High Willhays is the highest point of which county?

High Willhays High Willhays Marilyn, Hump, Simm, Hewitt, Nuttall, Historic County Top, Current County/UA Top, Administrative County Top, Buxton & Lewis, Bridge (Ma,Hu,Tu,Sim,Hew,N,CoH,CoU,CoA,BL,Bg,P500) large cairn on rock tor Drop: Devon (1974) administrative county top Devon historic county top This page uses the Ordnance Survey OpenSpace API which does not include Explorer (1:25000 scale) mapping. Show/hide GPS File for mountains/markers shown Show/hide GPX File for mountains shown Logged Descriptions  (logged by 496 users) By From Meldon Res, Tes Tor, High Willays, Kitty Tor Great Links back over Corn Ridge to resevoir underhill 03/12/2016 3 hour circular trek from Meldon Reservoir car park with African peak baggers Stuart and Pete. Clear blue skies. Graeme 20/11/2016 From Meldon reservoir car park up to Yes Tor, across to High Willhays then down to Black Rock and back to car. Misty up, clear down, realy nice walk keithelliott Parked near Black Down.Yes Tor and High Willhays on pleasant cool day.With Bridget and Oscar. catman Solo. From Yes Tor. On To Dinger Tor, Lints Tor and up to Kitty Tor. Aimless Rambler Visited many years ago. Visited today for pillar on Yes Tor. Dusty 24/04/2016 Starting at the dam, walked around Meldon Reservoir and up the West Okement Valley. Then ascended straight up the hill, stopping at Black Tor on the way. descended SW. Wild camped by the West Okement River. Walked to Lane End car park the next day. PiranhaFish Wind was whipping in. Snow on the top in places. Didn't hang about on top... Mash2016 From Meldon Reservoir together with Yes Tor. Superb clear day although boggy underfoot in places rlee5040 26/09/2015 From the track southeast of Okehampton Camp via Rowtor, West Mill Tor and Yes Tor to the summit Mariana Trench with Chris, a circular walk from Meldon reservoir. magirob From Meldon reservoir, taking in Yes Tor. squeegs 07/08/2015 8/8 Last one of long day Belstone Tor/Cosdon Hill/Hound Tor/Hangstone Hill/Steeperton Tor/East Mill Tor/Yes Tor/High Willays Fergalh 18/07/2015 from yes tor and back down camp rd could see nothing at the top but clear after i left colinfielding 16/07/2015 parked south of the army camp at SX 596 922, just at the end of the tarmac road. Followed good stone tracks around Rowtor and West MIll Tor to Yes Tor and then High Willhays. Descended by the same route, just under 2hrs total dicky bird Ramblingpaul 05/07/2015 from resv.. a nice easy walk to the long planned, eagerly anticipated summit of Dartmoor - the most southerly of the hewitts. only 29 to go now. summit is not quite a typical Dartmoor tor in that the top isn't that much of an outcrop. returned via the ancient woods and the naughty naughty no access path. stig_nest 28/06/2015 Windy, cold and the summit was up in the clouds (ca. 20m visibility) - did it the old way - map, compass and pacing - just to be sure that I still can. Ponies decided that I looked enough like the farmer to be worth chasing... perhaps he has food in that big bag M3WDD A long walk from Okehampton, taking in Yes Tor. Glorious. edmundjohnson Included three other Tors did 10 miles instead of the 5 initially planned. With Rogue maltose From Meldon quarry via West Mill Torr and Yes Torr Owain G tour de sud west nice pigerg From Meldon Res. on a misty day with no views. mad max From Meldon Res. on a misty day with no views. ju ju 03/10/2014 From army camp. High Wilhays then Yes Tor, West Mill Tor and Row Tor. Showers. With Val. mike.hoult Val Deisler 13/08/2014 Started out from Meldon reservoir and round to Yes tor before crossing to High Willhays in a pea souper! Return back to the car via Fordsland hut and Black tor then onto the reservoir and round to the car park fostersm 28/05/2014 Parked at Meldon Reservoir, walked to West Okement River and from there to High Willhays - on to Yes Tor and back. Middle ground very boggy indeed, but dry overhead (for a change on our little tour of SW county tops). callumorr 27/05/2014 Parked at Meldon reservoir CP. Across dam w Jenx. Break left and track around north side of hill before conto


What was initiated by Pope Urban II’s sermon at Clermont in 1095?

Medieval Sourcebook: Urban II: Speech at Council of Clermont, 1095, according to Fulcherof Chartres Speech at Council of Clermont, 1095, Five versions of the Speech In 1094 or 1095, Alexios I Komnenos, the Byzantine emperor, sent to the pope, Urban II, and asked for aid from the west against the Seljuq Turks, who taken nearly all of Asia Minor from him. At the council of Clermont Urban addressed a great crowd and urged all to go to the aid of the Greeks and to recover Palestine from the rule of the Muslims. The acts of the council have not been preserved, but we have five accounts of the speech of Urban which were written by men who were present and heard him. Versions by: 1. Fulcher of Chartres [adapted from Thatcher] Here is the one by the chronicler Fulcher of Chartres. Note how the traditions of the peace and truce of God - aimed at bringing about peace in Christendom - ties in directly with the call for a Crusade. Does this amount to the export of violence? Most beloved brethren: Urged by necessity, I, Urban, by the permission of God chief bishop and prelate over the whole world, have come into these parts as an ambassador with a divine admonition to you, the servants of God. I hoped to find you as faithful and as zealous in the service of God as I had supposed you to be. But if there is in you any deformity or crookedness contrary to God's law, with divine help I will do my best to remove it. For God has put you as stewards over his family to minister to it. Happy indeed will you be if he finds you faithful in your stewardship. You are called shepherds; see that you do not act as hirelings. But be true shepherds, with your crooks always in your hands. Do not go to sleep, but guard on all sides the flock committed to you. For if through your carelessness or negligence a wolf carries away one of your sheep, you will surely lose the reward laid up for you with God. And after you have been bitterly scourged with remorse for your faults-, you will be fiercely overwhelmed in hell, the abode of death. For according to the gospel you are the salt of the earth [Matt. 5:13]. But if you fall short in your duty, how, it may be asked, can it be salted? O how great the need of salting! It is indeed necessary for you to correct with the salt of wisdom this foolish people which is so devoted to the pleasures of this -world, lest the Lord, when He may wish to speak to them, find them putrefied by their sins unsalted and stinking. For if He, shall find worms, that is, sins, In them, because you have been negligent in your duty, He will command them as worthless to be thrown into the abyss of unclean things. And because you cannot restore to Him His great loss, He will surely condemn you and drive you from His loving presence. But the man who applies this salt should be prudent, provident, modest, learned, peaceable, watchful, pious, just, equitable, and pure. For how can the ignorant teach others? How can the licentious make others modest? And how can the impure make others pure? If anyone hates peace, how can he make others peaceable ? Or if anyone has soiled his hands with baseness, how can he cleanse the impurities of another? We read also that if the blind lead the blind, both will fall into the ditch [Matt. 15:14]. But first correct yourselves, in order that, free from blame , you may be able to correct those who are subject to you. If you wish to be the friends of God, gladly do the things which you know will please Him. You must especially let all matters that pertain to the church be controlled by the law of the church. And be careful that simony does not take root among you, lest both those who buy and those who sell [church offices] be beaten with the scourges of the Lord through narrow streets and driven into the place of destruction and confusion. Keep the church and the clergy in all its grades entirely free from the secular power. See that the tithes that belong to God are faithfully paid from all the produce of the land; let them not be sold or withheld. If anyone seizes a bishop let him be treated as an outlaw. If an


What did Usain Bolt supposedly describe as ‘a bit shit’?

Usain Bolt denies calling Glasgow’s 2014 Commonwealth Games ‘a bit shit’ | Sport | The Guardian Usain Bolt denies calling Glasgow’s 2014 Commonwealth Games ‘a bit shit’ • Bolt dismisses reports of his comments as ‘nonsense’ • The Times stands by claims “100%” Jamiaca’s Usain Bolt at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Photograph: Barcroft Media Usain Bolt denies calling Glasgow’s 2014 Commonwealth Games ‘a bit shit’ • Bolt dismisses reports of his comments as ‘nonsense’ • The Times stands by claims “100%” Wednesday 30 July 2014 19.22 EDT First published on Wednesday 30 July 2014 04.30 EDT Close This article is 2 years old The row between Usain Bolt and the Times over whether he called the Commonwealth Games “a bit shit” shows no sign of abating – with the newspaper insisting they stand by the story “100%” and Bolt calling it “nonsense”. Bolt has spent most of his time in Glasgow in his room in the athletes’ village, but he did venture out on Wednesday to watch Jamaica’s netball team, the Sunshine Girls, lose 50-42 to New Zealand . And while he appeared relaxed, posing for photographs with volunteers, waving a Jamaican flag, and even vigorously joining a Mexican wave, his entourage quickly called for security when he was approached by journalists for a comment. One reporter, the Daily Mail’s Jonathan McEvoy, had his accreditation ripped off him in a heated row with one security guard before being led out of the netball arena – although he was later allowed to return. His crime, he claimed, was to say to Bolt’s agent Ricky Simms “is he denying that he did the interview?” According to the Times journalist, Katie Gibbons, she approached Bolt on Tuesday as he waited in the rain for his car at the athletes’ village. After she showed Bolt her media accreditation, he reportedly said that “the Olympics were better”, that he was “not really” having fun in Glasgow, and that he felt the Games were “a bit shit”, before he left “to do some business”. The Times published a 70-word transcript of the conversation in Thursday’s paper. The paper’s Scottish editor, Angus Macleod, said he had full confidence in Gibbons, adding: “We stand by this story 100%. We have utter confidence in this story.” As Bolt passed Gibbons at the netball mixed zone on Wednesday, she shouted to him: “Why did you deny what you said to me yesterday?” Bolt didn’t appear to hear – or didn’t want to hear. His response to a question about what he thought of the Games consisted of one word: “Awesome.” However, earlier the Jamaican sprinter was more forthcoming on Twitter , saying: “I’m waking up to this nonsense. journalist please don’t create lies to make headlines”. Simms also claimed the reports were “utter rubbish”, adding: “The atmosphere in and around the stadiums has been absolutely fantastic and I have absolutely no idea where these quotes have come from.” Pinterest Many of Jamaica’s netball players appeared to wave at Bolt at half-time, but afterwards they were reluctant to talk about whether his appearance had distracted them. “Can’t you ask me a question about the game?” said Romelda Aiken, while the team’s goal defence, Stacian Facey, insisted: “I didn’t even know he was here.” Games officials have denied the row is distracting from the competition. Mike Hooper, the chief executive of the Commonwealth Games Federation, said: “We take Mr Bolt at his word. His tweet says it all. These are a fantastic Games. “As you saw in his press conference last Saturday he is very upbeat. He is really positive about running the relay and I don’t wish to comment on the journalist and work of the Times.” Bolt, who has not raced all season because of a foot injury, is due to run in the heats of the 4x100m relay Thursday night and the finals on Saturday. When he met the media last weekend he insisted he was eager to make his Commonwealth Games debut, having missed Melbourne through injury in 2006 and Delhi in 2010 because the event came too late in the season. Cynics, however, suspect his multi-million pound sponsorship deal with Virgin – who are “the official presenting p


Who presents the Radio 4 panel game Just A Minute?

