to start his journey much later than the letter indicated. He did not remember it until Frodo and his companions arrived to stay at the inn, and even then it was long before the connection was made. When Gandalf found out he threatened to burn up Butterbur but forgave him in light of his memory problems. He did, however, remember in time to produce Strider 's credentials. Gandalf then blesses his beer for seven years after he learns that Frodo and companions are alive and well and with Strider. In The Return of the King after the War of the Ring, Butterbur was amazed to learn that Strider , a former patron of his inn and for whom he thought was a mere Ranger from out of the wild, had become a King . When the hobbits visit The Prancing Pony in the third book, Nob went home after dark everyday, which Butterbur kept on forgetting. [1] [2] [3] Character Barliman was a good-hearted fat man but notorious for his very bad memory, "One thing drives out another" he says. Portrayal in adaptations


In May 1940, who became British Prime Minister after the resignation of Neville Chamberlain?

Churchill becomes prime minister - May 10, 1940 - HISTORY.com Churchill becomes prime minister Publisher A+E Networks Winston Churchill, First Lord of the Admiralty, is called to replace Neville Chamberlain as British prime minister following the latter’s resignation after losing a confidence vote in the House of Commons. In 1938, Prime Minister Chamberlain signed the Munich Pact with Nazi leader Adolf Hitler, giving Czechoslovakia over to German conquest but bringing, as Chamberlain promised, “peace in our time.” In September 1939, that peace was shattered by Hitler’s invasion of Poland. Chamberlain declared war against Germany but during the next eight months showed himself to be ill-equipped for the daunting task of saving Europe from Nazi conquest. After British forces failed to prevent the German occupation of Norway in April 1940, Chamberlain lost the support of many members of his Conservative Party. On May 10, Hitler invaded Holland, Belgium, and the Netherlands. The same day, Chamberlain formally lost the confidence of the House of Commons. Churchill, who was known for his military leadership ability, was appointed British prime minister in his place. He formed an all-party coalition and quickly won the popular support of Britons. On May 13, in his first speech before the House of Commons, Prime Minister Churchill declared that “I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears, and sweat” and offered an outline of his bold plans for British resistance. In the first year of his administration, Britain stood alone against Nazi Germany, but Churchill promised his country and the world that the British people would “never surrender.” They never did. Related Videos


Which US poet wrote the 1864 poem ‘Christmas Day’, after he had received news that his son had been seriously injured fighting in the American Civil War?

Beauty from tragedy, "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day" | Communities Digital News 1 2189 Longfellow House VIENNA, Va., December 15, 2014 — Many musicians and writers of poetry will admit that some of their finest work comes when they have experienced a death or a tragedy of some kind, that the writing of poetry has an almost cathartic effect on the writer. Such is the case of one of the best known and most beloved  carols associated with Christmas, “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day,” which came from the pen of American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow  (1807-1882) and was written on Christmas Day, 1864. His had been a tortured life in last few years before that day. On July 11, 1861, his wife Fanny had clipped some long curls from the head of her seven-year-old daughter, Edith, and wanting to save them in an envelope, melted a bar of sealing wax with a candle to seal the envelope. Fanny Longfellow and two of her sons Somehow the thin fabric of her clothing caught fire, and she quickly ran to Longfellow’s nearby study for help.  He immediately tried to extinguish the flames with a small rug, and when that failed, he threw his arms around Fanny to smother the flames, causing him to sustain serious burns on his face, arms, and hands. His heroic act did not suffice, and Fanny died the next morning of her injuries. Longfellow was unable to even attend the funeral. Photographs of Longfellow taken or made after the fire usually show him with a full beard, since he was no longer able to shave properly due to the burns and scarring. The coming of the holiday season in the Longfellow house became a time of grieving for his wife while trying to provide a happy time for the children left at home. It was during Christmas 1862 that he wrote in his journal, “A ‘merry Christmas’ say the children, but that is no more for me.” He had also suffered another disappointment when his oldest son, Charles Appleton “Charley” Longfellow, quietly left their Cambridge, Mass. home, and enlisted in the Union Army much against the wishes of his father. In mid-March, Longfellow had received word from Charles, saying, “I have tried hard to resist the temptation of going without your leave, but I cannot any longer.”  The determined young man continued, “I feel it to be my first duty to do what I can for my country and I would willingly lay down my life for it if it would be of any good.” He was 17 years old and went to Capt. W. H. McCartney, who was in charge of Battery A of the 1st Mass. Artillery, asking to be allowed to enlist. McCartney knew the boy and knew he did not have his father’s permission, so he contacted the senior Longfellow to see if he could obtain it on his behalf.  Longfellow conceded and acceded to the request. Charles Longfellow It was only a few months later that Charley came down with typhoid fever and malaria and was sent home to recover, not rejoining his unit until August 15, 1863. Following the Gettysburg battle, which Charley had fortunately missed, the conflict made its way into Virginia, and it was at the Battle of New Hope Church, in Orange, VA., part of the Mine Run Campaign, that the young Lt. Longfellow sustained injuries, which seriously disabled him. He was hit in the shoulder and the ricocheting bullet took out some portions of several vertebrae. It was reported that he missed being paralyzed by less than one inch.  Longfellow traveled to where his injured son was hospitalized and brought him home to Cambridge to recover. The war for Charley was over. And so at Christmas of 1864, a reflective and sad poet sat down and began to write the beautiful words that we sing each Christmas:  I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day Their old familiar carols play, And wild and sweet the words repeat Of peace on earth, good will to men.   I thought how, as the day had come, The belfries of all Christendom Had rolled along the unbroken song Of peace on earth, good will to men.   And in despair I bowed my head: “There is no peace on earth,” I said, “For hate is strong and mocks the song  Of peace on earth, good will to men.”   Then pe


BBC - Food - Halloumi cheese recipes FAQs Halloumi cheese recipes A firm, slightly springy white cheese from Cyprus, traditionally made with sheeps’ milk, although these days mass-produced varieties often use cows’ milk. In texture, halloumi is similar to a firm mozzarella, making it a popular ingredient in Middle Eastern cooking. Unlike mozzarella, however, it has a strong salty flavour, particularly when preserved in brine. Recipes using halloumi cheese See all recipes using halloumi cheese Buyer's guide The best halloumi is made from sheeps’ milk, and will come from Cyprus, although these days you can even find varieties made in Britain. Storage Halloumi will keep in the fridge for many months if left in its original packaging, complete with brine or whey. Once opened, submerge in salt water and refrigerate. Preparation In the Middle East, halloumi is usually fried or grilled to take advantage of its high melting point. Although halloumi can be eaten straight from the packet, some chefs recommend soaking it in buttermilk for a day or two before preparing, to give it a richer, less salty flavour. Article by Felicity Cloake


Lord Gnome is purported to be the proprietor of which fortnightly British publication?

