"What is the Spanish word for ""house""?"

Spanish Word for house | house in Spanish Spanish Word for house   Spanish Word: la casa, la habitación, la morada Now you know how to say house in Spanish. :-) Translated sentences containing 'house' I grew up in this house. En esta casa crecí. We ran to her house. Corrimos hacia su casa. We sell you guys the house. Os vendemos la casa. We would have cleaned the house. Nosotros hubiésemos limpiado la casa. We stayed home. Nosotros nos quedamos en casa. You all stay home. Ustedes se quedan en casa. He sleeps in the house Él duerme en la casa. When do you go by the house? ¿Cuándo pasas por casa? I am building a house. Yo estoy construyendo una casa. We used to walk in the house. Nosotros caminábamos en la casa. The house is on the left. La casa está a la izquierda. We want to see Susana at her house. We want to see her at her house. Nosotros queremos ver a Susana en su casa. Nosotros queremos verla en su casa. The house has a chimney. La casa tiene una chimenea. Our house is big. I laugh in the house Yo río en casa. They are at my sister's house. Están en casa de mi hermana. Where, then, if not in this House? ¿Qué mejor sitio que en esta Cámara? What are we in this House to do? ¿Qué hemos de hacer en esta Cámara? Is that what we are about in this House too? ¿Es eso lo que queremos en esta Cámara? It is up to the House to decide. La Asamblea juzgará. This is the Rule in this House. Este es el Reglamento de la Asamblea. The house did that earlier. La Asamblea ha hecho eso antes. That was a decision for the House. Se trataba de una decisión que competía a la Asamblea. I commend it to the House. Yo lo recomiendo a la Asamblea. This should not be the priority for this House. Eso no debería ser prioritario para esta Asamblea. I recommend it to the House. Obra que recomiendo a la Asamblea. You are most welcome to the House. Les damos la bienvenida a la Asamblea. So there is no disrespect for this House. En este sentido, esto no significa una falta de respeto a la Asamblea. The House had been wondering. La Asamblea estaba intrigada. Is that acceptable to the House? ¿Es esto aceptable para la Asamblea? That is a disappointment for this House. Es una gran decepción para esta Asamblea. That has nothing to do with this House. Esto no tiene nada que ver con esta Asamblea. I commend it to the House. Pido al Parlamento que vote a favor de ella. I commend it to the House. Pido al Parlamento que vote a favor. You are both most welcome to this House. Son ustedes muy bienvenidos en esta Cámara. You heard this House out. Usted escuchó a esta Cámara. What are we in this House now to do? ¿Qué tenemos que hacer ahora en esta Cámara? That is good for this House. Eso es bueno para esta Cámara. What must we do in this House? ¿Qué debe hacer esta Cámara? And today it is before this House. Y hoy la tenemos ya en este Parlamento. The same cannot be said of most of those in this House. No puede decirse lo mismo de la mayoría de esta Cámara. This House is contributing its own. Estoy totalmente a favor de la Directiva, pero debe asentar sus raíces en cambios fundamentales en la cultura europea en conjunto. The House should throw it out. Esta Cámara debe rechazarla. That has been mentioned before in this House. Eso ya se ha mencionado con anterioridad en esta Asamblea. If you are, then this House is not the place for you. Si es así, entonces esta Cámara no es el lugar para usted. He does not belong in this House. Él no debería formar parte de esta Cámara. That is more than some speakers in this House. Es más de lo que han dicho algunos oradores en esta Cámara. Does the House agree to this? ¿Está de acuerdo el Parlamento? This was what I had to say to the House. Esto era lo que tenía que decir a la Cámara. I commend it to the House. Felicito por ello a la Cámara. They have been heard in this House too. Se han oído también en esta Cámara. I am sorry that he is not here in the House. Siento que no esté aquí hoy. Why is this House hypocritical? ¿Que por qué es hipócrita? The house is on fire. La cosa está que arde. They do not turn up to this House. No apar


The membership of which British intellectual socialist group formed in London in 1884 included George Bernard Shaw, H. G. Wells, Virginia Woolf, Ramsay MacDonald, Emmeline Pankhurst and Bertrand Russell?

Virgo-Maria N° 402 Gaude, Maria Virgo, cunctas hï¿½reses sola interemisti. (Tractus Missï¿½ Salve Sancta Parens) Etude mercredi 12 septembre 2007 Ce message peut ï¿½tre tï¿½lï¿½chargï¿½ au format PDF sur notre site http://www.virgo-maria.org/ . Malcom Muggeridge, Fabien repenti (?) (et ancien du MI6 [1] ), Mentor de Mgr Richard Williamson ï¿½ ï¿½ Malcolm Muggeridge (1903-1990), ancien de Cambridge, journaliste britannique, satiriste et provocateur, ses liens familiaux Fabiens, ses deux autres fils, soit dans la secte illuministe des Frï¿½res de Plymouth [2] , soit dans le milieu catholique traditionnel ralliï¿½, avec notamment sa belle-fille Anne Roche (et la recension de lï¿½ouvrage de celle-ci par Ratzinger), co-auteur dï¿½un ouvrage avec le ï¿½ rï¿½vï¿½rend ï¿½ Anglican de la High Church, Alec Vidler, spï¿½cialiste du modernisme et doyen ï¿½ Cambridge. Lï¿½ï¿½loge appuyï¿½ et la dette de reconnaissance de Mgr Williamson envers Muggeridge, son jeu subtil en binï¿½me avec lï¿½abbï¿½ Schmidberger afin de prï¿½parer le ralliement de la FSSPX. Description de la Fabian Society et du rï¿½le des ï¿½poux Webb, ï¿½ partir de lï¿½ouvrage du Courrier de Rome (Le cï¿½tï¿½ cachï¿½ de lï¿½Histoire par Epiphanius). Avertissement Cette ï¿½tude sera publiï¿½e ï¿½ nouveau entiï¿½rement en franï¿½ais dans quelques jours. Les documents en anglais de lï¿½annexe ne seront cependant pas traduits. 1       Etude de Virgo-Maria.org Qui a enquï¿½tï¿½ sur Mgr Williamson ? Qui a ï¿½tudiï¿½ ? Sur sa famille et sur sa vie avant sa conversion tardive et son entrï¿½e ï¿½ Ecï¿½ne ? A notre connaissance personne. Comment un ancien Anglican, convertit tardivement, a-t-il pu devenir prï¿½tre et mï¿½me ï¿½vï¿½que dans lï¿½ï¿½uvre de Mgr Lefebvre, ce bastion international de la rï¿½sistance catholique qui continue encore ï¿½ prï¿½server le Sacerdoce sacrificiel catholique sacramentellement valide et ï¿½ dispenser des sacrements catholiques valides ? Sait-on que ses deux frï¿½res sont restï¿½s anglicans ? Et que sa mï¿½re est morte anglicane, il y seulement quelques annï¿½es ? Cï¿½est pourquoi nous publions ici les premiers rï¿½sultats de notre investigation, et nous invitons les lecteurs qui disposent dï¿½informations ï¿½ nous les transmettre. 1.1     Introduction ï¿½ lï¿½ï¿½tude sur le Mentor de Mgr Williamson et sur les liens de lï¿½ï¿½vï¿½que avec ce journaliste Cette investigation part des ï¿½lï¿½ments des biographies de Mgr Williamson qui toutes soulignent fortement lï¿½influence du cï¿½lï¿½bre journaliste britannique sur la jeunesse de Richard Williamson et sur son ï¿½volution ultï¿½rieure. Ces contacts des annï¿½es 60 se poursuivront et, en 1990, ï¿½ la mort de Muggeridge, lï¿½ï¿½vï¿½que britannique la FSSPX prononcera un ï¿½loge funï¿½bre trï¿½s affectueux ï¿½ celui envers qui il reconnaï¿½t une importante dette. Muggeridge vouait une admiration sans borne ï¿½ son pï¿½re, un Fabien, ardent promoteur du socialisme en Angleterre. Il ï¿½pousa Catherine Dobbs, une niï¿½ce de Bï¿½atrice Webb, fondatrice de la Fabian Society avec son ï¿½poux Sidney. Ce cercle est au cï¿½ur des sociï¿½tï¿½s mondialistes, travaillant ï¿½ lï¿½ï¿½tablissement dï¿½un gouvernement mondial selon la forme du socialisme technocratique. Nous allons lï¿½exposer, principalement ï¿½ partir de lï¿½ï¿½tude dï¿½Epiphanius, diffusï¿½e par la FSSPX. Un des fils de Malcolm Muggeridge adhï¿½rera ï¿½ la secte fondamentaliste apocalyptique des Frï¿½res de Plymouth (Darbystes intï¿½gristes) qui joue un rï¿½le important dans la propagation dï¿½une fausse eschatologique, celle de lï¿½enlï¿½vement des justes. Un autre de ses fils, John, sï¿½illustrera comme pourfendeur de lï¿½avortement. Son ï¿½pouse, Annie Roche, jouera un rï¿½le dans la conversion de son beau-pï¿½re, Malcolm, ï¿½ la religion conciliaire en 1982, et elle-mï¿½me, est lï¿½une des figures de proue du milieu traditionaliste ralliï¿½ au Canada. Son livre fera lï¿½objet dï¿½une recension ï¿½logieuse par Ratzinger en 1988. Malcolm Muggeridge, comme son pï¿½re, comme la jeune femme dont il fut amoureux, est trï¿½s liï¿½ ï¿½ un Anglican d


Which gas is likely to be present in a light bulb?

