What is the surname of 'Harry Potter's' schoolboy friend 'Ron'?

Harry Potter | Harry Potter Who's Who - Harry Potter Character Names - Harry Potter Books A Abbott, Hannah Hannah Abbott was a half-blood witch who was in the same year at Hogwarts as Harry Potter. A member of Dumbledore's Army. Agrippa Name of a wizard depicted on a Chocolate Frog Card. Aragog Name of a huge spider that lives in the Forbidden Forest. Aunt Marge Dudley Dursley's dreadful aunt, sister to Vernon Dursley and no friend of Harry's! B Bagman, Ludo Head of the Department of Magical Games and Sports at the Ministry of Magic. A former Quidditch player, he was a Beater on the Wimbourne Wasps team and played for England. He is large and blond, with a round, pink face. Bagnold, Millicent Retired Minister for Magic, a position next taken by Cornelius Fudge. Bagshot, Bathilda Author of A History of Magic. Bane One of the centaurs living in the Forbidden Forest. Barnabus the Barmy Figure depicted in a tapestry on the seventh floor of Hogwarts, opposite the usually concealed entrance to the Room of Requirement. Bell, Katie Chaser on the Gryffindor Quidditch team and a member of Dumbledore’s Army. Binns, Professor History of Magic teacher at Hogwarts. The only ghost teacher at the school. He fell asleep in front of the fire and “forgot to wake up”. Black, Alphard Sirius Black's uncle who died when Sirius was seventeen, leaving him 'a decent bit of gold'. Black, Mrs Sirius Black's deeply unpleasant mother was nastily prejudiced against anyone who was not a pure-blood wizard or witch. Her life-size portrait hangs in the hall of number twelve Grimmauld Place and shrieks vile insults whenever she's disturbed. A Permanent Sticking Charm prevents the portrait’s removal. Black, Phineas Nigellus Sirius Black's great-great-grandfather, and the least popular Headmaster that Hogwarts ever had. Black, Regulus Younger brother of Sirius, who was more favoured by his parents. He joined Voldemort's Death Eaters and was killed, probably because he realised the true horror of Voldemort's plans and tried to defect. Black, Sirius Imprisoned for mass murder but escaped from Azkaban. Nicknamed Padfoot when at school with Harry's father. Also known as Snuffles, from his Animagus form as a big black dog. Harry's godfather. Bloody Baron, the Resident ghost of Slytherin Tower. Boardman, Stubby Apparently lead singer of popular singing group The Hobgoblins, claimed by Doris Purkiss to be the real identity of Sirius Black. Bode, Broderick A sallow-skinned wizard with a mournful face and sepulchral voice, who works in the Department of Mysteries in the Ministry of Magic. Bones, Amelia Susan Aunt to Susan Bones. Also known as Madam Bones. Head of the Department of Magical Law Enforcement and a member of the Wizengamot. One of the interrogators at Harry's disciplinary hearing that takes place just before the start of his fifth year at Hogwarts. Bones, Edgar Brother to Amelia Susan Bones. A great wizard, and a member of the original Order of the Phoenix. Killed by Death Eaters. Bones, Susan A Hogwarts Hufflepuff student in the same year as Harry, and a member of Dumbledore’s Army. Niece of Amelia Susan Bones. Bozo Paunchy photographer for the ‘Daily Prophet’. Brown, Lavender Hogwarts pupil in the same year as Harry. She is in Gryffindor house and her best friend is Parvati Patil. A member of Dumbledore’s Army. Bryce, Frank Muggle killed by Voldemort. Frank worked as a gardener at Riddle House in the village of Little Hangleton. Buckbeak Cared for by Hagrid, Buckbeak is a Hippogriff, a large flying creature that is half-bird and half-horse. Bulstrode, Millicent Hermione Granger's duelling partner in the second-year duelling club. Millicent is in Slytherin house, in Harry’s year.  C Cadogan, Sir Knight from a portrait in the North Tower. Temporary guardian of Gryffindor Tower while the Fat Lady was being repaired. Chang, Cho Seeker for the Ravenclaw Quidditch team. A year above Harry, and a member of Dumbledore’s Army. Circe A witch depicted on a Chocolate Frog card. Clearwater, Penelope Percy Weasley's girlfriend, and a Prefect in Ravenclaw house during


Which Scottish football team moved home from Annfield to the Forthbank Stadium?

Nine bygone Scottish football grounds - The Scotsman Nine bygone Scottish football grounds Airdrie's Broomfield ground made way for a Safeway. Picture: Contributed 20:14 Tuesday 19 November 2013 Have your say ONE became a Morrisons supermarket. Another was turned into a housing development and a third made an appearance in a Hollywood film. Some of Scotland’s football stadiums are no longer with us. The likes of St Johnstone’s Muirton Park, and Love Street - home of St Mirren - were demolished and new stadiums built elsewhere. Others, like Cathkin Park, were left to the elements and over time have become overgrown and partially hidden, with terracing and crash barriers a sad, nostalgic reminder of the ground’s hey day. Here are nine of Scotland’s more prominent bygone grounds. Annfield (Stirling Albion) ANNFIELD was built by coal magnate Thomas Fergusson in 1945 to accommodate the new football team, Stirling Albion – and to replace the old Forthbank Park, which was destroyed during World War II by the only Luftwaffe bomb to fall on the town. Initially, Fergusson’s coal lorries were used as grandstands. The first match played there was against Edinburgh City, which Stirling won 8-3. Struggling financially and on the brink of bankruptcy, Albion sold Annfield to the local council in 1981, then rented it back. In 1984, the ground was the scene of the Scottish Cup’s record 20th Century score when Stirling defeated Selkirk 20-0. When the council decided that a traditional grass pitch was not profitable, a synthetic pitch was installed so, in 1987, Stirling Albion v Ayr United became the first senior match in Scotland to be played on an artificial surface. Around the same time, the main stand was demolished, as it was considered unsafe. With the cost of upgrading the ground prohibitive, Albion moved to their new Forthbank Stadium in 1993 and Annfield made way for a new housing development. Boghead Park (Dumbarton) AT THE time of its closure in 2000, Boghead was the oldest stadium in Scotland which had been in continuous use. Dumbarton had played there since 1879 and enjoyed the glory days when they shared the inaugural Scottish League Championship with Rangers, then became outright champions the following year. In 1913, the pitch was turned by 90 degrees, shortly followed by the construction of a tiny main stand nicknamed “The Postage Box” which contained only 80 seats. A record crowd of 18,001 saw a Scottish Cup tie against Raith Rovers in 1957. Latterly, the ground fell into disrepair and capacity was below 3,000 when Dumbarton moved to what is now the Bet Butler Stadium. Ironically, when Robert Duvall used Boghead as the home ground of his fictional team, Kilnockie FC, in the movie A Shot At Glory, featuring Ally McCoist in a prominent role, the film crew had to make improvements to the ground. Brockville (Falkirk) BROCKVILLE was the venue for the first televised floodlit match in Scotland when Falkirk entertained Newcastle United in a friendly match in 1953. Having housed the club since 1885, however – and posted a record attendance of 23,100 for a match against Celtic, also in 1953 – the ground fell into disrepair. When part of the Watson Street end was closed after being denied a safety certificate, the Hope Street end was divided into two sections to segregate home and away fans, separated by a metal “cage”. On several occasions, promotion to the Premier League was denied Falkirk because of Brockville’s inadequacies, most recently in 2003 when, having anticipated winning the First Division title – which was duly achieved – the club searched for a groundshare option, only to be denied again because SPL rules precluded it. Brockville was demolished that year and Fakirk spent one season sharing with nearby Stenhousemuir before moving to their new Falkirk Stadium. A Morrisons supermarket now stands on the site and displays a range of memorabilia, including an old Brockville turnstile which stands outside. Broomfield (Airdrieonians) After selling the ground to Safeway in 1994, Airdrieonians ended their 102-year stay at Broomf


