How many commandments does the Jewish Torah contain?

Judaism 101: A List of the 613 Mitzvot (Commandments) A List of the 613 Mitzvot (Commandments) Level: Advanced  Jewish tradition teaches that there are 613 commandments  This is the list of 613 identified by Rambam  The order and organization is my own Below is a list of the 613 mitzvot (commandments). It is based primarily on the list compiled by Rambam in the Mishneh Torah, but I have consulted other sources as well. As I said in the page on halakhah , Rambam's list is probably the most widely accepted list, but it is not the only one. The order is my own, as are the explanations of how some rules are derived from some biblical passages. For each mitzvah, I have provided a citation to the biblical passage or passages from which it is derived, based primarily on Rambam. For commandments that can be observed today, I have also provided citations to the Chafetz Chayim's Concise Book of Mitzvot (CCA refers to affirmative commandments; CCN refers to negative commandments; CCI refers to commandments that only apply in Israel ). Commandments that cannot be observed today primarily relate to the Temple , its sacrifices and services (because the Temple does not exist) and criminal procedures (because the theocratic state of Israel does not exist). G-d To know that G-d exists (Ex. 20:2; Deut. 5:6) (CCA1). See What Do Jews Believe? . Not to entertain the idea that there is any god but the Eternal (Ex. 20:3) (CCN8). See What Do Jews Believe? . Not to blaspheme (Ex. 22:27; in Christian texts, Ex. 22:28), the penalty for which is death (Lev. 24:16) (negative). To love G-d (Deut. 6:5) (CCA3). See What Do Jews Believe? . To fear Him reverently (Deut. 6:13; 10:20) (CCA4). Not to put the word of G-d to the test (Deut. 6:16) (negative). To imitate His good and upright ways (Deut. 28:9) (CCA6). Torah To honor the old and the wise (Lev. 19:32) (CCA17). To learn Torah and to teach it (Deut. 6:7) (CCA14). See Torah . To cleave to those who know Him (Deut. 10:20) (the Talmud states that cleaving to scholars is equivalent to cleaving to Him) (CCA16). Not to add to the commandments of the Torah, whether in the Written Law or in its interpretation received by tradition (Deut. 13:1) (CCN159). See Torah . Not to take away from the commandments of the Torah (Deut. 13:1) (CCN160). See Torah . That every person shall write a scroll of the Torah for himself (Deut. 31:19) (CCA15). See Torah . Signs and Symbols To circumcise the male offspring (Gen. 17:12; Lev. 12:3) (CCA47) See Brit Milah: Circumcision . To put tzitzit on the corners of clothing (Num. 15:38) (CCA10). See Tzitzit and Tallit . To bind tefillin on the head (Deut. 6:8) (CCA9). See Tefillin . To bind tefillin on the arm (Deut. 6:8) (CCA8). See Tefillin . To affix the mezuzah to the doorposts and gates of your house (Deut. 6:9) (CCA12). See Mezuzah . Prayer and Blessings To pray to G-d (Ex. 23:25; Deut. 6:13) (according to the Talmud , the word "serve" in these verses refers to prayer) (CCA7). See Prayers and Blessings ; Jewish Liturgy . To read the Shema in the morning and at night (Deut. 6:7) (CCA11). See Jewish Liturgy . To recite grace after meals (Deut. 8:10) (CCA13). See Birkat Ha-Mazon: Grace After Meals Not to lay down a stone for worship (Lev. 26:1) (CCN161). Love and Brotherhood To love all human beings who are of the covenant (Lev. 19:18) (CCA60). See Love and Brotherhood . Not to stand by idly when a human life is in danger (Lev. 19:16) (CCN82). See Love and Brotherhood . Not to wrong any one in speech (Lev. 25:17) (CCN48). See Speech and Lashon Ha-Ra . Not to carry tales (Lev. 19:16) (CCN77). See Speech and Lashon Ha-Ra . Not to cherish hatred in one's heart (Lev. 19:17) (CCN78). See Love and Brotherhood . Not to take revenge (Lev. 19:18) (CCN80). Not to bear a grudge (Lev. 19:18) (CCN81). Not to put any Jew to shame (Lev. 19:17) (CCN79). Not to curse any other Israelite (Lev. 19:14) (by implication: if you may not curse those who cannot hear, you certainly may not curse those who can) (CCN45). Not to give occasion to the simple-minded to stumble on t


Donwell Abbey is the home of George Knightly in which novel by Jane Austen?

George Knightley | The Jane Austen Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Emma Woodhouse George Knightley is a main character in Jane Austen's Emma . He is the older brother of John Knightley , and knows the Woodhouse family of Hartfield very closely. He is a wealthy landowner, whose seat is Donwell Abbey , a mile away from the village of Highbury and Hartfield estate. Character traits Edit A kind and compassionate person, Mr Knightley portrays good judgment, high moral character and maturity in contrast to Emma's adolescent personality. One incident which displays this is his disappointment when he sees Emma insult Miss Bates, a spinster of modest means. Mr. Knightley's later reprimand of Emma also demonstrates his affection and esteem for her as a friend. Another incident which shows his quality is his anger with Emma for persuading Harriet Smith to refuse Robert Martin's proposal of marriage, Martin being in Knightley's eyes an eminently suitable mate for Harriet. In the course of the story, Emma falls briefly in love with a young, handsome man named Frank Churchill. Mr. Knightley's jealousy is implied, and he makes several negative remarks about Churchill. It is later revealed that Mr. Knightley was afraid that Frank has had a negative influence on Emma. Frank Churchill's guardian—his aunt—dies, and he is now free to publicize his engagement to Jane Fairfax, which had been kept secret to avoid his aunt's disapproval. Emma is shocked, but realizes she had never really had romantic sentiments towards Frank Churchill. Nevertheless, she worries that Harriet has feelings for Frank, but soon discovers that Harriet has become infatuated with Mr. Knightley. Notes and references


The ‘Wisden Almanack’ relates to which sport?

Words on the Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack Words on the Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack Nothing captures the spirit of cricket quite like its 150-year-old annual Read next by: Matthew Engel England’s Andrew Flintoff consoles Australia’s Brett Lee during the memorable 2005 Ashes series The word “unique” has been devalued by its overuse in the media – by sports journalists in particular – along with many other words such as “tragedy”, “genius”, “brilliant”, “fury” and “refute”. Next week, however, is a landmark in the history of a truly unique sporting institution: Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack, founded in 1864, will be publishing its 150th edition. And few other organisations have worked harder to ensure that words such as “unique” are used only when appropriate. In the countries where cricket is important (and, since India is one of them, they include almost a third of the global population) the word “Wisden” conjures instant recognition. “He’s a walking Wisden,” one might say of someone crammed full of cricketing facts. “The Bible of cricket,” it is called to the point of cliché – to which one former editor would reply that maybe the Bible was the Wisden of religion. It is also described as infallible – frequently and erroneously. I know about its fallibility because I was that former editor – for 12 years, in two separate terms between 1993 and 2007 – and was associated with it for almost 20. Every one of the book’s mistakes was like a hammer-blow to me: we will come to the story of the “Wisden willie” later. However, the book does work exceptionally (perhaps uniquely) hard to eliminate errors, which is one factor in its reputation. The original 1864 edition of Wisden Only one factor, though. At first sight, Wisden is a dauntingly fat book (1,584 pages in 2013), full of stats and small type about a complicated sport. It began as a 112-page pocket book and, although two of the dimensions have remained stable, you need a very wide pocket to contain it now. Deep too: the original edition cost an old shilling (5p) and this year’s retails at £50 – an increase that is 12 times the rate of inflation. The original edition looks useless: the scores it reported were mostly ancient, and the pages were eked out with bizarre extraneous matter such as the lengths of canals, the rules of quoits and the battles of the Wars of the Roses. One might also say that the 2013 Wisden is useless, since the gamut of statistical information is available free of charge from other sources on the internet. All of which is to miss the point. For a start, Wisden has actually been a spectacular hedge against inflation. The record price for an entire set of originals is £130,000. An 1864 edition alone can go for up to £25,000. In the pink, 1886 The chief reason for Wisden’s endurance is that it kept appearing. No. 23 failed to emerge in 1886, but it popped out a year later, along with the 1887, so that the chain remained unbroken. At the time, it was just one of several competing Victorian cricket almanacks. Its rivals withered; Wisden never missed again, even in wartime, when the match reports were fewer but the obituary voluminous. It was founded by John Wisden, a small (five-foot-nothing) but very skilful bowler known as “The Little Wonder” who eked out his earnings from the game by opening a “cricket and cigar depot”. The almanack was just an adjunct to what became a successful sporting equipment business. He died in 1884, aged only 57 and heirless, which could have been an obvious cue for the book’s disappearance. The 1916 edition, with a tribute to WG Grace Rescue came in the shape of a young man called Charles Pardon, who took over as editor, salvaged the 1886 edition and began pepping up the contents. And though Charles died even more prematurely, aged 40 in 1890, he was succeeded by his younger brother Sydney, who was to remain editor for 35 years. The Pardons just had an instinct. They created a book that at once strove to be authoritative, accurate and complete, yet encompassed a discreet whiff of showbiz. In 1889 Charles published the first sepia p


In Greek mythology, who fired the arrow that hit Achilles in the heel?