thermodynamics - Pressure inside a light bulb - Physics Stack Exchange Pressure inside a light bulb up vote 4 down vote favorite It is known that nowadays most light bulbs are filled with gas in order to minimise the evaporation rate of tungsten. Is e.g. argon put into the bulb with reduced pressure, so that the glass doesn't explode while heating the wire?      This is a valid engineering/practical question that has me curious as well. We are all aware of the temperature such bulbs experience (ouch!). The glass must be required to not implode when cold and not explode when at rated power indefinitely, possibly with reflectors around it. Yes it uses an inert gas, but the glass still must maintain the seal and withstand the range of anticipated gas conditions. I suggest there are 2 answers: one for cold and one for hot conditions. –  Alan Rominger May 23 '11 at 14:39      You are thinking of halogen bulbs. In these, the fill gas is a low pressure hagen gas which reduces evaporation (increases redeposition, really) of the filament. Normal bulbs just use an inert gas to avoid combustion. Low pressure gas is easier to hold for long periods than vacuum. –  Colin K May 23 '11 at 16:43 up vote 8 down vote accepted A great link that details some experiments that looked for the answer to this is Experiment Tests Pressure in light bulbs . But first we need to cover some basis of the gas law to do comparisons. Firstly, most the time a bulb is off, it is near room temperature and most of the time it is on it is at a high temperature but the quantity of gas in the bulb remains the same. Engineering-wise, it is most desirable to have the pressure close to atmosphere when on, because at that time the glass will be hot and more prone to failure. Denoting these states as on and off, I will write the gas law for the case. $$PV=nRT$$ $$\frac{ P_{on} }{ T_{on} } = \frac{ P_{off} }{ T_{off} }$$ The link I am referencing does an experiment where the bulb is submerged in water and the pressure boundary is broken. Since the bulb has a lower pressure than atmosphere water rushes in, this water mass can be measured and used to find the pressure before it was broken. This state I will denote as test and it is compared to the off state as a constant temperature process. $$P_{off} V_{off} = P_{test} V_{test}$$ From this experiment they found two 25 W incandescent lamps to have a pressure of about $\frac{6}{1000} atm$, which is consistent with the low pressure inert atmosphere most people expect. For higher wattage lamps, they found the pressure to be close, but slightly lower, than atmospheric pressure. Temperature of the filament, when on, is in the neighborhood of 2700-2900 K, but this is not the temperature of the gas. Any reasonable assumptions will put the $P_{on}$ value for the low pressure bulbs at much smaller than atmosphere. For the higher power, higher pressure bulbs, I will address it more specifically using the surface temperature numbers from this source with clearly no credibility . $$T_{off} \approx 298 K$$ 40 W $$P_{off} \approx 0.914 atm$$ $$T_{on} \approx 395 K$$ $$P_{on} = \frac{ T_{on} P_{off} }{ T_{off} } = 1.21 atm$$ 60 W $$P_{off} \approx 0.768 atm$$ $$T_{on} \approx 400 K$$ $$P_{on} = \frac{ T_{on} P_{off} }{ T_{off} } = 1.03 atm$$ To conclude, there are two types of constructions of incandescent light bulbs discussed here, one entailing a low vacuum and one that objectively reaches near atmospheric pressure in the on state. There is likely significant variation in products you can buy, and sample numbers given here can't be generalized to any given bulb you're looking at.


Carl Lewis won Olympic gold medals at 4 Olympic Games in 4 different events, including the 4x100m relay. He did not win gold for one of these sports. Which one?

Carl Lewis C Carl Lewis Frederick Carlton "Carl" Lewis (born July 1, 1961) is a retired American track and field athlete who won 10 Olympic medals including 9 gold, and 10 World Championships medals, of which 8 were gold, in a career that spanned from 1979 when he first achieved a world ranking to 1996 when he last won an Olympic title and subsequently retired. Lewis is now an actor and has appeared in a number of films. Lewis was a dominant sprinter and long jumper who topped the world rankings in the 100 m, 200 m and long jump events frequently from 1981 to the early 1990s, was named Athlete of the Year by Track and Field News in 1982, 1983 and 1984, and set world records in the 100 m, 4 x 100 m and 4 x 200 m relays. His world record in the indoor long jump has stood since 1984 and his 65 consecutive victories in the long jump achieved over a span of 10 years is one of the sport’s longest undefeated streaks. His lifetime accomplishments have led to numerous accolades, including being voted "Sportsman of the Century" by the International Olympic Committee and being named "Olympian of the Century" by the American sports magazine Sports Illustrated. He also helped transform track and field from its nominal amateur status to its current professional status, thus enabling athletes to have more lucrative and longer-lasting careers. Athletic career Emergence as a competitive athlete Frederick Carlton Lewis was born in Birmingham, Alabama , on July 1, 1961, the son of William and Evelyn Lewis. The couple ran a local athletics club and this proved a crucial influence on both Carl and his sister, Carol. At age 13, Lewis started to compete in the long jump, and while attending Willingboro High School, he emerged as a promising athlete. As a junior, he was one of the top long jumpers in New Jersey, and by his senior year he was one of the top long jumpers in the world. Lewis was initially coached by his father, who coached other local athletes to elite status, including Tom Farrell, a local runner and eventual Olympic medalist and sub-4 minute miler. Many colleges tried to recruit Lewis, and he chose to enroll at the University of Houston where Tom Tellez was coach. Tellez would thereafter remain Lewis’ coach for his entire career. Days after graduating from high school in 1979, Lewis broke the high school long jump record with a leap of 8.13 m (26 ft 8 in). Lewis immediately decided to make a living off his athletic abilities, even though track and field was nominally an amateur sport. Upon meeting Tellez for the first time after arriving at the University of Houston in the fall of 1979, Lewis said, “I want to be a millionaire and I don’t ever want a real job.” At year’s end, Lewis achieved his first world ranking as tabulated by Track and Field News, an American publication and self-described “Bible of the Sport.” He was 5th in the world in the long jump. (All subsequent ranking references are according to Track and Field News.) Lewis qualified for the American team for the 1980 Olympics in the long jump and as a member of the 4 x 100 m relay team. Though his focus was on the long jump, he was now starting to emerge as a sprint talent. The Olympic boycott meant that Lewis did not compete in Moscow . At year’s end, Lewis was ranked 6th in the world in the long jump and 7th in the 100 m. Breakthrough in 1981 and 1982 In 1981, Lewis started to emerge as a dominant sprinter and long jumper. At the start of 1981, Lewis’ best legal long jump was his high school record from 1979. On June 20, Lewis improved his personal best by almost half a meter by leaping 8.62 m (28 ft 3 in) at the TAC Championships while still a teenager. The jump made Lewis the number two long jumper in history, behind only Bob Beamon, and holder of the low-altitude record. While marks set at the thinner air of high altitude are eligible for world records, some purists feel that there is some “taint” to the assistance that altitude gives to athletes in sprinting and jumping events. Lewis was determined to set his records at sea level venues to avoid this “taint.”


"The Clipper ship ""Dunedin"" caused excitement when it arrived in London after a 98 day voyage in 1882. Where had it come from?"

'Dunedin' - a remarkable passage for so small a vessel 'Dunedin' London to Port    Chalmers, arrived 21st January 1856 Otago Witness Saturday January 26. 1856 Arrived. Jan 23, Dunedin, 208 tons, McNeur,   from London; T. Jones agent. Passengers, Mr and Mrs Mason, Mrs Blair and Mr   John Blair, Mr and Mrs Wilser and 3 daughters, Mr and Mrs Hardy, 4 sons and   2 daughters, Mr and Mrs Green and 4 sons. Quick Passage of the "Dunedin," England to Otago. The "Dunedin" which arrived on the 21st., made the passage from port   to port in 84 days, the quickest passage which has ever been made to this   port. She is a smart little vessel of 208 tons, and has brought 25   passengers and some cargo for this place. We understand that her owner is on   board, and may probably settle in Otago. Should such be the case, the "Dunedin" will be a valuable addition to our native shipping. Following two documents were found in Otago Settlers Museum Archives, both  apparently written at time of various (?) ship reunions in 1897. Sighted and copied  28/3/95. ================================================= 17/11/1859 sailed Dundee 19/ 4/1860 arrived Dunedin Passenger Mrs Stewart and child Information courtesy of  Don Ferguson (Australia).  Please contact Don if you have further information on the 'Dunedin' or her passengers. Don's ancestor (Arthur Wm. MORRIS) was part-owner of the 'Dunedin' with his brother, and this trip was a 'private' voyage, with some fare-paying passengers  and a general cargo, hence would not appear in 'immigrant' ship lists of the normal  shipping companies. A smart little vessel ============================================================= David  Mason who travelled on the "Dunedin" was an an engineer  and started the first iron foundry in the South Island in 1860. His obituary  can be found in the Otago Daily Times, 7 Oct 1896, p. 4.  Information courtesy of  Greg Morgan , USA. Posted 25 May 2002 Papers  Past Images online. Otago Witness Thursday 8th October 1896 Obituary  We regret to record the death of Mr David Mason, who passed away on Tuesday after a long and trying illness. The deceased was an old colonist, arriving here in February 1856 in a small vessel called the Dunedin. The owner (Mr A.W. Morris) and Mr James Green, M.H.R., were fellow passengers, and though only of a small tonnage, they made the trip from Southampton to Dunedin under 90 days. Mr Mason, being of a quiet and retiring  nature, took very little part in public life, though many industries in and around  Dunedin have benefited through his skill as an engineer. He brought out with him plant to start ironworks and in January 1860 he opened the first foundry, which was called the Otago Foundry. In 1874 he entered the employ of the Otago Harbour Board as engineer on the dredges, and afterwards inspector of works, during which, when the Dredge 222 sank at Quarantine Island, he was successful in raising her, and a high compliment was paid by the Harbour Board for his services. In 1889 he undertook the management of the  Sew Hoy Mining Company, and acted as manager for two years, while three dredges were prepared in accordance with his ideas. The last five years he spent in quiet life, and until until a year ago enjoyed first-class health. During the last six months he declined greatly in strength, culminating in his death at the age of 70. Though of a retiring nature, Mr Mason was much respected, and his death will remove a kind and much-loved citizen. He leaves a widow, two sons, and two daughters. Ships with identical names. There were at least two 'Dunedin's - the one mentioned above of the  1850s (208  tons), made another voyage arriving in Dunedin April 18 1857, the passage occupying 97  days and one built for the Albion Shipping Co.  In 1874   [broken link[ (1250 tons) an iron clipper ship,  - the latter being associated with the first shipment of frozen meat (4909  carcasses lamb & sheep) from New Zealand which left Port Chalmers 15 February 1882 and  reached London ninety-eight days later.  She made approxim


Who adopted Ziggy Stardust as an on-stage identity?

