The 12000 foot high volcano Semeru is the highest peak on which South-East Asian island?

Mount Kinabalu is NOT the highest mountain in South East Asia – Kinabalu Blog February 20, 2010 at 3:33 pm @Ben..Irian Jaya is in New Guinea Island, but the mountain is part of Indonesia Boundaries, as Indonesia is part as SEA, then yes Puncak Jaya is in SEA 🙂 what make ppl thinks mt. KK is the tallest is just because Malaysia Tourism Board marketing, put it that way, so ppl from around the world would only know Mt. KK instead the other mountain which is obviously taller then mt. KK @drizad I think for the Indonesia Mountains above are NOT volcanic except Semeru jad adrian February 22, 2010 at 3:55 pm Hi Laska, Just to share from the right corner here, Yeah Puncak Jaya is a part of SEA because it’s situated in the irian jaya part (indonesia) but the ‘range’ OR ‘the body’ of the puncak jaya peak are belongs to the range from papua new guinea. Thats why it is also consider as the tallest mountain in Oceania. I agree with you it’s clearly in Indonesia but now we are referring to the geography term (because its all is about geography and boundaries) to clarify the right fact on this hot issue. As a conclusion, the puncak jaya are belongs to papua from ‘geography sight’. Except if someone wish to ‘cut’ its NECK (border) to separate the head (puncak jaya) from the body (range bishmark/sudirman) then we all would except that puncak jaya is belong to irian jaya. I hope thats help. September 6, 2010 at 11:25 pm i don’t understand. Hkakabo Razi is situated in a state of Burma, hence is is a part of Burma, which is a part of SE Asia. No? It even has those militants from Burma populating it to prove its origin even more LOL If I’m not mistaken, it’s not a matter of whether Hkakabo Razi is sacred or not, it’s because of the dense forest that’s dangerous (plus its decorated by the rebels that occupy those northern regions of Burma) and the government policy that makes it closed to outsiders. I’m sure the locals there climb it all the time. Also, someone else already said it but yeah, a Jap guy and a local has been official recorded for ascending that mountain already. 10. Mt. Kinabalu, 4094m, Malaysia anut December 26, 2011 at 4:08 am in part of kesatuan yes! but in the geology/geographical study they said the mount in the indon n the one in myanmar is not a part of asean…just a country boundaries make it in the SEA region. for the information..only mount KK that have the facility for amateur hiking…the other need a lot of money if u want to conquer it… the point that tourism malaysia use is the geology/geographical. the research by the profesional. the range that in myanmar and indon is not from the country itself. it is from the center (himalaya for Ganlanzi..n australia or oceania plat) n Mt KK is come from croker and croker itselt was in sabah only not share with kalimantan even sarawak. we should change to ‘the highest mountain in SEA geographical region’ i guess.. The Truth June 4, 2012 at 11:10 pm What a load of crap to say Indonesia West Guinea is not part of Asia but geographically part of Australia/Oceania. New Guinea is an island, just like Borneo and both are NOT connected to the Asian mainland. So how can we say that Borneo is in Asia? Following this reasoning, Mount KK will not be considered a place in Asia or South East Asia! tanak kampung Whatever, im happy to be sabahan.my business getting bigger because of our proud mt.kinabalu. That is mean, just to be smart and appretiate what we have. Aramai tiii i’m not very good at linguistics. but i think we’re always have a problem to differentiate between ‘tertinggi’ and ‘paling tinggi’. ‘paling tinggi’ means ‘the highest’ ‘tertinggi’ means ‘one of the most highest’ werd August 20, 2013 at 9:28 pm The highest in South East Asia geographically but not politically? On what ground you saying Hkakabo Razi is not in South East Asia geographically, beats me. Now how do you define South East Asia geographically- based on earth plate? The is no such thing as South East Asia in strictly geographical or geological sense. There is only Asia because it sits on its own plate. Period. Ev


Who is the British director of the 1994 film 'Shallow Grave'?

Shallow Grave (1994) - The Criterion Collection The Criterion Collection   Spine #616 The diabolical thriller Shallow Grave was the first film from director Danny Boyle, producer Andrew Macdonald, and screenwriter John Hodge (the smashing team behind Trainspotting). In it, three self-involved Edinburgh roommates—played by Kerry Fox, Christopher Eccleston, and Ewan McGregor, in his first starring role—take in a brooding boarder, and when he dies of an overdose, leaving a suitcase full of money, the trio embark on a series of very bad decisions, with extraordinarily grim consequences for all. Macabre but with a streak of offbeat humor, this stylistically influential tale of guilt and derangement is a full-throttle bit of Hitchcockian nastiness. Cast Disc Features FILMMAKER-APPROVED SPECIAL EDITION New, restored digital transfer, supervised by director of photography Brian Tufano, with 2.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack on the Blu-ray edition Two audio commentaries: one by director Danny Boyle and the other by screenwriter John Hodge and producer Andrew Macdonald New interview piece featuring actors Christopher Eccleston, Kerry Fox, and Ewan McGregor Digging Your Own Grave, a 1993 documentary by Kevin Macdonald on the making of the film Andrew Macdonald and Kevin Macdonald’s video diary from the 1992 Edinburgh Film Festival, where they shopped around the script for Shallow Grave Shallow Grave trailer and Trainspotting teaser PLUS: A new essay by critic Philip Kemp New cover by Josh Cochran, Meredith Jenks, and Eric Skillman Current Posts


Which metal has a low-grade version called spelter, often used for sculptural casting?

Sculpture - Wikipedia, Photos and Videos Sculpture NEXT GO TO RESULTS [51 .. 100] WIKIPEDIA ARTICLE "Sculptor" redirects here. For other uses, see Sculptor (disambiguation) and Sculpture (disambiguation) . The Dying Gaul , or The Capitoline Gaul [1] a Roman marble copy of a Hellenistic work of the late 3rd century BCE Capitoline Museums , Rome Michelangelo 's Moses , (c. 1513–1515), San Pietro in Vincoli , Rome , for the tomb of Pope Julius II . Netsuke of tigress with two cubs, mid-19th century Japan, ivory with shell inlay The Angel of the North by Antony Gormley , 1998 Sculpture is the branch of the visual arts that operates in three dimensions. It is one of the plastic arts . Durable sculptural processes originally used carving (the removal of material) and modelling (the addition of material, as clay), in stone , metal , ceramics , wood and other materials but, since Modernism , there has been an almost complete freedom of materials and process. A wide variety of materials may be worked by removal such as carving, assembled by welding or modelling, or molded , or cast . Sculpture in stone survives far better than works of art in perishable materials, and often represents the majority of the surviving works (other than pottery) from ancient cultures, though conversely traditions of sculpture in wood may have vanished almost entirely. However, most ancient sculpture was brightly painted, and this has been lost. [2] Sculpture has been central in religious devotion in many cultures, and until recent centuries large sculptures, too expensive for private individuals to create, were usually an expression of religion or politics. Those cultures whose sculptures have survived in quantities include the cultures of the ancient Mediterranean, India and China, as well as many in South America and Africa. The Western tradition of sculpture began in ancient Greece , and Greece is widely seen as producing great masterpieces in the classical period. During the Middle Ages , Gothic sculpture represented the agonies and passions of the Christian faith. The revival of classical models in the Renaissance produced famous sculptures such as Michelangelo 's David . Modernist sculpture moved away from traditional processes and the emphasis on the depiction of the human body, with the making of constructed sculpture , and the presentation of found objects as finished art works. Contents 12 External links Types of sculpture[ edit ] A basic distinction is between sculpture in the round, free-standing sculpture, such as statues , not attached (except possibly at the base) to any other surface, and the various types of relief , which are at least partly attached to a background surface. Relief is often classified by the degree of projection from the wall into low or bas-relief , high relief , and sometimes an intermediate mid-relief . Sunk-relief is a technique restricted to ancient Egypt . Relief is the usual sculptural medium for large figure groups and narrative subjects, which are difficult to accomplish in the round, and is the typical technique used both for architectural sculpture , which is attached to buildings, and for small-scale sculpture decorating other objects, as in much pottery , metalwork and jewellery . Relief sculpture may also decorate steles , upright slabs, usually of stone, often also containing inscriptions. Another basic distinction is between subtractive carving techniques, which remove material from an existing block or lump, for example of stone or wood, and modelling techniques which shape or build up the work from the material. Techniques such as casting , stamping and moulding use an intermediate matrix containing the design to produce the work; many of these allow the production of several copies. Open air Buddhist rock reliefs at the Longmen Grottos , China The term "sculpture" is often used mainly to describe large works, which are sometimes called monumental sculpture , meaning either or both of sculpture that is large, or that is attached to a building. But the term properly covers many types of small works i


What is the name of Steven Spielberg's 1997 film telling the story of a slave ship mutiny?

Amistad (1997) - 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 About a 1839 mutiny aboard a slave ship that is traveling towards the northeastern coast of America. Much of the story involves a court-room drama about the free man who led the revolt. Director: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 37 titles created 04 Nov 2011 a list of 25 titles created 15 Apr 2013 a list of 49 titles created 21 Sep 2013 a list of 48 titles created 09 Dec 2013 a list of 25 titles created 26 Mar 2014 Search for " Amistad " 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. Nominated for     4     Oscars. Another    9 wins & 38 nominations. See more awards  » Videos A black Southern woman struggles to find her identity after suffering abuse from her father and others over four decades. Director: Steven Spielberg Based on the true story of the Black September aftermath, about the five men chosen to eliminate the ones responsible for that fateful day. Director: Steven Spielberg A young English boy struggles to survive under Japanese occupation during World War II. Director: Steven Spielberg Young Albert enlists to serve in World War I after his beloved horse is sold to the cavalry. Albert's hopeful journey takes him out of England and to the front lines as the war rages on. Director: Steven Spielberg A romantic adventure about a legendary pilot's passion for dare-devil firefighting and his girl. Director: Steven Spielberg Hysterical Californians prepare for a Japanese invasion in the days after Pearl Harbor. Director: Steven Spielberg A highly advanced robotic boy longs to become "real" so that he can regain the love of his human mother. Director: Steven Spielberg After an encounter with U.F.O.s, a line worker feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen. Director: Steven Spielberg A woman attempts to reunite her family by helping her husband escape prison and together kidnapping their son. But things don't go as planned when they are forced to take a police hostage on the road. Director: Steven Spielberg As the Civil War continues to rage, America's president struggles with continuing carnage on the battlefield as he fights with many inside his own cabinet on the decision to emancipate the slaves. Director: Steven Spielberg Edit Storyline Amistad is the name of a slave ship traveling from Cuba to the U.S. in 1839. It is carrying a cargo of Africans who have been sold into slavery in Cuba, taken on board, and chained in the cargo hold of the ship. As the ship is crossing from Cuba to the U.S., Cinque, who was a tribal leader in Africa, leads a mutiny and takes over the ship. They continue to sail, hoping to find help when they land. Instead, when they reach the United States, they are imprisoned as runaway slaves. They don't speak a word of English, and it seems like they are doomed to die for killing their captors when an abolitionist lawyer decides to take their case, arguing that they were free citizens of another country and not slaves at all. The case finally gets to the Supreme Court, where John Quincy Adams makes an impassioned and eloquent plea for their release. Written by M Parkinson, Sarasota, FL, USA A true story. See more  » Genres: Rated R for some scenes of strong brutal violence and some related nudity | See all certifications  » Parents Guide: 25 December 1997 (USA) See more  » Also Known As: Amistad - Das Sklavenschiff See more  » Filming Locations: $4,661,866        (USA) (12 December 1997) Gross: Did You Know? Trivia Baldwin's statement at 33:30 that "the only way one may sell or purchase slaves is if they are born slaves, as on a plantation" refers to the fact that the importation of slaves into the United States was made illegal in 1808. Ar


Give one year during the life of George 'Beau' Brummell.