British satirical magazine Private Eye in rude health at 50 - timesofmalta.com Monday, October 3, 2011, 00:00 by Sam Reeves, AFP British satirical magazine Private Eye in rude health at 50 After decades lampooning hapless politicians, Britain’s leading satirical magazine Private Eye turns 50 next month with its brand of irreverent humour as popular as ever. Photo: Carl de Souza/AFP After decades lampooning hapless politicians, Britain’s leading satirical magazine Private Eye turns 50 next month with its brand of irreverent humour as popular as ever. The Eye, as it is affectionately known, has defiantly retained its old-fashioned, scrapbook appearance in an age of glossy magazines and fast-moving news delivered via the internet. Anniversary celebrations include an exhibition at the Victoria and Albert museum in London and a glitzy party in central London, which the invitation says is sponsored by the Worshipful Company of Hacks and Jokewrights. Largely the brainchild of four men who attended the same private school and worked on the school’s magazine, the Eye’s first edition published on October 25, 1961, was a yellow-paged booklet with the headline: Churchill Cult Next For Party Axe. Fast forward five decades, and the fortnightly publication with its mix of off-colour humour and serious investigative journalism is going strong under the watchful eye of long-serving editor Ian Hislop and fictional proprietor Lord Gnome. Its trademark cover with a photograph and a speech bubble regularly pokes fun at Prime Ministers, members of the royal family and media figures and has helped transform it into a British institution selling 200,000 copies each issue. “I think if it did go glossy and have a very kind of modern design, readers would hate it,” said Eye journalist Adam Macqueen, who has written a book to mark the magazine’s half century entitled Private Eye: The First 50 Years. “It would not seem as authentic, it is important, that slightly studenty, ragged look,” he said at the magazine’s offices, a maze-like network of cramped rooms in a ramshackle converted townhouse in London’s Soho district. The Eye’s regular columns range from one focusing on corruption in local authorities, called Rotten Boroughs, to another filled with newsroom gossip, Street of Shame, which makes it a must-read for journalists. While print media in Britain is in crisis, beset by plunging circulations and constant job cuts, the Eye’s focus on subscriptions and refusal to put all of its content on the Internet have helped to keep its sales healthy, Mr Macqueen said. Sales of the Eye have hovered between 205,000 and 210,000 an issue in the past three years, and averaged 206,266 an edition between January and June this year, according to figures from the Audit Bureau of Circulations, which records newspaper sales in Britain. Mr Macqueen also put recent success down to a string of major news stories which have given the magazine’s journalists and joke writers plenty of material. “Bad times for the country make for good times for the Eye – financial crises and coalition governments and unpopular wars, MPs’ expenses, and phone hacking and riots,” he said. The recent phone-hacking scandal which has rocked the media empire of Rupert Murdoch, a regular target of criticism in the magazine where he is nicknamed the Dirty Digger, was the inspiration for a classic Eye front page. The Gotcha edition of the Eye sold around 253,000 copies, about 45,000 more than average. But the magazine has had its fair share of controversy, particularly over front-page jokes judged insensitive. Perhaps the most controversial was the one following the death of Princess Diana in a Paris car crash in 1997, which prompted a major chain of newsagents to ban the issue from its stores. Under the headline Media To Blame, it showed mourners outside Buckingham Palace with speech bubbles coming out of three figures. The first person says: “The papers are a disgrace.” “Yes. I couldn’t get one anywhere,” says the next, and the third responds: “Borrow mine. It’s got a picture of the car.” As for


Yorick’s skull appears in which play by William Shakespeare?

Hamlet: Yoricks Skull as a Major Symbol | Critical Essays | CliffsNotes Yorick's Skull as a Major Symbol    Bookmark this page    Manage My Reading List Throughout the play, Hamlet muses on and toys with the idea of death. His famous fourth soliloquy's opening lines, "To be, or not to be" shows Hamlet thinking about suicide. His turning point of realization comes in the graveyard scene. Hamlet looks at the skull and remembers the man he was fond of, the court jester Yorick. In his musings, Hamlet realizes that death eliminates the differences between people. The hierarchical structure of society is illusory and ultimately crumbles into dust, just like the bones of those long gone.


In February 1906, which type of British battleship was launched for the first time?

10th February 1906: The launch of HMS Dreadnought - YouTube 10th February 1906: The launch of HMS Dreadnought 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 Feb 9, 2016 On the 10th February 1906 the British King, Edward VII, launched HMS Dreadnought – a revolutionary new type of battleship that made all other ships obsolete. She was the fastest and most heavily-armed ship in the world, and the name Dreadnought began to be used to describe a whole class of similar ships. You might think that having the best ship in the world would make Britain the undisputed champion of the seas, but the launch of the Dreadnought arguably created more problems than it solved. Ever since the British government adopted the Two-Power Standard as part of the Naval Defence Act in 1889, the Royal Navy had to have at least the same number of battleships as the next two largest navies in the world combined. At that point it was France and Russia, but by 1906 Wilhelm II had become Kaiser of Germany and began aggressive military expansion and the development of a German Empire under his ‘World Policy’ or Weltpolitik. But why was the Dreadnought a problem to Britain the Two-Power Standard? The issue was that Britain now only had one more Dreadnought than every other country in the world. With all other ships obsolete in the wake of the new design, it was too easy for other countries to catch up. When Germany launched the first of its Dreadnought-style Nassau ships in 1908, Britain was forced to keep ahead by building more and more. The naval arms race and the tension that followed was a major contributing factor to the outbreak of the First World War in 1914. Category


What was the name of the daughter of the Native American chief of the Powhatan Confederacy who married English settler John Rolfe in 1613?

Pocahontas marries John Rolfe - Apr 05, 1614 - HISTORY.com Pocahontas marries John Rolfe Publisher A+E Networks Pocahontas, daughter of the chief of the Powhatan Indian confederacy, marries English tobacco planter John Rolfe in Jamestown, Virginia. The marriage ensured peace between the Jamestown settlers and the Powhatan Indians for several years. In May 1607, about 100 English colonists settled along the James River in Virginia to found Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in America. The settlers fared badly because of famine, disease, and Indian attacks, but were aided by 27-year-old English adventurer John Smith, who directed survival efforts and mapped the area. While exploring the Chickahominy River in December 1607, Smith and two colonists were captured by Powhatan warriors. At the time, the Powhatan confederacy consisted of around 30 Tidewater-area tribes led by Chief Wahunsonacock, known as Chief Powhatan to the English. Smith’s companions were killed, but he was spared and released, (according to a 1624 account by Smith) because of the dramatic intercession of Pocahontas, Chief Powhatan’s 13-year-old daughter. Her real name was Matoaka, and Pocahontas was a pet name that has been translated variously as “playful one” and “my favorite daughter.” In 1608, Smith became president of the Jamestown colony, but the settlement continued to suffer. An accidental fire destroyed much of the town, and hunger, disease, and Indian attacks continued. During this time, Pocahontas often came to Jamestown as an emissary of her father, sometimes bearing gifts of food to help the hard-pressed settlers. She befriended the settlers and became acquainted with English ways. In 1609, Smith was injured from a fire in his gunpowder bag and was forced to return to England. After Smith’s departure, relations with the Powhatan deteriorated and many settlers died from famine and disease in the winter of 1609-10. Jamestown was about to be abandoned by its inhabitants when Baron De La Warr (also known as Delaware) arrived in June 1610 with new supplies and rebuilt the settlement–the Delaware River and the colony of Delaware were later named after him. John Rolfe also arrived in Jamestown in 1610 and two years later cultivated the first tobacco there, introducing a successful source of livelihood that would have far-reaching importance for Virginia. In the spring of 1613, English Captain Samuel Argall took Pocahontas hostage, hoping to use her to negotiate a permanent peace with her father. Brought to Jamestown, she was put under the custody of Sir Thomas Gates, the marshal of Virginia. Gates treated her as a guest rather than a prisoner and encouraged her to learn English customs. She converted to Christianity and was baptized Lady Rebecca. Powhatan eventually agreed to the terms for her release, but by then she had fallen in love with John Rolfe, who was about 10 years her senior. On April 5, 1614, Pocahontas and John Rolfe married with the blessing of Chief Powhatan and the governor of Virginia. Their marriage brought a peace between the English colonists and the Powhatans, and in 1615 Pocahontas gave birth to their first child, Thomas. In 1616, the couple sailed to England. The so-called Indian Princess proved popular with the English gentry, and she was presented at the court of King James I. In March 1617, Pocahontas and Rolfe prepared to sail back to Virginia. However, the day before they were to leave, Pocahontas died, probably of smallpox, and was buried at the parish church of St. George in Gravesend, England. John Rolfe returned to Virginia and was killed in an Indian massacre in 1622. After an education in England, their son Thomas Rolfe returned to Virginia and became a prominent citizen. John Smith returned to the New World in 1614 to explore the New England coast. On another voyage of exploration in 1614, he was captured by pirates but escaped after three months of captivity. He then returned to England, where he died in 1631. Related Videos


What is the name of the private yacht that golfer Tiger Woods gave as a wedding gift to his ex-wife Elin?