The Ziggy Stardust Companion - Frequently Asked Questions Q. Who was Ziggy Stardust?   Ziggy Stardust was the fictional rock superstar in David    Bowie's album THE RISE AND FALL OF ZIGGY STARDUST AND THE    SPIDERS FROM MARS (1972) "Ziggy really set the pattern     for my future work. Ziggy was my Martian messiah who twanged a guitar. He was a simplistic     character. I saw him as very simple....fairly like the character Newton I was to do in the     film [The Man Who Fell to Earth] later on. Someone who was dropped down here, got brought     down to our way of thinking and ended up destroying himself." - Bowie Ziggy Stardust was also the first fully-fledged alter-ego adopted by     David Bowie in his career. In 1972 Bowie took to introducing himself at concerts as Ziggy Stardust and his band as The Spiders From Mars. "I fell for Ziggy too. It was quite easy to     become obsessed night and day with the character. I became Ziggy Stardust. David Bowie     went totally out the window. Everybody was convincing me that I was a Messiah, especially     on that first American tour (late 1972). I got hopelessly lost in the fantasy." - Bowie (1976) Q. Who is David Bowie? David Bowie (born David Robert Jones) is recognised as one    of the most influential rock stars of the Seventies and beyond. The Ziggy Stardust    era ( 1971-1973 ), the subject of this web site, was one    of the busiest and most successful periods of his continuing career and one in which he    moved from relative obscurity to true superstar status. In just over two years, Bowie released three superb rock    albums: HUNKY DORY (1971), THE RISE AND FALL OF ZIGGY STARDUST AND THE    SPIDERS FROM MARS (1972) and ALADDIN SANE (1973) ; embarked    on three tours of the UK, two of the US and one of Japan; produced the classic rock albums    ALL THE YOUNG DUDES (1972) for Mott the Hoople, TRANSFORMER (1972) for Lou Reed and    remixed the equally classic RAW POWER (1973) for Iggy Pop and the Stooges.  From June 1972 to late 1973 (the year he spent a record    total of 182 weeks on the album charts), he was the biggest act in the UK, with four Top 5    albums (with three Number 1's) and eight UK Top 10 singles over five years: Space Oddity    (No. 5 - Sept 1969), The Jean Genie (No. 2 - Dec 1972), Drive In Saturday (No. 3 - April    1973), Life On Mars? (No. 3 - June 1973), The Laughing Gnome (No. 6 - Sept 1973), Sorrow    (No. 3 - Oct 1973), Rebel Rebel (No. 5 - Feb 1974) & Knock On Wood (No. 10 - Sept    1974). Just prior to leaving the character of Ziggy Stardust    behind forever, he released the respected Sixties tribute album - PINUPS    (1973) and staged a rock musical called The 1980 Floor Show for    the American NBC TV show - The Midnight Special. "Call me Ziggy, call me Ziggy     Stardust!" - Bowie (1972) "It was fun while it     lasted.  I had a certain idea of what I wanted my rock n roll star to be like.  I've gone as far with that as I possibly can.  The star was created; he worked, and     that's all I wanted him to do.  Anything he did now would just be repetition,     carrying it on to the death." - Bowie (1973) "I WAS the Space Invader." - Bowie (1974) "Ziggy, particularly, was     created out of a certain arrogance. But, remember, at that time I was young and I was full     of life, and that seemed like a very positive artistic statement. I thought that was a     beautiful piece of art, I really did. I thought that was a grand kitsch painting. The     whole guy. Then that fucker would not leave me alone for years. That was when it all     started to sour. And it soured so quickly you wouldn't believe it. And it took me an awful     time to level out. My whole personality was affected. Again I brought that upon myself. I     can't say I'm sorry when I look back, because it provoked such an extraordinary set of     circumstances in my life. I thought I might as well take Ziggy to interviews as well. Why


What is the name for the study of the advent and evolution of biological systems in the universe, with particular emphasis on the possibility of non-terrestrial life?

Other for Apr 18, 2010 - Astronomy 113 with Tba at University of Wisconsin - Madison - StudyBlue Good to have you back! If you've signed in to StudyBlue with Facebook in the past, please do that again. Other for Apr 18, 2010 Other for Apr 18, 2010 Arnold S. Last Modified: 2010-04-18 File Size: 1 Views: 3 Interdisciplinary studies Astronomy and astrophysics have developed significant interdisciplinary links with other major scientific fields. Archaeoastronomy is the study of ancient or traditional astronomies in their cultural context, utilizing archaeological and anthropological evidence[75]. Astrobiology is the study of the advent and evolution of biological systems in the universe, with particular emphasis on the possibility of non-terrestrial life. The study of chemicals found in space, including their formation, interaction and destruction, is called astrochemistry. These substances are usually found in molecular clouds, although they may also appear in low temperature stars, brown dwarfs and planets. Cosmochemistry is the study of the chemicals found within the Solar System, including the origins of the elements and variations in the isotope ratios. Both of these fields represent an overlap of the disciplines of astronomy and chemistry. Amateur astronomy Main article: Amateur astronomy Amateur astronomers can build their own equipment, and can hold star parties and gatherings, such as Stellafane. Astronomy is one of the sciences to which amateurs can contribute the most.[76] Collectively, amateur astronomers observe a variety of celestial objects and phenomena sometimes with equipment that they build themselves. Common targets of amateur astronomers include the Moon, planets, stars, comets, meteor showers, and a variety of deep-sky objects such as star clusters, galaxies, and nebulae. One branch of amateur astronomy, amateur astrophotography, involves the taking of photos of the night sky. Many amateurs like to specialize in the observation of particular objects, types of objects, or types of events which interest them.[77][78] Most amateurs work at visible wavelengths, but a small minority experiment with wavelengths outside the visible spectrum. This includes the use of infrared filters on conventional telescopes, and also the use of radio telescopes. The pioneer of amateur radio astronomy was Karl Jansky, who started observing the sky at radio wavelengths in the 1930s. A number of amateur astronomers use either homemade telescopes or use radio telescopes which were originally built for astronomy research but which are now available to amateurs (e.g. the One-Mile Telescope).[79][80] Amateur astronomers continue to make scientific contributions to the field of astronomy. Indeed, it is one of the few scientific disciplines where amateurs can still make significant contributions. Amateurs can make occultation measurements that are used to refine the orbits of minor planets. They can also discover comets, and perform regular observations of variable stars. Improvements in digital technology have allowed amateurs to make impressive advances in the field of astrophotography.[81][82] [83] Advertisement )


What legendary island is said to have sunk?

Top 10 Legendary Lost Worlds - Listverse Top 10 Legendary Lost Worlds Hestie Barnard Gerber November 30, 2012 For millennia, travelers have told tales of fabulous lost worlds, and legends of hidden kingdoms. Many of these stories survive to this day. The first tales of unbelievable excursions to never before seen kingdoms and civilizations developed in an era when much was unknown, and all things seemed possible. From Plato’s story of Atlantis, to Mandeville’s tales of dog-headed men, the societies who ingested these legends found no good reasons to doubt their truth. Even when Gulliver’s Travels was published in 1726, many parts of the world – such as Australia, Africa, South America and much of Asia – remained partly uncharted. As late as the mid-nineteenth century, “lost world” romances exploded via the tales of Jules Verne, H. Rider Haggard, Arthur Conan Doyle and H. G. Wells – even as it became clear that the locations in their stories never existed. Today, sadly, the allure of these romances have faded – but the attractive pull of these legends, though dormant, remains in our hearts and our collective psyche, ready to draw another generation towards a life of adventure. 10 Lemuria Lemuria, or Mu, is a continent said to have been swallowed by the sea, and to now lie under the Indian or Pacific Ocean. The famous Theosophist Madame Blavatsky claimed that the Lemurians were ape-like giants that had the gift of telepathy. In a book called “The Lost Continent of Mu”, one writer claimed that all of mankind has its origins in Mu, which once extended from Hawaii to Easter Island and Fiji. Supposedly, it was completely destroyed 12,000 years ago by an enormous earthquake, and sank into the sea. Today, the Stelle group in the USA claims to be descended from the Lemurians. According to this group, the Lemurians escaped from earth following the catastrophe, and they have since been guiding the destinies of chosen groups such as themselves. 9 Cibola The 16th century Spanish conquistadores searched the North Americas for the legendary seven Cities of Cibola – fabled for their wealth and brilliance. Cibola was possibly related to Aztlan, the land of seven caves from which the Aztecs reportedly emigrated to Mexico. Antonio de Mendoza, Viceroy of New Spain, sent the first expedition to find these lost cities in 1539, after a certain friar claimed to have glimpsed them on the horizon. In 1540, a second expeditionary force was sent, under the command of Francisco de Coronado. Encountering the Hopi people, the Spaniards were told that the tribe had for centuries been awaiting the return of the White Brother, Pahana. The group of Spaniards explored as far as Texas, but could not find any of the fabled, golden cities. This legend is comparable to the one of El Dorado. 8 Shambala “Shambala” is the Sanskrit name for a mystical land, located between snowy mountains, with a golden city at its centre. It has been sought nearly everywhere. From the Gobi Desert to Tibet, Afghanistan to the Kun Lun Mountains of China, explorers have scoured – but in vain. Expeditions have sometimes disappeared without a trace. Apparently, one can fly over Shambala in an aircraft and still miss it, as its frontiers are carefully guarded and protected from being seen. In 1928, Nicholas Roerich, the designer of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring ballet, was told by a lama that Shambala belongs to another dimension, and that only those who are spiritually prepared will be able to find it – as it is lost, and found, entirely in the mind. Roerich also met a mysterious lama on the Darjeeling-Ghum road in India, and was later told by monks that this lama hailed from Shambala. 7 Agharti Legends tell us that Agharti is an underground world, linked to the four corners of the earth via an intricate tunnel-network. Describing a land inhabited by peace-loving and gentle people, who try to alleviate the exuberance of the people living above-ground, the myth appears to be very old. Plato spoke of broad and narrow tunnels located underneath the earth, governed by a marvelous ruler who


International Women's Day Home   Calendar   Holidays   UN Holidays   International Women's Day International Women's Day International Women’s Day is annually held on March 8 to celebrate women’s achievements throughout history and across nations. It is also known as the United Nations (UN) Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace. International Women's Day celebrates women's achievements worldwide. International Women's Day celebrates women's achievements worldwide. Illustration based on artwork from ©iStockphoto.com/Mark Kostich, Thomas Gordon, Anne Clark & Peeter Viisimaa What Do People Do? International Women’s Day events are held worldwide on March 8. Various women, including political, community, and business leaders, as well as leading educators, inventors, entrepreneurs, and television personalities, are usually invited to speak at various events on the day. Such events may include seminars, conferences, luncheons, dinners or breakfasts. The messages given at these events often focus on various themes such as innovation, the portrayal of women in the media, or the importance of education and career opportunities. Many students in schools and other educational settings participate in special lessons, debates or presentations about the importance of women in society, their influence, and issues that affect them. In some countries school children bring gifts to their female teachers and women receive small presents from friends or family members. Many workplaces make a special mention about International Women’s Day through internal newsletters or notices, or by handing out promotional material focusing on the day. Public Life International Women’s Day, is a public holiday in some countries such as (but not exclusive to): Azerbaijan. Ukraine . Many businesses, government offices, educational institutions are closed in the above-mentioned countries on this day, where it is sometimes called Women’s Day. International Women’s Day is a national observance in many other countries. Some cities may host various wide-scale events such as street marches, which may temporarily affect parking and traffic conditions. Background Much progress has been made to protect and promote women’s rights in recent times. However, nowhere in the world can women claim to have all the same rights and opportunities as men, according to the UN. The majority of the world's 1.3 billion absolute poor are women. On average, women receive between 30 and 40 percent less pay than men earn for the same work. Women also continue to be victims of violence, with rape and domestic violence listed as significant causes of disability and death among women worldwide. The first International Women’s Day occurred on March 19 in 1911. The inaugural event, which included rallies and organized meetings, was a big success in countries such as Austria, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland. The March 19 date was chosen because it commemorated the day that the Prussian king promised to introduce votes for women in 1848. The promise gave hope for equality but it was a promise that he failed to keep. The International Women’s Day date was moved to March 8 in 1913. The UN drew global attention to women's concerns in 1975 by calling for an International Women's Year. It also convened the first conference on women in Mexico City that year. The UN General Assembly then invited member states to proclaim March 8 as the UN Day for Women's Rights and International Peace in 1977. The day aimed to help nations worldwide eliminate discrimination against women. It also focused on helping women gain full and equal participation in global development. International Men’s Day is also celebrated on November 19 each year. Symbols The International Women’s Day logo is in purple and white and features the symbol of Venus, which is also the symbol of being female.  The faces of women of all backgrounds, ages, and nations are also seen in various promotions, such as posters, postcards and information booklets, on International Women’s Day.  Various messages and slogans that promote the da


What sport involves pockets, spots and rests?