Regency History: The rise and fall of Beau Brummell (1778-1840) The rise and fall of Beau Brummell (1778-1840) by from The History of White's  by Hon Algernon Bourke (1892) Profile George "Beau" Brummell (7 June 1778 - 30 March 1840) was a Regency dandy and fashion leader, famous for his elegant dress, his witty remarks and his friendship with George, Prince of Wales, the future George IV. From Downing Street to Eton George Bryan Brummell, famously nicknamed “Beau”, was born on 7 June 1778, the younger son of Billy Brummell and Mary Richardson. He was born in Downing Street, where his father worked as private secretary to Lord North. In 1783, Billy Brummell retired from politics and bought an estate, Donnington Grove in Berkshire. In 1786, Brummell was sent to Eton with his elder brother, William. They were Oppidans or fee-paying boys and boarded with Dame Young. Brummell mingled with the aristocracy, becoming known for his gentlemanly manners and ready wit, which kept him out of trouble. He developed an interest in dress and his elegant bearing earned him the nickname Buck Brummell. A grand inheritance When Brummell’s father died in 1794, he left his estate to be shared equally between his three children, rather than the whole going to his eldest son. The estate, valued at around £60,000, was to be held in trust until the children came of age. This was a huge fortune, equivalent to more than £5 million today using the retail price index, and more like £70 million when relative earnings are taken into account.(1) The Hussars Brummell went up to Oriel College, Oxford, in May 1794, but after just one term, he asked his father’s executors for a commission in the army. He became a cornet in the 10th Light Dragoons – the Prince of Wales ’ own regiment. The dragoons wore elaborate uniforms and liked to be known as Hussars. They were disorderly, hard drinking and known for their lack of morality, and included many of the Prince of Wales’ set, of which Brummell soon became an important member. Brummell obtained promotion to lieutenant in 1795 and then captain in 1796, and with each promotion came a new, and grander, uniform. But life in the army had its costs. A fall, or possibly a kick, from his horse broke his nose, damaging his classic profile. Brummell and the Prince from Memoirs of George IV by Robert Huish (1830) It seems incredible that a non-aristocratic boy of sixteen should be accepted into the Prince’s own regiment and then into his circle of intimate friends. How Brummell first came to the Prince’s notice is not known, but it seems likely that it was his wit and dress sense that attracted the Prince, probably while Brummell was still at Eton. Brummell supported the Prince at his wedding to Princess Caroline in 1795; he was also one of the drunken companions whom she accused of ruining her honeymoon. When the regiment were ordered to Manchester in 1798, Brummell sold out, anxious not to lose his position of influence with the Prince. The following year, he came into his inheritance. He was now a man of means and meant to make his mark. Beau Brummell the dandy Brummell moved into 4 Chesterfield Street in 1799 and determined to become the best dressed gentleman in London. His levées became events of great importance as gentlemen, including the Prince of Wales, came to see how he dressed. It was around 1800, after Brummell’s first season in London, that he acquired the nickname Beau. His style was understated elegance, with a limited palette of colours, rather than the gaudy finery of the Georgian gentleman. He was famous for the intricate folds of his neck cloth and the Bath coating material of his blue jacket. He patronized a variety of tailors so that no one could say that they made him famous. Brummell rules the ton For many years, it was Brummell’s opinion that mattered. It was he who influenced who should be given vouchers for Almack’s . He could bring someone into fashion by showing them favour or put someone out of fashion by cutting them. He was a member of Whites, Brooks and Watiers. A bow window in his club at


On old time sailing ships what was the role of a loblolly boy?

Royal Navy Diction & Slang Select the begining alphbetical letter:       MADAM The most usual way in which the average naval officer refers to his own or another officer's wife - e.g. "My Madam", "Your Madam".  MAJOR (THE) MAJOR. But to a Marine 'other rank', the title MAJOR primarily refers to the Sergeant-Major. SPUNYARN MAJOR  MAKE MAKE A SIGNAL Naval signals are made not sent.  MAKE-AND-MEND The official naval name for a half-holiday. It comes from the old pipe "Hands to Make and Mend Clothes", the traditional occupation for the hands when no official ship's work is to be carried out.  "Make-and-mend pud" is a slang name for a stodgy pudding which should assist its eaters to sleep heavily after lunch.  TO MAKE UP LEEWAY To make up that which has been lost. Leeway is the drift which a ship makes away from the direction from which the wind is blowing.  MANNING SHIP A ceremonial mark of salutation, originally as showing your peaceful intentions (like the raising of a knight's visor) in that with all hands on deck you could have no guns manned. The present method of manning ship - along the sides of the upper deck - was introduced in 1873, replacing the manning of yards and rigging which by then had largely disappeared.  MARINE ROYAL MARINES Since 1746 the Marines have the privilege of marching through the City of London with drums beating, Colours flying, and bayonets fixed; this privilege, shared with certain regiments, stems from the formation of the first Maritime Regiments in 1664 from the Trained Bands of the City of London (from whom the Marines derive the nickname of Jollies). Among various general nicknames for the Royal Marines may be cited Turkeys (becuase of the scarlet coats), Bullocks (from the Magnificent physique of the Marine Artillery), Bootnecks and Leathernecks (from the piece of leather sewn in the neck of their full dress tunics), Jerines, Flatfoots, Jollies, Joeys and Bashi- Bazouks, Acquatic Hussar, Water Buffalo.  Traditionally the Royal Marines' messdecks (always known as the Barracks) on board any HM Ship is situated between the seamen's messes and the officers' quarters.  "TELL THAT TO THE MARINES" A seamen's repartee to an improbable story. The expression is said to derive from a conversation between King Charles II and Samuel Pepys in 1664 when stories were being told of strage things seen abroad, stories which the Court could not credit. The truth of one of these was vouched for by an officer of the Maritime Regiment of Foot and in reply King Charles said that in future before casting doubt on the truth of a story he would first tell it to the Marines. MARRY TO MARRY THE GUNNER'S DAUGHTER An old naval expression meaning to be laid over a gun to receive a thrashing.  MARQUE LETTERS OF MARQUE (MART) A commission granted by the Admiralty to the master of a merchant ship or privateer to attack the ships of an enemy.  MARTIN ST MARTIN-IN-THE FIELDS CHURCH On special occasions, a white ensign is flown on the portice of the church of St Martin-in-the-fields, Trafalgar Square, London, since that church is the parish church of the Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty. This privilege dates from about 1790. A fresh ensign is given to the church by the Admiralty when required.  A silk Admiralty flag was presented to the church by the Admiralty in November, 1954, to hang over the Admiralty Box on the South side of the Chancel.  MARTINGALE MARTINGALE A stay which prevents a boom, spare or strut from topping up. Originally the stay leading down from the job-boom of a sailing ship to the ship's stem.  MASTER MASTER (1) Originally the Captain of a warship was a courtier or an army officer embarked in the ship, with his soldiers, to do the fighting, the sailing of the ship being in the hands of the naval men under the Master or Boatswain. This was changed in the Elizabethan era when the long sea voyages undertaken made it necessary for the Captain to have a real knowledge of ship handling and not of fighting only. Thus the Master of a warship was in charge of the navigating of the ship, as opp


Which fruit provides the basis for quetsch brandy?

Plum Tart Recipe : Ina Garten : Food Network Panna Cotta Recipes 4.6 117 The crust and plums had excellent texture, I would definitely make this again. Next time, however, I would definitely add some other flavors, like cinnamon or nutmeg, or maybe toss the plums with orange juice or zest because almost all of the flavor in this dessert comes from the plums.<br /> Menas W 2016-08-01T02:26:48Z item not reviewed by moderator and published Made this today with Italian prunes from our tree.  The crust was perfect, plenty for the bottom and for the topping.  Used a ten inch spring form pan.  The plum mixture was exactly the right proportion of everything, did not have liqueur, sub other flavoring-used a combo of vanilla & almond extract.  My crust was tender, the tapioca did not stay in little balls, I had plenty of dough, and  it for sure was not too much sugar. Maybe my prunes were more tart. Anyway, it was perfect. thepracticalprepper 2015-09-18T01:20:41Z item not reviewed by moderator and published A simply awesome and nutritious dessert to make! No fuss, no issues. Not sure why others are having problems. I used regular dark plums could not find the Italian versions. I tasted them first to get a read on the sweetness and tartness. Also on the ripeness. This is very necessary in order to predict the outcome of the juiciness or the lack there of. I will use whole wheat flour next time to add to the fiber content. Thanks Ina, this is a keeper! RuthisNaomi 2014-10-17T15:59:33Z item not reviewed by moderator and published Loooooooove this recipe! I 100% recommend it. I've made it a few times. I made this for a pie cook-off at work. It was a favorite! It's actually my husband's favorite.  It always turns out perfectly; just follow her directions. Sometimes I substitute less flour and add more very finely chopped walnuts (I put them in the food processor). The crust has a more nutty taste with the walnut flour. Thank you, Ina! Jamie Y. 2014-10-12T20:29:32Z item not reviewed by moderator and published This wasn't difficult at all, and a great way to use up a bunch of the plums my roommate got from her farmshare. I sprinkled some plain white sugar on the plums beforehand and squished them a little before laying them down - I think it made a huge difference. I'd like to know how to make it less dry in the future, as it got a little burnt on the bottom and edges, and the dryness prevented it from holding together well. Also I used a standard Pyrex glass pan, which probably isn't a great idea. Still, we all loved it. Guest 2014-10-07T01:56:29Z item not reviewed by moderator and published Amazing tart and one of my favorite desserts from Ina! It's hard to find the correct fruit -- but when they are in season, this dessert is a must. I've tried substituting other varieties of plums without success. So following this recipe as written is key. And as with any fruit dessert, quality and ripeness of fruits used are essential. This dessert presents beautifully and has a great crust. Tart, sweet and worth making again and again. I love the design of the plums; worth taking the time to create the design. Thanks Ina! oliver.everette 2014-08-18T21:44:43Z item not reviewed by moderator and published This is a very easy, super delicious recipe. Not too sweet, so you get all the flavors, from the tartness of the fruit, the nuts, the butter, so good! Thanks Ina, again you saved the tart :) Angelika L. 2014-08-11T20:19:33Z item not reviewed by moderator and published The recipe is perfect.. except that the plums I used were too sour. Next time I'll look for sweeter plums. I was tempted to substitute one of those all-purpose flour cups for a cup of oats, but I didn't this time. I definitely will next time. I'm not sure why it says "Level: Intermediate." This was one of the easiest things I've made! Surfacin9 2014-03-01T11:47:54Z item not reviewed by moderator and published First time was for company!!! We have an "old fashioned" plum tree. The plums are tiny, but tasty. They were wonderful in this dessert. My company loved it....


