Who won the 2010 Open Golf Championship at St. Andrews?

BBC Sport - Golf - 2010 Open: Oosthuizen cruises to victory at St Andrews 2010 Open: Oosthuizen cruises to victory at St Andrews FINAL ROUND LEADERBOARD (GB & Ire unless stated): -16 L Oosthuizen (SA) -9 L Westwood -8 R McIlroy, H Stenson (Swe), P Casey -7 R Goosen (SA) -6 R Rock, S O'Hair (USA), N Watney (USA), M Kaymer (Ger) The Open 2010: Day four highlights (UK only) By Rob Hodgetts BBC Sport at St Andrews South Africa's Louis Oosthuizen turned the Open Championship into a procession as he romped to a seven-stroke victory over Lee Westwood at St Andrews. The 27-year-old clinched his maiden major title with a composed display of front-running after taking the lead on Friday. Oosthuizen began the final day four strokes clear of Paul Casey and carded a 71 to finish 16 under around the Old Course. Westwood picked up two shots in a round of 70 to edge into second on nine under, with Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy (68), Sweden's Henrik Stenson (71) and England's Casey (75) in a tie for third on eight under. World number one Tiger Woods, who was aiming to win a third successive St Andrews Open, was unable to make up any ground and ended well adrift on three under after a level-par 72 that included double bogeys on the fourth and seventh. Oosthuizen had missed the cut in his previous three Open appearances, but he rarely looked troubled as he cruised to an unexpected victory. Open triumph yet to sink in for Oosthuizen "It's unbelievable," he told BBC Sport. "After the 12th it became a bit difficult to keep such a big lead and to remain calm and focused but I kept cool and calm the whole way. "I'm glad I had eight shots on 18! I think I cramped up a bit with the putter on 18 as well. "It was a battle for me to keep calm round this course. That was the biggest goal for me, to keep calm. It's probably going to hit me tomorrow or the week after what I did." Playing in the last group with Casey, Oosthuizen parred the first seven holes as the Englishman dropped a shot at the second before getting it back at the sixth. When the South African from Mossel Bay dragged his tee shot left on the short eighth and made a bogey, the gap was down to three. 606: DEBATE A great performance from Louis, he performed all week Baggios_Ponytail But Oosthuizen hit back immediately with an eagle at the driveable par-four ninth and with Casey only managing to make a birdie, the lead was back up to four. Oosthuizen forged to 17 under at the 12th as Casey made a triple bogey via the gorse bushes to slide to nine under and from then on the result was virtually a formality. Oosthuizen, ranked 54th in the world at the start of the week, won his first European Tour title at the Andalucia Open in March and had missed the cut in seven of his eight previous major appearances - including the 2009 Masters and US Open this year. He becomes the second South African to win the Open at St Andrews after Bobby Locke in 1957. He also joins Locke, Gary Player, Ernie Els, Retief Goosen and Trevor Immelman on the list of South African major winners. Consistency not enough for Westwood Westwood, the world number three, kept plugging away to make it a fourth top-three finish in the last five majors and improve on his third place at Turnberry in 2009. Sir Nick Faldo remains the last Englishman to win the Open - at Muirfield in 1992 - and the last to win any major - at the Masters in 1996. "I keep putting myself into contention in these majors and keep finishing in the top three. It's not to be sniffed at," said Westwood. "Hopefully one of these chances will turn into a trophy." The 21-year-old McIlroy, who led after round one with a stunning 63 before carding 80 in the fierce wind of day two, surged back up the field to demonstrate that St Andrews is a course he could win on in the future. The world number nine from Holywood matched his third place in last year's US PGA, and despite missing the cut at both the Masters and the US Open earlier this year, he has now had three top-10s in his seven major appearances as a professional. McIlroy rues poor second round "I couldn't h


Who won the 2010 World Snooker championship in Glasgow?

Masters Snooker & Betting Tips | Draws & Results | Sporting Life Check out the playing schedule, odds and our expert predictions for Thursday's action at snooker's prestigious Masters. Wednesday January 18 2017, 21:11 GMT Mark Selby faces Barry Hawkins in the last eight of the Masters after contrasting wins against Mark Williams and Barry Hawkins. Wednesday January 18 2017, 23:34 GMT The draw, schedule, results, odds and TV guide for snooker's 2017 Dafabet Masters, which takes place from January 15-22. Wednesday January 18 2017, 21:49 GMT Mark Selby and Ronnie O'Sullivan are among the big names who will compete in next month's World Grand Prix in Preston. Wednesday January 18 2017, 16:33 GMT Seven-time world champion Stephen Hendry is set to play in the World Seniors Championship in March. Wednesday January 18 2017, 09:40 GMT Marco Fu came from 3-0 down to defeat Judd Trump, while Neil Robertson saw off Ali Carter in the Dafabet Masters. Tuesday January 17 2017, 22:53 GMT Two-time winner John Higgins was knocked out of the Masters in the first round following a 6-5 defeat to Mark Allen. Monday January 16 2017, 21:49 GMT Our Monday column looking for ante-post value pinpoints a potential angle to the Premier League relegation battle. Monday January 16 2017, 12:33 GMT Ronnie O'Sullivan came close to a shock first-round loss at the Masters before beating China's Liang Wenbo 6-5. Sunday January 15 2017, 22:45 GMT Our tipster Simon Crawford believes Ronnie O'Sullivan is the man to beat at this season's Masters at Alexandra Palace. Sunday January 15 2017, 13:32 GMT Ronnie O'Sullivan believes his form has sharpened over recent months as he looks ahead to snooker's Dafabet Masters. Thursday January 12 2017, 14:06 GMT Ronnie O'Sullivan has had a change of heart about Mark Selby after getting to know him during some exhibtion events. Friday January 13 2017, 12:21 GMT Mark Davis has become the oldest player to make an official 147 break in snooker history. Thursday January 12 2017, 11:18 GMT A look at the total number of 147 breaks ever scored in snooker history. Thursday January 12 2017, 13:58 GMT Shaun Murphy is targeting Mark Selby's world number one ranking heading into 2017. Friday January 6 2017, 10:43 GMT


How many players are there per side in a GAA hurling team?

GAA.ie Each team consists of 15 players, lining out as per the diagram. IMAGE Equipment The stick, or "hurley" (called camán in Irish) is curved outwards at the end, to provide the striking surface. The ball or "sliotar" is similar in size to a hockey ball but has raised ridges. Playing Rules You may strike the ball on the ground, or in the air. You may catch the ball or pick up the ball with your hurley into your hand and carry it for not more than four steps in the hand. After those steps you may bounce the ball on the hurley and back to the hand, but you are forbidden to catch the ball more than twice. You can run balancing or bouncing the ball (the solo) on the hurley indefinitely. Players may contest for the ball by playing it with the hurley or by shoulder charging an opponent side-to-side. Scoring To score, you strike the ball over the crossbar with the hurley or under the crossbar and into the net for a goal, the latter being the equivalent of three points. A goal is signalled by raising a green flag, placed to the left of the goal. A point is signalled by raising a white flag, placed to the right of goal. Officiating Officials for a game comprise of a referee, two linesmen (to indicate when the ball leaves the field of play at the side and to mark '65’ free puck and four umpires (to signal scores, assist the referee in controlling the games, and to assist linesmen in positioning '65' frees).   [Proposed link to video of Star Player articulating why he loves playing Hurling for his Club and County]


How many players of each side are on the field of Australian Rules football?

Aussie Rules Football: How To Play Australian Rules Football | Rules of Sport Contact Aussie Rules Football Rules Aussie Rules has been around since 1841 in some form or another. Its game that is pretty much exclusively played in Australia and the only professional league of its kind, the Australian Football League (AFL) is also situated there. Many players affectionate with the sport may call it a mix of footy, football, Aussie rules and Australian rules. Object of the Game The object of the game is to kick the football between a series of 4 goal posts. Depending on which posts the ball goes between will depend on how many points you score. The ball can be passed around between team mates in a series of fashions and the winning team will be the team with the highest number of points at the end of the game. Players & Equipment Aussie rules pitches are usually played on oval sized pitches with dimensions ranging from 135 to 185 metres in length, and 110 to 155 metres in width. Many Aussie Rules pitches mix with cricket fields as they or of a similar size and proportion. The pitches are marked around the outside to highlight the out of bounds area. At either end of the pitch 4 tall posts will be apparent. These are the scoring zones and are roughly 6 metres in height. The two front posts are 6.4 metres apart and represent the main scoring area (goal). The two post behind are also 6.4 metres apart and represent the secondary scoring area (point). The ball is made from leather and forms an oval shape (similar to a rugby ball). Other markings on the pitch include a goal square that is 9 metres wide and spanning with width of the goals posts, centre square and centre circle. Each team will consist of 18 players of which are all assigned to different positions. These players are allowed to move freely on the pitch. Each team may also have up to three substitutes which are ‘rolling’ meaning they can come on and off as many times as they want. Once a starting player gets substituted these players then become rolling. The positions are broken down into Full Forward, Half Forward, Centre Line, Half Back and Full Back. There are 7 umpires for Aussie Rules in total. The three main umpires are known as filed umpires and they basically oversee all the decisions on filed such as time keeping, infringements and enforcing the rules. The two line judges are there to see if the ball goes out of play or not – these judges can also intervene where on filed umpires have missed a decision. The last two umpires are goal umpires and its their job to signal if a goal has been scored successfully or not. Scoring If the ball is kicked between the two goal posts (middle posts) then 6 points are awarded. If the ball goes between a goal post and one of the behind posts (point) then 1 point is awarded. 1 point is also awarded if the ball is carried or forced over the scoring line by the attacking team. Winning the Game The team with the highest amount of points at the end of the game are deemed the winners. Rules of Aussie Rules Football Umpires signal for all decisions and their call is final By kicking the ball between the goal posts without it being touched by any other player, then 6 points are awarded. If the ball is kicked without being touched between the behind posts (point) then 1 point is scored. A game consist of four 20 minute quarters. The game starts with ruck. This is where the umpire throws the ball into the air and one player from each team will try and tap the ball to their team. After a goal has been scored the game will be restarted with the same way as at the beginning of the game. The only way you can pass the ball is to hand ball. For this to happen the ball must be placed in the palm of the hand and then the ball struck with the butt of the other hand clenched into a fist. You cannot throw or slap the ball to perform a successful pass. A player can ‘mark’ the ball when they receive it. This can happen one of three ways; the player catches the ball without the ball bouncing, the player catches the ball after it has travelled over


What is the capital city of the Dominican Republic?