Sport - definition of sport by The Free Dictionary Sport - definition of sport by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/sport n. 1. a. An activity involving physical exertion and skill that is governed by a set of rules or customs and often undertaken competitively. b. often sports(used with a sing. verb) Such activities considered as a group: Sports is a good way for children to get exercise. 2. a. A usually challenging activity undertaken for amusement: "the sport of trying to eat [a bratwurst] with anything fewer than four paper napkins" (Jane Kramer). b. Fun; amusement: balanced on the curb just for the sport of it. 3. a. Mockery; jest: He made sport of his own looks. b. An object of mockery, jest, or play: treated our interests as sport. c. A joking mood or attitude: She made the remark in sport. 4. a. One known for the manner of one's acceptance of rules, especially of a game, or of a difficult situation: a poor sport. b. Informal A fair-minded person, especially one who accepts teasing or difficult situations well: Be a sport and show me where you caught those fish. c. Informal A pleasant companion: was a real sport during the trip. 5. Informal a. A person who lives a jolly, extravagant life. b. A gambler at sporting events. 6. Biology An organism or a part of an organism that shows a marked change from the parent type, typically as a result of mutation. 7. Obsolete Amorous dalliance; lovemaking. v. sport·ed, sport·ing, sports v.intr. 1. To play or frolic: children sporting in the waves. 2. To joke or trifle: "Lear ... in a storm, half mad, sported with by the gods" (Cynthia Ozick). v.tr. 1. To wear or have on one's body, especially prominently or ostentatiously: sports diamond earrings; sports a tattoo. 2. To have as a prominent feature: a car sporting a new paint job. adj. or sports 1. Of, relating to, or appropriate for sports: sport fishing; sports equipment. 2. Designed or appropriate for outdoor or informal wear: a sport shirt. [Middle English sporte, short for disporte, from Old French desport, pleasure, from desporter, to divert; see disport.] sport′ful adj. (spɔːt) n 1. (General Sporting Terms) an individual or group activity pursued for exercise or pleasure, often involving the testing of physical capabilities and taking the form of a competitive game such as football, tennis, etc 2. (General Sporting Terms) such activities considered collectively 3. (General Sporting Terms) any particular pastime indulged in for pleasure 4. (General Sporting Terms) the pleasure derived from a pastime, esp hunting, shooting, or fishing: we had good sport today. 5. playful or good-humoured joking: to say a thing in sport. 6. derisive mockery or the object of such mockery: to make sport of someone. 7. someone or something that is controlled by external influences: the sport of fate. 8. informal (sometimes qualified by: good, bad, etc) a person who reacts cheerfully in the face of adversity, esp a good loser 9. informal a person noted for being scrupulously fair and abiding by the rules of a game 10. informal a person who leads a merry existence, esp a gambler: he's a bit of a sport. 11. informal Austral and NZ a form of address used esp between males 12. (Biology) biology a. an animal or plant that differs conspicuously in one or more aspects from other organisms of the same species, usually because of a mutation b. an anomalous characteristic of such an organism vb 13. (Clothing & Fashion) (tr) informal to wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner: she was sporting a new hat. 14. (intr) to skip about or frolic happily 15. (General Sporting Terms) to amuse (oneself), esp in outdoor physical recreation 16. (often foll by: with) to dally or trifle (with) 17. rare (often foll by: away) to squander (time or money): sporting one's life away. 18. archaic (often foll by: with) to make fun (of) 19. (Biology) (intr) biology to produce or undergo a mutation [C15 sporten, variant of disporten to disport] ˈsporter n 1. an athletic activity requiring skill or physical prowess and often of a competitive nature. 2


World War I Ended With the Treaty of Versailles Great War & Jazz Age (1914-1928)   This song was meant to express the voice of children during World War I: "We want our Daddy dear, back home (Hello Central, give me France)" World War I Ended With the Treaty of Versailles June 28, 1919 World War I (1914-1918) was finally over. This first global conflict had claimed from 9 million to 13 million lives and caused unprecedented damage. Germany had formally surrendered on November 11, 1918, and all nations had agreed to stop fighting while the terms of peace were negotiated. On June 28, 1919, Germany and the Allied Nations (including Britain, France, Italy and Russia) signed the Treaty of Versailles, formally ending the war. (Versailles is a city in France, 10 miles outside of Paris.) Do you know what triggered the conflict, sometimes called the "Great War"? page 1 of 3


Who holds the record for having received the most Grammy awards?.

GRAMMY Awards History: Who Has Won The Most And More « The World Famous KROQ GRAMMY Awards History: Who Has Won The Most And More February 13, 2011 12:00 PM Filed Under: Georg Solti , Grammy Awards , grammys 2011 Photo by Getty Images Even though the GRAMMY Awards have been a huge part of American culture for almost half a century, most people don’t know what an actual GRAMMY is and how and when the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, Inc. was formed. “GRAMMY” is short for “Gramophone” and the actual GRAMMY Awards given out each year are modeled after this record player. The GRAMMY Awards are given by the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, Inc. which was formed in 1957. “In the beginning The Recording Academy owed its survival to members who donated long hours to the emerging professional association. A labor of love, the young Academy may not have prevailed had it not been for the dedication of its charter members…The GRAMMYs are the only peer-presented award to honor artistic achievement, technical proficiency and overall excellence in the recording industry, without regard to album sales or chart position.” (Source: Grammy.com ) The first GRAMMY Awards were held in 1959 in Los Angeles at the Beverly Hilton. GRAMMY Records: Who has won the most GRAMMYs? Classical conductor Georg Solti, who died in 1997, holds the record at 31. For many years the GRAMMY Awards in the classical music categories were never taken seriously because everyone just assumed that Solti would win because he was such a giant among conductors. Youngest GRAMMY Award Winner: [lastfm link_type=”artist_info”]Leann Rimes[/lastfm] was only 14 years old when she won her first GRAMMY and she was the first country artist to win the Best New Artist category. Most GRAMMYs Awarded to a Band: [lastfm link_type=”artist_info”]U2[/lastfm] has received 22 GRAMMY Awards over the course of their career, and they may even win more in the future. Most GRAMMYs Awarded In a Single Night: [lastfm link_type=”artist_info”]Michael Jackson[/lastfm] was the first to do it in 1984 when he won 8 GRAMMYs that night. [lastfm link_type=”artist_info”]Santana[/lastfm] tied the record in 2000 by also receiving 8 awards. Most GRAMMYs Awarded to a Solo Male Artist: [lastfm link_type=”artist_info”]Stevie Wonder[/lastfm] won 22 GRAMMYs over the course of his career. Most GRAMMYs Awarded to a Solo Female Artist: [lastfm link_type=”artist_info”]Alison Krauss[/lastfm] has won 26 GRAMMYs as a solo artist, collaborator with Union Station and producer.


Which Olympic Games were the first to be telecast worldwide?

First televised Olympics | Guinness World Records First televised Olympics When 1936 The Olympics made broadcasting history in 1936 when the Berlin Games was beamed out live in black and white to athletes in the Olympic village and to the wider public in 25 special viewing rooms located in Berlin and Potsdam. This was the first time a sporting event had ever been seen live on television screens and it opened the floodgates. Rome 1960 was the first Olympics to be broadcast live across Europe, while Tokyo 1964 was the first to reach a worldwide audience. Colour pictures arrived four years later at the 1968 Mexico City Games. 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)


What ceremony is sometimes called obsequies?

Obsequies - definition of obsequies by The Free Dictionary Obsequies - definition of obsequies by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/obsequies Also found in: Thesaurus , Encyclopedia , Wikipedia . ob·se·quy n. pl. ob·se·quies often obsequies A funeral rite or ceremony. [Middle English obsequi, from Old French obseque, from Medieval Latin obsequiae, alteration (influenced by Latin exsequiae, funeral rites) of Latin obsequia, pl. of obsequium, compliance, dutiful service; see obsequious.] obsequies [C14: via Anglo-Norman from Medieval Latin obsequiae (influenced by Latin exsequiae), from obsequium compliance] obsequial adj [ˈɒbsɪkwɪz] NPL (frm) → exequias fpl obsequies pl (form) → Beerdigungsfeier f, → Leichenbegängnis nt (liter) 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: obsequy References in classic literature ? In this stage of the obsequies, a warrior much renowned for deed in arms, and more especially for services in the recent combat, a man of stern and grave demeanor, advanced slowly from the crowd, and placed himself nigh the person of the dead. View in context Meeting with Hodgkiss Misfortunes of the Nez Perces Schemes of Kosato, the renegado His foray into the Horse Prairie- Invasion of Black feet Blue John and his forlorn hope Their generous enterprise-Their fate-Consternation and despair of the village- Solemn obsequies -Attempt at Indian trade -Hudson's Bay Company's monopoly-Arrangements for autumn- Breaking up of an encampment. View in context KING MEHEVI--ALLUSION TO HIS HAWIIAN MAJESTY--CONDUCT OF MARHEYO AND MEHEVI IN CERTAIN DELICATE MATTERS--PECULIAR SYSTEM OF MARRIAGE--NUMBER OF POPULATION--UNIFORMITY--EMBALMING--PLACES OF SEPULTURE--FUNERAL OBSEQUIES AT NUKUHEVA-NUMBER OF INHABITANTS IN TYPEE--LOCATION OF THE DWELLINGS--HAPPINESS ENJOYED IN THE VALLEY--A WARNING--SOME IDEAS WITH REGARD TO THE PRESENT STATE OF THE HAWIIANS--STORY OF A MISSIONARY'S WIFE--FASHIONABLE EQUIPAGES AT OAHU--REFLECTIONS View in context These external manifestations of joy at any good news sometimes proceeded to very great lengths thus, on the death, of Charles the Bold, to the point of vowing silver balustrades to Saint Martin of Tours; on his advent to the throne, so far as forgetting to order his father's obsequies. View in context Had she been really a queen the public could not have thronged more eagerly to the spectacle; and after the lying in state there was a funeral of as much ceremony as has been observed at the obsequies of many a queen.