Just a Minute: Graham Norton Classics by Full Cast, BBC Audio, and Nicholas Parsons - Listen Online From the Publisher Four classic episodes of the ever-popular BBC Radio 4 panel game chaired by Nicholas Parsons. Loved for the verbal dexterity, wicked wit and competitive edge of its participants, Just a Minute has welcomed scores of guest players to the game since it began in 1967. Among the most successful and popular of those is Graham Norton. This collection presents four specially selected episodes featuring Graham at his cleverest, funniest and naughtiest. With episodes taken from the late 1990s and early 2000s, there is strong participation from other regular players of the game: Clement Freud, Derek Nimmo, Paul Merton, Tony Hawks, Linda Smith, Ross Noble and Jenny Eclair. As always, Nicholas Parsons is the capable chairman of the game.


The 2014 UK Christmas No.1 record was Something I Need – who was the performer?

X Factor’s Ben Haenow crowned 2014 Official Christmas Number 1 21 December 2014 X Factor’s Ben Haenow crowned 2014 Official Christmas Number 1 Ben Haenow claims the 2014 Official Christmas Number 1 with Something I Need, holding off Mark Ronson’s Uptown Funk and surprise late contender The Wealdstone Raider. Twitter First he wins The X Factor , now he’s Official Christmas Number 1, it’s not been a bad old month for Ben Haenow. And, with a combined chart sales figure of over 214,000, Something I Need – whose proceeds go to charity Together for Short Lives - is now the second-fastest selling single of the year, behind Band Aid 30’s Do They Know It’s Christmas?, which shifted nearly 313,000 copies in its first week back in November. “To have even been in the running for Christmas Number 1 against some of the names that were in the race, and then to have actually won is incredible,” Ben told OfficialCharts.com, “It’s an incredible end to my year. “I’m gonna go and have a few good drinks with my mates…definitely more than a few good drinks… to really celebrate! I’m absolutely shocked, I can’t believe it.” Mark Ronson’s Uptown Funk breaks all-time streaming record For the first time this year, it’s not just what the British public have been buying and downloading that counts towards the final tally, audio streams from services such as Spotify, Deezer and O2 Tracks were also counted. Breaking the all-time record for the most streamed track in a single week , Mark Ronson’s Uptown Funk FT Bruno Mars (Number 2 today) has been listened to nearly 2.34 million times this week. The record was previously held by Ed Sheeran’s Thinking Out Loud which notched up over 1.72 million streams in a single week in November. Six other tracks have been streamed over one million times this week, including a personal best for Ed Sheeran’s Thinking Out Loud (1.8m), plus Hozier’s Take Me To Church (1.1m), Mariah Carey’s All I Want For Christmas Is You (1.1m), Olly Murs’ Wrapped Up FT Travie McCoy (1.1m), Calvin Harris’ Outside FT Ellie Goulding (1m) and One Direction’s Steal My Girl (1m). Down one place to three today is Ed Sheeran’s Thinking Out Loud, followed by new entry Olly Murs’ Up FT Demi Lovato (4). Rounding out the Top 5 today is surprise last minute Christmas Number 1 contender, The Wealdstone Raider with Got No Fans (5). The track has rocked the chart this week, climbing an impressive 32 places since entering the Top 200 for the first time on Wednesday. New Entries Aside from Ben Haenow’s Something I Need (1), Olly Murs’ Up FT Demi Lovato (4) and The Wealdstone Raider’s Got No Fans (5), there is just one new entry in today’s Official Singles Chart Top 40. Gorgon City – aka Kye Gibbon and Matt Robson-Scott - score their fourth Top 20 with Go All Night FT Jennifer Hudson (14). Go All Night is the fifth single to be lifted from the dance duo’s Top 10 album, Sirens. The Official Singles Chart Top 10 is as follows. Click here to see the Official Singles Chart Top 100 in full after 7pm. 1


Who plays Mr Brown in the new Paddington Bear movie?

Paddington Bear comes to life in new film trailer starring Hugh Bonneville | Daily Mail Online comments The first full length trailer of the upcoming Paddington movie has been released online. Marking the big screen debut of the iconic character, the new clip reveals just how much havoc a bear from darkest Peru can cause in London. Hilarious scenes show Paddington in the home of Mr and Mrs Brown and he struggles to understand how to work bathroom appliances which leads to a fair bit of chaos in the normally pristine abode. Scroll down for video Big shoes to fill: It is yet to be decided who will now take on the coveted role As Paddington makes a mess upstairs, Mr Brown – played by Downton Abbey’s Hugh Bonneville – is on the phone attempting to get extra insurance so Paddington’s stay is fully covered. RELATED ARTICLES Share this article Share The next clip shows Paddington getting to grips with public transport as he draws attention from passers-by who are understandably shocked to see a bear walking around town. The film, made by the producer of Harry Potter and Gravity, sees him dispatched from his native jungle by his aunt Lucy following an earthquake.  New world: Naturally, the bear is a little bit confused when he attempts to use some cleaning tools Confused: He comically cleans his ear with Mr and Mrs Brown's toothbrushes He is smuggled aboard a boat to England and named after the London station where he is later found. His misadventures with his adopted Brown family see him trying to evade a sinister taxidermist who has her evil eye on him. Voiced by Colin Firth, Paddington also appear alongside Nicole Kidman, Julie Walters, Peter Capaldi, Sally Hawkins and Matt Lucas. Tasty: He then attempts to taste his earwax Wash the taste away: He mistook mouthwash for a drink and soon found water in the only place he could Oops: Things escalate and led to the bear flooding the entire bathroom Stills from the film see the character, created by Michael Bond for a series of books, pictured outside Buckingham Palace looking far more ursine than the cuddly version who enchanted 1970s audiences on the BBC. However, the marmalade-loving creature retains his familiar duffel coat and floppy hat in the movie, which is set to be released in November. Fans of the anticipated film couldn’t help but notice that the beloved bear bears a rather striking resemblance to another popular animal character that has featured heavily on screens in recent years. In the city: Paddington attempts to adapt to London life Big screen makeover: Fans have been given a further look at Paddington the movie star alongside his famous co-stars Separated at birth: Paddington Bear looks rather like annoying meerkat Aleksandr, the character made famous by a series of British car advertisements   Idling outside Buckingham Palace, the loveable character looks very similar to Russian meerkat Aleksandr - a character that has worked its way into public consciousness through a series of car insurance ads. A mechanical head was created to shoot scenes for the upcoming film, however the title role will mostly be computer generated. Firth recently said of his role in the film: ‘Paddington will be computer generated, and I will speak his lines with, I suspect, a slight Peruvian flavour. 'Every other character in the film will be real, live, human beings.' Hard to BEAR: Colin Firth has dropped out of the latest Paddington movie after his voice 'didn't fit' the role Original: The character was created by Michael Bond for a series of books and later enchanted 1970s audiences on the BBC 'Because Paddington is digitally created I’m spared having to over-indulge in marmalade sandwiches,’ he joked, referring to Paddington’s habit of keeping a stash of sarnies under his hat for emergencies. Also speaking of her decision to appear in the film, Kidman said: ‘My agent called and said: 'We’ve got this offer from London for you to be in a film about a Paddington Bear.' And I said: 'You mean the Paddington Bear?' ‘I was read the stories when I was little and I grew up with Paddin


On TV and in film who are Neil, Simon, Will and Jay?

The Inbetweeners 2 (2014) Author: LydiaOLydia from Cambridge, UK The inbetweeners series used to be about tightly scripted "off the cuff" clever banter and a pretty good sense of chemistry between the boys. the first movie was a bit looser but fit the bill as a 'vacation' away from the school environment and the plot was at least passable as light fare. even well before the time a piece of Neil's poo slides down a water-slide and hits will in the face, it's clear that the inbetweeners are utterly finished and this is the cast members trying to stretch one more pay day out of a low budget, presumably after the failure of their follow-up series 'chickens.' If you're a fan of the inbetweeners and want to keep cherished memories of them going forward, for the love of god stay away from this film. it's if Monty python made 'the love guru.' avoid at all costs. 2 stars not one simply because 1 is truly bottom of the barrel, but this may be the worst movie of 2014. Was the above review useful to you?


In which layer of the atmosphere does the ‘ozone layer’ occur?

Science - Ozone Basics   Where is ozone found in the           atmosphere? Ozone is mainly found in two regions of the           Earth's atmosphere. Most ozone (about 90%) resides in a layer           that begins between 6 and 10 miles (10 and 17 kilometers) above           the Earth's surface and extends up to about 30 miles (50 kilometers).           This region of the atmosphere is called the stratosphere. The           ozone in this region is commonly known as the ozone layer. The           remaining ozone is in the lower region of the atmosphere, which           is commonly called the troposphere. The figure (above) shows           an example of how ozone is distributed in the atmosphere. What roles does ozone play           in the atmosphere and how are humans affected? The ozone molecules in the upper atmosphere           (stratosphere) and the lower atmosphere (troposphere) are chemically           identical, because they all consist of three oxygen atoms and           have the chemical formula O3. However,           they have very different roles in the atmosphere and very different           effects on humans and other living beings. Stratospheric ozone           (sometimes referred to as "good ozone") plays a beneficial           role by absorbing most of the biologically damaging ultraviolet           sunlight (called UV-B), allowing only a small amount to reach           the Earth's surface. The absorption of ultraviolet radiation           by ozone creates a source of heat, which actually forms the           stratosphere itself (a region in which the temperature rises           as one goes to higher altitudes). Ozone thus plays a key role           in the temperature structure of the Earth's atmosphere. Without           the filtering action of the ozone layer, more of the Sun's UV-B           radiation would penetrate the atmosphere and would reach the           Earth's surface. Many experimental studies of plants and animals           and clinical studies of humans have shown the harmful effects           of excessive exposure to UV-B radiation. At the Earth's surface, ozone comes into           direct contact with life-forms and displays its destructive           side (hence, it is often called "bad ozone"). Because           ozone reacts strongly with other molecules, high levels of ozone           are toxic to living systems. Several studies have documented           the harmful effects of ozone on crop production, forest growth,           and human health. The substantial negative effects of surface-level           tropospheric ozone from this direct toxicity contrast with the           benefits of the additional filtering of UV-B radiation that           it provides. What are the environmental           issues associated with ozone? The dual role of ozone leads to two separate           environmental issues. There is concern about increases in ozone           in the troposphere. Near-surface ozone is a key component of           photochemical "smog," a familiar problem in the atmosphere           of many cities around the world. Higher amounts of surface-level           ozone are increasingly being observed in rural areas as well. There is also widespread scientific and public           interest and concern about losses of ozone in the stratosphere.           Ground-based and satellite instruments have measured decreases           in the amount of stratospheric ozone in our atmosphere. Over           some parts of Antarctica, up to 60% of the total overhead amount           of ozone (known as the column ozone) is depleted during


Which Mediterranean island is divided by the Attila Line?