Dominican Republic Facts on Largest Cities, Populations, Symbols - Worldatlas.com Ethnicity: Mixed 73%, White 16%, Black 11% GDP total: $98.74 billion (2012 est) GDP per capita: $9,600 (2012 est) Land Sizes Language: Spanish (official) Largest Cities: (by population) Santo Domingo, Santiago, La Romana, San Pedro de Macoris, San Francisco de Macoris, San Cristobal, Puerto Plata, La Vega Name: Dominican Republic is derived from Santo Domingo, the capital city, which was named for Spanish Saint Domingo de Guzmán, the founder of the Dominican Order. National Day: February 27th


In which English city is De Montfort University?

De Montfort University | Education | The Guardian De Montfort University Share on Messenger Close The De Montfort of today has emerged from the unification of a wide range of specialist institutions and has an impressive way of re-inventing itself. Most recently this has meant allowing the Bedford campus to merge with the University of Luton to create the new University of Bedfordshire, and there's constant programme of investment and development. Which leaves De Montfort as a dynamic, forward-thinking and sizeable university. The main campus is in Leicester's city centre, with a second - the Charles Frear campus, offering courses in nursing and midwifery - on the outskirts. Leicester is England's 10th largest city, with good transport links and all the facilities you'd expect. It's also brilliantly multicultural - the Diwali celebrations in Leicester are something to be seen. Fees £3,145 for full-time undergraduate courses in 2008. Bursaries £400 for student in receipt of a full maintenance grant. Further regional bursaries and generous excellence scholarships are available, too. Accommodation Guaranteed for all first-years on full-time courses. All accommodation is single study bedrooms in halls and ranges from £74 to £90 a week. Facilities £1.7m has been spent on revamping the library to enable students to study in the way that best suits them. Good sports and social facilities. Transport Both campuses are within walking distance of the city centre. Road and rail links to the rest of the UK are excellent. Contact


The city of Belfast stands on which river?

Map of Belfast Airport (BFS): Orientation and Maps for BFS Belfast Airport Orientation and Maps (Belfast, Northern Ireland) Northern Ireland's capital city, Belfast stands in the Ulster province and features a population of more than 300,000 people in the city, with around 600,000 in the Greater Belfast area. In the whole of the island of Ireland, Belfast is second in size only to Dublin. Belfast is located on the coast, at the point where the River Lagan joins the Irish Sea. Outside of the city and to the north-west, Belfast International Airport (BFS) is Northern Ireland's premier airport and handles many millions of passengers per year. The airport lies to the west of Aldergrove village and due to its close proximity is often known as Aldergrove Airport. Belfast International Airport (BFS) Maps: Important City Districts The most important area of Belfast is the city centre and this area contains many prominent local buildings. Belfast city centre features two separate postcodes, which are based around the City Hall, with BT1 covering the northern side, and BT2 the southern region. This part of the city is the main area of commerce and is based around Donegall Street. Highlights in Belfast city centre include the Cathedral Quarter (around St. Anne's Cathedral), Royal Avenue, Donegall Place and many riverside attractions. The Belfast area has absorbed a number of small towns and villages over the years. As a result of this expansion, many of these areas are now home to distinct neighbourhoods and communities. Close to the city centre, the Golden Mile lies along Great Victoria Street and near to the university, being full of places to eat and drink. Outside of the city, County Antrim lies to the north, while County Down can be found to the south. Northern Ireland Map


A Patron Saint for Musicians, Singers A Patron Saint for Musicians, Singers Thomas Craughwell As the father of Gregorian chant, Pope St. Gregory the Great was the obvious candidate for patron of singers and musicians. His position went unchallenged for 700 years until the proliferation of pipe organs in churches and a misreading of a line in the Divine Office pushed Gregory into the background and advanced St. Cecilia (3rd century; feast day November 22) as the patron of all things musical. The line that caused the shift is found in the Office for the feast of St. Cecilia: “cantantibus organis illa in corde suo sui domino decantabat.” While the instruments were playing, she [Cecilia] would sing to her Lord in her heart. The scene describes Cecilia’s wedding banquet: while the musicians played bawdy songs, Cecilia sang in her heart hymns to Christ, her heavenly bridegroom. Apparently readers in the 14th century read cantantibus organis as “the organ was playing” and interpreted the rest of the phrase to mean that Cecilia herself was the organist. The image of a beautiful young woman seated at a pipe organ singing sweetly to God captured the popular imagination of the faithful in a way that St. Gregory the Great never did. Cecilia’s wedding requires a little explanation. She had made a vow to remain a virgin, but her parents insisted that Cecilia marry. Although they were Christians, they chose a pagan named Valerian as Cecilia’s husband. On the wedding night Cecilia explained to Valerian that she had promised God to remain a virgin, that she had been forced into marriage. Her Christian faith would not permit her to break her vow. Valerian was skeptical, but Cecilia urged him to go see Pope Urban who would be able to convince him of what was right. Urban did more than persuade Valerian to respect Cecilia’s vow; he converted him to Christianity. Valerian’s conversion led his brother Tiburtius to seek out Pope Urban, and he too was baptized. Not long afterward a fresh wave of persecution swept through Rome: Cecilia, Valerian, Tiburtius and Maximus, the prison warden who had guarded Valerian and Tiburtius, were all martyred. If you go to Rome you can see St. Cecilia’s house — it is intact beneath the Basilica of St. Cecilia in the part of town called Trastevere. Before Constantine granted freedom to the Church, Christianity operated in secret. In Rome, generous, well-to-do Christians risked their lives by offering their homes as both church and community center. These house churches became known as tituli, a Roman term for an inscription placed upon a building to indicate who owned the property. By the year 300 there were 25 Christian tituli in Rome. One of these belonged to Cecilia. After St. Cecilia’s martyrdom, Pope Urban had her buried in the Catacomb of St. Callixtus. Her relics remained there until the ninth century when Pope St. Paschal I (reigned 817-24) moved the bodies of St. Cecilia and Sts. Valerian, Tiburtius and Maximus to the basilica he had built over Cecilia’s house. In 1599, Cecilia’s tomb was opened and her body was found to be incorrupt. The excavators called the sculptor Stefano Maderno to the site to make a sketch of Cecilia’s body. The martyr’s body did not remain intact: with exposure to the air, it crumbled to dust. But the life-size sculpture Maderno made from his sketch shows us what Cecilia looked like. You can see it in Rome enshrined beneath the high altar in the Basilica of St. Cecilia.  Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in the  Arlington Catholic Herald  and is reprinted here with kind permission. First published on CE on Nov. 18, 2004. image: St. Cecilia’s Martyrdom by Stefano Maderno, Santa Cecilia in Trastevere, Rome/ Wikimedia Commons


Who is the Patron Saint of lost or hopeless causes?

St Jude: 10 things you need to know about the patron saint of lost causes - Mirror Online St Jude: 10 things you need to know about the patron saint of lost causes The hurricane-strength storm heading to Britain has been named after him. But who exactly was St Jude?  Share Saint Jude: Patron saint of lost causes and desperate cases (Photo: Alamy)  Share Get daily updates directly to your inbox + Subscribe Weather forecasters are warning us that tomorrow's storm could be the worst for decades . And the fact that it has been named after St Jude - the patron saint of lost causes - isn't exactly reassuring. We've been told to expect winds of up to 90mph, torrential rain, travel chaos and possible disruptions to the power supply , so perhaps we should start to despair. But Monday also happens to be the feast day for this particular saint, so it might not be all bad news. So who was St Jude? Here are the 10 things you need to know about the patron saint of lost causes and desperate cases... 1. St Jude was one of Jesus' 12 apostles, chosen to spread the word of the gospel. 2. He was also known as Thaddeus or Thaddaeus - said to be a surname for the name Labbaeus which means "heart" or courageous". 3. He is believed to have written the book of Jude. Religious scholars say it contains some of the finest expressions of praise to God in the Bible's New Testament. 4. Jude became associated with desperate situations because of a letter he wrote to the Churches of the East. In it he says that the faithful must keep going even in harsh or difficult circumstances. 5. He is thought to have been martyred in Beirut in around 65 AD, along with fellow apostle Simon the Zealot. He is often depicted showing a club or axe, symbolising the way he died. 6. He is also sometimes pictured with a flame above his head. This refers to the Pentecost, where he and the other apostles received the Holy Spirit. 7. The personal ads sections of some newspapers occasionally include messages from people calling on St Jude for help in times of need, or thanking him for his support and guidance. 8. Some choose to carry the image of St Jude on a medal or as a pendant on a necklace to provide comfort. 9. The Shrine of St Jude can be found at the parish church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Faversham, Kent. It was set up in the 1950s by the church's friars, who noticed they were getting an increasing number of requests for St Jude prayer cards. Donations to "The Shrine of St Jude" began to come in, but one didn't exist - so Friar Elias Lynch set one up. The shrine is visited all year round, but particularly on St Jude's feast day - October 28. 10. St Jude is not to be confused with Judas Iscariot - another of the 12 apostles, but the one who betrayed Jesus.


A Mobius strip (or band) has how many sides?

The Magic Ring - Mobius Strip The Magic Ring - Mobius Strip Discuss one sided surface figure and its applications in various fields. Suggested Materials Activity Description Guided Exploration Define close curve, open curve, simple curve, complex curve, circumference, edge, perimeter, area, parallel lines, plane, topology, one-sided figure. Have two students work in the group. Give each group one sheet of paper (8.5 by 11 or 8.5 by 14). Tell students to fold the paper into half(the long way, i.e. like the hot-dog). Cut the paper into two pieces. Fold each piece of paper into half (the long way). Cut both papers into half. Students should have four strips of band. Have the students tape the two strips of paper together to form a long strip of band. Repeat this process with another set of bands. On both strips of band, label each corner with different letters (i.e. A, B, C, D) in one direction and one side.  Take one strip of paper ABCD and join it together without twisting the paper so A meets D and B meets C. Have the students color the band with different colors for each side. 1. What kind of the curve is this? 2. How many edges does the band have? 3. How many sides does the ring have? 4. What is the circumference of the ring? 5. What is the surface area of the ring? 6. What is the area enclosed by the ring? Have the students cut the ring along the center of the curve into half. 7. How many rings are there? Students should be able to make some connections in finding the area and the circumference of a circle to finding the area and the perimeter of a rectangle. Take a second strip of the band, twist one end of the strip and tape both ends together with A meeting C and B meeting D. Have the students color the band with one color per each side. 1. How many colors are used to color the band? 2. How many edges does the band have? 3. How many sides does the ring have? 4. What kind of the curve is this? Tell student the name of this strip is known as �Mobius strip or Mobius band or twisted cylinder� Have the students cut along the center of the Mobius strip. 1. What kind of the curve is this? 2. How many twists are there in the ring? Have the students cut the same Mobius strip again along the center of the band. 1. What have you discovered? Concluding the Exploration Discuss the practical applications of the Mobius strip. A culminating assignment might include a research paper on how Mobius strip is used in arts, engineering and science. Also, encourage students to use the Internet as a resource for their research paper on the Mobius strip. A Mathematical Approach This hands-on activity is a good way to introduce students to different fields of mathematics, and geometry vocabulary. It also allows students to make connections among different topics in math and science. Vocabulary:


'Parting is such sweet sorrow' is said by which Shakespearian character?

