The mineral pyrite is commonly referred to as what?

Pyrite Uses and Meaning | Crystal Vaults Pyrite Uses and Meaning The Healing Energies, Metaphysical Properties, Legendary Uses and Meaning   Introduction to the Meaning and Uses of Pyrite Pyrite is often called “Fool’s Gold,” though there is nothing foolish about this mineral. Within its gleaming beauty is a stone of hidden fire, one that can be sparked to life by striking it against metal or stone. An Earth element, it also resonates with Fire energy, symbolizing the warmth and lasting presence of the sun and the ability to generate wealth by one’s own power. It is masculine in nature, a stone of action, vitality and will, and taps into one’s abilities and potential, stimulating the flow of ideas. It brings confidence and the persistence to carry things through to completion. [Eason, 180][Megemont, 150][Melody, 498][Simmons, 314-315][Ahsian, 315] As a talisman, Pyrite is a unique protector, drawing energy from the Earth through the physical body and into the aura creating a defensive shield against negative energies, environmental pollutants, emotional attack and physical harm. It also supports one with a spirit of boldness and assertive action when protecting others, the planet, or in standing up for important issues of community. It stimulates the Second and Third Chakras, enhancing will power and the ability to see behind facades to what is real. [Melody, 497][Hall, 149][Simmons, 315][Ahsian, 315] An iron sulfide mineral, Pyrite is commonly found around the world in a variety of geological formations, from sedimentary deposits to hydrothermal veins, and as a constituent of metamorphic rocks. It forms in masses, stalactites, grains, globes, striated cubes or twelve-sided pentagonal dodecahedral crystals. It also forms as flat, radial disks called “suns” or “dollars.” It is usually pale brassy-yellow in color, opaque, with a strong gold-like metallic luster, though some forms oxidize in moist environments and may be a darker brownish-gold. The name Pyrite derives from the Greek pyr or pyros, meaning “fire” for its ability to emit sparks when pieces are struck together or against a hard surface. [www.mindat.org][Simmons, 314][Melody, 497][Megemont, 150] Pyrite is most noted for its nickname, “Fool’s Gold,” the glittering rock notoriously mistaken by naïve prospectors as real gold. It was also used by dishonest mine owners to salt their mines for the purpose of convincing people they were still gold-producers. Although similar in hue, Pyrite is lighter in color than Gold, and is harder and more brittle. It can’t be scratched with a fingernail or knife. Pyrite is also referred to as Iron Pyrite, and in Germany, “Cat’s Gold.” [Megemont, 151][www.mindat.org][Eason, 180] Pyrite was highly prized by the native Indian tribes of the Americas as a healing stone of magic, and was polished into mirrors for gazing and divination. Before the 1800’s, it was favored as a decorative stone, carved into rosettes, shoe buckles, rings, snuff boxes and other ornaments, and was extremely popular in England during the Victorian Age for its use in jewelry. Pyrite’s biggest use occurred during World War II when it was mined as a source of Sulfur for producing sulfuric acid used in industry.  [glimmerdream.com][www.ross-simmons.com][www.controverscial.com] Warning: Do not ingest this mineral. Use only the indirect method for preparing elixirs. (See our Elixir page for directions.) Pyrite Uses and Purposes Pyrite is a protective, shielding stone and is excellent to wear or carry as an amulet to deflect harm and danger. It is especially helpful when one is away from home or performing hazardous work. [Melody, 497][Hall, 149][Eason, 180] Pyrite guards against ongoing control, criticism and manipulation by a partner, parent or employer, lending the power to resist without becoming angry or upset, changing the balance of power. [Eason, 180] A piece of Pyrite in the home or workplace energizes the area around it and imparts an immediate increase in vitality. It overcomes intellectual fatigue due to overwork and tiredness of the nervous system by stimu


San Marino travel guide - Wikitravel Understand[ edit ] San Marino is the world's oldest republic and Europe's third smallest state. It lies 657 m above sea level with spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and Adriatic coast, and is situated only 10km from Rimini . Legend has it that the founder of San Marino, a stonemason arrived from the island of Rab in Dalmatia, climbed Mt. Titano to found a small community of Christians, persecuted for their faith by the Emperor Diocletian. San Marino is made up of a few towns dotted around the mountain sides. The capital of San Marino is itself called 'San Marino' and is situated high up on a mountain top. The capital is surrounded by a wall and three distinct towers overlook the rest of the country. The site "San Marino: Historic Centre and Mount Titano" has become part of the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2008. The towns surrounding the capital are more industrial and generally not as attractive as the main city. San Marino is 20 times bigger than Monaco and half the size of Liechtenstein. Get in[ edit ] City Gate into walled San Marino San Marino is not a member of the European Union or European Economic Area. However, it maintains an open border with Italy . Foreigners staying more than 10 days in San Marino must have a permit from the government. By plane[ edit ] San Marino has no airports. The nearest major airport is at Rimini . There are other airports at Ancona , Bologna and Forlì . By car[ edit ] You should have no problems driving into San Marino. International agreements with Italy mean that the country is one of 3 associate members of the Schengen Area, so doesn't have border controls. By bus[ edit ] Bus 72 runs from Rimini to San Marino daily at regular intervals. A return ticket costs around €9, one way is €5. This bus can be found just outside the Rimini train station (outside Burger King). It is advisable to show up a little bit earlier to ensure enough seats remain on the bus. Tickets can either be bought prior to boarding the bus at the bus stop itself, or in advance at the Tourist Information Centre where you can also deposit your luggage for a small fee if they still have available space (€3 per item; centre closes c. 18:45 most days). Map of San Marino In the Città[ edit ] A map of San Marino showing the different relative levels on which the buildings are built. This map shows how San Marino has a very high vertical population density. The Città (San Marino City) can be roughly grouped into 12 levels: Salita Alla Rocca, Contrade dei Magazzeni, di Borgoloto & del Collegio, Basilica Piazza della Libertà, Contrada Santa Croce Vie Donna Felicissima & Eugippo Vie Jan Henryk Dabrowski, dei Villanoviani, Ca' Giello & Aia Zoli Vie Montalbo, Sant'Antimo, La Riva & Pietro Rossi, Contrada Sant'antonio Piazze Mercatale & Grande Via del Fontanone, Piazzale Campo della Fiera There is a short cable car called the "Funivia" connecting Piazza della Libertà (on level 2) to Piazzale Campo della Fiera in Borgo Maggiore (on level 12). Once inside the walled city, it's small enough to simply walk around. The majority of streets can accommodate only small cars, cycles & mopeds. Some streets can accomodate larger cars & buses while some can only accommodate pedestrians (mostly called Contrade or neighbourhoods). Parking[ edit ] Despite not being particularly car-friendly, parking is abundant in the Città. Here is a list of municipal car parks, which each have their own number: Via Piana, along the city wall on level 6. Piazzale Marino Gangi on level 6. Via J.F. Kennedy, outside the congress centre on level 2. Template:Efn Viale Antonio Onofri on level 3. Passo della Murata Nuova on level 3. Piazzale Cava Antica on level 1. Cava degli Umbri on level 1. Via Piagge on level 6. Underground multi-storey, entrances on Via Gino Giacomini on level 8 & Via Jan Henryk Dabrowski on level 9. Pedestrian access via a lift to the bus station on level 8, from where there is another lift to the coach park on level 7, from where yet another lift goes to level 6. Via Jan Henryk Dabrowski on


What is the world's most famous sled dog race?

Iditarod - Last Great Race on Earth® Annie Kelley, 2017 Iditarod Teacher on the Trail, Interviewed by CBS Chicago Radio Jan 7, 2017 7:00am Listening to this radio interview is one way for you to find out more about the 2017 Iditarod Teacher on the Trail™ Annie Kelley. A second way to learn about Annie is by visiting this website to read Annie’s online journal and see what she’s been up to! Join Iditarod EDU for an Iditarod Teacher … 2017 Iditarod Update: Mandatory Rookie Meeting Dec 15, 2016 9:06pm The first weekend in December marks the annual mandatory Iditarod rookie meeting.  This year, 18 rookies attended the seminar.    On Saturday, December 3, sessions were held at the Lakefront Anchorage. Iditarod Board Members Andy Baker and Aaron Burmeister were on hand to welcome the rookies.  Aaron provided an informative session with tips every rookie … Funeral for Greg Bill to be held Friday, December 16 Dec 13, 2016 3:48pm The Iditarod family is deeply saddened to share with you the news that Greg Bill passed away on Saturday, December 10.  Greg was a volunteer for the first race in 1973.  He continued volunteering, selling raffle tickets, business memberships, and other jobs until he became a staff member 1984.  Greg became the Development Director in … Culture and Tradition Nov 28, 2016 5:29pm The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race as we know it today has evolved over decades; no, it has evolved over centuries because the Iditarod is deeply steeped in tradition and culture, a tribute to the Native Alaskans and the place dog teams hold in the lives of them and other people worldwide. And just as … Bid! Win! Ride! The IditaRider Auction is Open! Nov 21, 2016 1:07am Bid to win a ride at the start of the Iditarod on Saturday, March 4.  Winning bidders will have the best seat at the start of the race. That seat is in the basket of the musher’s sled!       Visit the auction site and place a bid on the musher of your choice. … Eye on the Trail: Telephoto Story – Sleds to the Trail Nov 16, 2016 10:59am What’s the rule for mushers sending sleds out to checkpoints on the trail? The past few years have proven that sleds can and do break. Coming through the Buffalo Tunnels or over the snow starved Farwell Burn can tax event the sturdiest of sleds. Also, different portions of the trail lend themselves better to faster … Eye on the Trail: Iditarod and Beargrease Combine for Educator’s Conference Nov 12, 2016 10:06am Duluth, Minnesota was the site of a conference in early November where educators gathered to learn more about the education programs and resources of Iditarod and the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon. Educators far and wide know that sled dog based real life applications captivate and motivate students. This is the first time the two … Battle Dawgs Helps our Nation’s Warriors Reintegrate Back into Everyday Life. Nov 10, 2016 11:44am Iditarod finisher Rick Casillo, Chairman/Founder of Battle Dawgs, and his wife, Jennifer, Lieutenant Colonel Alaska Air National Guard, Combat Veteran, own and operate Battle Dawgs. An incredible team (Board of Directors and staff) strives to help our combat veterans. Battle Dawgs provides year round outdoor rehabilitative and therapeutic retreats for combat veterans.  These camps are … Joe Redington, Sr. Nov 10, 2016 11:40am As we all reflect on, and honor our country’s veterans’ selfless service, it’s important to remember their contributions to their country and their culture beyond their service. Joe Redington Sr. is the ‘Father of the Iditarod’. He and Dorothy Page always shared their roles as the co-founders of “Last Great Race on Earth”. But it … Declaration by Alaska State Legislature, February 28, 2005 Nov 10, 2016 11:33am   Declaration by the Alaska State Legislature, February 28, 2005 *HONORING * *THE VOLUNTEER CORPS OF THE IDITAROD SLED DOG RACE* *WHO HAVE PROUDLY SERVED OUR COUNTRY IN THE MILITARY*           “Fifty U.S. Army soldiers first blazed the historic Iditarod trail during the spring of 1972, which was the year before the first contemporary …


What volcano destroyed the city of Pompeii?