Facts About Achilles In Greek Mythology Achilles, The Greek Hero written by: Noreen Gunnell            • edited by: SForsyth            • updated: 1/23/2012 The Greek hero Achilles is known from the tale of the Trojan War and his vulnerable heel. Learn all about the Greek Mythology of Achilles. slide 1 of 6 Hear the name Achilles and most people will think of Brad Pitt, the Trojan War, or someone's weakness, a.k.a. an "Achilles Heel." However, not everyone knows how his story fits into Greek Mythology. While it's counterintuitive to deem anything associated with mythology a fact, this study guide reviews most of the important facts about Achilles in Greek Mythology. Like many figures in Greek Mythology , Achilles story begins before he is even born. Achilles mother was a sea-nymph named Thetis whose beauty tempted the ever-philandering god Zeus. Having been warned by Prometheus that he would be dethroned by a child born to him and Thetis, Zeus forced Thetis to marry a mortal in order to remove the temptation. slide 2 of 6 Saved From Evil Fate Thetis and her husband, Peleus, had six children before Achilles. The first six were thrown into fire by their mother in an effort to burn out their mortality. The seventh child was saved from this fate by his father and eventually Thetis accepted the child and grew to love him. She called him Achilles and, wanting to protect him from his human frailty, took him to the River Styx which was believed to convey immortality. Thetis held him by his heel and submerged the infant Achilles. All but the heel she held were suffused with inordinate strength, hence, Achilles heel.   Achilles was educated by Chiron, a centaur who lived on Mt. Pelion and was revered for his wisdom. Achilles grew strong, handsome, and well versed in the strategies of war and peace. When the call came for Greece's greatest warriors to amass and avenge the taking of Melenaus's wife, Helen, by the Trojan Prince Paris, a fretful Thetis rushed her son off to the island of Skyros disguised as a girl. While hiding on Skyros, Achilles fathers a son with the king's daughter Deidameia. Eventually, Achilles whereabouts became unveiled and Odysseus weeded him out with a cunning ploy; he sent gifts of jewelry and trinkets to the women's lodgings that included armor and a sword. News of young woman practicing with the weapons brought emissaries to insist Achilles join the war. slide 3 of 6 The Trojan War The Iliad by Homer tells only a fraction of the story of the war. The war lasted nine years, while Homer's epic recounts events from only the last year. Achilles's tale begins much earlier when he joins the fleet of Greek warriors setting sail for the Trojan shores as commander of a feared force known as the Myrmidons of Thessaly. For much of the war, Achilles is at odds with Agamemnon, king of Mycenae and supreme commander of all the Greek forces. The heart of the dispute, just like that of the war itself, is a woman. During the course of the long war Briseis, a Trojan woman, was taken as booty and given to Achilles as a concubine and he cherished her for her beauty. Similarly, Agamemnon's mistress Chryseis, the daughter of a priest of Apollo, was taken in one of the cities of the Troad. After refusing a ransom demand from Chryseis's father, Apollo inflicted Agamemnon's troops with a plague. The seer Calchas advised Agamemnon to appease the god by returning the girl; he capitulated but his price was Briseis. An enraged Achilles conceded, as it was the supreme commander's right, but audibly vowed the Myrmidons would no longer fight for Agamemnon. slide 4 of 6 Immortal Interference Achilles recruited the aid of his mother who, in turn, went to Zeus. He caused Agamemnon to dream of victory by aggressively moving his army forward. Agamemnon tried this and was met by Hector, the brother of Paris. A fight between Paris and Menelaus was suggested. The two faced each other in the no-man's-land between the forces; Menelaus was winning until Aphrodite, who always favored Paris, surrounded the Trojan in a protective


‘I’ll Be There For You’ by The Rembrandts is the theme tune to which US tv comedy series?

THE REMBRANDTS LYRICS - I'll Be There For You (Theme From Friends) "I'll Be There For You (Theme From Friends)" lyrics THE REMBRANDTS LYRICS "I'll Be There For You (Theme From Friends)" So no one told you life was gonna be this way Your job's a joke, you're broke, your love life's D.O.A. It's like you're always stuck in second gear When it hasn't been your day, your week, your month, or even your year, but I'll be there for you (When the rain starts to pour) I'll be there for you (Like I've been there before) I'll be there for you ('Cause you're there for me too) You're still in bed at ten and work began at eight You've burned your breakfast, so far things are going great Your mother warned you there'd be days like these But she didn't tell you when the world has brought you down to your knees that I'll be there for you (When the rain starts to pour) I'll be there for you (Like I've been there before) I'll be there for you ('Cause you're there for me too) No one could ever know me No one could ever see me Seems you're the only one who knows what it's like to be me Someone to face the day with, make it through all the rest with Someone I'll always laugh with Even at my worst, I'm best with you, yeah! It's like you're always stuck in second gear When it hasn't been your day, your week, your month, or even your year I'll be there for you (When the rain starts to pour) I'll be there for you (Like I've been there before) I'll be there for you ('Cause you're there for me too) I'll be there for you (When the rain starts to pour) I'll be there for you (Like I've been there before) I'll be there for you ('Cause you're there for me too)


Which British politician wrote the 1880 novel ‘Endymion’?

Endymion - Benjamin Disraeli - Google Books Benjamin Disraeli 0 Reviews https://books.google.com/books/about/Endymion.html?id=aS2QXxCuPkcC Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, KG, PC (21 December 1804 - 19 April 1881) was an English statesman and literary figure. He served in government for three decades, twice as Prime Minister - the first and thus far only person of Jewish descent to do so, although Disraeli was baptised in the Anglican Church at an early age. Disraeli's most lasting achievement was the creation of the modern Conservative Party after the Corn Laws schism of 1846. Although a major figure in the protectionist wing of the Conservative Party after 1846, Disraeli's relations with the other leading figures in the party, particularly Lord Derby, the overall leader, were often strained. Not until the 1860s would Derby and Disraeli be on easy terms, and the latter's succession of the former assured. From 1852 onwards Disraeli's career would also be marked by his often intense rivalry with William Ewart Gladstone, who eventually rose to become leader of the Liberal Party. In this duel, Disraeli was aided by his warm friendship with Queen Victoria, who came to detest Gladstone during the latter's first premiership in the 1870s. In 1876 Disraeli was raised to the peerage as the Earl of Beaconsfield, capping nearly four decades in the House of Commons. He died in 1881. Before and during his political career Disraeli was well-known as a literary and social figure, although his novels are not generally regarded as belonging to the first rank of Victorian literature. He mainly wrote romances, of which Sibyl and Vivian Grey are perhaps the best-known today. He was and is unusual among British Prime Ministers for having gained equal social and political renown.


Which company’s name is short for Durability, Reliability and Excellence?

New chapter in the 81-year history of Durex - BBC News New chapter in the 81-year history of Durex By Will Smale News reporter, BBC News 21 July 2010 Close share panel Image caption All of Durex's condoms are now made in Asia For adults looking to earn some extra money, there was a job advertisment last year that may have tickled their fancy: tester for Durex condoms. Durex said it would pay 5,000 people across the UK £500 to help evaluate its latest range of products. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the unusual job offer made a few headlines. For a brand that for 81 years has been the best-selling condom in the UK, it was just the latest example of its skill at self-promotion. But now Durex is in the news for strictly business reasons, with the annoucement that its owner - UK group SSL International - has agreed to be bought by Anglo-Dutch consumer goods company Reckitt Benckiser for £2.54bn. With SSL's shareholders widely expected to back the deal, Reckitt says Durex will be added to its so-called "powerbrand" group of best-selling products, which includes Vanish stain remover and Finish dishwasher tablets. Ignoring the temptation to speculate whether doing domestic cleaning can have an aphrodisiac effect, it is the latest development in Durex's colourful history. 'Durable, reliable' Durex's origins go back to 1915 when the London Rubber Company was formed to sell imported condoms and barber supplies. Image caption Durex remains the world's biggest selling condom brand, with a market share of 30% Condom production eventually started in the UK, and the brand name Durex was born in 1929, standing for "durability, reliability and excellence". And soon Durex advertisements were a regular sight across the country. Despite some opposition to the product in question, the company was greatly helped by the Church of England ruling in 1930 that birth control could be used by married couples. At the forefront of advancements in condom manufacturing, Durex dipped its condoms in water to test for breakages, and extended this in 1953 by introducing electronic testing. Fast forward to 1969 and it introduced the world's first anatomically shaped condom, while in 1974 it produced the first to be spermicidally lubricated. Fraud scandal However, it was the 1980s, and public awareness of HIV/Aids that brought Durex and other condom manufacturers to much greater prominence, as people became more aware of the dangers of unprotected sex. Image caption Durex is a long-established brand name in many countries This was also the time that supermarkets started to sell condoms, and vending machines were installed in pub toilets. With sales booming, London Rubber Company floated on the stock exchange in 1985, when it changed its name to London International. SSL International was formed in 1999 when London International merged with Seton Scholl Healthcare, the maker of Scholl footcare products. Yet while Durex was by now the world's best-selling condom brand, SSL faced financial difficulties in its early years, sparked by a fraud scandal in 2001. This resulted in an investigation by the Serious Fraud Office, and six people faced criminal charges. The charges were ultimately dismissed, but not before SSL had to issue a number of profit warnings, and saw its share price fall to all-time lows. 'Good fit' The London-based company has since recovered, with global sales of Durex continuing to rise as it targets China and other developing countries. Today, Durex remains the world's best-selling condom brand, with 30% of the branded market. However, all production now takes place in China, India and Thailand, with its last remaining UK condom factory ceasing manufacturing in 2007. With SSL and Durex now about to pass to Reckitt Benckiser, financial analyst Damian McNeela of Panmure Gordon told the BBC the deal was "a good fit". "SSL is getting a good price, and it makes an excellent strategic fit for Reckitt," he says. "One of the main attractions for Reckitt is SSL's big exposure to overseas markets. "I can't see anyone else coming in to better Reckitt's offer, w


Which writer had a pet cat called Caterina, that was the inspiration for his story ‘The Black Cat’?