Which is the longest river in New Zealand?

Longest River Business Type: Longest River Overview The Waikato River is the longest river in New Zealand, it runs for 425 kilometres from the eastern slopes of Mount Ruapehu, joining the Tongariro River system and emptying into Tasman Sea, south of Auckland at Port Waikato. Address: Port Waikato, New Zealand Hamilton & Waikato Description The Waikato River is the longest river in New Zealand, it runs for 425 kilometres from the eastern slopes of Mount Ruapehu, joining the Tongariro River system and emptying into Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest lake. It drains Taupo at the lake's northeastern edge, creates the Huka Falls, and then flows northwest, through the Waikato Plains. It empties into the Tasman Sea south of Auckland, at Port Waikato. It gives its name to the Waikato region that surrounds the Waikato Plains. The river's main tributary is the Waipa River, which has its confluence with the Waikato at Ngaruawahia. The name Waikato comes from the M?ori language and translates as flowing water. The Waikato River has spiritual meaning for various local M?ori tribes, including the large Tainui, who regard it as a source of their mana, or pride. The widely-respected marae, of Turangawaewae, is close to its banks at Ngaruawahia. For many years Tainui tribe have sought to re-establish their links to the river after the New Zealand land wars (see Invasion of Waikato) and the subsequent confiscations of the 1860s, and are continuing negotiations with the current New Zealand government. The Tainui Iwi was advised not to bring a case for the river before the Treaty Tribunal as they would not win. An out of court settlement was arranged and the deed of settlement signed by the Crown and Waikato-Tainui in August 2008 settled the Raupatu claim to the Waikato River, although other claims for land blocks and harbours are still outstanding. Waikato-Tainui now have joint management of the river with Environment Waikato. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waikato_river Locations In the North Island, it runs for 425 kilometres from the eastern slopes of Mount Ruapehu, joining the Tongariro River system and emptying into Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest lake. It drains Taupo at the lake's northeastern edge, creates the Huka Falls, and then flows northwest, through the Waikato Plains. It empties into the Tasman Sea south of Auckland, at Port Waikato. It gives its name to the Waikato region that surrounds the Waikato Plains.


The former Labour minister Charles Clarke had his constituency in which English city?

Charles Clarke, former MP, Norwich South - TheyWorkForYou TheyWorkForYou Has never voted on increasing the rate of VAT Consistently voted for a wholly elected House of Lords Show votes Almost always voted for more EU integration Show votes Generally voted for removing hereditary peers from the House of Lords Show votes Consistently voted for university tuition fees Show votes Generally voted against replacing Trident with a new nuclear weapons system Show votes We have lots more plain English analysis of Charles Clarke’s voting record on issues like health, welfare, taxation and more. Visit Charles Clarke’s full vote analysis page for more. Recent appearances Opposition Day — [5th Allotted Day]: Local Government (Devon, Norfolk and Suffolk) 9 Mar 2010 The hon. Gentleman has said that he will use his powers to block the proposal in whatever way he can. Does he accept that in so doing, he will be explicitly going against the positions of the Liberal Democrat candidate in Norwich, South and the leader of the Liberal Democrat group on Norwich city council? Opposition Day — [5th Allotted Day]: Local Government (Devon, Norfolk and Suffolk) 9 Mar 2010 I am delighted that this debate is taking place. First of all, and following the remarks of the Chair of the Select Committee, it is important to say that it directly affects the constituents of just three constituencies-my constituency of Norwich, South, and the constituencies of Norwich, North and of Exeter. There may be indirect effects on other constituencies, and the hon. Member for... Opposition Day — [5th Allotted Day]: Local Government (Devon, Norfolk and Suffolk) 9 Mar 2010 For three reasons. First, as I said, it will be a new council-that is important-all-out elected in 2011, with new chief officers and a new situation. Secondly, I believe that there will be genuine economies in various areas as a result of a unitary authority with services working together. Thirdly, the performance of the city council over recent years has been improving significantly from a... Former Labour MP for Norwich South Entered the House of Commons on 1 May 1997 — General election Left the House of Commons on 12 April 2010 — General election (stood again) Other offices held in the past Member, East of England Regional Select Committee (4 Mar 2009 to 11 May 2010) Home Secretary (16 Dec 2004 to 8 May 2006) Secretary of State, Department for Education and Skills (25 Oct 2002 to 16 Dec 2004) Minister without Portfolio (8 Jun 2001 to 24 Oct 2002) Minister of State, Home Office (28 Jul 1999 to 11 Jun 2001) Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Education and Employment (28 Jul 1998 to 28 Jul 1999) Previous MPs in this constituency Criminal Justice and Police Bill Committee (15 out of 15) Numerology Please note that numbers do not measure quality. Also, representatives may do other things not currently covered by this site. Has spoken in 3 debates in the last year — well below average amongst MPs. See all Charles Clarke’s speeches Has received answers to 0 written questions in the last year — well below average amongst MPs. Replied within 2 or 3 weeks to a medium number of messages sent via WriteToThem.com during 2008, according to constituents. Has voted in 65.61% of votes in this Parliament with this affiliation — below average amongst MPs. (From Public Whip) People have made 179 annotations on this MP’s speeches — well above average amongst MPs. This MP’s speeches, in Hansard, are readable by an average 18–19 year old, going by the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level score. 95 people are tracking this MP Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 1081 times in debates — well above average amongst MPs. Last updated: 12 Apr 2010. 1. Remunerated directorships LJCreate (formerly LJGroup), Francis Way, Bowthorpe, Norwich, NR5 9JA; educational systems provider. Attend meetings and give advice. Received payment of £1,667. Hours: 8hrs. (Registered 6 August 2009 ) Received payment of £1,667. Hours: 8hrs. (Registered 31 August 2009) Received payment of £1,667 for September 200


Which island, home to a monastery, lies off the coast of South Wales opposite Tenby?

Caldey Island | near Tenby | Pembrokeshire | Quality Cottages Quality Cottages caldey monks welcome visitors to their beautiful island retreat November 20, 2015 Boat Trips , Family Attractions , Family friendly , Pembrokeshire , Quality Cottages , Tenby Caldey Island photo by Doc Searls Caldey Island lies off the south west coast of Pembrokeshire close to the seaside resort of Tenby. During the summer months trip boats take visitors from Tenby Harbour to spend a few hours exploring the beautiful unspoilt retreat. Caldey Island Abbey and Monastery Caldey has been home to monks for over 2000 years. Their pristine white washed, red tile topped abbey and monastery were built in 1910 by Anglican Benedictine Monks and passed to the Cistercian order in 1929. It was constructed in the Arts & Crafts style and is now a Grade II listed building. The old priory and two medieval churches of St David and St Illtud are open to the public. The Caldey Island Shop, Quay Hill, Tenby  is on the right hand side of the picture The monks run the island as a dairy farm. They also produce shortbread, chocolate and perfume which are sold to tourists on the island and in the Caldey Island Shop on Quay Hill in Tenby. Commemorative stamps, postcards and normal post office services are available in the island’s characterful sub post office which doubles as a museum showcasing the history, archaeology and life on the island. Visitors are welcome to attend the two monastic chanted services which take place at 12.15pm and 2.20pm each day in the Abbey Church. Refreshments are served in the Tea Gardens. An island guide offers free walking tours or visitors are welcome to  to explore  on their own. A visit to the island lighthouse offers spectacular views of the Pembrokeshire coast, Tenby, the Preseli Hills, Gower Peninsula and Lundy Island. Priory Bay on Caldey Island The golden sands of magnificent Priory Bay are the perfect place to enjoy a picnic and perhaps a swim before returning to Tenby cottages on the mainland. Caldey Island has a Facebook page Tickets are available at the Caldey Island Kiosk at the top of Tenby Harbour and include the return boat fare and landing fee. Boats sail every 20 to 30 minutes between 10am and 3pm. Visitors may return on any boat. The last one is usually around 5pm. On high tides boats leave from Tenby Harbour on low tides from Castle Beach. The island is closed on Sundays. Caldey Island has a Facebook page. Family and dog friendly Tenby South Beach Bar Grill on the water’s edge has magnificent views of Caldey Island from its stylish informal glass walled restaurant and its beachside terrace. Open from 11am til 11pm.


Give one year during the lifetime of actor David Garrick.