Parting is such sweet sorrow - eNotes Shakespeare Quotes Parting is such sweet sorrow Juliet: 'Tis almost morning, I would have thee gone— And yet no farther than a wan-ton's bird, That lets it hop a little from his hand, Like a poor prisoner in his twisted gyves, And with a silken thread plucks it back again, So loving-jealous of his liberty. Romeo: I would I were thy bird. Juliet: Yet I should kill thee with much cherishing. Good night, good night! Parting is such sweet sorrow, That I shall say good night till it be morrow. [Exit above] Read on Owl Eyes This eText is now on Owl Eyes. Clicking this link will open a new window. Depending on how gripping you find the first balcony scene in Romeo and Juliet, Juliet's parting may or may not be "such sweet sorrow." In any case, her phrase is an oxymoron, combining contradictory ideas of pleasure and pain. Parting is sorrowful because Juliet would prefer, like a mischievous youth ("wan-ton"), to snare her lover in twisted "gyves" (chains or fetters). Parting is pleasurable, presumably, because doing anything with Romeo is pleasurable. Note the latent sadomasochism of this exchange, and the almost wistful prophecy that Romeo will be killed with too much cherishing. Juliet's "Good night, good night!" is, incidentally, the thou-sand-and-first and thousand-and-second times she bids Romeo goodnight [see A THOUSAND TIMES GOOD NIGHT ].


Who won the 2011 Best Actor Oscar Award?

Oscars 2011: full list of winners | Film | The Guardian Oscars 2011: full list of winners A full list of winners and nominees for the Oscars 2011 It's not the winning... the nominees for the best actor Oscar 2011: Javier Bardem (Biutiful), James Franco (127 Hours) Colin Firth (The King's Speech),Jesse Eisenberg (The Social Network), Jeff Bridges (True Grit) Sunday 27 February 2011 20.47 EST First published on Sunday 27 February 2011 20.47 EST Jesse Eisenberg (The Social Network) James Franco (127 Hours) Performance by an actress in a leading role WINNER: Natalie Portman (Black Swan) Annette Bening (The Kids Are All Right) Art direction WINNER: Alice in Wonderland - Robert Stromberg (production design), Karen O'Hara (set decoration) Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 - Stuart Craig (production design), Stephenie McMillan (set decoration) Inception - Guy Hendrix Dyas (production design), Larry Dias and Doug Mowat (set decoration) The King's Speech - Eve Stewart (production design), Judy Farr (set decoration) True Grit - Jess Gonchor (production design), Nancy Haigh (set decoration) Achievement in cinematography Danny Cohen (The King's Speech) Jeff Cronenweth (The Social Network) Roger Deakins (True Grit) Performance by an actress in a supporting role WINNER: Melissa Leo (The Fighter) Amy Adams (The Fighter) Helena Bonham Carter (The King's Speech) Hailee Steinfeld (True Grit) WINNER: The Lost Thing (Nick Batzias, Shaun Tan and Andrew Ruhemann) Day & Night (Teddy Newton) The Gruffalo (Jakob Schuh and Max Lang) Let's Pollute (Geefwee Boedoe) Madagascar, carnet de voyage (Madagascar, a Journey Diary) (Bastien Dubois) Best animated feature film of the year WINNER: The Social Network - Aaron Sorkin 127 Hours - Danny Boyle & Simon Beaufoy Toy Story 3 - Michael Arndt (screenplay); John Lasseter, Andrew Stanton and Lee Unkrich (story) True Grit - Joel Coen and Ethan Coen Winter's Bone - Debra Granik & Anne Rosellini Original screenplay The Kids Are All Right - Lisa Cholodenko and Stuart Blumberg Best foreign language film of the year WINNER: In a Better World (Denmark) Biutiful (Mexico) WINNER: Christian Bale (The Fighter) John Hawkes (Winter's Bone) Mark Ruffalo (The Kids Are All Right) Geoffrey Rush (The King's Speech) Achievement in music written for motion pictures (original score) WINNER: Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross (The Social Network) John Powell (How to Train Your Dragon) Hans Zimmer (Inception) Alexandre Desplat (The King's Speech) AR Rahman (127 Hours) WINNER: Inception (Lora Hirschberg, Gary A Rizzo and Ed Novick) The King's Speech (Paul Hamblin, Martin Jensen and John Midgley) Salt (Jeffrey J Haboush, Greg P Russell, Scott Millan and William Sarokin) The Social Network (Ren Klyce, David Parker, Michael Semanick and Mark Weingarten) True Grit (Skip Lievsay, Craig Berkey, Greg Orloff and Peter F Kurland) Achievement in sound editing Toy Story 3 (Tom Myers and Michael Silvers) Tron: Legacy (Gwendolyn Yates Whittle and Addison Teague) True Grit (Skip Lievsay and Craig Berkey) Unstoppable (Mark P Stoeckinger) Edouard F Henriques, Gregory Funk and Yolanda Toussieng ( The Way Back ) Achievement in costume design Jenny Beavan (The King's Speech) Sandy Powell (The Tempest) WINNER: Strangers No More (Karen Goodman and Kirk Simon) Killing in the Name (Nominees to be determined) Poster Girl (Nominees to be determined) Sun Come Up (Jennifer Redfearn and Tim Metzger) The Warriors of Qiugang (Ruby Yang and Thomas Lennon) Best live action short film WINNER: God of Love (Luke Matheny) The Confession (Tanel Toom) Wish 143 (Ian Barnes and Samantha Waite) Best documentary feature Exit Through the Gift Shop (Banksy and Jaimie D'Cruz) Gasland (Josh Fox and Trish Adlesic) Restrepo (Tim Hetherington and Sebastian Junger) Waste Land (Lucy Walker and Angus Aynsley) Achievement in visual effects WINNER: Inception (Paul Franklin, Chris Corbould, Andrew Lockley and Peter Bebb) Alice in Wonderland (Ken Ralston, David Schaub, Carey Villegas and Sean Phillips) Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 (Tim Burke, John Richardson, Christi


"Which American author wrote the 2011 novel ""The Corrections""?"

TV and the novel: A match made in heaven - Salon.com Sunday, Dec 11, 2011 10:00 PM UTC TV and the novel: A match made in heaven Long dismissed as a wasteland, television now promises better literary adaptations than the movies (Credit: tarasov and Olga Popova via Shutterstock ) The news last week that HBO had optioned the works of William Faulkner for adaptation by “Deadwood” creator David Milch was treated in some press reports as incongruous. It shouldn’t have been. The mindless take on “Deadwood” is that it had a lot of swearing in it (which it did, but so what? — get over it, for cryin’ out loud!), yet viewers not mesmerized by the four-letter words noticed the Shakespearean and King Jamesian cadences of Milch’s dialogue from the start. Those influences are evident in Faulkner’s fiction, as well. (Also, let’s not forget we’re talking about a man who wrote a novel in which a woman is raped with a corncob — this isn’t Merchant-Ivory territory.) Milch and Faulkner is, in fact, an inspired pairing. The Faulkner acquisition is only the latest prize in a literary shopping spree for HBO and other television companies. The premium cable network is currently at work on adaptations of Jonathan Franzen’s “The Corrections,” Jennifer Egan’s “A Visit From the Goon Squad, and Neil Gaiman’s “American Gods,” in addition to its ongoing series based on the novels of George R.R. Martin (“Game of Thrones”) and Charlaine Harris (“True Blood”). Fox will be turning Lev Grossman’s “The Magicians” into an hour-long dramatic series, as well, and Salman Rushdie is at work on an original show, “Next People,” for Showtime. The novel and television are commingling as never before. And it’s about time. Television and the novel, while not exactly soul mates, have a lot more in common than the novel and theatrical film. Yet any novelist can testify that the second most common question he or she hears from readers (after “Where do you get your ideas?”) is “Who would you like to see playing [main character] in the movie?” Fantasizing about the film version of a favorite book seems to be very common, but you have to wonder why. Rarely are a book’s most devoted admirers satisfied by the film, although when they are — as with the Harry Potter, “Twilight” and “The Lord of the Rings” franchises — popular enthusiasm can certainly be enormous. Far more often, however, the results are disappointing — let the recent adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s “Never Let Me Go” stand as a case in point. Much of a novel has to be cut to fit a 90- to 120-minute dramatization, and this can mean more than just the loss of supporting characters or scenes. Most movies conform to a three-act structure (some screenwriters will insist that it’s actually a four-act structure), a form with a proven ability to hold audiences’ interest through a single viewing. Novels, meant to be read over multiple sittings, have more freedom. Trimming a novel like “Bleak House” to fit the three-act format alters the fundamental shape of the work, often subtracting from the novel the very roominess and complication that made you love it in the first place. A television series, however, has the time to spread out and explore the byways and textures of a novel’s imagined world. Furthermore, while theatrical film is a medium in which the director reigns, in television, as Rushdie told the Observer, “the writer is the primary creative artist. You have control in a way that you never have in the cinema. ‘The Sopranos’ was David Chase, ‘The West Wing’ was Aaron Sorkin.” Although television is, like film, a photographic medium, it need not rely as heavily on visual storytelling or gifted but capricious actors to fill in its nuances. Buffy Summers is a memorable character, replete with layers and contradictions, largely because she was written that way — as the undistinguished post-“Buffy” career of actress Sarah Michelle Gellar illustrates. Nevertheless, apart from a brief miniseries boom in the 1970s and ’80s (“Rich Man, Poor Man,” “Shogun”), the mass-market imperatives of broadcast television kept it and the


What is the value of the pink ball in the game of snooker?