Mount Vesuvius & Pompeii: Facts & History Mount Vesuvius & Pompeii: Facts & History By Mary Bagley, Live Science Contributor | June 29, 2016 07:31pm ET MORE Credit: Klagyi | Shutterstock Mount Vesuvius, on the west coast of Italy, is the only active volcano on mainland Europe. It is best known because of the eruption in A.D. 79 that destroyed the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Mount Vesuvius is considered to be one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world due to the large population of the city of Naples and the surrounding towns on the slopes nearby. The volcano is classed as a complex stratovolcano because its eruptions typically involve explosive eruptions as well as pyroclastic flows. Vesuvius and other Italian volcanoes, such as Campi Flegrei and Stromboli, are part of the Campanian volcanic arc. The Campanian arc sits on a tectonic boundary where the African plate is being subducted beneath the Eurasian plate . Under Vesuvius, scientists have detected a tear in the African plate. This “slab window” allows heat from the Earth’s mantle layer to melt the rock of the African plate building up pressure that causes violent explosive eruptions. In the past, Mount Vesuvius has had a roughly 20-year eruption cycle, but the last serious eruption was in 1944 . Vesuvius and Pompeii Mount Vesuvius destroyed the city of Pompeii in A.D. 79. Because the city was buried so quickly by volcanic ash, the site is a well-preserved snapshot of life in a Roman city. We even have a detailed account of the disaster recorded by Pliny the Younger, who interviewed survivors and recorded events in a letter to his friend Tacitus. [ Related: Pompeii 'Wall Posts' Reveal Ancient Social Networks ] Ruins at Herculaneum Credit: deepblue-photographer Shutterstock Pompeii was slowly recovering from a major earthquake that rocked the city in February of A.D. 62. The shallow quake, originating beneath Mount Vesuvius, had caused major damage to the springs and piping that provided the city’s water. Reconstruction was being carried out on several temples and public buildings. Seneca, a historian, recorded that the quakes lasted for several days and also heavily damaged the town of Herculaneum and did minor damage to the city of Naples before subsiding. The major quake was followed by several minor shakes throughout the following years. [ Image Gallery: Pompeii's Toilets ] Because seismic activity was so common in the area, citizens paid little attention in early August of 79 when several quakes shook the earth beneath Herculaneum and Pompeii. People were unprepared for the explosion that took place shortly after noon on the 24th of August. Pliny, watching from the town of Misenum, approximately 13 miles (21 kilometers) from Pompeii, described the massive debris cloud. “It resembled a (Mediterranean) pine more than any other tree. Like a very high tree the cloud went high and expanded in different branches…. sometimes white, sometimes dark and stained by the sustained sand and ashes.” In Pompeii, ash blocked the sun by 1 p.m. and the people tried to clear heavy ash from rooftops as it fell at a rate of about 6 inches (15 centimeters) an hour. [ Image Gallery: Preserved Pompeii — Photos Reveal City in Ash ] Bodies preserved in ash at Pompeii. Credit: Alessandro Colle Shutterstock Shortly after midnight, a wall of volcanic mud engulfed the town of Herculaneum, obliterating the town as its citizens fled toward Pompeii. About 6:30 a.m. on the following morning, a glowing cloud of volcanic gases and debris rolled down Vesuvius’ slopes and enveloped the city of Pompeii. Most victims died instantly as the superheated air burned their lungs and contracted their muscles, leaving the bodies in a semi-curled position to be quickly buried in ash and thus preserved in detail for hundreds of years. Far away in Misenum, Pliny the Younger and his mother joined other refugees escaping the earthquakes rocking their city. They observed, “…the sea retreating as if pushed by the earthquakes.” This was probably caused by a tsunami at the climax of the eruption, which give


"What celebrity is known as ""The Bieb""?"

FootballNation.com |       Article Celebrity Fans: Stars to Look for at Football Games Posted on 8/2/2012 9:46:03 PM By Courtney Drobick FN Rookie It seems like every year more and more celebrities are attending NFL games.  Some of them are hometown fans.  Others are bandwagonners.  And a few of them probably just like the jerseys.  Below is a list of each NFL team's most popular celebrity fans-- from brand new fans to the die-hard season ticket holders, many of these faces are becoming synonymous with their favorite teams. **NOTE: This list does not include the models, girlfriends, and assorted playmates of players. Arizona Cardinals: One time presidential hopeful John McCain is a proud supporter, as are the members of musical group Jimmy Eat World.  Drummer Zach Lind has even been interviewed on ESPN about the team. Atlanta Falcons: Usher, Justin Bieber, and Selena Gomez are among their fans.  One has to wonder if the average Falcons fan is happy or disappointed that they're in the ranks with the Bieb. Baltimore Ravens: The Ravens count Olympic-record breaker Michael Phelps and actor Josh Charles as part of their fan base.  If only Phelps' amazing abilities could help propel the Ravens to a championship. Buffalo Bills: It might seem slightly surprising, but the biggest celebrity supporter of the lackluster Bills is the man himself, Donald Trump. Carolina Panthers: The Panthers have some work to do in increasing their celebrity base of fans-- the only fan of note is model Brooklyn Decker.  While we applaud her faithfulness and no one discounts she's a beautiful addition to the stands, the Panthers need to recruit some more famous folks. Chicago Bears: Chicago boasts a number of big names among their faithful, including Jim Belushi, Vince Vaughn, Ashton Kutcher, and, of course, President Obama.  Hopefully they can help push this team over the hill they've been trying to climb for years. Cincinnati Bengals: Cincinnati hosts some of the the more famous celebrities on this list: George Clooney, Nick Lachey, Carmen Electra, and Woody Harrelson are all fans. Cleveland Browns: Possibly best known for the "Dog Pound," Browns fans also include Condoleeza Rice and country star Brad Paisley. Dallas Cowboys: America's Team has an interesting cross-section of famous faces in their billion-dollar stadium: Jamie Foxx, Eminem, and LeBron James are all fans. Denver Broncos: Trey Parker and Matt Stone, founders of South Park are fans, as are Bill O'Reilly and Roseanne Barr.  (Actually, does Roseanne still count as a celebrity?) Detroit Lions: Lions fans may have been quiet about rooting for their team in the past, but after last season, there's a lot of pride in being a Lions fan.  Kid Rock and Rev Run of Run D.M.C. were spotted in the Lions locker room last year to congratulate their favorite team. Green Bay Packers: Another interesting mix of fans here: Justin Timberlake, Larry the Cable Guy, and Erin Andrews are all about the Pack. Houston Texans: For a relatively new team, the Texans have some big supporters, namely former president George W. Bush and Hilary Duff, who sung the National Anthem for her team several times. Indianapolis Colts: David Letterman and Rob Lowe are professed fans.  Maybe the emergence of Andrew Luck will bring in more famous mugs? Jacksonville Jaguars: Gene Hackman seems to be the biggest name associated with the Jags aside from their own players. Kansas City Chiefs: Another team without a long list of celeb supporters; however, Paul Rudd is often seen cheering on the Chiefs. Miami Dolphins: Marc Anthony isn't just a fan, he's invested in the Fins!  Darius Rucker, on the other hand, is simply a die-hard fan. Minnesota Vikings: It's a struggle to find famous Viking fans.  We're going to have to settle for Al Franken. New England Patriots: Many will argue that Tom Brady himself is the biggest celebrity in the stadium, but other notable supporters include Mark Wahlberg, Matt Damon, Maria Menounos, and WWE superstar John Cena. New York Giants: Harry Potter's a Giants fan?  Apparently.  Daniel Radcliffe supp


What New Mexico city is associated with a 1947 UFO crash?

UFO LANDING – Roswell, New Mexico goingplaces2gether UFO LANDING – Roswell, New Mexico My daughter, my husband and I had a day trip to Roswell, New Mexico, to check out the so called UFO town and the UFO Museum and International Research. I admit I didn’t do much of my assignment going to this place and haven’t seen all interesting places this town has to offer. Roswell is a small city in New Mexico.  It is well-known being the home of the UFO incident in 1947.  The crash site was 75 miles away from Roswell, but the town has been always associated with UFOs, and over the years they collected evidences to prove the UFO landings and abductions incidents.  If you are a believer, this is a place you will surely enjoy. As we drive into the city, we notice alien decor in front of many of the shops and restaurants and even their light post looks like alien heads. We stopped by  McDonald’s to see the UFO shaped building, and even inside the restaurantyou would see the McDonald characters in spcae suit. OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA


What is the most expensive property in the U.S. version of Monopoly?