The Marriage of Tiger and Elin Woods By Sheri Stritof Updated February 18, 2016. From a lavish, posh, ritzy, bewitching, exclusive, expensive, and elaborate sunset wedding to a bizarre crash into a tree and an apology for "transgressions" and "personal failings", the marriage of Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren continued to make news headlines. Here's information on how the two met and more facts about their wedding, marriage, and divorce. News Updates: 8/23/2010: While details of the divorce of Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren Woods were not disclosed, Steve Helling of People.com reported "The couple were present at Bay County Circuit Court in Panama City, Fla., Monday for the execution of their divorce agreement." It is assumed that Elin will use her maiden name, that the couple will share custody of their two children, and that Ellen's share in the division of their property and assets will be substantial.   "Bay County Courthouse officials say the couple showed up for a hearing room at the Bay County juvenile justice court house on East 11th street with their lawyers, to file their divorce papers. Now usually this takes 20 days to become final, but immediately after filing, the Woods then went to the main courthouse on 4th street, where Circuit Judge Judy Pittman Biebel expedited the case." continue reading below our video 5 Ways You Can Tell It is Love   "This afternoon Elin and Tiger Woods came into the courthouse and filed their petition of dissolution of marriage to get there started for divorce and they went up to the judges office and the final judgment was signed, so they are officially divorced," said Bill Kinsaul, Bay Clerk of Courts."   Where They Met: Elin and Tiger met in 2001 at the British Open at Royal Lytham in England. Elin was working as an au pair to Jesper Parnevik, a Swedish golfer. Proposal: On November 25, 2003, Tiger (27) proposed to Elin (23) in the South African Shamwari Game Reserve while they were on a romantic walk at sunset. They were there for a safari vacation and slept under the stars after the Presidents Cup. Wedding Date and Info: October 5, 2004. The ceremony itself was simple although the rest of the wedding preparations were elaborate and expensive. 500 red roses were imported for the wedding.   Their sunset wedding was held under a white-netted pagoda decorated with red roses on the 19th hole of the Sandy Lane Golf Resort in Barbados. Reportedly , Rev. Ricky Kirton was the officiant at their wedding. The exclusive resort is located on the west coast of the Caribbean locale. The wedding reportedly cost between $1.5 million -- $2 million. Tiger hired the whole complex for a week including 110 rooms and and three golf courses. The rooms reportedly cost from $700 to $9,000 per night each. A team of hairdressers were flown in from London. Elin wore an off-white sleeveless gown. Tiger wore a beige suit.   Approximately 150 guests were at the wedding, including Oprah Winfrey, Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley, and Bill Gates. The wedding reception was held in the resort banquet room which was decorated with 10,000 red and black roses. Champagne and caviar were served to the wedding guests. Hootie & the Blowfish played the music, and fireworks lit up the night after the wedding ceremony. Honeymoon: Their first night as a married couple was spent on a rented multi-million dollar, 155 foot yacht named Privacy. Hometowns: Tiger -- Cypress, California; Elin -- Stockholm, Sweden. Religion: Elin: Model, Au Pair (Nanny) Residences:   Jupiter Island, Florida: "The estate has a four-hole golf course with sand traps, 100 ft.-long swimming pool, diving pool, spa, 100 ft. field and track area, tennis and basketball courts, a pair of boat docks, and a reflecting pond. Inside the facility is a 5,700 sq.-ft. fitness center ... Inside the house, there is a large master suite with his and her bathrooms, three additional bedroom suites, a massive media room, elevator and state-of-the-art kitchen. The basement has a large wine cellar and multiple game rooms. A guest house, garage, golf training studio and boat


Inauguration Day in the US is held during which month of the year?

Inauguration Day: Calendar, History, events, quotes & Fun Facts Days to go: Inauguration Day History Inauguration Day marks the beginning of the new four year term of the President of the United States.  The Inauguration of the US President garners national attention.  Held in Washington D.C., the Inauguration ceremony takes place on the western front of the US Capitol Building.  This day is a federally recognized holiday for all workers within the District of Columbia, and several counties in both Maryland and Virginia.  Inauguration Day falls on January 20th every fourth year, unless the 20th falls on a Sunday.  In this case, it is held on January 21st. Inauguration Day Facts The Twentieth Amendment to the US Constitution changed the date from March 4th to January 20th. The only President to take the oath of office without placing his hand upon a Bible was Theodore Roosevelt in January 1901. He was sworn in with an uplifted hand. The US Constitution only mandates the person take an oath or affirmation before he/she can take office. Various Presidents have added their own twist to the swearing in ceremony, including kissing the Bible, or adding the words so help me God in closing. Inauguration Day Top Events and Things to Do Attend the Inauguration in person by traveling to Washington D.C. the week of January 20th. Watch the Inauguration happen live via television or internet broadcast. Say a prayer for the new President. Watch the Inauguration Parade as it proceeds towards the White House. Host an inauguration party. Enjoy American snacks and celebrate the new president.


In Australia, on which side of the road do motorists drive?

Driving Down Under: What You Need to Know Driving Down Under: What You Need to Know Driving Down Under: What You Need to Know Cavan Images/Taxi/Getty Images By Larry Rivera Updated November 28, 2016. While cars operate in a similar way all over the world, the differences between travelling on the right and left side of the road can really throw a driver off. To add more confusion into the mix, driving a car from a right-handed driver’s seat when you’re used to driving from the left seat in the car takes even more getting used to. Foreign travellers who would like to drive in Australia need to consider these conventions before they even get in the vehicle. Here’s a few things to be aware of before you grab those keys and get going!   First rule: Drive on the left side of the road Sticking to the left side of the road can make the world seem like it’s flipped upside down when you’re used to driving on the right. In places like the United States, vehicles are operated from the right side of the road, so for those travelling from these kinds of countries, it’s especially important to remember which way the traffic is flowing before driving in Australia. continue reading below our video Before Your Road Trip, Watch This Other than understanding that Australian drivers always stick to the left side of the road , foreign drivers must remember to stay on that left side after they’ve turned left or right. Force of habit might provoke you to swing onto the right side, so it’s important to concentrate. The only time an Australian driver may venture toward the right side of the road is when they’re safely travelling around parked cars in quiet side streets when there’s no oncoming traffic from the other side, or when they’re being guided to the right side in an official roadworks or police-led situation. Even in these circumstances, the driver must return to the left side as soon as they are able.   Right side of the car Most Australian cars are fitted with right-sided driver’s seats, and this might be difficult for foreign drivers to get used to in addition to the reversed road position. To help become accustomed to sitting on this side, remember that the oncoming traffic will be coming on the side of your right shoulder. Many Australian cars are now equipped with automatic transmission instead of stick shift gears, which should make things more simple and allow you to concentrate more efficiently.   What else is there to think about? Once you’ve processed the reversed positions, the act of driving in Australia is very similar to driving elsewhere. However, there are still a few things to consider before you get in the driver’s seat. International travellers are permitted to drive in Australia with a foreign driver’s licence for up to three months, provided that the licence is in English. If a driver’s licence does not have a photo, drivers are required to carry another form of formal photo identification with them. If a licence is in a foreign language, drivers are required to obtain an International Driver’s Permit. This is done in the home country before leaving for Australia. Those wishing to stay in Australia for longer than three months will need to apply for a state licence. It is up to all drivers on Australian roads to familarise themselves with the road rules, which vary from state to state.


Who played barmaid Michelle Connor in the UK tv soap ‘Coronation Street’?