Which village, now a suburb of Dublin, was famed for an annual rowdy fair that was held between 1204 and 1855?

Best Of Ireland Series - Dublin Off the Dart 2015 by Southern - issuu Discover Dublin Bay & The City by Rail! DUBLIN | off the DART  Howth Head Editor: Rachael Finucane Contributing Writers: Bríana Walsh, Rosaleen Regan, Adam Leahy, Louise Harrison, Julianne Clarke, Matthew Faughnan and Rachael Finucane. Photography: Primary sources of photography include Fáilte Ireland/Tourism Ireland (Ireland’s Content Pool) and Shutterstock. See individual photos for more information. Copyright retained by photographers/organisations. 2| Best Of Ireland Series THE BEST OF IRELAND Series Killiney Hill Top 10 Things to Do 30. 94. Useful Information A Tourism and Marketing Initiative from Southern Marketing Design Media For enquiries about inclusion in updated editions of this guide, please contact 061 310286 / info@southern.ie No part of this publication may be reproduced without the written permission of the publishers. © Southern Marketing Design Media 2015. Every effort has been made in the production of this magazine to ensure accuracy at the time of publication. The editors cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any alterations made after publication. RRP: €3.00 For further information on Dublin go to: Best Of Ireland Series So many places SO MANY STORIES T here is a famous quote by Henry Miller that says “one’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things”. I hope Dublin Off the DART will present visitors to Dublin, as well as its natives, with a new way of seeing things. The DART is primarily seen as a commuter train and though it’s not a ‘tourist train’ in the conventional sense, it gives people a convenient, low-cost way to travel out to the greater Dublin area and for people on the outskirts to access and engage with the city. Whether you are visiting from another location in Ireland or abroad, the bustling city centre is just one part of Dublin. The suburbs and the towns and villages of beautiful Dublin Bay have so much extra to offer. With its recent UNESCO Biosphere designation, Dublin Bay has gotten due recognition as a unique natural and cultural area. There has never been a better time to experience it! Even if you are living in the capital for years or you are a true blue Dub’, ask yourself: “have I ever tried being a tourist in my own town?” It can be a lot of fun to explore somewhere new and try something different. When people are abroad, a short train journey to the seaside or city is just a way to make the most of your day or break. It comes naturally. Why not use the DART for that change of scenery? The Best of Ireland Series is founded on the principle that “every place has a story”. This overall story is made up of umpteen individual stories of things to do, places to see, eateries, bars, accommodation outlets and more. I have no doubt that we have missed out on stories in this guide. I urge people to let us know what we are missing so in our next edition we can tell you what you might be missing. This project, and that of the 2014 edition before it, have been very enjoyable journeys. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to those who have offered support, contributed content and also to all who have helped us along the way with introductions, suggestions and revisions. I would like to extend a personal thanks to our contributing writers, our editorial & design team and the project directors at Southern Marketing Design Media. Happy DART-ing! Rachael Finucane 4| THINGS TO DO OFF THE DART 1. Pack in the sights from the Spire to the Molly Malone statue, the Guinness Storehouse to Dublin Zoo, Temple Bar to one of many Martello Towers…the list is endless! 2. Get a taste of Howth by browsing in its funky market, ordering delicious Dublin Bay prawns in one of the great eateries and taking a boat across to Ireland’s Eye. 3. Explore Malahide, a picturesque village that retains its historic character with magnificent Malahide Castle, its traditional shop fronts and try touring it in a road train. 4. Go south to delve into Dalkey where heritage really comes to life thanks


"Who brought together dramatist W. S. Gilbert and composer Arthur Sullivan and nurtured their collaboration on 13 operas from ""Trial by Jury"" (1875) to ""The Grand Duke, or The Statutory Duel"" (1896)?"

Gilbert and Sullivan G Gilbert and Sullivan Gilbert and Sullivan refers to the Victorian era partnership of librettist W. S. Gilbert (1836–1911) and composer Arthur Sullivan (1842–1900). The two men collaborated on fourteen comic operas between 1871 and 1896, of which H.M.S. Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance and The Mikado are among the best known. Gilbert, who wrote the words, created fanciful "topsy-turvy" worlds for these operas, where each absurdity is taken to its logical conclusion—fairies rub elbows with British lords, flirting is a capital offence, gondoliers ascend to the monarchy, and pirates turn out to be noblemen who have gone wrong. Sullivan, six years Gilbert's junior, composed the music, contributing memorable melodies that could convey both humour and pathos. Their operas have enjoyed broad and enduring international success and are still performed frequently throughout the English-speaking world. Gilbert and Sullivan introduced innovations in content and form that directly influenced the development of musical theatre through the 20th century. The operas have also influenced political discourse, literature, film and television and have been widely parodied and pastiched by humorists. Producer Richard D'Oyly Carte brought Gilbert and Sullivan together and nurtured their collaboration. He built the Savoy Theatre in 1881 to present their joint works—which came to be known as the Savoy Operas—and he founded the D'Oyly Carte Opera Company, which performed and promoted their works for over a century. Beginnings Gilbert before Sullivan Gilbert was born in London on 18 November 1836. His father William was a naval surgeon who later wrote novels and short stories, some of which included illustrations by his son. In 1861, the younger Gilbert began to write illustrated stories, poems and articles of his own to supplement his income. Many of these would later be mined as a source of ideas for his plays and operas, particularly his series of illustrated poems called the Bab Ballads. In the Bab Ballads and his early plays, Gilbert developed a unique "topsy-turvy" style, where the humour was derived by setting up a ridiculous premise and working out its logical consequences, however absurd. Director and playwright Mike Leigh described the "Gilbertian" style as follows: With great fluidity and freedom, [Gilbert] continually challenges our natural expectations. First, within the framework of the story, he makes bizarre things happen, and turns the world on its head. Thus the Learned Judge marries the Plaintiff, the soldiers metamorphose into aesthetes, and so on, and nearly every opera is resolved by a deft moving of the goalposts... His genius is to fuse opposites with an imperceptible sleight of hand, to blend the surreal with the real, and the caricature with the natural. In other words, to tell a perfectly outrageous story in a completely deadpan way. Gilbert developed his innovative theories on the art of stage direction, following theatrical reformer Tom Robertson. At the time Gilbert began writing, theatre in Britain was in disrepute. Gilbert helped to reform and elevate the respectability of the theatre, especially beginning with his six short family-friendly comic operas, or "entertainments," for Thomas German Reed. At a rehearsal for one of these entertainments, Ages Ago (1869), the composer Frederic Clay introduced Gilbert to his friend, the young composer Arthur Sullivan. Two years later, Gilbert and Sullivan would write their first work together. Those two intervening years continued to shape Gilbert's theatrical style. He continued to write humorous verse, stories and plays, including the comic operas Our Island Home (1870) and A Sensation Novel (1871), and the blank verse comedies The Princess (1870), The Palace of Truth (1870), and Pygmalion and Galatea. Sullivan before Gilbert Sullivan was born in London on 13 May 1842. His father was a military bandmaster, and by the time Arthur had reached the age of 8, he was proficient with all the instruments in the band. In school he began to compose a


What name did Pol Pot give to the ideology that he forced on the people of Democratic Kampuchea?

Pol Pot - Leader of the Khmer Rouge Pol Pot Pol Pot Leader of the Khmer Rouge An interview with former Khmer Rouge leader Pol Pot in the rebels' Cambodian stronghold of Anlgong Veng. Asked about his role in the killing of as many as two million Cambodians, Pol Pot said he did not wish to discuss the matter. (Jan. 8, 1998).  (Photo By Getty Images) By Michael Richards, Contributing Writer Updated March 28, 2016. Who Was Pol Pot? As head of the Khmer Rouge, Pol Pot oversaw an unprecedented and extremely brutal attempt to remove Cambodia from the modern world and establish an agrarian utopia. While attempting to create this utopia, Pol Pot created the Cambodian Genocide, which lasted from 1975 to 1979 and caused the deaths of at least 1.5 million Cambodians out of a population of approximately 8 million. Dates: May 19, 1928 (1925?) – April 15, 1998 Also known as: Saloth Sar (born as); “brother number one” Childhood and Youth of Pol Pot The man who would later be known as Pol Pot was born as Saloth Sar on May 19, 1928, in the fishing village of Prek Sbauk, Kampong Thom province, in what was then French Indochina (now Cambodia ). His family, of Chinese-Khmer descent, was considered moderately well-to-do. They also had connections to the royal family: a sister was a concubine of the king, Sisovath Monivong, and a brother was a court official. In 1934, Pol Pot went to live with the brother in Phnom Penh, where he spent a year in a royal Buddhist monastery and then attended a Catholic school. continue reading below our video Profile of Pol Pot At age 14, he began high school in Kompong Cham. Pol Pot was, however, not a very successful student and switched to a technical school to study carpentry. In 1949, Pol Pot obtained a scholarship to study radio electronics in Paris. He enjoyed himself in Paris, gaining a reputation as something of a bon vivant, fond of dancing and drinking red wine. However, by his second year in Paris, Pol Pot had become friends with other students who were impassioned by politics. From these friends, Pol Pot encountered Marxism, joining the Cercle Marxiste (Marxist Circle of Khmer Students in Paris) and the French Communist Party. (Many of the other students whom he befriended during this period later became central figures in the Khmer Rouge.) After Pol Pot failed his examinations for the third year in a row, however, he had to return in January 1953 to what would shortly become Cambodia. Pol Pot Joins the Viet Minh As the first of the Cercle Marxiste to return to Cambodia, Pol Pot helped assess the different groups rebelling against the Cambodian government and recommended that returning members of the Cercle join the Khmer Viet Minh (or Moutakeaha). Although Pol Pot and other members of the Cercle disliked that the Khmer Viet Minh had heavy ties with Vietnam, the group felt that this Communist revolutionary organization was the one most likely to take action. In August 1953, Pol Pot left his home secretly and, without even telling his friends, headed to the Viet Minh’s Eastern Zone Headquarters, located near the village of Krabao. The camp was located in the forest and consisted of canvas tents that could be easily moved in case of an attack. Pol Pot (and eventually more of his Cercle friends) were dismayed to find the camp completely segregated, with Vietnamese as the high ranking members and Cambodians ( Khmers ) given just menial tasks. Pol Pot himself was assigned tasks such as farming and working in the mess hall. Still, Pol Pot watched and learned how the Viet Minh used propaganda and force to take control of peasant villages in the region. When the Khmer Viet Minh were forced to disband after the 1954 Geneva Accords ; Pol Pot and several of his friends headed back to Phnom Penh. The 1955 Election The 1954 Geneva Accords had temporarily quashed much of the revolutionary fervor within Cambodia and proclaimed a mandatory election in 1955. Pol Pot, who was now back in Phnom Penh, was determined to do what he could to influence the election. He thus infiltrated the Democratic Party in the hopes of b


Godtfred Kirk Christiansen is credited with inventing what?

