Which body of water separates Borneo from the Malay Peninsula?

Exam 3- Southeast Asia - Geography 101 with Connor at University of Tennessee - Knoxville - StudyBlue Good to have you back! If you've signed in to StudyBlue with Facebook in the past, please do that again. Exam 3- Southeast Asia What are the two geographic sub-regions of Southeast Asia? Mainland and Maritime In 1962, General Ne Win led a coup d'etat against the elected government of Burma (Myanmar) and established a _____. military junta Who was the elected leader of the National League for Democracy? Aung San Suu Kyi What happened to Aung San Suu Kyi? Placed under house arrest In 2008, what was the name of the worst natural disaster in the history of the country which created a massive humanitarian crisis? Tropical Cyclone Nargis What is Laos's capital and largest city? Vientiane What is the longest and most important river in Southeast Asia? Makong River Which European nation-state controlled Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia until 1954? France Who was the Communist leader in North Vietnam? Ho Chi Minh What is the capital city of Vietnam? Hanoi What is the largest city in Vietnam? Ho Chi Minh City What is Cambodia's capital and largest city? Phnom Penh ***What is the name of the large Hindu/Buddhist temple complex IN CAMBODIA (symbol on their flag)?  Angkor Wat * Who was the communist leader of the Khmer rouge which ruled Cambodia from 1975-79? Pol Pot What was the name given to the Genocide committed by Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge? The Killing Fields When did the Khmer Rouge Tribunal officially begin? 2006 Thailand was the only Southeastern Asian nation to not be colonized by the Europeans - what was its historic name? Siam What is Thailand's capital and largest city? Bangkok What is the name of the Buddhist temple attached to the Thai Royal Palace located in Bangkok? Wat Po In Thailand (and the rest of SE Asia), what is the most common type of market where most people go to buy and sell their goods? Floating markets What natural disaster destroyed the Thai resort community of Phuket as well as many other areas in SE Asia on December 26, 2004 (6th deadliest natural disaster in recorded human history)? Tsunami Two distinct landmasses that Malaysia is divided into by the South China Sea? 1. Peninsular Malaysia (Western) What is the capital and largest city in Malaysia? Kuala Lumpur What are the landmark 'twin' towers called, located in Kuala Lumpur?  Petronas Towers What is Singapore's capital and largest city? Singapore What is the name of the body of water that separates Indonesia from the Malay Peninsula? Strait of Malacca Indonesia is the ____ largest nation-state in the world based on population (after China, India, & USA) (238 million). 4th ***Indonesia has the largest _ population in the world?  Muslim  What are the 3 most important of these islands? Sumatra


In the human body, what is affected by the disease Phlebitis?

Thrombophlebitis | definition of thrombophlebitis by Medical dictionary Thrombophlebitis | definition of thrombophlebitis by Medical dictionary http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/thrombophlebitis Related to thrombophlebitis: superficial thrombophlebitis Thrombophlebitis   Definition Thrombophlebitis is the inflammation of a vein with blood clot formation inside the vein at the site of the inflammation. Thrombophlebitis also is known as phlebitis, phlebothrombosis, and venous thrombosis. Description There are two parts to thrombophlebitis, inflammation of a vein and blood clot formation. If the inflammation is minor, the disease usually is called venous thrombosis or phlebothrombosis. Thrombophlebitis can occur in both deep veins and superficial veins, but most often occurs in the superficial veins of the extremities (legs and arms). Most cases occur in the legs. When thrombophlebitis occurs in a superficial vein, one that is near the surface of the skin and is visible to the eye, the disease is called superficial thrombophlebitis. Any form of injury to a blood vessel can result in thrombophlebitis. In the case of superficial thrombophlebitis, the blood clot usually attaches firmly to the wall of the affected blood vein. Since superficial blood veins do not have muscles that massage the veins, blood clots in superficial veins tend to remain where they form and seldom break loose. When thrombophlebitis occurs in a deep vein, a vein that runs deep within muscle tissue, it is called deep venous thrombosis. Deep venous thrombosis presents the threat of producing blood clots that will break loose to form emboli. These can lodge in other tissues where they can block the blood supply, typically in the lungs. This results in tissue damage and can sometimes be serious or fatal, for example; pulmonary embolism . Causes and symptoms The main symptoms are tenderness and pain in the area of the affected vein. Redness and/or swelling also may be seen. In the case of deep venous thrombosis, there is more swelling than is caused by superficial thrombophlebitis, and the patient may experience muscle stiffness in the affected area. There are many causes of thrombophlebitis. The main causes can be grouped into three categories; injury to blood veins, increased blood clotting, and blood stasis. When blood veins are damaged, collagen in the blood vein wall is exposed. Platelets respond to collagen by initiating the clotting process. Damage to a vein can occur as a consequence of indwelling catheters, trauma, infection, Buerger's disease, or the injection of irritating substances. Increased tendency of the blood to clot can be caused by malignant tumors, genetic disorders, and oral contraceptives , though newer generation birth control pills carry a lower risk for many women. Stasis, in which the blood clots due to decreased blood flow in an area, can happen following surgery, as a consequence of varicose veins , as a complication of postpartum states, and following prolonged bed rest. In the case of prolonged bed rest, blood clots form because of inactivity, which allows blood to move sluggishly and stagnate (collect) in blood veins. This can lead to blood clots. These clots (also called emboli) sometimes are released when the patient stands up and resumes activity. This can present a problem if the emboli lodge in vital organs. In the case of postpartum patients, a fever developing four to 10 days after delivery may indicate thrombophlebitis. A 2004 study revealed that postmenopausal women taking hormone therapy combining estrogen and progestin had more than a twofold higher risk of venous thrombosis than non-hormone users. Diagnosis In superficial thrombophlebitis, the location of the clot sometimes can be seen by the unaided eye. Blood clots are hard and can usually be detected by a physician using palpation (touching or massage). Deep venous thrombosis requires specialized diagnostic procedures to detect the blood clot. Among the exams a physician may use are ultrasound and x ray, coupled with dye injection (venogram). Treatm


Which British engineer designed the Forth Bridge and the original Aswan Dam?

The Engineers of the Forth Bridge | Forth Bridges The engineers The Bridge Builders Three men stand out in the creation of the Forth Bridge: Designer Benjamin Baker, Consulting Engineer John Fowler and Building Contractor William Arrol. The Designer Benjamin Baker (1840-1907) began his career at 16 as an apprentice in the South Wales Ironworks. He moved to London, where he was involved in the construction of Victoria Station, and joined the firm of John Fowler in 1862, becoming a partner in 1875. The two men were greatly involved in the creation of London’s underground railway system, which had been begun by Fowler in the early 1860s. Baker’s other achievements included designing the vessel to carry Cleopatra’s Needle from Egypt to Britain, and acting as consulting engineer on the Aswan Dam from 1894 to 1902. Benjamin Baker was knighted in 1890 for his work on the Forth Bridge. The Consulting Engineer John Fowler (1817-1998) was one of the great civil engineers of the Victorian railway boom. He designed a number of bridges – including the Grosvenor Bridge, which carried the first railway across the Thames – and designed Victoria Station in London and stations in Glasgow, Sheffield, Liverpool and Manchester. Manchester Central Station’s 64m-wide train shed roof was the second widest unsupported steel arch in the country, after the roof of St Pancras Station. Some of his most memorable work, though, was as a pioneering engineer on the various lines which became the London Underground. He was also involved in engineering and railway work abroad, with projects in Algeria, Egypt, Australia, Belgium, the United States, Germany, France and Portugal. In 1865 he became the youngest ever president of the Institution of Civil Engineers and was active in leading the development of training for engineers. By the time he came to his work on the Forth Bridge he had passed much of the design work on to Benjamin Baker, but he remained the senior partner throughout the construction and was made a baronet on completion of the bridge in 1890. The Contractor William Arrol (1839-1913) was the classic Victorian ideal of the self-made man, rising from humble origins to fame and a knighthood through hard work and ingenuity. Beginning work in a cotton mill at the tender age of nine, he became a blacksmith’s apprentice at 14. He joined a Glasgow firm of builders and bridge makers in 1863 and just five years later was able to launch his own business on his life savings of £85. He established his Dalmarnock Works in 1872 and within three years built his first major bridge, taking the North British Railway across the Clyde at Bothwell. He won the contract to build Bouch’s planned suspension bridge across the Forth and, when that was halted, he won the contract for the successful Baker and Fowler design. In a work schedule which didn’t ease with success, he was also the contractor for the new Tay Rail Bridge, and a typical week would see him spend Monday morning at his works at Dalmarnock before going for two days to the Forth, two days to the Tay and one back at Dalmarnock – before getting on the train to London to consult with Fowler and Baker on the Saturday and sometimes the Sunday too. By the time he was knighted for his work in 1890, he had already started work on London’s Tower Bridge (opened 1894) and future contracts would include the Wear Bridge at Sunderland and the Nile Bridge at Cairo.


The name of which popular Italian dish is derived from the Latin for 'cooking pot'?