How many points are the snooker balls worth? | Reference.com How many points are the snooker balls worth? A: Quick Answer Each color ball in snooker is worth a different number of points with the highest value ball being the black ball, which is worth seven points. The red ball is worth one point, yellow is worth two points, green is worth three points, brown is worth four points, blue is worth five points and pink is worth six points. Full Answer In the game of snooker the red balls must be hit into a pocket first. Once a red ball has been potted, the player has the opportunity to try and pot a colored ball of their choice. If they are successful, they can then pot another red ball followed by another color. Once all the red balls are potted in the pockets, the players must then try and pot the colored balls in order of their value, from lowest to highest.


Delaware: Map, History, Population, Facts, Capitol, Flag, Tree, Geography, Symbols belemnite Nicknames: Diamond State; First State; Small Wonder Origin of name: From Delaware River and Bay; named in turn for Sir Thomas West, Baron De La Warr 10 largest cities (2014): Brandywine, 82,672; Wilmington , 71,292; Pike Creek-Central Kirkwood, 44,493; Lower Christiana, 38,118; Dover , 37,089; Central Pencader, 33,750; Newark , 32,367; Piedmont, 30,902; Upper Christiana, 25,793; Central Kent, 21,857; Middletown, 19,483 Land area: 1,954 sq mi. (5,161 sq km) Geographic center: In Kent Co., 11 mi. S of Dover Number of counties: 3 Largest county by population and area: New Castle, 538,479 (2010); Sussex, 938 sq mi. State forests: 3 (over 15,000 ac.) State parks: 14 (over 20,000 ac.) 2015 resident population: 945,934 2010 resident census population (rank): 897,934 (45). Male: 434,939 (48.4%); Female: 462,995 (51.6%). White: 618,617 (68.9%); Black: 191,814 (21.4%); American Indian: 4,181 (0.5%); Asian: 28,549 (3.2%); Other race: 30,519 (3.4%); Two or more races: 23,854 (2.7%); Hispanic/Latino: 73,221 (8.2%). 2010 population 18 and over: 692,169; 65 and over: 129,277 (14.4%); median age: 36.0. Map of Delaware Henry Hudson , sailing under the Dutch flag, is credited with Delaware's discovery in 1609. The following year, Capt. Samuel Argall of Virginia named Delaware for his colony's governor, Thomas West, Baron De La Warr . An attempted Dutch settlement failed in 1631. Swedish colonization began at Fort Christina (now Wilmington) in 1638, but New Sweden fell to Dutch forces led by New Netherlands' governor Peter Stuyvesant in 1655. England took over the area in 1664, and it was transferred to William Penn as the lower Three Counties in 1682. Semiautonomous after 1704, Delaware fought as a separate state in the American Revolution and became the first state to ratify the Constitution in 1787. During the Civil War , although a slave state, Delaware did not secede from the Union. In 1802, Ëleuthère Irénée du Pont established a gunpowder mill near Wilmington that laid the foundation for Delaware's huge chemical industry. Delaware's manufactured products now also include vulcanized fiber, textiles, paper, medical supplies, metal products, machinery, machine tools, and automobiles. Delaware also grows a great variety of fruits and vegetables and is a U.S. pioneer in the food-canning industry. Corn, soybeans, potatoes, and hay are important crops. Delaware's broiler-chicken farms supply the big Eastern markets, and fishing and dairy products are other important industries. Points of interest include the Fort Christina Monument, Hagley Museum, Holy Trinity Church (erected in 1698, the oldest Protestant church in the United States still in use), and Winterthur Museum, in and near Wilmington; central New Castle, an almost unchanged late 18th-century capital; and the Delaware Museum of Natural History. Popular recreation areas include Cape Henlopen, Delaware Seashore, Trap Pond State Park, and Rehoboth Beach . In 2000, Ruth Ann Minner was elected, becoming Delaware's first woman governor. In 2008, Joe Biden became the first Delaware senator elected to the vice presidency of the United States, as well as the first Roman Catholic to hold that office. See more on Delaware:


Who is the voice of Po in the Kung Fu Panda films?

Voice Compare: Kung Fu Panda - Po | Behind The Voice Actors Jack Black EDITOR'S OPINION Alright folks the first Kung Fu Panda VC shall be for none other than the leading panda himself... PO! Let us begin! Jack Black - Jack maybe typecast-ed as a big loud lovable oaf especially in his screen acting roles but his voice work as Po is a fine reason why he is known for doing these roles rather well. Jack's performance for the role definitely suits Po's various comedic moments and his various serious moments as well and is a fine example of the voice work in the movies. Mick Wingert - Mick's work on the role is one of the most impressive cases of "Stand-in" performances I have ever heard as Mick definitely sounds a lot like Jack Black. Mick's performance was also very good as it suited Po's "Lovable Oaf" persona very well and is a fine example of the voice work in the show. Eric Loomis - This is another pleasant surprise as this is another fine example of a "Stand-in" performance as Eric also did a fine job in sounding like Jack Black. As for Eric's performance it was also pretty good as it does suit Po's "Lovable Oaf" persona rather well and its another fine example of how good Eric's Vocal Mimicry skills can be. Overall I am going with a tie as while Jack Black is great in the role, Mick and Eric do exceptionally well in mimicking him. Pokejedservo


Give the common name for the plant `Kniphofia'.

Kniphofia: Red Hot Poker Kniphofia: Red Hot Poker Vegetables & Herbs KNIPHOFIA: Red Hot Poker There are 68 species in the genus Kniphofia, all originating in southern and eastern Africa. They form clumps of grass-like finely toothed foliage with strong stems rising above the foliage with flowers that look-like glowing pokers or torches, hence the common name. The blossoms open from the bottom to top over the course of several days and change color as the blossoms mature. Most varieties begin blooming by late June and some will re-bloom until frost. Hybridizing has led to many different colors and sizes of plants for the gardener to choose from. Flower color ranges from coral red through shades of orange, peach, yellow to near white and light green, and size ranges from dwarf plants 1 ½ feet tall to large 6 feet tall plants. Some are evergreen and some deciduous dependent on the species. Kniphofia are a plant that can be used in the garden to make a statement, such as the 6 feet tall K. northiae, or used as a vertical accent in the perennial border. It is also has a unique structural look with the flowers stems rising above the foliage that would be a great addition to a tropical garden paired with purple or red-foliage cannas, or a more xeriscaped garden planted with grasses, Echinacea, and Penstemon. Some of the smaller varieties also make nice additions to containers for summer bloom, and evergreen varieties give year-round interest. Kniphofia are attractive to hummingbirds and make a great addition to the hummingbird garden. They also make a great cut flower. K. ‘Apricot Souffle’ Spikes of apricot flowers bloom June through August above deciduous strappy foliage reaching 3 ft tall and wide. Zn 6. K. ‘Bressingham’s Comet’ A cute, smaller Kniphofia with bright red-orange and yellow flower spikes from July to September. Fine, grassy deciduous leaves reach 2 ft. tall. Zn 5-9. K. ‘Gladness’ This blooms early summer with apricot flowers emerging from deep orange buds. A smaller, evergreen torch lily reaching 30 in. tall and 24 in wide. Zn 6. K. ‘Green Jade’ As the name implies, this Kniphofia blooms pale greenish-cream aging through cream to white on 5 ft. flower stems. Leaves are evergreen with mature size of 4 ft. tall and 2-3 ft. wide. Zn 6. K. northiae This is a monster Kniphofia that reaches 4-5 ft. tall and 3 ft. wide with thick, broad, evergreen leaves with large, bold flowers stalks of orange and yellow. Zn 7. K. uvaria ‘Primrose Beauty’ Great cut flower with buttery-yellow flowers on strong 3’ stems above evergreen grassy foliage. Reaches 3 ft. tall and 2 ft. wide. Zn 5.  Kniphofia Common Name: Red Hot Poker, Torch Lily Origin: Native to southern and eastern Africa Culture: Plant in full sun with moist, humus-rich well-drained soil. In the summer, Kniphofia can handle moisture, but they need well-drained soil during the winter. Also, they need moisture when the blooms are forming and will fail to flower if conditions are too dry.  Kniphofia can tolerate wind and are a good choice for coastal plantings. Maintenance: Diligent deadheading (removing spent flower blossoms) will prolong the bloom season. In the fall, remove the unsightly looking leaves and any dead flower stalks that are left. For the winter, do not cut the foliage back, but instead try tying it up over the center of the plant to protect the crown from winter moisture and help insulate the crown to extend longevity. Mulching in the winter is helpful. In the spring, once all the cold weather is past, cut the foliage back down to about three inches from the ground to rejuvenate, but avoid pruning too close to the crown. Propagation: Dig up and divide clumps in the spring, unless it is flowering, in which case wait until after the plant is done flowering.


Who had a hit in 1966 with 'Pretty Flamingo'?

1966 #10. Pretty Flamingo - Manfred Mann - YouTube 1966 #10. Pretty Flamingo - Manfred Mann 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 Jun 7, 2015 "Pretty Flamingo" is a song written by Mark Barkan, which became a hit in 1966 when Manfred Mann's recording of it was released as a single. The single reached number one in the UK Singles Chart on 5 May 1966. Manfred Mann's recording was a minor hit in the United States where it spent eight weeks on Billboard 's Hot 100 chart, peaking at number 29 during the week of 6 August 1966. It was also successful in Ireland, and was number one there for four weeks, keeping the Rolling Stones' "Paint It Black" at number two. The speaker describes a woman—whom "all of the guys call 'Flamingo', 'cause her hair glows like the sun and her eyes can light the sky"—for whom the singer has fallen, and his plans to win her affection. The recording features future Cream bassist Jack Bruce, who briefly joined the band in 1965. On their Top of the Pops appearance Paul Jones performed whilst standing on one leg. The song has been covered by such notable artists as Baltimore R&B singer Tommy Vann (released in June 1966 -- however some sources claim it was recorded in 1964, which would predate Mann's version), Gene Pitney, Tommy Roe, The Everly Brothers, Rod Stewart, Elvis Costello with Glenn Tilbrook, Chris Difford and Nick Lowe, Rolf Harris, Bruce Springsteen, Elbow, Dave Gregory of XTC, Broken Dolls, The Queers, Les McCann, The Sandpipers, Billy Strange with The Challengers and Paul Weller. The original demo of the song was recorded by noted New York City vocalist Jimmy Radcliffe stylized for The Drifters, but songwriter Mark Barkan was dissatisfied with the overly produced results and had Radcliffe recut the song with a pared-down arrangement. The song was sung by Danny Dyer as Mick Carter in the 10 July 2014 episode of EastEnders. Mick sings it to his partner Linda, who has a fascination with flamingos. It is later revealed that they consider Pretty Flamingo to be their song. It has been played several times on the show since. Category


Who was the only Englishman actually on the pitch in the FIFA World Cup Final of 2010?