The Most Expensive Properties in Versions of Monopoly Around the World | The Basement Geographer The Most Expensive Properties in Versions of Monopoly Around the World by kuschk Ever since Charles Darrow took the board game concept based around land taxes originally developed by Lizzie Magie in 1903 (and populated in the early 1930s with Atlantic City landmarks, a year or two before Darrow learned the game) and sold it to the Parker Brothers company in 1934, millions of people around the world have been alternately enthralled and frustrated with Monopoly .  Thanks to the game, countless people have learned about the geography of Atlantic City, New Jersey, or at the very least, have learned about street names in Atlantic City – even if they haven’t realised it.  For most people, Atlantic City’s Boardwalk is more famous as being the most expensive piece of property in Monopoly – the last purple-coloured space on the game board – than it is for being the longest ocean-front boardwalk in the world . Within a year of purchasing the rights to the game, Parker Brothers were already licensing the game abroad through Waddington Games .  Selling the game abroad meant replacing the landmarks of Atlantic City (even the misspelled ones) with locations more familiar to players in their respective countries.  Since then, dozens of country-specific editions of the game – both licensed and unlicensed, as the legal status of the game is forever murky due to its origins – have featured their own most valuable and most famous properties.  For simplicity’s sake, we’ll stick to the regular licensed versions (and national versions, since dozens of locations have their own city-specific versions as well) as we present a list of the most expensive properties in various Monopoly versions from around the world. Argentina: Obelisk of Buenos Aires .  The great obelisk that rises above the city centre. Australia: Kings Avenue , Canberra.  The wide avenue that connects Parliament House across Lake Burley Griffin to the Australian American War Memorial in the suburb of Russell . Austria: Rheinstraße, Bregenz . Bregenz, on the shore the Rhine where it empties in Lake Constance in the extreme west of Austria, is the capital of the state of Vorarlberg .  Rheinstraße is the road that bridges the river and leads to adjacent Switzerland. Belgium: Rue Neuve/Nieuwstraat .  As with most things in Belgium, there are separate editions of Monopoly to service each of the country’s three regions: Brussels (bilingual), Flanders (Dutch), and Wallonia (French).  No matter the edition, however, the most expensive street is Rue Neuve/Nieuwstraat, a pedestrian mall with some of the highest rental rates in Europe (€1 600/m2). Brazil: Brooklin , Sao Paulo.  A major financial centre of Sao Paulo. Canada (1982): Douglas Street , Victoria. Most famous as the street along which the Trans Canada Highway starts, the street named for the first governor of British Columbia is the main north-south road in the city. Canada (2000): Robson Street , Vancouver.  Victoria was dropped entirely from the 2000 version in favour of a second Vancouver street, Robson.  The most expensive retail rental space in Canada is found here (as well as one of the world’s densest agglomerations of Starbucks Coffee cafes).  The street gamed infamy in 1994 and 2011 for hosting destructive riots in the wake of losses by the Vancouver Canucks ice hockey club in the Stanley Cup finals. China: Shanghai.  Interestingly, the luxury ‘China Wall’ edition is only sold in Hong Kong.  The board uses city names rather than streets. Croatia: Ilica , Zagreb. The longest street leading into the centre of Zagreb from the west and third-longest in the city, Ilica is the most expensive residential street in Croatia’s capital. Ilica, Zagreb.  Source: M. Fajt, http://www.flickr.com/photos/croacia_/4684668959 .  Licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic (CC BY 2.0) licence. Czech Republic: Wenceslas Square ( Václavské náměstí ), Prague.  Most famous to foreigners as the major location for demonstrations during


Vera Wang Wedding Dress: Designer Talks Designing Bridal Gowns | The Huffington Post Vera Wang Wedding Dress: Designer Talks Designing Bridal Gowns 09/25/2012 04:14 pm ET Wearing a Vera Wang wedding gown is a dream for many brides, but how exactly does Vera come up with those dreamy designs? On Tuesday, the bridal gown designer sat down with Vogue and revealed insights into her design process. Wang says that she gets inspiration from everything from ready-to-wear to underwear, but it ultimately depends on what she's feeling. Her black wedding dress collection "started because we based the collection on underwear," she told the magazine. But Wang also takes the wedding venue and theme -- even the number of people attending -- into consideration when designing a custom dress. "Is it 1,000 people, like an Asian wedding, or are there 30 at a restaurant downtown in New York, you know? So, that all relates into it as well. I like to constantly push myself further but it’s also about the realities of a wedding," she told Vogue. Vera Wang wedding gowns are popular among celebrities , but she also has a line for David's Bridal for brides with a less-than-celebrity-caliber budget. Click through the slideshow below to get some inspiration from these 15 spring 2013 wedding dresses -- including one red-hot Vera Wang dress. Spring 2013 Wedding Dresses


Who requested sharks with frickin' laser beams?

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What is also referred to as a horn of plenty?

Horn of plenty - definition of horn of plenty by The Free Dictionary Horn of plenty - definition of horn of plenty by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/horn+of+plenty [Translation of Late Latin cornūcōpia; see cornucopia.] horn of plenty n 1. (Art Terms) another term for cornucopia 2. (Plants) an edible basidiomycetous fungus, Craterellus cornucopioides, related to the chanterelle and like it funnel shaped but dark brown inside and dark grey outside: found in broad-leaved woodland cor•nu•co•pi•a (ˌkɔr nəˈkoʊ pi ə, -nyə-) n., pl. -pi•as. 1. a horn containing food and drink in endless supply, associated in classical mythology with the horn of the goat representing the nurse of the infant Zeus. 2. a representation of this horn, used as a symbol of abundance. 3. an abundant supply. 4. a horn-shaped or conical receptacle or ornament. [1585–95; < Late Latin, = Latin cornū horn + cōpiae of plenty, genitive s. of cōpia] cor`nu•co′pi•an, adj. ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:


Dr. House is partly inspired by what famous literary character?

50 awesome literary t-shirts for book lovers 50 awesome literary t-shirts for book lovers Updated on Dec 11, 2016 8,845 In the list below, you’ll find a dream apparel for every book lover – literary t-shirts and other clothes. “I like big books and I cannot lie” – this quote by Jim C. Hines is the most commonly used phrase on mugs, t-shirts, bags and everything else. You won’t find it in this overview. See also: 9 gift ideas for the Kindle addict in your life Instead, we wanted to include only the best-designed t-shirts available on the web. There are other, funny or sophisticated, ways to express that you love reading books. T-shirts are about expressing attitudes, character, and interests. We’ve selected the ones that are literary, not literal. Each t-shirt comes with a short description that includes info about sizes, so that you don’t need to leave the page just to check that out. You’ll find a short sizing reference in the table below (dimensions in both inches and centimeters). Unisex t-shirt – sizing information 41 in / 104 cm 28.5 in / 72 cm You can find great literary t-shirts in online store that specialize in clothes and fashion. But you can also find them in stores that offer customized products of all kinds. Literary clothes – recommended sites Etsy – a great destination if you want to gift something unique in style. All items are made to order by shop owners, so they differ in production values. A great thing is that you can talk directly to shop owner and get a personalized item. For instance, you can get a t-shirt in size and color that are not listed on a product page. Redbubble – a marketplace for custom designed items, including clothes. Men’s, women’s, and children’s apparel is offered. Styles to choose from: t-shirts, v-necks, long sleeves, sweatshirts, and hoodies. You’ll find many fantastic bookish designs here! Society6 – just like Redbubble, in Society6 you can browse thousands of merchandise items with quality artwork from artists from around the world. CafePress – it’s one of the largest retailers of stock and user-customized products. The offer of apparel styles is very large, with a special focus on kids’s and baby clothes. However, the quality of designs is not always high. Zazzle – the store offers a huge selection of merchandise of all kinds. The clothing department is very well organized. Almost every design can be used on over one hundred cloth products. What’s more, users can customize the existing artwork, or create a totally new one. If you’ve found a great t-shirt that you want to see in the next update of this article, please share it in the comments below. Also, check out most of the featured designs in our literary t-shirts infographic . Feel free to share the image with your friends and followers! Read also 50 best literary gifts for a modern-day book lover Top article This updated list of the best literary gifts for book lovers includes home decor, clothing, accessories, jewelry, and e-reader covers. 50 awesome literary t-shirts for book lovers 1 Certified Book Addict T-shirt. A gorgeous typographic design by Risa Rodil is offered on Redbubble on a variety of t-shirts, including unisex, v-neck, women’s fitted scoop (shown above), and several others. Available in seven colors, including Black, Turquoise, and Heather Gray. ⇢ Redbubble – from $24.85 . 2 Edgar Allan Poe Women’s 3/4 Sleeve. A multicolored women’s 3/4 sleeve with a portrait of Edgar Allan Poe. In a unique water-based dye process, the image becomes a permanent part of the garment. The producer guarantees it will never peel, crack or flake like a regular print. Available in sizes from X-Small to 4X. ⇢ Amazon – from $29.99 . 3 Oscar Wilde Organic Scoop Neck T-Shirt. This t-shirt would make a great gift for many Oscar Wilde fans. The design features an original drawing by Tiffini Elektra showing Oscar Wilde leisurely sitting back surrounded by nouveau ornaments. One color: Earth Blue. Women’s scoop neck t-shirt in sizes from S to XL. ⇢ Etsy – $25 . 4 221B Baker Street T-Shirt. This Sherlockian design is based on contempor


"Who wrote the ""Phantom of the Opera"" musical?"

Video: Who Wrote The Phantom of the Opera Musical? | eHow Who Wrote The Phantom of the Opera Musical? Cancel The original musical version of "The Phantom of the Opera" was written by Ken Hill, which then inspired Andrew Lloyd Webber to compose a more famous version. Get information on the many Tony awards won by "The Phantom of the Opera" musical from an actor and director in this free video on "The Phantom of the Opera." Comments Video Transcript Hi, I'm Christopher Rokosz, actor and director of both stage and screen, and I'd like to share with you some information about who wrote the musical, "Phantom of the Opera." Well, the original writer of the musical "Phantom of the Opera," was a gentlemen by the name of Ken Hill, an English playwright and composer. His version - musical version of "Phantom of the Opera" inspired Andrew Loyd Webber to produce the "Andrew Loyd Webber" version. That's the one that you may be familiar with; with the famous "Phantom of the Opera," "Music of the Night;" it's been the longest running play on Broadway. Andrew Loyd Webber is also the composer and writer of such other famous plays as, "Cats" and "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." Critically acclaimed, seven Tony awards, three Grammy awards, a Golden Globe award, and Academy award, and he was also knighted in 1992 and had the Kennedy Center award bestowed on him in 2006. So he's pretty not-- he's not really a "shlob." He's a very, very famous composer; definitely check it out. Phantom of the Opera is an incredible show. I enjoyed both the original Ken Hill version and the Andrew Loyd Webber version. Now when you're talking about writing it, it's a little tricky; he is the composer and credited -- given the writing credits, but Charles Hart is also credited as a lyricist producing the lyrics for some of these famous things. So, between Charles Hart, Ken Hill, and Andrew Loyd Webber; that's the trifecta of information about who wrote the musical versions of Gaston Leroux's "Phantom of the Opera." I'm not Gaston Leroux, I am Christopher Rokosz and we'll see you next time. Featured


Who built a wall to separate Scotland and England?