What is the History of Chamber Pot? What is the History of Chamber Pot? historyofyork.org.uk Main Image:  A chamber pot is a portable container used as a toilet in the bedroom. The chamber pot was generally made of metal or ceramic and placed in a piece of furniture such as a bench or stool with a lid for covering the chamber pot. The chamber maids were entrusted with the work of emptying and cleaning the chamber pots. Today the sick and disabled persons no longer use the chamber pots as they have largely being replaced by the commodes. Content   What are the alternative names of the Chamber Pot? The word jerry is used informally in British English to refer to a chamber pot. The chamber pot is also known as a po, a Jordan or a gazunder, a potty or a piss pot. The Greek equivalent of the chamber pot is “lasana” or “lasanon”, perhaps the name of the popular Italian dish, Lasagne may have originated. The word chamber pot may have been derived from the French “pot de chambre”. The chamber pot is in the shape of a bowl and has a lid and handle. It is usually kept under the bed or a bedside cabinet.   What is the History of the Chamber Pot? A specially designed chamber pot called the Bourdaloue was specifically meant for females. The shape of the container was oblong, oval or rectangular with the front part slightly raised and higher. The shape made it convenient to be used by the women while squatting or standing, hidden under the large skirts of the ladies who used them. The name “Bourdaloue” is attributed to the name of the French priest, Louis Bourdaloue (1632-1704). The catholic priest was known to deliver long sermons which made the Ladies bring in their maids carrying such chamber pots under their dresses so that they could use them discreetly without leaving the place. But in the 19th century, with the advent of the water closets, the use of chamber pots reduced drastically.   How is the Chamber Pot used for Children? In the western countries chamber pots are used in the form of “potty” to train children. The “potties” are usually made of plastic and designed for the safe use of children with a backrest and non-slip bottom. They general come with a handle for easy grip while emptying and cleaning it. The potties are usually available in bright colors and attractive designs. The potties are useful during toilet training and help the children to gradually start using the normal commodes. The size of the potty is quite handy and makes it convenient to pack and carry it out during trips with children.   Is the Chamber Pot still used in Modern Times? Nowadays commodes have replaced the chamber pots and are equally helpful for the sick and disabled persons. However, chamber pots are used in countries such as rural Korea and China, which lack indoor plumbing facilities and to escape the cold winds during winter. The chamber pot is used in the form of a bedpan in hospitals and homes for very ill patients. The most popular form of the chamber pot is the potties used for children during toilet training.  External References


On which Greek island was the novel 'Captain Corelli's Mandolin' set?

Captain Corelli's Mandolin (Literature) - TV Tropes Captain Corelli's Mandolin You need to login to do this. Get Known if you don't have an account Share YMMV Captain Corelli's Mandolin is a novel by Louis de Berniï¿½res , set on the Greek island of Cephalonia. The occupation of the island by Italian troops during World War II forms a major part of the plot; the title character, Antonio Corelli, is an officer in the occupying forces. Adapted into a 2001 film starring Nicolas Cage , Penï¿½lope Cruz , John Hurt and Christian Bale . This novel provides examples of: Badass Grandpa : Velisarios. At his last appearance, he's 87 years old and still has strength men a quarter of his age could only dream of. Bittersweet Ending : Pelagia believes Corelli died in the massacre. Corelli returns to the island after the war, intending to tell her the truth, but gains a mistaken impression that she has moved on and decides to leave her be. They do not meet again until they are both very old. Bulletproof Human Shield : Inverted, when a soldier deliberately holds one of his comrades behind him while they're under heavy fire. Played realistically, as the bullets do pass through Carlo and hit Corelli, but are slowed down enough that he's injured instead of killed. Bury Your Gays : Subverted; the gay character Carlo survives a horrific campaign in Albania while the heterosexual man whom Carlo secretly loves dies in his arms. Carlo does die late in the book, but it's hard to feel he's been singled out because the occasion is a massacre in which every single one of the other Italian soldiers except Corelli also dies.


Which fruit is affected by the benevolent fungus known as 'Noble Rot'?

Noble Rot - Dogfish Head Alehouse Dogfish Head Alehouse Noble Rot Hmmm. We wonder if anyone will buy a beer with the word “rot” in the name? This saison-esque science project gets complexity and fermentable sugars from two unique wine grapes sourced with our friends at Alexandria Nicole Cellars in Prosser, Wash. The first addition is unfermented juice, known as must, from viognier grapes that have been infected with a benevolent fungus called botrytis. This noble rot reduces the water content in the grapes while magnifying their sweetness and complexity. The second is pinot gris must intensified by a process called dropping fruit, where large clusters of grapes are clipped to amplify the quality of those left behind. “This is the absolute closest to equal meshing of the wine world and the beer world thats ever been done commercially,” says Dogfish’s Sam Calagione. Noble Rot is brewed with pils and wheat malts and fermented with a distinct Belgian yeast strain. It has a spicy white wine body and a dry, tart finish. Upcoming Events Sat. 1/ 21, 9:00 PM Fairfax


St. Nicholas of Flue - Saints & Angels - Catholic Online St. Nicholas of Flue Author and Publisher - Catholic Online Facts Patron of Switzerland, Pontifical Swiss Guards Birth: 1417 Take the Saints Trivia Quiz now! Hermit and Swiss political figure. Born near Sachseln, Canton Obwalden, Switzerland, he took his name from the Flueli river which flowed near his birthplace. The son of a peasant couple, he married and had ten children by his wife, Dorothea Wissling, and fought heroically in the forces of the canton against Zurich in 1439. After serving as magistrate and highly respected councilor, he refused the office of governor several times and, in 1467, at the age of fifty and with the consent of his wife and family, he embraced the life of a hermit, giving up all thought of political activity. Nicholas took up residence in a small cell at Ranft, supposedly surviving for his final nineteen years entirely without food except for the Holy Eucharist. Renowned for his holiness and wisdom, he was regularly visited by civic leaders, powerful personages, and simple men and women with a variety of needs. Through Nicholas' labors, he helped bring about the inclusion of Fribourg and Soleure in the Swiss Confederation in 1481, thus preventing the eruption of a potentially bloody civil war. One of the most famous religious figures in Swiss history, he was known affectionately as "Bruder Klaus," and was much venerated in Switzerland. He was formally canonized in 1947. He is considered the patron saint of Switzerland.


The Holy Roman Empress Matilda was the daughter of which English king?

BBC - History -   Historic Figures: Matilda (1102 - 1167) Historic Figures z Artist's impression of Matilda    © Matilda was heir to the English king, Henry I, but was usurped by Stephen resulting in civil war. Matilda was born in 1102, the daughter of Henry I, King of England. In 1114, she married the Holy Roman Emperor Henry V. The death of Matilda's brother in 1120 made her Henry I's sole legitimate heir. When her husband died in 1125, Henry recalled her to England and, in 1127, he insisted that the nobles accept her as his successor. In 1128, she married Geoffrey of Anjou with whom she had three sons. A woman ruler was unprecedented and her marriage to Geoffrey was unpopular. When Henry I died in 1135 Matilda's cousin Stephen of Blois immediately had himself crowned king. Though the church and most nobles supported Stephen, Matilda's claims were upheld by her half-brother Robert of Gloucester and her uncle, David I of Scotland. Matilda and Robert landed at Arundel in September 1139 and England descended into civil war. The war was used as a cover for the settling of local feuds, leaving much of the country in anarchy. Stephen was captured at Lincoln in February 1141 and Matilda now controlled the country. However, her perceived arrogance alienated many of her supporters and she was never crowned. Stephen was released in exchange for Robert of Gloucester. Civil war continued but in 1147, Matilda's greatest supporter, Robert of Gloucester, died. Disheartened, she retired to France the following year. She never returned. The struggle was taken up by Matilda's son, Henry, but he did not have the resources to defeat Stephen, and returned to Normandy himself. In 1153, Stephen's son, Eustace died and in the Treaty of Wallingford, Stephen agreed that Henry should succeed him. He became Henry II in 1154. Matilda spent the remainder of her life in Normandy, dying at Rouen in September 1167.


Which tree usually provides the wood used to make Highland Games cabers?

Scottish history made: Caber tossing world record set in Inverness | Guinness World Records Scottish history made: Caber tossing world record set in Inverness By Kevin Lynch With the country preparing to make a big decision about its future today , one significant piece of Scottish history has already been made this week. On Sunday, over 160 throwers from 14 countries took part in a successful attempt at Bught Park, Inverness for the most people tossing cabers simultaneously world record. A total of 66 cabers were successfully thrown during the attempt which was organised by the Highland Council during the Masters World Championships. video The championships are one of a number of Highland Games events held throughout the year in Scotland as a way of celebrating the nation’s Celtic culture and heritage. Staged as part of the Homecoming Scotland 2014 celebrations, MWC2014 was one of the major highlights of a 2 Month Highland Homecoming Festival. The caber toss is a traditional feature of the events, which sees competitors toss a large tapered pole called a "caber". The caber is usually made from a Larch tree and is typically 19 feet 6 inches (5.94 m) tall and weighs 175 pounds (79 kg). The term 'caber' derives from the Gaelic word "cabar" or "kaber" which refers to a wooden beam. The primary objective is to toss the caber so that it turns end over end, falling directly away from the thrower in the "12 o'clock" position. video The cabers for the attempt were prepared by hand by David Garman at the Revack Estate in the Scottish Highland over a six-month periodwith the muscle power needed to drag the cabers through the forest provide by 3-year-old Clydesdale Horse Danny. video Speaking after the successful attempt, Provost of Inverness, Alex Graham said: "It was a great spectacle of heavy event competitors from all over the world competing in glorious sunshine. "Bught Park has been the scene of many sporting achievements over the years, but nothing like this before, it was a unique spectacle”. Share


In the fashion label DKNY, for what does either the ‘D’ or the ‘K’ stand?

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Which figure from Greek mythology was depicted on the title page of the first publication of the map maker Mercator?