BBC Sport - Football - World Cup 2010: Englishman Howard Webb to referee final World Cup 2010: Englishman Howard Webb to referee final Webb prepares for highs of South Africa Premier League official Howard Webb has been chosen to referee Sunday's World Cup final between Netherlands and Spain in Johannesburg, Fifa has confirmed. Webb, 38, has impressed in the finals so far, as have his fellow English assistants Michael Mullarkey and Darren Cann, who will join him in the final. Webb is the first Englishman to referee the final since Jack Taylor in 1974. He has refereed three World Cup matches in South Africa and has neither shown a red card nor awarded a penalty. However, the Yorkshireman has handed out an average of 5.67 bookings per games - the second highest tally in tournament. Webb made his World Cup finals debut in Spain's shock 1-0 defeat by Switzerland. 606: DEBATE Step forward Mr Webb! Fully deserved. I think he and his team have done a great job Lady of the Bridge He was also in charge for Slovakia's 3-2 victory against Italy - a defeat which cost the defending champions the chance to reach the tournament's knockout rounds - and was praised for his handling of a dramatic finale to the match. In the last-16 stage Webb refereed Brazil's 3-0 win over Chile, only to miss out on the quarter-finals and semi-finals. But he has been rewarded with Sunday's Soccer City showpiece, prompting high praise from Taylor, referee for the 1974 World Cup final between the former West Germany and Netherlands, who said Webb had been "almost perfect" in the three games in which he has officiated to date. "I've known Howard for a long time," Taylor told BBC Radio 5 Live. "I've seen him as a young referee and I've seen him come through, I've seen his ability. "He's had three games and he's been almost perfect. "He's fit, he's strong, he's diplomatic, he reads the game terribly well, in my opinion they couldn't pick a better man." It is great to see Howard and his team's fantastic season topped off with the ultimate appointment Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore Premier League referee Chris Foy backed Webb to perform in the final and said the British refereeing fraternity were proud of their colleague. "I'm absolutely delighted and I'm not surprised because the way he has performed at the World Cup up till now I think he's been outstanding," Foy told BBC Radio Merseyside. "It's a massive pat on the back for English refereeing. "He refereed the Champions League final this season and did a wonderful job and this is the biggest accolade that can ever be bestowed on a match official and he must be immensely proud." Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore also paid tribute to Webb and his team, adding: "We see the hard work and professionalism of Howard Webb, Darren Cann and Mike Mullarkey week in, week out when they are officiating in the Premier League. "So, it is great to see their fantastic season topped off with the ultimate appointment." For Webb to be chosen to officiate the biggest game in football in his first World Cup finals is a superb achievement. It comes after a highly successful season for him and his assistants Cann and Mullarkey, after they officiated the Champions League final in May when Inter Milan beat Bayern Munich 2-0 in Madrid. Their performances have boosted English officials' standing around the world after the debacle in the 2006 World Cup when referee Graham Poll handed out three yellow cards to Croatia's Josip Simunic during the match with Australia. Premier League referees' chief Mike Riley has said those experiences mean all three men will be more than prepared for such a high-profile match. The whole thing is jaw-dropping. I just can't imagine my son reffing the World Cup Final Howard's father Billy "As a team they will be prepared for the challenges and I'm sure they will be more than looking forward to the occasion," Riley told the BBC. Webb, a former police officer from Rotherham, started officiating in the Northern Counties League in the mid-1990s. He has been a Premier League referee


In which novel does Charles Smithson fall in love with Sarah Woodruff?

Project MUSE - “Passionate Reciprocity”: Love, Existentialism, and Bodily Knowledge in The French Lieutenant’s Woman Love, Existentialism, and Bodily Knowledge in The French Lieutenant’s Woman Naomi Rokotnitz Abstract John Fowles’s novel presents romantic love as a force that strips away cant and propriety, revealing a self unmasked. If heeded, this unmasking can function as a catalyst for existential investigation, for it reveals the self to be not a stable pre-formed entity but, rather, a continually evolving creative project. At the same time, the novel tests the limits of conscious intervention in the governance of this project. While its narrator celebrates the advantages of having “existentialist philosophy at our disposal,” analysis of the novel suggests that Fowles finds philosophy inadequately equipped to tackle either the primary impetus of love or its impact. Instead, the novel articulates an understanding that anticipates very recent findings in cognitive science and neuropsychology. Current developments in the sciences provide retroactive support for Fowles’s intuitive claims and shed further light upon the novel’s implications regarding choice and decision-making in love. In a study conducted in 1993, psychologists Barry Moss and Andrew Schwebel maintained that intimacy is “determined by the level of commitment and positive affective, cognitive, and physical closeness one experiences with a partner in a reciprocal (although not necessarily symmetrical) relationship” (33). Yet closeness, bonding, even passion, do not equal love. Romantic love, they argued, “is experienced after an individual makes a subjective assessment of the level of intimacy experienced with another” (35). In other words, love involves a conscious decision. Naturally, no definition of love could suit all romantic relationships at all times, but if love indeed requires conscious intervention, this would imply that we do not so much fall in love as jump in love deliberately, rendering love a choice each lover actively makes. Extricating love from the ancient myth of affliction (represented by Cupid’s arrow and its later evolutions) and redefining it as a choice, complements a foundational precept of existential philosophy, according to which the primary responsibility of individuals is to own their choices — indeed, to reach “transfiguration” through the act of choice ( Kierkegaard 1959: 167 ). In his novel The French Lieutenant’s Woman (1969 ), John Fowles explores a similar hypothesis. However, while his narrator-persona explicitly celebrates the advantages of having “existentialist philosophy at our disposal” ( 1998: 69 ), analysis of the novel suggests that Fowles finds philosophy inadequately equipped to tackle the primary impetus of love. Instead, his narrative articulates an understanding of this impetus that anticipates very recent findings in cognitive science and neuropsychology. Current developments in the sciences not only provide retroactive support for Fowles’s intuitive claims but, eclipsing Moss and Schwebel’s assertions and reshaping conceptions of personal autonomy, facilitate an illuminating reading of Fowles’s novel and its implications for the question of choice and decision-making in love. In The French Lieutenant’s Woman, love includes admiration for and adoration of another, as well as a desire to feel validated through mutuality: [End Page 331] to be in synchrony with another, to know and be known in all senses of the word, and to experience a “passionate reciprocity of feeling” (186). Clearly, seeking such a feeling entails goal-directed behavior, but, Fowles suggests, this behavior should not be confused with conscious choice. Writing in the heyday of psychoanalytic discourse, Fowles presents his characters as sometimes motivated by drives of which they are unaware. But his narrative coheres even more closely with current evidence that most of our decisions take place in a fraction of a second and are made before they reach conscious awareness ( Gladwell 2005 , Vandekerckhove and Panksepp 2009 ), and that our abi


The Greenwich meridian crosses the Mediterranean coast of which African country?

The Greenwich Meridian - where east meets west: Home The Greenwich Meridian WGS84 and the Greenwich Meridian The Greenwich Meridian before the ATC The Quest for Longitude Telescopes used with Meridian Marks   Search Where east meets west The Greenwich Meridian separates east from west in the same way that the Equator separates north from south. Inextricably linked with Greenwich Mean Time, it also sits at the centre of our system of time zones. Its path is determined by the location of an historic telescope, the Airy Transit Circle, which is housed at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich. Such is the Meridian's fame that each year, hundreds of thousands of visitors from all around the world make their way to the Observatory to stand astride the Line. But its position is marked in hundreds of other places too. On its path from pole to pole, the Meridian passes through England, France, Spain, Algeria, Mali, Burkina Faso, Togo, Ghana and Antarctica. Example meridian mark


Knothead and Splinter are the nephew and niece of which cartoon character?

Splinter & Knothead | Walter Lantz Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Share Ad blocker interference detected! Wikia is a free-to-use site that makes money from advertising. We have a modified experience for viewers using ad blockers Wikia is not accessible if you’ve made further modifications. Remove the custom ad blocker rule(s) and the page will load as expected. Knothead and Splinter are the nephew and niece of Woody Woodpecker . They first appeared in the cartoon Get Lost!. Originally Knothead and Splinter were Woody's nephews in the New Funnies comic books. Knothead was Nuthead and Splinter was a boy. But in 1949, Nuthead was turned into Knothead and Splinter was a girl. In the late 1950's Knothead and Splinter appeared in both animated cartoons and comic books. They were both voiced by June Foray. Woody was voiced by Grace Stafford/Lantz/Lanza. Knothead and Splinter in the classic era had rivals such as Heckle and Jeckle, Chip N' Dale and the Goofy Gophers during their time. They also appeared in The New Woody Woodpecker Show. In that era they also had rivals too such as Bart and Milhouse from the Simpsons as well as Shrrie and Terrie and Lisa and Maggie, Bobby and Jopesh from King of the Hill Fry and Bender from Futereama Potrayals E. G. Daily and Nika Futterman (1999–2002) (2002–Present) Get Lost!


Which word for a non-Christian or heathen is derived from the Latin for peasant or rustic?

pagan | Definition, meaning & more | Collins Dictionary Definitions 1. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun] Pagan beliefs and activities do not belong to any of the main religions of the world and take nature and a belief in many gods as a basis . They are older , or are believed to be older, than other religions. Synonyms: heathen , infidel , irreligious , polytheistic More Synonyms of pagan 2. countable noun [oft NOUN noun] In former times, pagans were people who did not believe in Christianity and who many Christians considered to be inferior people. ⇒ The new religion was eager to convert the pagan world. ⇒ ...female saints who took vows of virginity rather than submit to an undesired marriage with a pagan. COBUILD Advanced English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers pagan (ˈpeɪɡən ) Definitions noun 1. a member of a group professing a polytheistic religion or any religion other than Christianity , Judaism , or Islam 2. a person without any religion; heathen adjective


In a song, who is discovered in a club 'in old Soho where you drink champagne and it tastes just like cherry cola'?