CatStuff: A Few Famous Cat Lovers A FEW FAMOUS CAT LOVERS This article researched and compiled by Glenda Moore. Please do not redistribute this article. A-C Cleveland Amory (1917-1998)  Author and animal rights promoter Amory devoted his life to promoting animal rights.  He was best known for his books about his cat Polar Bear, whom he rescued from New York streets on Christmas Eve, 1977.  Amory co-founded the Humane Society of the United States and founded the Fund for Animals. He was also the president of NEAVS (New England Anti Vivisection Society) from 1987 to 1998. Ian Anderson (1947- ) Musician Ian, of the classic rock band Jethro Tull, is a cat lover.  A page on the official Jethro Tull webpage is dedicated to his writings about cats. Marie Antoinette (1755-1793) Archduchess of Austria and the Queen of France and Navarre King Louis XVI and wife, Marie Antoinette, allowed their Angora cats to roam about the tables during court gatherings. Legend has it that six of her beloved white Angora cats arrived by ship in Maine, USA in the ship she had intended for her escape during the French revolution. Pope Benedict XVI (born Joseph Alois Ratzinger, 1927- ) Reigning head of the Roman Catholic Church and sovereign of Vatican City State His cat Chico, a black-and-white domestic short hair, continues to live at the pope’s home in Tübingen, Germany (pets are not allowed in the Vatican). Cardinal Roger Mahony, archbishop of Los Angeles, who was in Rome for the pope’s inauguration, says “The street talk that the pope loves cats is incorrect. The pope adores cats.” (no image Sultan El Daher Beybars, who was devoted to cats, bequeathed a garden known as Gheyt-el-Quoltah (the cats' orchard) near his mosque in Cairo for the support of homeless cats. The tradition continues to this day. At the time of afternoon prayer each day, meat is brought into the center of the garden, and cats from all over the city come for their share. Alexander Borodin (1833-1887)  Russian classical composer and chemist Borodin had many cats, one of which - Ryborov - learned to fish through holes in the ice in winter.  ('Ryborov' means 'fisherman'.) Charlotte Bronte (1816-1855); Emily Bronte (1818-1848); Anne Bronte (1820-1849) Authors The three sisters were well-known as cat lovers.  Their novels and poetry often showed their relationships with their felines. Charlotte and Anne often referred to their cats in their diaries. George Burns (1896-1996) American comedian, actor, and producer George Burns called his cat "Willie," reportedly because "when you tell the cat what to do, there's always a question of will he or won't he." Lord George Byron (1788-1824) Poet An lifelong friend, Poet Percy Shelley, once commented that Byron's "eight enormous dogs, three monkeys, five cats, an eagle, a crow, ... a falcon, five peacocks, two guinea hens, and an Egyptian crane; and all these, except the horses, walk about the house ..." Raymond Chandler (1888-1959) Author (Phillip Marlowe private eye novels) Chandler talked to his black Persian, Taki, as though she was human and called her his secretary because she sat on his manuscripts as he tried to revise them.  He stated, "A cat never behaves as if you were the only bright spot in an otherwise clouded existence...this is another way of saying that a cat is not a sentimentalist, which does not mean that it has no affection." Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965) British politician (notably, UK prime minister during World War II) Churchill's marmalade cat Jock slept with his master, shared his dining table, and attended numerous war-time Cabinet meetings. If Jock was late for meals, Churchill would send servants to find him, waiting to eat til the cat was present. Jock was said to have been with his master when he died. Churchill also had a cat, Nelson, named after the famous British admiral. Jean Maurice Eugène Clément Cocteau (1889–1963)  French poet, novelist, dramatist, designer, boxing manager and filmmaker Cocteau is best known for his 1929 novel Les enfants terribles, the 1929 play Les parents terribles, and the 1946


In the US tv series ‘Seinfeld’, there is supposedly a reference to which comic-book hero in every episode?

Seinfeld Episode Guide Seinfeld Episode Guide 1. The Seinfeld Chronicles gs: Lee Garlington (Claire) Pamela Brull (Laura) A girl Jerry met on the road wants to stay with him when she comes to New York. George thinks that she is just using Jerry as contingency plan. Hoffman (Kramer) comes by to borrow a couple of pieces of meat. The girl calls and asks Jerry if she can stay at his apartment for the night, when she arrives she asks to stay for another night. Jerry is disappointed when everything is going his way until he finds out she is engaged. b: 05-Jul-89 pc: 101 w: Larry David & Jerry Seinfeld d: Art Wolff NOTE: In this episode, Jerry refers to Kramer as Kessler, because we later learn in "The Betrayal" this was the name on the buzzer for Kramer's apartment. This also discounts the fact that Kramer has sublet the apartment from Paul Buchman from Mad About You in an episode of that series that aired after "The Virgin." I suppose that Buchman could have sublet the apartment to someone named Kessler before Kramer had moved in. As strange as Kramer can be, perhaps he thought it best to not let anyone know he lived there and never changed the name. In the first scene of this episode, Jerry comments George about the button on his shirt. He repeats this same comment in the last scene of the last episode! [Editor's Note: Yes, as I mention in the description of the final episode.] In this episode, the coffee shop Jerry and George go to is not Monk's. The exterior shot reads "Pete's". In the TV Guide entry for this episode, his character is credited as Hoffman. I assume that this is the way it appeared in the script somewhere along the way. There were probably a number of name changes for this character, while Kenny Kramer was deciding whether or not his name could be used. In this episode, Kramer/Kessler's apartment door is not there. In its place is a picture. Also, Kramer/Kessler has a dog in this episode. Even in the pilot episode, there is a Superman reference. When Jerry sits down to watch TV, he is wearing a bright blue pair of sweat pants, and a bright red sweatshirt. Didn't Kramer/Kessler also knock on Jerry's door in this episode? Check out Jerry's apartment in this episode! It's WAY different then it is in the other episodes! The walls are yellow, the kitchen cabinets are brown and are EMPTY! In the other episodes, the walls and cabinets are blue and the cabinets are filled with kitchen stuff. Another thing I should point out is Jerry has NO bedroom! In this episode all we see is a living room and a bathroom. In the other shows, Jerry has a bedroom and that and the bathroom are connected by a hallway which was also not present in the first episode. (Brandon) 2. The Stakeout gs: Lynn Clark (Vanessa) Phil Bruns (Morty Seinfeld) Liz Sheridan (Helen Seinfeld) Maud Winchester (Pamela) William Fair (Roger) Ron Steelman (Artie Levine) Joe George (Uncle Mac) Ellen Gerstein (Carol) Janet Rotblatt (Woman) Elaine brings Jerry to a birthday party where he meets a woman who fascinates him. Jerry doesn't know her name and wants to meet her again, so on some advice from his father, he and George stakeout the lobby of the building she works in. b: 31-May-90 pc: 103 w: Larry David & Jerry Seinfeld d: Tom Cherones NOTE: When this episode is shown in syndication, Phil Bruns still plays Jerry's dad (a role later assumed by Barney Martin). This is unlike George's dad, who was played by one actor, replaced by Jerry Stiller, and footage was re-shot with Jerry taking over the original dad's part in "The Handicap Spot". Viewer Mike Greenhaus reminds me that this is the first episode that George uses the name Art Vandelay. The name of Vandelay would be used again in "The Boyfriend" and many other episodes. Another viewer, Jeremy DeMai, also notes that George first mentions his fetish for wanting to be an architect. Viewer Ross Raniere remembers that when this episode was rerun on NBC, Jerry and Julia come on in a bumper before the show started. Jerry mentions how many episodes they've done so far, with Julia sitting next to him on the set's c


Which US singer/guitarist was on the ‘Winter Dance Tour’ when he was killed in a plane crash along with Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper?

The Story of Rock's First Tragedy: Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper Killed in Plane Crash REDDIT Hulton Archive, Getty Images Rock ‘n’ roll was still in its infancy when it suffered its first tragedy. On Feb. 3, 1959, three of its biggest stars — Buddy Holly , Ritchie Valens and J.P. Richardson, known as the Big Bopper — were killed in a plane crash near Clear Lake, Iowa. The three acts, along with Dion and the Belmonts, were on a package tour called the Winter Dance Party, which was to play 24 Midwestern cities in as many days. But the bus’ heating system was ill-equipped and broke down a few days later, which caused some musicians to catch the flu and Holly’s drummer Carl Bunch to be hospitalized for frostbite. By the time they reached the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake on Feb. 2, about a week and a half into the tour, Holly, after the show, decided to charter a plane from nearby Mason City to Fargo, N.D., just across the state line from their next gig in Moorhead, Minn. As a bonus, Holly would be able to do his laundry, which had been neglected since the tour began. The plane, a Beechwood Bonanza, had room for only three passengers — Holly and his band — and the pilot, Roger Peterson. Holly’s bass player, future country legend Waylon Jennings , gave up his seat to Richardson, who was ill. According to Jennings’ autobiography, Holly teased his bass player by saying, “Well, I hope your ol’ bus freezes up.” To which Jennings responded, “Well, I hope your ol’ plane crashes.” There are conflicting stories as to how Valens wound up in the third seat. Tommy Allsup, Holly’s guitarist, claimed that he lost a coin flip to Valens in the dressing room. In 2010, Dion DiMucci, who had been silent about that night for 51 years, claimed that he, not Allsup, was slated for the third seat because he was one of the headliners. But after winning the coin toss, he balked at paying $36 for the flight — the amount his parents paid in monthly rent for the apartment where he grew up — and gave Valens the seat. Local DJ Bob Hale, who was the MC for the concert, agrees that it was between Allsup and Valens, but that he, not Allsup, flipped the coin. Regardless of the contradictions, around 12:55AM on Feb. 3, the plane carrying Holly, Richardson and Valens took off in a snowstorm with strong winds. But the plane traveled only a few miles before crashing, killing all four men instantly. The federal investigation ruled that even though the weather played a large role in the accident, the 21-year-old Peterson was too inexperienced to have been flying in such conditions. In addition, he had most likely misread the altitude indicator, which was different than the one on which he had trained, and inadvertently brought the plane down instead of up. At the time, Holly’s wife of six months, Maria Elena, was two weeks pregnant. The day after the crash, she suffered a miscarriage from the emotional trauma. In March 1980, a long-missing piece of the plane crash was discovered. Holly’s signature black-rimmed glasses had landed in a snow bank and were discovered in the spring of 1959, after the snow melted. They were brought to the Cerro Gordo County Sheriff’s office, sealed in a manila envelope and forgotten about for 21 years. Upon discovery, the glasses were returned to his widow and are currently on permanent display at the Buddy Holly Center in his hometown of Lubbock, Texas. Rockers Who Died at Age 27 Image of


At which English racecourse was the Derby run during World War II?