Varosha drone footage shows stunning view of Cyprus' ghost town | Daily Mail Online Next A bird's-eye view of the 'ghost town' of the Mediterranean: Drone footage shows decaying hotels and land reclaimed by nature at Cyprus resort once visited by Elizabeth Taylor and Brigitte Bardot Varosha, on the divided island of Cyprus, was last inhabited in 1974 when it was seized by Turkish troops  High-end beach resort was a playground for the rich and famous, including actress Elizabeth Taylor, in its heyday After decades of neglect, high-rise hotels are crumbling in the fenced-off suburb and visitors are banned


Which story is about the torments endured by a prisoner during the Spanish Inquisition?

The Pit and the Pendulum - Edgar Allan Poe | Feedbooks The Pit and the Pendulum Download in EPUB format, also available for Kindle or in PDF "The Pit and the Pendulum" is a short story written by Edgar Allan Poe and first published in 1842. The story is about the torments endured by a prisoner of the Spanish Inquisition, though Poe skews historical facts. The narrator of the story is deemed guilty for an unnamed crime and put into a completely dark room. He passes out while trying to determine the size of the room. When he wakes up, he realizes there is a large, deep pit in the middle of the room. He…  (more) "The Pit and the Pendulum" is a short story written by Edgar Allan Poe and first published in 1842. The story is about the torments endured by a prisoner of the Spanish Inquisition, though Poe skews historical facts. The narrator of the story is deemed guilty for an unnamed crime and put into a completely dark room. He passes out while trying to determine the size of the room. When he wakes up, he realizes there is a large, deep pit in the middle of the room. He loses consciousness again and awakens strapped on his back, unable to move more than his head. He soon realizes there is a large blade-like pendulum hanging above him, slowly getting closer to cutting through his chest. He finds a way to escape but the walls of his prison start to move and close in on him, pushing him closer and closer to falling into the pit. The story is especially effective at inspiring fear in the reader because of its heavy focus on the senses, such as sound, emphasizing its reality, unlike many of Poe's stories which are aided by the supernatural. The traditional elements established in popular horror tales at the time are followed but critical reception has been mixed.


After whose execution in 1794 was the apparatus of ‘The Terror’ in France dismantled?

French Revolution - Credo Reference Topic Page: French Revolution Definition: French Revolution from The Macquarie Dictionary the movement that, beginning in 1789, overthrew the absolute monarchy of the Bourbons and the system of class privilege, and ended in the seizure of power by Napoleon in 1799. Summary Article: French Revolution from Encyclopedia of Global Studies Image from: Women helping the injured during the French Revolution, engraved by Labrousse, c.1795 (coloured engraving) in The Bridgeman History of Science The French Revolution has made an impact on global history. The revolution of 1789 was one of the most prominent elements in historical master narratives. On the one hand, it was presented as the origin of modern Western democracy and of a political culture based on human rights, the principle of people's sovereignty guaranteed by a constitution, and the centrality of private property. On the other hand, Marxist interpretations saw the event occurring between the storming of the Bastille and Maximilien Robespierre's Committee of Public Welfare, and concluded that it was an initial important step toward the definitive emancipation of humanity from exploitation and therefore a model for modern revolution. Not by accident, Bolsheviks in Russia view themselves as the Jacobins of the 20th century, and many more revolutionaries in the world since the French Revolution have made a reference to the ideals of 1789. Diverse Perspectives on the Significance of the French Revolution Because the French Revolution produced metaphors for subsequent political constellations, it is no wonder that the memory of 1789 was polarized politically for almost two centuries. François Furet, a French historian who declared in the 1980s that the peripety of revolutionary history in France was complete, found himself discredited by the enormous mobilization that characterized the anniversary in 1989. President François Mitterrand invited, on the eve of the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille, his colleagues from Africa, Latin America, and Asia to demonstrate how alive the revolutionary message was. Correspondingly, many commentators took the revolutions of the same year as a new chapter in that history of freedom and democracy that was opened in 1789. Positioning the French Revolution primarily at the origin of a diffusionist scenario is based on internal accounts; at the same time, the cause of the outbreak of the revolution was investigated mainly either from the short-term perspective regarding the food crisis at the time or from a long-term perspective that focused on gradually increasing forms of social confrontation. In both cases, the perspective is largely from within France. Accordingly, the former concerned the grain supply mainly in cities, whereas the latter considered the increasingly economically successful middle classes looking for political representation and a bigoted majority of nobles and clergymen unwilling to contribute to the country's expenses. The only attempt to overcome this limitation of French affairs was Robert Palmer and Jacques Godechot's interpretation of an Atlantic revolution that linked the American and French revolutions into a larger international pattern. Whereas this portrayal was popular in the United States, it was never successful in France because it was seen as a discourse legitimatizing the North Atlantic Treaty Organization alliance, which was not very popular among French leftist intellectuals. The Global Consequences of the French Revolution Whereas the causation of the revolution was located in France's internal developments, the consequences of it were identified at a global level. The echo of the revolution was investigated by many scholars, and the most radical followers worldwide were seen as revolutionary Jacobins. Although these revolutionaries shared the agenda of the club in 1792, they were by no means as radical as the Robespierrists were in France from 1793 to 1794 owing to the fact that they never had the necessary popular support in their respective countries. An


Which vegetable is the chief ingredient in a Spanish Omelette?

Spanish omelette | BBC Good Food BBC Good Food Recipes Not sure what to cook? We’ve pulled together our most popular recipes, our latest additions and our editor’s picks, so there’s sure to be something tempting for you to try. Prep: 10 mins Cook: 30 mins Easy Serves 3 - 4 Fluffy vegetarian tortilla is a great meal to make with older children- this one's filled with peppers and potatoes Share: Butter is made when lactic-acid producing bacteria are added to cream and churned to make an… 2 small onion , finely sliced Onions are endlessly versatile and an essential ingredient in countless recipes. Native to Asia… 1 red pepper, finely chopped The ultimate convenience food, eggs are powerhouses of nutrition, packed with protein and a… 1 x 25g pack chives Method Finely slice the onions and chop the red pepper, removing the seeds. Cut the potatoes into roughly ½ cm slices. Heat a knob of butter in a medium (about 24cm) frying pan over a low heat and cook gently for 10 – 15 until starting to go brown, add the peppers and cook for a further 5 mins. Put the potatoes in a steamer over boiling water for 10 - 12 mins to soften. If you don’t have a steamer, put in a saucepan, cover with boiling water and simmer gently for around 8 - 10 mins until just cooked through and drain well. Break the eggs into a jug and beat with a fork, season with a generous grind of pepper and a pinch of salt. Use scissors to snip the chives into small pieces and stir in. Heat the grill. Add a little more butter to the frying pan and add the potatoes. Pour over the egg mixture. Cook for 15 mins until almost set and golden brown underneath - you can use a fish slice to lift the omelette up and check. Put the frying pan under the grill. Make sure the handle is outside the oven as it will become very hot and can burn. Cook for a further minute or two and serve.


What name was given to the code of the Samurai?

Samurai and Bushido - Facts & Summary - HISTORY.com Samurai and Bushido A+E Networks Introduction The samurai, members of a powerful military caste in feudal Japan, began as provincial warriors before rising to power in the 12th century with the beginning of the country’s first military dictatorship, known as the shogunate. As servants of the daimyos, or great lords, the samurai backed up the authority of the shogun and gave him power over the mikado (emperor). The samurai would dominate Japanese government and society until the Meiji Restoration of 1868 led to the abolition of the feudal system. Despite being deprived of their traditional privileges, many of the samurai would enter the elite ranks of politics and industry in modern Japan. More importantly, the traditional samurai code of honor, discipline and morality known as bushido–or “the way of the warrior”–was revived and made the basic code of conduct for much of Japanese society. Google Early Samurai During the Heian Period (794-1185), the samurai were the armed supporters of wealthy landowners–many of whom left the imperial court to seek their own fortunes after being shut out of power by the powerful Fujiwara clan. The word “samurai” roughly translates to “those who serve.” (Another, more general word for a warrior is “bushi,” from which bushido is derived; this word lacks the connotations of service to a master.) Did You Know? The wealth of a samurai in feudal Japan was measured in terms of koku; one koku, supposed to be the amount of rice it took to feed one man for a year, was equivalent to around 180 liters. Beginning in the mid-12th century, real political power in Japan shifted gradually away from the emperor and his nobles in Kyoto to the heads of the clans on their large estates in the country. The Gempei War (1180-1185) pitted two of these great clans–the dominant Taira and the Minamoto–against each other in a struggle for control of the Japanese state. The war ended when one of the most famous samurai heroes in Japanese history, Minamoto Yoshitsune, led his clan to victory against the Taira near the village of Dan-no-ura. Rise of the Samurai & Kamakura Period The triumphant leader Minamoto Yoritomo–half-brother of Yoshitsune, whom he drove into exile–established the center of government at Kamakura. The establishment of the Kamakura Shogunate, a hereditary military dictatorship, shifted all real political power in Japan to the samurai. As Yoritomo’s authority depended on their strength, he went to great lengths to establish and define the samurai’s privileged status; no one could call himself a samurai without Yoritomo’s permission. Zen Buddhism, introduced into Japan from China around this time, held a great appeal for many samurai. Its austere and simple rituals, as well as the belief that salvation would come from within, provided an ideal philosophical background for the samurai’s own code of behavior. Also during the Kamakura period, the sword came to have a great significance in samurai culture. A man’s honor was said to reside in his sword, and the craftsmanship of swords–including carefully hammered blades, gold and silver inlay and sharkskin handgrips–became an art in itself. Japan in Chaos: the Ashikaga Shogunate The strain of defeating two Mongol invasions at the end of the 13th century weakened the Kamakura Shogunate, which fell to a rebellion led by Ashikaga Takauji. The Ashikaga Shogunate, centered in Kyoto, began around 1336. For the next two centuries, Japan was in a near-constant state of conflict between its feuding territorial clans. After the particularly divisive Onin War of 1467-77, the Ashikaga shoguns ceased to be effective, and feudal Japan lacked a strong central authority; local lords and their samurai stepped in to a greater extent to maintain law and order. Despite the political unrest, this period–known as the Muromachi after the district of that name in Kyoto–saw considerable economic expansion in Japan. It was also a golden age for Japanese art, as the samurai culture came under the growing influence of Zen Buddhism. I


In 2008 Great Leighs became the first new venue for which sport for 80 years?