Hadrians Wall, the Roman border of Scotland & England Hadrian's Wall, the frontier of Scotland Hadrian's Wall has come to represent the frontier between England   and Scotland. Strangely enough, today it is well south of the political border   between the countries. 90% of  the English county of Northumberland is   north of the wall. However many of the border changes took place during the   Middle Ages, and to most people Scotland still starts at the wall Who built Hardens Wall The Roman Emperor Hadrian came to Britain in AD   122. It is believed that he gave the order for the building of the wall as a   frontier, demarcating the Roman south from the barbarian north. There were already a line of forts following  a Roman road, Stanegate. Hadrian's walls followed this line, and was a wall.,   ditch and a series of forts, milecastles and turrets along its 74 mile length   from the North Sea to the Irish Sea Over the next six years legionaries, not slaves,   built the wall. Why Hardens Wall was built Just to mark the northern frontier of Rome, seems   to be the answer. A few years later the Romans tried to establish a frontier   further north in the Scottish Lowlands with the Antonine Wall. However that   expansion did not last long (AD 140 to AD163) and they were soon back at Hardens   Wall.  Hardens Wall appears to have served its purpose as there is no record   of any major battles along the wall How was it built The Romans started construction on the eastern   end, and the wall was a stone wall 15 feet high, with a deep ditch to the north.   and a further ditch to the south A sophisticated system of strongholds and sentries   ensured the whole wall was defensively secure. There were a number of large   forts, which were main supply bases and crossing points. Between forts there   was a milecastle every Roman mile, garrisoned by 8 soldiers, and between each   milecastle, two turrets for sentries West of Bowness a chain of forts and towers ran down the Cumbrian   coast to protect the flank of the wall The decline of the wall By around 400 AD, the Roman Empire was in decline. Frontier   defences were neglected and money stopped arriving from Rome. Eventually the   Roman Army was withdrawn from Britain, and the wall abandoned. Eventually local   people started using it as a stone quarry, and stone was carted off to make   houses. However much still remains, particularly in the wilder central sections,   where there was little population to remove stone Hardens Wall is, of course now protected. Today, the best-preserved   sections of wall are in a 20-mile section between Hexham and Haltwhistle in   Northumberland. There you can see the run of the wall, forts, camps, turrets   plus museums with relics of the Roman past


What nut is a typical ingredient in pesto?

Basil Pesto Recipe : Food Network Kitchen : Food Network 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino cheese Directions Watch how to make this recipe. Combine the basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add 1/2 cup of the oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth. Season with salt and pepper. If using immediately, add all the remaining oil and pulse until smooth. Transfer the pesto to a large serving bowl and mix in the cheese. If freezing, transfer to an air-tight container and drizzle remaining oil over the top. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw and stir in cheese. Copyright 2003 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved Recipe courtesy of Food Network Kitchens CATEGORIES:


archipelago - National Geographic Society archipelago The archipelago that makes up Bermuda has 181 islands. Photograph by Dean Conger It's All Greek to Me Archipelago was what the ancient Greeks called the Aegean Sea. Archipelagic Apron An archipelagic apron is the smooth, gentle slope of the seafloor surrounding oceanic islands or seamounts (underwater volcanoes). An archipelago is a group of island s closely scattered in a body of water. Usually, this body of water is the ocean, but it can also be a lake or river. Most archipelagoes are made of oceanic island s. This means the islands were formed by volcano es erupting from the ocean floor. An archipelago made up of oceanic islands is called an island arc . Many island arcs were formed over a single “ hot spot .” The Earth’s crust shifted while the hot spot stayed put, creating a line of islands that show exactly the direction the crust moved. The Hawaiian Islands continue to form this way, with a hot spot remaining relatively stable while the Pacific tectonic plate moves northwest. There are 137 Hawaiian islands, reef s and atoll s, stretching from Kure and Midway in the west to the "Big Island" of Hawaii in the east. The Big Island is still being formed by the active volcanoes Mauna Loa and Kilauea. The island arc will grow as Loihi, a seamount southeast of the Big Island, eventually punctures the ocean surface as Hawaii's youngest island. Japan is another island arc. The Japanese archipelago consists of four large islands, from Hokkaido, in the far north, through Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu in the far south. Japan also includes more than 3,000 smaller islands. In several places in the Japanese archipelago, volcanoes are still active. Volcanoes do not form all archipelagoes. Many archipelagoes are continental island s formed only after the last ice age. As glacier s retreated, sea levels rose and low-lying valleys were flooded. Coastal mountain ranges became archipelagoes just off the mainland. The largest archipelago in the world was formed by glacial retreat . The Malay Archipelago, between the Pacific and Indian Oceans, contains more than 25,000 islands in Southeast Asia. The thousands of islands of Indonesia and Malaysia are a part of the Malay Archipelago. At least some of these islands—and the strait s that separate them—were part of mainland Asia during the last ice age . Finland’s Archipelago Sea, part of the Baltic Sea, also emerged after the last ice age. There are more than 50,000 islands in the Archipelago Sea, although many of them do not measure half a hectare (one acre). Some of the islands are close enough to be connected by bridges. Islands of the archipelago sea were never coastal mountaintops, however. They were formed by post-glacial rebound . In this process, land that was squashed by the weight of heavy glaciers during the Ice Age slowly regains its shape, like a sponge. Because post-glacial rebound is still occurring, islands continue to rise from the Archipelago Sea. Term land once connected to a continent but  broken off by shifting tectonic plates. crust process by which glaciers melt faster than precipitation can replace the ice. glacier hot spot Noun intensely hot region deep within the Earth that rises to just underneath the surface. Some hot spots produce volcanoes. last glacial period, which peaked about 20,000 years ago. island land formed from the eruption of a volcano  on the ocean floor. post-glacial rebound process in which land that was crushed by  a glacier regains its shape. reef Noun a ridge of rocks, coral, or sand rising  from the ocean floor all the way to or near the ocean's surface. sea level Noun tectonic plate Noun massive slab of solid rock made up of Earth's lithosphere (crust and upper mantle). Also called lithospheric plate. volcano Noun an opening in  the Earth's crust, through which lava, ash, and gases erupt, and also the cone built by eruptions.


What Is Beef Suet? / Nutrition / Healthy Eating Healthy Eating Some of the most adventurous home cooks might want to know about a range of animal products called "suet," or specifically, a common one called beef suet. Although by most admissions, these rustic foods are not much used in regular American cooking, they are popular on the other side of the pond, across the Atlantic, in jolly old England. When it's time to dust off the traditional Victorian cookbook or try a range of recipes from across the globe, this somewhat obscure food may come up. Finding it in a supermarket shouldn't be too hard, but learning to use it can be another matter. What Is Beef Suet? Beef suet is a kind of raw beef fat. Specifically, the suet is the hard fat around the kidneys of the animal. It has a melting point of 113-122 degrees Farenheit, and substantially below that range it will congeal into hard chunks. Some people confuse the beef suet with the drippings or other beef by-products. In actuality, beef suet is kind of hard to miss; while many find it to be a disturbing and unappetizing product, it can be tasty if cooked in the right capacity. Uses of Beef Suet Beef suet was traditionally used to make tallow, where fat was critical in the production of candles that afforded light to pre-Edison homes. These days, beef suet is still used in some English dishes. The classic Yorkshire pudding dish, as well as English Christmas pudding both use beef suet as an ingredient. The old U.K. favorite 'steak and kidney pudding' also uses beef suet as a textural and taste component. Those who want to re-create these kinds of authentic old English meals might go looking for beef suet to make their culinary experience complete. Another modern use of beef suet is in bird feeding. Lots of birdwatchers who want to attract a diverse community of birds to their yards will use beef suet as a base for a "suet cake" or similar bird feeder food. Buyers can warm the fat to its softening point, then mix in seeds, peanut butter and other ingredients to make a tasty meal for jays, cardinals, woodpeckers, and many other kinds of birds. Some even use suet cakes to draw squirrels and other wildlife to a space. Some of those individuals who are into using natural products have come up with some other interesting uses for beef suet. One of the commonly reported ones is using this animal product as a waterproofing or polish for boots and other leather wear. Consumers who tend to stick to commercial products will be amazed at what you can get out of these lumps of animal fat. Buying Beef Suet Because beef suet that gets too close to its melting point over time can turn rancid, butchers recommend buying the stuff in hard chunks and keeping it below or at room temperature. In a solid state, suet can last for while, but it's best to use it as soon as possible for human consumption. Knowing more about natural products like beef suet can help consumers and households find different ways to cook. At the fringes of food science, the traditional quaint uses of these products remind modern individuals of a time when communities did more with unprocessed foods and raw materials.


What major fault line runs through California?

San Andreas Fault Line - Fault Zone Map and Photos Home » Earthquakes » San Andreas Fault The San Andreas Fault By David K. Lynch, PhD, author of SanAndreasFault.org . San Andreas Map: The red line on this map follows the surface trace of the San Andreas Fault across California. Areas to the east (right) of the fault are on the North American tectonic plate. Areas to the west (left) of the fault are part of the Pacific tectonic plate. The arrows show the directions of relative motion along the fault. Map copyright by David Lynch ( click to enlarge ). What is the San Andreas Fault? The San Andreas Fault is the sliding boundary between the Pacific Plate and the North American Plate. It slices California in two from Cape Mendocino to the Mexican border. San Diego, Los Angeles and Big Sur are on the Pacific Plate. San Francisco, Sacramento and the Sierra Nevada are on the North American Plate. And despite San Francisco’s legendary 1906 earthquake , the San Andreas Fault does not go through the city. But communities like Desert Hot Springs, San Bernardino, Wrightwood, Palmdale, Gorman, Frazier Park, Daly City, Point Reyes Station and Bodega Bay lie squarely on the fault and are sitting ducks. What Type of Fault is the San Andreas? The San Andreas Fault is a transform fault . Imagine placing two slices of pizza on the table and sliding them past one another where they touch along a common straight edge. Bits of pepperoni from one side crumble across the boundary onto the anchovy side. The same thing happens with the fault, and the geology and landforms along the mighty rift are extremely complicated. You Can See a Plate Boundary! Photo of the San Andreas Fault near Gorman, California, showing rocks of the Pacific Plate (gray rocks on the left side of the fault) and the North American Plate (tan rocks on the right side of the fault). There are very few places on Earth where you can see two plates in contact like this. Photograph copyright by David Lynch. Click to enlarge . How Fast Does It Move? The plates are slowly moving past one another at a couple of inches a year - about the same rate that your fingernails grow. But this is not a steady motion, it is the average motion. For years the plates will be locked with no movement at all as they push against one another. Suddenly the built-up strain breaks the rock along the fault, and the plates slip a few feet all at once. The breaking rock sends out waves in all directions, and it is the waves that we feel as earthquakes. Google Map of the San Andreas Fault: This map displays the approximate trace of the San Andreas Fault as a red line atop of a satellite image in the Google Maps program. Using the controls of the map, you can zoom in on the fault and follow it across California from where it is first noted near the Salton Sea in Southern California to where it turns into the Pacific Ocean north of San Francisco. Is the Fault Visible at the Surface? In many places like the Carrizo Plain (San Luis Obispo County) and the Olema Trough (Marin County), the fault is easy to see as a series of scarps and pressure ridges. In other places, it is more subtle because the fault hasn’t moved in many years and is covered with alluvium, or overgrown with brush. In San Bernardino and Los Angeles Counties, many of the roads along the fault cut through great mountains of gouge, the powdery, crumbled rock that has been pulverized by the moving plates. The hallmark of the San Andreas Fault is the different rocks on either side of it. Being about 28 million years old, rocks from great distances have been juxtaposed against rocks from very different locations and origins. The Salinian block of granite in central and northern California originated in Southern California, and some even say northern Mexico. Pinnacles National Monument in Monterey County is only half of a volcanic complex, the other part being 200 miles southeast in Los Angeles County and known as the Neenach Volcanics. Offset Drainage: Aerial photo of the San Andreas Fault showing drainage that is offset by movement of the fault


What country is strongly associated with windmills?

