Who is the leader of the Decepticons (usually)?

Decepticon leader | Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Marvel Comics Note: Events from the UK-only comic stories are in italics. Megatron was at first the sole Decepticon leader. Under his leadership, much of Cybertron was conquered. When Megatron disappeared, Trannis seized power, destroying Iacon and forcing the Autobots underground. After the Wreckers killed Trannis, Straxus took command of the Decepticons on Cybertron. When Megatron was defeated shortly after the Decepticons reactivated, Military Operations Commander Shockwave defeated the Autobots and usurped Megatron, reducing him to second-in-command . However, Megatron was soon defeated by the Dinobots , allowing Shockwave to fully assume command. Megatron's subsequent return saw a joint leadership, while Megatron was able to use logic to convince Shockwave to give him full leadership. After seemingly killing Optimus Prime , Megatron went mad and apparently killed himself, allowing Shockwave to assume full leadership again. Meanwhile, after receiving a mayday from the Earth bound Decepticons, Straxus constructed a space bridge that linked Earth and Cybertron, only for Straxus to be killed when it was attacked by Perceptor 's resistance cell. Fuel Auditor Ratbat emerged as the most powerful Decepticon in Polyhex , entering into an uneasy alliance with Shockwave. While this was going on, the Decepticon Scorponok took his unit to follow Fortress Maximus to Nebulos , where he underwent binary bonding with Zarak . Following Fortress Maximus to Earth, Scorponok also entered an uneasy alliance with Shockwave and Ratbat. With this many bytes of aggression, the stage was set for a coup. Ultimately, it came about that Air Commander Starscream was the catalyst that launched a rebellion. When the Decepticons learned that the legendary Underbase was coming to Earth, Starscream caused the Decepticons to turn against each other. By the end of the conflict, Shockwave was presumed to have burned up on reentry into Earth's atmosphere, Ratbat was shot dead by Scorponok, and Starscream was killed when he tried to absorb the Underbase's power. Without any rivals, Scorponok easily settled into power as Earth's sole Decepticon leader. Meanwhile, on Cybertron, Thunderwing petitioned the Decepticon High Council to be appointed leader of the Decepticon army. His bid was successful. Learning that the Autobots were searching for the Creation Matrix , Thunderwing managed to gain the Matrix and corrupted it. Thunderwing was ultimately killed, and the Matrix believed destroyed. With Unicron fast approaching Cybertron, Optimus Prime made the decision to surrender to Scorponok, in return for allying with the Autobots against Unicron. Scorponok planned to betray Prime, but Zarak later agreed to the alliance. However, Scorponok's troops were growing disgruntled, especially by his recruitment of Starscream, who had decimated them months earlier then was resurrected by Megatron, who had survived his space bridge suicide (only to be fused together with Autobot Chief Medical Officer Ratchet ). Taking advantage of this, Shockwave, who had survived his burn-up, managed to get several disgruntled Decepticons to ally with him and attack Scorponok's group. Ultimately, they were all transported to Cybertron by Primus , who named Optimus Prime as the commander of Cybertron's united army. During the battle with Unicron, Optimus Prime and Scorponok were both killed. As Shockwave and Starscream fled the dying Cybertron, Bludgeon was acclaimed Decepticon leader by the surviving Decepticons. He led the Decepticons in the conquest of Klo , then massacred the Autobots who arrived to stop them. However, Optimus Prime had been revived by the Last Autobot , whom Bludgeon had worshipped as the Ultimate Warrior. The Last Autobot revived the fallen Autobots, and Bludgeon agreed to lead the Decepticons into exile...planning to bide their time. Shockwave, meanwhile, had hijacked the Ark alongside Starscream with the intention of using it to conquer Earth. He didn't count on an alternate timeline


What is Sodium Chloride? - Definition, Structure & Formula - Video & Lesson Transcript | Study.com What is Sodium Chloride? - Definition, Structure & Formula Watch short & fun videos Start Your Free Trial Today An error occurred trying to load this video. Try refreshing the page, or contact customer support. You must create an account to continue watching Register for a free trial Are you a student or a teacher? I am a student Start Your Free Trial To Continue Watching As a member, you'll also get unlimited access to over lessons in math, English, science, history, and more. Plus, get practice tests, quizzes, and personalized coaching to help you             succeed. Coming up next: Mole-to-Mole Ratios and Calculations of a Chemical Equation You're on a roll. Keep up the good work! Your next lesson will play in 10 seconds 0:12 What is a Salt? 0:45 Characteristics of… Add to Add to Add to Want to watch this again later? Log in or sign up to add this lesson to a Custom Course. Custom Courses are courses that you create from Study.com lessons. Use them just like other courses to    track progress, access quizzes and exams, and share content. Teachers Organize and share selected lessons with your class. Make planning easier by creating your own custom course. Students Create a new course from any lesson page or your dashboard. From any lesson page: Click "Add to" located below the video player and follow the prompts to name your course and save your lesson. From your dashboard: Click on the "Custom Courses" tab, then click "Create course". Next, go to any lesson page and begin     adding lessons. Edit your Custom Course directly from your dashboard. Personalize: Name your Custom Course and add an optional description or learning objective. Organize: Create chapters to group lesson within your course. Remove and reorder chapters and lessons at any time. Share your Custom Course or assign lessons and chapters. Teacher Edition: Share or assign lessons and chapters by clicking the "Teacher" tab on the lesson or chapter page you want to     assign.     Students' quiz scores and video views will be trackable in your "Teacher" tab. Premium Edition: You can share your Custom Course by copying and pasting the course URL. Only Study.com members will be able to access the     entire course. Create an account to start this course today Try it free for 5 days! Lesson Transcript Instructor: John Williams Sodium chloride is a compound formed from the ionic bonding of sodium and chloride. The result is a salt that is very important biologically and commercially. This article discusses sodium chloride, its properties, and its uses. What Is a Salt? We see it on the tables of restaurants, in shakers at home, and taste it when we swim in the ocean. But what really is a salt? Salts are inorganic compounds, which means they do not contain carbon and hydrogen together in one molecule. Salts form when a positively-charged atom, called a cation, attracts a negatively charged atom, known as an anion. This positive to negative attraction is known as an ionic bond and is key in maintaining the chemical structure of salts. One of the most important salts in nature and biological systems is sodium chloride. Let's look at sodium chloride and discuss what makes it such a valuable salt in nature. Characteristics of a Sodium Chloride Sodium chloride is formed when sodium atoms interact with chlorine atoms. When this occurs, sodium will donate an electron (which is a negatively-charged particle) to chlorine. This makes sodium slightly positive and chlorine slightly negative. Opposite charges attract, right? So then, sodium ions will attract chloride ions and form an ionic bond. By the way, chloride is the term used to designate the anion form of chlorine. The result is a crystallized salt that has properties that are different from the two parent elements (sodium and chlorine). The chemical formula for sodium chloride is NaCl, which means that for every sodium atom present, there is exactly one chloride atom. Sodium chlorid


"What is the missing word in the French phrases ""___ d'etat"" and ""___ de grace""?"

Learn and Understand Common French Phrases Using "Coup De" French Expressions Using "Coup De" written by: Jenn Mercer            • edited by: Rebecca Scudder            • updated: 9/4/2012 Understand how the French expression "coup de" is used throughout the French language, both directly and idiomatically. Study these phrases so that you can tell the difference between "coup de tonnerre," a thunderbolt, and "coup de foudre," not lightning, but love at first sight. slide 1 of 5 Knock; Blow; Strike The French word coup means “knock" or “blow." However it is used in French expressions much more often than this humble meaning would suggest. A few of these French expressions such as“coup d’état" and “coup de grâce" have even been adopted into English, but there are far more in use in French. Some expressions using "coup de" are simple to decipher, but others are more idiomatic. By mastering these "coup de" expressions, you can learn how to communicate in French on subjects from sports to weather. The simplest of these expressions are the most straightforward–“coup de coude," or elbow blow, means “nudge"and “coup de pinceau" means “ brush stroke." Nonetheless, some of the most interesting French idiomatic expressions use this phrase as well. One romantic example is “coup de foudre." This literally means “lightning strike," but it is best translated as “love at first sight." In a similar vein, “coup d’oeil" means “glimpse" or “view." slide 2 of 5 Military Terminology Coup de is also used with weaponry from swords to modern artillery. A “coup de pointe" is a rapier thrust while a “coup de poignard" is a stabbing. “Coup de feu" and “coup de fusil" are used interchangeably for “gun shot" and “pistol shot." This idea expands naturally to “coup de canon" or “cannon shot," which may lead to a “coup mortel" or “coup fatal"–mortal blow and death blow respectively. Even the aforementioned term “coup d’état" is the term for a military takeover. slide 3 of 5 Sports The world of sports is less violent, but still it has its own share of expressions using “coup de." Many of these are from the world of soccer, such as “coup de pied" meaning “kick" and “coup de pied de but" or “goal kick." A similar term, “coup de pied tombé" refers to a “dropkick" which could be used in many sports. There is also the “coup de tête" for a “header" shot, as well as the “coup de pénalité" or “penalty shot." In addition, there are tennis terms such as “coup droit" or “forehand" and the universal “coup de sifflet final," meaning “final whistle." slide 4 of 5 Weather Finally, if you cannot talk about anything else, you can at least talk about the weather . These terms range from the straightforward, “coup de froid" meaning a “cold snap" and “coup de vent" for a “gust of wind" to French idiomatic expressions such as “coup de soleil" for a “sunburn." Other useful terms include “coup de chaleur" for “heat stroke" and “coup de tonnerre" for a “thunderclap." slide 5 of 5 Learn More Terms using “coup de" have meanings from the easy to the obtuse; learning a few of these phrases can help you communicate expressivly on a range of subjects. Find out more by downloading a free list in Word format of the French Expressions using “coup de" used in this article, plus a few extras. You can also read more about French Idioms. Hopefully, this article has been a real “coup de main"or “helping hand" for your French language skills. ◄ ● ● ● ● ● ►


What is the profession of Alfred Pennyworth and Jeeves?