Atlas - The Full Wiki The Full Wiki       Note: Many of our articles have direct quotes from sources you can cite, within the Wikipedia article! This article doesn't yet, but we're working on it! See more info or our list of citable articles . Related top topics For other uses, see Atlas (disambiguation) . An atlas is a collection of maps , typically of Earth or a region of Earth, but there are atlases of the other planets (and their satellites) in the solar system. Atlases have traditionally been bound into book form, but today many atlases are in multimedia formats. In addition to presenting geographic features and political boundaries, many atlases often feature geopolitical , social , religious and economic statistics . Contents 7 External links "Atlas" mythology The origin of the term atlas is a common source of misconception, perhaps because two different mythical figures named 'Atlas' are associated with map making . King Atlas, a mythical King of Mauretania , was also known as Aparajit in Hindusim , according to legend, a wise philosopher, mathematician and astronomer who supposedly made the first celestial globe. It was this Atlas that Mercator was referring to when he first used the name 'Atlas', and he included a depiction of the King on the title-page. However, the more widely known Atlas is a figure from Greek mythology . He is the son of the Titan Iapetus and Clymene (or Asia), and brother of Prometheus . Atlas was punished by Zeus and made to bear the weight of the heavens (the idea of Atlas carrying the Earth isn't correct according to the original myth) on his back. One of Heracles's labours was to collect the apples of the Hesperides. Heracles went to Atlas and reasoned with him. Eventually, Atlas agreed to collect the apples, and Heracles was left to carry the weight. Atlas tried to leave Heracles there, but Heracles tricked him and Atlas was left to carry the heavens forever. In his epic Odyssey , Homer refers to this Atlas as "one who knows the depths of the whole sea, and keeps the tall pillars who hold heaven and earth asunder". In works of art, this Atlas is represented as carrying the heavens or the Celestial Sphere , on his shoulders. The earliest such depiction is the Farnese Atlas , now housed at the Museo Archeologico Nazionale Napoli in Naples, Italy . This figure is frequently found on the cover or title-pages of atlases. This is particularly true of atlases published by Dutch publishers during the second half of the seventeenth century. The image became associated with Dutch merchants, and a statue of this figure adorns the front of the World Trade Center in Amsterdam . The first publisher to associate the Titan Atlas with a group of maps was Lafreri, on the title-page to "Tavole Moderne Di Geografia De La Maggior Parte Del Mondo Di Diversi Autori ...". However, he did not use the word "atlas" in the title of his work. Modern atlas With the coming of the global market, publishers in different countries can reprint maps from plates made elsewhere. This means that the place names on the maps often use the designations or abbreviations of the language of the country in which the feature is located, to serve the widest market. For example, islands near Russia have the abbreviation "O." for "ostrov", not "I." for "island". This practice differs from what is standard for any given language, and it reaches its extremity concerning transliterations from other languages. Particularly, German mapmakers use the transliterations from Cyrillic developed by the Czechs which are hardly used in English-speaking countries. Online Atlas of Canada Natural Resources Canada (NRC) has a government website ( http://www.nrcan-rncan.gc.ca/com/index-eng.php ), that provides an online atlas to the general public, which they can interact with and gain knowledge from. Similar to the Statistics Canada website, the Natural Resources Canada site offers a wide range of free download-able data through the linked site Geo Gratis. The Atlas of Canada has been around since 1906 and offers maps on the environment , people and


One player from Sheffield Wednesday was in the 1966 World Cup winning squad who was he?

England 1966 World Cup squad goalkeeper Ron Springett dies aged 80 | Football | The Guardian England 1966 World Cup squad goalkeeper Ron Springett dies aged 80 • Springett made 384 appearances for Sheffield Wednesday • Statement describes him as one of the club’s ‘greatest-ever keepers’ Former England goalkeeper Ron Springett swings on the crossbar at Hampden Park, during a game against Scotland in 1962. Photograph: Bob Thomas/Getty Images Press Association Sunday 13 September 2015 10.49 EDT Last modified on Monday 4 April 2016 08.15 EDT Close This article is 1 year old Ron Springett, one of the three goalkeepers in England’s World Cup-winning squad in 1966, has died aged 80, his former club Sheffield Wednesday have said. Wednesday said Springett, who made 384 appearances for the Yorkshire club, had passed away after a short illness. While he did not win any of his 33 England caps during the 1966 tournament, the Londoner was one of the squad members given a medal in 2009 after Fifa introduced a rule to reward all members of World Cup-winning squads. Football: Non-playing 1966 winners to get medals Read more Springett had been England’s first-choice at the 1962 tournament in Chile. Starting out at QPR, Springett moved to Wednesday in 1958 and enjoyed a stellar career with them, with the Championship club describing him as “one of our greatest-ever keepers” in announcing the news on Sunday. And, when QPR re-signed their old player in 1967 the Springett name lived on at Hillsborough, with Wednesday making a swap deal in which his brother Peter replaced him. During his time with Wednesday Springett won promotion to the old First Division and appeared in the 1966 FA Cup final defeat by Everton. He remains the most capped England international in Wednesday’s history.


Which instrument does jazz / classical musician Keith Jarrett play?

KEITH JARRETT for Piano - Guides KEITH JARRETT KEITH JARRETT Keith Jarrett (born May 8, 1945) is an American pianist and composer who performs both jazz and classical music . Jarrett started his career with Art Blakey , moving on to play with Charles Lloyd and Miles Davis . Since the early 1970s he has enjoyed a great deal of success as a group leader and a solo performer in jazz, jazz fusion, and classical music. His improvisations draw from the traditions of jazz and other genres, especially Western classical music, gospel , blues , and ethnic folk music . In 2003, Jarrett received the Polar Music Prize , the first (and to this day only) recipient not to share the prize with a co-recipient, [1] and in 2004 he received the Léonie Sonning Music Prize . In 2008, he was inducted into the Down Beat Hall of Fame in the magazine's 73rd Annual Readers' Poll. Early years[ edit ] Keith Jarrett was born May 8, 1945, in Allentown, Pennsylvania to a mother of Austrian and Hungarian descent and a father of either French or Scotch-Irish descent. [2] He grew up in suburban Allentown with significant early exposure to music. [3] Jarrett possessed absolute pitch , and he displayed prodigious musical talents as a young child. He began piano lessons just before his third birthday, and at age five he appeared on a TV talent program hosted by the swing bandleader Paul Whiteman. [4] Jarrett gave his first formal piano recital at the age of seven, playing works by composers including Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, and Saint-Saëns, and ending with two of his own compositions. [5] Encouraged especially by his mother, Jarrett took intensive classical piano lessons with a series of teachers, including Eleanor Sokoloff of the Curtis Institute . In his teens, as a student at Emmaus High School in Emmaus, Pennsylvania , Jarrett learned jazz and quickly became proficient in it. In his early teens, he developed a strong interest in the contemporary jazz scene; a Dave Brubeck performance was an early inspiration[ citation needed ]. At one point, he had an offer to study classical composition in Paris with the famed teacher Nadia Boulanger – an opportunity that pleased Jarrett's mother but that Jarrett, already leaning toward jazz, decided to turn down. [6] Following his graduation from Emmaus High School in 1963, [7] Jarrett moved from Allentown to Boston, Massachusetts, where he attended the Berklee College of Music and played cocktail piano in local clubs. After a year he moved to New York City, where he played at the Village Vanguard [ citation needed ]. In New York, Art Blakey hired Jarrett to play with the Jazz Messengers. During a show with that group he was noticed by Jack DeJohnette who (as he recalled years later) immediately recognized the unknown pianist's talent and unstoppable flow of ideas. DeJohnette talked to Jarrett and soon recommended him to his own band leader, Charles Lloyd . The Charles Lloyd Quartet had formed not long before and were exploring open, improvised forms while building supple grooves, and they were soon moving into terrain that was also being explored, although from another stylistic background, by some of the psychedelic rock bands of the west coast. [8] Their 1966 album Forest Flower was one of the most successful jazz recordings of the mid-1960s and when they were invited to play the Fillmore in San Francisco, they won over the local hippie audience. The Quartet's tours across America and Europe, even to Moscow, made Jarrett a widely noticed musician in rock and jazz underground circles. It also laid the foundations of a lasting musical bond with drummer Jack DeJohnette (who also plays the piano). The two would cooperate in many contexts during their later careers. In those years, Jarrett also began to record his own tracks as a leader of small informal groups, at first in a trio with Charlie Haden and Paul Motian . Jarrett's first album as a leader, Life Between the Exit Signs (1967), was released on the Vortex label, to be followed by Restoration Ruin (1968), which is arguably the most bizarre entry in the Jarrett cat


Who is the film star mother of actress Kate Hudson?

Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson star in 'Mother's Day' preview - UPI.com 1 of 4 | License Photo LOS ANGELES, Feb. 12 (UPI) -- Mother's Day released a first trailer starring Jennifer Aniston and Kate Hudson on Thursday. The 47-year-old Friends star plays Sandy, a recently divorced mom with two sons, while Hudson portrays Jesse, a mother-of-one who is estranged from her own mom. Julia Roberts co-stars as Miranda, a successful businesswoman and author, with Jason Sudeikis as Bradley, a single dad to a teenage daughter. The characters' stories intertwine as Mother's Day approaches. Pretty Woman and The Princess Diaries director Gary Marshall helmed the film, which opens in theaters Apr. 29. Timothy Olyphant, Hilary Duff , Britt Robertson and Shay Mitchell also have roles. "There's something about [her]," Hudson said of her own mother, actress Goldie Hawn , to Closer magazine in 2014. "She's very strong-minded, very tough and can be strict, but she's also so forgiving and non-judgmental." Hudson herself is mom to 12-year-old son Ryder and 4-year-old son Bingham, while Roberts is mother to 11-year-old son Phinnaeus, 11-year-old daughter Hazel and 8-year-old son Henry. Mother's Day falls on Sunday, May 8 in 2016.


One player from Wolverhampton Wanderers was in the 1966 World Cup winning squad who was he?

Ron Flowers named Wolves vice-president « Express & Star Flowers won three league titles and an FA Cup with Wolves and was also part of England’s 1966 World Cup-winning squad. He joins Steve Bull, Robert Plant and Baroness Rachael Heyhoe Flint, who are also vice-presidents at Wolves. 'A fitting honour to an icon of Wolverhampton Wanderers’ is how the club have described the decision. The midfielder was part of Wolves’ three title-winning squads in 1953-54, 1957-58 and 1958-59 and won the FA Cup in 1960. In total he won 49 caps for his country and the 81-year-old spoke of his delight at receiving the honorary role. He said: “It was a lovely surprise for me and my family – I hadn’t got a clue about it although I’m very proud and pleased to accept this great honour. “I’ve got such a deep bond with the club and it’s been such a big part of my life for so many years. “I’m already privileged to be the president of the Wolves Former Players Association, but this latest honour strengthens my connections even more. “I was born and brought up in a little Yorkshire village, but my roots have been firmly in this area since I arrived here all those years ago.” Flowers played 512 times for Wolves, scoring 37 goals, in a 15-year career at Molineux. In 2009, he was finally awarded a World Cup winners’ medal after an FA campaign, and it 's now on show in the Wolves Museum. Flowers was close to featuring in the final in 1966. Ron Flowers with his World Cup winners’ medal at Molineux. He said: "Jackie Charlton was suffering from a cold and Sir Alf (Ramsey) put me on standby. "But I knew it would take more than a cold to stop Jackie, so it wasn’t such a let-down the next morning when I knew that I wouldn’t be playing. “There have been greater players than me who have never got near to a World Cup final and, although I didn’t get to play, it was a privilege to be involved and in the company of such household names. “I have some wonderful memories from football and the news that I am am to be a vice-president at Wolves has added to the list. I am very grateful.” After a short spell in management with Telford United, who he guided to the FA Trophy final, he resigned in 197. He opened a sports shop in Wolverhampton, which still stands in Queen Street to this day, although Flowers doesn’t frequent it quite as often as he used to. He said: "Fans were always dropping in for a chat, which was great. Well I had been a local lad since the early 50s. Glenn (Ron’s son) just helped in the early days, but he has gone on to run the place now.” Chief executive Jez Moxey added: “I think it is a fitting honour to an icon of Wolverhampton Wanderers. More on this story:


Actor Toby Stephens is the son of which famous actress?