Dutch windmills - Holland.com Dutch windmills 49531 Views Dutch windmills The Dutch have become very innovative when it comes to keeping out the water. They have built dykes, fortifications and last but not least wind and watermills to create new land. The oldest mill is a watermill that dates back to the eighth century. These techniques were used to pump dry hundreds of lakes and swamps and to prevent land from flooding. Today, windmills are characteristic of the Dutch landscape and a symbol of the Dutch struggle with water. Read more The Dutch have become very innovative when it comes to keeping out the water. They have built dykes, fortifications and last but not least wind and watermills to create new land. The oldest mill is a watermill that dates back to the eighth century. These techniques were used to pump dry hundreds of lakes and swamps and to prevent land from flooding. Today, windmills are characteristic of the Dutch landscape and a symbol of the Dutch struggle with water. The most famous windmills of Holland Kinderdijk is the most famous group of polder mills and is World Heritage listed. This UNESCO site with nineteen mills gives you a great impression of how floods were prevented. Besides being home to this creative form of water management, Kinderdijk is  a wonderful, picturesque area. The mills of Schiedam are the five largest windmills in the world. These gigantic windmills, some over 40 meters high, played an important role in the production of jenever (Dutch gin) . Instead of reclaiming land, these smock mills (a type of industrial mill) were used grind grain. Last but not least, you should visit Zaanse Schans . Some 250 years ago, well over 600 mills formed the first industrial site in the world. They performed a wide range of industrial duties, such as producing shelves, paint, mustard, oil and paper. Today it’s an open-air conservation area and museum, which attracts thousands of visitors each year. Mills of Holland With over a thousand windmills throughout the Netherlands, it’s very likely that you’ll bump into one. Nevertheless, a visit to the windmills at Kinderdijk, Zaanse Schans and the mills of Schiedam is highly recommended. Find out what's nearby


What is the largest type of fruit or vegetable?

10 of the World's Largest Vegetables and Fruits (biggest pumpkin, biggest watermelon) - ODDEE 10 of the World's Largest Vegetables and Fruits 4/24/2009 World's Biggest Sweet Potato (24.9 Lbs or 11.2 Kg) Lebanese farmer Khalil Semhat, from the southern city of Tyre, couldn't believe his peeled eyes when he discovered he had grown a massive potato weighing 11.3 kilos (24.9 pounds), setting a record for the world's largest potato . 2 Worlds Largest Marrow (113 Lbs or 65 Kg) Grown by Ken Dade in Norfolk, the 65kg (113lbs) vegetable needed two men to carry it to a stand at the National Amateur Gardening Show in Somerset. The voluptuous vegetable has entered the Guinness World Records book, beating the previous world title holder by 3kg. 3 World’s Heaviest Jackfruit (76 Lbs or 34.4 Kg) The sweet tasting fruit weighed 34.6kg (76lb 4.4oz), measured 57.46 cm (22.625in) long and had a circumference of 121.28 cm on 8 August 2003. It was grown by George and Margaret Schattauer of Captai Cook, Hawaii, USA. Native to Western India, the fruit spread throughout South East Asia and first came to Hawaii in 1888. 4 World's Largest Watermelon (268.8 Lbs or 122 Kg) Weighting 268.8 pounds, this watermelon made the cut as the world's largest watermelon . Grown at the Hope Farm Store by Lloyd Bright, his family has a long history with watermelons: they set world records in melon size in 1979 with a 200 pound melon and again in 1985 with one that weighed 260 pounds. 6 World's Heaviest Carrot (18.9 Lbs or 8.5 Kg) Presented by John Evans in 1998, this 18.985 pound (8.61 kg) carrot is the heaviest ever. 7 World’s Largest Pumpkin (1689 Lbs or 766 Kg) Grown in Rhode Island, the world’s biggest pumpkin was shown at the Topsfield Fair of Massachusetts in 2007, weighing 1689 lbs. 8 World’s Longest Cucumber (36.1 in or 0.9 mts) The 36.1in cucumber was grown by Alf Cobb who beat his own record of 35.1in at the National Amateur Gardening Show, from the Bath and West Showground in south-west England. 9 World's Largest Cauliflower (31.25 Lbs or 14.1 Kg) Also grown by Evans, this Cauliflower weighted 31.25 lb, making it Alaska's largest one in 1997. 10 World's Heaviest Broccoli (35 Lbs or 15.8 Kg) In what was John Evans' first World record in 1993, this Broccoli weighted over 35 lb, making it a world record. From the Web


Top 10 Countries Famous for Chocolates - List Dose Top 10 Countries Famous for Chocolates Article by surbhi garg , March 26, 2014 Chocolates!!! The name itself waters the mouth. There is possibly no one on this earth who is not fond of chocolates. It is the best gift a person can give to anyone irrespective of the relationship or the age.Chocolate is that one sweet no one will ever say no to. Chocolates as a gift can be given on any occasion. Apart from the good taste very few of you might know how advantageous eating chocolates can be. Dark chocolates help you to live longer and look younger, chocolates helps to prevent acne and they even keep your teeth white. So if your mommy tells you the next time that chocolates will harm your teeth tell her the truth. There are so many different types of chocolates available all over the world and there are countries which are famous for producing the specific types. As a chocolate lover myself I know how chocolates can act as a mood changer. They are the best desserts available in the whole universe. Chocolates are divine and the best thing humans have ever made. Talking about the history, chocolates were initially used as a drink rather than eating in solid form. Chocolates were mentioned in the history first time in 1100 B.C. chocolates later were used as sacred offerings and they were even related to the goddess of fertility in the 15th century by the Aztecs. It was mixed with milk sugar and cocoa butter which can be easily molded. Talking about the consumption, Europe and North America is the largest consumer of chocolates in the world. Though you will find hundreds of industries all over the world producing chocolates yet there are few countries that are more famous when it comes to chocolates. The countries famous for chocolates are mentioned below. 10. Denmark: When you hear of Denmark you might not regard it as the tenth famous country for producing the best kinds of chocolate but if you think so then you are wrong. Denmark is among the largest chocolate producing countries in the world. An average Danish consumes 8.57 kilogram of chocolates per year. Denmark is the country that has given us some of the most loved brands of chocolates which include Bounty, Snickers, Mars as well as Twix. Though the coconut filled chocolate i.e. bounty is produced in many other countries but Denmark is famous for it. 9. Italy: Not only Italy is among the biggest chocolate producing nation, but it happens to be the place where solid chocolate bars were first manufactured. Italy produces six billion pounds of chocolate every year. The most famous chocolate manufacturing company in Italy is Amedei. The chocolates that this country is famous for are as follows Venchi, Perugina Sutti and Ferrero Rocher. Ferrero Group stands among the top manufacturers of chocolate having the net sale of worth $ 5627 million each year. 8.United Kingdom: One of the largest producers of chocolate, United Kingdom is also known for its organic chocolates. It is said that it was the first country in the world that produced organic chocolates. Christopher Columbus was the person that brought the cocoa beans needed for the production of chocolate in this country. United Kingdom stands on the fourth position in the list of the countries where the chocolate production is highest. People are so fond of UK chocolate bars that there are cases where people travel with two bags, one to get the chocolates back from this nation. 7. France: French chocolates will surely leave you tempted if you try one of them. The liquor filled French chocolates are one of the amazing chocolates one must try. France is more importantly famous for the dark chocolates. The main chocolatiers in France are Valrhona and Richart. French chocolates are known for their everlasting taste and the best cocoa used in them. 6. Germany: Germany is no exception when it comes to lovers of chocolate. Germany is filled with them. Not only the consumption of chocolate is high in this nation but it stands among the top chocolate producing nations in the world. Ger


In Sharia law, what is the specific punishment for adultery?

Islamic Voice Punishment for Adultery in Islam By S. Abdullah Tariq Q. Suppose a married man who has no physical relation with his wife for more than six months because of refusal of his wife due to disobedience or quarrelling commits intercourse with other woman illegally, then is the punishment stoning to death for the man? Zubayer Ahammed; Calcutta. Ans. The repenters are not punished; No! Under Islamic law, the punishment for adultery is 100 lashes (of moderate intensity). If the wife was denying him his right of matrimonial relations and there was no possibility of mending ways, he was free to divorce her and marry another girl. He had no right to commit adultery because of being so aggrieved and he will be subjected to punishment according to Islamic code in an Islamic society. This punishment will be applicable only in that state where Islamic laws are recognised. No individual is authorised to execute the penalty. In addition, the punishment is executed only in case of accused being caught by the law. Even in that case, if it is proved beyond doubt that the accused had truly repented over his sin before being caught, the punishment is to be condoned. �Allah accepts the repentance of those who do evil in ignorance and repent soon afterwards; to them will Allah turn in mercy; for Allah is full of knowledge and wisdom. Of no effect is the repentance of those who continue to do evil until death faces one of them and he says �Now have I repented indeed�; nor of those who die rejecting faith; for them have we prepared a punishment most grievous�. (4:17-18) It was asked of Imam Ibne Timiyah if a man was entitled to the punishment of unlawful sex and he atoned for the sin before the imposition of punishment, would the punishment be condoned by his atonement. He replied; �If one resolves to leave unlawful sex, theft or drinking before the case is produced before the Imam, then it is proper that the punishment will be condoned like it is condoned for the Maharibeen (the wagers of war against Allah and the Apostle and the seditionist) if they repent before coming under the grip of law�. (Majmoo�-ul-Fatawa Sheikh-ul-Islam) Says Ibne Qayyim: �If this is true that Allah does not punish anyone who repents, then it is also true that no punishment should be implemented on a repentant. Allah has made clear that even the Maharibeen are forgiven if they repent before coming under grip. It is despite of the fact that their crime is extremely atrocious. Obviously the lesser offences will in the first place be pardoned if there is true repentance already.� (A�alaam-ul-Muqi�een quoted in Haqeeqat-e-Raj�m P.217). The sinner, if repentant, is not required to voluntarily report his sin to law. Instead, he should ask forgiveness of Allah and resolve to stay away from the sin in future. �The Prophet of Allah said; �Stay away from those loathsome evils, which Allah has forbidden you from. If someone through a slip indulges in any such act then he should remain concealed behind the veil of Allah and ask forgiveness of Him. But if someone will produce his neck before us (i.e. stick to the sinful activities unashamedly and boldly) then we shall enforce the code over him.� (Bulughul Maraam; Kitabul Hudood; Ibne Haj�r Asqalani) �Said Anas Bin Malik, �I was present beside the Prophet (Pbuh) when a man came and said; �O Prophet of Allah I have committed a punishable sin, so enact the punishment�. The Prophet (Pbuh) did not ask him any question till it was time for Namaz. After he had offered the prayer with the Prophet (Pbuh), he again approached him and said; �O Prophet of Allah I have committed a punishable sin, so judge me by the book of Allah�. The Prophet (Pbuh) asked him, � Have you not offered prayer with me�? He replied, �Yes�. Then the Prophet (Pbuh) said, �Allah has pardoned your sin and your punishment.�                                            (Bukhari). The Prophet (Pbuh) did not even ask him what crime or sin he had committed. This is because the purpose of punishment in Islamic system is to punish the consistent


What group of people had their capital at Tenochtitlan?