David Garrick DAVID GARRICK This article was originally published in Encyclopedia Britannica, Eleventh Edition, Volume XI. Robert Caruthers & Adolphus William Ward. Cambridge: University Press, 1910. p. 475-77. GARRICK, DAVID (1717-1779), English actor and theatrical manager, was descended from a good French Protestant family named Garric or Garrique of Bordeaux, which had settled in England on the revocation of the Edict of Nantes. His father, Captain Peter Garrick, who had married Arabella Clough, the daughter of a vicar choral of Lichfield cathedral, was on a recruiting expedition when his famous third son was born at Hereford on the 19th of February 1717. Captain Garrick, who had made his home at Lichfield, where he had a large family, in 1731 rejoined his regiment at Gibraltar. This kept him absent from home for many years, during which letters were written to him by "little Davy," acquainting him with the doings at Lichfield. When the boy was about eleven years old he paid a short visit to Lisbon where his uncle David had settled as a wine merchant. On his father's return from Gibraltar, David, who had previously been educated at the grammar school of Lichfield, was, largely by the advice of Gilbert Walmley, registrar of the exxlesiastical court, sent with his brother George to the "academy" at Edial, just opened in June or July 1736 by Samuel Johnson, the senior by seven years of David, who was then nineteen. This seminary was, however, closed in about six months, and on the 2nd of March 1736/7 both Johnson and Garrick left Lichfield for London -- Johnson, as he afterwards said, "with twopence halfpenny in his pocket," and Garrick "with three-halfpence in his." Johnson, whose chief asset was the MS. tragedy of Irene, was at first the host of his former pupil, who, however, before the end of the year took up his residence at Rochester with John Colson (afterwards Lucasian professor at Cambridge). Captain Garrick died about a month after David's arrival in London. Soon afterwards, his uncle, the wine merchant in Lisbon, having left David a sum of £1000, he and his brother entered into partnership as wine merchants in London and Lichfield, David taking up the London business. The concern was not prosperous--though Samuel Foote's assertion that he had known Garrick with three quarts of vinegar in the cellar calling himself a wine merchant need not be taken literally--and before the end of 1741 he had spent nearly half of his capital. His passion for the stage completely engrossed him; he tried his hand both at dramatic criticism and at dramatic authorship. His first dramatic piece, Lethe, or Aesop in the Shades, which he was thirty-seven years later to read from a splendidly bound transcript to King George III and Queen Charlotte, was played at Drury Lane on the 15th of April 1740; and he became a well-known frequenter of theatrical circles. His first appearance on the stage was made in March 1741, incognito, as Harlequin at Goodman's Fields, Yates, who was ill, having allowed him to take his place during a few scenes of the pantomime entitled Harlequin Student, or The Fall of Pantomime with the Restoration of the Drama. Garrick subsequently accompanied a party of players from the same theatre to Ipswich, where he played his first part as an actor under the name of Lyddal, in the character of Aboan (in Southerne's Oroonoko). His success in this and other parts determined his future career. On the 19th of October 1741, he made his appearance at Goodman's Fields as Richard III and gained the most enthusiastic applause. Among the audience was Macklin, whose performance of Shylock, early in the same year, had pointed the way along which Garrick was so rapidly to pass in triumph. On the morrow the latter wrote to his brother at Lichfield, proposing to make arrangements for his withdrawel from the partnership, which, after much distressful complaint on the part of his family, met by him with the utmost consideration, were ultimately carried into effect. Meanwhile, each night had added to his popularity on the stage. The tow


In which present day country did the Etruscan civilisation exist?

World History Timeline Civilization: Etruscans History Time Map of the Etruscans Overview Etruscan civilization is the modern English name given to a civilization of ancient Italy. Its homeland was in the area of central Italy, just north of Rome, which is today called Tuscany. In ancient times there was a strong tradition that the Etruscans had emigrated from Lydia, on the eastern coast of present-day Turkey. Modern historians have largely discounted this idea, and believe that the Etruscans were an indigenous population - a belief largely confirmed by modern DNA studies. The sudden flowering of Etrsucan civilization at a date earlier than other indigenous peoples of central and northern Italy probably points to the blossoming of strong trading relations between the peoples of the area - identified by modern scholars as belonging to the Iron-age Villanovan culture - and merchants (and possibly some colonists) from the eastern Mediterranean. Mining of metals, especially copper and iron, would have led to early enrichment for the Etruscans, and to a higher material culture than other Italic peoples.   The Etruscan civilization lasted from the 8th century BC to the 3rd and 2nd centuries BC. In the 6th century the Etruscans expanded their influence over a wide area of Italy. They founded city-states in northern Italy, and to the south, their influence expanded down into Latium and beyond. Early Rome was deeply influenced by Etruscan culture (the word "Rome" is Etruscan). The Etruscans also gained control of Corsica. Location of Etruscan Civilization and the city states. Reproduced under License 3.0 Between the late 6th and early 4th centuries BC, Etruscan power declined. To the south, the rising power of the Greek city-states of Sicily and southern Italy weakened Etruscan political and military influence, and cities which they had either dominated or founded, such as Rome , threw out their overlords and became independent city-states. In the north, Gallic tribes moved into northern Italy and destroyed the Etruscan cities there. However, in their homeland the Etruscan cities remained powerful, and were formidable opponents of the rising power of Rome. It was only over a long period, in the 4th and 3rd centuries BC, that they surrendered their independence to the Romans. The Etruscans spoke a unique language, unrelated to those of their neighbours. Their culture was influenced by Greek traders, and by the Greek colonists of southern Italy. The Etruscan alphabet is Greek in its origins. They in turn passed on their alphabet to the Romans. Government The Etruscans adopted the city-state as their political unit from the Greeks, earlier than their neighbours in central Italy. The Etruscan homeland was originally divided into twelve city-states, but new cities sprang up as the Etruscans expanded their sphere of influence. Like the Greeks, most Etruscan cities moved from monarchy to oligarchy in the 6th century BC. Some seem to have retained their monarchies. The different city-states of Etruria were united by a common religion, and apparently too by a loose political confederacy. This did not stop the different states from going to war with one another from time to time. Religion The Etruscan system of belief was, like those of the Greeks and Romans, polytheistic, based on the worship of many gods and goddesses: Tin or Tinia, the sky, Uni his wife, and Cel, the earth goddess. Later, Greek deities were taken into the Etruscan system: Aritimi (Artemis), Menrva (Minerva), Pacha (Dionysus). The Greek heroes taken from Homer also appear extensively in Etruscan art. These deities were active in the world of man and could be persuaded to influence human affairs. Legend had it that, to understand the will of the gods, and how to influence them, had been "revealed" to the Etruscans in the form of oracles which were written down in a series of mysterious sacred books. These books were secret, only to be consulted by the priests. Military Like other ancient cultures, warfare was a major aspect of their political life. Like many an


Cullet is a waste version with impurities of which material?

Raw Materials and Cullet - Glass Technology Services Ltd (GTS) Analysis to determine % carbonate of raw material (carbonates), for emissions calculations. Calculation is provided as carbon emissions per tonnage of raw material. Typically provided in addition to purity and composition analysis for limestone, dolomite and soda ash.   Please  contact us , or make an enquiry using the form above, if you have any bespoke requirements, require further information, or would like a quote for analysis. Please also see our full list of services to understand how we can help your business. GTS provides specialist scanning electron microscopy services to the glass supply-chain. Food and Drink Flat (Float) and Architectural Glass Domestic Glass Raw Materials and Cullet


Chianti must contain at least 75% of which Italian grape variety?

Wine Varietals A-Z ‹ Wines.com Types of wine A-Z What’s on the label Wine “varietals” simply means wine made from a specific winegrape.  Varietal wines in the United States are often named after the dominant grapes used in making the wine.  Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir, and Chenin Blanc are examples of grape varieties. When a wine bottle shows a varietal designation on the label (like Merlot) it means that the wine in the bottle is at least 75%  that grape variety (at least 75% Merlot, for example).*   Showing a varietal on the label tells the consumer what to expect from the flavor of the wine. That’s why learning about basic varietals in important. Wine labels in the U.S. often also give information on location like the Mondavi  “Napa Valley” Cabernet Sauvignon shown here. This indicates that the Cabernet grapes in this wine were grown in the “Napa Valley” official wine region (Viticutural Area or appellation). Wines are not required to carry varietal designations and cannot legally do so if the wine is a blend where no varietal is dominant (more than 75%).  This is often the case.  Then labels (in the U.S.) will often show the percentages of grapes used to make the blend. Other more generic names are used to identify wine without any information on the type of grape used or where it was grown. Examples are Red Wine, White Wine, Table Wine, Blush Wine, etc.. Place of origin designations Designations such as Chablis or Chianti indicate wines similar to the wines originally made in geographic regions indicated by those names. Chablis was originally a product of France and Chianti, a product of Italy. Such wines must include an appellation of origin to indicate the true place of origin. Some wines are designated with distinctive names which are permissible only on specific wines from a particular place or region within the country of origin. For example, Pommard from France and Rudesheimer from Germany. COMMON WINE TYPES Spanish white wine grape that makes crisp, refreshing, and light-bodied wines. Aligoté White wine grape grown in Burgundy making medium-bodied, crisp, dry wines with spicy character. Amarone From Italy’s Veneto Region a strong, dry, long- lived red, made from a blend of partially dried red grapes. Arneis A light-bodied dry wine the Piedmont Region of Italy Asti Spumante From the Piedmont Region of Italy, A semidry sparkling wine produced from the Moscato di Canelli grape in the village of Asti Auslese German white wine from grapes that are very ripe and thus high in sugar Banylus A French wine made from late-harvest Grenache grapes and served with chocolate or dishes with a hint of sweetness. By law the wine must contain 15 percent alcohol. Barbaresco A red wine from the Piedmont Region of Italy, made from Nebbiolo grapes it is lighter than Barolo. Bardolino A light red wine from the Veneto Region of Italy. Blended from several grapes the wine garnet in color, dry and slightly bitter, sometimes lightly sparkling. Barolo Highly regarded Italian red, made from Nebbiolo grapes. It is dark, full-bodied and high in tannin and alcohol. Ages well. Beaujolais Typically light, fresh, fruity red wines from and area south of Burgundy, near Lyons, in eastern France. Areas: Beaujolais-Blanc, Beaujolais Villages, Brouilly, Chénas, Chiroubles, Fleurie, Juliénas, Mouliné-àVent, Morgon, Regnie, Saint Amour. Blanc de Blancs Champagne or white wine made from white grapes. Blanc de Noirs White or blush wine or Champagne made from dark grapes. Blush American term for rosé. Any wine that is pink in color. Boal or Bual Grown on the island of Madeira, it makes medium-sweet wines. Brunello This strain of Sangiovese is the only grape permitted for Brunello di Montalcino, the rare, costly Tuscan red. Luscious black and red fruits with chewy tannins. Cabernet Franc Red wine grape used in Bordeaux for blending with Cabernet Sauvignon. It is an earlier-maturing red wine, due to its lower level of tannins. Light- to medium-bodied wine with more immediate fruit than Cabernet Sauvignon and some of the herb


Isabella of Angouleme was the wife of which English King?