Category:Great Leighs - Wikimedia Commons Category:Great Leighs Jump to: navigation , search English: Great Leighs is a village in Essex , England , half way between Chelmsford and Braintree . In 2008 Great Leighs became home to the first new racecourse in 80 years, when the nearby Essex County Showground was converted into a state-of-the-art horse-racing venue. Great Leighs Racecourse held its first race meeting on 20 April 2008 and staged its first meeting fully open to the public from 28-29 May 2008. Subcategories


Which footwear is also a venomous snake?

TPWD Kids: Venomous Snakes Venomous Snakes More Cool Critters Coming Soon! More     about Snakes   Texas Poisonous (Venomous) Snakes Snakes! Are they sneaky, slimy, scary?...or...skillful   and simply sensational? People either love 'em or hate 'em, but either way,   snakes play an important role in our world! Snakes  are reptiles. Reptiles are cold-blooded so they must warm themselves in the  sun or on rocks. Snakes have skin covered with scales and most lay eggs. Some  snakes hold their eggs inside until they hatch.  Snakes have no legs and no ears. Snakes are skilled predators.   How would you catch prey without arms or legs? Venomous snakes have poison  to inject in their prey. The venom keeps small prey still so the snake can grab it with its mouth and swallow it whole. This is a helpful adaptation for snakes. Snakes help the balance of nature by eating prey that reproduces frequently, everything from earthworms to rabbits. Snakes also eat eggs. Snakes are especially important in the control of mice and rats. Venomous Snakes in Texas There are four kinds of venomous snakes in Texas: coral snakes, copperheads,  cottonmouths (water moccasins) and rattlesnakes. Coral Snakes Only one species of coral snake is native to Texas. The coral snake is shy  and rarely seen. It has, in order, red, yellow and black colors.  The coral snake has a small mouth, and is usually not aggressive. Its bites  are dangerous, but very rare. Other,  harmless snakes have similar colors in a different order. The rhyme "red   and yellow kill a fellow" can help you remember that the coral snake's   red and yellow colors touch, but the harmless milk snake has red touching   black. What is a Pit Viper? A pit viper is a type of venomous snake. Copperheads, cottonmouths and rattlesnakes  are called pit-vipers because they have a pit near each nostril which is highly  sensitive to heat. This pit helps the snake in locating warm-blooded prey. Copperheads Copperhead snakes have bands of gray and/or brown with a copper-colored heard. They blend in with leaf-covered forest floors and it's possible to stare right at a copperhead without seeing it! Copperheads bite rather than strike. Because they are so well camouflaged, most bites occur when a snake is accidentally picked up or sat or laid on. Always use care when picking up or flipping over logs, boards, old tin or other items where copperheads may be resting. Cottonmouths The cottonmouth, or water moccasin, rarely strays far from water. It can be found in marshes, swamps, ponds, lakes, ditches, and canals in East and Central  Texas and along the Gulf coast. It is a stubby, muscular snake and can grow  to nearly six feet. When threatened, it will open its mouth to show its fangs. The inside of its mouth is white and reminded people of cotton, hence the name cottonmouth. They eat frogs, fish an small animals. These snakes can be very defensive and sometimes aggressive. They can bite underwater. Swimmers, bathers and anglers on river banks should always keep an eye open for these snakes. Rattlesnakes The Western Massasauga lives in prairies from the Gulf Coast up to the Panhandle The Timber Rattlesnake lives in East Texas. Western Diamondback lives in North, Central, South and West Texas. Nine kinds of rattlesnakes are found in Texas, including the massasauga. Rattlesnakes  usually "rattle" before striking, but if they are totally surprised,  they may strike before rattling. Most of the rattlesnakes are active at night,  when they hunt for prey such as mice, rats and rabbits. Preventing Snake Bites Watch where you step, put your hands, or sit down. Venomous snakes live  on or near the ground. They lay on rocks, wood piles and other spots  for a place to sun and a place to hide. Snakes avoid your huge  body, but will definitely bite if stepped on or feel trapped. Most bites  happen around the ankle and about 99% of all bites occur below the  knee, except when someone accidentally picks up or falls on the snake. The fangs of venomous snakes are long and sharp bu


What lies roughly along 180 degrees longitude?

What Is the 180 Degree Longitude Line? | eHow What Is the 180 Degree Longitude Line? Ingram Publishing/Ingram Publishing/Getty Images The prime meridian is the reference for all lines of longitude, the imaginary vertical lines that divide the Earth's surface. The opposite meridian is the 180-degree longitude line, which is 180 degrees both east and west of the prime meridian. The 180-degree longitude line also serves as an approximate basis for drawing the international date line. Lines of Longitude Lines of longitude are imaginary, vertical lines along the surface of the Earth that are used as coordinates to determine locations east and west of a reference line. All lines of longitude join at the poles. Prime Meridian The prime meridian, also known as the Greenwich meridian line, is labeled zero degrees and runs through Western Europe and Western Africa. It is the reference on which all lines of longitude are based. For example, 30 degrees west longitude means 30 degrees west of the prime meridian. 180 Degrees Longitude Because the Earth is spherical, traveling 180 degrees in either direction from the prime meridian will lead to 180 degrees longitude, the opposite meridian. The 180-degree meridian runs through the western Pacific Ocean. Time Zones The Earth is divided into 24 time zones, each approximately 15 degrees longitude in width. The prime meridian marks the Greenwich (or Zulu) time zone, with other time zones labeled plus or minus hours from this zone. International Date Line The international date line roughly corresponds to the 180-degree meridian, although it deviates with respect to national borders. Because the Earth is divided into 24 time zones, each plus or minus a given number of hours from Greenwich, there arises a line on the Earth where the plus and minus zones meet. By tradition, this occurs at the international date line. Traveling east across the line decreases the date by one (for example, from Wednesday to Tuesday) and traveling west across the line advances the date (Tuesday to Wednesday). References


The mastodon was an early relative of which modern creature?

Elephant Evolution: Phosphatherium to Woolly Mammoth By Bob Strauss Updated May 27, 2016. Thanks to a hundred years of Hollywood movies, many people are convinced that mammoths, mastodons and other prehistoric elephants lived alongside dinosaurs. In fact, these huge, lumbering beasts evolved from the tiny, mouse-sized mammals that survived the K/T Extinction 65 million years ago, and the first mammal even remotely recognizable as a primitive elephant didn't appear until five million years after the dinosaurs went kaput. (See a gallery of prehistoric elephant pictures and a slideshow of 10 prehistoric elephants everyone should know .) That creature was Phosphatherium , a small, squat, pig-sized herbivore that popped up in Africa about 60 million years ago. Classified by paleontologists as the earliest known proboscid (an order of mammals distinguished by their long, flexible noses), Phosphatherium looked and behaved more like a pygmy hippopotamus than an early elephant. The giveaway was this creature's tooth structure: we know that the tusks of elephants evolved from incisors rather than canines, and Phosphatherium's choppers fit the evolutionary bill. continue reading below our video 10 Facts About the Titanic That You Don't Know The two most notable proboscids after Phosphatherium were Phiomia and Moeritherium , which also lived in northern African swamps and woodlands circa 37-30 million years ago. The better known of the two, Moeritherium, sported a flexible upper lip and snout, as well as extended canines that (in light of future elephant developments) could be considered rudimentary tusks. Like a small hippo, Moeritherium spent most of its time half-submerged in swamps; its contemporary Phiomia was more elephant-like, weighing about half a ton and dining on terrestrial (rather than marine) vegetation. Yet another northern African proboscid of this time was the confusingly named Palaeomastodon , which should not be confused with the Mastodon (genus name Mammut ) that ruled the North American plains 20 million years later. What's important about Palaeomastodon is that it was recognizably a prehistoric elephant, demonstrating that by 35 million years ago nature had pretty much settled on the basic pachyderm body plan (thick legs, long trunk, large size and tusks). Toward True Elephants: Deinotheres and Gomphotheres Twenty-five million years or so after the dinosaurs went extinct, the first proboscids appeared that could easily be discerned as prehistoric elephants. The most important of these, from an evolutionary perspective, were the gomphotheres ("bolted mammals"), but the most impressive were the deinotheres, typified by Deinotherium ("terrible mammal"). This 10-ton proboscid sported downward-curving lower tusks and was one of the largest mammals ever to roam the earth; in fact, Deinotherium may have inspired tales of "giants" in historical times, since it survived well into the Ice Age. As terrifying as Deinotherium was, though, it represented a side branch in elephant evolution. The real action was among the gomphotheres, the odd name of which derives from their "welded," shovel-like lower tusks, which were used to dig for plants in soft, swampy ground. The signature genus, Gomphotherium , was especially widespread, stomping across the lowlands of North America, Africa and Eurasia from about 15 million to 5 million years ago. Two other gomphotheres of this era-- Amebelodon ("shovel tusk") and Platybelodon ("flat tusk")--had even more distinctive tusks, so much so that these elephants went extinct when the lakebeds and riverbeds where they dredged up food went dry. Mammoths and Mastodons - What's the Difference? Few things in natural history are as confusing as the difference between mammoths and mastodons. Even these elephants' scientific names seem designed to befuddle kids: what we know informally as the North American Mastodon goes by the genus name Mammut , while the genus name for the Woolly Mammoth is the confusingly similar Mammuthus (both names partake of the same Greek root, meaning "earth burrower"). Ma


Which castle is known as ‘The Key of England’?