Tenochtitlán: History of Aztec Capital Tenochtitlán: History of Aztec Capital By Owen Jarus, Live Science Contributor | May 23, 2013 07:00pm ET MORE A model of reconstructed Tenochtitlán is featured at the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City. Credit: National Museum of Anthropology Tenochtitlán was an Aztec city that flourished between A.D. 1325 and 1521. Built on an island on Lake Texcoco, it had a system of canals and causeways that supplied the hundreds of thousands of people who lived there. It was largely destroyed by the Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés after a siege in 1521, and modern-day Mexico City now lies over much of its remains. In a 1520 letter written to King Charles I of Spain, Cortés described the city that he would soon attack: “The city is as big as Seville or Cordoba. The main streets are very wide and very straight; some of these are on the land, but the rest and all the smaller ones are half on land, half canals where they paddle their canoes.” (From "An Age of Voyages: 1350-1600," by Mary Wiesner-Hanks, Oxford University Press, 2005) He noted the city’s richness, saying that it had a great marketplace where “sixty thousand people come each day to buy and sell...” Its merchandise included “ornaments of gold and silver, lead, brass, copper, tin, stones, shells, bones and feathers ...” Origins of Tenochtitlán According to legend, the Aztec people left their home city of Aztlan nearly 1,000 years ago. Scholars do not know where Aztlan was, but according to ancient accounts one of these Aztec groups, known as the Mexica, founded Tenochtitlán in 1325. The legend continues that Huitzilopochtli, the god of war, the sun and human sacrifice, is said to have directed the Mexica to settle on the island. He “ordered his priests to look for the prickly pear cactus and build a temple in his honor. They followed the order and found the place on an island in the middle of the lake ...” writes University of Madrid anthropologist Jose Luis de Rojas in his book "Tenochtitlán: Capital of the Aztec Empire" (University of Florida Press, 2012). De Rojas notes that the “early years were difficult.” People lived in huts, and the temple for Huitzilopochtli “was made of perishable material.” Also in the beginning, Tenochtitlán was under the sway of another city named Azcapotzalco, to which they had to pay tribute. Political instability at Azcapotzalco, combined with an alliance with the cities of Texcoco and Tlacopan, allowed the Tenochtitlán ruler Itzcoatl (reign 1428-1440) to break free from Azcapotzalco’s control and assert the city’s independence. A statue of Tlaloc, the Aztec god of rain, stands at the entrance of the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City. Credit: Irafael Shutterstock Over the next 80 years, the territory controlled by Tenochtitlán and its allies grew, and the city became the center of a new empire. The tribute that flowed in made the inhabitants (at least the elite) wealthy. “The Mexica extracted tribute from the subjugated groups and distributed the conquered lands among the victors, and wealth began to flow to Tenochtitlán,” writes de Rojas, noting that this resulted in rapid immigration into the city. The city itself would come to boast an aqueduct that brought in potable water and a great temple dedicated to both Huitzilopochtli (the god who led the Mexica to the island) and Tlaloc, a god of rain and fertility. Aztec social organization The people of Tenochtitlán were divided into numerous clan groups called calpulli (which means “big house”), and these in turn consisted of smaller neighborhoods. “Usually, the calpulli was made up of a group of macehaultin (commoner) families led by pipiltin (nobles)” writes California State University professor Manuel Aguilar-Moreno in his book "Handbook to Life in the Aztec World" (Oxford University Press, 2006). Fray Diego Durán, a Spaniard who lived in Mexico a few decades after Cortés’ conquest, wrote that King Motecuhzoma (or Montezuma) I, who reigned from 1440 to 1469, created an education system where every neighborhood had to have a


What is Siddhartha Gautama better known as?

Siddhartha Gautama - Ancient History Encyclopedia Siddhartha Gautama by Cristian Violatti published on 09 December 2013 Siddhartha Gautama (also known as the Buddha “the awakened one”) was the leader and founder of a sect of wanderer ascetics (Sramanas), one of many sects which existed at that time all over India . This sect came to be known as Sangha, to distinguish it from other similar communities. The teachings of Siddhartha Gautama are considered the core of Buddhism : after his death, the community he founded slowly evolved into a religious-like movement which was finally established as a state religion in India by the time of Emperor Ashoka , during the 3rd century BCE. Siddhartha is a Sanskrit personal name which means "He Who Achieves His Goal". The name is best known in English as the title of the novel by Hermann Hesse, in which the main character (who actually is not the Buddha) is named Siddhartha. The Sanskrit family name Gautama means "descendants of Gotama". Gotama is the name of several figures in ancient India, including a poet of the Rig Veda and also Aksapada Gautama (or Gotama), a famous Indian logician. Pali literature normally refers to Siddhartha Gautama as Gotama Buddha. Remove Ads Advertisement Traditionally, the meaning of the term Buddha is understood as a person who has awakened from the deep sleep of ignorance. In Indian tradition, the expression was already used before, during, and after the life of Siddhartha by many religious communities, but it became most strongly linked to the Buddhist tradition. Historical Context At the time when Siddhartha Gautama lived, Northern India was composed of numerous and small independent states competing for resources. This was a time when the traditional religious order in India was being challenged by a number of new philosophical and religious schools that were not in line with the orthodox Indian religious views. The Vedic philosophy , theology and metaphysics, along with its ever growing complexity of rituals and sacrificial fees, was being questioned. Materialistic schools were running wild in India, undermining the reputation and authority of the priestly class, leading to a temporary religious anarchy which contributed to the development of new religions. By the time Siddhartha Gautama was born, the intellectual decay of the old Brahmanic orthodoxy had begotten a strong skepticism and moral vacuum which was filled by new religious and philosophical views. The realization that he, like anyone else, could be subject to different forms of human suffering drove Siddhartha into a personal crisis. By the time he was 29, he abandoned his home and began to live as a homeless ascetic. Siddhartha’s ideas have some similarities with the work of Kapila, an Indian sage who lived probably about two centuries earlier. Both were concerned with providing humanity with a relief from suffering. They discarded the remedies proposed by the Vedic rites, especially the sacrifices; they considered these rites to be cruel because of their strong connection with the slaughter of living beings. Both of them believed that knowledge and meditation were the true means of salvation. Also, they both strived to attain a state of human perfection and their approach was purely agnostic. However, the parallels go no further. Kapila organized his views in a system of philosophy that has not a hint of sympathy for mankind in general. The Buddha, on the other hand, delivered his message with a living, all-embracing sympathy and a deep concern for the poor and the oppressed. He preached in favour of the equality of men (which was largely forgotten in the Indian society during his time) and opposed inequalities and abuses of the caste system. Advertisement The Historical Buddha Reliable factual data on the life of Siddhartha Gautama is very scarce. His historical biography can be, to some extent, pieced together by comparing early Buddhist texts from different traditions. These accounts are filled with myth and legendary stories that slowly but surely changed the initial attributes of th


The Centers for Disease Control are headquartered near what major city?

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | New Georgia Encyclopedia Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Original entry by Bindu Tharian , Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 12/12/2003 Last edited by NGE Staff on 09/02/2014 Explore This Article Current Focus The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), with headquarters in Atlanta , has been a key factor in combating many of the health issues facing the United States. It is the nation's premier public health agency, and a unit of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Early Years After World War II (1941-45), Joseph W. Mountin, a physician and public health leader, formed a plan to convert the Malaria Control in War Areas (MCWA) office to a peacetime agency to monitor and control infectious diseases. CDC was organized as the Communicable Disease Center on July 1, 1946, in Atlanta. Mountin had high hopes for the new institution, which was part of the U.S. Public Health Service. Administrators and directors who have served since the agency's inception include Raymond A. Vonderlehr (1947-51), Justin M. Andrews (1952-53), Theodore J. Bauer (1953-56), Robert J. Anderson (1956-60), Clarence A. Smith (1960-62), James L. Goddard (1962-66), David J. Sencer (1966-77), William H. Foege (1977-83), James O. Mason (1983-89), William L. Roper (1990-93), David Satcher (1993-98), Jeffrey P. Koplan (1998-2002), Julie L. Gerberding (2002-9), interim director Richard E. Besser (2009), and Thomas Frieden (2009- ). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC originally had fewer than 400 employees, who were housed in the old MCWA offices in downtown Atlanta. Most of the scientists were entomologists and engineers who had worked for MCWA, which during the war had controlled the spread of malaria in the southeastern states, where most of the U.S. basic military training was done. CDC was established to serve all states and eventually expanded to include all communicable diseases. Over time, CDC became known as a center for training among public health professionals around the world. In 1949 Dr. Alexander Langmuir came to CDC to head the epidemiology branch. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1958 Soon afterward he launched the disease surveillance program to collect, analyze, and disseminate disease data to public health practitioners. The disease surveillance program became an integral part of public health practice and the basis on which CDC's mission of service to the states was built. In 1951, after the Korean War (1950-53) began, the Epidemic Intelligence Service was created as a two-year postdoctoral program that combined training in epidemiology with service to the states. The threat of biological warfare caused Langmuir to train epidemiologists to watch for intentional threats in addition to protecting the public against natural health threats. The young agency struggled to survive. Emory University gave CDC land on Clifton Road in 1947 to build its headquarters, but construction did not begin for another decade. Two major health crises in the mid-1950s helped CDC establish its credibility. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1959 When poliomyelitis appeared in children after they received contaminated Salk vaccines, CDC helped to identify the problem and correct it. When the United States was faced with a massive influenza epidemic, CDC gathered data and developed the national guidelines for an influenza vaccine. Other programs that helped CDC grow included the addition of the venereal disease program in 1957, the tuberculosis program in 1960, immunization practices and the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report in 1961, and the Foreign Quarantine Service in 1967. In addition to new responsibilities, CDC was intimately involved in one of the greatest achievements in public health: the eradication of smallpox . In 1962 CDC established the smallpox surveillance unit and tested the newly developed jet gun and vaccine. The agency refined mass vaccination techniques and used a "surveillance and containment" strategy to effect er