Terminal Ileum - Anatomy Pictures and Information Home > Digestive System > Digestive System of the Lower Torso > Intestines > Terminal Ileum Terminal Ileum The terminal ileum is the distal end of the small intestine that intersects with the large intestine. It contains the ileocecal sphincter, a smooth muscle sphincter that controls the flow of chyme into the large intestine. Anatomy The terminal ileum is located on the right side of the abdominopelvic cavity in the umbilical and hypogastric regions. It is a tube about 1.25 to 1.5 inches (3 to 4 cm) long at the end of the ileum and terminates at the ileocecal sphincter.... Move up/down/left/right: Click compass arrows Rotate image: Click and drag in any direction, anywhere in the frame Identify objects: Click on them in the image 2D Interactive 3D Rotate & Zoom Change Anatomical System Change View Angle Full Terminal Ileum Description [Continued from above] . . . The ileocecal sphincter is a band of smooth muscle that controls the flow of chyme from the ileum into the cecum of the large intestine. Physiology Chyme is thoroughly processed by the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum before it enters the terminal ileum. It is then stored in the hollow lumen of the terminal ileum as it awaits the opening of the ileocecal sphincter. Small masses of chyme are pushed into the cecum by waves of peristaltic contraction of the walls of the terminal ileum coordinated with the opening of the ileocecal sphincter. While the chyme is stored, Peyer’s patches lining the walls of the terminal ileum examine the contents of the chyme for any potentially dangerous pathogens. Histology The walls of the terminal ileum are made of four distinct tissue layers surrounding the hollow lumen at its center. The innermost layer, the mucosa, contains epithelial cells whose function is specialized for the absorption of nutrients from chyme in the lumen. Masses of lymphatic tissue known as Peyer’s patches dot the surface of the mucosa to detect the presence of pathogens in the chyme. Surrounding the mucosa is the submucosa layer that contains the nerves and blood vessels, which support the other tissue layers of the terminal ileum. The muscularis layer surrounds the submucosa and contains bands of smooth muscle that contract in wave of peristalsis to move food through the terminal ileum and into the cecum. Finally, the serosa forms the outermost layer of the terminal ileum. Serosa is made of a smooth layer of simple squamous epithelial tissue and secretes a slippery liquid known as serous fluid. Serosa and serous fluid give the terminal ileum a slick, slimy surface to protect it from friction between organs and the walls of the abdominopelvic cavity. Prepared by Tim Taylor, Anatomy and Physiology Instructor


In the TV show 'The Simpsons', what is the name of the police chief?

Springfield Police Department | Simpsons Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Formerly Santa's Little Helper There were also at least five or six unnamed German Shepherd Dog members of the dog squad that Chief Wiggum had trained for events like citywide riots. However, they also hated Chief Wiggum due to his doing rather abusive acts toward the attack dogs like starving them, tasting them, and singing off key when in close proximity as part of "training" for such an event. This ultimately came back to haunt Wiggum when, during such a riot occurring as a result of the city being forced to purchase a Jimmy Carter statue instead of an Abraham Lincoln statue, Wiggum had released the dogs, only for the dogs to immediately attack and maul Wiggum instead as revenge. Uniform and Equipment Uniform The standard police uniform consists of a navy blue uniform shirt and pants with a black tie and black dress shoes. Springfield has a strict uniform hat policy that states officers must wear their peaked navy blue uniform hats. Officers also wear a light blue bulletproof vest often used during raids. In addition a duty belt is worn. Equipment Officers seem to use revolvers, pepper spray, "t" baton and handheld stun gun. They also carry pump action shotguns which is stored in cruisers. Officers conducting tactical operations also used automatic rifles and bolt action sniper rifles. In recent episodes, it shows that the officers are authorized to carry a number of sidearms. Chief Wiggum carries a revolver comparable to a Smith & Wesson Model 10, Sergeant Lou carries a Glock, and Officer Eddie carries a Berreta 92FS. Vehicles The standard patrol vehicles seem to be 1990 civilian vehicles with an all white or black and white type color scheme with the Springfield Police logo on the side doors. They also operate vans and tactical vehicles. Lights are diverse between a standard bar and two rotating beacons (red and blue or red and red) with a siren in the middle. Over all the SPD fleet seems badly underfunded and outdated. In " Much Apu About Something ", the department acquired a tank, which appeared during the parade. The tank would go on to destroy the Kwik-E-Mart , twice in the same episode. It was later obliterated after a failed attempt at destroying the new statue of Jebediah Springfield . Trivia


Which group had number one hits in the 1970's with 'Tiger Feet' and 'Oh Boy'?

MUD - I'M IN A BOY BAND - YouTube MUD - I'M IN A BOY BAND Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. The interactive transcript could not be loaded. Loading... Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on Feb 29, 2012 70's glam rockers MUD feature in a documentary about boy bands. Tiger Feet was one of three number ones songs for the group in the mid 1970's. Rob Davies and Ray Stiles are the two surviving members of the band. Lead singer Les Gray and drummer Dave Mount passed away far too soon in 2004 and 2006 but the music lives on...... Category


"""Createur d'automobiles"", is a slogan used by which car manufacturer?"