Isabella of AngoulÃªme, wife of King John | Magna Carta Trust 800th Anniversary | Celebrating 800 years of democracy Isabella of AngoulÃªme, wife of King John Home » Schools » Biographies » Women of Magna Carta » Isabella of AngoulÃªme, wife of King John By Professor Louise Wilkinson, of Canterbury Christ Church University The reputation of Isabella of AngoulÃªme, the wife of King John, suffered badly at the hands of thirteenth-century writers [i] . Not only were the circumstances of Isabellaâs marriage blamed for harming Johnâs long-term interests on the Continent, but some chroniclers, like the St Albans monk, Roger of Wendover, also attributed the kingâs inadequate defence of Normandy in 1203-4 to Isabellaâs skills in âsorcery or witchcraftâ. According to Wendover, John became so infatuated with Isabella that he remained inactive and adopted a cheerful demeanour in the face of the French invasion [ii] . Matthew Paris, Wendoverâs successor at St Albans, went so far as to describe Isabella as a woman who was âmore Jezebel than Isabelâ [iii] . Even if Wendoverâs and Parisâs characterizations are a little far fetched, they do, at least, reveal something of the infamy attached to this English queen consort. Although the precise year of Isabellaâs birth is not known, she was probably around twelve years old at the time of her marriage to King John on 24 August 1200. Isabella was the only daughter and heiress of Audemar, count of AngoulÃªme, the lord of a strategically important territory in southwestern France. Her mother was Alice de Courtenay, the daughter of the French lord of Montargis and ChÃ¢teaurenard, and a cousin of the French king Philip Augustus (Philip II). Through her Courtenay connections, Isabella also enjoyed kinship with the kings of Jerusalem, and was a half-sister to Peter, count of Joigny, the child of one of her motherâs earlier marriages [iv] . King John, Isabellaâs bridegroom, was in his thirties and had already been married once before, to Isabella of Gloucester, whom he had set aside as his wife on the grounds of consanguinity. In 1200, John had sound political reasons for marrying Isabella of AngoulÃªme. He did so in order to prevent her union with another powerful Poitevin neighbour, Hugh (IX), lord of Lusignan and count of La Marche. An AngoulÃªme-Lusignan alliance posed a serious threat to Johnâs dominance in the region, and jeopardized the stability of the borders of Poitou and Gascony. Unfortunately, by taking Isabella for his own wife, John caused grave offence to Hugh (IX), who suffered an embarrassing loss of face. Hugh (IX) rebelled against John and appealed to Philip Augustus, who declared Johnâs continental territories forfeit. Isabellaâs union with John thus helped to trigger the war that culminated in the loss of Normandy, Maine, Anjou and Touraine to the French crown in 1204, along with a significant slice of Poitou. Isabella of AngoulÃªmeâs status as Johnâs wife was enhanced when she was crowned queen of England by Archbishop Hubert Walter at Westminster Abbey in October 1200 [v] . As queen, however, Isabella did not enjoy anything like the level of personal wealth or political influence of some of her twelfth-century predecessors in England [vi] . Isabella was not, for example, allowed to receive the revenues from her inheritance, her dower (those lands set aside to provide for her in the event of her husbandâs death) or queenâs gold during Johnâs lifetime. In this way, John ensured that Isabella remained personally dependent upon his continued generosity and goodwill for her day-to-day maintenance, and effectively prevented her from playing an active role in court politics [vii] . During her marriage to John, Isabella was at least successful in fulfilling her primary duty as a medieval English queen consort, that of bearing a male heir. Between 1207 and 1215, Isabella was delivered safely of two sons (the future King Henry III and Richard, earl of Cornwall) and three daughters (the future Joan, queen of Scots, Isabella, wife of Emperor Fr


The Wanderers Stadium is a cricket venue in which South African city?

The Wanderers Cricket Stadium, Johannesburg The legend of Wanderers Wanderers Cricket Stadium Popularly known as the ‘the Bullring’, the Wanderers Cricket Stadium in Johannesburg has hosted some of the greatest Test matches since its inception in 1856. Over the years it has been the venue for some of the most scintillating games. Did you know? The first 1st-class match played at Wanderers Stadium was in November 1956, between Transvaal and Natal. The Wanderers Cricket Stadium was moved three times to reach its present venue in Illovo. Its first grounds – known as Old Wanderers – is now the site of the Johannesburg Railway Station. At the end of the 1945-46 season, cricket games were then moved to Doornfontein, where Ellis Park Stadium now stands, before being moved to the present location. The current stadium, the building of which commenced in 1955, hosted its first test in 1956. Since 1991, the stadium has been upgraded several times and according to its website, R60-million has been spent on the upgrades to date. Wanderers now has a capacity of about 34 000. Because if its excellent facilities, the Wanderers Cricket Stadium was the venue for Cricket World Cup final in 2003. On 12 March 2006, the stadium was also the site of what is considered by many cricket fans as one of the greatest matches ever played. During the final match of a five-day series between South Africa and Australia, the Proteas successfully chased down Australia's score of 434/3 to win by 438/3. The Proteas won that series 3-2. The game has since been dubbed the '438 game'. The Wanderers is currently the home ground for Highveld Lions team. Travel


The tallest cathedral in France is to be found in which Northern city?

NOVA - Official Website | Building the Great Cathedrals NOVA Search... Building the Great Cathedrals How did medieval engineers construct magnificent skyscrapers of glass and stone? Airing December 23, 2015 at 9 pm on PBS Aired December 23, 2015 on PBS Originally aired 10.05.11 Program Description (Program not available for streaming.) Take a dazzling architectural journey inside those majestic marvels of Gothic architecture, the great cathedrals of Chartres, Beauvais and other European cities. Carved from 100 million pounds of stone, some cathedrals now teeter on the brink of catastrophic collapse. To save them, a team of engineers, architects, art historians, and computer scientists searches the naves, bays, and bell-towers for clues. NOVA investigates the architectural secrets that the cathedral builders used to erect their towering, glass-filled walls and reveals the hidden formulas drawn from the Bible that drove medieval builders ever upward. Building The Great Cathedrals PBS Airdate: October 19, 2010 NARRATOR: Gothic cathedrals: giant walls of glass, in a kaleidoscope of colors, surrounded by a spider web of masonry and crowned with eerie gargoyles. These skyscrapers of stone dominate skylines for nearly 1,000 years. How, in the Middle Ages, without the benefit of modern tools and technology, did engineers construct Gothic cathedrals? Now, experts explore a radical new theory: a hidden mathematical code, ripped from pages of the Bible, was used as a blueprint. JACQUELINE JUNG (Yale University): People were using the proportions by which God had created the universe. NARRATOR: But to unlock the cathedral code, investigators must strip these medieval mega-structures to their bare bones. FRANK HELMHOLZ (Master Stonemason): Very slowly, let the pressure go. NARRATOR: They've got to figure out how cathedrals could reach such spectacular heights and what pushed some to the brink of collapse? Now, can these experts solve one of the greatest medieval mysteries? How on earth did they build the Gothic cathedral? Up next on NOVA, Building the Great Cathedrals . Taller than the ancient pyramids in Egypt, large enough to hold the Statue of Liberty; a hundred million pounds of stone, seemingly weightless, yet as heavy as the Empire State Building. This is a revolution in building: Gothic cathedrals. From the moment they appear in Europe, about a thousand years ago, they spark an intense rivalry between cities. They consume the labor of entire towns, sometimes taking a hundred years to build. With just hand tools and stone, master craftsmen find ways to defy gravity, pushing to greater and greater heights. But this race for height sometimes leads to disaster. One of the tallest cathedrals collapses twice. Many others still teeter on the brink of catastrophe. STEPHEN MURRAY (Columbia University): It's frightening to see. This is the least stable bay in the entire building. NARRATOR: How on earth did medieval builders construct these skyscrapers of stone? And what caused some to collapse? Now, two teams uncover the engineering secrets locked inside Gothic cathedrals. One team reassembles a Gothic church in California, to discover how cathedrals went up. FRANK HELMHOLZ: This is the first time we've seen this all together, it's really amazing. NARRATOR: Another team, in France, uses laser scanning to investigate why some of the tallest cathedrals fell down. STEPHEN MURRAY: This is an exciting building, because it's come through a whole series of catastrophes. NARRATOR: What pushed cathedral builders to such dangerous heights? Experts explore a radical new theory: medieval builders used sacred numbers from the Bible as a blueprint. JOAN BRANHAM (Providence College): We can analyze medieval manuscripts that show the Temple of Solomon, and guess what it looks like? It looks like a Gothic church. NARRATOR: Embedded in stone and stained glass, is there a hidden mathematical code that unlocks the secrets of Gothic cathedrals? At the dawn of cathedral construction, in the late Middle Ages, around the 12th century, building with stone was d


Hilary Mantel won the 2009 Man Booker Prize with which novel?

Guardian critics on the 2009 Booker prize winner, Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall | Books | The Guardian The Guardian Books podcast Guardian critics on the 2009 Booker prize winner, Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall Hilary Mantel's reimagined life of Henry VIII's fixer, Thomas Cromwell, has won the 2009 Man Booker prize for fiction. The Guardian's literary editor, Claire Armitstead, discusses the novel with John Crace and Sarah Crown Hilary Mantel is the clear bookies' favourite to win the 2009 Booker prize Photograph: Eamonn McCabe/Eamonn McCabe Tuesday 6 October 2009 16.54 EDT First published on Tuesday 6 October 2009 16.54 EDT Share on Messenger Close This year's Man Booker prize has attracted greater attention - and greater sales - than the award has seen for many years. Claire Armitstead, John Crace and Sarah Crown discuss the merits of the winning novel, Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall, debating whether Mantel's portrayal of Thomas Cromwell and the court of Henry VIII stand up to scrutiny, if the judges passed over a more deserving winner, and how the bookies will feel about seeing the favourite waltz off with the prize for the first time in a decade. Topics Bookies' favourite Hilary Mantel wins 2009 prize for her fictionalised life of Thomas Cromwell, Wolf Hall Published: 6 Oct 2009 This year's Man Booker prizewinner, Hilary Mantel, talks to Sarah Crown about her triumphant novel, Wolf Hall, how she came to admire her scheming hero Thomas Cromwell, and why she writes historical fiction Published: 7 Oct 2009 Hilary Mantel has won this year's Man Booker prize with her fictionalised life of Thomas Cromwell, Wolf Hall. I'm delighted - are you? Published: 7 Oct 2009


Which bird do the French know as `hibou'?