1950's - The LEGO History - The LEGO Group - About Us LEGO.com The LEGO History 09 January 2012, 11:16 CET The LEGO Group History Futura, the product-development department, now has five members of staff. A market analysis department is established. Photography department is established. LEGO France, British LEGO Ltd., LEGO Belgium and LEGO Sweden are established. The machines in the production are now so automatic that one operator can handle two machines at a time. LEGO gives the municipality of Billund approx. 20 acres of land and DKK 50,000 for a sports ground. Selected Product News 1959 Bilo-fix (wood + plastic) 1958 The current LEGO stud-and-tube coupling system is patented. The new coupling principle makes models much more stable. Ole Kirk Kristiansen passes away and Godtfred Kirk Christiansen becomes head of the company. The first telex machine and photocopier in Billund. 140 employees in Billund. Godtfred Kirk Christiansen is appointed Managing Director. The LEGO Brick’s interlocking principle is invented. LEGO Schweiz is established. The LEGO Group celebrates its 25th anniversary. Selected Product News 1957 A LEGO brick with light inside 1956 The first foreign sales company is established in Hohenwestedt, Germany under the name LEGO Spielwaren GmbH. The company buys its first own truck. Selected Product News 1956 Bicyclists and motorcyclists (little plastic figures) 1955 After further developing the LEGO Bricks, the company launches the revolutionary "LEGO System of Play" – creating an new play platform. The first real export of LEGO begins. First country is Sweden. Godtfred Kirk Christiansen demonstrates the new product at a toy fair in Nuremberg, Germany. Reactions are not positive. Selected Product News 1955 LEGO System of Play: 28 sets and 8 vehicles plus supplementary elements 1954 The word LEGO is officially registered in Denmark on 1st May. Godtfred Kirk Christiansen travels to England and meets a purchasing agent on the ferry. They talk about toys. The agent thinks that toys lack idea and system. This spawns the LEGO System idea in the mind of Godtfred Kirk Christiansen. Selected Product News 1954 The Automatic Binding Bricks get a new name: "LEGO Mursten" ("LEGO Bricks"). The name LEGO is printed inside all bricks. The first application for registration of the trademark. The Danish registration is accepted on the 1 May 1954. Selected Product News 1953 “Gift Boxes” containing a plastic Chevrolet building car Plastic ambulance Ole Kirk's plans to expand, and a plant is built. It costs DKK 350,000. The company now has its first canteen. Selected Product News 1952 Big plastic and wooden cars 1951 The first ever film about LEGO is shot. The photographer is Christian Lund, and the film is black and white with no sound. Plastic toys account for half of the company's output. Selected Product News 1951 The building base with 10 x 20 studs The plastic tractor (Ferguson) – both as a building set and as a finished model 1950 Godtfred Kirk Christiansen, son of the founder, Ole Kirk Kristiansen, is appointed Junior Vice President the day he turns 30. Selected Product News 1950


What glands produce adrenaline and cortisol?

An Overview of the Adrenal Glands - Beyond Fight or Flight An Overview of the Adrenal Glands Beyond Fight or Flight Written by Robert M. Sargis MD, PhD Adrenal Gland Essentials The adrenal glands are two glands that sit on top of your kidneys that are made up of two distinct parts. The adrenal cortex—the outer part of the gland—produces hormones that are vital to life, such as cortisol (which helps regulate metabolism and helps your body respond to stress) and aldosterone (which helps control blood pressure). The adrenal medulla—the inner part of the gland—produces nonessential (that is, you don’t need them to live) hormones, such as adrenaline (which helps your body react to stress).   When you think of the adrenal glands (also known as suprarenal glands), stress might come to mind. And rightly so—the adrenal glands are arguably best known for secreting the hormone adrenaline, which rapidly prepares your body to spring into action in a stressful situation.   But the adrenal glands contribute to your health even at times when your body isn’t under extreme stress. In fact, they release hormones that are essential for you to live.   Anatomy of the Adrenal Glands The adrenal glands are two, triangular-shaped organs that measure about 1.5 inches in height and 3 inches in length. They are located on top of each kidney. Their name directly relates to their location (ad—near or at; renes—kidneys).   Each adrenal gland is comprised of two distinct structures—the outer part of the adrenal glands is called the adrenal cortex. The inner region is known as the adrenal medulla.   Hormones of the Adrenal Glands The adrenal cortex and the adrenal medulla have very different functions. One of the main distinctions between them is that the hormones released by the adrenal cortex are necessary for life; those secreted by the adrenal medulla are not.    Adrenal Cortex Hormones The adrenal cortex produces two main groups of corticosteroid hormones—glucocorticoids and mineralcorticoids. The release of glucocorticoids is triggered by the hypothalamus and pituitary gland . Mineralcorticoids are mediated by signals triggered by the kidney.    When the hypothalamus produces corticotrophin-releasing hormone (CRH), it stimulates the pituitary gland to release adrenal corticotrophic hormone (ACTH). These hormones, in turn, alert the adrenal glands to produce corticosteroid hormones.   Glucocorticoids released by the adrenal cortex include: Hydrocortisone: Commonly known as cortisol, it regulates how the body converts fats, proteins, and carbohydrates to energy. It also helps regulate blood pressure and cardiovascular function. Corticosterone: This hormone works with hydrocortisone to regulate immune response and suppress inflammatory reactions.   The principle mineralcorticoid is aldosterone, which maintains the right balance of salt and water while helping control blood pressure.   There is a third class of hormone released by the adrenal cortex, known as sex steroids or sex hormones. The adrenal cortex releases small amounts of male and female sex hormones. However, their impact is usually overshadowed by the greater amounts of hormones (such as estrogen and testosterone) released by the ovaries or testes .   Adrenal Medulla Hormones Unlike the adrenal cortex, the adrenal medulla does not perform any vital functions. That is, you don’t need it to live. But that hardly means the adrenal medulla is useless. The hormones of the adrenal medulla are released after the sympathetic nervous system is stimulated, which occurs when you’re stressed. As such, the adrenal medulla helps you deal with physical and emotional stress. You can learn more by reading a SpineUniverse article about the sympathetic nervous system .   You may be familiar with the fight-or-flight response—a process initiated by the sympathetic nervous system when your body encounters a threatening (stressful) situation. The hormones of the adrenal medulla contribute to this response.   Hormones secreted by the adrenal medulla are: Epinephrine: Most people know epinephrine by its other na


"Which dictator was known as ""Il Duce""?"

9 Things You May Not Know About Mussolini - History in the Headlines 9 Things You May Not Know About Mussolini October 25, 2012 By Jesse Greenspan Share this: 9 Things You May Not Know About Mussolini Author 9 Things You May Not Know About Mussolini URL On October 29, 1922, fascist leader Benito Mussolini was offered the Italian premiership amid political and social upheaval. Explore nine things you may not know about “Il Duce” and his 21 years in power. 1. Mussolini had a penchant for violence even as a youth. Born on July 29, 1883, Mussolini gained a reputation for bullying and fighting during his childhood. At age 10 he was expelled from a religious boarding school for stabbing a classmate in the hand, and another stabbing incident took place at his next school. He also admitted to knifing a girlfriend in the arm. Meanwhile, he purportedly pinched people at church to make them cry, led gangs of boys on raids of local farmsteads and eventually became adept at dueling with swords. When the New York Times reported on Mussolini’s May 1922 duel against a rival newspaper editor, it mentioned that he bore over 100 wounds received in battle. 2. Mussolini was a socialist before becoming a fascist. Born to a socialist father, Mussolini was named after leftist Mexican President Benito Juárez. His two middle names, Amilcare and Andrea, came from Italian socialists Amilcare Cipriani and Andrea Costa. Early in Mussolini’s life, for instance, those names seemed appropriate. While living in Switzerland from 1902 to 1904, he cultivated an intellectual image and wrote for socialist periodicals such as L’Avvenire del Lavoratore (The Worker’s Future). He then served in the Italian army for nearly two years before resuming his career as a teacher and journalist. In his articles and speeches, Mussolini preached violent revolution, praised famed communist thinker Karl Marx and criticized patriotism. In 1912 he became editor of Avanti! (Forward!), the official daily newspaper of Italy’s Socialist Party. But he was expelled from the party two years later over his support for World War I. By 1919 a radically changed Mussolini had founded the fascist movement, which would later become the Fascist Party. 3. Italy’s leaders never called on the military to stop Mussolini’s insurrection. From 1920 to 1922, armed fascist squads faced minimal interference from the police or army as they roamed the country causing property damage and killing an estimated 2,000 political opponents. Many other citizens were beaten up or forced to drink castor oil. Then, on October 24, 1922, Mussolini threatened to seize power with a demonstration known as the March on Rome. Though Prime Minister Luigi Facta knew of these plans, he failed to act in any meaningful way. Finally, when fascists began occupying government offices and telephone exchanges on the night of October 27, Facta and his ministers advised King Victor Emmanuel III to declare a state of emergency and impose martial law. The wavering king refused to sign any such decree, however, and Facta was forced to resign. 4. Contrary to popular belief, Mussolini did not take power in a coup. With Italy’s leading non-fascist politicians hopelessly divided and with the threat of violence in the air, on October 29 the king offered Mussolini the chance to form a coalition government. But although the premiership was now his, Il Duce—a master of propaganda who claimed the backing of 300,000 fascist militiamen when the real number was probably far lower—wanted to make a show of force. As a result, he joined armed supporters who flooded the streets of Rome the following day. Mussolini would later mythologize the March on Rome’s importance. 5. Mussolini did not become a true dictator until 1925. After becoming prime minister, Mussolini reduced the influence of the judiciary, muzzled a free press, arrested political opponents, continued condoning fascist squad violence and otherwise consolidated his hold on power. However, he continued working within the parliamentary system at least somewhat until January 1925, when he decl


What has been awarded to the winners of the Super Bowl since 1967?