History of horse racing | Racing UK Apply Now Thursday 16 Feb Ascot Apply Now Saturday 18 Feb Wetherby Apply Now Tuesday 21 Feb Ludlow Apply Now Wednesday 22 Feb Huntingdon Apply Now Thursday 23 Feb Catterick Apply Now Tuesday 28 Feb Exeter Apply Now Tuesday 7 Mar Kempton Park Apply Now Saturday 18 Mar History of horse racing The history of organised, modern horse racing in Britain dates back to the 17th century. Prior to this date, evidence of the origins of horseracing is sketchy. There are records of horseracing during Roman times, and in the 12th century, racing is known to have taken place on public holidays at Smithfield in London, and at Chester, where records exist of Shrove Tuesday races. Horse racing first came under royal patronage during the reign of James I, when the monarch had a royal palace built near Newmarket - then an obscure village. Members of the Royal Court, who had developed a passion for horse racing in Scotland, helped to establish Newmarket as the home of organised horseracing in Britain. Public races were soon set up all over England. Many of the events were held at Bell Courses. They got this name because the prize for most races was usually a silver bell. King Charles I and Charles II maintained horse racing's royal patronage, and the royal association with Newmarket also continued. Charles II was perhaps the most enthusiastic racing royal. He competed in races himself, and founded a series of races known as Royal Plates. His connection with Newmarket survives to this day, because the Rowley Mile course near the town is derived from his nickname of Old Rowley - in turn after the name of his favourite hack. As horse racing became all the rage thanks to its royal connections, the breeding of racehorses developed very rapidly too. This was mainly thanks to the import of Arabian stallions, with which British mares were bred to create the forefathers of the Thoroughbred racehorses we see racing today. Around the middle of the 18th century, horse racing became the first regulated sport in Britain, thanks to the formation of the Jockey Club. Before this time, most horseraces took the format of match races (contested by just two horses), run over much longer distances then Flat racing today. Gradually, the emphasis on stamina was replaced by racing younger horses over shorter distances. The late 18th century saw the establishment of the Classic races which are still run today. The St Leger, the Oaks and the Derby were all founded between 1776 and 1780. The arrival of better transport links and other technological innovations in the 19th century led to horse racing becoming a sport watched by millions of people each year. Leading newspapers began to give horse racing far more coverage, and there was a marked increase in the volume of betting on races. The arrival of professional on-course bookmakers into the sport brought with it different challenges. The Jockey Club reacted by establishing high standards of order, discipline and integrity to ensure the sport continued to prosper. In the 20th century, horse racing was one of the only sports to continue during both world wars, albeit on a very limited scale. After World War Two, racecourses benefited from the introduction of many technical innovations, such as the photo finish (first used in 1947) and starting stalls for Flat races (1965). In 1961, betting away from racecourses became legalised, and the high street betting shop was born - dramatically increasing the volume of betting turnover. The arrival of the mass medium of television in the 1950s and 60s put the sport into the nation's living rooms, as horse racing became a regularly televised sport. Even today, horse racing is the second most widely televised sport after football. Thanks to www.britishhorseracing.com for this article


What is the name of the land where ‘Puff the Magic Dragon’ lived?

Puff, The Magic Dragon Lyrics - Peter, Paul & Mary Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honali Little Jackie Paper loved that rascal Puff And brought him strings and sealing wax and other fancy stuff Oh, Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honali Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honali Together they would travel on a boat with billowed sail Jackie kept a lookout perched on Puff's gigantic tail Noble kings and princes would bow whene'er they came Pirate ships would lower their flags when Puff roared out his name Oh, Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honali Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honali A dragon lives forever, but not so little boys Painted wings and giant's rings make way for other toys One gray night it happened, Jackie Paper came no more And Puff, that mighty dragon, he ceased his fearless roar His head was bent in sorrow, green scales fell like rain Puff no longer went to play along the cherry lane Without his lifelong friend, Puff could not be brave So Puff, that mighty dragon, sadly slipped into his cave Oh, Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honali Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honali


Shami Chakrabati became the director of which British pressure group in 2003?

Shami Chakrabarti: 'Liberty is about more than just one woman' | The Independent Profiles Shami Chakrabarti: 'Liberty is about more than just one woman' Monday Interview: The director of Liberty is as passionate – and optimistic – as the day she took up her job. Robert Chesshyre meets her Sunday 5 June 2011 23:00 BST Click to follow The Independent Online It had been six years since I last sat face-to-face with Shami Chakrabarti, the director of Liberty, the civil rights pressure group. The venue was unchanged: her bunker-like office in Southwark, from where she has conducted one of the highest profile lobbying campaigns of the past decade. She will be 42 next week, and might politely be referred to now as a mature woman, no longer the firebrand who captured our television screens in the mid-Noughties. Articulate, impassioned and committed, she ran rings round the staid politicians, hobbled by their platitudes and handcuffed by party lines, who shared studios with her. And she blew away the kneejerk, rent-a-gob image from which Liberty (formerly the National Council for Civil Liberties) once suffered. When I started in journalism, a reporter could write the NCCL quotes before lifting the phone. Six years ago, I had feared that Chakrabarti might pitch forward out of her chair, so impassioned was she by the issues. The fire still burns, but her delivery is more measured. She is, after all, the wife of a City lawyer, mother of a nine-year-old son, chancellor of Oxford Brookes University, a governor of the London School of Economics (her alma mater), and the recipient of a CBE. Chakrabarti, who wears a green trouser suit, replacing the velvet jackets that were once her uniform, will move offices from her Southwark bunker to a converted music hall in Westminster. Liberty is growing; membership since Chakrabarti took charge eight years ago, has swollen from 7,000 to 11,000; its annual turnover has grown from £1m to £1.5m; its staff from 20 to 25; and its influence has flourished. Soon Chakrabarti is listing the policy successes of her time in office. "We have defeated proposals to lock people up for 42 days without charge; halted ID cards; had important victories on issues like stop-and-search. We are not alone, but, without sounding arrogant, we have led the field because we have been prepared to say difficult things before they became popular, and have won important arguments with reason, evidence and alternative ideas. "We have persuaded people from a broader spectrum of life and politics that our concerns should be their concerns. People are more alive to the importance of rights and freedoms than they were." However, and it is a huge "however", the failure to educate people to the universal nature of human rights and the manipulation of the "war on terror" have allowed politicians to concoct populist rows; denigrate independent judges (here and in Strasbourg) as "unelected"; attack the Human Rights Act as a pernicious protection for the undeserving; and throw a xenophobic blanket over the right to rights – "our" rights (good) versus "their" rights (usually bad). "When you explain the Human Rights Act, people are very supportive. But in the absence of effective education, it is easy for politicians and commentators to denigrate it. It is a quite wonderful piece of legislation that allows British judges to adjudicate on the basis of post-war human rights principles. But, the way things are going, it is possible that in the next few years the nation will be swindled out of their modern Bill of Rights." She blames the current mood on the wash created by the "worst excesses of war on terror" – in the US in particular – which gave rise to the idea that you take care of your own people at the expense of others. "People forget how interconnected the world is: we are all foreigners somewhere." It is the independent element in any constitution that guarantees people protection against tyranny. Chakrabarti says: "I am so surprised by the attack on judges for being unelected. Elsewhere we have seen governments come to pow


The Cenotaph is situated in which London street?

Cenotaph London | Nearby hotels, shops and restaurants | LondonTown.com Images Standing solemnly in the middle of Whitehall, visitors could be forgiven for passing the Cenotaph by unnoticed. But every November it becomes the focus of Britain's Remembrance Service (the closest Sunday to 11th November). The service commemorates the British Empire and Commonwealth servicemen who died in the two World Wars. The monarch, representatives of the Church, State, the armed and auxiliary forces, all gather to pay respect to those who lost their lives defending the freedom of others. Hymns are sung, prayers are said, and the two-minute silence is observed. Wreaths of poppies are then laid on the steps of the Cenotaph. The monument was originally built of wood and plaster for the first anniversary of the Armistice in 1919. The memorial you see today was designed by Edward Lutyens, it was created from Portland Stone and was unveiled one year later in 1920. The inscription simply reads "The Glorious Dead". ï¿½


Murder on the Calais Coach’ was the US title of which novel?

SparkNotes: Murder on the Orient Express: Key Facts Murder on the Orient Express Agatha Christie Study Questions and Suggested Essay Topics full title · Murder on the Orient Express or Murder on the Calais Coach author · Agatha Christie time and place written · 1925–1933, England date of first publication · 1933 publisher · Berkley Books narrator · Anonymous point of view · The narrator speaks in the third person, focusing on the thoughts and actions of Poirot. The narrator is fairly objective in her observations, but the text is peppered with juicy, subjective details of each character. All observations seem to be consistent with Poirot, what the narrator thinks is the same as Poirot. There is one instance that first person is used. In Chapter 3, Part three, there is a brief moment where the reader is privy to the comical thoughts of M.Bouc and Dr.Constantine. tone · The narrator is amused by the passengers aboard the Orient Express and seems to take pleasure in describing their predicament. tense · Present setting (time) · Winter, 1925–1933 setting (place) · The setting is first aboard a train headed to Stamboul, then Stamboul and then on a train from Stamboul to London, the Orient Express. protagonist · Hercule Poirot major conflict · A man is murdered aboard a train headed to London from Stamboul called the Orient Express. The morning after, the train gets stuck in the snow and it is up to Hercule Poirot to figure out which passenger was the murderer. rising action · Hercule Poirot goes to Stamboul and must return to London on business, he rides the Orient Express back to London, the train stops in a snow bank climax · Ratchett is murdered falling action · Poirot is asked to launch an investigation of passengers on the train; he interviews passengers, makes observations, and propounds two solutions. themes · The Justice of a Jury, The Insufficency of Law, The Morality of Murder motifs · Class, Americans, Identity symbols · Ratchett, Daisy, Food foreshadowing · Conversation overheard by Poirot between Mary Debenham and Colonel Arbuthnot on the way to Stamboul, Ratchett tells Poirot someone is going to murder him, Princess Dragomiroff tells Poirot her arms are not strong and looks at her arms.


Square, Irish and Line all are types of which activity?