BBC NEWS | UK | Magazine | For the love of the car adverts For the love of the car adverts AD BREAKDOWN Magazine's review of advertising What does yours say about you? It's no secret that car owners like their prized vehicle to say something about them. And it's not just how flash they might be - one's car can, apparently, signal your whole attitude to life. Imagine the scene. As you walk down the road, a flashy car glides past. You comment to your companion: "Oooh look how open that person's mind is!" "Yeah, not bad," your pal replies. "But I saw a guy yesterday who really shifted my expectations. Not only that, but his girlfriend was staying curious." Life in the strange world of car slogans can be confusing. To move your mind, you'll need a Saab. To open your mind, however, you'd better have a Smart car. Want to shift expectations and you'll have to choose a Nissan. Staying curious will require a Suzuki. The vehicle you drive has long been seen as a symbol of your wealth, taste, style and - some would say - virility. Now it's becoming a symbol of your state of mind too. Adman Paul Glyde, who has worked on several car campaigns, says every car is to some extent aspirational in that all drivers want to make a point with what they are driving. "The classic thing you get in focus groups is people who say they don't care what they drive, so long as it got them from A to B. But in just saying that, they are already demonstrating a taste for cars - just like people who desperately want to be seen as conservative might wear a grey suit." Mr Average So Smart cars' promise to "Open your mind" is a crucial part of the appeal to drivers, says Glyde. "Anyone driving a Smart car has got to be used to being looked at and even laughed at. So they have got to think of themselves as being wider thinking than Mr Average." With an advert you're often flattering the person, making them think 'Good I made the right choice there' Paul Glyde Daily Telegraph motoring columnist Honest John, a former adman himself, is far from impressed. "How do they come up with this? It's rubbish. It's brain death. Whenever they roll it out, it goes straight over people's heads," he says. Like them or not, car adverts and their slogans do not appear by accident. The adverts are big budget high-profile set pieces and the slogans are a crucial piece of that, says Glyde, which creative folk will have sweated over long and hard. But, he says, car adverts aren't actually designed to get people to buy a new car. "They are designed to keep people buying the type of car they have already got. With an advert you're often flattering the person, making them think 'Good I made the right choice there' . Committed to brand "It's about massaging people's egos. Obviously you're also trying to get, for instance, a Ford Focus driver to choose a Vauxhall Corsa instead, but that's a much harder thing to do than persuading someone to stick with a decision they have already made." People get committed to their car brand, and it's the advertising's job to maintain that commitment. The Toyota advert- one of the few Honest John doesn't think is rubbish One other trend which may raise eyebrows in the next few weeks will be the new slogan for VW, the company which has been praised as being the most successful TV advertiser ever. With sales of its new Golf disappointing, although showing some signs of picking up, the company is dearly in need of some of its old ad magic. So the company is following the lead of Audi and Seat (both owned by the VW parent) and introducing a slogan in the car's native language. Audi long ago led the way with Vorsprung durch Technik ("Keeping ahead through technology") implying that people who understood the slogan had the edge on others who just shrugged their shoulders. Seat followed with Auto Emocion, a play on the words car, self, emotion and motion - (best translation suggestions are welcome to the.magazine@bbc.co.uk). Renault adopted the phrase Createur d'Automobiles, a slogan which even those with very basic French will be confident at making a sta


Gullet Synonyms, Gullet Antonyms | Thesaurus.com Cite This Source Word Origin & History gullet c.1300, from O.Fr. goulet, dim. of goule "throat, neck," from L. gula "throat," from PIE base *gel- "swallow" (cf. L. gluttire "to gulp down, devour," O.E. ceole "throat," O.C.S. glutu "gullet," O.Ir. gelim "I devour"). Example Sentences for gullet Note on one side, beginning at the anterior end, the buccal groove leading into the interior through the gullet. Then remove the veins and gullet, taking care not to tear them. Roaring Dick lowered his head, rammed it into Bob's chin, and at the same time reached for the young man's gullet with both hands. And he did, for down his gullet it went with very little effort. It is called the Pouter because it is in the habit of causing its gullet to swell up by inflating it with air. Well, suppose they did squeeze his gullet up there on a scaffold! You will come to a stream and a gullet and a road clipping into the hills from it to the right; go past that road. The only thing that sticks in my gullet is that fifty per cent. Their number appears considerable; the whole inside of the gullet is white with them. They have also strong teeth in the gullet, by which they can crush the shells of their prey.


What name is given to a shield or emblem within a flag?

Emblems and Heraldry Emblems and Heraldry By Måns Björkman Elves, Men, Dwarves, and even Maiar in Middle-earth are all known to  have used emblems, arms and heraldic devices of various kinds. These were used  to distinguish kingdoms, groups of people, or individuals, much in the same  way as in medieval Europe. Below I discuss and give examples of known heraldry  and emblems of Arda. The accompanying illustrations are either based on preserved  and published material, or reconstructed from written descriptions. The Elves had formulated rules or principles for the shaping of heraldic devices,  which can be summarized in the following way: Devices for males were placed within a lozenge. Devices for females were placed within a circle. Devices for families, houses or countries were placed within a square. The rank of the owner was shown by the number of "points" reaching   the outer rim of the device (see below ). Four points signified   a prince, six to eight signified a king. The oldest of the Elven kings, like   Finwe, could sometimes have as many as 16 points. [ 1 ] Origins and History The rules of heraldry were usually followed by both the Noldor and the Sindar,  which might indicate that they were already in existence (albeit in a crude  form) at Cuiviénen; but it is tempting to argue that at that time the  Elves were not yet culturally "sophisticated" enough for such ideas.  The rules may also have evolved over time, and become known by oral tradition  before recieving written form. If the rules were invented by the Noldor, which  would otherwise seem likely, it seems strange that the Sindarin heraldry follows  these rules, considering Thingol's anti-Noldorin politics. One thing that  supports the Noldor as being the originators of the rules is that the Noldorin  royals generally seem to have been given higher "status" in their  devices, according to the rules above. That the Sindar invented the rules must be considered a possibility; the Noldor  adopted the language of the Sindar when they arrived in Beleriand, so why not  the heraldry? Devices are known for Noldor who never had a chance to get aquainted  with the Sindar, but that might be explained with that those devices were created  at a later time; cf. Finwe's device . What was the original purpose of the Elvish heraldry? In medieval Europe,  heraldry was always connected with warfare: the knights needed a way to be easily  recognizable on the battle-field, even in full armour. The heraldic devices  thus had to be recognizable from a fair distance, invoking the necessity of  stylized symbols and strict use of colours. These demands were clearly not met  by the Elvish heraldry, which might either indicate that the devices weren't  originally intended for warfare (which seems like a possibility; see below)  or that the Elves had extremely good eyesight (which is known for a fact). Further, in early medieval Europe the shape of the devices was usually restricted  by the shield to which it was applied. Does this indicate that the Elves had  lozengal and round shields? Round shields are very common in the early civilizations  of the world, whereas lozengal shields are rare. The shape of a lozenge also  seems a little unpractical for defence purposes. The inevitable conclusion seems to be that the Elvish heraldry was not originally intended for identification in the battle plain (even though it may  have gained such a rôle in the later ages). More likely, its primary function  was to represent the kings and queens of Eldalie, and identify them in records  and art. Thus it seems even more likely that some or many of the devices were  constructed posthumously. Samples of Eldarin Heraldry A large number of Elvish heraldic devices has been preserved to this day. The  samples below are all based on these preserved and published illustrations. Finwe. Finwe's heraldic device shows a "winged sun", opposing Elwe 's device of a winged moon. Though Finwe actually died  before the first rising of the sun, he was the king of the Noldor t