Owl in French! Le hibou! Word of the Week #5 - YouTube Owl in French! Le hibou! Word of the Week #5 Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Published on Dec 30, 2012 ProjectHappiMusic. Say Owl in French! Le hibou! Special grammar below. DIY owl. Learn to draw an owl! Teach your child a language with Project Happi Music! Project Happi Music is on ITUUUUNES! https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/pro... Seriously! TELL ME A WORD YOU WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IN ANOTHER LANGUAGE! I will post a Word Of The Week about it! Say Owl in French - Hibou! This is an onomatopoeic words, which means when you say HIBOU, it sounds like the noise an owl makes. Hoooo hoooo! Hiiiiboouu! Did you know there is another word for owl in French? Can you find out what it is? Feel free to post a comment about the way YOU prounouce LE HIBOU:) *Special Grammar* Although in French you do not pronouce the "H" (h aspiré), it acts like a consonant. This means that neither contractions nor liaisons are made in front of it. A liason, for example, is when you say "Mon ami" (my friend) you pronounce the "n" in "mon" before the vowel of the next word : [MO-NA-ME]. However, when you say "Mon hibou," you do not pronounce this preceding "n". Using the same example for a contraction, you say "L'ami" (the friend) [LA-ME],versus "Le hibou" [LU-EE-BOO]. www.ProjectHappiMusic.com


Which actor played Inspector George Gently in the TV series of that name?

Inspector George Gently Cast List - TV Guide UK TV Listings Inspector George Gently Cast List Asst Chief Const Chris Brailsford (IMDB)   Asst Chief Const Gordon Chris Brailsford (IMDB)   Chief Constable Lilley Francis Magee (IMDB)   Chief constable Lilley Mal Whyte (IMDB)   Chief Supt Langham Nicholas Rowe (IMDB)   DCS Trevor Statham Nigel Lindsay (IMDB)   Dr Philip Morgan Paul Copley (IMDB)   DS John Bacchus Lee Ingleby (IMDB)   DS Kieran Lawson Morgan Watkins (IMDB)   Insp George Gently Martin Shaw (IMDB)   Inspector George Gently Martin Shaw (IMDB)   Leigh Ann Bacchus Katie Anderson (IMDB)   Leigh Anne Bacchus Katie Anderson (IMDB)   Old Jim Hardyment Tim Healy (IMDB)   PC Chris Stockdale Chris Connel (IMDB)   PC David Baird Matt Stokoe (IMDB)   PC Gavin Henderson Lee Armstrong (IMDB)   PC in Woods David Kirkbridge (IMDB)   PC Neil Sidwell Charlie Richmond (IMDB)


Which English King was imprisoned and died in Pontefract Castle?

Pontefract Castle: History of England's Most Fearsome Fort - Exploring Castles Exploring Castles Home » UK » England » Pontefract Castle Pontefract Castle: History of England’s Most Fearsome Fort Pontefract Castle, in Yorkshire, England (or Pomfret Castle, as it was known at its time) used to be the most important, and most terrifying castle in the whole of Early Modern England. However, visitors today would find this unbelievable to understand. Nowadays, Pontefract is absolutely ruined, and it’s incredibly difficult to visualise this vast castle as it once was. Nonetheless, this mighty stone castle was a real force to be reckoned with – and had such a feared reputation that it was even mentioned in the works of Shakespeare. It’s undoubtedly the most important castle in the whole of Yorkshire, England, and is well-worth your time for a visit. Here are six highlights from Pontefract’s long and incredible history. Pontefract Castle is generally ruinous. These tower segments are the largest remaining constructions. Credit: Tim Green, CreativeCommons (CC BY 2.0). 6. Pontefract Castle has a blood-stained history: of death, decay and dark dungeons Pontefract Castle has attracted a phenomenal amount of death, decay and misery over the years. As an ominous precursor, the entire place was constructed on an old Anglo-Saxon burial ground. In addition to this, the castle was the spot of Richard II’s infamous ‘murder’ (see our next point below), and hundreds of soldiers were killed or imprisoned here during the Wars of the Roses. A different angle of the remaining two towers of Pontefract Castle. Credit: Tim Green, CreativeCommons (CC BY 2.0). To add to the general feeling of despair, Pontefract has a huge and oppressive network of dungeons – hollowed out of the bedrock 35 feet below the castle. Prisoners were trapped in the winding, pitch-black pits for weeks at a time, and scratched their names into the walls during their miserable imprisonment. You can see the prisoner’s names, scratched into the dungeon walls, when you visit the castle today. This is part of the tour to the ‘magazines’ and armour cellars – these cellars were originally the dungeons. Pontefract was the site of some dark moments in history – in 1311, Edward II gained the upper hand on his own cousin, Thomas Earl of Lancaster, and had him executed in the castle- along with beheading 20 other rebels. It was in Pontefract too that Richard III condemned Sir Richard Grey, Sir Thomas Vaughan and Earl Rivers to execution, as their faction-fighting endangered his rule. These three were killed in 1483 – the same year of the alleged ‘murder’ of the two young princes in the Tower of London. Other unfortunate events occurred in the castle. It was the place where Henry VIII’s fifth wife, Catherine Howard, began her affair with Thomas Culpepper. Both were eventually beheaded for their ill-advised liaison. 5. And Pontefract Castle was the spot where King Richard II was murdered – which served as inspiration for Shakespeare King Richard II was certainly held in Pontefract Castle in 1399. We don’t know exactly what happened to him, but most sources think that he was either intentionally neglected until he starved to death; or was cruelly murdered in the dungeons. A couple of scholars have suggested the dungeon of the Keep to be the spot of his murder- a tiny, pitch-black space seeping with the cold and damp. A broader view of the castle grounds, showing the extent of the ruins (and, er, a power station). Credit: Tim Green, CreativeCommons (CC BY 2.0). Writing in the late 1500s, Shakespeare used Pontefract Castle (at his time, Pomfret Castle) as a setting in two of his history plays, Richard II and Richard III. In Richard II, the King is dragged to Pomfret Castle, where he ruminates on his life when imprisoned in the dungeons – and is killed as the play ends. In Shakespeare’s Richard III, Rivers is dragged to the castle, and describes it thus: III.iii.9. O Pomfret, Pomfret! O thou bloody prison! Fatal and ominous to noble peers! Within the guilty closure of thy walls Richard the Sec


Stefani Germanotta is better known in the pop music world as whom?

Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta - Genealogy Genealogy Join the world's largest family tree Gender Share your family tree and photos with the people you know and love Build your family tree online Share photos and videos Lenox Hill Hospital, 100 E 77th St, New York, NY, USA Immediate Family: Daughter of <private> Germanotta and <private> Germanotta (Bissett) Sister of <private> Germanotta Mar 28 1986 - New York, New York, Amerika Birleşik Devletleri Parents: Mar 28 1986 - New York, New York, Nova York, EUA Parents: Joseph Germanotta, Cynthia Germanotta (geboren Bissett) Sister: Mar 28 1986 - New York City, New York, NY Parents: sibling About Lady Gaga Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, better known by her stage name Lady Gaga, is an American recording artist. She began performing in the rock music scene of New York City's Lower East Side in 2003 and enrolled at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. She soon signed with Streamline Records, an imprint of Interscope Records. During her early time at Interscope, she worked as a songwriter for fellow label artists and captured the attention of Akon, who recognized her vocal abilities, and signed her to his own label, Kon Live Distribution. Released on August 19, 2008, her debut album, The Fame, reached number one in the UK, Canada, Austria, Germany and Ireland, and reached the top-ten in numerous countries worldwide; in the United States, it peaked at two on the Billboard 200 chart and topped Billboard's Dance/Electronic Albums chart. Its first two singles, "Just Dance" and "Poker Face", co-written and co-produced with RedOne, became international number-one hits, topping the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States as well as the charts of other countries. The album later earned a total of six Grammy Award nominations and won awards for Best Electronic/Dance Album and Best Dance Recording. In early 2009 she embarked on her first headlining tour, The Fame Ball Tour. By the fourth quarter of the year, she had released her second studio album The Fame Monster, with the global chart-topping lead single "Bad Romance", as well as having embarked on her second headlining tour of the year, The Monster Ball Tour. Lady Gaga is inspired by glam rock artists such as David Bowie and Queen, as well as pop musicians such as Madonna and Michael Jackson. She has also stated fashion is a source of inspiration for her songwriting and performances. Gaga was ranked the 73rd Artist of the 2000–10 decade by Billboard. As of May 2010, Gaga has sold over 15 million albums and over 40 million singles worldwide. In May 2010, Time magazine included Gaga in its annual Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world. In June 2010, Forbes listed Gaga fourth on its list of the 100 Most Powerful and Influential celebrities in the world; she is also ranked as the second most powerful musician in the world. Life and career - 1986–2004: Early life: Stefani Germanotta was born in New York City on March 28, 1986, the eldest child of Joseph Germanotta, an Italian American internet entrepreneur, and Cynthia Bissett. She learned to play piano from the age of four, went on to write her first piano ballad at 13 and began performing at open mike nights by age 14. At the age of 11, Germanotta attended Convent of the Sacred Heart, a private Roman Catholic school on Manhattan's Upper East Side, but has stressed that she does not come from a wealthy background, saying that her parents "both came from lower-class families, so we've worked for everything — my mother worked eight to eight out of the house, in telecommunications, and so did my father." An avid thespian in high school musicals, Germanotta portrayed lead roles as Adelaide in Guys and Dolls and Philia in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. She described her academic life in high school as "very dedicated, very studious, very disciplined" but also "a bit insecure" as she told in an interview, "I used to get made fun of for being either too provocative or too eccentric, so I started to tone it down. I didn’t fit in, and I felt lik


'The Potato Eaters' was a work of which famous artist?