THE KINKS LYRICS - Lola THE KINKS LYRICS I met her in a club down in old Soho Where you drink champagne and it tastes just like cherry-cola [LP version - Coca-Cola:] C O L A cola She walked up to me and she asked me to dance I asked her her name and in a dark brown voice she said Lola L O L A Lola la-la-la-la Lola Well I'm not the world's most physical guy But when she squeezed me tight she nearly broke my spine Oh my Lola la-la-la-la Lola Well I'm not dumb but I can't understand Why she walk like a woman but talk like a man Oh my Lola la-la-la-la Lola la-la-la-la Lola Well we drank champagne and danced all night Under electric candlelight She picked me up and sat me on her knee And said little boy won't you come home with me Well I'm not the world's most passionate guy But when I looked in her eyes well I almost fell for my Lola La-la-la-la Lola la-la-la-la Lola Lola la-la-la-la Lola la-la-la-la Lola I pushed her away I walked to the door I fell to the floor I got down on my knees Then I looked at her and she at me Well that's the way that I want it to stay And I always want it to be that way for my Lola La-la-la-la Lola Girls will be boys and boys will be girls It's a mixed up muddled up shook up world except for Lola La-la-la-la Lola Well I left home just a week before And I'd never ever kissed a woman before But Lola smiled and took me by the hand And said little boy I'm gonna make you a man Well I'm not the world's most masculine man But I know what I am and I'm glad I'm a man And so is Lola


In which musical do three dance girls sing 'There's gotta be something better than this'?

Sweet Charity the Musical February 17 2005 – December 31 2005; Al Hirschfeld Theatre Cast: Christina Applegate (Charity) London Revival 21 November 2009 – 7 March 2010; Menier Chocolate Factory. 23 April – 8 Jan 2011 (transfer to the Theatre Royal Haymarket) What was your favourite production? Add your thoughts in the comments box Synopsis Charity Valentine is a young woman in New York who works as a taxi dancer at the Fandango Ballroom, meaning gentleman pay her to dance with them by the hour. One evening she meets up with her deadbeat boyfriend Charlie, who she imagines is a lot more complimentary than he is in real life (“You Should See Yourself”). Shockingly, he ends up stealing her purse and pushing her into the lake. She is saved by a passerby and returns empty-handed to the Fandango. The other girls are unsurprised that Charity has had her heart broken yet again, and encourage her to get more street smarts. They hit the dancefloor, looking for another “Big Spender” to spend a little time with. Charity’s friends Helene and Nickie try to help her through her heartbreak in “Charity’s Soliloquy.” Leaving work, Charity gives all of her money away to beggars and realises she now won’t be able to eat. Suddenly a film star, Vittorio Vidal chases his girlfriend, Ursula, past Charity. When Ursula refuses to return to him, Vittorio impulsively grabs Charity instead, and she is thrilled with her luck. Vittorio and Charity head to the swanky Pompeii Club, where the clientele are dancing the “Rich Man’s Frug.” Famished after her long day, Charity faints, and encourages Vittorio to bring her to his apartment to rest. Charity thinks she has all the luck and sings “If My Friends Could See Me Now,” before Ursula arrives to reconcile with Vittorio. Vittorio hides Charity in a closet, where she ends up staying overnight. Vittorio sneaks her out the next morning, and she returns to the Fandango, where she and the girls agree “There’s Gotta Be Something Better Than This.” In another twist of fate, Charity finds herself stuck in an elevator with a tax accountant named Oscar Lindquist, and she allays his fears with “I’m the Bravest Individual.” They are eventually rescued, and Oscar persuades Charity to visit his hippie church, where they sing “The Rhythm of Life.” When Oscar tries to guess Charity’s profession, he decides she works for a bank and she claims he is correct. Besotted once again, Charity agrees to start dating Oscar, who now calls her “Sweet Charity.” Charity continues not to reveal her true profession. When she’s cheated out of a client by the new girl she decides to quit Fandango, though she wonders what the future will hold for her (“Where Am I Going?”). She meets up with Oscar and confesses that she is a taxi dancer, to which he confesses that he had followed her one night and already knew. Oscar assures her he doesn’t care what she does for a living and wants to marry her. Charity is thrilled and agrees, singing “I’m a Brass Band.” Charity returns to the Fandango Ballroom to say goodbye to her friends, who “Love to Cry at Weddings.” Oscar and Charity walk through Central Park, where Oscar suddenly announces that his jealousy of the men she dances for has caused him to decide he cannot go through with the wedding. He pushes her into the lake, just as her previous boyfriend did, but Charity realises at least he didn’t steal her purse and asserts herself with a reprise of “I’m the Bravest Individual.” Songs If My Friends Could See Me Now Too Many Tomorrows If My Friends Could See Me Now (Reprise) There’s Gotta Be Something Better Than This I’m The Bravest Individual ACT II I’m A Brass Band I Love To Cry At Weddings Finale


Which tennis player was stabbed hi the back in Hamburg in 1993?

BBC ON THIS DAY | 30 | 1993: Tennis star stabbed About This Site | Text Only 1993: Tennis star stabbed The world number one women's tennis player, Monica Seles, has been stabbed in the back during a quarter-final match in Hamburg. The 19-year-old American star was rushed to hospital with a wound half an inch (1.5cm) deep in her upper back. Doctors said her injuries were serious, but not life-threatening. "She was very lucky," said the tournament doctor, Peter Wind. "Neither the lungs nor the shoulder blades were affected. Monica is still suffering from shock, and will stay overnight for observation." There was immediate speculation that the attack was politically motivated because of Monica Seles's Serbian roots. She is known to have received death threats in connection with the Yugoslav conflict. But Hamburg police were quick to rule this out. They described her attacker as a 38-year-old man from East Germany, and said he appeared confused and may be mentally disturbed. Later reports suggested he may have been a fan of tennis rival Steffi Graf. In full view of crowd The attack happened during the rest break in the match, against Bulgarian player Maggie Maleeva. Miss Seles was leading 6-4, 4-3 when she took a rest on her courtside seat during the changeover. A man described as stocky and balding leaned over the three-feet-high (91 cm) barrier and stabbed her from behind. Miss Seles let out a scream, clutched her back and stumbled on to the court. The attack took place in full view of the 6,000-strong crowd watching the match. "He held the knife with both hands as he stabbed her in the back," said one eyewitness. The umpire, Stefan Voss, ran from his chair for ice and a towel. "Nobody saw him coming," he said. He described the 10-inch (25cm) long knife, which fell on the floor following the attack, as "a kitchen knife, like the sort you cut meat with. It was very sharp." Monica Seles is expected to be out of action for about four weeks, missing the Italian Open, which begins on Monday, and the French Open on 24 May, in which she was to have been the defending champion. Her participation in Wimbledon in June is also in question.


Who wrote 'The Allegory of Love' and 'Mere Christianity' in the 20th century?

Who Was C.S. Lewis? Who Was C.S. Lewis? June 14, 2016 by Jack Wellman Leave a Comment Who was C.S. Lewis? Why did this man leave such a huge impact on Christianity? Who was C.S. Lewis? Clive Staples Lewis or C.S. Lewis (1898-1963) may have been the greatest writer of his time, producing myriads of books, very much like those of his close friend, J.R.R. Tolkien who wrote the trilogy of “The Hobbit,” “The Lord of the Rings,” and “The Silmarillion.” Both men would later serve on the Oxford University faculty and in World War One. When Lewis mother died while he was only 10, he was sent to Belfast, Ireland so he could attend Wynyard School, and while there, he began to drift away from his earlier, so-thought conversion and baptism while he was still young. When Lewis fell ill he had to move to a health resort at Malvern, Worcestershire, and it is there, at age 15, that he fell away from the faith and proclaimed himself an atheist. He became intensely interested in mythology and the occult. He was enthralled with the ancient literature of the Scandinavians and later, the Norse mythologies. He also immersed himself into Greek literature. When he was shipped off to France during World War One, just after having entered Oxford university, it was there that he saw the graphic and morbid violence of war and how it took the lives of so many. That made him even more determined to claim atheism. It was only later that Tolkien and a few others convinced him to return to the Anglican Communion and so he did, and at age 32, he came to believe as he had never really believed before. That was when he felt an overpowering call towards Christian literature. Books of Impact When C.S. Lewis began to feel the passion to write books, it wasn’t long (mid-1920s) before he wrote his very first one, “Dymer” (1926), a satirical look at life, and then “The Allegory of Love” (1936), but this was only a period of training for the books that he would later write and these books would change the Christian culture forever. He wrote “The Screwtape Letters,” “The Chronicles of Narnia,” and “The Space Trilogy,” and several non-fiction books that dealt with Christian apologetics, such as “Mere Christianity,”, “Miracles,” and “The Problem of Pain.” It was when he began writing his apologetic books that people really began to take notice of Lewis and his accomplishments. Apologetics One of C.S. Lewis’ greatest strengths as a writer was his ability of logic and reason. This served him well in his apologetics. He inherently knew there were dozens of reasons to believe in God but one of his strongest objections for the argument of there being no God was his “Moral Argument” for God’s existence and it is something like this: 1. If God does not exist, objective moral values and duties do not exist. 2. Objective moral values and duties do exist. 3. Therefore, God exists. To Lewis, there are so many laws that govern human behavior and activities that it is obvious that objective moral values do exist, not in the least for the governments of the world. To him, the moral objectives clearly reflected the Moral Lawgiver, Who is God. His point was that objective morals and values are more than accidental or random chemical reactions in the brain. He couldn’t understand why atheists could be sure God doesn’t exist. Since it is estimated that humans only know about one-half of one percent of all the knowledge that there is to know, could not God exist in that 99.9% of knowledge that’s missing? Lewis never understood how an atheist could know for certain that there is no god when they are unable to prove it. Lewis’ Later Life By early June of 1961, Lewis began suffering from kidney inflammation which resulted in blood poisoning. After what appeared to be a full recovery in 1963, in mid-July of that year he fell ill again, but this time it was considerably more serious. When he finally entered the hospital, he experienced a heart attack and fell into a coma. They must have thought that this was the end of Lewis’ life but he unexpectedly awoke and was later discharged from the


Who was the first female president of the Irish Republic?