Common salt is a compound formed from two elements, one is Sodium, which is the other?

salt: Characteristics and Classification of Salts salt Characteristics and Classification of Salts The most familiar salt is sodium chloride , the principal component of common table salt. Sodium chloride, NaCl, and water, H2O, are formed by neutralization of sodium hydroxide, NaOH, a base, with hydrogen chloride, HCl, an acid: HCl+NaOH→NaCl+H2O. Most salts are ionic compounds (see chemical bond ); they are made up of ions rather than molecules. The chemical formula for an ionic salt is an empirical formula; it does not represent a molecule but shows the proportion of atoms of the elements that make up the salt. The formula for sodium chloride, NaCl, indicates that equal numbers of sodium and chlorine atoms combine to form the salt. In the reaction of sodium with chlorine, each sodium atom loses an electron, becoming positively charged, and each chlorine atom gains an electron, becoming negatively charged (see oxidation and reduction ); there are equal numbers of positively charged sodium ions and negatively charged chloride ions in sodium chloride. The ions in a solid salt are usually arranged in a definite crystalline structure, each positive ion being associated with a fixed number of negative ions, and vice versa. A salt that has neither hydrogen (H) nor hydroxyl (OH) in its formula, e.g., sodium chloride (NaCl), is called a normal salt. A salt that has hydrogen in its formula, e.g., sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3), is called an acid salt. A salt that has hydroxyl in its formula, e.g., basic lead nitrate (Pb[OH]NO3), is called a basic salt. Since a salt may react with a solvent to yield different ions than were present in the salt (see hydrolysis ), a solution of a normal salt may be acidic or basic; e.g., trisodium phosphate, Na3PO4, dissolves in and reacts with water to form a basic solution. In addition to being classified as normal, acid, or basic, salts are categorized as simple salts, double salts, or complex salts. Simple salts, e.g., sodium chloride, contain only one kind of positive ion (other than the hydrogen ion in acid salts). Double salts contain two different positive ions, e.g., the mineral dolomite, or calcium magnesium carbonate, CaMg(CO3)2. Alums are a special kind of double salt. Complex salts, e.g., potassium ferricyanide, K3Fe(CN)6, contain a complex ion that does not dissociate in solution. A hydrate is a salt that includes water in its solid crystalline form; Glauber's salt and Epsom salts are hydrates. Salts are often grouped according to the negative ion they contain, e.g., bicarbonate or carbonate , chlorate , chloride , cyanide , fulminate , nitrate , phosphate , silicate , sulfate , or sulfide . Sections in this article:


County Essex Gazetteer   Essex, a maritime county of England, bounded on the N by Cambridge and Suffolk, on the E by the German Ocean, on the S by Kent, on the W by Middlesex and Herts. Its boundary line along a great part of the N is the river Stour, along all the S is the river Thames, along much of the W is the rivers Lea and Stort. Its outline is irregularly four-sided, the longest line along the N, the shortest along the S. Its greatest length from north-east to south-west is about 63 miles, its breadth from N to S is 50 miles, its circuit is about 225 miles, and its area is 987,028 acres, making it the tenth English county for size. Its coast is so irregular and broken that the exact length of it cannot easily be ascertained, but including all on the Thames, and not reckoning estuaries, may be estimated at about 105 miles. Its chief headlands are the Naze, 5 1/2 miles S of Harwich, Foulness at the mouth of the Crouch river, and Shoeburyness at the mouth of the Thames. Shoals of sands lie off some parts, and numerous inlands, situated within the general coast-line, and divided by only narrow belts of water from the interior tracts, diversify others.  The chief islands are Horsey near the Naze, Mersea at the mouth of Blackwater river, Wallasea and Foulness at the mouth of the Crouch river, and Canvey on the Thames. The seaboard is low, flat, and partly marshy, has suffered much devastation and fracture by encroachments of the sea, and except to a trifling extent at Harwich, Southend, and Purfleet, is protected from further injury by strong embankments. The tracts inland to the centre and further west are champaign, not totally flat but possessing many gentle hills and dales, and the tracts thence to the western boundary so roll and rise as to present continuous diversity of contour.  The highest grounds are Langdon Hill and Danebury Camp, and these have an altitude of about 620 feet. Much of the surface, from combination of natural feature and artificial embellishment, exhibits a pleasing and ever-varying succession of rural landscapes. The chief rivers, besides those which run on the boundaries, are the Colne, the Blackwater, the Chelmer, the Crouch, the Roding, the Ingerburn, the Wid, and the Brain. The geognostic formation of much of the seaboard is fresh water deposit, of most of the rest of the county is London clay, and of the tract around Castle Hedingham and Thaxted, and thence to the northern and western boundaries, is chalk. The soil throughout ths county is exceedingly various; on the seaboard both of the ocean and of the Thames is generally marshy with intermixture of gravel, in the district of the Rodings is strong wet loam, in the central and northern parts is variously strong and moist, light and loamy, in the western parts varies from tough clay upon brick earth to thin loam upon gravel, and in many places is either good meadow, light gravel, or rich loam. Much improvement has been done by draining, top-dressing, and other georgical practices. The farms are of many sizes, but may be stated to average from 150 to 200 acres, and some are held on lease at 7 to 14 years, but many are held by annual tenure. Wheat usually produces from 20 to 30 bushels per acre, barley about 34 bushels, oats about 36 1/2 bushels, beans about 27 bushels, potatoes about 300 bushels.  Carraway, coriander, and teasel are grown in a conjoint or treble crop, coming to maturity at different periods, and the first yields about 4 1/2 cwt., the second about 12 cwt., the third about 6000 heads. Vegetables for the London market, especially potatoes, cabbages, turnips, and pease, are grown so extensively in some of the south-western tracts as to give these almost the appearance of market-gardens. Cabbages and turnips are largely cultivated in other parts also as food for live stock, the artificial grasses likewise receive much attention, and mustard, cole-seed, and some other peculiar crops are grown on marsh lands. Saffron was formerly so prominent a product around Saffron-Walden as to give its name to that town. Hogs of a small su


Who has presented both 'Blue Peter' and 'The Money Programme'?