Tiffany & Co. For The Press | About Tiffany & Co. | Tiffany & Co. Sports Trophies | United States ABOUT TIFFANY & Co. About Tiffany & Co. Tiffany & Co. Sports Trophies The moment of victory at the Super Bowl, the World Series and every major championship is commemorated for all time by the presentation of custom-designed sterling silver trophies from Tiffany & Co. Tiffany has created the most revered symbols of athletic achievement in every notable field of sport. From the beginning, Tiffany designers were dedicated to the highest level of quality and craftsmanship that would pay tribute to the athletes' skill and prowess. This great legacy began in 1860 with the creation of the Woodlawn Vase for a racing association in Louisville, Kentucky. Later, the trophy was presented to the Maryland Jockey Club to be awarded to the winner of the Preakness Stakes, the second jewel in the Triple Crown and today the oldest continuously contested trophy in the United States. In 1897 Tiffany was commissioned to design the Belmont Memorial Challenge Cup for the Belmont Stakes, the oldest of the Triple Crown events, named after financier August Belmont who initiated the race. The founding sires of the thoroughbred horse in America are portrayed on the base of the bowl. Sponsors of other popular sports of the day commissioned Tiffany to create equally elaborate trophies. A perfect example is the Viking Rowing Trophy, which replicates an ornate Viking ship with rippling pennants, authentic rigging and fourteen great oars. This intricate artistry reached its zenith with the yachting trophies Tiffany created throughout the late 19th century. Decorated with curling waves, nymphs, mermaids and dolphins, these magnificent trophies recall the pageantry surrounding the great ocean races of the time. Among the era's most richly embellished yachting trophies are the legendary Goelet Cups. These were commissioned by Ogden Goelet, a prominent member of the New York Yacht Club, who made Newport, Rhode Island, synonymous with yachting. Today the New York Yacht Club is home to 21 magnificent Tiffany yachting trophies. For the sport that would become the great American pastime, Tiffany created the first world championship baseball trophy in 1888. The Hall Championship Cup depicts the five people necessary to play a game: umpire, catcher, pitcher, batter and outfielder. Tiffany also designed the All-Star Home Run Derby trophy and the Commissioner's Historic Achievement Award for Major League Baseball, which is awarded at the discretion of the Commissioner. Three outstanding athletes received the award for historic achievement in the 1998 season: Mark McGwire for breaking the single-season home run record with 70 home runs; Sammy Sosa for scoring 66 home runs in the home run race; and Cal Ripken Jr. for setting a new record of 2,632 consecutive games played, breaking Lou Gehrig's record of 2,130 consecutive games. Major League Baseball commissioned Tiffany to create one of the most celebrated awards in all of sports: the World Series Trophy. The design features 30 flags, one for each Major League team, with latitude/longitude lines symbolizing the world. Tiffany also creates the World Series MVP Trophy. During the twentieth century, new sports emerged for which Tiffany was called upon to create trophies. In 1904 Tiffany produced the Vanderbilt Cup, named for William K. Vanderbilt who organized a 284-mile auto race on Long Island to stimulate interest in American-made cars. The trophy, which depicts Mr. Vanderbilt in his 90-horsepower Mercedes, was re-created in 1996 for the inaugural U.S. 500 auto race and became the championship trophy for the Champ Car World Series in 2000. As interest in auto racing grew, so did the trophy size. In 1909 Tiffany designed the eight-foot Wheeler-Schebler Trophy. Commissioned by the Wheeler and Schebler Companies of Indianapolis, the trophy was awarded annually to the driver of the Indianapolis 500 who led the race at the 400-mile mark. The trophy was retired in the 1930s after car owner Harry Hartz won the trophy three cons


Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI) is the collective name for a number of activities to search for extra-terrestrial life using scientific methods to search for what, specifically?

Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI) - Каталог статей   Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI) Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI) is the collective name for a number of activities people undertake to search for intelligent extraterrestrial life. SETI projects use scientific methods to search for electromagnetic transmissions from civilizations on distant planets. The United States government contributed to earlier SETI projects, but recent work has been primarily funded by private sources. There are great challenges in searching across the sky for a first transmission that could be characterized as intelligent, since its direction, spectrum and method of communication are all unknown beforehand. SETI projects necessarily make assumptions to narrow the search, and thus no exhaustive search has been conducted so far. Many radio frequencies penetrate our atmosphere quite well, and this led to radio telescopes that investigate the cosmos using large radio antennas. Furthermore, the earth emits considerable radio radiation as a byproduct of communications such as TV and radio, and these radiations would be easy to recognize as artificial due to their repetitive nature and narrow bandwidths. If this is typical, one way of discovering an extraterrestrial civilization might be to detect non-natural radio emissions from a location outside our Solar System. As early as 1896, Nikola Tesla suggested that radio could be used to contact extraterrestrial life.[3] In 1899 while investigating atmospheric electricity using a Tesla coil receiver in his Knob Hill lab Tesla observed repetitive signals, substantially different from the signals noted from storms and Earth noise, that he interpreted as being of extraterrestrial origin. He later recalled the signals appeared in groups of one, two, three, and four clicks together. Tesla thought the signals were coming from Mars. Analysis of Tesla's research has ranged from suggestions that Tesla detected nothing (he simply was misunderstanding the new technology he was working with[4]) to claims that Tesla may have been observing naturally occurring Jovian plasma torus signals. In the early 1900s, Guglielmo Marconi, Lord Kelvin, and David Peck Todd also stated their belief that radio could be used to contact Martians (with Marconi stating that his stations had also picked up potential Martian signals).[5] On August 21–23, 1924, Mars entered an opposition closer to Earth than any time in a century before or since. In the United States, a "National Radio Silence Day" was promoted during a 36-hour period from the 21-23, with all radios quiet for five minutes on the hour, every hour. At the United States Naval Observatory, a radio receiver was lifted 3 kilometers above the ground in a dirigible tuned to a wavelength between 5 and 6 kilometers, using a "radio-camera" developed by Amherst College and Charles Francis Jenkins. The program was led by David Peck Todd with the military assistance of Admiral Edward W. Eberle (Chief of Naval Operations) and William F. Friedman (chief cryptographer of the US Army, who was assigned to translate any potential Martian messages).[6][7] A 1959 paper by Cocconi and Morrison first pointed out the possibility of searching the microwave spectrum, and proposed frequencies and a set of initial targets.[8] In 1960, Cornell University astronomer Frank Drake performed the first modern SETI experiment, named "Project Ozma", after the Queen of Oz in L. Frank Baum's fantasy books.[9] Drake used a 26-meter-diameter radio telescope at Green Bank, West Virginia, to examine the stars Tau Ceti and Epsilon Eridani near the 1.420 gigahertz marker frequency, a region of the radio spectrum dubbed the "water hole" due to its proximity to the H and OH spectral lines. A 400 kilohertz band was scanned around the marker frequency, using a single-channel receiver with a bandwidth of 100 hertz. The information was stored on tape for off-line analysis. He found nothing of great interest, but has continued a pro active involvement in the search for life beyon


Trinny Woodall and Susannah Constantine are associated with what?

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Guide to Bondi Beach, Sydney - Tourism Australia Guide to Bondi Beach Guide to Bondi Beach Each year more than a million travellers descend on the golden shoreline of Bondi Beach. Here's why. Site Requires Javascript - turn on javascript! Australia.com does not support the internet browser you are using. Please upgrade to a more recent browser so that you can explore the destinations and experiences that await you as you plan your Australian holiday. Welcome to the official Australian tourism website. This site uses cookies. Find out more . Today's weather at Bondi Beach Each year more than a million travellers descend on the golden shoreline of Bondi Beach. Here's why. By Ellie Schneider It's Australia’s most famous beach. Often the first port of call for backpackers, billionaires, surfers and sunbathers, Bondi's golden crescent and clear, turquoise waters never fail to impress. But there's more to love about Bondi than the sand and surf. A burgeoning food and bar scene, one-off fashion boutiques and luxury accommodation have made Bondi Beach one of the city's most glamorous destinations. In the side streets you'll find alfresco cafés, yoga schools and weekend markets, and down on the promenade things are action-packed. Stay awhile and you too will be hooked. HOW TO GET THERE Express buses run to Bondi Beach from  Sydney  city centre, and take about 30 minutes. Trains go from the city centre to Bondi Junction, which is a 10 minute bus or taxi ride from the beach.   Dine at lauded waterfront restaurants Spot whales along the Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk Go shopping at markets and boutiques Bondi Beach Highlights TOP THINGS TO DO IN BONDI BEACH Follow Sydney's most scenic walk Walk along the remarkable  Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk , which stretches for four kilometres (2.5 miles), curving between the clifftops of Bondi, Tamarama and Bronte. Take a dip in the photogenic  Bondi Icebergs  pool or the natural rockpool at the southern end of Bronte Beach. Stop to take in panoramic views across the Pacific Ocean, keeping an eye out for migrating whales between May and November. The Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk also sets the stage for more than 100 sculptures by Australian and international artists during  Sculpture by the Sea , which takes place in late October to early November.  Ride the rolling waves Bondi's protected waters are a great place to learn to surf.  Let’s Go Surfing  offers small group and private lessons for adults and kids, catering to beginner and intermediate surfers. Bondi is also the home of Australian surf lifesaving. The  Bondi Surf Bathers' Life Saving Club  formed in 1907 and is recognised as the oldest surf lifesaving club in the world. On Sunday mornings between October and March you can see the "nippers", Australia's future lifesavers, learning the ropes from as young as five years old. When swimming at Bondi Beach make sure to swim between the red and yellow flags. Hit the shops Bondi has become a sought-out shopping destination, with many fashion boutiques lining Gould Street, which runs parallel to the beachfront Campbell Parade. Pick up designer threads at  Tuchuzy , which houses a mix of international and cult Australian labels. Men can stock up on wardrobe staples at  The Academy Brand , while  Jac + Jack  is the go-to for sophisticated yet relaxed designers. If you're visiting at the weekend don’t miss the  Bondi Markets  (Sunday 10am-4pm), held in the grounds of the local public school, where you'll find locally made jewellery, homewares and vintage clothing. This is also the site of the  Bondi Farmers Market  (Saturday 9am-1pm), where many locals choose to do their weekly grocery shopping. Head here early and get breakfast from one of the many food stalls serving corn fritters, Vietnamese pho, grilled cheese sandwiches and a range of baked goods.    Dine with a view At either end of the beach's sweeping arc sit two of Bondi's most popular restaurants.  Icebergs Dining Room and Bar , at the southern end, is led by renowned restaurateur Maurice Terzini, and serves regional Italian cuisine wit


Who was the only golfer in the President's Cup tournament held at San Francisco in 2009 to win all 5 of his matches?