History of Dover Castle | English Heritage Things to see and do History of Dover Castle Known as the ‘key to England’, the great fortress of Dover Castle has played a crucial role in the defence of the realm for over nine centuries, a span equalled only by the Tower of London and Windsor Castle. The castle’s massive ramparts and ditches may have originated in an Iron Age hillfort. At the centre are the Roman lighthouse and Anglo-Saxon church, and above them are the great tower and inner bailey Before the Castle Commanding the shortest sea crossing between England and the continent, Dover Castle has a long and immensely eventful history. Many centuries before King Henry II began the great stone castle here in the 1180s, its spectacular site above the famous white cliffs may well have been the site of an Iron Age hillfort. The Romans built a lighthouse – one of the best-preserved in Europe – on the heights here after they invaded in AD 43, to guide ships into the harbour. The Anglo-Saxon church beside the lighthouse was once probably part of a Saxon fortified settlement. Restored in the late 19th century by Sir George Gilbert Scott and William Butterfield, it is the largest and finest Saxon building in Kent. Immediately after his victory at Hastings in 1066, William the Conqueror strengthened the defences with an earthwork and timber-stockaded castle. From then on Dover Castle was garrisoned uninterruptedly until 1958. The recreated king’s chamber on the second floor of the great tower, fitted out to evoke a late 12th-century royal palace The Medieval Castle In the 1180s Henry II remodelled the castle, planning its great tower as a palace in which to entertain great visitors as well as a last redoubt for a strategically important castle. At 83 feet (25.3 metres) high, just under 100 feet (30 metres) square and with walls up to 21 feet (6.5 metres) thick, it has three floors of rooms, the topmost being state apartments for the king himself. Within this magnificent showpiece, Henry could welcome and impress distinguished visitors to England – particularly noble pilgrims travelling to the new shrine in Canterbury Cathedral of Thomas Becket. The archbishop was slaughtered in front of the altar there by Henry’s household knights on 29 December 1170, ten years before the great tower was begun. On the second floor of the great tower is a chapel dedicated to Becket, with richly decorated stonework.  Building work continued in the first half of the 13th century under King John and Henry III, who completed the successive rings of defensive walls surrounding the great tower. An artist’s impression of the great siege of Dover Castle in 1216, showing French forces undermining the northern defences of the castle © Historic England (illustration by Peter Dunn) The Great Siege In 1216–17 these defences were twice put to the test when Dover withstood a long siege by an invasion force led by Prince Louis of France in support of English barons rebelling against King John. The fortress resisted ten months of bombardment by siege engines, undermining by tunnels and eventually hand-to-hand fighting. Following the siege, John’s son Henry III added three powerful new gatehouses and a fortified spur extension to the castle. By the 1250s the medieval defences had assumed the extent and shape they retain today, a highly visible symbol of English royal power.     The upper level of the protected passage, or caponier, built as part of the outer defences to the north of the castle during the Napoleonic Wars The Castle Transformed After the Middle Ages Dover was continuously garrisoned into the 20th century. Although it declined in importance from the 16th century, it still hosted royal visits by Henry VIII, Elizabeth I and Charles I’s queen, Henrietta Maria. From the 1740s onwards the medieval banks and ditches were reshaped as the castle was adapted for artillery warfare. Later in the 18th century, when England faced the threat of invasion from Napoleonic France, even more spectacular additions were made to the castle’s defences. To house the huge num


Which castle is the official residence of the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports?

Sandwich Kent UK: The Cinque Ports Royal Charter 1668 The Cinque Ports: a Brief History Originally, the Cinque Ports (pronounced 'Sink' Ports) were a confederation of five harbours, Sandwich, Romney, Dover, Hythe, and Hastings plus the two Ancient Towns of Rye & Winchelsea. These were grouped together, for defence purposes, by Edward the Confessor. They supplied the Crown with ships and men. In early times, the fishing fleets, maintained by the South Eastern coastal towns were frequently pressed into service to convey people, and armies, to and from the Continent, as well as to fight battles at sea. They formed the first Navy, and, in return for the use of their vessels, the ports received many privileges from the Crown. Gradually the ports grouped together for mutual support and a confederation of the five main ones, Sandwich, Dover, Hythe, Romney, and Hastings, was formed and became known as the Cinque Ports. This grouping probably began before the Norman conquest, the Domesday Book records the obligation of the ports to supply ships and men to the King once a year. This ship service continued for over three hundred years until larger ships were needed by the Navy The Royal Charter & Privileges The privileges obtained by the Cinque Ports were set down in a series of Royal Charters—the last one granted by Charles II in 1668, can be seen in the Guildhall, Sandwich. These privileges included freedom from tolls and customs duties, freedom to trade and to hold their own judicial courts. The Cinque Ports were also entitled to send Barons, to carry the Canopy over the Sovereign at his or her coronation. A section of the canopy, in cloth of gold, used at the coronation of George 3rd may be seen in Guildhall. Between the eleventh and thirteenth centuries, Sandwich reached the top of its importance as the main port in England. But, the Great Storm of 1287 was the beginning of the end for many of the ports, it silted up harbours, blocked rivers, and submerged towns. Despite this, the Cinque Ports still retained their status and privileges. Today, these towns are still known as the Cinque Ports, but the coastline has changed considerably over the centuries - Sandwich is now 2 miles inland and only Dover retains its major port status Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports There has been a Lord Warden in charge of the Cinque Ports since the 12th century. The Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports is today an honorary but still prestigious position, formerly held by Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother - the present Lord Warden is Admiral Lord Boyce. The Official Residence of the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports is based at Walmer Castle. Former recent Lord Wardens include Sir Winston Churchill 1941-1965 and Sir Robert Menzies, former Prime Minister of Australia 1966-1978. Sandwich Haven on the River Stour Flag of the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports. Note that this image shows the particular flag of Admiral Lord Boyce - the badge in the flag's hoist changes with the appointment of a new Lord Warden. Admiral Lord Boyce was preceded in post by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, who used the same flag but with her Royal Cypher as the badge in the hoist. (Image & text from Wiki Media)


Crohn’s Disease affects which part of the body?

What Is Crohn's Disease and How Does It Effect the Body Crohn's Advocate Magazine Your Body and Crohn's Disease As you know, you eat food to get nutrients like protein and carbohydrates, which keep your body running. When your gastrointestinal (GI) tract processes that food, it absorbs the necessary nutrients and gets rid of any waste. The GI tract starts from your mouth and ends with your anus and includes your esophagus, stomach, and intestines. (Read more about how Crohn's affects digestion and your GI tract in the Summer 2010 issue of Crohn'sAdvocate magazine .) When you have Crohn's disease, your body's immune system begins attacking healthy cells in your GI tract, causing inflammation. Because it is a disease of the immune system, Crohn's is classified medically as an autoimmune disorder. This means that your body is producing antibodies that work against itself. In addition to Crohn's, other autoimmune disorders include rheumatoid arthritis , ulcerative colitis , psoriasis , psoriatic arthritis , ankylosing spondylitis , lupus , and Graves' disease . Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, is a category of bowel disorders that includes both ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Crohn's disease is most often found in a section of the small intestine called the ileum , but Crohn's can happen anywhere in your GI tract from the mouth to the anus. Back to top What causes Crohn's disease? Unfortunately, no one knows exactly what causes Crohn's, just that something in your body causes your immune system to overreact. Various stimuli may trigger Crohn's disease, affecting individuals differently. For instance, it might be a kind of bacteria, something in your own intestines, or even your family history. In fact, scientists now believe it is a combination of all these factors. If you have Crohn’s disease, you may have inherited a unique gene in your immune system. Then, something happened that triggered that gene, causing the overreaction, which then caused inflammation in your intestines. Back to top Who gets Crohn's disease? Crohn’s disease can affect anyone at any age; however, it's usually first diagnosed in people in their teens and twenties. (Read more about dealing with a Crohn’s diagnosis in the Fall 2010 issue of Crohn'sAdvocate magazine .) Crohn's tends to affect people of both sexes equally, though some groups, including blacks, whites, and Jews of European descent, are diagnosed more frequently than Asians and Hispanics. Also, people who have family members with Crohn’s disease appear to be more likely to have it themselves. Back to top Will Crohn's ever go away? Crohn's disease is a chronic condition, which means you have it for life. However, sometimes your disease may be in remission, with no symptoms at all. When Crohn's flare-ups occur, they may be caused by food, cigarettes, or stress, but they may also happen for no known reason at all. Currently, there is no cure for Crohn's disease, although advances are being made all the time. Often people need treatment to control symptoms and improve their quality of life. In essence, Crohn's disease can affect you and your life significantly—everything from your diet to your relationships to your choice of career . It's important to remember that with proper care the majority of people with Crohn's are able to live normal lives despite the disease.


What medical term is used for an extreme life-threatening allergic reaction?