BBC - Press Office - Network TV Programme Information Week 42 Blue Peter Feature Programme copy (Blue Peter At 50) The Beginning 1. Blue Peter first aired on 16 October 1958 and transmitted for 15 minutes.   2. The first presenters were Christopher Trace and Leila Williams. Christopher Trace was the stand-in for Charlton Heston in blockbuster Ben-Hur and Leila Williams had been crowned Miss Great Britain the previous year.   3. Blue Peter was created by John Hunter Blair. Throughout the programme's 50-year history, there have been just six editors: Biddy Baxter, Lewis Bronze, Oliver Macfarlane, Steve Hocking, Richard Marson and the current editor Tim Levell.   4. The 50th anniversary edition of the show on 16 October will be programme number 4,406.   Ships and Songs   5. Blue Peter is named after the blue and white flag hoisted when a ship is ready to set sail from port. The reasoning for the choice is that the programme is intended to be a voyage of adventure and discovery for the viewers, constantly covering new topics.   6. The ship's symbol, the Blue Peter Galleon, was designed by much-loved TV artist Tony Hart, who received just £100 for his work – which is worth an estimated £1,537 in today's money. Had he been paid royalties they would have made him a millionaire.   7. The theme tune is called Barnacle Bill. There have been nine versions of the theme tune, and the latest arrangement was introduced for this year's series.   The Faces   8. There have been 34 Blue Peter presenters, including this year's new recruits, Helen Skelton and Joel Defries.   9. The longest-serving presenter was John Noakes, who presented the series for 12 and a half years and was 45 when he left. On one famous occasion, John was asked to drop his trousers for the show to show the bruises he had sustained during a bobsleigh film. According to his recollection, he realised that he was wearing his wife's underwear which he had put on by accident in the dark! On 17 May 1976, John Noakes collapsed in the studio due to exhaustion and Lesley Judd had to take over.   10. John Noakes's famous catchphrase was "Get Down Shep". In 1978, pop group The Barron Knights released a single of the same name which reached No. 44 in the charts.   11. Peter Duncan is the only presenter to do two stints on the show. He became a gold badge holder after he was made Chief Scout in Feb 2007.   12. Yvette Fielding was the youngest-ever presenter. She was 18 when she joined the series.   13. Sarah Greene met her husband, former TV presenter Mike Smith, through Blue Peter whilst being filmed learning to dive on the Mary Rose wreck.   14. The shortest-serving listed presenter was Anita West, who lasted for just four months before returning to her acting career.   15. The following stars applied to be become presenters but didn't make it: Kevin Whately, Sally James, Howard Stableford, Gail Porter, Jake Humphrey, Todd Carty and Sidney Sloane.   16. The famous Blue Peter badge was launched on 17 June 1963.   17. There are six types of badges – Blue, Green, Silver, Gold, Purple and Orange. Blue can be won by viewers sending in an interesting letter, poem, picture or story, or by appearing on the programme. Silver is for viewers who already have a blue but have to do something different to win one. Green is the environmental award, for viewers who make contributions on "green" subjects. Orange is given to viewers who have been either a winner or runner-up in a Blue Peter competition. The Gold badge is Blue Peter's highest award and is only given to people who have shown outstanding bravery and courage, or have represented their country in an international event. Introduced in 2006, the Purple badge is awarded to "Team Player" children who take an active role in the show, either by reviewing it, suggesting ideas for items or helping with audience research.   18. Famous Gold badge winners include Her Majesty The Queen, who received one in 2001, David Beckham, JK Rowling, Torvill and Dean and Bonnie the Blue Peter dog, who was given one on her retirement in 1991. It has also be


Which flavouring is added to Brandy and Egg yolk to make Advocaat?

FEATURES - ALCOHOL - WHAT ARE YOU DRINKING? - EXPATS.org.uk > HOME > FEATURES > ALCOHOL > WHAT ARE YOU DRINKING? WHAT ARE YOU DRINKING? Advocaat Advocaat is a traditional liqueur from Holland made from egg yolks, brandy, sugar and vanilla. Warninks Advocaat has been made in Holland since 1616 and was one of the original producers of advocaat. Warninks Advocaat is full bodied and sweet with a custard-like consistency and creamy texture with aromas of vanilla. It is a classic brand that is enjoyed in many cocktails as well as neat or on the rocks. Amarula Cream Amarula Cream originates from South Africa where the marula fruit grows wild on the Savannah. The marula tree produces an abundant crop of pale yellow egg shaped fruit and plays a unique role in tribal legend. It is also known as 'The Marriage Tree' - to this day tribal weddings take place beneath its branches and the fruit is believed to have aphrodisiac properties as well as featuring in African fertility rites. The marula fruit attracts many animals - especially elephants. To produce Amarula Cream Liqueur, the marula fruit is gathered and the flesh pulped, sweetened and fermented. The resulting 'marula spirit' is then matured in oak casks for 3 years. The spirit is then blended with fresh cream to create a smooth distinctive cream liqueur. Angostura Bitters Angostura is made in Trinidad and Tobago from plant and herb extracts, which are bitter in their natural state, distilled in natural alcohol. Angostura was originally formulated to be used as a tonic to improve the appetite and digestion. It is still used for this purpose by the Trinidadians (they swear by hot water and a few dashes of Angostura for an upset stomach), but it is more commonly used as a flavour enhancer, not only in drinks, but also in cooking. It is bright burgundy in colour, with a distinct herby flavour. Apricot Brandy To produce Apricot Brandy, top quality ripe apricots are sliced and macerated in pure neutral alcohol to extract their flavour and colour. Natural herb essences, brandy and sugar are added to intensify the flavours, creating a drink that is intensely fruity, with a sort of butterscotch sweetness. Bï¿½nï¿½dictine Bï¿½nï¿½dictine is a unique liqueur first created in 1510 as a medicinal elixir by Dom Bernardo Vincelli - a Bï¿½nï¿½dictine monk at the Abbey of Fï¿½camp in Normandy, France. During the French Revolution the recipe was lost but in 1863 a local wine merchant called Alexandre Le Grand found the recipe and began to produce it commercially. In homage to the creator of the liqueur - he named it Bï¿½nï¿½dictine. Made from 27 different herbs and spices such as vanilla, aloe, thyme, nutmeg and cloves, the recipe for Bï¿½nï¿½dictine remains a closely guarded secret to this day. Blue Curaï¿½ao Curaï¿½ao liqueurs are made from dried peel of the small bitter Curaï¿½ao orange, named after the island of Curaï¿½ao in the Caribbean. Curaï¿½ao liqueurs can be either clear, blue or orange. The colours are purely decorative, but the flavour is more or less the same, of bitter orange. Bourbon Bourbon is American whiskey which is made from at least 51% corn. It is most commonly made in the southern states of the USA, particularly Kentucky and Tennessee. All Bourbon is aged for at least 2 years in new white oak barrels which have been burnt on the insides. This is known as ‘charring’, and it gives the whiskey its characteristic flavours of caramel and vanilla. Campari Campari is a bright red drink, traditionally drunk as an aperitif. It is made using 68 different herbs and spices, and the bitter peel of citrus fruits. It has an intensely bitter-sweet flavour. Champagne Only sparkling wine made in the region of Champagne in France can be called Champagne. The grapes are harvested and yeast is added to the grape juice to induce fermentation. Sugar and yeast are then added to the wine a second time before bottling, which allows a second fermentation to occur in the bottle. It is this second fermentation which produces the characteristic bubbles, and the remaining yeast gives Champagne its uniq


Which British artist was responsible for the 1995 work, 'Everyone I Have Ever Slept With'?