Augusta, home of the Masters, admits first female members | Reuters Mon Aug 20, 2012 | 6:25 PM EDT Augusta, home of the Masters, admits first female members 1/4 Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice attends the closing ceremonies of the Presidents Cup golf tournament in San Francisco, California in this file photo taken October 11, 2009. The Augusta National Golf Club, home of The Masters golf tournament, on Monday said it has admitted two women as members for the first time: former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice and financier Darla Moore. Reuters/Robert Galbraith/Files + 2/4 Martha Burk, chair of the National Council of Women's Organizations, speaks to a group protesting the male-only membership policy of the nearby Augusta National golf club in Augusta in this file photo taken April 12, 2003. The Augusta National Golf Club, home of The Masters golf tournament, on Monday said it has admitted two women as members for the first time: former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and financier Darla Moore. Reuters/Mike Segar/Files + 3/4 A spectator walks past the clubhouse during a practice round for the 2010 Masters golf tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia in this file photo taken April 7, 2010. The Augusta National Golf Club, home of The Masters golf tournament, on Monday said it has admitted two women as members for the first time: former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and financier Darla Moore. Reuters/Brian Snyder/Files + 4/4 U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice (R) applauds a putt at the AT&T National PGA Tour golf tournament at Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Maryland in this file photo taken July 5, 2008. The Augusta National Golf Club, home of The Masters golf tournament, on Monday said it has admitted two women as members for the first time: former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and financier Darla Moore. Reuters/Jonathan Ernst/Files + By Mark Lamport-Stokes Augusta National Golf Club, home of the Masters golf tournament, finally ended an all-male policy that had endured for 80 years when it announced on Monday that two women would be admitted as members for the first time. Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and financier Darla Moore will become the first women to don the renowned green jackets when the Augusta, Georgia, club re-opens for a new season in October. Augusta National's male-only status has drawn criticism for years. Ahead of this year's Masters tournament in April, President Barack Obama weighed in on the matter, saying through a spokesman that he believed women should be admitted. "This is a joyous occasion as we enthusiastically welcome Secretary Condoleezza Rice and Darla Moore as members of Augusta National Golf Club," Billy Payne, the club's chairman, said in a statement. Payne, who has refused in the past to speak publicly about membership matters, did not directly address the gender bar issue in his statement, saying only that it was a "significant and positive time" for the club and that Rice and Moore were subjected to the same review as other candidates. "Consideration with regard to any candidate is deliberate, held in strict confidence and always takes place over an extended period of time," Payne said. "The process for Condoleezza and Darla was no different." Obama had increased the pressure on Augusta National when he said in April that the club should admit women as members. "He welcomes this development, thinks it was too long in coming but obviously believes it's the right thing to do," White House spokesman Jay Carney told a news briefing on Monday. Rice, recently appointed to the U.S. Golf Association's nominating committee, said in a statement: "I have visited Augusta National on several occasions and look forward to playing golf, renewing friendships and forming new ones through this very special opportunity." Rice, 57, was national security adviser under former President George W. Bush before becoming the first black female secretary of state in his second term. In 2010, she became a fa


What book was published by Immanuel Kant in 1781?

Immanuel Kant (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy) Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy Immanuel Kant First published Thu May 20, 2010; substantive revision Mon Jan 25, 2016 Immanuel Kant (1724–1804) is the central figure in modern philosophy. He synthesized early modern rationalism and empiricism, set the terms for much of nineteenth and twentieth century philosophy, and continues to exercise a significant influence today in metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, political philosophy, aesthetics, and other fields. The fundamental idea of Kant's “critical philosophy” — especially in his three Critiques: the Critique of Pure Reason (1781, 1787), the Critique of Practical Reason (1788), and the Critique of the Power of Judgment (1790) — is human autonomy. He argues that the human understanding is the source of the general laws of nature that structure all our experience; and that human reason gives itself the moral law, which is our basis for belief in God, freedom, and immortality. Therefore, scientific knowledge, morality, and religious belief are mutually consistent and secure because they all rest on the same foundation of human autonomy, which is also the final end of nature according to the teleological worldview of reflecting judgment that Kant introduces to unify the theoretical and practical parts of his philosophical system. 1. Life and works Immanuel Kant was born April 22, 1724 in Königsberg, near the southeastern shore of the Baltic Sea. Today Königsberg has been renamed Kaliningrad and is part of Russia. But during Kant's lifetime Königsberg was the capital of East Prussia, and its dominant language was German. Though geographically remote from the rest of Prussia and other German cities, Königsberg was then a major commercial center, an important military port, and a relatively cosmopolitan university town.[ 1 ] Kant was born into an artisan family of modest means. His father was a master harness maker, and his mother was the daughter of a harness maker, though she was better educated than most women of her social class. Kant's family was never destitute, but his father's trade was in decline during Kant's youth and his parents at times had to rely on extended family for financial support. Kant's parents were Pietist and he attended a Pietist school, the Collegium Fridericianum, from ages eight through fifteen. Pietism was an evangelical Lutheran movement that emphasized conversion, reliance on divine grace, the experience of religious emotions, and personal devotion involving regular Bible study, prayer, and introspection. Kant reacted strongly against the forced soul-searching to which he was subjected at the Collegium Fridericianum, in response to which he sought refuge in the Latin classics, which were central to the school's curriculum. Later the mature Kant's emphasis on reason and autonomy, rather than emotion and dependence on either authority or grace, may in part reflect his youthful reaction against Pietism. But although the young Kant loathed his Pietist schooling, he had deep respect and admiration for his parents, especially his mother, whose “genuine religiosity” he described as “not at all enthusiastic.” According to his biographer, Manfred Kuehn, Kant's parents probably influenced him much less through their Pietism than through their artisan values of “hard work, honesty, cleanliness, and independence,” which they taught him by example.[ 2 ] Kant attended college at the University of Königsberg, known as the Albertina, where his early interest in classics was quickly superseded by philosophy, which all first year students studied and which encompassed mathematics and physics as well as logic, metaphysics, ethics, and natural law. Kant's philosophy professors exposed him to the approach of Christian Wolff (1679–1750), whose critical synthesis of the philosophy of G. W. Leibniz (1646–1716) was then very influential in German universities. But Kant was also exposed to a range of German and British critics of Wolff, and there were strong doses of Aristotelianism and Pietism represented in the phil


According the Bible, who was the cousin of Mordecai?

Who was Mordecai in the Bible? Who was Mordecai in the Bible?   Subscribe to our Question of the Week : Question: "Who was Mordecai in the Bible?" Answer: Mordecai is first introduced in Esther 2:5–7: “Now there was in the citadel of Susa a Jew of the tribe of Benjamin, named Mordecai son of Jair, the son of Shimei, the son of Kish, who had been carried into exile from Jerusalem by Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, among those taken captive with Jehoiachin king of Judah. Mordecai had a cousin named Hadassah, whom he had brought up because she had neither father nor mother. This young woman, who was also known as Esther , had a lovely figure and was beautiful. Mordecai had taken her as his own daughter when her father and mother died.” These verses note the following facts about Mordecai: 1) he was a Jew from the tribe of Benjamin , 2) he lived in Susa, the capital of Persia, 3) he had been taken captive by Nebuchadnezzar, and 4) he acted as a father to Esther. When Esther was selected as one of the virgins to possibly be the next queen of King Xerxes (or Ahasuerus), Mordecai advised her not to reveal her Jewish background (Esther 2:10). Esther was crowned queen (verse 17). In Esther 2:21–23, Mordecai, who worked at the palace gate, hears of an assassination plot against the king. Mordecai reports the plot to Esther, and the queen passes the intelligence on to Xerxes. The would-be assassins are stopped, and Mordecai’s name is recorded in the king’s chronicles as the one who took action to preserve the king’s life. Mordecai was hated by Haman , an Agagite who held a prominent office in the kingdom. Haman’s hatred was due to Mordecai’s refusal to bow in honor to him (Esther 3:5). As a Jew, Mordecai would only bow to the Lord God of Israel. Haman was not content with simply doing away with Mordecai, however: “Having learned who Mordecai’s people were, he scorned the idea of killing only Mordecai. Instead Haman looked for a way to destroy all Mordecai’s people, the Jews, throughout the whole kingdom of Xerxes” (verse 6). Haman spoke to the king and secured the king’s permission to annihilate the Jewish people on select date in the future. When Mordecai heard of the decree, he tore his clothing, put on sackcloth, and sat in ashes (Esther 4:1). Mordecai had been checking on Esther each day. When she discovered he was mourning, she inquired of the cause. Mordecai informed Esther of Haman’s plot against the Jews, telling her to go before the king and plead for the Jews’ lives (Esther 4:8). At this, Esther balked—she did not have freedom to enter the king’s presence without a summons; to approach the king uninvited was punishable by death (verses 9–10). Mordecai responded with logic: if she did not go before the king, she was dead anyway, for she herself was endangered by the king’s edict (verse 13). Mordecai ends his message to the queen with this famous statement: “Who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?” (verse 14). Esther agreed that she must break the Persian law that forbade access to the king, saying, “If I perish, I perish” (Esther 4:16). She fasted for three days and then entered the king’s presence uninvited. Xerxes received her graciously, however, and Esther took the opportunity to invite the king and Haman to a banquet (Esther 5:1–4). At the meal, the king asked Esther if she had a request, and Esther asked for their presence at another banquet the next night. Haman, who was ignorant of the queen’s ethnicity, was pleased to be honored with not one banquet but two. On the way home, he was “happy and in high spirits. But when he saw Mordecai at the king’s gate and observed that he neither rose nor showed fear in his presence, he was filled with rage against Mordecai” (verse 9). Once he arrived home, he issued an order to build a 75-foot-high gallows upon which to hang Mordecai (Esther 5:14). That night after Esther’s first meal, King Xerxes couldn’t sleep. As a sleep-aid, he had his chronicles read to him. It just so happened that the account of Mordecai’s thwarting the assassinat