The Presidents of Ireland: From 1938 Until 2015 The Presidents of Ireland: From 1938 Until 2015 European History Expert By Robert Wilde The Republic of Ireland emerged from a protracted struggle with the British Government during the first half of the nineteenth century, leaving the landmass of 'Ireland' divided into two. Self-government initially returned to Southern Ireland in 1922 when the country became a 'Free State' in the British Commonwealth. Further campaigning followed, and in 1939 the Irish Free State adopted a new constitution, replaced the British monarch with an elected president and became 'Éire', 'Ireland'. Full independence - and complete withdrawal from the British Commonwealth - followed with the declaration of the Republic of Ireland in 1949. This is a chronological list of the presidents of Ireland; the dates given are the periods of said rule. 1.  Douglas Hyde 1938 – 1945 An experienced academic and professor rather than a politician, Hyde’s career was dominated by his desire to preserve and promote the Gaelic language. Such was the impact of his work that he was supported by all the main parties in the election which made him the first president of Ireland.   continue reading below our video What are the Seven Wonders of the World 2.  Sean Thomas O'Kelly 1945 – 1959 Unlike Hyde, O’Kelly was a long time politician who was involved in the early years of Sinn Féin, fought against the British in the Easter Rising, and worked in succeeding layers of government, including that of Eamon de Valeria, who would succeed him. O’Kelly was elected for the maximum two terms, and then retired.   3.  Eámon de Valera 1959 – 1973 Perhaps the most famous Irish politician of the presidential era (and with good reason), Eamon de Valera was taoiseach / prime minister and then president of the sovereign, independent Ireland he did so much to create. A president of Sinn Féin in 1917, founder of Fianna Fáil in 1926, he was also a respected academic.   4.  Erskin Childers 1973 – 1974 Eskine Childers was the son of Robert Erskine Childers, an acclaimed writer and politician who was executed in the struggle for independence. After taking a job at a newspaper owned by De Valera’s family, he became a politician and served in many positions, eventually being elected president in 1973. However, he died the next year.   5.  Cearbhall O'Dalaigh 1974 – 1976 A career in law saw O'Dalaigh become Ireland’s youngest attorney general, a Supreme Court judge and chief justice, as well as a judge in the burgeoning European system. He became president in 1974, but his fears over the nature of an Emergency Powers Bill, itself a reaction to IRA terrorism, led him to resign.   6.  Patrick Hillery 1976 – 1990 After several years of upheaval, Hillery bought stability to the presidency, and after saying he would only serve one term was asked back by the main parties to stand for a second. A medic, he transitioned into politics and he served in the government and the EEC.   7.  Mary Robinson 1990 – 1997 Mary Robinson was an accomplished lawyer, a professor in her field, and had a record of promoting humans rights when she was elected president, and she became the most visible holder of the office to that date, touring and promoting Ireland’s interests. When her seven years were up she moved into a role as United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, and still campaigns on the issues.   8.  Mary McAleese 1997 – 2011 The first president of Ireland to be born in Northern Ireland, McAleese was another lawyer who transitioned into politics, and who turned a controversial start into a career as one of the best regarded presidents of Ireland.   9.  Michael D Higgins 2011 - A published poet, respected academic and long-time Labour politician, Higgins was considered an incendiary figure early on but turned into something of a national treasure, winning the election in no small part due to his speaking ability.


Cowcaddens and Hillhead are underground stations in which city?

Maps & Stations - SPT SPT Subway: Maps & Stations The fifteen stations of the Subway are distributed over a 10 km circuit of the West End and City Centre of Glasgow, with eight stations to the North of the River Clyde and seven to the South. There are two lines: an outer circle running clockwise and an inner circle running anticlockwise. Subway map Long description of Glasgow Subway Map Glasgow Subway Map consists of 15 stations in a circle – Buchanan Street, St. Enoch, Bridge Street, West Street, Shields Road, Kinning Park, Cessnock, Ibrox, Govan, Partick, Kelvinhall, Hillhead, Kelvinbridge, St. George’s Cross, and Cowcaddens. Click on map for larger version or read a description of all Glasgow Subway stations . Google map Opening hours The Subway is open 06:30 to 23:45 Monday to Saturday and 10:00 to 18:12 on Sundays. View timetable for more information. Accessibility Wheelchairs are permitted in the Subway if folded. This is due to the small size of our trains. Guide dogs and hearing dogs are welcome. Ticket offices have induction loops to assist customers with hearing difficulties. All Subway stations have tactile paving on platforms and tactile maps at key stations to assist those with visual impairment. All station stairways have 30-point colour contrast stair nosings to assist passengers with visual impairment, additionally there are corduroy tactile strips at top and bottom of each staircase to assist visually impaired passengers locate stairs. Double height handrails are also in place which are non-reflective and not “cold to touch” to assist passengers with mobility impairment and also for children. Pushchairs must be folded in the Subway. Unfortunately, because of space restrictions, it is not possible to accommodate large prams and pushchairs. In the event of an evacuation alarms are both audible and visual which will assist passengers who are visually impaired or have hearing difficulties. People with mobility issues can read information about the number of stairs and escalators at each station. Parking Parking is available at Bridge Street, Kelvinbridge and Shields Road stations. Regular users can buy a money saving car park season ticket. Car parking is available during Subway opening hours . View parking information Lost property If you have lost something on the Subway, please get in touch or phone 0141 333 3653. All items lost/found (with the exclusion of perishable items) are sent to the Custodiers Department (Police Scotland): Address: 173 Pitt Street Glasgow G2 4JS Telephone: 0141 532 2667 / 0141 532 2468 / 0141 532 2609 Opening Hours: 09:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday (Closed on Public Holidays). Stations (in alphabetical order)


What number is on the film star Beetle car, Herbie?

Herbie | Star cars Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia ―Jim Douglas [src] Herbie is an anthropomorphic 1963 Volkswagen Beetle, a character that is featured in several Disney motion pictures starting with the 1968 feature film The Love Bug . He has a mind of his own and is capable of driving himself, and is a serious contender in auto racing competitions. Throughout most of the franchise, Herbie is distinguished by red, white and blue racing stripes from front to back bumper, a racing-style number "53" on the front trunk lid, doors, and engine lid, and a yellow-on-black '63 California license plate that says, "OFP 857". One exception to this is his introduction in The Love Bug, where he initially appears as a nondescript white vehicle with a gray colored fabric sunroof (a.k.a. "ragtop"), the style of sunroof offered on VW Beetles made through 1963. Contents


What are Duke of Burgundy, White Admiral and Essex Skipper?

Butterfly Conservation - Sussex Branch Butterfly Conservation saving butterflies, moths and our environment Sussex Branch Please remember, you can raise money for your favourite Butterfly Conservation Branch every time you shop online simply by clicking on the easyfundraising.org.uk logo first and selecting: "Butterfly Conservation - Sussex Branch". More Friday 16 December I completed a careful survey of 125 metres of Blackthorn hedgerow. 50 metres of my garden hedge, 40 eggs; 65 metres of excellent Blackthorn hedgerow in the field to the east of our property, 10 eggs; 10 metres of 'old' Blackthorn in the field to the south of our garden, 3 eggs. So roughly one egg per 2.5 metres. The 'excellent' hedge ought to have more but I think is too exposed to the Storrington winds. The old hedge needs my attention (I will have a chat with the manager of the field). The bit of hedge that is most productive is the outside of my garden hedge to the east of the garden. Conclusion (as previously posted) Brown Hairstreak do like sunny aspects but they like even more, 'protected, sheltered' spots. ï¿½(martin kalaher) I have just found a Red Admiral inside the building where I work which is on the outskirts of North Bersted, Bognor Regis. It is a converted cowshed in some farm buildings but is heated so I have taken it outside where it is now hanging upside down under a wooden table. It seems to have become more lively since being outside so I am hoping it will find somewhere suitable to hibernate. Sorry no pics as I left my phone at home today. ï¿½(Penny Kirk) While having lunch break with some of the Ashdown Forest Conservstion Volunteers during a busy morning cutting down a number of sapling birch trees at Chelwood Vachery on Thursday, a Red Admiral flew overhead possibly disturbed by our activities. ï¿½(Stuart Ridley)


Who played the character Nellie Harvey in Coronation Street?

Nellie Harvey | Coronation Street Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Mollie Sugden Nellie Harvey was the landlady of the Laughing Donkey pub in Weatherfield , as well as friend (and rival) of Rovers landlady Annie Walker . Like Annie, Nellie was snobbish and thought she was a cut above her working class clientele. Being a pub landlady, she was deft at presenting a smiling face and a warm personality to the public; a useful trait when dealing with Annie, who was equally driven by social ambition and who often competed with Nellie. Under the guise of friendship, Nellie would often appear at the Rovers to keep tabs on Annie, but her nemesis was no fool and Annie was able to keep up the outwardly jovial relationship while keeping Nellie at bay and looking for opportunities to get one over on her. Most of their encounters in some way involved the Weatherfield Ladies Licenced Victuallers, an institution within which both Nellie and Annie had influence. In 1965 , Nellie visited the Rovers to consider whether to put Annie forward as a chairman of organisation, and in typical fashion, arrived early, catching Annie unprepared. Nellie was pleased to see her old dancing partner Jack Walker - Annie's husband - and decided to give Annie the place on that basis. Nellie was known to drop the pretence of friendship when Annie went too far. In February 1971 , they were asked to find someone to open the Brookside Motel in place of the LV president. Nellie liked the idea of doing it herself but Annie put her bid in first and was accepted, causing Nellie to tell her some home truths. By August of that year, they were apparently on speaking terms, enjoying their usual catty relationship, when Nellie visited the Rovers on Annie's birthday and tried to trick Annie into revealing her age. Later that year, Nellie got revenge of sorts when she showed to Annie that Annie's surrogate daughter Lucille Hewitt was working at the Aquarius club, which Annie thought distasteful. One month later, Nellie and fellow landlady Kitty Stonely organised a Boxing Day ball in aid of the RNLI which Annie muscled in on, catching the attention of retired Navy officer Gerald Prince who Nellie had set her eyes on. In 1973 , Annie appeared to win the battle when she was chosen by new Mayor of Weatherfield Alf Roberts as Mayoress. In December of that year, Nellie's husband Arthur left Nellie for Annie, even though Annie had showed no interest in him. Nellie was furious when she found out that Annie had let Arthur stay the night at the Rovers and announced that she would be seeking a divorce, citing Annie. Nellie received a visit from Annie who explained that she had tried but failed to convince Arthur to return to Nellie, but Nellie remained firm. She only took Arthur back when he told Nellie he was finished with Annie - in reality Annie had forced his hand by refusing to speak to him should he not return to his wife. In 1976 , Nellie decided to learn to drive, and passed after eighty-six lessons and bought a Mini. Unsurprisingly, she then gloated to Annie about her achievement and challenged her to learn in fewer than eighty-six lessons. Her plan backfired when Annie passed on her first attempt. The following year, Nellie was responsible for spreading a rumour that Annie had sacked barmaid Betty Turpin for stealing from the till. Annie was annoyed as the gossip soon reached Betty, complicating Annie's attempts to apologise and resulting in Betty threatening to sue her for slander. Nellie remained landlady of the Laughing Donkey in the early 1980s . In 1980 , Nellie informed Annie, who was on holiday, that the Weatherfield Gazette was carrying the story of a boycott of the Rovers bins by the binmen. Nellie was well aware that it would cause friction between Annie and her staff. Nellie Harvey was played by Mollie Sugden . She last appeared in August 1976 but was referred to many times in the remainder of Annie Walker 's tenure in the programme.