Everyone I Have Ever Slept With 1963–1995, 1995 - Tracey Emin - WikiArt.org - encyclopedia of visual arts Everyone I Have Ever Slept With 1963–1995 it is a historically significant artwork the image is only being used for informational and educational purposes the image is readily available on the internet the image is a low resolution copy of the original artwork and is unsuitable for commercial use More … WikiArt.org allows unlimited copying, distributing and displaying of the images of public domain artworks solely. We use here Copyright term based on authors' deaths according to U.S. Copyright Law, that is 70 years. In other countries, the duration of copyright term may differ. Please check here copyright length according to your country's legislation before you consider reproducing images borrowed from Wikipaintings.org Artworks protected by copyright are supposed to be used only for contemplation. Images of that type of artworks are prohibited for copying, printing, or any kind of reproducing and communicating to public since these activities may be considered copyright infringement. Tracey Emin


Whose autobiography is entitled 'Memoirs Of An Unfit Mother'?

I've lied about my daughter for 30 years, reveals Anne Robinson - Telegraph I've lied about my daughter for 30 years, reveals Anne Robinson By Hugh Davies 12:01AM BST 06 Oct 2001 ANNE ROBINSON describes for the first time today how she lost custody of her daughter when a judge ruled that she was an unfit mother. In an interview in the Telegraph magazine, The Weakest Link presenter admits that she has lied for nearly 30 years about her divorce from her first husband, Charles Wilson, former editor of The Times. Robinson, whose autobiography, Memoirs of an Unfit Mother, is about to be published, has always insisted that she was awarded joint custody of Emma, then two. In fact, the late Sir Neville Faulks gave sole care to Wilson. Her lie was to save face, she said, after her humiliation in court four of the Family Division of the Law Courts in 1973. "I was an alcoholic and the judge was a well-known drunk," she said. But Sir Neville, even though it was evident that she needed help, ignored her addiction. Related Articles


Which company introduced the first waterproof watch in 1927?

The History of Rolex - The Vintage Watch Company The History of Rolex 1905 Hans Wilsdorf founds London branch In 1905, at the age of 24, Hans Wilsdorf founded a company in London specialising in the distribution of timepieces. 1908 The Name Rolex was born Hans Wilsdorf wanted his watches to bear a name that was short, easy to say and remember in any language, and which looked good on watch movements and dials. The Name Rolex was born. 1920 1920s Deco Diamond Rolex During the 1920s and 1930s Rolex made some Exceptionally Beautiful Diamond pieces, hand wound and fitted with Silk Moiré straps for the evening. These pieces are very special and Rare and evoke all the glamour and craftsmanship of the Deco Period. 1927 Mercedes Gleitze Swims The Channel 1927 a Rolex Oyster crossed the English Channel, worn by a young English swimmer named Mercedes Gleitze. The swim lasted over 10 hours and the watch remained in perfect working order at the end of it. 1931 The First Self-Winding Automatic Mechanism In 1931, Rolex invented and patented the world's first self-winding Automatic mechanism with a Perpetual rotor. 1945 The First Datejust The year 1945 saw the birth of the Datejust, the first self-winding wrist to indicate the date in a window on the dial. 1952 Elizabeth II Became Queen In 1952 Queen Elizabeth II became Queen in 1952 at the age of 21, she is recognised as the longest reigning monarch in English history. Vintage Watch Company wishes to congratulate the Queen on this auspicious occasion. 1953 Everest In 1953, Sir John Hunt’s expedition, in which Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay reached the summit of Mount Everest, was equipped with Oyster Perpetuals. 1953 The Explorer 1953 The Submariner Launched in 1953, the Submariner was the first divers’ watch waterproof to a depth of 100 metres (330 feet).  Its rotatable bezel allows divers to read their immersion time. 1955 The GMT-Master The GMT-Master was developed to meet the specific needs of airline pilots. It became the official watch of several airlines, among them the famous Pan American World Airways, better known as Pan Am. Its most distinguishing visual feature was the two-tone bezel which marked daytime from nighttime hours. 1956 The Day-Date In 1956, the Oyster Perpetual Day-Date made its debut. It was the first wristwatch to display the date and day of the week. 1956 Milgauss The Milgauss, introduced in 1956, was designed to meet the demands of the scientific community and is capable of withstanding magnetic fields of up to 1,000 gauss. 1963 The Cosmograph Daytona Launched in 1963 as a new-generation chronograph, the Cosmograph soon gained the name that became the mark of an icon: Daytona. Designed as the ultimate tool for endurance racing drivers, the Cosmograph Daytona was robust, waterproof and featured a tachymetric scale on the bezel for calculating average speed. The 1st Submariner With Date 1967 The Sea-Dweller 1967 saw the launch of the Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller, waterproof to a depth of 610 metres. To meet the needs of professional deep-sea divers, the case was equipped with a helium escape valve. 1971 The Explorer II Rolex presented the Oyster Perpetual Explorer II. The watch featured a distinctive 24-hour hand, an invaluable aid around the poles and beneath ground when you can't tell night from day. 1970s Stella Dial Rolex In the 1970s Rolex Introduced a Collection of Day Date and Datejust Models with Highly Unusual Lacquer and Stone Dials. Originally designed for the Middle East Market they have now grown in popularity the World Over. We showcase a Unique Collection of these so called "Stella" Dial Rolexes. We match them to their identical coloured Alligator Skin Strap enhancing the wearability of these Unique Pieces. Late 1970s Rolex Crown Collection Each Highly jewelled piece was made with Unique Reference Numbers relating to the Precious Stones used. Most pieces were made to order allowing the client to experiment with choice of Unique Dial, Bezel and Bracelet culminating in truly unique and Now highly sort after pieces. To own a RolexCrownCol


Which motor manufacturer produces the 'Felicia' model?

1961 Skoda Felicia 994 specifications, information, data, photos 45221 1961 Skoda Felicia technical specifications Tweet Introduction The Skoda Felicia is a convertible/cabriolet-bodied road car with a front positioned engine powering the rear wheels. Its 4 cylinder, overhead valve naturally aspirated engine has 2 valves per cylinder and a volume of 1.1 litres. For this model it produces power and torque figures of 53 bhp (54 PS/40 kW) at 5000 rpm and 74 Nm (55 lbft/7.5 kgm) at 3500 rpm respectively. The engine powers the wheels via a 4 speed manual 'box. It weighs a claimed 863 kg at the kerb. Maximum speed claimed is 137 km/h (85 mph). 1961 Skoda Felicia data


'Pixie', 'Hispi' and 'Primo' are all types of which vegetable?