Toby Stephens: Being born into the theatre was a mixed blessing - Telegraph Toby Stephens: Being born into the theatre was a mixed blessing Actor Toby Stephens tells Tim Walker why having famous parents isn't always  easy. Toby Stephens, above, is preparing for a role in Ibsen's 'A Doll's House' at the Donmar Warehouse Photo: MARTIN POPE By Tim Walker 7:00AM BST 21 May 2009 It amuses Toby Stephens to see himself occasionally mooted as a successor to Daniel Craig as James Bond. "God knows, I could use the money, but it won't happen," the 40-year-old actor says. "They had enough problems with a blond Bond. The idea of someone with reddish hair getting the part would cause insurrection." The son of Dame Maggie Smith and the late Sir Robert Stephens has a nice line in self-deprecation. He has, however, notched up some fine performances over the years: Edward Rochester in Jane Eyre for the BBC, the title role in an RSC production of Coriolanus, and, more recently, King John in Robin Hood. His one brush with Bond – as the baddy in Die Another Day with Pierce Brosnan – was, he says now, something of an aberration. "I have no idea how I got the part. I remember meeting Lee Tamahori, the director, and asking him about my character, as they had only sent me three pages of script. He said, 'Well, in a nutshell, you are playing a Korean who has been genetically modified into being a westerner', and I must say he lost me somewhere in that sentence. I had a lot of fun making that film, but honestly it wasn't where I came from or what I was a part of, and I subsequently just got on with what I had been doing before." Stephens is about to open in a production of Ibsen's A Doll's House at the Donmar Warehouse in Covent Garden, and it is clearly his stage work – along with his family – that mean the most to him. Anna-Louise, his New Zealand-born actress wife of the past eight years, has just presented him with an 8lb 4oz baby girl whom they have called Tallulah. They already have a boy named Eli, who was born in 2007. Toby says Dame Maggie took a sharp intake of breath at the name of her granddaughter. "She thought of Tallulah Bankhead, a Hollywood actress of some repute. 'I love the name, of course, but you must understand she was a very naughty woman,' she told me. 'She was addicted to cocaine and had, among other things, a huge lesbian following.' " Related Articles Maggie Smith's actor son Toby Stephens pleads for 'class-blind’ casting 03 Oct 2012 One can imagine his mother delivering the lines with her customary relish, but then she is – as Sir Robert once was – a larger-than-life character. There was a time when Toby resented all the questions about his parents, who starred together in the 1969 film The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie. But now he understands the fascination that they both continue to garner, and it makes him feel proud. Sir Robert was still married to his second wife when he met Maggie while working at the National Theatre in the mid-Sixties, and, after a torrid affair, they became man and wife in 1967, 10 days after the birth of their first son, Christopher. Toby eschews the glamorous life that they lived, and one suspects there is a somewhat studious normality about his family life in north London. He says he seldom, if ever, goes to showbusiness parties. He has clearly learnt the lessons from his parents' stormy eight-year union: the rows, the ceaseless media attention and his father's drinking and philandering. Ten years ago, Stephens realised he had inherited his father's addiction to alcohol, and, as it was beginning to take its toll on his work on stage, he decided never to drink again. Sir Robert died at the age of 64 in 1995 after liver and kidney transplants, but would have been furious if anyone had ever suggested he was an alcoholic. "Of course he was an alcoholic in the same way that I am, in that he had no control over his drinking. If I were to have one drink now, I would want another and it would be agony if I couldn't. I simply decided to spare myself that by not allowing myself the first glass. People


Which European city is home to the Gewandhaus Orchestra?

Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra, Barbican, London Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra, Barbican, London Read next October 27, 2011 by: Richard Fairman Like the most imposing of Georgian houses, the symphonies of Beethoven demand constant surveying and restoration. Of the conductors in charge of the world’s leading orchestras, Riccardo Chailly is especially keen to look afresh at tradition and it was only to be expected that a complete Beethoven symphony cycle from him would say something new and interesting. After six years as Kapellmeister of the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra, the time was right. Chailly and this venerable orchestra are taking a cycle of the symphonies on tour to four cities in Europe and pairing the old with the new – five contemporary works commissioned specifically to match the Beethoven symphonies with which they are being heard. The selected composers come from the relevant countries. The British and French will follow later – the tour is currently shuttling between London and Paris – but it is already clear the rules of the commission are being taking seriously. Carlo Boccadoro and Steffen Schleiermacher, the Italian and German composers, have both delivered bold pieces in the heroic Beethoven mould. In his offering Boccadoro packed in more ideas per minute than Beethoven ever allowed and made up in wealth of imagination what he might lack in discipline. Then Schleiermacher went off in the opposite direction, hammering out assertive Beethovenian chords but not following up with much more than dry theory. In tone, at least, they accurately prefigured Chailly’s Beethoven. Chailly has refashioned the mellow, old Gewandhaus sound with a sharper focus – how often does a traditional symphony orchestra shine as clear a light through the music as this? – but the clarity and detail have come at the price of a rather unyielding modern glare. Bernard Haitink’s Beethoven cycle with the LSO a few years ago also aimed for drive and clarity, but managed to find room for a greater variety of expression. Nevertheless, Chailly’s high-quality work in Leipzig always yields impressive results and much here was exciting. The triumphant finale of the Fifth Symphony, with its piping piccolo and blazing brass, will not be easy to forget. In the slow movement of the Seventh Symphony the orchestra sang with the lyrical passion of a fine Italian opera chorus. The cycle concludes with Symphony No.9 on Thursday. Sample the FT’s top stories for a week You select the topic, we deliver the news. Select topic


Toxic and Stinging Sea Creature Photos -- National Geographic Banded Sea Krait Photograph by David Fleetham/Visuals Unlimited, Inc./Getty Images The banded sea krait’s lethal venom packs a punch ten times more toxic than a rattlesnake’s, but fortunately these serpents are so meek that human bites are rare. Kraits cruise the shallow, tropical waters of coral reefs and mangrove swamps. But, alone among the sea snakes, they are amphibious and able to spend up to ten days at a time on land. Sea kraits hit the beach to digest their food (mostly eels and fish), mate, and lay eggs. Short-Tail Stingray Photograph by Brian J. Skerry When a short-tail stingray stabbed a swimming Steve Irwin (the "Crocodile Hunter"), the entire species acquired the undeserved reputation of killers. Irwin’s unlucky encounter notwithstanding, human stingray deaths are extremely rare—only one or two occur worldwide each year. The animals typically use their daggerlike tail spines for protection against predators like sharks or killer whales. Short-tails are the largest of all stingrays and can reach lengths of 14 feet (4.25 meters) and top 750 pounds (340 kilograms). Nudibranch Photograph by Jeffrey de Guzman, My Shot The soft sea slugs known as nudibranchs have no shells and are defenseless from predators—or so it would seem. In fact the animals boast a toxic arsenal acquired by producing their own poisons or by ingesting them with meals of toxic sponges or anemones and then secreting them when threatened. Many nudibranchs boast brilliant color palettes that make them stand out on reefs or ocean floors and send would-be predators a clear message: I am not tasty. Lionfish Photograph by Thomas Redd, My Shot The colorful lionfish presents an attractive appearance, but its arsenal of needlelike dorsal fins is actually meant to warn others away. Too-curious humans can receive a quite painful and potentially dangerous sting from these spines. Lionfish hail from Indo-Pacific reefs but they have recently spread to other warm waters, like the Caribbean, where they are causing some ecological concern by thriving as an invasive species. Puffer Fish Photograph by Getty Images This harmless-looking “beach ball” is actually a puffer fish, washed up on a Karnataka, India, shoreline. The fish, also known as a blowfish, attempts to make itself inedible by ingesting enormous amounts of water (or air) and swelling to several times its typical size. Lucky is the predator that heeds this warning. Those that don't might not live to repeat the mistake. Puffer fish contain tetrodoxin, which is lethal to many fish—and to humans, who have yet to develop an antidote. Some Japanese consider the puffer a delicacy, though one fish holds enough toxins to kill 30 people. Scorpionfish Photograph by Larry Ferlan, My Shot Members of the large scorpionfish family live on the seafloor where they tend to blend in with their surroundings and hunt by ambush. These sit-and-wait predators adopt such effective camouflage that many of their meals likely never knew what hit them. Scorpionfish are also armed with venomous spines, which can deliver a dangerous sting to any animal trying to make prey of this predator. Caribbean Fire Coral Photograph by Brian J. Skerry Any diver who has handled fire coral knows where its “fire” descriptor comes from—the tiny barbs that produce a painful burning sensation. Calling this hydrozoan a coral, however, is a bit misleading—it’s more closely related to sea jellies. Fire corals can spread quickly across warm-water reefs, where they use their stinging polyps to persuade other animals not to grow on top of them. Blue-Ringed Octopus Photograph by Jeffrey de Guzman, My Shot One half of a deadly duo, the blue-ringed octopus enjoys an interesting symbiotic relationship with colonies of bacteria that inhabit its salivary glands. The bacteria produce potent neurotoxins that can kill a human in just a few minutes yet appear to have no harmful effect on the octopus. This toxic saliva, injected through shells broken w


Which Spanish airport is the regular destination for holidays in Benidorm?