The Jeeves - TV Tropes The Jeeves You need to login to do this. Get Known if you don't have an account Share Zany Schemes abound, but Stephen Fry barely lifts an eyebrow . Ever notice a lot of butlers are named Jeeves? You know, I think when you name a baby "Jeeves"... you've pretty much mapped out his future, wouldn't you say? Not much chance he's gonna be a hitman, I think, after that. "Terribly sorry, sir, but I'm going to have to whack you." — Seinfeld , "The Pilot Pt. 2" The Jeeves is the perfect British butler, valet, or manservant. Always well-dressed, unfailingly polite, devoted to his employer... and usually much smarter or more level-headed than his employer , too. Usually can manipulate him so subtly that he does not even have to speak With Due Respect to achieve his ends. The canonical example is Jeeves himself, from the Jeeves and Wooster short stories and novels of P. G. Wodehouse and the Jeeves and Wooster TV series based on them. The original Jeeves, just for the record, is a valet, not a butler — that is, he's a personal manservant, not a chief of domestic staff; as a bachelor living in a flat, Wooster doesn't have the kind of staff to warrant a butler. The same is true of many examples of this trope, as the two roles are commonly confused. A somewhat common subversion, which began while Wodehouse was still writing, is to have the butler as a brutish thug (and possibly a Battle Butler ). Both the original and the subversion are examples of an actually useful kind of valet taken to the logical extreme. After all, if an aristocrat is in fact foolish and incompetent, then a competent valet is an urgent necessity if they are to survive everyday life. Conversely, an aristocrat may find it useful to have a brutish thug on retainer to deal with certain... inconvenient problems. Note that The Jeeves, even if a valet, is not prone to the No Hero to His Valet plot, generally having a clear view of his master's faults and virtues, though he may, on occasion, allow his view of the former to jaundice his view of the latter.Usually a Hypercompetent Sidekick . Complete opposite of the Bumbling Sidekick . If the Jeeves should appear in a work of Mystery Fiction , expect copious Lampshade Hanging on the idea that The Butler Did It . Examples: Pagan, the Darlian family butler from Mobile Suit Gundam Wing . Tokita, the Itoshiki-family butler in Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei . He's ultra-competent and seems more sensible than his employers, although since this is a World Gone Mad , he has his own quirks. In Wild Rose , Mikhail's butler Bernt is utterly unflappable and appears like a phantom the moment Kiri slacks off in his work. Riffael Raffit of Count Cain is an ex-medical-student, beyond competent, devoted to a fault, and always turns up right when his master needs him. Until it turns out he's even more mentally unstable than Cain is, at least. Nurse Angel Ririka SOS has Shion, the faultlessly loyal butler to Princely Young Man Nozomu Kanou. He's always level-headed; the only time his composure breaks is when Kanou collapses from exhaustion. The man is even calm after being mortally wounded.     Comic Books  Alfred Pennyworth from Batman . And yes, given the title used for a military officer's personal assistant, that makes him Batman's batman. He's also a Battle Butler in several incarnations, with British military and/or espionage training. Keeps Batman from either giving up, or going too far into Knight Templar territory. While he isn't more intelligent or deductive than Batman (though he has his moments), he's certainly wiser than he is. This has changed over the years. When first introduced, Alfred was primarily there for comic relief, particularly in the role of a self-styled detective who either had to be rescued from the danger his bungling efforts got him into by Batman and Robin, or who triumphed by sheer luck and/or slapstick humour. Later, the detective angle was dropped, but one thing that remained that exemplifies this trope is that Alfred turned up at the door of Wayne Manor one day, announced to a startled Br


What word can refer either to trash or a type of Chinese ship?

Junk | Define Junk at Dictionary.com C17: from Portuguese junco, from Javanese jon; related to Dutch jonk Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012 Word Origin and History for junk Expand n. "worthless stuff," mid-14c., junke "old cable or rope" (nautical), of uncertain origin, perhaps from Old French junc "rush, reed," also used figuratively as a type of something of little value, from Latin iuncus "rush, reed" (but OED finds "no evidence of connexion"). Nautical use extended to "old refuse from boats and ships" (1842), then to "old or discarded articles of any kind" (1884). Junk food is from 1971; junk art is from 1966; junk mail first attested 1954. "Chinese sailing ship," 1610s, from Portuguese junco, from Malay jong "ship, large boat" (13c.), probably from Javanese djong. v. 1803, "to cut off in lumps," from junk (n.1). The meaning "to throw away as trash, to scrap" is from 1908. Related: Junked; junking. New settlers (who should always be here as early in the spring as possible) begin to cut down the wood where they intend to erect their first house. As the trees are cut the branches are to be lopped off, and the trunks cut into lengths of 12 or 14 feet. This operation they call junking them; if they are not junked before fire is applied, they are much worse to junk afterwards. [letter dated Charlotte Town, Nov. 29, 1820, in "A Series of Letters Descriptive of Prince Edward Island," 1822] Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper Slang definitions & phrases for junk Expand


Who did Ringo Starr replace as drummer for The Beatles?

Ringo Starr - Biography - IMDb Ringo Starr Biography Showing all 96 items Jump to: Overview  (4) | Mini Bio  (1) | Spouse  (2) | Trade Mark  (5) | Trivia  (51) | Personal Quotes  (32) | Salary  (1) Overview (4) 5' 6" (1.68 m) Mini Bio (1) Ringo Starr is a British musician, actor, director, writer, and artist best known as the drummer of The Beatles who also coined the title 'A Hard day's Night' for The Beatles' first movie. He was born Richard Starkey on July 7, 1940, in a small two-storey house in the working class area of Liverpool, Merseyside, England. His father, Richard Starkey, was a former dockworker turned baker; his mother, Elsie (Gleave) Starkey, was a bakery worker. His parents divorced when he was three and he and his mother, Elsie, moved to another home in Liverpool. While attending Silas Infants' Schools he suffered from many afflictions that basically ruined his education: he had constant abdominal pains, was once diagnosed with a ruptured appendix that led to an inflamed peritoneum, which also led to one of his first surgeries. Ringo was in a coma, and his recovery took a couple of months, during which more operations were performed, and he was known to be accident-prone. Shortly after he came out of the coma, he was trying to offer a toy bus to another boy in an adjoining bed, but fell and suffered from a concussion. When he finally was able to go back to school, he learned that he was far behind in his studies. At age 13 he caught a cold that turned into chronic pleurisy, causing him another stay at a hospital in Liverpool. A few lung complications followed, which resulted in a treatment in yet another children's hospital, this time until 1955. Meanwhile, Richard's mother Elsie had married Harry Graves, the man who her son referred to as a "step-ladder". At the age of 15 he could barely read or write, although he had aptitude for practical subjects such as woodwork and mechanics. At that time he dropped out of school and got his first job was as a delivery boy for British Rail. His second job was a barman on a ferry to New Brighton, and his next was as a trainee joiner at Henry Hunt & Sons. Ringo injured his finger on the first day of his new job, and then he decided to become a drummer. His dream came true, when his stepfather bought him a new drum kit, and Richard promised to be the best drummer ever. In 1957, together with Eddie Miles, he started his own band called 'Eddie Clayton Skiffle Group'. At that time he became known as Ritchie, and eventually became caught in the Liverpool's Skiffle craze. Although he was self-taught, he was a good time-keeper, and developed an original beat with his signature accentuations, due to his left-handed manner of playing on the right-handed drum set. He traveled from band to band, but he eventually landed a spot with "Raving Texans", which was a backing band for Rory Storm, later known as "Rory Storm & The Hurricanes", a popular band at that time Liverpool. Rory Storm encouraged Richard to enhance his career by legally changing his name to Ringo Starr. The Hurricanes topped the bill at one of Liverpool's clubs, where The Beatles also had a gig. Ringo's group was at times sharing popularity with The Beatles and Gerry and the Pacemakers . He wanted to leave The Hurricanes to join another group called "The Seniors." Before Ringo, The Beatles tried several other drummers. At one point they were so desperate, that they even invited strangers from the audience to fill the position. Then came Pete Best who was not considered by the other band members to be the greatest drummer, and they were keen to recruit Ringo as his replacement. On June 6, 1962, at the Abbey Road studios, The Beatles passed Martin's audition with the exception of Pete Best. George Martin liked them, but recommended the change of a drummer. Being asked by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and George Harrison; Epstein fired Pete Best. After a mutual decision the band was completed with Ringo Starr. Ringo contributed to their first hit in September of 1962, when The Beatles recorded Love Me Do, which charted


What European company is the world's biggest furniture seller?