Irish Dancing - Social and Competitive Irish Dancing By Treva Bedinghaus Updated December 20, 2015. Originating in Ireland, Irish dancing is a traditional dance form that includes both social and performance opportunities. It encompasses wide variety of styles for solo, pair, and group dances . Many people think of step dancing, such as that associated with the popular Riverdance, when they think of Irish dancing. However, this type of dancing includes many dances and variations of these dances that can be enjoyed and mastered beginning at a very young age. Social Irish Dancing Social Irish dancing can be divided into two styles, céilí and set dancing. Irish set dances are danced by four couples, or quadrilles, in a square formation. Céilí dances are danced by groups of dancers consisting of two to 16 members in various formations, or ceili. Social Irish dancing is extremely traditional, with variations of the dances found throughout the Irish dance communities. Performance Irish Dancing Traditionally referred to as "stepdance," performance Irish dancing became popular in 1994 with the creation of the world-famous show " Riverdance ." Performance Irish dancing is recognized by rapid leg movements accompanied by stationary upper bodies and arms. continue reading below our video 5 Home Accents & Accessories You Can DIY In competition, most performance stepdances are danced solo, characterized by a controlled upper body, straight arms, and precise movements of the feet. Performance Irish dancing can be performed in either soft shoes or hard shoes. Sean-nos Irish Dancing Traditional solo Irish dancing is commonly referred to as Sean-nos. Closely related to casual Irish stepdancing, Sean-nos is recognized by extremely low to the ground footwork, free arm movements, and battering steps that accompany the accented beats of the music. Sean-nos is usually danced by only one person, but can be danced in pairs or small groups. However, being a freeform dance style, there is no physical contact between the dancers and no set chareography or routines to follow. Ceili Irish Dancing Ceili Irish dancing is a popular form of folk dancing in Ireland. The term "ceili" refers to a social gathering featuring Irish music and dancing. Ceili Irish dancing can be performed in lines facing each other, circular formations, long line formations and quadrilles. A ceili dance may be performed with only two people, or as many as 16. Ceili Irish dancing closely resembles Irish stepdancing, with dancers performing on their toes. Unlike square dancing , ceili dances are generally not called by a caller. Irish Stepdancing Made popular by the world-famous show "Riverdance," Irish stepdancing is characterized by a stiff upper body and quick, precise movements of the feet. Stepdance competitions are very popular throughout the world. Most competitive stepdances are solo dances, but many stepdancers perform and compete in large or small groups. Solo Irish stepdances can be divided depending on the type of shoe worn: hard shoe and soft shoe dances. Irish stepdances include reels, slip jigs, hornpipes, and jigs. Traditional Irish costumes are worn by both social and competitive stepdancers.


A ‘Flying Mare’ is a term used in which sport?

Flying mare - definition of flying mare by The Free Dictionary Flying mare - definition of flying mare by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/flying+mare Also found in: Thesaurus , Wikipedia . flying mare n. A wrestling throw in which one grabs one's opponent's wrist, turns one's back to the opponent, and flips the opponent over one's shoulder onto the ground. flying mare n (Wrestling) a wrestling throw in which a wrestler seizes his opponent's arm or head (flying head mare) and turns to throw him over his shoulder fly′ing mare′ n. a method of attack in which a wrestler grasps the opponent's wrist, turns in the opposite direction, and throws the opponent over the shoulder and down. [1745–55]


what is the square root of 196... - Brainly.com This Is a Certified Answer × Certified answers contain reliable, trustworthy information vouched for by a hand-picked team of experts. Brainly has millions of high quality answers, all of them carefully moderated by our most trusted community members, but certified answers are the finest of the finest. The answer would be 14 because 14 times 14 = 196. Square roots are numbers that can multiply itself to equal a number.


Sania Ramel Airport is in which North African country?

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‘The Dong With a Luminous Nose’ was written by which poet?

The Dong with the Luminous Nose by Edward Lear: Animated Poem - YouTube The Dong with the Luminous Nose by Edward Lear: Animated Poem 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. The interactive transcript could not be loaded. Loading... Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Published on May 23, 2015 Something a bit different! I have spent a long time on this one, not everything turned out as smoothly as I wanted but I'm definitely improving. This is based around a poem written by Edward Lear and is one that my parents used to read to me as a child. I decided to use this as an opportunity to practice animating a character whilst considering their personality to help me create my own. My next few animations are going to be shorter with focuses on different styles and ideas to help me improve my animating skills, I may also do videos containing lots of short and maybe connected animations. I've got lots of ideas so more cartoon style stuff will be on its way soon. Category


Which mobile phone company has the motto ‘Connecting people’?

Business Slogan 35: Connecting People | Versa Creations Marketing & Advertising Blog Business Slogan 35: Connecting People A carefully crafted business slogan speaks volumes of it’s brand value and promise, successfully. Before you click on the commercial, guess who used this famous 2-word slogan? The first time I saw Nokia’s ad with it’s new slogan, “Connecting People”, I sucked in my breath. Just 2 simple words but so much is being said in these two words written by Ove Strandberg in 1992. Nokia is all about mobile phones. However, with the aptly worded slogan “Connecting People”, the brand is telling us it is not merely selling a commodity called mobile phone. Nokia positioned itself as a bridge to close the distance between people. We can reach out to those who matter to us. A phone call is all it takes to communicate love, care, warmth, respect, longing and pining. A phone call is all it takes to dissolve any doubts, suspicions, quarrels and disputes. No matter where you are, you can solve problems and find solutions by reaching out to the people you need to connect with. The product is the means to an end. We want money not because of money itself but for the many, many pleasures we can get in return. This is exactly what Nokia is doing. The slogan is telling us Nokia is connected to us, and we are connected to other people because of the wonders of the Nokia phone. Nokia connects people across barriers and over distances. All these are achieved very elegantly and subtly in 2 simple words. A masterly stroke. In May 2007, Nokia defined its new values for the company. Based on employee suggestions, the new values were defined as: Engaging You, Achieving Together, Passion for Innovation and Very Human. They are perfectly in line with the “Connecting People” slogan. If you had clicked on the television commercial, you’ll see how Nokia connects people beautifully and romantically with “Will You Marry Me”. The emotions will probably make you feel closer and more connected with the brand, especially if you are in the courtship age or mood. Check out more such slogans filed under “Famous Business Slogans” category. Learn from these world renowned establishments and see how you can create your own personal or corporate persona. Alternatively, I’m just an email away. Read Related Post


On which river is the German town of Meissen, famous for its porcelain?

Meissen - definition of Meissen by The Free Dictionary Meissen - definition of Meissen by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/Meissen Also found in: Encyclopedia , Wikipedia . Meis·sen 1  (mī′sən) A city of east-central Germany on the Elbe River northwest of Dresden. Its porcelain industry dates to the early 1700s. Meis·sen 2 A delicate porcelain ware originally made in Meissen, Germany. Meissen (German ˈmaisən) n (Placename) a town in E Germany, in Saxony, in Dresden district on the River Elbe: famous for its porcelain (Dresden china), first made here in 1710. Pop: 28 640 (2003 est) Meis•sen n. a city in E central Germany on the Elbe River. 38,137. 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: Dresden china References in periodicals archive ? The author takes us to many places on his journey to find the sources of white clay: to the hagglers, neon lights, and noodle shops of Jingdezhen, the domes and spires of Dresden, Johann Friedrich Bottger's prison in Meissen, the hills of Cornwall, a Walmart in the Appalachians--and the porcelain factory of Dachau. Potter's progress: Anne Gerritsen follows Edmund de Waal as he goes in search of the history of porcelain bronze of the dying Gaul, pair of 19th Century bronze Marley horses, vintage garden furniture, 19th Century Tiffany clock, 19th Century German Rococo porcelain clock, 19th Century gilt bronze clock and candelabra, vintage chandeliers from a John Staub mansion, 19th Century Baccarat five light candelabra, Meissen dessert set, 17th & 18th Century Spanish furnishings, Oriental rugs, Estate jewelry and much more. Itinerary - Dresden, Germany Furthermore, the sculptured lighting by designer Michael Anastassiades compliments the Louis XVI furniture and Meissen and Sevres porcelain, which were once part of the elegant apartment of cosmopolitan Anastasios Leventis in the prestigious Avenue Foch residential boulevard in the XVIe arrondissement of Paris. Leventis Gallery to open in Cyprus with over 800 works of art It is rare to encounter an author who can compare the works of Shakespeare with those of Goethe or Schiller, but it is an even rarer occurrence when the author compares the Bard to Meissen porcelain and aspects of German architecture after 1750.


Which English football team play their home games at Old Trafford?

Teams still don't like to play at Old Trafford, says Marouane Fellaini | Squawka News | News Posted on April 20, 2016 Marouane Fellaini is of the opinion that teams still “don’t like to play” at Old Trafford, despite the claims that  Manchester United  have lost their fear factor recently. The Red Devils have lost just two Premier League home games this season, with the last defeat coming back in January against Southampton. Since then, they’ve won their last four on the bounce at the Theatre of Dreams, as Louis van Gaal’s men look to keep up their top four challenge. United beat Aston Villa 1-0 last time out to keep the pressure on the likes of Arsenal and Manchester City, but their inconsistency has been the one real stumbling block in mounting a challenge for loftier goals, which has seen Van Gaal come under intense pressure. However Fellaini believes that the fans are still with the team, and that could prove vital in the final run-in. How Man Utd should line up vs. Crystal Palace SEE GALLERY “A lot of teams don’t like to play at Old Trafford; it’s a difficult place to come to and our supporters are always with us,” the Belgian international told the club’s official website  ahead of tonight’s home clash with Crystal Palace. “We have to make that count and make sure we perform. “[Palace] are a good team and they have a lot of quality in attack. We have to be ready for that and also play on the front foot because we’re at home. It’s a good test for us before the big game on Saturday.” Fellaini, like his manager, has been subject to heavy criticism this season, with his place in the side questioned by many United fans. The 28-year-old has scored one goal and created nine chances in 16 Premier League appearances, winning 44% of his average duels and with an average pass accuracy of 83%. Marouane Fellaini’s average duels in the Premier League this season. United sit fifth on 56 points following their win at the weekend, four adrift of Arsenal in fourth and five behind City in third with just five games remaining. After tonight’s clash with Palace, who drew 1-1 at the Emirates last time out, Van Gaal’s men take on Everton in their FA Cup semi-final at Wembley on Saturday, looking to take another step towards winning their first piece of silverware since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement.


Rashin-Coatie is the Scottish version of which fairy tale?