Michelle Connor | Coronation Street Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Edit Steve McDonald fell for Michelle instantly when she began working at the Rovers.Despite Steve's feelings for her, Michelle was immediately disliked by his mother, pub landlady Liz McDonald . Vernon clearly had a crush on Michelle. He flirted with her, but she was disgusted by his behaviour. As he blatantly propositioned Michelle, she tricked him by falsely claiming to feel the same. Michelle proceeded to humiliate Vernon in public. Vernon twisted the situation to make Michelle appear to be the guilty party and Liz sacked Michelle. When the truth was exposed, Liz shamed Vernon to the whole of Weatherfield and threw him out, although they eventually got back together. Liz subsequently offered Michelle her job back and she has now returned to the Rovers. She began dating the manipulative Sonny Dhillon , and their relationship went swimmingly. Steve still loved Michelle and tried to split them up. But Michelle's loyalties lay with Sonny. They were briefly engaged, much to Steve's anger. When Steve discovered that Sonny was bisexual, having witnessed him kiss Sean Tully , he informed Michelle of the truth about her fiancé. Michelle refused to believe Steve's accusations and both Sonny and Sean denied their affair but when Michelle eventually uncovered their lies, she was devastated. She confronted cheating Sonny in an angry showdown in her flat and called off the engagement. Michelle ended her friendship with Sean following his betrayal, but their friendship repaired a few months later. Ever since Michelle ended her relationship with Sonny, he hasn't been seen. When Carla hinted that Paul and Liam were hiding something from Michelle, she confronted her brothers. Paul denied Carla's accusations, but Liam eventually confessed the truth about her beloved partner Dean 's death to Michelle, revealing that Paul had been behind the wheel during the car accident which claimed her boyfriend's life. She lashed out violently at her brothers on discovering their attempts to cover up Paul's crime. Michelle struggled to forgive her brothers and never told the truth to her son Ryan . After brother Paul's death, she gradually made up with Liam. When her brother Paul was seriously injured in a car accident involving him kidnapping Leanne Battersby , Michelle didn't know how to react, as she was unable to forgive him for killing her beloved Dean. She refused to visit Paul in hospital, but after much persuasion from Steve, Michelle had a change of heart and decided to visit her dying brother. However, by the time she arrived at the hospital, Paul was already dead. Michelle was hysterical. After a brief kiss months previously, Michelle was again propositioned by Steve when she confided in him about the true circumstances of Dean's death. Although she had feelings for Steve, his timing wasn't good and Michelle rejected his advances. However, they eventually agreed to start a proper romance and they have finally become a couple. Steve suggested that Michelle and Ryan should live with Steve at the Rovers. The two moved out of their flat and lived at the pub. As well as Steve and his daughter Amy, Michelle and Ryan began living with Steve's mum and stepfather, making it hard for so many of them to live under the same roof. However, the couple were pleased how they were now like a 'proper family. At the beginning of December 2007, Ryan was followed many times by a man in a blue car. He appeared when he was waiting for his school bus, whilst at school and even on the Street. Ryan became scared and wondered why the man was following him. He told his mother, Michelle, who told boyfriend, Steve and brother Liam, but at first the claims fell on deaf ears. On December 9, whilst walking along the Street, the blue car pulled up beside him and the driver began to talk to him, using his name. Ryan ran into the Rovers and told his mother and uncle, resulting in Liam to run after the stalker. However he managed to escape. He again reappeared on December 17, but this time he was followed to a


The novel ‘The Hound of the Baskervilles’, by Arthur Conan Doyle, is set on which English moor?

LibriVox Librivox Acoustical liberation of books in the public domain Menu Sir Arthur Conan DOYLE (1859 - 1930) The Hound of the Baskervilles is the third of the four crime novels written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring the detective Sherlock Holmes. Originally serialised in The Strand Magazine from August 1901 to April 1902, it is set largely on Dartmoor in Devon in England's West Country and tells the story of an attempted murder inspired by the legend of a fearsome, diabolical hound of supernatural origin. Sherlock Holmes and his companion Dr. Watson investigate the case. This was the first appearance of Holmes since his intended death in "The Final Problem", and the success of The Hound of the Baskervilles led to the character's eventual revival. - Summary by Wikipedia Genre(s): Literary Fiction, Detective Fiction Language: English


Which electronics company has the motto ‘make.believe’?

Sony Global - About Sony About Sony At Sony, our mission is to be a company that inspires and fulfills your curiosity. Our unlimited passion for technology, content and services, and relentless pursuit of innovation, drives us to deliver ground-breaking new excitement and entertainment in ways that only Sony can. Creating unique new cultures and experiences. Everything we do, is to move you emotionally.


In Norse mythology, what type of creature did the dwarf king’s son Fafnir become?

Norse Mythology / Myth - TV Tropes Adaptation Dye-Job : A disproportionate amount of modern works depict Thor as having blond flowing hair, most famously Marvel Comics ' The Mighty Thor . Traditionally, he's depicted as red-headed and bearded, reflected in the pic for this page. (Though some older writings do depict Thor as fair-haired and red-beardednote which is actually fairly common among Scandinavians.) He has been depicted with black hair in the Shin Megami Tensei Franchise. ◊ circa 1872. The 2011 movie Thor at least gives him the beard back. Ultimate Thor also has the beard, despite still being blond. Marvel Comics also depict Loki, traditionally a red head also, with black hair, and this has remained constant through most variations, notably the cinematic version. The Ageless : The Æsir and Vanir are immortal in this way so long as they continue to eat the Golden Apples of Idunn. When the Goddess and her apples were abducted by the Jötunn giant Thjazi, all the Gods aged rapidly... except for Loki , who was forced to go and steal the Goddess and her apples back. Alternate Continuity : Was Loki imprisoned for killing Baldur, or was he imprisoned for calling the gods out on crap they were actually guilty of? Depends on which story you read. In the Gesta Danorum, Baldur and Höder weren't brothers, but romantic rivals. Baldur was a god and Höder human. After Höder beat Baldur in fair combat for the hand of Nanna, Baldur declared that it wasn't fair because he was a god. So in order to keep his bride, Höder had to travel to the underworld to fetch the sword Mistilteinn (Mistletoe), which he used to kill Baldur off for good. Always Chaotic Evil : Averted. While many of the giants are a source of trouble for the Æsir, many of the Æsir are married to giants or have giants as lovers, and all nine of Heimdallr's mothers (he has no father) are giants, which means that Heimdallr is a giant. Thor himself is half-giant on his mother's side (Jord). Then there's Loki, who is more Chaotic Neutral . Always Need What You Gave Up : Loki hands Idunn and her golden apples over to a giant to save his own life, forgetting that these apples not only keep him immortal, but are very important to the violent, short-tempered battle gods he lives with. Woopsie-doodle. Arch-Enemy : Thor and Jormungand. First, Thor was tricked to lift it in the disguise of giant cat by Utgard-Loki. Thor later caught it while fishing, but Hymir cut his string. Then they are destined to kill each other in Ragnarök. Loki and Heimdallr. The very first story they costarred in set them against each other. Like Thor and Jormungand, they are also destined to kill each other in Ragnarök. Tyr and Fenrir, the wolf that bit off his hand. Many adaptations (probably thanks to Marvel) tend to set up Thor and Loki as arch-enemies. While they butted heads once in a while (Sif's hair was certainly a Berserk Button for Thor), they were more friends than enemies, and often traveled together. Badass Normal : In the incident where Thor and his companions are tricked by the giant Utgard-Loki into competing in rigged contests of strength, one of those companions, Thjalfi is a seemingly normal human who does fairly well in a race against a thought from Utgard's mind. Thjalfi also killed a clay giant nine leagues wide across the chest in single combat, and easily at that. Höder in the Gesta Danorum. A human in love with Nanna, he defeated Baldur for her hand. Barred from the Afterlife : There's a myriad places for an old Norse's soul, including the best known Valhalla (Odin's hall). The way one gets to which hall is dependent on how one lived one's life and how one died. If an old Norseman wanted to get into a specific hall, such as Valhalla, but did not die a certain way ï¿½ in the case of Valhalla, that's dying in battle ï¿½ then they are Barred From The Afterlife They Belong In . Lucky for them, this mythology also has an afterlife of being born again inside one's family . Völund ( or Wayland ) the Smith is portrayed as more a force of nature than as a man. Consequently, he's less jud


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Which cabinet position did British MP Andrew Bonar Law hold between 1916 and 1919?