Building Decks: The Ultimate Guide 30 Sep Here is an epic listing of the 114 best online furniture stores and retailers. If you're looking to buy furniture, this is an excellent research resource. Welcome to our epic chart setting out 114 best online furniture stores and retailers. Search engines are great, but they don’t always neatly list websites in as neat and tidy of a fashion as you’d like. I spend a lot of time checking out furniture websites.   Over time, I’ve created a handy spreadsheet of online furniture retailers.   Since it’s a valuable resource for me, I figured other people might like access to one convenient chart of the top furniture stores online.   Here it is. You might want to bookmark this page.  As new stores pop up and as I discover new furniture store gems, I’ll update this chart. Please share this resource with the sharing buttons to the left. Ultimate List of the Top Furniture Stores Online 1. .: Amazon is the biggest online retailer for… everything.  It sells an enormous variety of furniture including budget-friendly, luxurious and everything in between.  In fact, most furniture retailers make a point of listing their wares on Amazon.  Amazon’s “” is definitely worth checking out regularly because you can save a great deal (and many products are featured as a deal of the day. Another very valuable online service Amazon offers is the volume and quality of the customer reviews for many, many products.  Even if you choose not to buy from Amazon, the customer reviews are worth reading for any product you considering buying. => Click here for our short list of furniture discount websites (save up to 70%). 2. .: Wayfair has one of the best furniture websites online because it’s super easy to search for exactly what you’re looking for.  Moreover, you can enter custom price ranges, which is a nice feature.  The furniture search results are almost always exact.  Another great feature Wayfair offers is called “Shop this Look” which is a huge database of professionally designed rooms with similar (and sometimes exact) product offerings depicted in the images. 3. .:  Hayneedle offers a wide range of furniture.  They are selective though and so they’re offerings are slimmer than Amazon.  What I like about Hayneedle is they offer “storyboards” which are room themes under which products are suggested.  Hayneedle is a great furniture website to browse around because they make the experience fun and effective. 4. .:  Modern Furniture Warehouse is one of my favorite living room furniture online stores because it’s all modern design.  They sell ultra modern furniture that isn’t available elsewhere.  If you’re in the market for modern furniture, you definitely want to check this online store out. 5. .:  Ebay is a great place to look for furniture, especially if you’re open to used items.  That said, many online furniture retailers list new products on Ebay as well.  Ebay TIP:  When bidding for products, check the sold listings for the same item to see what it’s sold for in the past.  This gives you a good idea as to what you can reasonably expect to pay. 6. .:  You have to appreciate this name (at least I do).  I like it… short, punchy and on-point.  Dwell offers modern furniture and home décor products.  The selection is not huge, but what they do offers is in line with their focus on all things modern and minimalist. 7. .:  All Modern is an online furniture store focusing on offering only modern furniture.  The offerings are for every room of the home.  You can find some great modern styles on this site. 8. .:  LexMod has a lot of fun and really promotes it’s “Deal of the Day” which is a heavily discounted furniture item.  It’s definitely worth checking out because you can save a lot of money.  The LexMod big picture is a website that focuses on selling modern furniture for every room of the home. 9. .:  BurkeDecor focuses on mid-century modern and European inspired furniture.  Much of their furniture is minimalist design, so if that’s the look you’re going for, visit BurkeDecor.  I like the style and furniture


"What ""shaping"" garment of the 19th century was meant to give women an hourglass figure?"

corset | clothing | Britannica.com clothing decorative art Corset, article of clothing worn to shape or constrict the waist and support the bosom, whether as a foundation garment or as outer decoration. During the early eras of corsetry, corsets—called stays before the 19th century and made stiff with heavy boning—molded a woman’s upper body into a V-shape and flattened and pushed up the breasts. Some were attached to petticoats or could be fastened to them in order to preserve a flat shape at the waist. Young children were also often fitted with corsets or stays in order to ensure straight spines and pleasing body shapes later in life. Later, as fashions changed, corsets became more hourglass-shaped to emphasize the female figure. Woman wearing corset and hoop skirt, Meissen porcelain figurine, German, 1741; in the Victoria and … Courtesy of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London The first evidence of corsetlike garments can be found in the art of the Minoan civilization , which depicts women wearing metal plates that slim the waist and accentuate the bust. Waist-shaping garments appeared sporadically in Europe during the Middle Ages , worn by members of both sexes. About the 15th century women began to wear bodices stiffened with paste, known then as a pair of bodys. In the 16th century that type of bodice became a separate article of underclothing, laced together either in front or in back and eventually supported throughout with strips of a firm material—such as wood , bone, or horn—between two layers of fabric. Corsets that were laced up the front were often covered by a decorated panel known as a stomacher that concealed the laces. The corset of 16th-century Spain was supported in the front by a vertically placed wooden or bone rod (or two, if the garment laced in the front) known as a busk, which produced a flat shape, and was reinforced elsewhere with whalebone stays. The busk became a predominant feature of later corsets, despite other changes. Queen Elizabeth of England, showing the queen adorned in Renaissance … Carlo Bevilacqua—Scala/Art Resource, New York Similar Topics


In what city would you find the Brandenburg Gate?

Berlin - Brandenburg Gate - visitBerlin.de EN Brandenburg Gate – © Scholvien Brandenburger Tor – ©Hotel Albrechtshof Berlin While the only remaining city gate of Berlin formerly used to represent the separation of the city between East and West Berlin, since the Berlin Wall came down in 1989 the Brandenburg Gate has now come to symbolise German unity. In addition, this gate made of sandstone is one of the finest examples of German classicism. Built according to the plans of Carl Gotthard Langhans from 1788 to 1791, the Brandenburg Gate is modelled on the Propylaeum of Athens’ Acropolis. On both sides, there are six Doric columns supporting the 11 meter-deep transverse beam, which divide the gate into five passages. In 1793, a quadriga designed by Johann Gottfried Schadow was placed on the gate, which points to the east in the direction of the city centre In light of a decision made by the Berlin Senate, since October 2002 the Brandenburg Gate has been closed for traffic, including buses and taxis. Pariser Platz The Pariser Platz in Berlin is considered as the city’s "best room” and indeed is also one of the most beautiful places in the capital. Around Pariser Platz, elegant town houses, embassies and the luxurious Adlon Hotel were built. The Liebermann house and the Sommer house, recently constructed at the left and right side of the Brandenburg Gate, are meant to be conceived as twins, whose architecture is based on the historical models of the Prussian architect Friedrich August Stüler. The building of the Dresdner Bank follows the conventions of the architectural design of Pariser Platz, without degenerating into historicism.. The French Embassy and the Embassy of the United States are two additional prominent establishments to be found at this historical place.


In everyday English, what is a contusion?

Bruises: Facts on Home Remedies and Treatments Read more on Bruises from Healthwise What Are Bruises? A bruise is a common skin discoloration that results from the breakage of tiny blood vessels leaking under the skin after a traumatic injury. Blood from damaged blood vessels beneath the skin collects near the surface to appear as what we recognize as a black and blue mark. This mark is from skin discoloration by red blood cells and their contents. A bruise is also known as a contusion. What Are Causes and Risk Factors for Bruises? Patient Comments Read 16 Comments Share Your Story People typically get bruises on the body when they bump into something or when something bumps into them. Risk factors for bruises include the following: Bruises can occur in some people who exercise rigorously, such as athletes and weight lifters. These bruises result from microscopic tears in blood vessels under the skin. Bruising in athletes can also result from direct impact/ trauma and be accompanied by an underlying hematoma (clotted blood). Unexplained, random bruises that occur easily or for no apparent reason may indicate a bleeding disorder or result from blood-thinning medications (anticoagulants), especially if the bruising is accompanied by frequent nosebleeds or bleeding gums. Often, what are thought to be unexplained bruises on the shin or the thigh, for example, actually result from bumps into a bedpost or other object and failing to recall the injury. Bruises in elderly people frequently occur because their skin has become thinner with age (senile purpura). The tissues that support the underlying blood vessels have become more fragile. Bruising on the back of the hands and arms (called actinic purpura or solar purpura) occurs because skin there is often sun-damaged and thin. Bruising occurs more commonly with vitamin C deficiency ( ascorbic acid deficiency or scurvy ). Bruising can be a sign of physical abuse of the child ( child abuse ). Alcohol abuse can cause people to bruise more easily. Certain medical conditions, including leukemia , hemophilia , liver disease , Cushing's disease, Marfan's syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, connective tissue diseases, iron-deficiency anemia , or aplastic anemia, can lead to easy bruising and bleeding. People taking certain types of medications may bruise more easily. These medications include: nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin and ibuprofen ( Advil , Motrin ); blood thinners such as warfarin ( Coumadin ), clopidogrel ( Plavix ), and heparin ; steroids ( prednisone ); and some medications used to treat cancer . Medically Reviewed by a Doctor on 9/1/2016 Medical Author:


"What Scottish pattern is often called ""plaid"" in the United States?"