Benidorm Holidays 2017/2018 | Thomas Cook Nightlife Benidorm is the nightlife capital of Costa Blanca, with a vibrant array of clubs and venues coming alive after dark. The town has a thriving cabaret scene with plenty of shows suitable for families, plus a good variety of pubs and discos for a laid-back night. Join in with the hoedown at the country and western bars or watch a game at one of the Irish pubs. If clubbing is your thing, the best place in Benidorm is the Square, the hub of Benidorm’s party scene. For an extra-special night out, visit the glittering Benidorm Palace, a Las Vegas-style venue with glitzy dinner shows. BENIDORM IS BEST FOR... Club-hoppers: Benidorm’s diverse, exciting nightlife scene has a little something for everyone, with big dance clubs, plus pubs, bars and shows. Beach lovers: The two award-winning beaches on Benidorm’s coast feature spotless golden sand, bustling cafes and quieter spots for chilling out. Families: By day, Benidorm is popular for its water park, aquarium and family-friendly beaches, and the nightlife caters to everyone.   FAST FACTS Language: The language spoken in Benidorm is Spanish Currency: The currency used in Benidorm is the Euro (€) Local time: Benidorm is 1 hour ahead of GMT/UK time Fly to: Alicante Airport (ALC). Flight time from UK: Approximately 2 hours Tourist Information: Further Benidorm tourist information can be found at http://en.visitbenidorm.es/    Visa & Health: Before you travel, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/spain for recommendations and advice on visas and health for your holiday to Benidorm. WEATHER AND CLIMATE Temperature: 12-25 (°C) Make the most of Benidorm’s gorgeous sandy beaches in the summer, when you can enjoy highs of 30 (°C) and the sea temperatures are warm enough for a swim. Or if you’ve come to explore, book your holiday for the spring or autumn, when temperatures in the mid-teens provide the perfect conditions for exploring the old town. The winters are mild and relatively dry in Benidorm, so it’s a great time to come if you want to avoid the crowds. GETTING AROUND By bus: Benidorm has an excellent bus service, with bus stops located throughout the resort. The buses are regular and cheap, with colour-coded routes for easy navigation. By tram: The affordable tram service is handy for day trips, running to neighbouring Alicante, the airport and larger attractions like theme parks. The trams run approximately every 30 minutes. By taxi: Taxis are plentiful in Benidorm, with a number of taxi ranks located throughout the resort and at the airport. Taxis can also be flagged down and are a good option for short journeys. EVENTS Fiesta week: The beginning of November marks Benidorm’s fiesta week, in honour of the town’s patron saint, St James. The festivities span six days, and include traditional events and religious processions in addition to parties, competitions and a huge firework display on the beach at the end of the week. Summer electro festival: In August, Benidorm hosts Electrobeach, a two day festival featuring big names from the world of electro. The concerts take place outdoors for the biggest crowds and room for dancing the hot nights away. Headliners have included Richie Hawtin and Carl Cox. Why choose Thomas Cook With hotels available to suit every person and every budget look no further than Thomas Cook for your getaway this year! Thousands of hotels to choose from Dedicated online customer service Over 175 years of travel experience Award winning travel company


How are comedians Paul & Barry Elliot better known?

Barry Chuckle Dead? Comedian Becomes Victim of a Twitter Death Hoax : Trending News : TravelersToday Barry Chuckle Dead? Comedian Becomes Victim of a Twitter Death Hoax Travelers Today       By    Katie McFadden Updated: Nov 19, 2012 07:37 PM EST Barry Chuckle of the Chuckle Brothers is dead. At least that's what Twitter is saying. However Barry Chuckle isn't dead. He's just the victim of another social media death hoax. Barry Chuckle is still alive. Advertisement On Monday evening, a rumor started spreading around Twitter that Barry Elliot, a British Comedian, better known as Barry Chuckle died. Along with his brother Paul, Barry Chuckle has created childhood memories for many who grew up watching Chucklevision on the BBC. They are knwon for their slapstick comedy and phrases like "to me, to you" and 'oh dear, oh dear." On Monday night, Barry Chuckle started to trend on Twitter and quickly became a top trend in the UK because some users had heard that Barry Chuckle died. The Chuckle Brothers Wikipedia was quickly updated, saying that this was just a rumor which has been going around for many years. Whoever updated the Wikipedia page said that user @bendarcy started the latest hoax. He tweeted a series of messages suggesting Chuckle died to his 60,000 followers. His tweets included 'omfg apparently barry chuckles dead??? RIP NO" "rip barry chuckle" " #RIPBarryChuckle trend it for respect x" The message then spread like wildfire and soon thousands were tweeting that Chuckle died, however it isn;t true. The internet has been trying to kill off Chuckle since 2008 as his Wikipedia page says. In 2008, a rumor started that Chuckle died of a heart attack. The rumor then resurfaced on Twitter in 2010 and Barry Chuckle found out about it himself. He told the BBC that children were crying over his supposed death and writing letters to the brothers, mourning over Barry. "They send letters saying, 'is Paul going to be working on his own now?', and 'we'll miss Barry', and there's kids in tears so we have to write back to them and tell them it's not true," he told the BBC. They also posted a message to their website  saying the rumour was "complete and utter rubbish" and that Barry is "doing very well". Ben Darcy later posted a tweet, saying that he accidentally started the latest rumor about Barry Chuckle's death. When news got out that he started the rumor, Barry Chuckle fans began to attack him. "ok i accidentally started a rumor that barry chuckle was dead, i'm sorry i thought he was, but do you really have to send me death threats?" Darcy wrote. The rumor of Chuckle's death sent fans into a frenzy as they started to mourn his death. Some examples of tweets include: "Barry chuckle has died, my life is officially over" "If Barry chuckle has died then I'm gonna cry me eyes out an take a day off work #metoyou " "Omg , I heard Barry chuckle is dead...no this cant happen he's my childhood' "The saddest news I have heard today is that Barry Chuckle has died. :( RIP! Him and his brother were my childhood!' When some users on Twitter found that it was nothing more than a rumor, they brought some humor to the situation and borrowed Chuckle's phrases. ""Oh phew, just irritating death rumours. Glad he's not dead. Barry Chuckle is very dear to me... to you." "Enough with the Barry Chuckle death rumours. Its very distressing to me......to you......to me....." "Another Barry Chuckle rumor? Oh dear, oh dear." Advertisement Don't worry Chuckle fans. Barry Chuckle is just fine. However, there aren't too many who will believe that he actually died when he does because he is the victim of a death hoax so often. © 2017 Traverlers Today, All rights reserved. Do not reproduce without permission. Related Articles


Which fictional detective, created by Caroline Graham in novels such as 'Faithful Unto Death' and 'The Killing at Badgers Drift' features in a popular TV series?

"Midsomer Murders" The Killings at Badger's Drift (1997) Reviews & Ratings - IMDb IMDb 22 out of 22 people found the following review useful: "A cut above your usual British crime drama." 29 January 2006 *** This review may contain spoilers *** The action in this murder mystery thriller takes place in the fictional English village of Badger's Drift. An elderly spinster (Renee Asherson) goes into the local woods in search of a rare orchid and stumbles upon a couple making love in a clearing. However, her discovery proves fatal because if this love affair ever came out it could result in devastating circumstances. Shocked, she flees back to her cottage but within hours she is found murdered with her neck broken. DCI Barnaby (John Nettles) and Sgt Troy (Daniel Casey) are called in to investigate the crime. However, it proves more difficult than the pair anticipated because everyone they question clearly has something to hide. There's the wealthy landowner and laird of the community (Julian Glover) whose wife died in suspicious circumstances at a pigeon shoot in the woods two years previously. The local GP Dr Lessiter (Bill Wallis) claims that at the time of the killing he was at home watching a cricket test match, but it was canceled due to heavy rainfall. Then there's the nauseating Iris Rainbird (Elizabeth Spriggs) and her camp undertaker son (Richard Cant) who are clearly living a better life than there means would suggest. Before Barnaby can see through the web of deceit,blackmail and illicit love affairs two more brutal murders occur making it even more vital to bring the killer to book. The Killing's At Badger's Drift (first transmitted in March 1997) was the pilot episode of the subsequent Midsomer Murders series, which has proved phenomenally successful airing in numerous countries. After the outstanding success of this film, the producers Betty Willingale and Brian True May subsequently filmed Caroline Graham's other Inspector Barnaby novels, "Written In Blood", "Death Of A Hollow Man", "Faithful Unto Death" and "Death In Disguise". So far there have been six other successful series and other distinguished TV writers were drafted in to create new stories such as Anthony Horowitz ("Poirot", "Foyle's War") and Douglas Watkinson who has contributed to "Boon", "The Professionals" and "Emmerdale". The Killing's At Badger's Drift is first class entertainment. It's success can be attributed to the idea of evil-goings on merging out of seemingly tranquil settings such as the English countryside. It presents audiences with such ingredients as afternoon teas, dastardly deeds at the vicarage and dotty eccentrics, such things that they haven't seen since the 1960's in films like the Margaret Rutherford Miss Marple's and they are clearly loving it. The success of this and the subsequent series is also thanks to the skilled actors, writers and technicians who bring Caroline Graham's creation to life. John Nettles portrays Barnaby as a happy family man with a wife and daughter and he is also a thoughtful and methodical man who is dedicated to his work. Daniel Casey offers solid support as his young sergeant who is always quick at jumping to conclusions and is rather intolerant of things that he doesn't understand. The chemistry between the two leads is always a joy to watch as they are clearly close friends but often collide over each others different approach to police work. Both establish their roles for future episodes. Director Jeremy Silberston directs the excellent script by Anthony Horowitz with considerable skill effortlessly conveying the sense of evil in a deceptively harmless and picturesque setting. He also proves adept at blending the more horrific moments with traditional comedy relief such as Barnaby who clearly loves his wife but can't stand her experimental cooking. In summary, The Killing's At Badger's Drift is a cut above your usual British crime drama as it is extremely rare nowadays to find one such as this that uses every traditional ingredient for mysteries and superbly brings them out in a contemporary set


For which film in 1950, starring Bette Davis and Anne Baxter, did British actor George Sanders win the Oscar as Best Supporting Actor?