Bonar Law, Andrew | International Encyclopedia of the First World War (WW1) Citation 1 Background ↑ Andrew Bonar Law (1858-1923) came from an unusual background for a Conservative Party leader in this era. His father was a Presbyterian minister who had emigrated to Canada , but his mother died when he was two years old, and at the age of twelve he went to Scotland to live with his mother’s family, who were wealthy bankers in Glasgow. Bonar Law attended Glasgow High School, and at the age of sixteen took up a position in the family bank. In 1885 he became a partner in an iron merchants, and began a successful business career. In 1891 he married Annie Pitcairn Robley (1866-1909) , and they had six children; it was a happy marriage, and her death in 1909 created an enduring sadness. 2 Pre-war political career ↑ Bonar Law became a Conservative Member of Parliament in 1900. He was an effective debater through his command of facts and figures, and was a strong supporter of tariff reform. He became more prominent after the Conservative defeat in 1906, but was a surprise choice as party leader in the House of Commons in 1911. Between then and the outbreak of the war, Bonar Law led the Conservative opposition to the Liberal government’s plan to give Home Rule to Ireland , and he supported the resistance of Protestant Ulster even to the point of taking unconstitutional action. His stubborn and effective leadership of the Conservatives during this period of bitter political controversy earned him a substantial reserve of loyalty and support within the party, which was to prove invaluable during the strains of the war and immediate post-war periods. 3 Wartime opposition and the Asquith Coalition, 1914-1916 ↑ In July 1914, before the German ultimatum to Belgium , Bonar Law privately informed Herbert Henry Asquith (1852-1928) , the Prime Minister, of the Conservative Party’s support for entry into the war. The next eight months were a difficult time for the Conservative Party, as they had little confidence in the Liberal government but were unable on patriotic grounds to make public criticisms. In May 1915, they entered a coalition government under Asquith, but almost all of the key offices remained in Liberal hands and Bonar Law became Colonial Secretary, a backwater position in wartime. Asquith had always had a dismissive view of Bonar Law’s abilities, and deliberately gave a more important position to his predecessor as Conservative Party leader, Arthur Balfour (1848-1930) . During the next eighteen months, Bonar Law supported the introduction of conscription and gradually lost confidence in Asquith’s capacity as wartime leader. His commitment to support David Lloyd George’s (1863-1945) plan to sideline Asquith was crucial in the latter’s resignation and Lloyd George’s appointment as Prime Minister in December 1916. 4 The Lloyd George Coalition and afterwards, 1916-1923 ↑ For the remainder of the war, Bonar Law worked in a close and harmonious partnership with Lloyd George. His support was the political rock upon which Lloyd George’s position depended, and one of his key roles was the management of the House of Commons. Bonar Law also held the important office of Chancellor of the Exchequer, and launched a series of successful war loans which financed a substantial part of Britain’s war expenditure. He was a member of the small War Cabinet, but did not seek to influence military strategy. At the end of the war, he supported the renewal of the coalition, and was the key figure in maintaining it until his retirement on health grounds in May 1921. After this, policy failures led to a growing revolt from below in the Conservative Party against continuing the coalition under Lloyd George at the next general election, but this feeling was dismissed by Bonar Law’s successor as leader, Austen Chamberlain (1863-1937) . When the situation became critical in October 1922, concern that the Conservative Party would be fatally split prompted Bonar Law’s reluctant emergence from retirement. This was decisive in Lloyd George’s downfall. Bonar Law


What is the acidic juice called of crab apples or other sour fruit, such as grapes?

verjuice - definition and meaning verjuice from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition n. The acidic juice of crab apples or other sour fruit, such as unripe grapes. n. Sourness, as of disposition. from Wiktionary, Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License n. A very acidic juice made by pressing unripe grapes. from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English n. The sour juice of crab apples, of green or unripe grapes, apples, etc.; also, an acid liquor made from such juice. n. Tartness; sourness, as of disposition. from The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia To make sour or acid. n. An acid liquor expressed from crab-apples, unripe grapes, etc., used for culinary and other purposes. n. Sourness or acidity of temper, manner, or expression; tartness. Etymologies from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition Middle English verjus, from Old French vertjus : verd, unripe; see verdant + jus, juice; see juice. from Wiktionary, Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License French verjus, from Middle French vertjus ("green juice"). Examples But the Venetian recipe bestows real status on this humble ingredient by cooking it in almond milk, adding hot fat, then serving it with roast goose and a caramel-colored sauce made from the goose liver pounded with egg yolk, vinegar, and agresto—the sour grape condiment known as verjuice in English.


Which forest features in the Shakespeare play ‘As You Like It’?

SparkNotes: As You Like It: Themes, Motifs & Symbols Themes, Motifs & Symbols Themes are the fundamental and often universal ideas explored in a literary work. The Delights of Love As You Like It spoofs many of the conventions of poetry and literature dealing with love, such as the idea that love is a disease that brings suffering and torment to the lover, or the assumption that the male lover is the slave or servant of his mistress. These ideas are central features of the courtly love tradition, which greatly influenced European literature for hundreds of years before Shakespeare’s time. In As You Like It, characters lament the suffering caused by their love, but these laments are all unconvincing and ridiculous. While Orlando’s metrically incompetent poems conform to the notion that he should “live and die [Rosalind’s] slave,” these sentiments are roundly ridiculed (III.ii.142). Even Silvius, the untutored shepherd, assumes the role of the tortured lover, asking his beloved Phoebe to notice “the wounds invisible / That love’s keen arrows make” (III.v.31–32). But Silvius’s request for Phoebe’s attention implies that the enslaved lover can loosen the chains of love and that all romantic wounds can be healed—otherwise, his request for notice would be pointless. In general, As You Like It breaks with the courtly love tradition by portraying love as a force for happiness and fulfillment and ridicules those who revel in their own suffering. Celia speaks to the curative powers of love in her introductory scene with Rosalind, in which she implores her cousin to allow “the full weight” of her love to push aside Rosalind’s unhappy thoughts (I.ii.6). As soon as Rosalind takes to Ardenne, she displays her own copious knowledge of the ways of love. Disguised as Ganymede, she tutors Orlando in how to be a more attentive and caring lover, counsels Silvius against prostrating himself for the sake of the all-too-human Phoebe, and scolds Phoebe for her arrogance in playing the shepherd’s disdainful love object. When Rosalind famously insists that “[m]en have died from time to time, and worms have eaten them, but not for love,” she argues against the notion that love concerns the perfect, mythic, or unattainable (IV.i.91–92). Unlike Jaques and Touchstone, both of whom have keen eyes and biting tongues trained on the follies of romance, Rosalind does not mean to disparage love. On the contrary, she seeks to teach a version of love that not only can survive in the real world, but can bring delight as well. By the end of the play, having successfully orchestrated four marriages and ensured the happy and peaceful return of a more just government, Rosalind proves that love is a source of incomparable delight. The Malleability of the Human Experience In Act II, scene vii, Jaques philosophizes on the stages of human life: man passes from infancy into boyhood; becomes a lover, a soldier, and a wise civic leader; and then, year by year, becomes a bit more foolish until he is returned to his “second childishness and mere oblivion” (II.vii.164). Jaques’s speech remains an eloquent commentary on how quickly and thoroughly human beings can change, and, indeed, do change in As You Like It. Whether physically, emotionally, or spiritually, those who enter the Forest of Ardenne are often remarkably different when they leave. The most dramatic and unmistakable change, of course, occurs when Rosalind assumes the disguise of Ganymede. As a young man, Rosalind demonstrates how vulnerable to change men and women truly are. Orlando, of course, is putty in her hands; more impressive, however, is her ability to manipulate Phoebe’s affections, which move from Ganymede to the once despised Silvius with amazing speed. In As You Like It, Shakespeare dispenses with the time--consuming and often hard-won processes involved in change. The characters do not struggle to become more pliant—their changes are instantaneous. Oliver, for instance, learns to love both his brother Orlando and a disguised Celia within moments of setting foot in the forest. Furthermore, the venge


Brooklyn, Graveyard and Turkey are terms used in which sport?

Glossary of Bowling Science terms Glossary of Bowling Terms Average Your average is the sum of all your games divided by the number of games  played. You can use your average as a way of recording your improvement - set a  goal of raising your average game, say 10 pins a season, until you reach the  level of par bowlers. Bag After getting a 'turkey', most people start referring to the string of strikes as if they are  collecting them in a bag, e.g. four-bagger, five-bagger etc. Brooklyn strike This refers to shots that "crosses over" the 1-3 pocket for right-handers  and 1-2 for left-handers and produces a strike. It originated in New York where  people would "cross over" to Brooklyn from Manhattan. A side term "Jersey side" references left-handers and refers to people crossing over from Manhattan to New  Jersey. Clean Sheet If you make all your spares in the game it is called a  clean sheet. Making your spares is the simplest way to raise your average on the  way to becoming a scratch/par bowler. Dutch 200 Dutch 200 refers to a game in which strikes and spares are alternated (spare-strike-spare strike etc) for the entire game, which results in a score of  200 exactly. The term is believed to be a take-off of "Dutch treat" or going "Dutch" where two people share  the cost of a date. Foul The foul line is drawn across the lane to separate the approach from the  start of the lane. Putting your foot over the foul-line means you don't get the  score for that delivery: on the first delivery you must re-rack the pins. It is  marked on the scoresheet with an "F". Frame There are ten frames in one game. You have two chances to knock down the ten  pins in each frame. The  tenth frame rewards you with a final bonus ball if you convert your spare (or  make two strikes). You can thus throw nine strikes in the first nine frames and,  if you get another two in the tenth, the bonus ball means the most strikes you  can have in one game is twelve. This is called a perfect game. Open Frame If you fail to make your spare, i.e. knock all pins  down in two shots, it is called an open frame Par Consistently making all your spares will give you an average in the 180 to 190 range. When you develop your game  so that you can start to string strikes together your score will go up and you  will start to approach the 200 or 210 mark, which many have likened to being a "scratch" golfer. Perfect game Every bowlers ambition, is to some day, achieve a perfect game.   By scoring strikes in every frame, the maximum attainable score   is 300. Even professional bowlers, who play in championships worldwide,   have only a few perfect games in their career. Series Adding up the scores from all the games you have played will give you the  total series. Most leagues will play three-game series. It is common to use the  series as a measure of success. Big tournaments will play many more games and, instead of recording  total pinfall, bowlers compare their positions by talking of how many pins  over/under par they are, with par usually being 200 (e.g. +20, -10, just like in  golf). Sleeper If you leave a spare where one pin is standing directly behind another, the  rearmost pin is called the "sleeper". In some circumstances this is also called a bicycle, double wood, oneinthedark or tandem. Spare If  you leave one or more pins standing after your first delivery, you get a second  chance to knock all the pins down, this is your "spare" shot. If you knock all  remaining pins down on the second shot you have made your spare. A spare is  marked on the scoresheet with a "/". The scoring system rewards you by adding in the pins from the next ball into  the current frame. See also split. Split This is a spare left when  two or more pins remain standing, but with a gap between them. Spares are  naturally a little harder to make (since you need to put the ball between two  pins, or slide one pin over into another) and bowlers don't like  to leave a split. It is  common to draw a circle round the pin-count on the score she