Scottish and Scotch-Irish Americans - History, The scotch-irish, Immigration, Settlement patterns, Acculturation and Assimilation Scottish and Scotch-Irish Americans by Mary A. Hess Overview Scotland occupies roughly the northern one-third of the British Isles; its    area is 30,414 square miles (78,772 square kilometers), or about the size    of the state of Maine. A fault line separates the country into the    northern Highlands and the southern Lowlands, the agricultural and    industrial center of the country. In addition, there are several island    groups offshore, notably the Hebrides, Shetland, and Orkney Islands.    Two-thirds of the nation's population of 5,100,000 live in the    Lowlands, most near the country's two largest    cites—Edinburgh, the Scottish capital, and Glasgow. The other major    cities of Dundee and Aberdeen reflect Scotland's major industries,    particularly fishing and shipbuilding, and its strong ties to maritime    commerce. The name Scotland derives from a Gaelic word for    "wanderer." Although the Highlands occupy a greater land mass than the Lowlands, they    are more sparsely populated. There are also distinct cultural differences    between the two. Highlanders, who were organized in family groups called    clans, share a mostly Celtic culture and many are still Roman Catholic;    whereas the Lowlanders are mostly Presbyterian, and speak Scots, which is    an English-based language. A land of considerable natural beauty, Scotland is surrounded on three    sides by water—the Atlantic Ocean to the north and west, and the     North Sea to the east. Deep and narrow inlets known as firths penetrate the coastline of Scotland, while inland are distinctive glacial    lakes known as lochs, the most famous of which is Loch Ness, the home of    the fabled "Nessie," a prehistoric creature said to live in    the deepest part of the lake. HISTORY The earliest recorded history concerning the Scots comes from the Romans,    who controlled southern Britain in the first century A.D. In 84 A.D. , the Romans defeated the tribal armies of Scotland in battle but they    were unable to conquer the people. In an attempt to isolate the fierce    "barbarians," the Roman emperor Hadrian built a massive    stone wall, the remains of which are still visible traversing northern    England just south of the Scottish border. By the 600s, four tribal groups    had emerged: the Angles of the Southeast, related to the Germanic tribes    settling England at the time; the Britons of the southwest, a Celtic    people related to the Welsh; the Picts, also Celtic, who dominated the    Highlands; and the Scots, a Celtic group that settled the western islands    and cost from nearby Ireland. Christianity, brought by missionaries such    as St. Ninian and St. Columba, spread slowly among the tribes beginning in    about 400. Following the Viking invasions of the 800s and 900s, the four tribes    gradually united under Scottish kings such as Kenneth MacAlpin, who    brought the Scots and Picts together in 843 and is often called the first    king of Scotland. His descendants succeeded in gaining limited control    over rival kings and the feuding clans (groups of families related by    blood). One king who briefly unseated the dynasty was Macbeth of Moray,    who killed Duncan, a descendant of MacAlpin, in 1040. Eventually, the    Scots gave their name to the land and all its people, but the kings often    ruled in name only, especially in the remote Highlands where local clan    leaders retained their independence. In 1066 Norman invaders from France gained control of England. Powerful    new English rulers such as the thirteenth century's Edward I, who    was called "the Hammer of the Scots," gained influence over    the Scottish kings and helped shape culture in the Lowlands. Still the    Scots resisted English dominance, often allying with England's    enemy, France. One brief p


What stereotypical naval beverage was made with water, rum, and lemon juice?

Royal Canadian Navy Drinks&Toasts of the Day 1 pint cold beer or ale Pour into tall glass or mug, the rum first, and do not stir Bombo This was a favorite when the men were ashore in the West Indies.        It later became popular as an afternoon drink on the southern plantations        in the United States. Tall glass filled with ice cubes 2 ounces Pusser's 1/2 ounce sugar syrup Fill the glass with water, stir, and garnish with an orange slice         and cherry. Sprinkle nutmeg and cinnamon on top. Navy Punch This was a drink for the officers and those who came from the        quarterdeck. It was popular at dinner parties and balls. Shaker filled with ice cubes 1 ounce lime juice 2 ounces liquid sugar 3 ounces Pusser's Shake well, and pour into tall glass or large old fashioned glass         partly filled with ice. Garnish with fruit and sprinkle nutmeg on         top. Hot Toddy This was often issued under conditions of cold and fatigue when        rounding Cape Horn -- or "old Cape Stiff" as it was often called during        the many years before the Panama Canal. 2 ounces Pusser's 1 tablespoon brown sugar Place ingredients in a heavy earthenware mug, pour in hot water,         and top off with nutmeg and stick of cinnamon. Grog


What American city was famous for grunge music?

Best Grunge Bands - Top Ten List - TheTopTens® Best Grunge Bands Grunge was one of the most controversial types of music back in the day so let's see which band made it a legend! The Top Ten 1 Nirvana Nirvana was an American grunge band that was formed in Aberdeen, Washington in 1987. Nirvana disbanded after Kurt Cobain committed suicide in 1994. The drummer of the band, David Grohl, went on to start the Foo-Fighters, an alternative rock band. ... read more . No band of this genre can compare to Nirvana. Not many bands in history can compare to Nirvana! Kurt Cobain invented Grunge with his distorted guitar and his angst-full lyrics. The top six bands on this list are absolutely the best grunge bands ever! But nirvana does deserve the number one song because kurt invented grunge rock! They will always be one of the best bands in history R.I.P. Kurt Cobain33 Very very very epic band and just everything about it was amazing and I don't know how anybody can not like this band because it's just impossible not to be in love with this band no matter what. No other band can compare to Nirvana. The best band of all time V 66 Comments 2 Alice In Chains Alice in Chains is an American rock band formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1987 by guitarist and songwriter Jerry Cantrell and original lead vocalist Layne Staley. Layne's voice was unique and like no other grunge singer. It sends a chill down your spine. Layne will never be forgotten. Jerry's riffs and songwriting add it up. I didn't know what kind of rock music I liked until I heard of Alice in Chains. They influenced me into the grunge era, and got me to like other grunge bands like Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Stone Temple Plots and more. AIC had the best talent of all the bands that came out at this time. They have been overshadowed by the media darlings that Nirvana became. But obviously their talent was a given. Between Layne's beautiful voice and Jerry's great guitar riffs, backed back Mike and Sean's talent, these guys were always ahead of the game whether the media saw it or not. Nirvana will always be voted number one by this generation and it's not like that's bad nirvana kicked ass. However, alice in chains was insane I mean come on. Have you heard the song man in the box alice in chains is so beautifully dark they just embody grunge. Layne Staley's voice was perfect for what you would want in grunge but also so beautiful not to mention his harmonies with guitarist Jerry Cantrell. The power of Layne's voice just blows your mind and his sincerity and ability to turn his feeling's into sick imagery is unmatched. Take it from someone who appreciates all the IMPORTANT grunge bands. Nirvana is without a doubt 1st, Alice In Chains definitely clock in at 2nd, and I don't care what anyone says, the Smashing Pumpkins are 3rd. Alice's 3 albums with original vocalist Layne Stanley match up with Nirvanas 3 albums and the Pumpkins first 3. AIC is the darkest band to come out of the depths of Seattle and we're the first grunge band to reach gold or platinum with an album. V 74 Comments 3 Pearl Jam Pearl Jam is a Grunge Rock Band formed in Seattle, Washington in 1990. The band had comprised of Eddie Vedder, Mike McCready, Stone Gossard and Jeff Ament. ... read more . Pearl Jam is music I like to call Eargasm, or ear orgasm. They are amazing, and the best thing is, they're the only Grunge band to have never broken up or faded into obscurity. Instead, they have evolved, whether new direction is good or bad, and they have stuck with it. And although their early Grunge records, like Ten and Vs. Are still their best, I also appreciate how they tried new things instead of sticking with their Grunge sound because it's more comfortable. Forget best Grunge band; Pearl Jam is perhaps the greatest band in the history of music. - LoganRuckman Nirvana is the poster band of the Movement, and was the first successful grunge band, and no doubt with "Nevermind" had the best Grunge album, but Pearl Jam has more soul, and they are still around. Like all great bands their legend will only grow over t


"What type of tree has been decimated by a ""Dutch"" disease?"

Three American Tragedies: Chestnut Blight, Butternut Canker, and Dutch Elm Disease THREE AMERICAN TRAGEDIES: CHESTNUT BLIGHT, BUTTERNUT CANKER, AND DUTCH ELM DISEASE Scott E. Schlarbaum ( 1 ), Frederick Hebard ( 2 ), Pauline C. Spaine ( 3 ), and Joseph C. Kamalay ( 4 ) Abstract. Three North American tree species, American chestnut (Castanea dentata), butternut (Juglans cinerea), and American elm (Ulmus americana), have been devastated by exotic fungal diseases over the last century. American chestnut was eliminated from eastern forests as a dominant species by chestnut blight (Cryphonectria parasitica). Butternut is presently being extirpated, as butternut canker disease (Sirococcus clavigigenti-juglandacearum) spreads into northern populations. Urban and forest American elm populations have been decimated by Dutch elm disease (Ophiostoma ulmi and O. nova-ulmi). A combination of basic and applied research has been directed toward developing resistant trees of each species. Resistant American elms are now available for planting in urban settings. The prospects for reintroduction of resistant American chestnut, butternut, and American elm into eastern forests appear to be promising. Forest ecosystems are subjected to many biotic and abiotic stresses. Native insects and diseases, droughts, windstorms and wildfire periodically impact forests or specific tree species, leaving dead or weakened trees. The effects of these stresses may be manifested locally or over a large area, yet they do not cause species extinction. In contrast, exotic pests can threaten the continued existence of a species (cf. United States Congress, 1993). Often host species have not evolved genetic resistance to exotic pests, as coevolutionary processes have not occurred. Three prominent North American tree species, American chestnut [Castanea dentata (Marsh.) Borkh.], butternut (Juglans cinerea L.), and American elm (Ulmus americana L.) have been severely impacted by three exotic fungal diseases, chestnut blight [Cryphonectria parasitica (Murr.) Barr], butternut canker (Sirococcus clavigigenti-juglandacearum Nair, Kostichka & Kuntz), and Dutch elm disease [Ophiostoma ulmi (Buis.) Narruf. and O. nova-ulmi). Below is a brief account of the impacts of these diseases on their host species, examples of research approaches for disease control, and a prognosis for the future of each species. EXOTIC PESTS AND THE AMERICAN CHESTNUT The American chestnut was once the dominant hardwood species in the eastern United States. The tree was important to native Americans because it produced large crops of nuts eaten by wildlife and humans, in contrast to the oaks, hickories, and other trees that have replaced the chestnut (Schlarbaum 1989). The species was used in many different ways by early European settlers, providing food and timber, food for domesticated animals, and tannin. Prior to the European colonization of North America, American chestnut was found in vast stands from Maine to Florida, with the largest trees occurring in the southern Appalachians. During the 19th century, however, introduced fungal diseases would change the species composition of eastern North American forests. An exotic fungal disease, Phytophthora cinnamomi Rands, infested southern populations of American chestnut and the related Allegheny chinkapin as early as 1824 (Crandall et al. 1945). This root rot disease, thought to have caused mortality of chestnuts and chinkapins in low, moist areas, constricted the natural range. This fungal disease was followed by the more commonly known chestnut blight, which spread throughout eastern hardwood forests at a rate of 24 miles per year. By the 1950s, virtually all mature American chestnuts had succumbed to the disease. American chestnut is now a minor understory component, existing as sprouts from old stumps and root systems (Anagnostakis 1995). There have been two primary research approaches to restore chestnuts to the American forest: the use of hypovirulent strains and breeding. Hypovirulence research: In 1953, European chestnut (C. sativa) trees