THE SHERLOCK HOLMES MUSEUM - THE OFFICIAL HOME OF SHERLOCK HOLMES The Sherlock Holmes Museum 221b Baker Street, London ~ England Sherlock Holmes and Doctor John H. Watson The world famous consulting   detective Sherlock Holmes lived at 221b Baker Street between 1881-1904,   according to the stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Mr Holmes shared his rooms   with his loyal friend and colleague Dr Watson. The house is protected by the government   due to its "special architectural and historical interest" and the 1st floor   study overlooking Baker Street is still faithfully maintained for posterity as it was kept   in Victorian Times. Step back in time, and when   you visit London, remember to visit The World's Most Famous Address - 221b Baker Street - the Official Home of Sherlock Holmes! Open every day of the year   (except Christmas Day) from 9.30am - 6pm Admission:  Adult �15 Child �10 (under 16yrs)


Tibet Capital, Capital of Tibet - Lhasa Customs and Taboos Lhasa - Capital of Tibet Lhasa, the capital city of the Tibet Autonomous Region , is a place where most travelers start their Tibet trip , for it is easier and more convenient to reach. The city sits at an altitude of 3,650 meters and has a history of more than 1,300 years. As 300 days out of 365 enjoy sunlight and the total amount of annual solar radiation in urban Lhasa is 202 kilocalories per square centimeter, Lhasa is referred to the "Sunshine City" and it is dry in most months. The Potala Palace is regarded as the symbol of Tibet and no doubt the most famous structure in Lhasa. The name of "Lhasa" Lhasa is a city of history and culture. The word "Lhasa" is a Tibetan name. According to Tibetan Buddhism and the Bon Religion, "lha" means "god," sometimes the greatest God. Thus the Tibetan meaning of "Lhasa" should be the "Place of God." In the old times, "Lhasa" was also called "Rasa" (Land of Goats). This name is related with the legend that herds of white goats carried rocks for the building of the Jokhang Monastery. In Chinese annals, Lhasa is sometimes called "Lhoxia" which came from the Tibetan pronunciation of the city's name. Location, Topography, Climate and Map of Lhasa Lhasa is situated on the northern bank of the Lhasa River, a tributary of the Yarlung Zangbo, in the mid-south of Tibet Autonomous Region. To the east and southeast of Lhasa are the regions of Nyingchi and Sharman; Nagqu neighbours Lhasa on the north and west; Xigaze lies on its southwest. Map of Lhasa Prefecture-Level City Lhasa tilts from north to south, with the mid-south taken up by the valley of the Lhasa River, a tributary of the Yarlung Zangbo. The administrative sphere of the city covers 277 kilometres from east to west and 202 kilometres from north to south. Among its total area of 29,518 square kilometres, the urban area of Lhasa is just 50 square kilometres. With an annual average temperature of 7.5'C, its average temperature in January is 2.3 °C and 15.41C in July. The climate here is of the temperate plateau monsoon type. Lhasa Transportation Before its peaceful liberation in 1951, Lhasa had no road reaching the outside world. Only a shabby path connected the Potala Palace and the Norbulingka. Small vans assembled with components carried across the mountains and rivers by yaks and human labor fumbled along this path. Click here to learn more about the history of Lhasa . Today, Lhasa has become a transportation pivot both on land and in air for Tibet. The Qinghai-Tibet Highway, Sichuan-Tibet Highway and China-Nepal International Road converge here. The centre of Lhasa is about 100 kilometres from the Gonggar Airport . When the new road crossing the river and mountains is completed, the distance will be cut by half. The Qinghai-Tibet Railway has become the main means of transportation for visitors to Tibet. Tourist Attractions in Lhasa & Detailed Map of Lhasa There are some 200 scenic spots in and around Lhasa. Among them, over 20 are famous ones and over 30 more spots are under planning. The important sites inside the city of Lhasa include the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street, Ramoche Monastery, Norbulingka, the Tang Dynasty-Tubo Alliance Tablet, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Zongjolukang (commonly known as the Dragon King's Pool), the square in front of the Potala Palace and the Tibet Autonomous Region Museum. Then there are the Gandain and Yerba monasteries in Dagze County; the Curpu Monastery in Doilungdegen County; the Razheng Monastery in Lhunzhub County; the Bri-gung Monastery in Maizhokunggar County; the Zhoimalhakang and Xungse Monastery in Quxu County, etc. For natural scenic spots, visitors shouldn't miss the Namtso Lake, the Yangbajain geothermal grounds and the Nyainqentanglha Mountains which are located in Damxung County. In addition, the Dezhong Hot Spring of Maizhokunggar County, the Doilung and Xungba Gyura hot springs of Doilungdegen County, the nature reserves at Lhunzhub and Maizhokunggar counties are also worthy of visiting. Click here


"Who sculpted ""The Burghers of Calais""?"

Rodin Museum - Collections Object : The Burghers of Calais Explore Collection Themes The Burghers of Calais Signed top of base between feet of Jean de Fiennes and Jacques de Wiessant: A. Rodin Foundry mark rear of base to right: ALEXIS. RUDIER. / FONDEUR. PARIS. Rodin Museum The Burghers of Calais Signed top of base between feet of Jean de Fiennes and Jacques de Wiessant: A. Rodin Foundry mark rear of base to right: ALEXIS. RUDIER. / FONDEUR. PARIS. Made in France, Europe Auguste Rodin, French, 1840 - 1917. Cast by the founder Alexis Rudier, Paris, 1874 - 1952. Bronze 6 feet 10 1/2 inches × 7 feet 10 inches × 6 feet 3 inches (209.6 × 238.8 × 190.5 cm) * Rodin Museum, Parkway Bequest of Jules E. Mastbaum, 1929 Label In 1346 the English king Edward III laid siege to the French port of Calais. Eleven months later, Edward demanded the surrender of six of the town’s leading men, or burghers, in return for sparing its citizens. Rodin’s sculpture commemorates this episode and emphasizes the internal struggle of each man as he walks toward his fate wearing a sackcloth and rope halter. The burghers were later spared thanks to the intervention of the English queen, who feared that their deaths would bring bad luck to her unborn child. More information on this object can be found in the following Theme: About Auguste Rodin Most nineteenth-century public statues were devoted to a single, heroic figure. For the monument honoring a group of prominent French citizens from medieval Calais, Rodin chose not to focus on their leader but to present six men on equal footing, each with an individual expression and interior drama. In addition, the six figures do not face the same direction and are best seen from different angles, forcing the viewer to walk around the sculpture.


According to the saying, where do all roads lead?

All Roads Lead to Rome According to New Map From Moovel Lab - CityLab CityLab This Map Shows That All Roads Basically Do Lead to Rome Data visualizers found a route from every point in Europe. Tweet Europe’s roads to Rome. ( moovel lab ) Over the course of centuries, the Roman Empire built some 50,000 miles of highways, criss-crossing the ancient Mediterranean world from Britain to modern-day Turkey, from the Danube River to northern Africa. According to Encyclopaedia Brittanica , the vast number of feeder roads stretching into the empire’s provinces led to that famous saying about the Italian capital. Today, modern highways and arteries have mostly replaced the ancient transit system (though some fragments still exist). Which raises the question: Do all roads still lead to Rome? moovel lab , a German urban design team, has an answer. Data visualizers layered a grid of 486,713 cells on top of an open-source digital road map of Europe. They then developed an algorithm to calculate a route to Rome from each one of those cells, and found that yes, indeed, there was a way from every point (although it might be a stretch to say that “all roads” lead to the city). The map above shows those routes; The thicker the road segment is drawn, the more frequently that road was used across all routes. U.S. roads to Romes. ( moovel lab ) The team also applied a similar algorithm to the 10 places in the U.S. named Rome. “[W]e adjusted our routing to find [routes to] the closest Rome to every location in the USA,” they write. “Every location is connected to the nearest Rome according to fastest travel time.” The different colors represent routes that connect to the closest Rome. Routes to U.S. capitals. ( moovel lab ) Following that line of thought, moovel lab then examined the shortest routes to every U.S. state capital from every point (based on a similar grid) in the U.S. This might be the most interesting map of all, given what it reveals about how road systems follow state borders—or not. The designers write (quirky grammar and capitalizations their own): Remarkable are the different road networks throughout the States. While the east coast seems to rely on roads parallel to the coast. The rockies and appalachian mountains reveal their topography with their curvy roads containing some blank spots not reached by any road. While the mid west of the USA show long straight road networks in rectangular alignment.


What city are you in if you land at LAX?

LAX Frequently Asked Questions How to Use LAX Now How early should I be at the airport before a flight? Enhanced federally mandated security measures are in place at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The new measures require travelers to be aware of changes in baggage check-in and security screening. They also require extra travel time. Please call your airline to confirm your flight before going to the airport and to receive its recommendation on when you should arrive at the airport. Flight schedules vary throughout the day and, in general, flights scheduled during LAX's daily peak travel periods when more flights are scheduled (6:30 am to 9:00 am for domestic flights, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm and 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm for domestic and international flights) will require passengers to allot more time for ticketing, baggage check-in and security screening. To be specific to CA wait time, you can find it here . Click here for new rate information . LAX's parking lots do not accept parking reservations. LAX provides extensive parking options in the Central Terminal Area (which offers covered parking in structures across from the airline terminals) and in which you are encouraged to use to help avoid vehicle congestion around the terminals. Lot C, which costs $12 per day, is located at 96th Street and Sepulveda Boulevard. Free LAX shuttle buses will take you directly to your terminal from the perimeter lot, which do not offer covered parking. The shuttle buses operate 24 hours a day at approximately 12-to 15- minute intervals. For specific parking availability and traffic conditions on the day of your travel, tune in to the LAX Travelers Information Service radio station at AM 530. Or, to view traffic conditions in "real-time" at LAX and on surrounding streets, log onto http://trafficinfo.lacity.org/html/lax.html . To find out more about LAX parking, visit www.lawa.org > lax > parking . To increase the convenience, speed and reliability of your trip to LAX, you might want to consider other options other than driving to get to the airport. You can obtain information about a number of transportation alternatives at www.lawa.org > lax > Ground Transportation . Where can I find parking for the disabled? Extra-wide parking spaces, identified by symbol or marked "Disabled Parking," are conveniently located immediately adjacent to elevators on every level of all LAX terminal parking structures. Vehicles with disabled placards or license plates have always been allowed to park in the parking structures where preferential locations near ramps and elevators have been designated for their exclusive use. In addition, economy-rate parking for the disabled, with free shuttle bus service (on approximately 12- to 15-minute intervals) to and from airline terminals, is available in perimeter Lot C. You can find more information on parking for the disabled at www.lawa.org/welcome_LAX.aspx?id=350 . What kind of ground transportation is there at LAX? You can access a number of ground transportation options at LAX, including rental cars, taxis, long-distance vans, door-to-door shuttle vans, direct-to-airport buses, public buses, the Metro Rail Green Line (light rail), and the Van Nuys FlyAway Bus. Board outbound scheduled buses, shared ride and long distance vans, taxis, and hotel and rental car courtesy vans on the Lower/Arrival Level islands in front of each terminal under the sign designating the particular transportation desired: Buses & Long Distance Vans, Shared Ride Vans, LAX Shuttle & Airline Connections, Rental Car Shuttles, Taxis, and Hotel & Parking Lot Shuttles (for privately operated parking lots). To use the free shuttle service to the Metro Rail Green Line Aviation Station, wait under the LAX Shuttle & Airline Connections blue sign, and board the "G" Shuttle. To reach a car parked in LAX's economy-rate perimeter parking lot C, wait on the Lower/Arrival Level under the blue sign LAX Shuttle and Airline Connection the "C" Shuttle. These shuttle buses run on approximately 12- to 15-minute intervals. You also can take the "C" Shuttle