Rashin Coatie (Scottish Version of Cinderella) | George Scott Douglas Fairytalez.com » George Scott Douglas » Rashin Coatie (Scottish Version of Cinderella) Rashin Coatie (Scottish Version of Cinderella) A A A Once, a long time ago, there–was a gentleman had two lassies. The oldest was ugly and ill-natured, but the youngest was a bonnie lassie and good; but the ugly one was the favourite with her father and mother. So they ill-used the youngest in every way, and they sent her into the woods to herd cattle, and all the food she got was a little porridge and whey. Well, amongst the cattle was a red calf, and one day it said to the lassie, “Gee that porridge and whey to the doggie, and come with me.” So the lassie followed the calf through the wood, and they came to a bonnie hoosie, where there was a nice dinner ready for them; and after they had feasted on everything nice they went back to the herding. Every day the calf took the lassie away, and feasted her on dainties; and every day she grew bonnier. This disappointed the father and mother and the ugly sister. They expected that the rough usage she was getting would take away her beauty; and they watched and watched until they saw the calf take the lassie away to the feast. So they resolved to kill the calf; and not only that, but the lassie was to be compelled to kill him with an axe. Her ugly sister was to hold his head, and the lassie who loved him had to give the blow and kill him. She could do nothing but greet; but the calf told her not to greet, but to do as he bade her; and his plan was that instead of coming down on his head she was to come down on the lassie’s head who was holding him, and then she was to jump on his back and they would run off. Well, the day came for the calf to be killed, and everything was ready–the ugly lassie holding his head, and the bonnie lassie armed with the axe. So she raised the axe, and came down on the ugly sister’s head; and in the confusion that took place she got on the calf’s back and they ran away. And they ran and better nor ran till they came to a meadow where grew a great lot of rashes; and, as the lassie had not on many clothes, they pu’ed rashes, and made a coatie for her. And they set off again and travelled, and travelled, till they came to the king’s house. They went in, and asked if they wanted a servant. The mistress said she wanted a kitchen lassie, and she would take Rashin-coatie. So Rashin-coatie said she would stop, if they keepit the calf too. They were willing to do that. So the lassie and the calf stoppit in the king’s house, and everybody was well pleased with her; and when Yule came, they said she was to stop at home and make the dinner, while all the rest went to the kirk. After they were away the calf asked if she would like to go. She said she would, but she had no clothes, and she could not leave the dinner. The calf said he would give her clothes, and make the dinner too. He went out, and came back with a grand dress, all silk and satin, and such a nice pair of slippers. The lassie put on the dress, and before she left she said– “Ilka peat gar anither burn, An’ ilka spit gar anither turn, An’ ilka pot gar anither play, Till I come frae the kirk on gude Yule day.” So she went to the kirk, and nobody kent it was Rashin-coatie. They wondered who the bonnie lady could be; and, as soon as the young prince saw her, he fell in love with her, and resolved he would find out who she was, before she got home; but Rashin-coatie left before the rest, so that she might get home in time to take off her dress, and look after the dinner. When the prince saw her leaving, he made for the door to stop her; but she jumped past him, and in the hurry lost one of her shoes. The prince kept the shoe, and Rashin-coatie got home all right, and the folk said the dinner was very nice. Now the prince was resolved to find out who the bonnie lady was, and he sent a servant through all the land with the shoe. Every lady was to try it on, and the prince promised to marry the one it would fit. That servant went to a great many houses,


What is the largest recorded number of children born to one woman?

Most prolific mother ever | Guinness World Records Most prolific mother ever Where Russia Shuya The greatest officially recorded number of children born to one mother is 69, to the wife of Feodor Vassilyev (b. 1707–c.1782), a peasant from Shuya, Russia. In 27 confinements she gave birth to 16 pairs of twins, seven sets of triplets and four sets of quadruplets. *** Numerous contemporaneous sources exist, which suggest that this seemingly improbably and statistically unlikely story is true. The case was reported to Moscow by the Monastery of Nikolsk on 27 Feb 1782, which had recorded every birth. It is noted that, by this time, only two of the children who were born in the period c. 1725–65 failed to survive their infancy. The Gentleman's Magazine (1783, 53, 753) recounts: "In an original letter now before me, dated St Petersburg, Aug 13, 1782, O. S. Feodor Wassilief [sic], aged 75, a peasant, said to be now alive and in perfect health, in the Government of Moscow, has had– By his first wife: --------- 8 births 18 children In all, 35 births, 87 children, of which 84 are living and only three buried. . . The above relation, however astonishing, may be depended upon, as it came directly from an English merchant at St Petersburg to his relatives in England, who added that the peasant was to be introduced to the Empress." In Saint Petersburg Panorama, Bashutski, 1834, the author notes that: "In the day of 27 February 1782, the list from Nikolskiy monastery came to Moscow containing the information that a peasant of the Shuya district, Feodor Vassilyev, married twice, had 87 children. His first wife in 27 confinements gave birth to 16 pairs of twins, seven sets of triplets and four sets of quadruplets. His second wife in eight confinements gave birth to six pairs of twins and two sets of triplets. F. Vassilyev was 75 at that time with 82 of his children alive." And the Lancet (1878) refers to a twin study carried out by the French Academy and: "Apropos of the enquiry, the Committee of the Academy recall an account of a quite extraordinary fecundity that was published by M. Hermann in his "Travaux Statistiques de la Russie," for Fedor Vassilet [sic]. . . who, in 1782, was aged 75 years, had had, by two wives, 87 children." Aside from this, not much is known about the first Mrs Vassilyev - even her first name (although some sources claim her name was Valentina). It is thought she lived to the age of 76. Although this historic record should be taken with a pinch of salt, it is certainly conceivable that Mrs Vassilyev could have had a genetic predisposition to hyper-ovulate (release multiple eggs in one cycle), which significantly increases the chance of having twins or multiple children. It is also not impossible for a woman to have 27 pregnancies during her fertile years. All records listed on our website are current and up-to-date. For a full list of record titles, please use our Record Application Search. (You will be need to register / login for access)


Which US President signed the orders that made Mother’s Day a national holiday in America?

Official Mother's Day Proclamations by the President of United States of America Presidential Proclamation -- Mother's Day, 2014 A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America For over a century, Americans have come  together to celebrate our first friends and mentors, our inspirations  and constant sources of strength. Our mothers are breadwinners,  community leaders, and pillars of family. They pioneer scientific  discoveries, serve with valor in our Armed Forces, and represent our  Nation in the loftiest halls of Government. Whether biological,  adoptive, or foster, they play a singular role in our lives. Because  they so often put everything above themselves, on Mother's Day, we put  our moms first. Through centuries of organizing,  marching, and making their voices heard, mothers have won greater  opportunities than ever before for themselves and their children. Their  victories brought our Nation closer to realizing a sacred founding  principle -- that we are all created equal and each of us deserves the  chance to pursue our own version of happiness. Today, there are more battles to win.  Working mothers increasingly provide the majority of their family's  income, yet even now, discrimination prevents women from earning a  living equal to their efforts. My Administration is proud to fight  alongside women as they push to close the gender pay gap, shatter glass  ceilings, and implement workplace policies that do not force any parent  to choose between their jobs and their kids. Because when women succeed,  America succeeds. By words and example, mothers teach us  how to grow and who to become. They shape lasting habits that can lead  to healthy living and lifelong learning. They demonstrate what is  possible when we work hard and apply our talents. Without complaint,  they give their best every day so they and their children might achieve  the scope of their dreams. Today, let us once again extend our gratitude  for our mothers' unconditional love and support -- during years past  and in the years to come. The Congress, by a joint resolution  approved May 8, 1914 (38 Stat. 770), has designated the second Sunday in  May each year as "Mother's Day" and requested the President to call for  its appropriate observance. NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA,  President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 11,  2014, as Mother's Day. I urge all Americans to express love and  gratitude to mothers everywhere, and I call upon all citizens to observe  this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set  my hand this  ninth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand  fourteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the  two hundred and thirty-eighth. BARACK OBAMA Presidential Proclamation -- Mother's Day, 2013 A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America Today, sons and daughters all across America come together to honor the women who raised them. Whether single or in partnership, foster or adoptive, mothers hold a special place in our hearts. For many of us, they are our first caretakers and our first teachers, imparting the early lessons that guide us growing up. And no matter the challenges we face or the paths we choose, moms are there for their children with hope and love -- scraping and sacrificing and doing whatever it takes to give them a bright future. That work has often stretched outside the home. In the century since Americans first came together to mark Mother's Day, generations of women have empowered their children with the courage and grit to fight for change. But they have also fought to secure it themselves. Mothers pioneered a path to the vote, from Seneca Falls to the 19th Amendment. They helped write foundational protections into our laws, like freedom from workplace discrimination and access to affordable health care. They shattered ceilings in business and government, on the battlefield and on the court. With every step, they led the way to a mor


Babies born during which month of the year are said to be the heaviest?