Olive Oil Grades and Ratings - amazing olive oil Olive Oil Grades and Ratings Blog Olive Oil Grades and Ratings There are officially nine grades, but you'll also see terms like stone ground, cold pressed, first pressed, raw, unfiltered, organic, premium, and estate or estate blend. I gathered the following information at the International Olive Oil Council and  Sonoma County UCCE website  (University of California Cooperative Extension). The International Olive Oil Council lists the olive oil grades under one of two main categories. They are 1.Olive Oil and 2.Olive-Pomace Oil The oils must meet certain criteria for each category. They cannot be mixed with any other type of oil, must pass a sensory analysis by a certified panel of tasters, and meet the analytical criteria. The standard indicates all the tests used to determine genuineness and purity as well as the legal requirements for the label. Olive oil is defined as oil obtained solely from fruit of the olive tree. Virgin oils are extracted only by mechanical means that do not lead to alterations in the oil. The numerical sensory values for each of the first three grades (extra virgin, virgin, and ordinary virgin) come from olive oil ratings by a qualified taste panel that has been officially recognized by the IOOC. The majority of the tasters, usually 5 of 8, must agree statistically on the olive oil ratings indicating the same defect, if any is present and similar intensity for fruitiness, bitterness, and pungency. 1. Olive Oil - These olive oil grades are obtained solely from the fruit of the olive tree and do not include oils extracted using solvents, re-esterification processes or any mixture with oils of other kinds (seed or nut oils). Virgin Olive Oils (first three listed below) are obtained solely by mechanical or physical means under thermal conditions that do not lead to alterations in the oil; using only treatments such as washing, decantation, centrifugation, and filtration.       A: Extra Virgin Olive Oil - This oil has zero defects and greater than zero positive attributes. The majority of the tasters indicated that it is not defective and has some fruitiness. Extra-virgin oil has a free acidity of less than 0.8 % and conforms to all the  standards listed in its category . This is the highest quality olive oil grade. Extra virgin olive oil should have clear flavor characteristics that reflect the fruit from which it was made. In relation to the olive variety, fruit maturity, growing region, and extraction technique, extra virgin olive oils can be very different from one another.      B: Virgin Olive Oil - This is oil with a sensory analysis rating from 0 to less than 2.5, a free acidity of less than 2%, and conforms to all the other standards in its category. These are oils with analytical and sensory indices that reflect slightly lower quality than extra virgin olive oil.      C: Ordinary Virgin Olive Oil - Oil with a lower organoleptic (sensory) rating of 2.5 to less than 6.0, a free acidity of less than 3.3%, and conforms to all other standards within its category. It is inferior oil with notable defects and is not permitted to be bottled under European Union (EU) laws, so it is sent for refining. The EU has eliminated this category and other regulating agencies are likely to follow. It will simply be absorbed into the lampante category.      D: Lampante Oil - Oil with severe defects (greater than 6.0) or free acidity of greater than 3.3%, and meets with the other standards in its category. It is not fit for human consumption and must be refined. These olive oil grades come from bad fruit or from improper handling and processing.      E: Refined Olive Oil - Oil obtained from virgin oils by refining methods that do not alter the initial glyceride structure. It has a free acidity of less than 0.3 % and must conform to the other standards within its category. The origin of refined olive oil must not come from the solvent extraction of pomace. The refining process usually consists of treating bad virgin oil/lampante with sodium hydroxide to neutralize th


What movie from the 1980's featured a cute little creature named Gizmo?

Gremlins (1984) - FAQ The content of this page was created directly by users and has not been screened or verified by IMDb staff. Visit our FAQ Help to learn more FAQ How much sex, violence, and profanity are in this movie? For detailed information about the amounts and types of (a) sex and nudity, (b) violence and gore, (c) profanity, (d) alcohol, drugs, and smoking, and (e) frightening and intense scenes in this movie, consult the IMDb Parents Guide for this movie. The Parents Guide for Gremlins can be found here . From which mythology do gremlins come? Many people think that gremlins come from old myths, like leprechauns and pixies, but the gremlin was actually coined by the British Royal Air Force in the early 1900s. The word gremlin first appeared in print in a poem published in 1929 in the journal Aeroplane. Gremlin was used during WWII to explain the inexplicable mechanical problems that would happen while an aircraft was in flight. British author Roald Dahl, who served his military service in the Royal Air Force and was familiar with the concept of the gremlin, published a children's book that he called The Gremlins (1943). In it, he named the male gremlins widgets and the female gremlins fifinellas. In Gremlins the movie, the little furry creatures are called mogwai. What are the rules of taking care of a mogwai? There are three rules: (1) no bright light, (2) don't get him wet, and (3) never feed him after midnight, no matter how much he begs. Bright light hurts him, and sunlight can kill him. If he gets wet, he pops out more mogwais. If fed after midnight, a mogwai will spin a cocoon and undergo metamorphosis, turning into a wicked, troublemaking gremlin. The rule is "never feed him after midnight". But when, exactly, does "after midnight" end? This is never elaborated upon in the movie. It starts at midnight, as shown in the scene where Billy Peltzer ( Zach Galligan ) notes that it is 11:40 PM and still okay to feed the mogwais. When "after midnight" ends is not specified. Presumably, it could mean 6AM or maybe sunrise. How does the movie end? As morning approaches, the gremlins amass in a movie theater to watch Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937). Billy and Kate ( Phoebe Cates ) sneak inside the theater, open a gas valve, start a fire, then sneak back out and barricade the door. The theater explodes, killing all the gremlins except for Stripe, who dipped across the street to the department store in order to get more candy. Billy and Kate see Stripe in the window and break into the department store. While Kate (with Gizmo in a backpack) goes looking for light switches, Billy pursues Stripe, knocking over displays and destroying merchandise in the process. Stripe comes after Billy with a chainsaw just as Kate turns on the spotlights, causing Stripe to scamper for cover in the garden department. Unfortunately, in turning on the lights, Kate also turned on a fountain. Stripe jumps in the fountain, and his back begins to bubble with little mogwais. Suddenly, Gizmo comes driving up in a pink toy car, crashes into a wall, and jumps for a cord that opens the shades, letting in the morning sunlight. Stripe is fried before he can hatch more mogwai. Billy and Kate wrap Gizmo in a scarf and take him home. In the final scenes, the Grandfather ( Keye Luke ) shows up to reclaim Gizmo, informing the Peltzers that they are not ready to take on the responsibility of caring for a mogwai. Gizmo says bye to Billy, and Grandfather adds that Billy MIGHT be ready someday. Any recommendations for other movies that feature nasty little critters like the gremlins? Cashing in on the popularity of Gremlins, a rash of movies that featured little mischievous critters soon followed. One of these was actually titled Critters (1986), with little, furry, flesh-eating monsters from outer space. Critters gave rise to three sequels: Critters 2 (1988), Critters 3 (1991), and Critters 4 (1991). There was also Ghoulies (1985), slobbering, puppet monsters with sharp teeth, and its three sequels: Ghoulies II (1987), Ghoulies III: Ghoulies Go to Co


What was Thomas Chippendale famous for making?

Thomas Chippendale, the World’s Most Famous Cabinet Maker - Chippendale School Inspiration for future woodworkers The school draws inspiration from Thomas Chippendale, the world’s most famous cabinetmaker and craftsman. He was born in Otley, Yorkshire, in 1718, the only child of John, a joiner and Mary, the daughter of a stonemason. Little is known about his early life, but it is believed he served a family apprenticeship and he was almost certainly employed by Richard Wood, a leading York cabinetmaker. By 1748 he was established in London and in 1754 he produced the world’s most famous book on furniture: The Gentleman and Cabinet Maker’s Director. There were over 3000 cabinetmakers in London and they couldn’t understand why Chippendale had given away all his trade secrets, but it was this book that turned him into a household name. While lots more people could now afford his designs, he continued to work for some of the UK’s richest people. One of his most famous commissions was Dumfries House in south-west Scotland, the home of the Fifth Earl of Dumfries. It was designed by the Adam Brothers and Thomas Chippendale was the interior designer, filling it full of his famous rococo designs, said to be worth £18 million today. After his death in 1779 his son Thomas carried on the family business until his bankruptcy in 1804. But his father’s work continues to inspire furniture makers today.


Which deadly sin was Ebenezer Scrooge most guilty of?