All About Eve (1950) - IMDb IMDb 7 January 2017 5:00 AM, UTC NEWS There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error An ingenue insinuates herself into the company of an established but aging stage actress and her circle of theater friends. Director: Joseph L. Mankiewicz (written for the screen by) Stars: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON TV 2017 Golden Globe Nominees: In & Out of Character Get a closer look at this year's Golden Globe Award nominees in real life and in the roles that earned them fame. Don't miss our live coverage of the Golden Globes beginning at 4 p.m. PST on Jan. 8 in our Golden Globes section. View the gallery Related News a list of 31 titles created 06 Dec 2012 a list of 25 titles created 23 Mar 2014 a list of 25 titles created 06 Jun 2014 a list of 44 titles created 04 Oct 2015 a list of 41 titles created 5 months ago Title: All About Eve (1950) 8.3/10 Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Won     6     Oscars. Another    16 wins & 17 nominations. See more awards  » Videos A man tries to rise in his company by letting its executives use his apartment for trysts, but complications and a romance of his own ensue. Director: Billy Wilder A hack screenwriter writes a screenplay for a former silent-film star who has faded into Hollywood obscurity. Director: Billy Wilder When two male musicians witness a mob hit, they flee the state in an all-female band disguised as women, but further complications set in. Director: Billy Wilder A spoiled heiress running away from her family is helped by a man who is actually a reporter in need of a story. Director: Frank Capra Fred Dobbs and Bob Curtin, two Americans searching for work in Mexico, convince an old prospector to help them mine for gold in the Sierra Madre Mountains. Director: John Huston An insurance representative lets himself be talked into a murder/insurance fraud scheme that arouses an insurance investigator's suspicions. Director: Billy Wilder A self-conscious bride is tormented by the memory of her husband's dead first wife. Director: Alfred Hitchcock An ex-prize fighter turned longshoreman struggles to stand up to his corrupt union bosses. Director: Elia Kazan A naive man is appointed to fill a vacancy in the United States Senate. His plans promptly collide with political corruption, but he doesn't back down. Director: Frank Capra Pulp novelist Holly Martins travels to shadowy, postwar Vienna, only to find himself investigating the mysterious death of an old friend, Harry Lime. Director: Carol Reed A poor Midwest family is forced off of their land. They travel to California, suffering the misfortunes of the homeless in the Great Depression. Director: John Ford Three World War II veterans return home to small-town America to discover that they and their families have been irreparably changed. Director: William Wyler Edit Storyline Eve (Anne Baxter) is waiting backstage to meet her "idol" aging Broadway Star, Margo Channing (Bette Davis). It all seems innocent enough as Eve explains that she has seen Margo in EVERY performance of the current play she is in. Only Playright critic DeWitt (George Sanders) sees through Eve's evil plan, which is to take her parts and fiancé, Bill Simpson (Gary Merrill) When the fiancé shows no interest, she tries for playwright Hugh Marlowe (Lloyd Richards) but DeWitt stops her. After she accepts her award, she decides to skip the after-party and goes to her room, where we find a young woman named Phoebe, who snuck into her room and fell asleep. This is where the "Circle of Life" now comes to fruition as Eve is going to get played the way she did Margo. It's all about women---and their men! Genres: 15 January 1951 (Sweden) See more  » Also Known As: $10,177        (USA) (6 October 2000) Gross: Did You Know? Trivia According to the casting director'


Name the year: Valentina Tereshkova first woman in space; the Great Train Robbery took place; John Profumo resigned?

Opinion: What JFK learned -- and taught -- about leadership - CNN.com Opinion What JFK learned -- and taught -- about leadership By Warren Bennis Updated 9:39 AM ET, Thu November 21, 2013 Chat with us in Facebook Messenger. Find out what's happening in the world as it unfolds. Photos: 1963: From "General Hospital," to the death of a pope In the year 1963 – Soviet Premier Nikita S. Khrushchev speaks to the East German Communist Party Congress on January 14, 1963. His public statements in Berlin indicated the USSR did not immediately plan a full-scale revival of its efforts to force the Western occupation powers out of the former German capital. 1963 was a seminal year, not only because of the assassination of U.S. President John F. Kennedy, but advances in technology, entertainment and evolving political relationships also kept the world on its toes. Hide Caption 1 of 34 Photos: 1963: From "General Hospital," to the death of a pope In the year 1963 – Crowds gather for the first viewing of the Boeing 727 jet airliner in Seattle in December 1962. The aircraft's first flight would take place on February 9, 1963. Hide Caption 2 of 34 Photos: 1963: From "General Hospital," to the death of a pope In the year 1963 – The American poet Sylvia Plath is shown in 1961. She took her own life on February 11, 1963. Hide Caption 3 of 34 Photos: 1963: From "General Hospital," to the death of a pope In the year 1963 – Patsy Cline performs at Nashville's Grand Ole Opry in this undated photo. The country music star and three others were killed on March 5, 1963, in the crash of a Piper Comanche near Camden, Tennessee. Hide Caption 4 of 34 Photos: 1963: From "General Hospital," to the death of a pope In the year 1963 – A line of handcuffed prisoners, the last convicts held at Alcatraz prison, walk through a cell block as they are transferred to other prisons from Alcatraz Island on San Francisco Bay, California, on March 21, 1963. Alcatraz, known as "The Rock," was a federal penitentiary for 29 years and a prison for more than a century. Hide Caption 5 of 34 Photos: 1963: From "General Hospital," to the death of a pope In the year 1963 – The Beatles released their first album, "Please Please Me," in the United Kingdom on March 22, 1963. A 7-inch copy of the single, seen here, was signed on both sides by the Fab Four and sold in 2011 for more than £9,000. Hide Caption 6 of 34 Photos: 1963: From "General Hospital," to the death of a pope In the year 1963 – British film director Alfred Hitchcock poses with a seagull and a raven in a promotional still for his film "The Birds." The film was released on March 28, 1963. Hide Caption 7 of 34 Photos: 1963: From "General Hospital," to the death of a pope In the year 1963 – The long-running soap opera "General Hospital" debuts on ABC television on April 1, 1963. It is cited in the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest-running American soap opera currently in production. Hide Caption 8 of 34 Photos: 1963: From "General Hospital," to the death of a pope In the year 1963 – Josip Broz Tito is proclaimed president for life in the constitution of the newly named Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia on April 7, 1963. Hide Caption 9 of 34 Photos: 1963: From "General Hospital," to the death of a pope In the year 1963 – David Bruce, the American ambassador to Britain, takes leave of Sir Winston Churchill at Hyde Park Gate, London, on April 10, 1963, after presenting the former British prime minister with a proclamation naming him the first honorary citizen of the United States, a title given to him the day before on April 9, 1963. Hide Caption 10 of 34 Photos: 1963: From "General Hospital," to the death of a pope In the year 1963 – On April 10, 1963, 129 men lost their lives when the nuclear-powered submarine USS Thresher sank during deep-dive testing off Cape Cod. The sub is seen here during its launch in 1960. The sinking is the deadliest submarine disaster in U.S. history and delivered a blow to national pride during the Cold War, becoming the impetus for safety improvements. Hide Caption 11 of 34


If you drove a AMG performance luxury saloon car what make of car would you drive?

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Which Manchester Brewery produces Jekyll's Gold?

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In church architecture what is the upper storey of the nave wall, pierced by windows, known as?

Glossary of Church Architecture Glossary of Church Architecture Click on the bold highlighted words to display a photograph of the relevant item. Place mouse over italicised highlighted word to display a definition of the relevant item. Aisle An extension to the side of the nave or chancel separated off by an arcade . Sometime used for the passageways between the seating. See Alley . Alley The passageways between blocks of pews . Altar The ceremonial table at which the Eucharist (Mass, Holy Communion) is celebrated. May be made of wood or stone. Altar-piece A piece of art placed on the wall behind the altar (see Reredos ) In the 18th century, these took the form of large classical-style screens. Altar frontal A cloth or embroidery hanging for decorating the front of the altar . Apex The apex of an arch is its highest point. Arcade A series of arches like a pierced wall, separating off an area. See  Wall Arcade or Blind Arcade Aumbry A cupboard. In the Middle Ages used to store the communion vessels. Since 1900, in some churches, used for keeping the reserved sacrament. See Tabernacle . Arch Braced Roof Curved pair of roof braces forming an arch which connect the wall (or post) below with tie beam or collar beam above. Ashlar  Thin slabs of freestone used as facing Baldachino A canopy over the altar , supported on columns, sometimes called a ciborium . Barrel Vault . Form of vault   made up of continuous semicircular or pointed arch. Battlemented Parapet A parapet with crenellations or battlements i.e with alternate raised or lowered sections. May be called crenellated or castellated. Bay a division of a church or roof, usually marked by arcade arches or roof trusses . Beam Long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction .See Tie Beam & Collar Beam. Belfry A room or structure in which bells are hung, usually part of a church tower. Blind Tracery Tracery applied to a solid wall. Boss An ornamental knob covering the intersection of ribs in a vault or on a ceiling. Box-pew The true pew . Surrounded by wooden panelling, and with a lockable door. Abbreviation for Horse Box Pew. Box- tomb  A chest-style monument. The interior is a hollow cavity, and the body is buried underground. May also be called a chest tomb. Brace A supporting beam that steadies or holds something else erect. Broken pediment a pediment where the apex is missing. Buttress Masonry built against a wall to give extra strength, and to distribute the downward thrust. See Flying Buttress .     Candelabrum Large branched candlestick. May be free-standing or hung from the roof. Capitals The head of a column, pillar, or pilaster . The form of the capital is often a good guide to its date Castellated Parapet A parapet with crenellations or battlements i.e with alternate raised or lowered sections. May be called battlemented or crenellated. Chancel The part of the church at the east end, where the altar stands and where the clergy sit. Chancel Screen A screen dividing the chancel from the nave – another term for Rood Screen . Chantry chapel A chapel in which masses were said for the soul of its founder. Chapel (side-chapel) An area of a church with its own altar , originally for the cult of a saint other than the patron saint. Maybe an extension, or simply screened off with parcloses . Chest Tomb Chest shaped tomb usually of stone. May also be called a box tomb Choir Stalls Seating running east-west in the chancel or crossing, where the choir sits. Ciborium (1) Another name for baldachino ; (2) a chalice-like vessel with a lid, used for the bread at the Eucharist. Clerestorey Upper storey of the nave wall rising above the aisle roof.  Pierced by windows to light the nave.May also be found in the chancel Collar Beam A structure component to prevent roof spreading by tying together opposing sets of roof rafters . See Beam . Communion Rails Rails in front of the altar at which the congregation kneels to receive communion. First introduced in the 16th century. Corbel Block of stone bonded into a wall eithe


Which wood was the one mainly used by Thomas Chippendale?