Anaphylaxis: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia Swelling of the face, eyes, or tongue Unconsciousness Exams and Tests The health care provider will examine the person and ask about what might have caused the condition. Tests for the allergen that caused anaphylaxis (if the cause is not obvious) may be done after treatment. Treatment Anaphylaxis is an emergency condition that needs medical attention right away. Call 911 immediately. Check the person's airway, breathing, and circulation, which are known as the ABC's of Basic Life Support. A warning sign of dangerous throat swelling is a very hoarse or whispered voice, or coarse sounds when the person is breathing in air. If necessary, begin rescue breathing and CPR . Call 911. Calm and reassure the person. If the allergic reaction is from a bee sting, scrape the stinger off the skin with something firm (such as a fingernail or plastic credit card). Do not use tweezers. Squeezing the stinger will release more venom. If the person has emergency allergy medicine on hand, help the person take or inject it. Do not give medicine through the mouth if the person is having difficulty breathing. Take steps to prevent shock . Have the person lie flat, raise the person's feet about 12 inches (30 centimeters), and cover the person with a coat or blanket. Do not place the person in this position if a head, neck, back, or leg injury is suspected, or if it causes discomfort. DO NOT: Do not assume that any allergy shots the person has already received will provide complete protection. Do not place a pillow under the person's head if they are having trouble breathing. This can block the airways. Do not give the person anything by mouth if they are having trouble breathing. Paramedics or other providers may place a tube through the nose or mouth into the airways. Or emergency surgery will be done to place a tube directly into the trachea . The person may receive medicines to further reduce symptoms. Outlook (Prognosis) Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening without prompt treatment. Symptoms usually do get better with the right therapy, so it is important to act right away. Possible Complications Without prompt treatment, anaphylaxis may result in: Blocked airway Shock When to Contact a Medical Professional Call 911 if you or someone you know develops severe symptoms of anaphylaxis. Or, go to the nearest emergency room. Prevention To prevent allergic reactions and anaphylaxis: Avoid triggers such as foods and medicines that have caused an allergic reaction in the past. Ask detailed questions about ingredients when you are eating away from home. Also carefully examine ingredient labels. If you have a child who is allergic to certain foods, introduce one new food at a time in small amounts so you can recognize an allergic reaction. People who know that they have had serious allergic reactions should wear a medical ID tag. If you have a history of serious allergic reactions, carry emergency medicines (such as a chewable antihistamine and injectable epinephrine or a bee sting kit) according to your provider's instructions. Do not use your injectable epinephrine on anyone else. They may have a condition (such as a heart problem) that could be worsened by this drug. Alternative Names Anaphylactic reaction; Anaphylactic shock; Shock - anaphylactic; Allergic reaction - anaphylaxis Images Antibodies References Brown SGA, Kemp SF, Lieberman PL. Anaphylaxis. In: Adkinson NF Jr, Bochner BS, Burks AW, et al, eds. Middleton's Allergy: Principles and Practice. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Saunders; 2014:chap 77. Lieberman P, Nicklas RA, Randolph C, et al. Anaphylaxis – a practice parameter update 2015. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2015;115(5):341-384. PMID: 26505932 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26505932 . Schwartz LB. Systemic anaphylaxis, food allergy, and insect sting allergy. In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Goldman's Cecil Medicine. 25th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Saunders; 2016:chap 253. Tran TP, Muelleman RL. Allergy, hypersensitivity, angioedema, and anaphylaxis. In: Marx JA, Hockberger RS, Walls


Which physical disability is called medically ‘talipes’?

Club foot - NHS Choices Club foot  Talipes Treatment Introduction  Club foot is a deformity of the foot and ankle that babies can be born with. The position and function of the foot can be greatly improved, if treated early. The foot of a baby with club foot points down and inwards, with the soles of the feet facing backwards. Club foot isn’t painful for babies, but it can become painful as they get older and cause difficulties walking if it isn’t treated. Club foot is relatively common, affecting around one baby in every 1,000 born in the UK. Both feet are affected in around half of the children born with the condition. The medical name for club foot is congenital talipes equinovarus. What causes club foot? In most cases the cause of club foot is unknown, although there may be a genetic link because it can run in families. If you have one child with club foot, your risk of having a second child with the condition is around one in 35. If one parent had the condition as a baby, there is around a one in 30 chance of their children having the condition. If both parents previously had the condition, this increases to around a one in three chance. In a small number of cases, club foot occurs as part of a more serious underlying condition affecting the baby's development, such as spina bifida . Diagnosing club foot Club foot is usually diagnosed after a baby is born, although the problem may first be spotted during the routine  ultrasound scan carried out between 18 and 21 weeks of pregnancy. It cannot be treated before birth, but picking up the problem during pregnancy means you can talk to doctors about the condition in detail and find out what to expect after your baby is born. Further tests may also be carried out while you're pregnant, to check for conditions such as spina bifida. How club foot is treated Treatment for club foot should ideally start within a week or two of the baby being born, but it can still be effective if started later in childhood. A technique known as the Ponseti method is the main treatment for club foot nowadays. This involves your baby's foot being gently manipulated into a better position and then being put in a cast. This is repeated weekly for around five to eight weeks. After this stage, it's likely that your baby will need a minor procedure (carried out using a  local anaesthetic ) to make a small cut in their Achilles tendon. This can help to release their foot into a more natural position. Your baby will need to wear special boots attached to each other with a bar, to prevent club foot returning. These are only worn full-time for the first three months, then overnight until your child is four or five years old. Read more about treating club foot . Outlook The vast majority of children treated with the Ponseti method will have pain-free, normal-looking feet that function well. Most children are able to learn to walk by the usual age and can participate in activities such as sports when they're older. Some children may be left with a slightly shorter leg and smaller foot on one side if only one of their feet was affected. This won't usually cause any significant problems, but it may mean that your child will be slightly less mobile and may get tired quicker than other children. Before the Ponseti method was widely adopted, club foot was often treated with surgery to alter the position of the foot. This wasn't always effective and lead to long-term pain and stiffness for some adults. Information about your child If your child has club foot, your clinical team will pass information about him or her on to the National Congenital Anomaly and Rare Diseases Registration Service (NCARDRS). This helps scientists look for better ways to prevent and treat this condition. You can opt out of the register at any time.


World Championships in which sport took place at Frimley Green recently?

BDO World Championship: Alan Norris knocked out by Darryl Fitton - BBC Sport BBC Sport BDO World Championship: Alan Norris knocked out by Darryl Fitton By Phil Cartwright BBC Sport at Lakeside Country Club 7 Jan 2015 Read more about sharing. Darryl Fitton beat number two seed Alan Norris in a deciding set tie-break to reach the quarter-finals of the BDO World Championships. The first six sets between Fitton and 2014 runner-up Norris went with the darts, the latter being pegged back on three occasions after edging ahead. Norris missed three match darts, two of them in the last leg of the sixth set and another in the seventh. Fitton missed four match darts before landing double eight for victory. Needing to win the final set by two clear legs, the Stockport-born 52-year-old took it 4-2 to reach the quarter-finals for the sixth time in 13 appearances at Frimley Green. He told BBC Sport: "Alan was awesome when he got to the final last year. "But I know I've got the game in me and it means so much to me because I'm still in the tournament. "I hit the doubles at the important times." Swedish qualifier Peter Sajwani, who defeated top seed James Wilson in round one, was beaten 4-0 by a ruthless Robbie Green. Sajwani hit a 139 checkout during the first set but it was only enough for one of just three legs that he won against the 16th seed from Wallasey. Number four seed Scott Mitchell and three-time world champion Martin Adams are in second-round action on Wednesday evening. Dutch third seed Aileen de Graaf's 2-0 win over England's Paula Jacklin concluded the first round of the women's draw. All four women's quarter-final matches take place on Thursday. Share this page


We call it grilling – what do Americans call it?

A Glossary Of Cooking And Barbecue Words Acidic. See sour . Ahrs. The increments of time used to measure how long a cook takes. Spare ribs take up to 6 ahrs, pulled pork can take up to 14 ahrs, etc. Al dente. Contrary to what you might think, Al Dente is not a hall of fame third baseman. It is an Italian phrase that means roughly "to the tooth" but what it really means is that the food in question is not cooked until soft. Usually used to refer to pasta that has still a little resistance, but it can also be applied to greens like broccoli or string beans, or even baked potatoes. Many people prefer al dente foods, many do not. Count me among the former. Amazing ribs. Just what are Amazing Ribs? Here's the complete answer . American chili powder. Created as a seasoning for chili con carne, the classic cowboy stew, American chili powder is a blend of ground chili peppers, spices and herbs usually ancho chiles, hot chiles, oregano, garlic, black pepper, and American paprika . In many other countries chili powder is a blend of hot chiles. Click here for my recipe for Signature American Chili Powder . Armadillo eggs. A popular BBQ dish for jalaneno peppers stuffed with cream cheese enrobed in a thick layer of sausage and smoked so they come out looking like large brown eggs. Arni kleftiko. In Greece, on special occasions, pitmasters will burn wood in a clay oven like a pizza oven, butcher and dress a lamb or goat, put it in the oven, seal it with clay, and let the meat cook for hours. Called "bandit's lamb" because legend holds the method was invented by thieves who lived in the mountains and they cooked the animals in small caves. The lamb was seasoned with lemon, garlic, salt, onion, oregano, olive oil, vegetables, and other spices, and then wrap it in leaves or cloth. Asado. The traditional method of grilling in Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, and other Latin American countries. Aspic. Chilled gelatin from melted collagen. Au jus. Jus means juice or gravy made from the natural drippings of the meat. Au jus means served with juice. B Baking. Cooking with dry heat in an enclosed vessel such as an oven or in a large lidded pot. When you bake you surround the food with even heat on all sides so it cooks evenly on all sides although, if it is in a pan, the pan will prevent even cooking. See also, roasting . Baking powder.is also used to increase the volume and lighten the texture of baked goods. When wet, it makes carbon dioxide gas quickly, much quicker than yeast, so breads made with baking powder are called quick breads. Double acting baking powder. gives another burst of carbon dioxide upon heating. Baking soda. is the popular name for crystalline sodium bicarbonate. When it reacts with acid, such as the sour cream in this recipe, it releases carbon dioxide and helps batter rise. Banking the coals. To push the coals off to one side. Barbacoa or barbecoa. (1) The original name Caribbean Indians gave to a wooden rack on which they stored things and cooked meats. (2) Mexicans often wrap a cow's head in avacado or other leaves and put it in a dirt pit lined with hot rocks. It is then covered so the meat can slowly roast and simmer and braise in its juices. The cheeks are highly prized. Nowadays it can also be goat, beef, pork, or lamb, wrapped in aluminum foil and buried or cooked in an oven. This is also an early method of cooking, but it bears little resemblance to what we call barbecue other than it is done outdoors. Barbecue (also: Barbeque, BBQ, Bar-B-Q, Bar-B-Que, Bar-B-Cue, 'Cue, 'Que, Barbie, Q). There are at least nine spellings and a dozen or so definitions. It is both a noun, verb, and adjective, but at its core is flavor from smoke. I had to devote a whole page to the Definition of Barbecue. Barbecue sauce.American barbecue sauces range from bright yellow with mustard, to bright red from ketchup. Some are very tart and vinegary, some are sweet, some are very hot and spicy, and some are aromatic and savory with green herbs. Most are tomato or ketchup based. The best sauces compliment the meat flavor and don't bur


Raclette is a mild cheese – what is its country of origin?