12/18/2009 Butler Shaffer [December 13, 2004] My interest in Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol began one Christmas eve when, as a small child, my parents turned on network radio to listen to what, even then, had become a classic Christmas eve festivity: Lionel Barrymore's presentation of the Dickens story. Radio was a medium that required the imagination to paint scenes far more colorful, and to concoct monsters far scarier, than anything motion pictures or television have ever been able to present. With radio, the listener was the stage designer, costumer, and location director. In later years, I watched Alistair Sim's movie version of the story — the best of all the movie treatments, in my view. The film's special effects portrayal of Marley was nowhere as hideous and frightening as the one I had created in my mind while listening to the radio. Listening to Marley's chains being dragged up a darkened staircase elicited a stark terror that far exceeded the scene I saw in the movie. As I became older, I decided that Mr. Dickens had given Ebenezer Scrooge an undeserved reputation for villainy, placing him in such company as Uriah Heep, Iago, Dr. Moriarty, or Snidely Whiplash, to name but a few. It is my purpose, in making this holiday defense of my client, to present to you a different interpretation of the story, that you will see the villainy not in my client's character, but in Charles Dickens's miscasting of the true heroes of the time of which he wrote, namely, the industrialists and financiers who created that most liberating epoch in human history: the Industrial Revolution. Lest there be any readers who need reminding of the virtues of this period, let me quote from that eminent English historian, T.S. Ashton, who wrote of the impoverished conditions of England and other nations prior to the Industrial Revolution. As he expressed it, "The central problem of the age was how to feed and clothe and employ generations of children outnumbering by far those of any earlier time." England, he went on, "was delivered, not by her rulers, but by those who, seeking no doubt their own narrow ends, had the wit and resources to devise new instruments of production and new methods of administering industry. There are today on the plains of India and China men and women, plague-ridden and hungry, living lives little better, to outward appearance, than those of the cattle that toil with them by day and share their places of sleep by night. Such Asiatic standards, and such unmechanized horrors, are the lot of those who increase their numbers without passing through an industrial revolution." It is out of profound respect for those whose pursuits of their selfish interests have done far more to better the lives of others than have the combined efforts of all the self-styled altruists, saints, social workers, politicians, and other mischievous beings, that I have undertaken this defense of one of the most maligned financiers of this humanizing epoch. As you read my defense of Scrooge, and make a comparative judgment of my client and his accuser, Charles Dickens, I ask you to keep in mind the warnings of another 19th-century writer, Anatole France, who observed, "Those who have given themselves the most concern about the happiness of peoples have made their neighbours very miserable." May it please the Court … and frankly, even if it doesn't please the Court. I find myself, once again, in the company of people like Clarence Darrow, who observed that "there are those who run with the hunters, and those who run with the hunted." In representing my client, Ebeneezer Scrooge, I am running with the hunted. Over the years, we have witnessed a thoroughly one-sided treatment of my client at the hands of the prosecution, as represented by Charles Dickens. On the basis of emotionally riddled allegations, coupled with pure economic ignorance, we have been asked to find Mr. Scrooge "guilty" of the most ill-defined wrongdoings. Most of us have been dissuaded from even imagining the possibility of a defense for a man like Scrooge. Indeed, I suspec


What type of cosmetic is typically applied to eyelashes?

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What Washington D.C. landmark is shaped like an obelisk?

Landmarks of Washington, D.C. Landmarks of Washington, D.C. by Mark D. Hughes photos by Carol M. Highsmith Washington, D.C., is the capital of the United States and home to many of the country's most famous and recognizable landmarks. Follow this slideshow to learn more about some of the capital city's notable sites. Prev Next Washington, D.C. Find more Carol Highsmith photos on PhotographsAmerica.com. Carol Highsmith, a distinguished and widely published American photographer, is donating her life's work to the Library of Congress . Washington Monument Completed in 1884, the Washington Monument is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Washington, D.C. The monument stands just over 555 feet, allowing visitors who make the ascent to enjoy views of up to 40 miles on a clear day. Shaped like an Egyptian obelisk, the Washington Monument is made of marble, granite, and sandstone. It was built to honor George Washington, the first president of the United States. Fun Fact: The Washington Monument is the tallest stone structure in the world. Jefferson Memorial The Thomas Jefferson Memorial is located in the East Potomac Park. Twenty-six columns surround the domed, white-marble structure. The memorial was the brainchild of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who believed Thomas Jefferson deserved a memorial, along with Washington and Lincoln. Construction began in 1938 and was finished in 1943. Fun Fact: The 19-foot-tall bronze statue of Thomas Jefferson weighs five tons (10,000 pounds). Lincoln Memorial The Lincoln Memorial was completed in 1917. Inspired by the designs of Greek temples, there are 36 columns representing the number of states in the union at the time of Lincoln's death. Two murals by Jules Guerin and the famous seated statue of Abraham Lincoln are found inside the building. Fun Fact: The statue of Lincoln was carved from 28 blocks of white Georgia marble. Vietnam Veterans Memorial Simply called "The Wall," this highly polished black granite national shrine features the names of 58,202 Americans killed or missing during the Vietnam War. Designed by American sculptor and architect Maya Ying Lin, the V-shaped wall is 493 feet long. It is one of the most visited memorials in DC. Fun Fact: Maya Lin was still an undergraduate at Yale University when she won the national design competition for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Theodore Roosevelt Island National Memorial Although officially a part of DC, this island memorial can only be accessed from the Virginia side of the Potomac River. Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt was a naturalist. During his administration, he created the U.S. Forest Service and adopted many national parks and forests that total 42 million acres of conserved land. In honor of his efforts toward conservation, Roosevelt's memorial is an island nature reserve. Nearly 90 acres of forest, marsh, and swamp are open daily to the public. No cars are allowed. A 17-foot-tall statue of Teddy Roosevelt stands on the island, surrounded by granite tablets that display his most memorable quotes. Fun Fact: Theodore Roosevelt was the first American to receive a Nobel Prize. Albert Einstein Memorial A 21-foot-tall statue of Albert Einstein sits near the National Academy of Sciences. The memorial was dedicated on April 22, 1979, in honor of the centennial of his birth. A star map set in granite at the statue's feet shows the position of the Sun, Moon, planets, and stars on the date of the memorial's dedication. In the statue's left hand is a piece of paper showing three significant mathematical equations:  eV = hv - A (photoelectric effect) R�v - ��vR = kT�v (theory of general relativity) E = mc� (equivalence of energy and matter) Fun Fact: Albert Einstein was named "Person of the Century" by Time magazine in 1999. Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial The FDR Memorial honors the 32nd President of the United States and the era from 1933 to 1945. Divided into four outdoor rooms, each represents one of FDR's terms in office. This image represents the Great Depression. The inscription at the top of this ro


What product do Trappist monks in Belgium and the Netherlands famously sell?

A Sign From Above? Needing New Roof, Monks Sell Rare Beer In U.S. : The Salt : NPR A Sign From Above? Needing New Roof, Monks Sell Rare Beer In U.S. Embed Embed A Sign From Above? Needing New Roof, Monks Sell Rare Beer In U.S. A Sign From Above? Needing New Roof, Monks Sell Rare Beer In U.S. Embed Embed Beers made by Trappist monks at St. Sixtus Abbey's Westvleteren Brewery in Belgium are sought by connoisseurs. For the first time, the monks are exporting the beer overseas, including to the U.S. Courtesy of Mark Lampert hide caption toggle caption Courtesy of Mark Lampert Beers made by Trappist monks at St. Sixtus Abbey's Westvleteren Brewery in Belgium are sought by connoisseurs. For the first time, the monks are exporting the beer overseas, including to the U.S. Courtesy of Mark Lampert The 12th day of the 12th month of 2012 is not a day of deliverance but of delivery for devout American fans of Westvleteren 12, brewed by the reclusive Belgian monks at St. Sixtus Abbey . The celebrated beer — often called the best in the world — is usually only available for sale at the abbey, located in the Belgian countryside. But starting Wednesday, buyers in the U.S. and other countries can purchase the beer at select retailers for $84.99 for six bottles. Why this sudden blessing for beer lovers? The abbey happened to need an expensive renovation recently. But its 21 monks live an austere life — which means, among other things, that they purposely lack cash reserves. So the monks reluctantly made the decision to export small amounts of the precious nectar overseas for the first time. And, says Mark Bode, the longtime spokesman for the Westvleteren Brewery, "I think it will be the last." Bode is one of very few people privy to the monks' views, as no visitors are allowed inside the abbey. Article continues after sponsorship "They say, 'We are monks, we don't want to be too commercial. We needed some money to help us buy the new abbey and that's it,' " Bode explains. "Back to normal again." At the abbey in western Belgium's countryside, "normal" entails a life entirely focused on prayer. The monks rise at 3 a.m. to start the first of seven prayer sessions per day. In between, they busy themselves in the kitchen and the garden, and with tasks like painting — and brewing. The Trappist monks who brew Westvleteren beer are exporting only enough of it to raise money to make renovations to their abbey in western Belgium. Teri Schultz/NPR hide caption toggle caption Teri Schultz/NPR The Trappist monks who brew Westvleteren beer are exporting only enough of it to raise money to make renovations to their abbey in western Belgium. Teri Schultz/NPR The monks have brewed the same amount of beer every year since 1945 — about 3,800 U.S. barrels, just the amount needed to sustain the abbey. Sales of the beer are tightly controlled. The resulting scarcity created demand on a regional scale, even before beer websites started an international craze by giving Westvleteren's beers a stellar taste rating. In the brewery's cafe, beer connoisseur Andrew Stroehlein, who has blogged his way through an estimated 500 Belgian varieties, says he went through, well, hell and high water to get some Westvleteren. "You call the number over a series of days, weeks, months and nobody answers," he says, recounting how he tried to contact the abbey's beer shop. "Then finally somebody does answer. They tell you when you can come; they tell you what beer you can buy; they tell you how much you're gonna pay. And if you don't like it, then God be with you." Nevertheless, Stroehlein has eagerly made a second trip on this day to get a taste of the Trappist treat, more than two hours' drive from Brussels deep into Flemish pig-farm country, suitably hard to find at the end of a long, narrow street. "It's the holy grail of so many beer connoisseurs," he says. "This is where they want to reach. This is it." Sitting nearby in the brewery's cafe are two patrons who came by train from the Netherlands. "Because of the whole story, it's worth traveling for ... it's a legend," says Joh


What type of animal holds hands while sleeping to prevent drifting apart?