Everything you need to know about Chippendale furniture Everything you need to know about Chippendale furniture 1 comment Chippendale is a style of furniture that became popular towards the end of the 18th century, designed by English cabinet maker Thomas Chippendale – after whom the style is named. Chippendale furniture is as popular as ever today, helping people create a period elegance in their homes. If you want to learn more about the popular style of furniture and its origins, read on. Who was Thomas Chippendale? Thomas Chippendale was born in the early 1700s but little more is known of his early life until he married in 1748. A few years later, he moved to the edge of Covent Garden and set up home, as well as establishing workshops where he made furniture. In 1754, Chippendale published a collection of furniture designs called Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker’s Director, which was enormously well-received by the public at the time. He was elected to the Society of Arts in 1759 and partnered with upholsterer James Rannie for a number of years until Rannie’s death, when Chippendale recruited his clerk Thomas Haig. Chippendale married again in 1777 after the death of his first wife in 1772, and died in 1779 from tuberculosis.   Styles of Chippendale furniture The Chippendale style is often described as being an anglicised type of Rococo, and Rococo is one of the styles Chippendale encompasses, along with Gothic and Chinese. Rococo Chippendale furniture often displays French influence, with chairs based on Louis XV designs, although usually less ostentatious. The ribbonback chair with a broad seat and cupid’s bow-style back rail is perhaps the most famous Chippendale design. Gothic Chippendale furniture is characterised by s-shaped curves and pointed arches in the backs of chairs, while Gothic bookcases were triangular at the top and had wooden glazing bars to hold the glass in place. Chinese Chippendale creations often included cabinets and shelves for china, and typically features pagoda-style pediments and glazing bars arranged in a fretwork design. This fretwork was also used on the edges of tea tables and on the backs and legs of chairs, often coated with lacquer. Modern Chippendale furniture Chippendale furniture continues to be popular in modern times as the furnishings are not only attractive and help to create an upmarket, classic feel in the home, they are also hardwearing and long-lasting. While original furniture from the 1700s is hard to come by – especially in a well-preserved form, you can invest in replica pieces made from solid mahogany that is virtually undetectable as a modern equivalent. Mahogany is a reddish-brown hardwood that is extremely durable and ideal for carving. It resists wood rot and can be transformed into items of furniture that, with little maintenance, will last for years. You’ll find bedside tables, writing desks and dressing tables among the Chippendale furniture available, and simply need to wipe the furnishings down with a damp cloth to remove dust that has settled. To keep your mahogany Chippendale furniture in good condition, avoid placing it near to sunlight, as this can cause the wood’s colour to fade. Similarly, furnishings should not stand near to radiators or fireplaces. Avoid placing hot dishes directly on your Chippendale furniture, and use coasters lined underneath with felt, as other materials may scratch or damage the wood. You can also add extra shine to your furniture by giving it a regular polish when the pieces are beginning to look a little dull.


The Russian rouble is made up of 100 what?

RUB (Russian Ruble) Definition | Investopedia RUB (Russian Ruble) DEFINITION of 'RUB (Russian Ruble)' The currency abbreviation the Russian ruble (RUB), the currency for Russia. The Russian ruble is made up of 100 kopeks and does not have an official symbol. Although no symbol exists officially, py6 (three Cyrillic characters which are the equivalent of RUB in Russian) is currently used. BREAKING DOWN 'RUB (Russian Ruble)' The Russian ruble has been redenominated six times since 1922. Today's ruble, the seventh ruble, has been around since its redenomination in 1998, when it replaced the sixth ruble at a rate of 1,000:1. Trading Center


Which film awards are presented by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association?

Hollywood Foreign Press Association | Britannica.com Hollywood Foreign Press Association THIS IS A DIRECTORY PAGE. Britannica does not currently have an article on this topic. Alternative Titles: HFPA, Hollywood Foreign Correspondents Association Learn about this topic in these articles:   in Golden Globe Award any of the awards presented annually by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) in recognition of outstanding achievement in motion pictures and television during the previous year. Within the entertainment industry, the Golden Globes are considered second in importance both to the Academy Awards (for film) and to the Emmy Awards (for television), and the televised awards ceremony is a...


The Austrian schilling was made up of 100 what?

ATS (Austrian Schilling) Definition | Investopedia ATS (Austrian Schilling) DEFINITION of 'ATS (Austrian Schilling)' The currency abbreviation, or currency symbol, for the Austrian schilling (ATS), the currency for Austria from 1924 to 1938 and between 1945 to 1999. The schilling is made up of 100 groschen and is often presented with the symbol S or öS. The Austrian schilling still circulated in Austria from 1999 until 2002, when it was replaced by the euro at a conversion rate of 13.7603 schillings for every euro. BREAKING DOWN 'ATS (Austrian Schilling)' The first schilling was established in December of 1924 by the Schilling Act (Schillingrechnungsgesetz) and was equivalent to 10,000 Austro-Hungarian kronen. A second schilling was created in November of 1947 according to the "Schilling Law", with a conversion rate of 3 old schillings for 1 new schilling. Later, in 1950, the currency was pegged to the U.S. dollar at $1 to 26 schillings. The 1970s saw the collapse of the Bretton Woods system and the schilling was tied to a basket of trade-weighted European currencies (1971) and then to the Deutsche mark (1976). Trading Center


Which organisations controlled trade and economic life in medieval times?

Economy in the Middle Ages | Middle Ages Economy in the Middle Ages Written by Simon Newman The Domesday Book The middle ages economy was characterized by deep social stratification and a largely agricultural system. Even before the Normans invaded England, the market economy was an essential part of life in the medieval society. When the Normans invaded England, they imposed their institutions including serfdom, over the manorial intuitions that were already present in most parts of Europe. Even though the medieval economy grew and transformed, agriculture continued to be the mainstay in the medieval market economy. Manorial System: Early Agriculture The manorial system was an integral part of the social and economic structure of the middle ages. The system created the mode of cultivating plants that we today know as horticulture. The manorial system is the economic, political and social system in which peasants in the Middle Ages economy depended on both their land and that of their masters to derive a living. The basic element of the manorial system was the manor which was a self-efficient estate controlled by the lord. The lord enjoyed the land rights and the right to control the peasants through serfdom. The lord maintained authority over both the workers in the land and the land itself to ensure that civil order was maintained. The economic hardship that was aggravated by the barbarian wars of the 5th and 6th century, the famine and diseases saw many laborers give up their land and freedom to work under the protection of the influential local lords. As such, the peasants were guaranteed protection and access to land in which they could provide economic service to their master. This was a form of barter trade: security for economic service. This system gave in to the structure of feudalism in which kings would give local lords gifts of land in exchange for loyalty and maintenance of local civil order. Money In the Middle Ages economy, money was in the form of metal coins. The type of metal determined how much a coin cost, with the most valuable ones being copper, silver and gold. The coins not only varied in the type of metal they were made of but also in shape, size, weight, metal purity and the inscriptions on them. During the reign of the Byzantine Empire, gold, copper and silver were minted in Constantinople, which was the largest mint, but there were other mints scattered in different provinces. The medieval Islamic community did not have its own coins but when they overthrew the Byzantines, they took over the minting system and began to produce their own coins. The dinar was the most valuable coin in the Islamic medieval economy. In Europe the coins were very varied due to the many authorities that existed at that time; the coins varied in shape, size and weight but an increase in trade and financial transaction led to the standardization of these coins, allowing for trans-regional trade. Types of Jobs and the Guild System The most common job in the medieval economy was that of a peasant farmer who worked in the manors of their lords. Each manor was made up of a number of acres in which the peasant farmers would work in to produce food for their villages and lords. In addition to farming, the farmers also kept sheep and the women were in charge of shearing the sheep, spinning the wool and sewing the clothes. Women were able to seek jobs such as seamstresses and laundresses. Other middle ages occupations included artisans who produced commodities made from glass, wood, clay and iron. The artisans included weavers, shoemakers, masons, blacksmiths, tailors and carpenters. Other common jobs included working as bakers, beer brewers, millers and vintners. As trade increased toward the end of the medieval times, merchants became very important. The rise of the merchants boosted the development of towns and cities in the middle ages. Other important professionals included dentists, barbers, teachers and surgeons who focused on the human services sector. The 12th and 13th century saw significant growth and expansion in


How are comedians Giedroyc and Perkins better known?