Heaviest Baby Born: This Girl Tips The Scales At 15 Pounds Heaviest Baby Born: This Girl Tips The Scales At 15 Pounds The Huffington Post Canada  |  By Isabelle Khoo reddit ADVERTISEMENT The world’s heaviest baby girl is here! On Monday, 19-year-old Nandini, from Hassan, India, welcomed a daughter weighing a whopping 15 pounds . The infant, who has not yet been named, was born via Caesarian section and weighs the same as an average six-month-old , the Daily Mail reports. Both the mother and medical staff were surprised by the baby’s large size. “In my 25 years of experience, I had never seen such a big baby . She is a miracle,” said local health officer Dr. Venkatesh Raju. “I believe she is not only the heaviest baby born in India but the heaviest baby girl ever born in the world.” Teen mum gives birth to 'world's heaviest' baby weighing whopping 15lbs (the same as a 6-month-old) #India pic.twitter.com/qwQYDLsVJk — RaajjeTV (@Raajje_tv) May 25, 2016 According to the Mirror UK, the first-time mom had a smooth pregnancy and was not diagnosed with maternal diabetes, which can cause newborns to be overweight . As a result, the baby girl’s big size was highly unexpected. The average newborn weighs about 7.5 pounds. Besides maternal diabetes, a number of factors can contribute to a baby’s birth weight , including the parent’s genetics and the amount of weight the mom gains during pregnancy. After Nandini welcomed her daughter, the infant was taken to the neonatal intensive care unit for monitoring, as big babies tend to have health complications . “She is really big and beautiful,” said Dr. Poornima Manu, who delivered the baby. “She does not have any health issues like irregular sugar levels or thyroid and is breathing well. We were initially concerned about her sugar levels but that is normal.” Both mom and baby are expected to be discharged in a few days . There’s no doubt that Nandini’s daughter is a big baby, but an infant born in Daly City, California in 2013 still holds the title of one of the world's heaviest babies to date. The baby boy, who is the biggest ever born in California, weighed just over 16 pounds. But neither of these babies compare to the heaviest infant in the Guinness World Records . In 1879, Canadian mom Anna Bates gave birth to a baby boy who weighed a staggering 22 pounds. Sadly, the infant passed away 11 hours later. A healthy baby boy born in Italy in 1955 now holds the record for world’s heaviest birth with a weight of 22.8 pounds. ALSO ON HUFFPOST: Newborn Photos Every Parent Needs To Take of   This shot is a no brainer! Once your newborn is here, this is one happy family moment you won't want to miss. After all, the birth of your child is no small milestone. Likewise, it goes without saying that taking a photo of your newborn at the hospital is a must. After all, these are his or her very first moments of life! There’s really nothing sweeter than a beautiful, sleeping newborn baby. When you welcome another newborn, it’s important that your other children bond with the baby. A great way to do this is to take some tender sibling shots. Ask your kids to hold the baby, lie beside them, hold their hand, or kiss them. The results will be some incredibly sweet and heartwarming pictures you’ll be so glad you caught on camera. Here's another sweet example. But be careful, this one can go very, very wrong! Have you ever seen a newborn yawn? It’s just about one of the cutest things on earth. If you just so happen to be taking a photo at the right time, these shots can be truly wonderful keepsakes. Speaking of yawning, stretching is just as adorable when you catch your newborn in the moment. This photo proves it. Remember the first moment your newborn opened their eyes and looked up at you? Of course you remember! That’s one of the most special moments you'll share with your child and I guarantee it’s one you’ll cherish forever. To capture that memory in a photo, take a picture of your little one with their eyes open. Then, every time you look at the picture, you’ll be reminded of the first time they look


According to the Guinness Book of Records, the heaviest baby born and survived at 22 pounds 8 ounces, was in which European country?

Heaviest birth | Guinness World Records Guinness World Records Anna Haining Bates, born Anna Haining Swan, Carmelina Fedele Where When 19 January 1879 Giantess Anna Bates (née Swan) (Canada, b. 6 August 1846; d. 5 August 1888), who measured 241.3 cm (7 ft 11 in), gave birth to a boy weighing 9.98 kg (22 lb) and measuring 71.12 cm (28 in) at her home in Seville, Ohio, USA, on 19 January 1879. The baby, who was not officially named but just referred to as "Babe", sadly died 11 hours later. *** It has been reported that when Anna's waters broke, she lost an estimated six gallons of fluid. Martin van Buren Bates (USA, 1837–1919), the father of the child wrote: “He was 28” tall, weighed 22 lbs and was perfect in every respect. He looked at birth like an ordinary child of six months”. (See http://www.planetslade.com/the-giants-wedding1.html for reference.) At 17 years old, Anna Haining Swan (CAN, 1846–88), the daughter of Scottish immigrants to Nova Scotia, measured 241.3 cm (7 ft 11 in) tall. Anna first met Martin, who stood at 236.22 cm (7 ft 9 in) tall, as a result of their respective sideshow careers. They both earned fame for their height and travelled in circus troupes both separately and as a pair. After a two year relationship on 17 Jun 1871, Anna married Martin in London in front of a huge crowd of onlookers. It has been reported that a Daily Telegraph article published at the time of the wedding commented: "A man may get used to being eight feet high," it told readers. "But to be eight feet high and to be stared at by a devout congregation of idlers on the occasion of marrying a lady who is eight feet high also is a trying conjunction of matters. However, Captain Bates got through his difficulties tolerably well". (See http://www.planetslade.com/the-giants-wedding1.html for reference.) The couple had a combined height of a record 477.52 cm (15 ft 8 in) and soon became billing themselves as "The Tallest Couple Alive". To this day, the pair retains the official Guinness World Records title as the Tallest married couple ever . Prior to the record-setting birth in 1879, eight years after the wedding, the couple had already lost a baby girl who was born on 19 May 1872, but devastatingly died at birth. Anna was the third child of Alexander Swan and Ann Swan (née Graham). Alexander had emigrated from Dumfriesshire, Scotland, to the Millbrook section of the community of New Annan, near the village of Tatamagouche, in the county of Colchester, Nova Scotia, Canada. Ann Graham (married Swan) was born and lived in New Annan. They had a family of 13 children. The first two lived for a very short time, so their third child, Anna, is often considered the eldest. The heaviest baby born to a healthy mother was a boy weighing 10.2 kg (22 lb 8 oz) who was born to Sig. Carmelina Fedele (Italy) at Aversa, Italy in September 1955. There are other extraordinary cases of heavy births: It was reported that Francisca Ramos dos Santos (Brazil) gave birth by caesarean section to her son Ademilton who weighed in at 7.57 kg (16 lb 11.02 oz) on 18 January 2005 in Salvador, Brazil. Christina Samane (South Africa) also gave birth to a 10.2 kg (22 lb 8 oz) child, but this was later disqualified, as the child suffered from Weaver syndrome, which causes excessive growth in children due to abnoramlities in parental genes. On 3 June 1961, it was reported that a boy weighing 11 kg (24 lb 4 oz) was born to Mrs Sadaat Cor (Turkey). It was revealed in January 1978 however that, although relayed by a major news agency, no reliance can be placed on this report. All records listed on our website are current and up-to-date. For a full list of record titles, please use our Record Application Search. (You will be need to register / login for access)


Which group had a hit with ‘Baby Love’ in 1964?

Baby Love by The Supremes Songfacts Baby Love by The Supremes Songfacts Songfacts The Motown songwriting team of Holland-Dozier-Holland wrote this innocent song about teenage love. They wrote 14 US Top-10 hits for The Supremes. Explaining how the trio wrote to NME in 1984, Lamont Dozier said: "I would collaborate with Eddie on lyrics and with Brian on melodies. Then Brian and I would go into the studio and produce the actual record although Eddie should have been put down as one of the producers because he helped teach the artists the tune when the lyric was finished." A musician named Lorenzo Pack filed a lawsuit against Motown in 1966, claiming the Holland-Dozier-Holland songwriting team based "Baby Love" on his 1962 song "I'm Afraid." Pack had little evidence to support his assertion, and Motown won the lawsuit. The testimony, however, revealed some insights on this song, as Brian Holland told the court: "When we write a song, we try to express real feelings about a real situation. In writing the song for The Supremes it was obvious that we were writing for pretty young girls, of whom one is the so-called lead singer. Therefore, in writing 'Baby Love,' we pictured a simple story about a girl whose boyfriend has left her and who loves him very dearly and who would like the boy to come back. The music fits this simple story." This was The Supremes' first and only song to reach #1 in the UK. The Supremes were the first girl-group to have a #1 hit in Britain. It turned out to be The Supremes' only UK #1, though they had many more in the US. In August of 1974, this song was reissued in Britain, where it reached UK #12. >> Suggestion credit: Jerro - New Alexandria, PA, for above 2 According to Rolling Stone magazine, when this song was finished, Berry Gordy thought it wasn't catchy enough and sent the group back into the studio, which is when they came up with the "Oooooh" at the beginning. This song, " Where Did Our Love Go " and " Come See About Me " were written by Holland-Dozier-Holland in one session and were all recorded within two weeks. Berry Gordy required the songwriters to punch a clock when they came in and left for work at Motown, which is something he learned working for Ford. The H-D-H team was especially proficient, often completing 2 or 3 songs a day. This song received a Grammy nomination for Best Rhythm & Blues Recording in 1965; it lost to Nancy Wilson's "How Glad I Am." This was the second US #1 hit for The Supremes, following " Where Did Our Love Go ." They were the first Motown act with two #1 hits. >> Suggestion credit:


What are the first names of David and Victoria Beckham’s daughter?

David Beckham reveals novel idea behind Harper Seven's name | Life and style | The Guardian Harper Seven Beckham David Beckham reveals novel idea behind Harper Seven's name Victoria and David Beckham use Facebook and Twitter to share pictures of daughter Harper Seven and explain name David Beckham holding his daughter Harper Seven Beckham which was posted on Victoria Beckham's Twitter page. Photograph: Victoria Beckham/Twitter/PA Harper Seven Beckham David Beckham reveals novel idea behind Harper Seven's name Victoria and David Beckham use Facebook and Twitter to share pictures of daughter Harper Seven and explain name Press Association Sunday 17 July 2011 13.57 EDT First published on Sunday 17 July 2011 13.57 EDT Close This article is 5 years old Cradled in the arms of her parents, Harper Seven Beckham looks blissfully unaware she is already one of the most famous babies in the world as the first photos of her are released to the public. Both Victoria and David Beckham have posted pictures of the newborn on social networking sites. Victoria used her Twitter account to share a photo of her husband and the baby with her 1.5 million followers. In the black-and-white picture, David is touching noses with Harper, who is wrapped in a blanket and wearing a pale hat with her eyes shut. The fashion designer has added the caption: "Daddy's little girl!" On Facebook , David posted a black-and-white photo of Victoria asleep with the baby dozing on her chest with the caption: "I took this picture of my two girls sleeping." During a game against Real Madrid on Saturday, the LA Galaxy footballer sported a pair of football boots with the names of all four of his children stitched on in pink. On Friday he posted a video on his Facebook page explaining the reasons for naming the little girl, who was born on 10 July, Harper Seven. He ended days of speculation by confirming the baby was named after To Kill A Mockingbird author Harper Lee , saying: "Victoria's favourite book is To Kill A Mockingbird, it's a very strong, passionate book and the author was Harper Lee, and that is where Harper came from." He added that while most people had assumed the name Seven was a reference to his shirt number at Manchester United, he said that was only part of the reason. "The main reason behind Seven was it symbolises spiritual perfection – the seven wonders of the world, the seven colours of the rainbow – and in many cultures it is a lucky number. "We love the name and we love Harper Seven. We are very happy to have her in our lives and in our family, and it is an amazing time for our family right now."