Sea otters holding hands to keep from drifting apart while sleeping | 22 Words Sea otters holding hands to keep from drifting apart while sleeping Over 3 million people just like you 'Like' us » Like it? Share it! ...AND GETS ALL UP IN YOUR FACEBOOK More posts in #Animals Continue Reading After This Advertisement This Brave Cancer Survivor Turned Her Amputated Foot Into an Instagram Celebrity Over 3 million people just like you 'Like' us » Like it? Share it! 478 Shares Kristi Loyall suffered pain and numbness in her right foot for years before doctors finally discovered that she had cancer. Because the cancer was only in her foot, they made the decision to amputate it in April of 2016. Showing that she is ever the survivor (and has an admirable sense of humor), Loyall asked if she could keep her foot. She sent it off to a company that sterilized the bones and made them into a keepsake she could carry around with her. Now, she's documenting all her foot-tastic adventures on her travel-themed Instagram account, OneFootWander . Yes, they are her actual bones.


What type of crystal is used to keep time in most modern clocks and watches?

What Are the Different Types of Clocks? | eBay What Are the Different Types of Clocks? Share September 28, 2016 Clocks have been around for a long time, ever since ancient man started seeking a way to measure time. Sundials are considered to be the first clocks, and the earliest of these are estimated to be from Egypt, as far back as 4,000 years ago. These, and other primitive time-telling devices, paved the way for today's modern clocks. Today, there are many types of clocks in the world, with various methods of measuring and telling time. This guide talks about these different types of clocks and what makes each one unique. How Modern Clocks Work Before modern mechanical clocks, people throughout history pretty much used whatever they had around to mark the passage of time. They used the sun, moon, and stars. They also used candles, water clocks, incense sticks, as well as sand to make hourglasses . Later on, there were astronomical clocks, spring-driven clocks, and weight-driven clocks. However, these methods were not only inaccurate, they were often difficult to use. Most of them did not even tell the time, but rather marked the passage of time, usually with bells. The problem with old clocks is that they only used continuous processes, like the movement of the sun. It was not until oscillatory processes, such as the movement of a pendulum or vibrations, were used in clocks that it was possible for them to be more accurate. Modern clocks pretty much work in the same way. They need three basic parts, namely, a power source, a timebase, and a display. A power source, as the name implies, keeps the clock moving, whether it is a spring in mechanical clocks or a battery in electronic clocks. A timebase is also known as the oscillator. The timebase needs to move continuously at a steady frequency. This keeps the accuracy of the clock, ensuring it measures seconds, minutes, and hours the same way all the time. A quartz crystal and a pendulum are examples of common timebases. Finally, a clock needs a display with which the reader can interpret time. Classifying Clocks Timekeeping is such a complex subject that its study has its own name. Horology is the study of measuring time, and the instruments used for timekeeping are just one part of this entire body of knowledge. Clocks are classified in different ways, but commonly, they are classified according to their display or mechanism. Types of Clocks According to Display The first way clocks can be classified is according to the style by which time is displayed to the reader, or the display type. Analog Perhaps the type of clock most people are familiar with are analog clocks . They use a clock face with numbers and hands to tell the time. The hands move around the clock face, indicating the hours and minutes. Aside from the popular 12-hour format, analog clocks can come in the 24-hour format, which is used to tell military time. Digital Digital clocks are also a popular type of clock display today. These clocks use two sets of numbers, separated by a colon to indicate the hour and minute. The time is projected using a display technology, such as LCD or LED. Early digital clocks had hard small plastic cards that would flip to the next number as time progressed. Most digital clocks are set for a 12-hour format, but some do come in a 24-hour format. Braille Clocks Braille clocks are specifically used for people who have impaired vision. These clocks display the time through various raised dots on the dial. Talking Clocks Talking clocks can also be used by people with low vision, but are often used in telecommunications and public spaces, such as airports or train stations. These clocks are also popular for entertainment purposes. For example, there are various novelty clocks in the shape of various movie and TV characters. Types of Clocks According to Collectibility Clocks are quite popular today, for both collecting and home decorating purposes. There are many types of collectible clocks, but the most common types are longcase clocks, mantel clocks, cuckoo clocks, and lantern c


"Which Hindu god is the ""destroyer of worlds""?"

Hindu God Shiva : Shiva (Shiv) - the destroyer     Shiva is the god of the yogis, self-controlled and celibate, while at the same time a lover of his spouse (shakti). Lord Shiva is the destroyer of the world, following Brahma the creator and Vishnu the preserver, after which Brahma again creates the world and so on. Shiva is responsible for change both in the form of death and destruction and in the positive sense of destroying the ego, the false identification with the form. This also includes the shedding of old habits and attachments. All that has a beginning by necessity must have an end. In destruction, truly nothing is destroyed but the illusion of individuality. Thus the power of destruction associated with Lord Shiva has great purifying power, both on a more personal level when problems make us see reality more clearly, as on a more universal level. Destruction opens the path for a new creation of the universe, a new opportunity for the beauty and drama of universal illusion to unfold. As Satyam, Shivam, Sundaram or Truth, Goodness and Beauty, Shiva represents the most essential goodness. While of course many hindu deities are associated with different paths of yoga and meditation, in Shiva the art of meditation takes its most absolute form. In meditation, not only mind is stopped, everything is dropped. In deep meditation or samadhi, even the object of the meditation (like a mantra) is transformed into its formless essence, which is the essence of everything and everyone. Thus Shiva stands for letting go of everything in the world of forms. The path of Lord Shiva is the path of the ascetic yogi. Forms of Shiva Shiva has many forms, which are visible in his Panchavaktra form with 5 heads, a combination of all Shiva energies : Aghora (resides in the creamation grounds), Ishana (most often appears as the shivalingam), Tat Purusha (meditating), Varna Deva (the eternal Shiva) and Saddyojat or Braddha Rudra (the old wrathful form). The last also forms the connection to the Rudraksha mala - a rosary made of the dried fruits of the Rudraksha tree. Another form is the Nataraj. Shiva Nataraj's dance represents both the destruction and the creation of the universe and reveals the cycles of death, birth and rebirth. His Dance of Bliss is for the welfare of the world. In the pose of Nataraj, the King of Dance is giving darshan to his beloved devotees within the "Hall of Consciousness", which is the heart of man. Under his feet, Shiva crushes the demon of ignorance called Apasmara Purusha, caused by forgetfulness. One hand is stretched across his chest and points towards the uplifted foot, indicating the release from earthly bondage of the devotee. The fire represents the final destruction of creation, but the dance of the Nataraj is also an act of creation, which arouses dormant energies and scatters the ashes of the universe in a pattern that will be the design of the ensuing creation. Yet another manifestation of Lord Shiva is said to be Hanuman , the ultimate karma yogi, in never-ending selfless service to Ram . The fact that this is not really clear can be perfectly explained by the understanding that a true karma yogi will never take the credit for his acts, as they would otherwise not be entirely selfless. The ego would still get the credit. So, in order to respect Shiva as a true karma yogi, let us not pay too much attention to this manifestation. The Mahamrityunyaya form of Shiva is the great conqueror of death. The Mahamrityunjaya mantra is one of the two main mantras of the Vedas, next to the Gayatri mantra. It is chanted to remove death and disease. This form of Shiva also is the being of pure joy, referring to the unconditioned enjoyment of the perfectly peaceful mind. That is the true nature of the divine elixir that this Shiva offers his devotees in no less than four hands. Another main form of Shiva is Ardhnarishwara, half Shiva, half Shakti. Also related to Shiva is Indra . Attributes of Lord Shiva