Types of Cabbage – Growing Cabbages All Year Round – Allotment & Gardens Home › Vegetable Growing › Growing Cabbage – How to Grow Cabbage › Types of Cabbage – Growing Cabbages All Year Round Types of Cabbage – Growing Cabbages All Year Round Cabbages have formed an important part of our diet for thousands of years as a staple food, rich in vitamin C, both in Europe and the far-east. It is possible to have fresh cabbage all the year round (assuming the snow isn’t too deep or the ice too thick!) Cabbage Minicole From the original wild ancestors we’ve bred varieties that mature at different times, are tight headed or loose and green leafed or red. Cabbages are defined by when they are ready for harvest; Spring, Summer and Winter although Summer cabbages will stretch on into autumn. White (green cabbages are known as white for some reason) varieties are ideal for coleslaw and all cabbages will make sauerkraut. Red cabbages are great for pickling but fine cooked or even raw in salads Ball-head cabbages will happily store on slatted shelves in a cool, dry and dark larder for months. Slatted shelves allow airflow or you can hang them in nets. Before storing, remove loose outer leaves and the inevitable slug hiding in there as well! A quick rub with salt is a good idea to catch any slugs you’ve missed. Spring Cabbage Spring Cabbage Spring cabbages are usually sown in July and August being planted out in September and October to slowly grow over the winter and be harvested from late February through to the beginning of June. They tend to be conical in shape and quite loose leaved. You’ll often find them referred to as spring greens or collards. In windy areas, earth up around the stem and compress the soil with your foot to ensure the plants are stable and don’t suffer root rock. Alternatively shield from the wind with windbreak netting or grow in tunnels under windbreak netting. Summer Cabbage Summer Cabbage Usually these cabbages have the leaves tightly compressed into a ball and are known as ball-headed or drumhead cabbages. They’re sown from mid-February under glass to mid-May being planted out in May and June to provide a harvest from late June to November although more usually August and September are the prime harvesting months. Most tend to be round in shape like a ball made of tight packed leaves although the Greyhound and Hispi varieties are conical like spring cabbages. Winter Cabbage Winter Cabbage The winter cabbages are generally sown in late April through May, to be planted out in July so as to provide a harvest from November right through to March. They’re ball or drum-headed and obviously very hardy. In cold areas it’s worth checking how resistant the individual variety is to cold weather. In cold areas go for varieties like Tundra that can cope with most anything the British winter can throw at it. Savoy Cabbage Savoy Cabbage The savoy type of cabbage is essentially a ball head cabbage but the leaves are crinkled rather than smooth. Sowing and planting are just like winter cabbages except the cutting season tends to be a little longer. Some faster maturing varieties are ready as early as September and some will hold in the ground until the beginning of April Many people prefer the texture and flavour of savoy cabbages to smooth ones. Red Cabbage Red Cabbage Red cabbage is traditional for pickling although you can pickle white varieties. Red cabbage is superb for adding some colour to a boring winter salad when shredded finely. Cooked it adds colour as well as flavour to a meal – try this method of cooking cabbage . Grow just like a summer cabbage, sowing in April, planting in June and harvest in September. They will hold a while in the ground or can be stored for a few months as with white ball-head cabbages. Chinese Cabbage Chinese Cabbage Chinese cabbage, also known as Pak Choy and often called Chinese leaves in supermarkets are the odd one out in the cabbage family. They look more like a cos lettuce than a cabbage. The cultivation method is completely different than conventional cabbage as well, they do not l


"Who first said or wrote,""To err is human, to forgivedivine""?"

Quote by Alexander Pope: “To err is human, to forgive, divine.” “To err is human, to forgive, divine.” Read more quotes from Alexander Pope Share this quote: Friends Who Liked This Quote To see what your friends thought of this quote, please sign up! 2491 likes


Which Director links the films, 'Far And Away', 'Backdraft' and 'The Grinch Who Stole Christmas'?

Ron Howard Director Universal Pictures Film Montage - YouTube Ron Howard Director Universal Pictures Film Montage Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Published on Feb 5, 2015 A montage of Universal films by Director, Ron Howard. Parenthood How The Grinch Stole Christmas A Beautiful Mind ©2007 Universal Studios Hollywood ( http://www.universalstudioshollywood.com ) Posted for entertainment and educational purposes only. No copyrights infringed. All works property of the company listed above. Please do not reproduce without their expressed written consent. Category


The 'Argun' and'Khotan' are rivers in which country?

The Argun River - WorldAtlas.com Geography The Argun River The Argun flows for a total of 1,007 miles between the Zabaykalsky Krai in Russia and Inner Mongolia of China. Wetlands along the Argun River. 5. Description The Argun flows for a total of 1,007 miles between Zabaykalsky Krai in Russia and Inner Mongolia of China. Its name simply means "wide" in the Mongolian language, and the Argun is also sometimes known by its second, alternative name of the Hailar River. More than half of the river's distance runs along between the Russian and Chinese border, doing so for 587 miles, and ends as it merges with the Shilka River to form the Amur River, which separates Northeast China and Far East Russia. The river originates from the Kherlen River, 121 miles from Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, and flows freely amidst a wide valley. The Argun has additional water supplies from rainwater, such as that from Hulun Lake's overflow during the rainy season. 4. Historical Role In “The History of the Mongols and Tartars,” the banks of the Argun River are mentioned as being the location of the home of the Prince of the Kalka Mongols after they were thrown out of China in 1368 by the founder of the Ming dynastic family, Hong Vu. The Kalkas then settled back in Mongolia, where, according to the same book, “they returned to the roving and sordid life of their ancestors.” It is said that the Kalkas took their tribe name from the Kalka River, which originates from the Suelki Mountain. After the Ming rule of China ended, the Manchus took over, and they also made the Argun River their border with Russia. 3. Modern Significance In both 1692 and 1719, Russia tried to secure its Siberian border along the Chinese-occupied Mongolia. Tzar Peter I sent his diplomats to China to set the borders of the two countries, but nothing came out of these actions. Then, in 1727, Count Raguzinskii was able to make an agreement with the Chinese government with the signing of the Russo-Chinese Kiakhta Peace Treaty. This treaty gave Russia security over its borders, and opportunities for further explorations of southern Siberia where nomadic tribes lived. However, Russia was not able to utilize the Amur River as a commercially viable waterway. Russia was, however, able to extend its territories further south of the Argun River to include much land owned by tribesmen, as well as that across the Bering Strait including Alaska in what is now part of the United States. 2. Habitat The Argun River is home to many fish species. However, despite such food sources throughout, cranes prefer the Argun River's Daurian wetlands as their home, as "the wetter the better" seems to describe the preferences for these birds. Migrating birds make prolonged stops and temporary homes in and around the Argun-Daurian wetlands. These wetlands have some grasslands as well which have long been important for livestock grazing by domesticated animals. The Argun River Basin is composed of the Hulun Lake system and the streams of the Argun and Hailar Rivers. The Argun area has vascular plants, birds, mammals, and fish all throughout it. Salmon and sturgeon that reach enormous sizes also abound here. However, in recent decades, there has been evidence of an increased widening of the river, and wetlands have been lost as result. This has been problematic from an environmental standpoints, as these serve as the habitats for many different species of birds and other animals. 1. Threats and Disputes Border disputes between China and Russia in the Argun region had always been resolved amicably without the threat of use of force until the Demansky Island Skirmish in 1969. The Cold War then brought the two countries' relations to a halt. In 1911, following the mapping of a median line to the main water channel in the Argun River, mapmakers were helped in finding the demarcation line between the two countries. Another issue, however, occurred regarding international boundaries, when the old water channels of the river dried up, exposing the sandbanks and islets of the river. This moved the Abagaitu sandbars to the