Kazachok | Define Kazachok at Dictionary.com kazachok [kuh-zahch-kee] /kə zɑtʃˈki/ (Show IPA) 1. a lively, Slavic folk dance for a solo male dancer, marked especially by the prisiadka. Expand 1925-30; < Russian kazachók or Ukrainian kozachók, equivalent to kazák, kozák Cossack + -ok diminutive suffix Dictionary.com Unabridged British Dictionary definitions for kazachok Expand a Russian folk dance in which the performer executes high kicks from a squatting position Word Origin Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


What does the Latin phrase ‘ab initio’ translate to in English?

ab initio - definition of ab initio in English | Oxford Dictionaries Definition of ab initio in English: ab initio ‘the agreement should be declared void ab initio’ More example sentences ‘Enormous as the difference undoubtedly is between these faculties in the two cases, the difference is conceded not to be one existing ab initio.’ Synonyms from the beginning, from the start, initially, originally, from first principles, to begin with, to start with, primarily da capo from scratch, from the word go from the beginning, from the start, initially, originally, from first principles, to begin with, to start with, primarily da capo [attributive] Starting from the beginning: ‘he was instructing ab initio pilots’ Origin What does the Australian term waratah mean? an Aboriginal container for holding liquids an adolescent kangaroo What does the Australian term yaffler mean? a person who is very talkative a saltwater crocodile a lively celebration or party What does the Australian term maban mean? an Aboriginal engraving tool What does the Australian term native bear mean? the small hairy larva of a beetle a koala What does the Australian term wirri mean? an Aboriginal healer an Aboriginal container for holding liquids an Aboriginal weapon used as a club or a missile What does the Australian term stu-vac mean? a flu vaccination given to first year university students the period between the end of classes and the beginning of exams a small measure of beer What does the Australian term settler's clock mean? a dingo a clock in a tall free-standing wooden case What does the Australian term chalkie mean? a primary school student


The former gold-mining region of Cariboo is in which country?

Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Region (British Columbia, Canada) - TRAVEL & TOURING GUIDE by Cariboo Chilcotin Coast_British Columbia, Canada - issuu Travel & Touring Guide www.landwithoutlimits.com 速 LEAVE YOUR TRACKS British Columbia is the home of the Prince George 2015 Canada Winter Games; the most important event young athletes compete in to become our Canadian champions. Come now to experience our hospitality and get a taste of the welcome we're preparing for 2015. Choose your path, leave your tracks, and journey with us as we host the nation. 2 Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Travel & Touring Guide Welcome to the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Contents the Cariboo Rolling Hills, Rivers & Lakes 8 the Chilcotin Great High Plateau — Frontier Spirit 26 the Coast Mountains, Old-Growth Forests & Inlets 42 For accommodation reservations and travel information visit: www.helloBC.com 104 For travel information, contact Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association: 1-800-663-5885 | www.landwithoutlimits.com ©2014 – Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association (the “Region”). All rights reserved.   Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.  This Guide does not constitute, and should not be construed as, an endorsement or recommendation of any carrier, hotel, restaurant or any other facility, attraction or activity in British Columbia, for which neither Destination BC Corp. nor the Region assumes any responsibility. Super, Natural British Columbia®, Hello BC®, Visitor Centre and all associated logos/trade-marks are trade-marks or Official Marks of Destination BC Corp. Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association© and all associated trade-marks and logos are trade-marks or official marks of the Region. Admission fees and other terms and conditions may apply to attractions and facilities referenced in this Guide. Errors and omissions excepted. 1-800-663-5885 Agritourism & Cuisine | www.landwithoutlimits.com 3 Cariboo Chilcotin Coast British Columbia’s Land Without Limits What is “A Land without Limits”? It is a region of British Columbia comprised of 117,000 km² of breathtaking beauty, ruggedness, incredible wildlife and outdoor adventure opportunities that will ensure you are actively enjoying nature throughout this great land. Your imagination will run wild and your opportunity to explore is truly limitless. This is a place where Aboriginal culture and contemporary lifestyles exist harmoniously, and where ancient traditions and modern life have each carved out their place in a vast, dramatic environment. Turn these pages for a brief glimpse into this diverse world of distinctive landscapes – alpine mountains and glaciers, deciduous woodlands and forests, deserts and sandstone canyons, evergreen timberlands, ocean fjords and inlets. All of which provide the perfect foundation for the physical and cultural activities and experiences to be found in the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast. Our physical land draws people to its overpowering radiance and we love showcasing this part of our character. Many resorts, guest ranches, festivals and events take advantage of an exciting wild west past that includes the history of our First Nations peoples, the fur trade, the gold rush and ranching. Imagine a coastline with thousands of kilometers of secluded coves, fjords, inlets, pristine beaches and rocky shores where you’ll find what’s arguably the world’s best saltwater fishing and eco-adventures, providing up-close experiences with sea birds, bears, whales, dolphins and sea lions. First Nations villages along the central coast are rich in heritage and they take pride in sharing their stories. If your timing is right, you can witness one of nature’s most remarkable feats when the salmon miraculously migrate back to their birthplace to spawn each year in the many rivers and streams throughout the region. Mountain bikers, skiers, hikers, snowmobilers, golfers, campers, photographers, fishermen and sailors all thrive in the region’s varied topography. This region of small cities, towns, and villages is the perfect place to enjoy these activities and outdoor adventures, while


Which is the only planet in our solar system to rotate clockwise?

Universe for Facts: Venus: Only Planet to Rotate Clockwise (Fact of the Day) Venus: Only Planet to Rotate Clockwise (Fact of the Day) Posted by Universe for Facts at 8:18 PM Venus (View of Venus's surface) Venus is the only planet in our Solar system to rotate clockwise. The reason for it is still not known clearly. It is speculated or believed that it is due to the massive collisions during the early stages of its formations. Also, Venus has by far the slowest rotation rate of any of the major planets. It rotates once every 243 Earth days. At the equator, the surface of Venus rotates at 6.5 km/hr compared to our Earth's rotation speed of 1,670 km/hr. A Venus year is about 1.92 Venus days long.


Who won the 2011 Spanish Formula One Grand Prix?