The Potato Eaters by Vincent van Gogh Terminos de Busqueda de Google Vincent van Gogh: The Potato Eaters A Brief Understanding of The Potato Eaters Painting. The Potato Eaters,                 completed                 in 1885, is considered by many to be Van Gogh's first great work of art. At                 the                 time of its creation, Van Gogh had only recently started painting and had not                 yet                 mastered the techniques that would later make him famous. This could attribute                 to                 the interesting look of the piece as well as the overall feeling produced from                 the                 painting. Van Gogh wished to create his first masterpiece that could boost his                 reputation                 as a developed artist; his goal was to paint human figures that did not appear                 to                 be awkward, but rather existing naturally. Portraying the figures in a dark                 room                 with light from an oil lamp, however, proved to be a bit too extreme for his                 newly                 acquired artistic skills. The outcome of all of these factors, in turn, made                 the                 painting more appreciated in the art community then if Van Gogh had succeeded in                 his original task. The painting that was completed consisted of 5 figures sitting around a square                 table                 eating potatoes; four of them are females and one male. Although the piece is                 laced                 in darkness, the mixed emotions residing in the faces of the occupants shine                 out                 brightly. These figures are so intense that one can nearly hear the                 conversations                 being spoken around the table. Perhaps this vibrancy layered with the darkness                 is                 what draws one closer to examine the smaller details of the painting. These                 details                 include but are not limited to: The rafter boards in the back of the piece. The soft gentle lines forming a window in the darkness. The picture frame hung on a darkened wall. The large platter of potatoes, and the boney fingers stretched out to obtain                     them. The woman pouring a brew similar to coffee. The large rectangular column behind the table that seems to hold the building                     up. The weathered edges of the table. These subtle aspects                 create                 the illusion that the building is an actual residence for the five figures.                 This                 portrayal of ordinary peasant life did not come in a burst of creativity; Van                 Gogh                 had planned out the painting of The Potato Eaters far in advance, and                 had                 inspiration to create a multiple figure painting as far back as 1883. After                 completing                 various sketches and trial paintings of the piece, Van Gogh sent reversed                 lithograph                 prints to two art dealers of the time and one of his fellow colleagues, while                 still                 planning to creat


The University of Pennsylvania is in which U S city?

Major Cities Often the Safest Places in the U.S., Penn Medicine Study Finds – PR News University of Pennsylvania Health System “Perceptions have long existed that cities were innately more dangerous than areas outside of cities, but our study shows this is not the case” said lead study author, Sage R. Myers, MD, MSCE , assistant professor of Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine and attending physician, Department of Emergency Medicine at CHOP. “These findings may lead people who are considering leaving cities for non-urban areas due to safety concerns to re-examine their motivations for moving.  And we hope the findings could also lead us to re-evaluate our rural health care system and more appropriately equip it to both prevent and treat the health threats that actually exist.” The study examined county-level data on all injury deaths across the U.S. from 1999-2006 (because of their unusual nature, deaths from the 9-11 terrorist attacks were excluded). Findings from the study support prior work showing that overall homicide rates are lower in rural areas than urban areas. This was found to be true in all age groups, except the oldest adults (over 65 years old). Suicide rates, on the other hand, showed an increase with rurality, but the increased rate of suicide death in rural areas only reached statistical significance for the two youngest age groups: 0-14 years and 15-19 years.  However, the magnitude of homicide- and suicide-related deaths, even in urban areas, is far outweighed by the magnitude of unintentional-injury deaths – such as those from car crashes and falls – in nonurban areas, especially in rural nonurban areas.  Specifically, the rate of unintentional-injury death is over 15 times that of homicide for the entire population and the risk of unintentional-injury death is 40 percent higher in the nation’s most rural counties compared to the most urban. The research team found that the bulk of unintentional injury deaths result from motor vehicle crashes, with motor vehicle injury-related deaths occurring at a rate that is more than 1.4 times higher than the next leading mechanism of injury death.  In rural areas, this difference is even more pronounced, where motor vehicle injury-related death rates are twice that of the next leading injury mechanism.  Across the rural-urban continuum, the risk of motor vehicle-related injury death is 2 times more likely in rural areas as compared to the most urban.   “We think our work serves as a reminder that injury is an important health issue for Americans, wherever they live.  Our findings can inform both targeted prevention efforts and strategic efforts to improve trauma care in the U.S.  This work provides a real opportunity to build systems of medical care that are positioned to best care for the populations that depend upon them for life and limb saving treatment in their time of need,” said senior study author Brendan G. Carr, MD, MSHP , assistant professor Emergency Medicine and Biostatistics and Epidemiology at Penn. The researchers note that next steps in this line of research should focus on creating local injury priority scores – a relatively simple and objective tool that uses data available in trauma center registries to rank injury causes according to both frequency and severity –  and considering innovative ways to continue to develop the U.S. emergency and trauma care system to assure that all Americans receive the best emergency and trauma care possible.   “Trauma has been a leader in planning for care from the population perspective,” says Carr, referencing the interactive trauma system mapping tool created at Penn , “but we’ve still got work to do.” Additional Penn authors are Charles C. Branas, PhD; Benjamin C. French, PhD; Michael L. Nance, MD; Michael J. Kallan, MS; and Douglas J. Wiebe, PhD. The research was funded by the Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality, the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, the National Institutes of Health. Penn Medicine is one of the world's leading academic me


'Charlotte Rhodes' was the name of the ship which featured regularly in which TV series?

Gossip Girl (Literature) - TV Tropes Gossip Girl You need to login to do this. Get Known if you don't have an account Share Timeline "There's nothing Gossip Girl likes more than a good catfight and this could be a classic." A Prime Time Soap starring a bunch of rich kids (and a few middle class kids — sort of ) from the Upper East Side of New York . Started off as a series of young adult novels by Cecily von Ziegesar, then made into a television show for The CW by Josh Schwartz, the creator of The O.C. and Chuck . There also exists a manhwa series by Hye-Kyung Baek as well as an Otome Game by Voltage Inc . The novels and show followed the lives of several characters, all rich kids living in New York City. The primary characters are Blair Waldorf, Nate Archibald, Serena van der Woodsen, Chuck Bass and Dan Humphrey, who (basically all) become involved romantically even though they are part of different crowds. Blair is the Determinator queen bee of the Upper East Side, while Nate is (in the novels at least) the stoned Prince Charming . Chuck Bass is the Casanova bad boy, Nate's bff who finds himself falling in love with his best friend's girl . Serena is a former bad girl, and Blair's mortal enemy/bff while Dan is struggling to merely get accepted into a prestigious college, owing to the fact that his family doesn't have much money. A number of old friends, new friends and love shapes make things even more complicated, but the biggest wild card is Gossip Girl, a mysterious blogger who seems to be following them around and recording their movements and actions. Naturally, the characters don't like this at all, but Gossip Girl's identity remains unknown despite all attempts to discover it. Tropes in this show include: AB Negative : Rufus and Dan, but not baby Milo. Aborted Declaration of Love : Happened three times with Blair and Chuck. Above the Influence : Chuck when Blair throws herself at him in The Grandfather. Absentee Actor : Ed Westwick (Chuck) was missing from several episodes in season one. Chace Crawford (Nate) was missing from at least one season one episode, and notably missing from a season two episode where Nate really should have been involved in the storyline. Due to various personal issues (including pregnancy), Kelly Rutherford (Lily) is the only original cast member to be absent from at least one (and usually more than one) episode of every season. Taylor Momsen (Jenny) only appeared in a grand total of 4 episodes of the fourth season, despite still being listed in the credits. (Both she and Jessica Szohr, another cast member who keeps missing episodes, were dropped from the regular cast for season 5.) In fact the only cast members to take part in every episode are Blake Lively , Leighton Meester and Penn Badgley - and, of course, Kristen Bell (Gossip Girl, as well herself in the finale). Abusive Parents : Nearly every one on the show, but particularly Bart Bass. Accidental Marriage : Subverted when Serena thinks she got married accidentally in a trip to Spain during a drunk night. Fortunately for her, she didn't, although she kept dating the guy. Adaptational Angst Upgrade : Chuck Bass. In the books he was depraved but seemed quite happy with himself and his life. In the series he's the Jerkass Woobie / Butt Monkey with a ton of emotional damage. Adaptational Attractiveness : In the books, Jenny Humphrey is a sweet, artistic girl whose main appearance anxiety is that she is short, brunette, and busty, unlike her tall, slender blonde idol Serena Van Der Woodsen. Who do they cast to play her in the TV series? Tall, slender blonde Taylor Momsen. Jenny's resemblance to Serena is a plot point twice in the first season of the show, in "Dare Devil" and "The Handmaiden's Tale". More extreme is the case of Vanessa Abrams, who was described as sullen, little overweight, with a shaved head and black clothing. In the TV Series, she is she is curly-haired and slender, and is mostly styled in boho chic. While some fans did not welcome the change, others loved it. A similar case happened with Dan Humphrey, who was desc


Which group had a number one hit in 1983 with 'True'?