"Ebenezer Scrooge" - The Meaning of the Name - Mark D. Roberts   Why Did Jesus Have to Die? The Roman Perspective, Part 1 The fact that Jesus was crucified rather than stoned, hanged, or killed in some other way means that the Romans were ultimately responsible for his death. Of course this is clear in the biblical gospels. But even if we lacked such primary sources, the simple fact that a man was crucified in Jerusalem around A.D. 30 implies that, for some reason or other, he was condemned by Roman authorities. Jews in the first-century A.D. didn’t crucify people. This horrible means of execution was the prerogative of the Romans, who used it with chilling effect. The Roman Practice of Crucifixion If we want to know why a Roman authority, in this case, the prefect Pontius Pilate, would choose to crucify someone, we might look first at the Roman practice of crucifixion in general. Although Rome didn’t invent this means of execution, the nation perfected it as one of the most horrible means of putting criminals to death. In fact, not all Roman convicts sentenced to death were crucified. Crucifixion was reserved for the lowest of the low, and most of all for those who openly opposed Roman power. Commit a serious crime and Rome might cut off your head; rebel against Roman rule or upset Roman peace and you might be headed to a cross. I say “might be” because Roman citizens were protected from crucifixion, unless they happened to be treasonous soldiers. (Photo: The Via Appia in Rome. When the slave Spartacus led a rebellion against Rome in 73-71 B.C., the Romans finally prevailed. They crucified 6,000 men, stringing them along the Via Appia for 120 miles, from Rome to Capua.) Why was crucifixion so horrible? For one thing, the victim experienced some of the most extreme pain that a person can experience and the duration of suffering often lasted several days. But, even beyond personal suffering, the crucified person experienced extreme shame in a world that valued honor supremely. Contrary to most portrayals of Jesus’ death, those sentenced to crucifixion were naked when attached to the cross, in full view of the masses. The Romans made every effort to crucify people in public places, such as along major thoroughfares. The point was to augment the dishonor and suffering of the one being killed, not to mention his family and colleagues. (It seems, by the way, that the Romans did not crucify women.) As the Roman rhetorician Quintilian explained, “Whenever we crucify the guilty, the most crowded roads are chosen, where most people can see and be moved by this fear. For penalties relate not so much to retribution as to their exemplary effect” (Quintilian, Declamations 274). Thus the point of crucifixion was not only punishment, but also deterrence. Not surprisingly, the Romans crucified Jews when they rebelled against imperial rule. I’ll examine a couple of telling instances in my next post. The Roman Perspective, Part 2 In my last post I began to examine the Roman practice of crucifixion, arguing that if we want to understand why a Roman governor had Jesus crucified, we should first understand why Rome used crucifixion in general. What we discovered was that crucifixion, in addition to being an extremely horrific punishment of criminals, was thought to be an effective deterrent against sedition. “Watch someone get crucified for challenging our authority,” the Romans believed, “and you’ll be unlikely to challenge our authority yourself.” If you’ve seen The Passion of the Christ, you can certainly understand Roman logic here. Crucifixion was cruel beyond cruel. Roman Crucifixion Among the Jews Even the threat of crucifixion didn’t completely squelch attempts to overthrow Roman rule, however, least of all among the Jews. Shortly after the death of Herod the Great in 4 B.C., thousands of Jews sought to toss the Romans out of Judea. Of course the Romans didn’t take kindly to this, sending an army to squash the rebellion. When the rebels fled into the country, the Roman general Var


What is the word for the last car on a freight train?

What does freight train mean? definition, meaning and pronunciation (Free English Language Dictionary) freight train; rattler Hypernyms ("freight train" is a kind of...): railroad train ; train (public transport provided by a line of railway cars coupled together and drawn by a locomotive) Meronyms (members of "freight train"): cabin car ; caboose (a car on a freight train for use of the train crew; usually the last car on the train) freight car (a railway car that carries freight) Hyponyms (each of the following is a kind of "freight train"): freight liner ; liner train (a long-distance express freight train between industrial centers and seaports with facilities for rapid loading and unloading of goods)  Learn English with... Proverbs of the week  "A pot of milk is ruined by a drop of poison." (English proverb) "Who can master his thirst can master his health" (Breton proverb) "Pick the lesser of the two evils." (Arabic proverb) "Misery enjoys company." (Dutch proverb)  FREIGHT TRAIN: related words searches


What was Geri Halliwell's alter-ego as part of the Spice Girls?

Geri Halliwell | Chickipedia Forgot password? Create account Geri Halliwell ==Introduction== Geri Halliwell is a British singer who is world famous thanks to her alter ego “Ginger Spice” who was part of the mega popular nineties “band” Spice Girls. (Do you remember when your girlfriend dragged you to their shitty movie and for two hours you were surrounded by shrieking girls who never shut up. DETAILS Add Geri Halliwell Introduction Geri Halliwell is a British singer who is world famous thanks to her alter ego “Ginger Spice” who was part of the mega popular nineties “band” Spice Girls. (Do you remember when your girlfriend dragged you to their shitty movie and for two hours you were surrounded by shrieking girls who never shut up. And now you guys aren’t even a couple anymore which makes the whole thing that much more horrific.) Geri Halliwell Life Story Before Geri was a Spice Girl she was a nude model with aspirations to become a singer. She found four other women who had similar aspirations and together they formed the machine that was The Spice Girls (The other four were Victoria Beckham, Melanie Chisholm, Emma Bunton, and Melanie Brown). Geri was a stand out in the group because of her sexy outfits and her red hair with blonde highlights. The group had several huge hits including “If You Want To Be My Lover” “Spice Up Your Life” and “Too Much”. The Spice Girls sold over thirty five million records across the world. And yet despite of all the success, Geri grew tired of being apart of the group. In 1998 Geri decided to quit the group and focus on her solo career. This move would not be as successful as Geri had hoped. In 1999 Geri released her first single album Schizophonic with the lead single “Look at Me”. While the single initially sold well, the public interest for the song and the album quickly dropped. The album ended up selling about three million copies worldwide, but it was considered a disappointment compared to her history with the Spice Girls. Geri released two more solo albums after Schizophonic, neither one sold very well. By this time Geri’s fame had turned against her, as the media constantly mocked and criticized Geri and her career. This came to a head in 2005 when a big tabloid paper in the UK showed a picture of an overweight and exhausted Geri and ran a headline which mocked her. It turned out Geri was pregnant at the time. Ouch. Recently there has been light at the end of the tunnel. The fabulous five have decided to have a comeback tour as the Spice Girls some time next year. Keep that in mind when you start thinking about asking that cute but immature girl out on a date, remember what happened last time… Geri Halliwell on the Web Morning Links With Geri Halliwell Geri Halliwell attended St Paul's Knightsbridge Foundation Carol Service at St. Paul's Church last night. (WENN.com). Check out what my cyber friends are writing about: Here's Billy Idol. Rapping. Should he stick to singing? ... Geri Halliwell spotted with new man The 39-year-old split with her boyfriend Henry Beckwith in August after a two-year romance. The pair was rumoured to have rekindled their relationship in.


If a birdie is one under par, what is two under par?

Meaning of Golf Words - Par, Bogey, Birdie, Eagle, Albatross - Scottish Golf History Bogey to Blow-Up There is quite a history behind the golfing terms bogey, par, birdie, eagle and albatross. Bogey and par were central to the development of handicapping, pioneered by the LGU . The modern meaning of three of the terms - bogey, birdie and eagle - comes from their use in USA. Bogey Par Birdie Eagle Albatross Bogey "Bogey" was the first stroke system, developed in England at the end of the 19th Century. The full history is given in Robert Browning's History of Golf 1955 . In 1890 Mr Hugh Rotherham Secretary of the Coventry Golf Club conceived the idea of standardising the number of shots at each hole that a good golfer should take, which he called the 'ground score.' Great Yarmouth where term Bogey was first coined Dr Browne, Secretary of the Great Yarmouth Club, adopted the idea, and, with the assent of the club's golfers, this style of competition was introduced there for use in match play. During one competition Mr CA Wellman (possibly Major Charles Wellman) exclaimed to Dr Browne that, "This player of yours is a regular Bogey man". This was probably a reference to the eponymous subject of an Edwardian music hall song "Hush! Hush! Hush! Here Comes the Bogey Man", which was popular at that time. So at Yarmouth and elsewhere the ground score became known as the bogey score. A 'bogle' was a Scottish goblin as far back as the 16th Century and a Bogey-man was a widely used term for a goblin or devil. Golfers of the time considered they were playing a Mister Bogey when measuring themselves against the bogey score. This allowed the introduction of bogey competitions, which we would call handicap competitions or stablefords.  On 2nd January 1892, The Field reported that 'a novelty was introduced in the shape of a bogey tournament for a prize. ... Fourteen couples started but the bogey defeated them all.' In 1892, Colonel Seely-Vidal, the Hon Secretary of the United Servic es Club at Gosport, also worked out the 'bogey' for his course. The United Club was a services club and all the members had a military rank. They could not measure themselves against a 'Mister' Bogey or have him as a member, so 'he' was given the honorary rank of Colonel. Thus the term 'Colonel Bogey' was born.  Later, in the middle of 20th century, bogey was used as the term of one above par. Par Par is derived from the stock exchange term that a stock may be above or below its normal or 'par' figure. In 1870, Mr AH Doleman, a golf writer, asked the golf professionals David Strath and James Anderson, what score would win 'The Belt', then the winning trophy for 'The Open', at Prestwick, where it was first held annually from 1861 to 1870. Strath and Anderson said that perfect play should produce a score of 49 for Prestwick's twelve holes. Mr Doleman called this 'par' for Prestwick and subsequently Young Tom Morris won with a score of two strokes 'over par' for the three rounds of 36 holes. Tom Morris Jnr Youngest Open Winner Although the first noted use of the word "par" in golf was in Britain and predates the  bogey, today's rating system does not and the par standard was not further developed until later. It was the Ladies Golf Association, who, from 1893, began to develop a national handicapping system for women . It was largely in place by the end of the Century. The Men's association, founded in 1894, followed suit a few year's later. In 1911, the United States Golf Association (Men) of the day laid down the following very modern distances for determining par: Up to 225 yards Over 601 yards Par 6 As golf developed, scores were coming down, but many old British courses did not adjust their courses or their bogey scores, which meant good golfers and all the professionals were achieving lower than a bogey score. This meant the US had an up-to-date national standard of distances for holes, while the British bogey ratings were determined by each club and were no longer appropriate for professionals. The Americans began referring to one over par as a bogey, much


What medical symptom can be described as a yellowing of the skin?

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On a ship, what is the opposite of the stern?

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