Swiss Cheese - Kitchen Dictionary - Food.com Nutrition Swiss cheese the generic name for several varieties of cheese originally made in Switzerland. In the United States "swiss cheese" is an imitation of the Swiss Emmental or Emmentaler. Swiss cheese is a mild cheese made from cow's milk and has a firmer texture than baby Swiss. The flavor is mild, sweet and nut-like. Swiss cheese is known for being shiny, pale yellow, and having large holes (called eyes) resulting from carbon dioxide released during the maturation process. Cheesemakers can control the size of the holes by changing the acidity, temperature, and curing time. Commonly known as "Swiss" cheese, Emmental originally came from the Emme River Valley near Bern. Emmental is one of the largest cheeses in the world, requiring 262 gallons of cow's milk for one 200-pound wheel of cheese. It is deep yellow in color and has holes the size of cherries, sometimes up to golf ball size. The scent of Emmental suggests meadows, raisins and wood fires. The flavor is strong and fruity with a mature woody finish. French Emmental has a slightly stronger taste that the Swiss variety. Emmental stands well on its own as a snacking cheese. It is fantastic in salads with mushrooms, cornichons, bell peppers and shallots. A Reuben would not be a Reuben without a slice of melting Emmental. Try a slice with apples or pears, rye, pumpernickel or sourdough breads, coarse mustard's, corned beef and sauerkraut. Fruity red wines such as Beaujolais, Merlot, Syrah or Shiraz are all good choices. Baby Swiss~ pale yellow in color, it has a soft, silky texture with small holes, or eyes and is made from whole cow's milk. The flavor is mild, buttery, creamy and slightly sweet. It makes an excellent melting cheese for egg dishes such as omelets, frittatas and quiches. It complements ham, rye and mustard, as well as apples, pears, grapes cashews and corned beef. White wines such as Chardonnay or Viognier, or a red such as Pinot Noir are good choices. Swiss-Type Cheeses~ Blarney~ Blarney Irish Castle Cheese is a natural, semi-soft part-skim cheese rather like a young Gouda. Available in red wax, it is aged for a minimum of 90 days. Smoked Blarney Irish Castle Cheese is a non-waxed variation naturally smoked over oak fires. Comte~ Actually a member of the Gruyere family, the actual name is Gruyere de Comte. A round cheese with round marble sized holes, it has a tough and darkly colored rind enclosing a yellowish interior. Aged longer than Swiss Gruyere, Comte is a creamy, piquant cheese with a sweet, fruity flavor. Jarlsberg~ is a cheese from Norway that is often subsituted for Emmental. It is made from full-cream cow's milk and is buttery rich, milk and slightly sweet. Raclette~ a cow's milk cheese that is fantastic heated under a hot grill. The heat intensifies the full, nutty and slightly fruity aroma of Raclette. When grilled, the rind becomes crunchy and has a wonderfully savory flavor. Tete de Moine~ Made from rich summer milk, the interior is firm and creamy to straw yellow, darkening as it ages. The flavor is sweet and tangy with hints of musty wood and nuts. It is the strongest of the Swiss Cheeses. A French counterpart is Girollin. Contributed by DiB's available year-round Matches well with: apples, pears, grapes, proscuitto ham, salami, fruity white wine, red wine, cran-raspberry juice, tomato juice, merlot, mustards, walnuts, potato dishes, eggs, cured meats. Breads: Rye, French, Sourdough and rustic crackers. Advertisement


Which radioactive isotope is used to date archaeological samples?

Radioactive Dating | Time Team America | PBS The Radioactive Clock Radiocarbon Dating One of the most common methods for dating archaeological sites is by Carbon-14 (C-14/14C). The method was developed by physicist Willard Libby at the University of Chicago who received the Nobel Prize for the discovery in 1950. The radioactive isotope 14C is created in the atmosphere by cosmic radiation and is taken up by plants and animals as long as they live. Upon death, the isotope begins to decay and after 5730±40 years half of it is gone. The C-14 method cannot be used on material more than about 50,000 years old because of this short half-life. Other isotopes are used by geologists to date older material.  Each radiocarbon date has a statistical probability shown by the ± number. This number is called a standard deviation and is a measure of the spread of measurements around the mean (average). One standard deviation has a 68% probability and two standard deviations have a 95% probability. Radiocarbon dating has had an enormous impact on archaeology around the world since it made it possible to date carbon and wood could be directly without dependence on characteristic artifacts or written historical records. But as more dates became available, Egyptologists, who had hieroglyphic records back thousands of years, began to recognize that C-14 dates were generally too young. They proved this by showing that C-14 dates of wooden artifacts with cartouches (dated royal names) did not agree. The explanation was that the physicists had assumed that the amount of C-14 in the atmosphere had been constant, when in fact it had varied over time. The solution came using dendrochronology (tree ring dating). Since tree rings provide an annual calendar, and some trees live for thousands of years, by C-14 dating the rings themselves one could correct the radiocarbon dates and calibrate the differences. The Bristlecone pine trees in the Sierra Nevada mountains made this possible and today there are international tree ring databases and agreed-upon calibration curves. Another problem derives from the “reservoir effect” in which old material, limestone or graphite, has contaminated the samples. This is particularly true of marine samples and contemporary shells may seem to be hundreds of years old. When this method was first developed, a fairly large amount of carbon was necessary for dating but use of the AMS (accelerator mass spectrometer) today necessitates only a few milligrams for analysis.  Every radiocarbon date is written as B.P. (before present). It has been agreed that B.P. should refer to the year the method was recognized, 1950. If the date has been calibrated it should be written as cal. B.P. Radiocarbon dating is still one of the most widely used archaeological methods around the world.


RIBOFLAVIN: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions and Warnings - WebMD View clinical references for this vitamin or supplement References: Turkki, P. R., Ingerman, L., Schroeder, L. A., Chung, R. S., Chen, M., Russo-McGraw, M. A., and Dearlove, J. Riboflavin intakes and status of morbidly obese females during the first postoperative year following gastroplasty. J Am Coll Nutr 1990;9(6):588-599. View abstract. van der Beek, E. J., van, Dokkum W., Schrijver, J., Wedel, M., Gaillard, A. W., Wesstra, A., van de Weerd, H., and Hermus, R. J. Thiamin, riboflavin, and vitamins B-6 and C: impact of combined restricted intake on functional performance in man. Am J Clin Nutr 1988;48(6):1451-1462. View abstract. van der Beek, E. J., van, Dokkum W., Wedel, M., Schrijver, J., and Van den Berg, H. Thiamin, riboflavin and vitamin B6: impact of restricted intake on physical performance in man. J Am Coll Nutr 1994;13(6):629-640. View abstract. Varma, S. D., Chand, D., Sharma, Y. R., Kuck, J. F., Jr., and Richards, R. D. Oxidative stress on lens and cataract formation: role of light and oxygen. Curr Eye Res 1984;3(1):35-57. View abstract. Wadhwa, A., Sabharwal, M., and Sharma, S. Nutritional status of the elderly. Indian J Med Res 1997;106:340-348. View abstract. Wahrendorf, J., Munoz, N., Lu, J. B., Thurnham, D. I., Crespi, M., and Bosch, F. X. Blood, retinol and zinc riboflavin status in relation to precancerous lesions of the esophagus: findings from a vitamin intervention trial in the People's Republic of China. Cancer Res 4-15-1988;48(8):2280-2283. View abstract. Wang, Z. Y. [Chemoprevention in the high incidence area of lung cancer]. Zhonghua Zhong.Liu Za Zhi 1989;11(3):207-210. View abstract. Weber, F., Glatzle, D., and Wiss, O. The assessment of riboflavin status. Proc.Nutr Soc 1973;32(3):237-241. View abstract. Williams, P. G. Vitamin retention in cook/chill and cook/hot-hold hospital food-services. J Am Diet.Assoc. 1996;96(5):490-498. View abstract. Wittig-Silva, C., Whiting, M., Lamoureux, E., Lindsay, R. G., Sullivan, L. J., and Snibson, G. R. A randomized controlled trial of corneal collagen cross-linking in progressive keratoconus: preliminary results. J Refract.Surg. 2008;24(7):S720-S725. View abstract. Wollensak, G. Crosslinking treatment of progressive keratoconus: new hope. Curr Opin Ophthalmol. 2006;17(4):356-360. View abstract. Wollensak, G., Spoerl, E., and Seiler, T. Riboflavin/ultraviolet-a-induced collagen crosslinking for the treatment of keratoconus. Am J Ophthalmol. 2003;135(5):620-627. View abstract. Wollensak, G., Sporl, E., and Seiler, T. [Treatment of keratoconus by collagen cross linking]. Ophthalmologe 2003;100(1):44-49. View abstract. Woolhouse, M. Migraine and tension headache--a complementary and alternative medicine approach. Aust Fam.Physician 2005;34(8):647-651. View abstract. Wynn, M. and Wynn, A. Can improved diet contribute to the prevention of cataract? Nutr Health 1996;11(2):87-104. View abstract. Yoon, H. R., Hahn, S. H., Ahn, Y. M., Jang, S. H., Shin, Y. J., Lee, E. H., Ryu, K. H., Eun, B. L., Rinaldo, P., and Yamaguchi, S. Therapeutic trial in the first three Asian cases of ethylmalonic encephalopathy: response to riboflavin. J Inherit.Metab Dis 2001;24(8):870-873. View abstract. Zaridze, D. G., Kuvshinov, J. P., Matiakin, E., Polakov, B. I., Boyle, P., and Blettner, M. Chemoprevention of oral and esophageal cancer in Uzbekistan, Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. Natl.Cancer Inst.Monogr 1985;69:259-262. View abstract. Zaridze, D., Evstifeeva, T., and Boyle, P. Chemoprevention of oral leukoplakia and chronic esophagitis in an area of high incidence of oral and esophageal cancer. Ann.Epidemiol 1993;3(3):225-234. View abstract. Zempleni, J., Galloway, J. R., and McCormick, D. B. Pharmacokinetics of orally and intravenously administered riboflavin in healthy humans. Am J Clin Nutr 1996;63(1):54-66. View abstract. Zempleni, J., Galloway, J. R., and McCormick, D. B. The identification and kinetics of 7 alpha-hydroxyriboflavin (7-hydroxymethylriboflavin) in blood plasma from humans following oral admin


What do we call a quadrilateral with just two sides parallel?