The Year in Music - 1983 The Year in Music - 1983 Boy George, Cyndi Lauper, George Strait By 1983 the "New Music" of the Eighties -- a blend of rock, soul, disco and reggae wrapped in synth -- had become well-established, and record sales were up after a long slump that had started in the late 1970s.  According to TIME Magazine, a "diverse but irresistible mix of sounds has brought the kids back not only to the record racks but to the clubs and concerts as well."  A plethora of new acts had injected life into the music industry, with a lot of help from MTV, which by September of this year was reaching over 15 million households.  Many of the new acts came from overseas -- in fact, it could be said that a second "British Invasion" occurred in the early Eighties, with groups like The Human League, Soft Cell, Culture Club, Duran Duran, A Flock of Seagulls and the Thompson Twins setting the electropop parameters.  Australian groups like Men at Work and INXS were also beginning to fare quite well in America.  On the dance floor, David Bowie's "Let's Dance" and Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean" defined the post-disco beat.  Last year, rock radio had been playing 75% rock classics; this year they played 75% new music.   MTV's five "vee-jays" -- Nina Blackwood, Mark Goodman, Alan Hunter, J.J. Jackson and Martha Quinn -- were airing 300 videos a day, none of which MTV paid for.  Record companies realized that rock videos were highly effective sales devices.  In 1981, only 23 of Billboard's Top 100 singles were supported by videos; in 1983, over 50% of them were -- as were 17 of the Top 20 albums.  MTV sold more music in a single year than radio had in the past five.  Research by MTV's parent company, Warner/Amex, revealed that MTV viewers bought an average of nine albums a year, well above the national average.  And the average MTV viewer was 25 and made over $30,000 a year -- a statistic that did not escape the 125 advertisers who paid $1,500 for 30 seconds of airtime.  In 1982 Les Garland, Vice President of Programming for MTV, said, "The record companies were in serious trouble in 1980 and 1981.  They didn't know if [MTV] would help.  But they're just now starting to . . . have visions of coming back."  No band was more effective than Duran Duran in riding the video wave to success; in 1983 MTV was giving plenty of air play to four of their videos -- "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Rio," "Save A Prayer" and "Girls on Film."  However, in spite of the second British Invasion, the most requested act on MTV was the duo of Hall & Oates, which had enjoyed a string of big hits in the early Eighties, including "Maneater," "Private Eyes" and "Your Kiss Is On My List." This was the year that MTV conquered the New York City and Los Angeles markets, and network television as well as local outfits were packaging their own video programs.  Ted Turner's WTBS superstation debuted Night Tracks and in July NBC introduced its Friday Night Videos.  Video jukeboxes began showing up in clubs and restaurants all across the country. Record companies were having no luck convincing Congress that home taping should be made illegal (as it was in other countries, including Britain.)  CBS had created a "spoiler" -- a device in the recording system that when activated by an electronic signal on the pre-recorded cassette or LP prevented duplication -- but didn't dare use it unless legislation required other companies to do likewise.  Compact discs were a new idea that many experts in the field doubted would ever really catch on; although no one disputed that CD sound quality was superior to that of cassettes or LPs, the cost of a CD player was prohibitively high at $800-$1,500, while the CD itself cost $20.  To recoup expenses for videos airing on MTV for free, record companies began marketing video singles, 10-15 minute video cassettes.  Meanwhile, independent label Arista signed a distribution deal with RCA, while Chrysalis did the same with CBS and Motown linked up with MCA.   In 1983 a profound change in country music began to take root in Nashville.   Texas-born


The grape variety `syrah' takes its name from which town in Iran?

Does Shiraz wine have anything to do with the city of Shiraz in Iran? | Ask Dr. Vinny | Wine Spectator Do you have a question for Dr. Vinny? Ask it here... Dear Dr. Vinny, I am a half-Iranian, 27-year-old guy. Please tell me about the word “Shiraz” that is written on wine bottles. Does it show that the wine has been made like the wine that is made in the city Shiraz (located in Iran)? —Tumaj, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Dear Tumaj, When it comes to wine, “Shiraz” is synonymous with “Syrah”—these names refer to both a type of red wine grape and a wine made from that grape. Whether a bottle says “Shiraz” or “Syrah” is up to the discretion of each producer. “Shiraz” is the term of choice for most Australian winemakers, while “Syrah” is traditionally French. You’re absolutely right that Shiraz has a Persian link, as it is the name of the capital of the Fars province in Iran. There’s a lot of evidence that some of the earliest wines were made in that part of the world, and there was even a legend that a Crusader named Guy de Sterimberg brought cuttings of Syrah from Iran to France’s Rhône region (he was the “hermit” of Hermitage). However, recent DNA testing shows that Syrah is actually indigenous to France. All Syrahs share some similar features, though there are many different expressions of the grape. Typically there is a pronounced spicy, peppery note. Some wines take on more tar, leather, and savory notes, while others focus more on black cherry and berry flavors. There is a spectrum from delicate to muscular versions, but typically the wines are smooth and supple, and can go perfectly with salmon or roasted meat dishes. —Dr. Vinny


Suriname Facts, Facts about Suriname Facts about Suriname Suriname Facts Where is Suriname? The Republic of Suriname is the smallest sovereign state in South America. The country is located in northern South America. It has an estimated population of 490,000. The country’s name is believed to be derived from a Taino group called Surinen, who first inhabited the region. Which countries border Suriname? The country is bordered by French Guiana to the east, Guyana to the west, Brazil to the south, and Atlantic coast to the north. What is the capital of Suriname? Paramaribo is the capital of Suriname. It is located on the banks of Suriname River and has an estimated population of 250,000. Which is the largest city of Suriname? The capital of Suriname, Paramaribo is the largest city of Suriname. The historic inner city of Paramaribo was declared UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002. It has the country’s only cinema, and on Sundays and other holidays there is a popular bird-song competition. What is the currency of Suriname? Since 2004, the Suriname dollar has been the currency of Suriname. Its ISO 4217 code is SRD and is divided into 100 cents. Coins are available in the denominations of 1, 5, 10, 25, 100, and 250 cents, while notes are available in the denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 dollars. What are the main ethnic groups in Suriname? The largest ethnic group in Suriname is the Hindustani, who emigrated from northern India in the 19th Century. Hindustani constitute 37% of the population, followed by Creole community (31%), Javanese (15%), Maroons (10%), and Amerindians (2%). What is the official language of Suriname? The official language of Suriname is Dutch. The country became an associate member of the Dutch Language Union in 2004. Along with Dutch, the country has many recognized regional languages. These are: Sranan Tongo, Hindi, Bhojpuri, English, Sarnami, Javanese, Hakka, Malay, etc. What is the religion of Suriname? The country has many religious and ethnic groups and the constitution provides for freedom of religion. Overall, 40.7% of the population is Christian, 20% is Hindu, 13.5% is Muslim, while 3.3% follow indigenous religions. What is the literacy rate in Suriname? According to the statistics compiled by UNICEF, the estimated literacy rate in Suriname is 91%. The main university in the country is the Anton de Kom university. Which model of governance is followed in Suriname? Suriname is a democracy based on the 1987 constitution. The legislative consists of 51-member unicameral National Assembly, elected by the citizen for five years. The country is divided into 10 administrative districts and every district is headed by district commissioner appointed by the president. Who is the political leader of Suriname? Desi Bouterse is the president of Suriname. He is the ninth president of the republic, and was elected on July 19, 2010. Robert Ameerali is the vice president. When is the National Day of Suriname celebrated? November 25 is celebrated as the National Day of Suriname. The country was a plantation colony of the Netherlands. In 1954, the Dutch granted a limited self-government to Suriname, with the Netherlands retaining control of defense and foreign affairs. On this day in 1975, Dutch government granted full independence to the country. What is the economy of Suriname like? Bauxite industry dominates the economy of the country. It comprises more than 15% of the GDP and 70% of export earnings. The estimated GDP of the country is 4.794 billion dollars. Rice, bananas, and shrimp are other main exports. The economy of the country is dependent on commerce. Its main trade partners are Netherlands, United States, Canada and Caribbean countries. What are the important landmarks in Suriname? The major landmarks of the country are: Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge, which is constructed over the river Suriname and was completed in 2000. The Cathedral of St Peter and Paul, which is 114 years old. It was a theater before being converted into a cathedral. Suriname is one of the few countries in the world where a synago


Which singer had a number one hit in 2003 with 'Slow'?

Kylie Minogue - Biography - IMDb Kylie Minogue Jump to: Overview  (4) | Mini Bio  (1) | Trade Mark  (3) | Trivia  (232) | Personal Quotes  (15) Overview (4) 5' (1.52 m) Mini Bio (1) Kylie Ann Minogue was born on 28 May, 1968. The eldest of three children, Kylie's acting career began early, but it was her role as "Charlene" in the Australian soap, Neighbours (1985), which established Kylie as an international star. Her singing career began, purely by accident, when a record company executive heard Kylie's rendition of Little Eva 's 1962 hit, "The Loco-Motion". She signed with PWL Records and hit-makers Stock/Aitken/Waterman in 1987. Five albums and a greatest hits compilation followed, and she made history by having more than 20 consecutive top ten hits in the UK. Her motion picture debut came with the starring role of "Lola" in The Delinquents (1989). She left PWL Records in 1992 to head in a decidedly more mature musical direction, and her self-titled debut on deconstruction records was released in 1994, spawning chart hits like "Confide In Me" and "Put Yourself In My Place". Kylie's doings were always a favorite subject of the press, but she really made waves with her controversial 1995 duet with Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds , "Where the Wild Roses Grow". 1997 saw the release of Kylie's first single in more than 3 years, "Some Kind of Bliss", co-written and produced by James Dean Bradfield and Sean Moore of The Manic Street Preachers . - IMDb Mini Biography By: Jonathan Ruskin Trade Mark (3) Older sister of Dannii Minogue and Brendan Minogue . Performed at the closing ceremony of the 2000 Summer Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia. 1997 saw a rather alternative Kylie crop up after two years of silence. Collaborations with Manic Street Preachers and others gave the "Impossible Princess" album an indie touch. Although not a commercial success, it was acclaimed by critics as being the final proof that Kylie and her music had matured. Kylie did, however, return to her roots and what she knows best with her smashing comeback to pop music in the year 2000. The first single released from the album "Light Years" immediately hit the number one spot in the UK, making her one of the few artists such as Madonna and Elton John with number one hits in both the eighties, nineties and noughties. Kylie also released a duet, "Kids", with pop star Robbie Williams . Her father is Australian, with Irish ancestry. Her mother was born in Wales. Voted best dressed female by readers of "Heat" (UK) magazine. [December 2001] January 2002: Received the Showbusiness Personality of the Year Award at The Variety Club of Great Britain Showbusiness Awards 2002. Miss Minogue was absent from the ceremonies as she was abroad promoting her latest single so she sent a televised message. Former sister-in-law of actor/producer Julian McMahon . Younger brother Brendan Minogue is a television cameraman. She has her own lingerie brand called "Love Kylie". 2001: Nominated for the prestigious 'Best International Female' Award at the Brit Awards 2001 (2001). February 2002: Won 2 of the major awards at the 2002 Brit Awards: Best International Female & Best International Album for Fever. She was also nominated for Best Pop Act and Best Video (with Robbie Williams for "Kids") and stole the show with an incredible performance of "Can't Get You Out Of My Head" mixed with "Blue Monday". Won Best Dance Act at the 2004 Swedish NRJ Awards in Stockholm. (25th January 2004) Nominated for Best International Female at the 1995 Brit Awards. (1995) Nominated for Best International Female at the 1989 Brit Awards. (1989) Winner of the 2004 Grammy for Best Dance Recording for her single "Come Into My World", beating off strong competition such as Madonna , Cher , Télépopmusik & Groove Aramada. (8th February 2004) Single "Slow" become the most added track to U.S. radio in its first week of release. (January 2004) Sold out 7 nights at the London Hammersmith Apollo with her "On A Night Like This Tour". (2001) Became the first Ambassador for the NSPCC. A foundation preventing cruelty to ch