What is the profession of Tom Selleck in the 1987 film ‘Three Men and a Baby’?

3 Men and a Baby (1987) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error 3 Men and a Baby ( 1987 ) PG | Three bachelors find themselves forced to take care of a baby left by one of the guys' girlfriends. Director: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC a list of 29 titles created 13 Nov 2012 a list of 29 titles created 15 Dec 2013 a list of 47 titles created 27 Jul 2014 a list of 34 titles created 03 Jan 2015 a list of 49 titles created 7 months ago Title: 3 Men and a Baby (1987) 5.9/10 Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. 2 wins & 1 nomination. See more awards  » Photos Sylvia's work increasingly takes her away from the three men who help bring up Mary, her daughter. When she decides to move to England and take Mary with her, the three men are heartbroken ... See full summary  » Director: Emile Ardolino Number 5 of a group of experimental robots in a lab is electrocuted, suddenly becomes intelligent, and escapes. Director: John Badham This time, a new baby is on the way, and it's a girl. Wrapped together with the standard conflict between mother and father, Mikey engages in a bit of sibling rivalry with his new sister. Director: Amy Heckerling With his oldest daughter's wedding approaching, a father finds himself reluctant to let go. Director: Charles Shyer George Banks must deal not only with the pregnancy of his daughter, but also with the unexpected pregnancy of his wife. Director: Charles Shyer Apartment block tenants seek the aid of alien mechanical life-forms to save their building from demolition. Director: Matthew Robbins In this, the third film, it's the pets who do the talking. The Ubriacco's find themselves the owners of two dogs, Rocks, a street wise cross breed, and Daphne, a spoiled pedigree poodle. ... See full summary  » Director: Tom Ropelewski Edit Storyline Three bachelor friends - architect Peter, artist Michael, and actor Jack are sharing an apartment in Manhattan. After Jack goes filming in Turkey his two flatmates find his baby daughter - which Jack doesn't know about - left outside their door. The two are left to look after the baby, and realise how difficult this can be. How would this baby change the life style of these confirmed bachelors? Written by Sami Al-Taher <staher2000@yahoo.com> See All (79)  » Taglines: Peter, Michael and Jack know a thing or two about women. But when it comes to babies, they're all wet. See more  » Genres: 25 November 1987 (USA) See more  » Also Known As: Three Men and a Baby See more  » Filming Locations: 70 mm 6-Track (70 mm prints)| Dolby (35 mm prints) Color: Did You Know? Trivia Tom Hanks, Michael Keaton, Bruce Willis and John Travolta were considered for the role of Michael. See more » Goofs When Michael says Gabby Hayes had no teeth and he was 90 the age was wrong. Gabby Hayes lived to be 83 years old. See more » Quotes Peter Mitchell : [reading a review of a boxing match in a hushed, storytelling way] The champ caught Smith with a savage left hook... Michael Kellam : What are you reading her? Peter Mitchell : [responding to Michael in same tone] It doesn't matter what I read, it's the tone you use. She doesn't understand the words anyway, now where were we? Fun comedy about three confirmed bachelor dads 20 April 2006 | by roghache (Canada) – See all my reviews This is a really cute, light hearted comedy. The plot may be pretty unrealistic, the ending kooky & unbelievable, and don't get your morals from it, but all in all...it's great fun to watch. The story revolves around three carefree bachelors (Peter, Michael, and Jack) who share a New York City apartment. All are busy with their jobs, girlfriends, and social lives and have no intention of settling down anytime soon. While actor Jack is away shooting a movie, a baby is left outside their apartment door with a note indicating that this


What are baby hamsters called? | Reference.com What are baby hamsters called? A: Quick Answer Baby hamsters are known as pups, and they are born without any hair or teeth. They develop teeth and begin to grow hair when they are between 11 and 14 days old, and their eyes open when they are about 14 days old. Full Answer Mother hamsters may give birth to as many as 24 pups in a single litter. The pups nurse from the mother until they are between 3 and 4 weeks old, depending on the breed. At about 2 weeks of age, they begin eating soft, solid foods in addition to their mother's milk, and at 3 weeks of age, they resemble small adult hamsters in appearance.


Beatrice, Alice, Louise and Helena were daughters of which British monarch?

Princess Beatrice of the United Kingdom (Prince) - Pics, Videos, Dating, & News Princess Beatrice of the United Kingdom Princess Beatrice of the United Kingdom Member of the British Royal Family and Daughter of Queen Victoria Female Born Apr 14, 1857 The Princess Beatrice was a member of the British Royal Family. She was the fifth daughter and youngest child of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Juan Carlos, King of Spain, is her great-grandson. Beatrice has the distinction of being the last of Victoria's children to die, 66 years after the first, Beatrice's sister, Princess Alice.…  Read More related links Learn about the memorable moments in the evolution of Princess Beatrice of the United Kingdom. CHILDHOOD Show Less She was christened in the private chapel at Buckingham Palace on 16 June 1857. … Read More Her godparents were the Duchess of Kent (maternal grandmother); the Princess Royal (eldest sister); and the Prince Frederick of Prussia (her future brother-in-law).

 From birth, Beatrice became a favoured child. The elder favourite daughter of Prince Albert, the Princess Royal, was about to take up residence in Germany with her new husband, Frederick ("Fritz") of Prussia. At the same time, the newly arrived Beatrice showed promise. Albert wrote to Augusta, Fritz's mother, that "Baby practises her scales like a good prima donna before a performance and has a good voice!" Although Queen Victoria was known to dislike most babies, she liked Beatrice, whom she considered attractive. This provided Beatrice with an advantage over her elder siblings. Queen Victoria once remarked that Beatrice was "a pretty, plump and flourishing child... with fine large blue eyes, a pretty little mouth and very fine skin". Her long, golden hair was the focus of paintings commissioned by Queen Victoria, who enjoyed giving Beatrice her bath, in marked contrast to her bathing preferences for her other children. Beatrice showed intelligence, which further endeared her to the Prince Consort, who was amused by her childhood precociousness. Read Less Born on April 14, 1857. TEENAGE Show Less …  In March 1861, Queen Victoria's mother Victoria, Duchess of Kent, died at Frogmore. The Queen broke down in grief and guilt over their estrangement at the beginning of her reign. Beatrice tried to console her mother by reminding her that the Duchess of Kent was "in heaven, but Beatrice hopes she will return". This comfort was significant because Queen Victoria had isolated herself from her children except the eldest unmarried, Princess Alice, and Beatrice. Queen Victoria again relied on Beatrice and Alice after the death of Albert, of typhoid fever, on 14 December.

The depth of the Queen's grief over the death of her husband surprised her family, courtiers, politicians and general populace. As when her mother died, she shut herself off from her familyâmost particularly, the Prince of Wales, (whom she blamed for her husband's death), with the exception of Alice and Beatrice. Queen Victoria often took Beatrice from her cot, hurried to her bed and "lay there sleepless, clasping to her child, wrapped in the nightclothes of a man who would wear them no more." Read Less After 1871, when the last of Beatrice's elder sisters married, Queen Victoria came to rely upon her youngest daughter, who had declared from an early age: "I don't like weddings at all. … Read More I shall never be married. I shall stay with my mother." As her mother's secretary, she performed duties such as writing on the Queen's behalf and helping with political correspondence. These mundane duties mirrored those that had been performed in succession by her sisters, Alice, Helena and Louise. However, to these the Queen soon added more personal tasks. Read Less During a serious illness in 1871, the Queen dictated her journal entries to Beatrice, and in 1876 she allowed Beatrice to sort the music she and the Prince Consort had played, unused since his death fifteen years earlier. … Read More The devotion that Beatrice showed to her mother was acknowledged in the Queen's let


Sapling | Define Sapling at Dictionary.com sapling 1375-1425; late Middle English; see sap 1, -ling 1 Dictionary.com Unabridged Examples from the Web for sapling Expand Contemporary Examples Obama planted a sapling in the garden of the presidential residence and even quoted a story from the Jewish Talmud. Obama and Netanyahu Make Peace During President’s First Israel Visit Eli Lake March 19, 2013 Historical Examples They got ashore, and fastened the painter to a sapling on the bank, because it was not long enough to go round a pile. Two Knapsacks John Campbell A sapling was cut off so that the stump of a limb was left at the bottom of it. Folkways William Graham Sumner The Quadroon Mayne Reid Trees should be dropped so that they will not crush young seedlings and sapling growth as they fall. British Dictionary definitions for sapling Expand Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012 Word Origin and History for sapling Expand n. early 14c., from sap (n.1) + diminutive suffix -ling . This probably is the source of American English slang sap (n.3) "club, short staff" (1899) and the verb sap (v.2) "to hit (someone) with a sap" (1926). Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper


Which part of a baby’s body stays the same size from birth?

Re: What body part or organ stays the same size from birth? Re: What body part or organ stays the same size from birth? Date: Fri Jun 2 21:24:24 2006 Posted By: Brian Bauereis, Grad student, Clinical Neuropharmacology, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Area of science: Anatomy Message: Hi Jamie, Interesting question. I have a feeling you may have a follow up to my response. I believe that Steve Mack at madscientist has provided the best answer: The spinal cord. In the human fetus, the spinal cord extends all the way down to the sacral vertebrae (the very end). As a person ages, the spinal cord shortens relative to the rest of the body so at adulthood the spinal cord only reaches down to around the level of L1 (lumbar 1). Neuroanatomy is one of my best subjects....any related questions will be gladly received! There is maybe a less obvious answer. The eyes. I have to admit though, a babies eyes are about 75% of what they will become as an adult. So they are technically not the same size from birth, but pretty close. With that said, we'll stick to the spinal cord as the best answer. I hope this response satisfies you question. If not, might I suggest you submit a more specific question? Brian Bauereis [Moderator's Note: These answers, 937854003.An and 1141746701.An , in our archives discuss changes in the size of the eyeball from birth to adulthood.]