"""Red Dragon"" is a prequel to what movie?"

Red Dragon (2002) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error A retired FBI agent with psychological gifts is assigned to help track down "The Tooth Fairy", a mysterious serial killer; aiding him is imprisoned criminal genius Hannibal "The Cannibal" Lecter. Director: From $9.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 25 titles created 01 Jan 2011 a list of 43 titles created 17 Mar 2011 a list of 35 titles created 30 Mar 2013 a list of 23 titles created 20 Feb 2014 a list of 24 titles created 1 week ago Search for " Red Dragon " on Amazon.com Connect with IMDb Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. 4 wins & 10 nominations. See more awards  » Videos Living in exile, Hannibal Lecter tries to reconnect with now disgraced FBI agent Clarice Starling and finds himself a target for revenge from a powerful victim. Director: Ridley Scott After the death of his parents during World War II, young Hannibal Lecter moves in with his beautiful aunt and begins plotting revenge on the barbarians responsible for his sister's death. Director: Peter Webber A young F.B.I. cadet must confide in an incarcerated and manipulative killer to receive his help on catching another serial killer who skins his victims. Director: Jonathan Demme Former FBI profiler Will Graham returns to service to pursue a deranged serial murderer named "the Tooth Fairy" by the media. Director: Michael Mann An altar boy is accused of murdering a priest, and the truth is buried several layers deep. Director: Gregory Hoblit An attorney, intent on climbing the career ladder toward success, finds an unlikely opponent in a manipulative criminal he is trying to prosecute. Director: Gregory Hoblit An aging thief hopes to retire and live off his ill-gotten wealth when a young kid convinces him into doing one last heist. Director: Frank Oz An American seminary student travels to Italy to take an exorcism course. Director: Mikael Håfström Edit Storyline FBI Agent Will Graham has been called out of early retirement to catch a serial killer, known by authorities as "The Tooth Fairy". He asks for the help of his arch-nemesis, Dr. Hannibal "The Cannibal" Lecter, so that he can be able to catch "The Tooth Fairy" and bring him to justice. The only problem is that "The Tooth Fairy" is getting inside information about Graham and his family from none other than Dr. Lecter. Written by MovieWes Before the Silence See more  » Genres: Rated R for violence, grisly images, language, some nudity and sexuality | See all certifications  » Parents Guide: 4 October 2002 (USA) See more  » Also Known As: $36,540,945        (USA) (4 October 2002) Gross: Did You Know? Trivia The establishing shot of the Baltimore State Hospital for the Criminally Insane was re-used from The Silence of the Lambs (1991), as the building was no longer available for filming. See more » Goofs After Graham finds out the video tapes are what links the victims the aircraft flying at dusk is the outline of a Falcon 2000. The film takes place sometime in the early '80s and the Falcon 2000 was not delivered until March of 1995. See more » Quotes [first lines] Hannibal Lecter : Think to yourself that every day is your last. The hour to which you do not look forward will come as a welcome surprise. As for me, when you want a good laugh, you will find me in fine state, fat and sleek, a true hog of Epicurus's herd.


Brie and Camembert Cheese Overview By Jennifer Meier Updated September 27, 2016. First, let's take a look at what makes Brie and Camembert so similar. The recipes and techniques used by cheesemakers are almost identical for both Brie and Camembert. Brie and Camembert have flavor profiles that are almost identical. Both are often described as tasting mushroomy, eggy, garlicky, nutty, milky, grassy and/or fruity. There are subtle flavor variations between the two, but these variations can be hard to detect, especially when so many versions of Brie and Camembert are factory-produced and made from pasteurized milk. The texture of both Brie and Camembert is also very similar, although Camembert tends to be denser and Brie runnier. Traditional French Brie and Camembert are made with raw milk. However, the USDA requires that all cheeses made with raw milk be aged at least 60 days before being sold in the US. Brie and Camembert are aged less than 60 days. Therefore, French brands of Brie and Camembert and American versions of Brie and Camembert that are aged less than 60 days and sold in the US are always made from pasteurized milk. continue reading below our video Popular French Cheeses This does not mean that delicious Brie and Camembert cannot be found in the US. Talk to your cheesemonger. It's likely they have some favorite brands to recommend. Cheese writer Janet Fletcher recommends Brie l'Original . Both Brie and Camembert have bloomy rinds and ripen closest to the rind first. If a wheel of Brie or Camembert is cut into too early the cheese near the rind will be ripe and soft and the middle will be firmer with a lighter, sometimes white, color. Once a wheel of Brie or Camembert is cut into, it will stop ripening. So, when is a wheel of Brie or Camembert perfectly ripe? This can be a personal preference. However, a perfectly ripened wheel of Brie or Camembert is often thought to be soft and full, bulging slightly against the rind but not running completely out of the rind. Both can have a strong and stinky aroma , but should not smell ammoniated. Overripe Brie and Camembert often have an unpleasant, powerful aroma and an extremely runny consistency that cannot be contained within the rind. Conversely, Brie or Camembert with a dry, cracked rind and dry texture is past its prime, too. The Differences Between Brie and Camembert Size: A wheel of Brie is larger, about 14 inches across. Brie is most often sold in slices that are the same shape as a slice of pizza. Camembert is smaller, about 5 inches across, and sold in whole 8-ounce wheels instead of in slices. Place of Origin: Brie is made in Ile-de-France . Brie is the name of a region (also called Seine-et-Marne) within Ile-de-France. Camembert is made in Normandy . History: It is believed that Brie has been around longer and was being eaten before Camembert came about.


What well-known animal eats mostly Eucalyptus leaves?

What Do Koalas Eat - Koalas Diet Facts for Kids What Do Koalas Eat – Koalas Diet Do you know what do koalas eat? The koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) is herbivorous marsupial animal that is endemic to Australia. These animals are known to reside in the eastern as well as southern Australia that ranges from Adelaide and extending to the Cape York Peninsula. In the beginning of the 20th century, the population had faced a sudden decline as a result now koalas have gone extinct in Tasmania or Western Australia. The origin of koalas is still in ambiguity however, some of the koala fossils have been discovered in northern Australia dating back to 20 million years ago. In those times, northern Australia had been covered with a dense rainforest. Besides, these fossils denote that some 50,000 years ago there existed giant koalas across Australia, though the size is still unknown. What Do Koalas Eat? Koalas predominantly feed on eucalypt leaves. These leaves have low protein and are high in ingestible stuffs and are embedded with phenolic compound that are deadly to most animals. These bears have unique behavioral characteristics in that they are capable to remain stationary for about 16 – 18 hours a day. Most of their time is spent on sleeping. These animals are known to be aggressive towards other koalas. Cuddly Koala What Do Koalas Eat in the Wild? The koala bears primarily feed on eucalyptus leaves possibly due to an evolutionary adaptation as these leaves contain low proteins and are rich in stodgy substances. They have one of the slowest metabolic rates and koalas can stay stationery for about 16 – 18 hours in a day. Koala bears spend almost 4 – 5 hours on feeding. Most of the feeding takes place at night. They are known to consume 500 grams (18 oz) of eucalyptus leaves each day. Some of the most favorite eucalyptus leaves are Blue Gum, Swamp Gum, Grey Gum, and Tallowwood. The strong limbs of koalas support them in climbing vertically on eucalypt trunks, at the same time holding it powerfully with their forepaws. Though they are slow movers, but they’re also capable to take a leap of 6 ft (2 m) from trunk to trunk. While eucalyptus leaves offer much less nutritional worth, it is also abundant in indigestible lignin and cellulose that contains a high proportion of toxic chemicals. On the positive side, koalas have adapted to this extreme living through devising number of ways. They ignore toxic leaves and constantly change their food tree throughout the year. Thanks to the koala’s liver, which detoxifies the poisonous chemical in the leaves. It is because of their low-energy-content diet that they have a slow movement. Of all marsupials, koalas are known to have the smallest brain in proportion to their body size, i.e. only 0.2% of their body weight. Koalas are not regular drinkers as they get enough water from eating eucalyptus leaves. They mostly eat at night however; there is no fixed time for feeding. On an average, these species consume 500 grams (18 oz) of eucalypt leaves daily. The liver is responsible for deactivating the poisonous compounds. Apart from eucalyptus leaves, koalas also feed on variety of other leaves such as Acacia, Melaleuca, and Leptospermum. Depends on habitats and regions koalas sometime prefer to eat Blue Gum, Manna Gum, Grey Gum, and Tallowwood. This is mostly observed in koalas living in south. These bears fancy their living in arid areas like swamps, coastal waters such as River Red Gum. Koalas Diet in Queensland Koalas Diet in South Australia Highly preferred Eucalyptus spp. E. camadulensis E. leucoxylon These leaf-eating marsupials sometimes show different food preferences while living at the same site. However, scientists do not understand this feeding behavior. According to some anecdotal information an individual’s preference may in part associated with its mother. In other words, it is reasonable to assume that young koalas rely on tree species where they wean. Koalas are often observed feeding on a single leaf at a time as they employ their incisors (at the front part of the mouth) to prop