Spain FORMULA 1 GRAN PREMIO DE ESPAÑA PIRELLI 2015 Spain Unfortunately, we are unable to play the video at this time. Error Code: UNKNOWN 1:21.670 by Kimi Räikkönen (2008) Fri 08 – Sun 10 May 2015 Practice 1 Next Previous 1 / 5 Nico Rosberg (GER) Mercedes AMG F1 W04 leads at the start of the race. Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix, Race Day, Barcelona, Spain, Sunday 12 May 2013. Race winner Sebastian Vettel (GER) Red Bull Racing celebrates on the podium with Peter Prodromou (GBR) Red Bull Racing Head of Aerodynamics. Formula One World Championship, Rd 5, Spanish Grand Prix, Race, Barcelona, Spain, Sunday, 22 May 2011. © Sutton Motorsport Images Race winner Michael Schumacher (GER) Ferrari F310 takes the adulation of his team from the pit wall at the end of the race. Spanish Grand Prix, Barcelona, Spain, 2 June 1996. Race winner Nigel Mansell (GBR) Williams FW14 (left) and Ayrton Senna (BRA) McLaren MP4/6 drive wheel to wheel whilst fighting for the lead. Formula One Championship, Rd14, Spanish Grand Prix, Barcelona, Spain, 29 September 1991. Fernando Alonso (ESP) Renault, second place. Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix, Race Day, Barcelona, Spain, 8 May 2005. The Formula One teams are no strangers to the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya (formerly known as the Circuit de Catalunya); not only have they raced there every year since 1991, they also conduct extensive testing at the venue.  Familiarity does not, however, lessen the challenge for car or driver. Barcelona's mix of high- and low-speed corners, plus its abrasive and rather bumpy track surface, makes for a physically and mechanically taxing race. Tyre wear is particularly high and the varying winds that cut across the circuit mean an optimum set-up can be hard to find.  For spectators Elf corner is among the best places to watch, as it is one of the track's few overtaking opportunities. For the drivers it is the final two turns, known collectively as New Holland, which provide one of the biggest challenges of the season. A fast exit is essential in order to maximise speed down the start-finish straight into Elf. 2014 marked the 24th time Barcelona has hosted the Spanish Grand Prix. Michael Schumacher has been the most successful driver at the circuit, with a total of six victories. Among the current drivers, Kimi Raikkonen, Fernando Alonso, Sebastian Vettel, Lewis Hamilton and Felipe Massa have all won there.


A millipede has how many legs on each segment of its body?

How many legs do centipedes and millipedes really have? Which creature has the most legs? | Notes and Queries | guardian.co.uk How many legs do centipedes and millipedes really have? Which creature has the most legs? Gus Smith, Hebden Bridge, England The main difference is that centipedes have one pair of legs on each segment (two legs), and millipedes have two pairs - four legs - on each segment. I don't know what the record number of legs are though! Benjy Arnold, London Centipedes can have between 15 and 177 pairs of legs depending on the species (average 35 pairs), and millipedes can have up to 200 pairs. The main differences are that centipedes have one pair of legs on each segment of their bodies- millipedes have two. Centipedes are carnivorous, whilst millipedes feeed mainly on decaying vegetation. William Barrett, London NW10 The European centipede (Chilopoda) Himantarum gabrielis has up to 354 legs. The American millipede (Diplopoda) Illacme plenipes has up to 750 legs. Both of these type of arthropod reach up to about 30cm and both have poison glands - millipede (M) along the body, centipede (C) has fangs. M (about 8000 species) is a slow moving, detritivorous (decayed stuff) herbivore, has a rounded, quite rigid body, 2 pairs of legs per segment, generally nocturnal and has short antenna. C (about 3000 species) is fast moving, carnivorous, flatened, bendy body, 1 pair of legs per segment, comes out in the day, has long antenna and a tail looking like the antenna. Both are found world-wide. Does anyone think I should get out more? Steve, Nantwich England The American millipede (Diplopoda) Illacme plenipes only grows to 30 MILLIMETERS. FYI, those of you to lazy to check the validity of uncontrolled posts. Paul R., Dallas USA


Julia and Alfred were the names of parents of which member of British pop band The Beatles?

The Beatles Biography - the beginning, the rise, and the aftermath of the greatest band on earth THE BEATLES BIOGRAPHY Please visit freelance writer: John Bardinelli . The Beatles Biography The Beginning How do you begin a biography of the Beatles? I mean honestly, what can you say that can summarize such a spectacular revolution, not only in music but in world consciousness? Their scope of influence stretches from music to film and even dabbles in politics and the art of friendship. Their story is inspiring, sparking many to get up out of their chairs and try something new. The Beatles pioneered so much in their short time together, changing the world for generations to come. It all began in 1957, Liverpool England, the second most unlikely place in the world to give birth to stardom (the first being Demorest, Georgia).  John Lennon had learned the banjo at a young age, moving quickly to the  guitar and then starting his own band. Dubbed "The Quarry Men", this high school skiffle group played around Liverpool, changing members more  frequently than they changed socks. Soon, a young Mr. Paul McCartney  sauntered up to John in between concerts. After hearing him play the  guitar, John said "Hey. Join me band, we?ll become the most popular group in the world." Not wanting to appear anxious, Paul waited a day before  saying "Alright, sure." The famous Lennon-McCartney duo was born. Eight months later Paul had a suggestion for a new recruit. Three years their junior, George Harrison was nonetheless a wizard on the guitar. John was hesitant to allow such a young person into the band, but George won him over. Two weeks before his 15th birthday, George officially became a member of the band. I donï¿½t know about you, but my fifteenth birthday wasnï¿½t nearly as productive as hisï¿½ The Quarry Men continued to play in and around Liverpool. Their name went through several changes over the coming months. After using and discarding the Quarry Men label, Johnny and the Moondogs enjoyed a brief stint, followed by The Nerk Twins. Finally, John hit upon something when he conjured "The Beatals" as their new official title, wanting an insect reference similar to Buddy Hollyï¿½s "The Crickets", the whole beetle theme continued through their next five names: The Silver Beetles, The Silver Beats, The Beatles, The Silver Beatles. At last, after going through more metamorphoses than a caterpillar, the ï¿½silverï¿½ was dropped (again), leaving the short and sweet, ultra catchy and very rememberable, The Beatles. Some phenomenal changes were in the air as the universe began to stitch together the group that would spark so much change throughout the world. Though they didnï¿½t know it at the time, but this group of young men were setting their foundation for their climb to the top of the world. All they needed was a big break. The Ride to the Top The Beatles did not immediately jump out to stardom. In fact, their climb was somewhat like a roller coaster, a slow clanking to the top, the suspense building and waiting for that first plunge over the hill. For months they toured Liverpool and the surrounding towns trying to build a fan base. Eventually they made their way Hamburg, playing to a particularly rowdy crowd. The boys were forced to rev-up their performance for the demanding audience, teaching them how to become true showmen. Upon returning to Liverpool, they discovered some of their fame had preceded them. Brian Epstein, a record store owner in Liverpool, got wind of the Beatles about this time. His interest was piqued, so he went to watch them perform one night. At first glance, they appeared like most young Liverpudlians at the time: uncouth hair, leather jackets and dark trousers. But when they played, their synthesis created something marvelous. Something about their energy when together inspired Brian to become their manager. He pulled some strings and got the boys a few auditions. Sadly, they were unfruitful. This didnï¿½t dampen their resolve, however, and Epstein continued lobbying for the band until he finally secured an


In humans, madarosis is the loss of what?