What breed of dog is known as the carriage dog?

Carriage dog - definition of carriage dog by The Free Dictionary Carriage dog - definition of carriage dog by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/carriage+dog Related to carriage dog: Old English mastiff carriage dog (Breeds) a former name for Dalmatian ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend: Noun 1. carriage dog - a large breed having a smooth white coat with black or brown spots; originated in Dalmatia Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us , add a link to this page, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content . Link to this page: liver-spotted dalmatian References in classic literature ? So, Bella and the fowls, by the united energies of two horses, two men, four wheels, and a plum-pudding carriage dog with as uncomfortable a collar on as if he had been George the Fourth, were deposited at the door of the parental dwelling. View in context The pony, fresh from the Lampeter Spring Show the day before, when he was fifth in his class, was unhurt and able to lead the pony section of the rally up the steep hill out of the village, with both Lester and co-driver Rhian Jones in the carriage, with Buttons, the Dalmatian carriage dog, in tow. Bobby bounces back after fall at rally Front cover: Murphy the carriage dog follows the team through Skeffington, Leicestershire.


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'La donna e mobile' is from which Verdi opera?

Luciano Pavarotti - La Donna È Mobile (Rigoletto) - YouTube Luciano Pavarotti - La Donna È Mobile (Rigoletto) 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. Uploaded on Oct 24, 2006 The "king" Luciano Pavarotti as Il Duca di Mantova in the screen movie "Rigoletto" (1983) based on Giuseppe Verdi's opera with the same name (1851). La Donna È Mobile - Giuseppe Verdi La donna è mobile


Gordon Beckham plays which sport for the Chicago White Sox?

Gordon Beckham Stats, Fantasy & News | MLB.com Gordon Beckham Stats Gordon Beckham MLB Career Stats AVG Full Name: James Gordon Beckham Pronunciation: BECK-um Born: 9/16/1986 in Atlanta, GA Draft: 2008, Chicago White Sox, 1st rd. (8th overall) College: Georgia Note: Opponent can be found on current team or on team when both players met. LOADING... Gordon Beckham Pitch Breakdown [Catcher Perspective] Loading... Gordon Beckham Base Hits Breakdown [Catcher Perspective] Loading... Gordon Beckham Home Run Breakdown [Catcher Perspective] Loading... With third baseman Eduardo Nunez hobbled by a strained right hamstring, the Giants acquired infielder Gordon Beckham from the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday. September 27, 2016 at 5:03 PM ET Wilson Team Defensive Player of the Year Year AL Rookie of the Month Month MLB Players Choice AL Outstanding Rookie Year 2B Gordon Beckham elected free agency. October 12, 2016 San Francisco Giants activated 2B Gordon Beckham. October 5, 2016 San Francisco Giants reassigned 2B Gordon Beckham to the minor leagues. September 27, 2016 Atlanta Braves traded 2B Gordon Beckham to San Francisco Giants for SS Richard Rodriguez. July 7, 2016 Atlanta Braves activated 2B Gordon Beckham from the 15-day disabled list. July 2, 2016 Atlanta Braves sent 3B Gordon Beckham on a rehab assignment to Carolina Mudcats. June 27, 2016 Atlanta Braves sent 3B Gordon Beckham on a rehab assignment to GCL Braves. June 2, 2016 Atlanta Braves placed 3B Gordon Beckham on the 15-day disabled list. Left hamstring strain May 9, 2016 Atlanta Braves activated 3B Gordon Beckham from the 15-day disabled list. May 6, 2016 Atlanta Braves sent 2B Gordon Beckham on a rehab assignment to Gwinnett Braves. April 18, 2016 Atlanta Braves placed 3B Gordon Beckham on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to April 17, 2016. Strained left hamstring December 4, 2015 Atlanta Braves signed free agent 3B Gordon Beckham. November 2, 2015 3B Gordon Beckham elected free agency. January 28, 2015 Chicago White Sox signed free agent 3B Gordon Beckham. December 2, 2014 2B Gordon Beckham elected free agency. August 23, 2014 Los Angeles Angels activated 2B Gordon Beckham. August 21, 2014 Chicago White Sox traded 2B Gordon Beckham to Los Angeles Angels for Player To Be Named Later. April 24, 2014 Chicago White Sox activated 2B Gordon Beckham from the 15-day disabled list. April 3, 2014 Chicago White Sox sent 2B Gordon Beckham on a rehab assignment to Birmingham Barons. March 30, 2014 Chicago White Sox placed 2B Gordon Beckham on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to March 21, 2014. Strained left oblique June 3, 2013 Chicago White Sox activated 2B Gordon Beckham from the 15-day disabled list. May 18, 2013 Chicago White Sox sent 2B Gordon Beckham on a rehab assignment to Charlotte Knights. April 12, 2013 Chicago White Sox placed 2B Gordon Beckham on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to April 10, 2013. Fracture in his left hand. June 4, 2009 Chicago White Sox selected the contract of 2B Gordon Beckham from Charlotte Knights. May 28, 2009 Gordon Beckham assigned to Charlotte Knights from Birmingham Barons. May 17, 2009 Gordon Beckham roster status changed by Birmingham Barons. May 12, 2009 Birmingham Barons placed SS Gordon Beckham on the 7-day disabled list. March 27, 2009 + View More Transactions James Gordon Beckham Bio Info Resides in Atlanta, GA., with his wife, Brittany...Is a 2005 graduate of Westminster (Ga.) High School, where he was a Georgia AAA All-State football player as a junior and senior....Father, Gordon, was a QB for South Carolina (1979-82)...Father-in-law is former White Sox second baseman and former Atlanta Braves advance coach/assistant hitting coach Scott Fletcher...Signed by Kevin Burrell and Nick Hostetler (White Sox).  2015 Appeared in 100 games in his seventh season with the Chicago White Sox. The 100 appearances marked his single-season career low in games played. ... Made 50 starts, including 39 at third base, seven at second and four at shortstop, and posted a .979 fielding percentage (4 E/193 TC). ... Played in 63 games spanning the


Who won the 2011 Booker Prize for 'The Sense of an Ending'?

Booker prize 2011: Julian Barnes triumphs at last | Books | The Guardian Books Booker prize 2011: Julian Barnes triumphs at last Fourth time lucky for Julian Barnes, who wins the Man Booker prize 2011 for his novel The Sense of an Ending after missing out on three previous occasions Author Julian Barnes smiles after winning the 2011 Man Booker Prize for Fiction with his book The Sense of an Ending at the Guildhall in London. Photograph: Luke Macgregor/Reuters Tuesday 18 October 2011 19.15 EDT First published on Tuesday 18 October 2011 19.15 EDT Close This article is 5 years old Julian Barnes finally won the literary prize that has eluded him on three previous occasions when he was tonight presented with the Man Booker prize for his short novel, The Sense of an Ending . His victory came after one of the most bitter and vituperative run-ups to the prize in living memory - not among the shortlisted writers, but from dismayed and bemused commentators who accused judges of putting populism above genuine quality . But few of those critics could claim Barnes' novel is not of the highest quality. The chair of this year's judges, former MI5 director general Stella Rimington, said it had "the markings of a classic of English Literature. It is exquisitely written, subtly plotted and reveals new depths with each reading." Much of the row over the shortlist has stemmed from Rimington's own prioritisation of "readability" in the judging criteria. But tonight, she said quality had always been just as important. "It is a very readable book, if I may use that word, but readable not only once but twice and even three times," she said. "It is incredibly concentrated. Crammed into this short space is a great deal of information which you don't get out of a first read." Accepting the prize, Barnes thanked the judges for their wisdom and the sponsors for their cheque. He also offered some advice to publishers: "Those of you who have seen my book, whatever you think of its contents, will probably agree it is a beautiful object. And if the physical book, as we've come to call it, is to resist the challenge of the ebook, it has to look like something worth buying, worth keeping." Afterwards Barnes admitted a sense of relief at finally winning. "I didn't want to go to my grave and get a Beryl," he said referring to Bainbridge, who was shortlisted five times, never won and received a posthumous Best of Beryl Booker prize . He said the "readability" row had been "a false hare" to which he had paid little attention, adding: "Most great books are readable. Any shortlist of the last ten years that I've read has contained nothing but what you would call readable books." Barnes once called the prize "posh bingo" and he said he had not changed his view – it simply depended on who the judges were and what they liked. "The Booker prize has a tendency to drive people a bit mad," he said, not least writers with "hope and lust and greed and expectation" so the best way to stay sane, he said, was by treating it as a lottery until you win "when you realise that the judges are the wisest heads in literary Christendom". Asked what he would spend the £50,000 prize money on he said a new watch strap was first on his list. "I could buy a whole new watch." The book, at 150 pages, is undoubtedly short, but not the shortest to ever win the prize – that record belongs to Penelope Fitzgerald's Offshore , which won in 1979 and is shorter by a few hundred words. The Sense of an Ending, Barnes' 11th novel, explores memory: how fuzzy it can be and how we amend the past to suit our own wellbeing. It tells the story through the apparently insignificant and dull life of arts administrator Tony Webster. "One of the things that the book does is talk about the human kind," said Rimington. "None of us really knows who we are. We present ourselves in all sorts of ways, but maybe the ways we present ourselves are not how we really are." Rimington said the question of whether Barnes was overdue to win the £50,000 prize never entered her mind or figured in the debate. "We really were,