What is a quadrilateral with exactly two parallel sides called? - Quora Quora A quadrilateral with exactly two parallel sides is called Trapezium(or a trapezoid) . The parallel sides are called the bases of the trapezium and the other two sides are called the legs or the lateral sides. Area of Trapezium =1/2 (sum of lengths of two bases )*Altitude  Any three sides of a Trapezium taken together, are greater than the third side.                                                                                If you want to know more properties of trapezium then you may visit http://archimedes.mpiwg-berlin.m... Updated Jan 16, 2016 Definitions for trapezoid and trapezium have caused controversy for more than two thousand years.  (A quote from http://mathworld.wolfram.com/Tra... ). A trapezoid.  It has 4 sides with 2 of them being parallel.  What to do with zoids after being trapped is another question one might ask.  Here's a link to a site explaining the different quadrilaterals. Written Dec 29 Um, I’m not sure if you noticed, but tradition flew out the window quite some time ago. When it comes to “confronting Trump”, Trump broke tradition by trying to act as if he were already the president…and also by taking the word of the Kremlin over the word of all seventeen military and civilian intelligence agencies. Reagan has GOT to be rolling over in his grave. Written Dec 24 I was about 16 or 17 years old and had just started a new job as a waitress. It was my first week and I was very nervous. This guy came in with his wife and teenage son and sat in my section. The table had just been cleared and there wasn't any silverware on the table. I went to greet them and he cut me off and said “Where is our silverware?? How do you expect us to eat with no silverware?!” I ... Written Sep 19 I’ve had a lot of dark moments, but I think the Molotov cocktail thrown at my bus in Israel was the darkest I ever got that I can discuss publicly. I lay on my bed and said “Fine, let me just die already.” I was in a level of depression that was so deep, I just couldn’t handle it. I couldn’t handle that a fellow human being saw a civilian bus and decided to attempt to kill the people on it. We we...


Who was the Roman equivalent of the Greek Goddess Artemis?

Artemis | Greek Mythology Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Weapons Silver Bow and Arrows Artemis (Ancient Greek: Ἄρτεμις) was one of the most widely venerated of the Ancient Greek deities. Her Roman equivalent is Diana. Some scholars believe that the name, and indeed the goddess herself, was originally pre-Greek. Homer refers to her as Artemis Agrotera, Potnia Theron: "Artemis of the wildland, Mistress of Animals". The Arcadians believed she was the daughter of Demeter . In the classical period of Greek mythology, Artemis was often described as the daughter of Zeus and Leto , and the twin sister of Apollo . She was the Hellenic goddess of the hunt, wild animals, wilderness, childbirth, virginity and protector of young girls, bringing and relieving disease in women; she often depicted as a huntress carrying a Bow & Arrows . The deer, wolves , and the cypress were sacred to her. In later Hellenistic times she also assumed the ancient role of Eileithyia in aiding childbirth. Ancient Greek writers linked Artemis (Doric Artamis) by way of folk etymology to artemes (ἀρτεμής) "safe" or artamos (ἄρταμος) "butcher". However, the name Artemis (variants Arktemis, Arktemisa) is most likely related to Greek árktos "bear" (from PIE *h₂ŕ̥tḱos), supported by the bear cult that the goddess had in Attica (Brauronia) and the Neolithic remains at the Arkoudiotissa Cave, as well as the story about Callisto, which was originally about Artemis (Arcadian epithet kallisto). This cult was a survival of very old totemic and shamanistic rituals and formed part of a larger bear cult found further afield in other Indo-European cultures (e.g., Gaulish Artio). It is believed that a precursor of Artemis was worshiped in Minoan Crete as the goddess of mountains and hunting, Britomartis. While connection with Anatolian names has been suggested, the earliest attested forms of the name Artemis are the Mycenaean Greek a-te-mi-to and a-ti-mi-te, written in Linear B at Pylos. Artemis was venerated in Lydia as Artimus. Contents [ show ] Birth Various conflicting accounts are given in Classical Greek mythology of the birth of Artemis and her twin brother, Apollo. All accounts agree, however, that she was the daughter of Zeus and Leto and that she was the twin sister of Apollo . An account by Callimachus has it that Hera forbade Leto to give birth on either terra firma (the mainland) or on an island. Hera was angry with Zeus , her husband, because he had impregnated Leto. But the island of Delos (or Ortygia in the Homeric Hymn to Artemis) disobeyed Hera, and Leto gave birth there. Once, Artemis was tricked into having a child. Artemis had offended Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite. She told Athena and Hera that they were not true virgin goddess. After all, Athena had children, and Hera was the goddess of marriage. She then told Aphrodite that love was worthless, since you would most likely have a broken heart in the end. She showed the example of Orpheus and Eurydice. They still had broken hearts. Of course, these goddess did not take offense easily. They plotted to get revenge. With the help of Dionysus, they made every young man look like a golden stag. But really, they were the men of Athens. Soon she was in childbirth, which was very painful. Hera (who was also the goddess of childbirth), made sure that the birth would not come easily for Artemis. People are not sure who her daughter was. Some say it is Haley's comet. Others say that she is the shadows of night. Most most people believe that it was moon that was her daughter, always shining down upon us. In ancient Cretan history Leto was worshiped at Phaistos and in Cretan mythology Leto gave birth to Apollo and Artemis at the islands known today as the Paximadia. A scholium of Servius on Aeneid iii. 72 accounts for the island's archaic name Ortygia by asserting that Zeus transformed Leto into a quail (ortux) in order to prevent Hera from finding out his infidelity, and Kenneth McLeish suggested further that in quail form Leto would have given birth with as few birth-pains as a mother quail suffers when it lays an e


On the Beaufort Scale which number is registered as Fresh Breeze?

Beaufort Wind Scale Beaufort Wind Scale Devised by British Rear-Admiral, Sir Francis Beaufort in 1805 based on observations of the effects of the wind Beaufort Effects observed on the sea Effects observed on land Sea is like a mirror 1 Ripples with appearance of scales; no foam crests 2 Small wavelets; crests of glassy appearance, not breaking 3 Large wavelets; crests begin to break; scattered whitecaps 4 Small waves, becoming longer; numerous whitecaps 5 Moderate waves, taking longer form; many whitecaps; some spray 6 Larger waves forming; whitecaps everywhere; more spray 7 Sea heaps up; white foam from breaking waves begins to be blown in streaks 8 18-25 Gale Moderately high waves of greater length; edges of crests begin to break into spindrift; foam is blown in well-marked streaks 9 23-32 Strong gale High waves; sea begins to roll; dense streaks of foam; spray may begin to reduce visibility 10 29-41 Storm Very high waves with overhanging crests; sea takes white appearance as foam is blown in very dense streaks; rolling is heavy and visibility is reduced 11 Exceptionally high waves; sea covered with white foam patches; visibility further reduced 12 Air filled with foam; sea completely white with driving spray; visibility greatly reduced * World Meteorological Organization Fujita Scale of Tornado Intensity STORMFAX and the STORMFAX logos are registered trademarks in the United States and Canada Please read our Legal Notice and our Privacy Statement. ©1996-2017 STORMFAX


Who painted The Anatomy Lesson of Doctor Tulp?

The Anatomy lesson of Dr Nicolaes Tulp – Rembrandthuis The Anatomy lesson of Dr Nicolaes Tulp The Anatomy lesson of Dr Nicolaes Tulp Rembrandt painted this group portrait of seven surgeons and the physician Nicolaes Tulp in 1632. The painting is one of a series of group portraits that were made for the board room of the Guild of Surgeons, the earliest of which dates from 1603. An anatomy piece of this kind has a central motif, an anatomy lesson, and a protagonist, the praelector or reader. This painting was occasioned by the anatomy lesson that Tulp gave in January 1632. Twice a week a leading physician gave the Amsterdam surgeons a theory lesson. One element of this extra training was attendance at practical demonstrations in the anatomy theatre in order to gain a greater understanding of human anatomy. There was one public autopsy each year, conducted in the winter because the stench of the body would have been unbearable at any other time. The dissection was carried out under the supervision of the praelector. He did not necessarily do this every year, but Tulp, who had become reader of the Guild of Surgeons three years earlier, performed his first autopsy in 1631 and his second in 1632. It was of this occasion that Rembrandt made his famous painting. The artistic achievement of the young painter is astounding, particularly since he had painted relatively few portraits up to this time. It looks as though Rembrandt captured the men at a specific instant in time, but in fact the painting is a careful and very well thought out composition. The viewer’s attention is focused on Tulp, who demonstrates how the muscles of the arm are attached. The corpse’s arm has been laid open for the purpose. The body used for these public autopsies was usually that of a criminal, in this case Adriaen het Kint. The names of the men portrayed in the picture are listed on the piece of paper held by the man at the back. Rembrandt, The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp, signed and dated ‘Rembrandt ft. 1632’. Canvas, 169,5 x 216,5 cm, The Hague, Mauritshuis Today 13-22 January: free workshops in The Rembrandt House Museum While we are anticipating our new exhibition Glenn Brown – Rembrandt: After Life, that will open on January 27th, there will be workshops held on… Read more » Etching demonstration Every day from 10:15 am to 1:15 pm, and from 1:45 pm to 4:45 pm. The demonstrations are free of charge and take place in Rembrandt’s former graphic… Read more » Paint preparation demonstration   Every day from 10:15 am to 17:10 pm. These demonstrations are free of charge for visitors to the museum. In the master’s reconstructed studio, our demonstrators will show… Read more » Rembrandt’s First Paintings: The Four Senses Rembrandt’s earliest known paintings, The Four Senses, a set of four small panels representing sight, hearing, smell and touch, can be seen in the Rembrandt… Read more »


On the Beaufort Scale which number is registered as High Wind?

Beaufort Wind Scale Beaufort Wind Scale Developed in 1805 by Sir Francis Beaufort, U.K. Royal Navy Force Sea surface smooth and mirror-like Calm, smoke rises vertically Scaly ripples, no foam crests Smoke drift indicates wind direction, still wind vanes 2 Small wavelets, crests glassy, no breaking Wind felt on face, leaves rustle, vanes begin to move 3 Large wavelets, crests begin to break, scattered whitecaps Leaves and small twigs constantly moving, light flags extended 4 Small waves 1-4 ft. becoming longer, numerous whitecaps Dust, leaves, and loose paper lifted, small tree branches move 5 Moderate waves 4-8 ft taking longer form, many whitecaps, some spray Small trees in leaf begin to sway 6 Larger waves 8-13 ft, whitecaps common, more spray Larger tree branches moving, whistling in wires 7 Sea heaps up, waves 13-19 ft, white foam streaks off breakers Whole trees moving, resistance felt walking against wind 8 34-40 Gale Moderately high (18-25 ft) waves of greater length, edges of crests begin to break into spindrift, foam blown in streaks Twigs breaking off trees, generally impedes progress 9 41-47 Strong Gale High waves (23-32 ft), sea begins to roll, dense streaks of foam, spray may reduce visibility Slight structural damage occurs, slate blows off roofs 10 48-55 Storm Very high waves (29-41 ft) with overhanging crests, sea white with densely blown foam, heavy rolling, lowered visibility Seldom experienced on land, trees broken or uprooted, "considerable structural damage" 11