Madarosis (Eyelash Loss) - The Cosmetics Cop eye care Madarosis (Eyelash Loss) Long, thick lashes are something most women want. For people who suffer from a condition called madarosis, the medical name for eyelash loss, this desirable look is difficult to achieve. This article discusses the options for stopping eyelash loss and possibly even getting back the enviable lashes you used to have! In This Article: Makeup Tips for Eyelash Loss Long, thick lashes are something most women want, and no wonder: Dark, defined lashes make you look more awake, attractive, and even younger. But for people who suffer from a condition called madarosis, the medical name for eyelash loss, this desirable look is difficult to achieve. Eyelash Loss (Madarosis) Eyelash loss isn’t life threatening in any way, but it is very frustrating and distressing. Adding to the frustration is that there is no one cause of madarosis, and so no one solution, either. It’s enough to drive someone to despair, but there are options for stopping eyelash loss and possibly even getting back the enviable lashes you used to have! Causes of Eyelash Loss Before you decide that you have madarosis, you should know that in the same way that hair on your head regularly falls out and is replaced, all of us regularly lose and regrow eyelashes, too—usually without even noticing it. In the case of madarosis, however, there is profuse lash loss – some people wind up having no lashes at all. You probably won’t even know why it’s happening. As it turns out, there are various causes behind eyelash loss, the major ones of which are: Ophthalmic Conditions: These include inflammation and infections of the eye. The most common condition associated with madarosis is chronic blepharitis – a recurring inflammation of the eyelid which has a variety of causes. They include bacterial infections, gland dysfunction, and even rosacea. In some cases, eyelash loss results from repeated inflammation destroying the hair follicles; in other cases, lashes are lost when a person continues to rub their eyes because of the irritation they’re experiencing. Dermatologic Conditions: Among the skin problems associated with madarosis are atopic dermatitis (also known as eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and post-menopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia (a form of female pattern baldness). In almost all these cases, eyelash loss results from the constant scratching and rubbing in response to the itching sensation brought on by these conditions. Menopause: Diffuse hair loss on the scalp, eyebrows, and eyelashes is typical during and after menopause. The loss of estrogen stunts hair growth and can actually cause the destruction of hair follicles, leading to thinner, wispier hairs and lashes. Systemic and Endocrine Disorders: Disorders of the thyroid gland – hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism – affect hair follicles, causing eyelashes to fall out. An autoimmune disorder called alopecia areata, which is associated with patchy loss of hair, also can lead to lash loss. Medications: Unfortunately, some medications designed to improve other conditions can cause lashes to fall out. Research shows that oral anti-acne drugs such as isotretinoin, some anti-clotting medications, anti-cholesterol drugs, thyroid balancing drugs, and blood pressure medications have all been connected to madarosis, although in some cases lashes grow back once the medication has been stopped. A special case of eyelash loss occurs during chemotherapy treatment for cancer. Many patients suffer complete loss of all body hair, eyelashes and eyebrows included, but once the chemotherapy is completed, the hair begins to grow back. Treatments for Eyelash Loss As you might imagine, with all the various causes of eyelash loss, determining how to treat this condition can be challenging because one solution isn’t right for everyone. If you start to notice your eyelashes falling out more than normal, it’s time to see your physician. It’s almost always an indication that something else is physically wrong and needs to be treated to keep things (othe


Sabadell Airport is in which European country?

Private Jet Charter Sabadell Airport (LELL) | Victor Charter a private jet Sabadell Airport (LELL) Sabadell Airport is a local private jet airport located in Catalunya, Spain suitable for a variety of private jets and its International Air Transport Association code is QSA. With Victor, chartering private jets to and from Sabadell Airport has never been easier. Airport Information


Which land animal is known as an urchin?

Sea Urchins Purple sea urchin. From "The Intertidal Zone." Courtesy of Bullfrog Films and the National Film Board of Canada. Sea Urchins You could call sea urchins the porcupines of the sea. Like a porcupine's quills, sea urchins count on their long spines to deter hungry predators from making them a snack. In fact, the sea urchin gets its name from an Old English word for the spiny hedgehog, a land animal similar to the American porcupine. You can pick up most sea urchins without getting harmed--except for the long-spined sea urchin found in south Florida, whose poisonous sharp spines can penetrate human skin and break off. In cooler waters up north, more harmless varieties like the purple and green sea urchins predominate. Sea urchins belong to the phylum Echinodermata--the same group as sea stars , sand dollars, sea lilies and sea cucumbers . Although difficult to see through all the spines, sea urchins also have a hard outer body like that of its relatives. Their outer skeleton--called a test--is made up of ten fused plates that encircle the the sea urchin like the slices of an orange. Every other section has holes through which the sea urchin can extend its tubed feet. These feet are controlled by a water vascular system. By changing the amount of water inside, the animal can extend or contract the feet to move about. Sea stars move around the same way (to view a movie of how sea stars move (~1.6M), click here ). Mainly sea urchins use their feet to hang on to the bottom while feeding, but they can move fast, walking on their feet, their spines, or even their teeth. When a sea urchin dies, all its spines fall off, leaving only the test. If you look carefully at a test, you can see tiny bumps covering it where the spines were once connected. The base of the spines once fit over the bump like a snug-fitting cap. The spines can rotate extensively around this bump. In a live sea urchin, skin and muscle cover the test and can be pulled on to move the spines. Underside of purple sea urchin. From "The Intertidal Zone." Courtesy of Bullfrog Films and the National Film Board of Canada. Sea urchins eat using a structure called Aristotle's lantern. It is made up of five hard plates that come together like a beak. They use their beak-like mouth to scrape rocks clean of algae. This scraping can wear down the plates--so sea urchin teeth grow to replace worn-down ones. Their mouth is located on the underside of their body, while any wastes are excreted through the anus at the top of the animal. Sea urchins mainly congregate in colder, offshore waters, but sometimes travel into shallower waters looking for food. The green sea urchin of New England is often found in tide pools and below the low-tide line. They also tend to shy away from light. Their tests grow to a size of three or four inches. Sea urchins will eat just about anything that floats by. Its sharp teeth can scrape algae off rocks, and grind up plankton , kelp , periwinkles , and sometimes even barnacles and mussels . Sea urchins are sought out as food by birds, sea stars , cod, lobsters, and foxes. In the northwest, sea otters are common predators of the purple sea urchin. Humans also seek out sea urchin eggs, or roe, for food. The eggs are considered a delicacy in Asia.


Under what names were Janet and John books sold in the US?

BBC NEWS | UK | Magazine | This is Janet. This is John... all over again This is Janet. This is John... all over again By Finlo Rohrer BBC News Magazine Forget the modern updates, this Christmas you may find yourself getting a little literary slice of the 1950s. Once upon a time, everybody learnt to read with Janet and John. This apparently middle-class nuclear family featured Father - slicked hair, grey slacks, blank expression - and Mother - surprising Hepburn-esque cropped hair and primary colour clothes. Then there was Janet - blonde hair in bunches, typically seen in a dress or a skirt - and John - curly reddish hair and always in shorts. It was easy to imagine Father managing a small-town branch of Barclays, while Mother churned out jam for the WI. Over the years they have been wickedly parodied by Terry Wogan and others, and provided the backdrop for more inclusive views of family structure, such as Jenny lives with Eric and Martin. Janet and John were not health and safety-obsessed Enlarge Image In 2001, when the books were "updated" for the modern generation, the perceived social stereotyping was toned down and more [ie any] ethnic minority characters were added. But now the unashamedly middle England, middle 20th Century originals are back in print, and they are part of a major trend in publishing towards nostalgic facsimile editions of old favourites. "They don't make 'em like they used to." It's been a recurring sentiment in British culture for a long time. All the way back to the industrial revolution and beyond, people have been yearning for a time when standards, both of conception and construction, were supposedly better. The proof of the ubiquity of this sentiment may arrive in your Christmas stocking in a few weeks time. The wave of nostalgia that has gripped the publishing industry follows the success of Conn and Hal Iggulden's Dangerous Book for Boys. Published in 2006, it looked as though it could have been published in 1956. Retro chic As well as similar retro-styled modern adventure almanacs, publishers are scrabbling for books, particularly children's stories, from the 1950s and beyond, to lovingly reprint them in facsimile editions. Failing that they are taking modern content and giving it a 50s feel with foil lettering and retro design as is the case with Buster Books' boys annual, girls annual and How to Be the Best at Everything. Scottish nostalgia-ites are also catered for It's the literary equivalent of the fad for 70s Adidas trainers, says Graeme Neill, of the Bookseller magazine. "If we look at the publishing industry it has been behind popular culture by a number of years. People have wanted retro." And it is clear - for the facsimile reprints if not the adventure annuals - that many of the books will be bought by adults, for adults. The Janet and John reprints are labelled "humour" as if to get the message across. It's perhaps not just a case of reminiscing about one's own childhood, but also a harking back to the social and cultural values of another age. In a recent survey, respondents longed for old-fashioned sweet shops, bobbies on the beat, village fetes, district nurses, red telephone boxes, bus conductors and everything else 1950s. And whether or not that world ever existed, there are many adults who want to hold its cultural embodiment in their hands. Whether it's the reissued Janet and John books, Rupert Bear annuals from the 50s, Oor Wullie and the Broons from earlier, or Jackie annuals from later, adults everywhere are buying children's books with no thought of giving them to children. Rupert also presents some problems for modern publishers Some are trying to capture the spirit of an age they associate with innocence and imagination, says John Beck, honorary secretary of the Followers of Rupert. "It's nostalgia publishing. People remember it from the past with happy memories. They are probably going to be in their 40s, 50s, 60s. To see it again to relive those times. They were probably happier times. "There were no muggings or shooting or other problems that one has these day


Which is the only letter of the alphabet that does not appear in the name of any of the states of America?

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