Mel Giedroyc reveals the secrets of Bake Off - Telegraph Great British Bake Off Mel Giedroyc reveals the secrets of Bake Off Mel on....why Mary Berry should be Prime Minister (and definitely not Nigel  Farage), what Sue Perkins watches while filming, and when contestants turn  into divas Mel Giedroyc at home Photo: Andrew Crowley/The Telegraph Comments Mel Giedroyc never thought that The Great British Bake Off would be a hit – a bunch of fake flowers in her kitchen is testament to the fact. “I nicked them from the Bake Off set, series one. They’re really good ones, they’re worth £600,” says Giedroyc, pointing to the high shelf where the vase sits. “The props man knew that I loved them, and on the last day, he presented me with them. I thought, ‘Listen, this show’s never going to go again. No one’s going to notice.’ So I half-inched them.” That was four years ago. Not only did Bake Off go again, but it became a massive hit, transferring from BBC Two to BBC One and triumphing as the highest-rated TV show of 2014. Its kitchen controversies – such as contestant Ruby Tandoh’s abuse on Twitter in 2013, and last year’s “Bingate” when Iain Watters threw his Baked Alaska away in a huff – have gripped the nation. Giedroyc acknowledges that its ratings might one day fall – “It could well do a soufflé” – but there are no signs of that yet. For series six, which will start filming this spring and start airing from August, Giedroyc is already planning activities for lulls in the filming. “We’ve watched Mad Men, the box set. This year I’m going to bring The Prisoner,” she says. “And Sue Perkins and I have started knitting quite a lot. My plan is to knit a whole jumper.” As the show’s co-presenters, says Giedroyc, she and Perkins are there to support and encourage the bakers – even the few who let the telly go to their heads. “When they get beyond episode three, somebody will turn into a diva,” she says. “Usually only one. I’m sure it’s due to stress, in the main, and not due to just being horrid people.” Related Articles 10 Feb 2013 Giedroyc won’t name names, but she does have a tale to tell. “I was sitting in the loo once, and I heard a baker – who shall remain nameless – speak in a very high-handed manner to the lady of the house, demanding that she cook her an omelette in a special way. This is the lady on whose land we are filming. And I thought, ‘Ooh, hello, you’ve turned.’” But, adds Giedroyc, the divas don’t tend to last long. “Their baking goes downhill. They become too focused on moi, moi, moi.” By contrast, she has high praise for last year’s surprise winner, Nancy Birtwhistle (“the right winner – a gorgeous, quality individual”) and the surprise runner-up, Richard Burr (“I felt for him, a lovely bloke”). Mel and Sue on the hugely popular Great British Bake Off (BBC) And she is fascinated by the suggestion – whispered to me privately last year by a senior BBC executive – that in fact Bake Off makes a silent feminist statement, because all three prominent on-screen women - Mel, Sue and Mary Berry - literally wear the trousers. “That is extraordinary. That’s great,” says Giedroyc, pausing to contemplate for a moment. “I think it says a lot about the show, actually. And we all wear jeans as well – there’s a slightly frontier, cowboy element. Bezza loves a jean. Sue and I, it’s out of sheer laziness, and the styling budget is very low. I don’t think we’re making any conscious political feminist statement with that, but I like the idea that it’s subconscious. Frontiers-women. I like that.” Giedroyc and Perkins’s double act – known universally as “Mel and Sue” – first fronted girl-power TV in 1997, with their Channel 4 daytime show Light Lunch. They had met at Cambridge University and have remained, says Giedroyc, firm friends ever since – even, she protests, when Perkins’s solo career was going much better than her own. Mel Giedroyc with her husband, Ben Morris, and daughters Florence and Vita (The Picture Library Ltd) Giedroyc met her husband, the TV director Ben Morris, in 2000, and they had their first daughter, Florence, i


What was first published in Edinburgh between 1768 and 1771 thanks to the efforts of the 'Society of Gentlemen in Scotland'?

HISTORY OF SCOTLAND Enjoy the Famous Daily Act of Union: 1707 Given the centuries of hostility between Scotland and England, with warfare even in the 17th century under a shared Stuart king, the union of the two kingdoms seems to come with surprising suddeness. It has been under discussion for a considerable time, for James VI and I tries to achieve it after inheriting the English throne in 1603. But the idea meets with little favour (although imposed during the Commonwealth ) until the early 18th century. The motivation in 1707 is largely economic for the Scots and political for the English.   Scotland has recently suffered a disastrous failure in setting up a colony in 1698 in Darien, on the isthmus of Panama. By the time the experiment is abandoned, in 1700, it is estimated to have cost ï¿½200,000 and some 2000 lives. Tariff-free access to all English markets, both in Britain and in the developing colonies, seems commercially a rather more attractive option. For England, engaged in lengthy wars with the French (who are sympathetic to the exiled Stuart dynasty), it is attractive to remove the danger of any threat from the country's only land border. The union of the kingdoms creates an island realm.   The Act of Union abolishes the Scottish parliament, giving the Scots instead a proportion of the seats at Westminster (forty-five in the commons, sixteen in the lords). Scotland's legal system, radically different from English common law, is specifically safeguarded. There is unrest and warfare in Scotland during much of the 18th century because a strong faction, particularly in the Highlands, supports the Jacobite cause (the claim to the throne of the exiled Stuarts). This discontent erupts twice, in the rebellions of 1715 and 1745 . But the majority of Scots are content with a new role in a kingdom united under the title Great Britain. A renewal of Scottish nationalism must await the 20th century.   Stuarts in exile: 1689-1745 The Stuart dynasty does not come to an end, on the thrones of Scotland and England, until the death of Queen Anne in 1714. The revolution of 1688 has merely brought in a junior branch of the royal house, in place of the Catholic James VII and II (of Scotland and England). James lives in exile in France from 1689 until his death in 1701. With the exiled king is his son, also James, born in 1688 and in terms of descent undeniably the rightful heir to the two kingdoms. In 1701 Louis XIV, eager to offend Britain, recognises the young prince as James VIII of Scotland and James III of England in succession to his father. These are the titles by which he is known to his supporters, the Jacobites . But to the English he is merely the Old Pretender.   James is the older of two pretenders because the Jacobite cause remains a passionate theme in British history long enough to support another. James's son, Charles Edward Stuart, is born in 1720. Known as the Young Pretender, or more romantically as Bonnie Prince Charlie, he takes on the leadership of the Stuart cause and presses it with considerably greater vigour than his father. Between them they make three attempts to recover their throne. James first embarks from France to lead an uprising in Scotland in 1708, but he is prevented from landing in the Firth of Forth by the arrival of a British fleet. Seven years later he tries again, in response to efforts made by his followers at home.   A Jacobite uprising in Scotland, launched by the earl of Mar in September 1715, tempts James to cross from France later that year. He lands in December and goes to Scone , where preparations are under way for his coronation. But, finding his supporters disorganized and incompetent, the Old Pretender decides that discretion should indeed be the better part of valour. By February he is back in France. The fiasco of this uprising of 1715, often known simply as the Fifteen, ensures that the Hanoverians are secure on the English throne. But the Jacobite cause remains a romantic one, passionately held. It surfaces again thirty years later in a final and more serious attempt, the


If you drove an M5 performance luxury saloon car what make of car would you drive?

2000 BMW M5 - User Reviews - CarGurus User Reviews Displaying all 7     2000 BMW M5 reviews. CarGurus https://www.cargurus.com 2000 BMW M5 BMW M5 2000 Base Zaven writes: 1 5 5 35 Nice — good car,nice color,very nice sound system,fast enough,one of the best 5 series ever made,very conformable options,very bad on gas,most important my son Harut loves it and he wants me to keep the car so he can drive it when he gets his driver license Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.) Pros: look Is this helpful? Yes | No Looking for a Used M5 in your area? CarGurus has 643 nationwide M5 listings starting at $6,990. ZIP: 2000 BMW M5 BMW M5 2000 Base Tai writes: 1 5 5 55 2000 Bmw M5 — the car is amazing. with a top speed of 315km/h being pumped out of a non-turbo V8 engine., suade roof liner, and fully loaded leather seats and dash. the price tag aint so bad either. being that it is a 2000 the price has come right down to anywhere from 21,000-35,000. which is pretty cheap for an entry level super car Pros: the overall performance of the car is spectacular Cons: it's cost alot of money for parts when it comes to fixing it Is this review helpful? Yes | No CarGurus https://www.cargurus.com 2000 BMW M5 BMW M5 2000 Base Andrew writes: 1 5 5 45 Bmw M5 — Excellent car overall. The performance is fantastic. It accelerates smoothly and strongly. The build quality is decent for the most part. It has needed some work recently (new valve cover seals, a/c blower motor) and also the cupholders are worthless, but overall, it's about what you would expect from a German car. The gas mileage isn't great (around 16-18mpg on average), and the maintenance is expensive (but infrequent luckily). However, it's an absolute blast to drive, and there isn't much that comes close to it. Pros: Performance, Luxury-factor Cons: Slow navigation system, fuel economy, maintenance costs 1 of 1 people found this review helpful. Is this helpful? Yes | No CarGurus https://www.cargurus.com 2000 BMW M5 BMW M5 2000 M5evo Alex writes: 445 Fantastic — the best car ever made, it is so fast not many cars can keep up with it wen its been de ristricted. very well buit. very refiend, smooth quiet . its more like a luxery family super car. fantastic to drive ( which bmw isnt ) once you drive a m5 there is nothing that can compair. it is legendery. you can sit doing 120mph. with 2 fingers on the wheel. you know exactley whats going on with the car, and there is no drama. many times i drive the long way home. just to drive it. and some times i find my self just going out in the car, just to drive i dont go anywere i just go for a drive. the 5 series bimmer has been rated as the best car in the world, many critics have all said the same.  but its not all great. living in the uk. it is expensive on the petrol. but worth every penny. keep away from dealerships when it comes to servicing. they will pull your pants down when things do go wrong it is expensive to fix,but to be fair they dont go wrong often. if your gonna buy a second hand bimmer you cant go wrong with a 5 series. as a car and a machine. there isnt anything i can think of that is better to drive or live with. if you buy one it will become part of your family. Pros: brilliant to drive, looks stunning, very fast. great handling Cons: thirsty, expensive spare parts . Is this review helpful? Yes | No CarGurus https://www.cargurus.com 2000 BMW M5 BMW M5 2000 Base NYJETFB writes: 1 5 5 35 The Ultimate Driving Machine — You simply cant have more fun that driving the e39 m5. It can be tuned to your liking and will spank just about every car out there without them knowing what hit them. The cabin is sumptuous, the six speed and handling create confidence. This is the BMW you drive when you want the Ultimate Driving Machine. Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.) Pros: Fast, comfortable, with a slick six speed. Simply the Ultimate Driving Machine Cons: Sucks gas, and the 10w _60 oil makes sure that nothing you do to this car is cheap 1 of 2 peo