In nautical terms, what is the process of binding the endof a rope to stop it from fraying?

Whipping Boat Ropes Blocks PVC tape is fine just for wrapping around the rope to contain the strands prior to cutting it. However, a whipped-end is not only the best looking way to finish a rope end but if done properly it will outlast other methods. A common whip is fine in most cases but for lines which require a more secure, longer lasting end the sailmaker’s whip is more robust. Common Whipping Of the several methods used for binding a line end, the easiest to do is the common whip. This doesn't require any tools and can be used with either three-strand or braided line, but it does have the disadvantage that if handled often it can become loose and slip off. The video below will probably give you a better idea of the process. However, the basic steps are to start with a loop of the twine that is at least twice as long as the diameter of the rope. Lay the loop along the rope with the loop toward the bitter end of the rope and the short end extending down the length of rope (standing end). Begin wrapping the twine around both the rope and the bight in the twine, starting from the base of the loop, leaving the end of the loop showing. Pull each turn tight and snug as you go along. Keep winding until close to the end of the loop. Cut the twine with then slip the end through the loop. Now if you pull on the short end of the loop this should pull the cut end of the twine through under the windings. Finish off with a buried reef knot. You can finish with several reef knots or half hitches then pull these through the rope or under the bindings with a needle so that they are neatly buried. Trim the line close to the whip and if using synthetic rope melt the end as well. Sailmaker's Whipping The Sailmaker's-Whip is more secure because it is ‘sewn’ into, rather than just wound onto, the rope. Again, there are many different variations on this basic theme. Essentially, the binding turns are held in place by frapping turns which both grip the rope and prevent the whipping from unwinding. Bainbridge Speedy Stitcher Sewing Awl This method can be used on braided as well as three stranded rope. It is possible do a sailmaker's whipping on three stranded rope with out a needle by opening the strands to pass the twine around them. However, a large sailmaker’s needle will make the job easier. I prefer to use my ‘Speedy Stitcher’, the large wooden handle makes it so much easier to handle and apply leverage. With three strand rope it is easy to decide where to lay the frapping turns, along the groove between the rope strands. Three frapping turns is also normal with braided rope just take care to place the frapping turns evenly around the binding. Bainbridge Handcrafted Leather Sailmaker's Palm On smaller braided ropes just two sets of frapping turns on opposite sides is quite acceptable. With three strand rope begin by separating the strands of the rope for approximately twice the rope diameter. Form a loop in the whipcord then pass this over one of the rope strands. The short end of the twine should then be wound inside the windings along the groove between the rope strands. When you have sufficient windings use either a fid to lift the strand of the rope or the ‘Speedy Stitcher’ to reeve the twine under the rope strand. Pull the twine tight. Lay the twine over the original groove between strands, then pull the twine between the ends of the rope strands so that the twine is around the rope strand to the left of the original groove. Pull the twine tight. Use the fid or ‘Speedy Stitcher’ to reeve the ends of the twine behind the next strand to the left at the other end of the whipping. Pull the twine tight. When you have done all three strands bring the tail of the twine to the end of the rope. Finally tie a reef knot or two using the tail and working ends of the twine. Then knots are pulled through the rope to bury the ends. Use the same technique with braded line except that you won’t be able to separate strands with a fid but will have to use a needle to ‘sew’ the frapping turns. With braded rope you won’t have the twist of the strands


Where in the human body would you find the 'Inferior Concha'?

nasal concha | anatomy | Britannica.com Nasal concha See Article History Alternative Titles: turbinal, turbinate Nasal concha, also called Turbinate, or Turbinal, any of several thin, scroll-shaped bony elements forming the upper chambers of the nasal cavities. They increase the surface area of these cavities, thus providing for rapid warming and humidification of air as it passes to the lungs. In higher vertebrates the olfactory epithelium is associated with these upper chambers, resulting in keener sense of smell . In humans, who are less dependent on the sense of smell, the nasal conchae are much reduced. The components of the nasal conchae are the inferior, medial, superior, and supreme turbinates. Learn More in these related articles: in primate (mammal): Snouts, muzzles, and noses ...or olfaction. To a great extent, visual acuity and manual dexterity have replaced the sensitive, inquiring nose found in so many nonprimate mammals. A marked reduction in the complexity of the nasal concha (“scroll” bones of the nose), the richness of the innervation of the olfactory mucous membrane, and the sensitivity of the moist tip of the nose—the rhinarium—are... in human respiratory system: The nose ...the nasal cavity is formed by the palate, which also forms the roof of the oral cavity. The complex shape of the nasal cavity is due to projections of bony ridges, the superior, middle, and inferior turbinate bones (or conchae), from the lateral wall. The passageways thus formed below each ridge are called the superior, middle, and inferior nasal meatuses. in nose ...section, within and above each nostril, is called the vestibule. Behind the vestibule and along each outer wall are three elevations, running generally from front to rear. Each elevation, called a nasal concha or turbinate, hangs over an air passage. Beside and above the uppermost concha is the olfactory region of the nasal cavity. The rest of the cavity is the respiratory portion. The... 5 References found in Britannica Articles Assorted References Corrections? Updates? Help us improve this article! Contact our editors with your feedback. MEDIA FOR: You have successfully emailed this. Error when sending the email. Try again later. Edit Mode Submit Tips For Editing We welcome suggested improvements to any of our articles. You can make it easier for us to review and, hopefully, publish your contribution by keeping a few points in mind. Encyclopædia Britannica articles are written in a neutral objective tone for a general audience. You may find it helpful to search within the site to see how similar or related subjects are covered. Any text you add should be original, not copied from other sources. At the bottom of the article, feel free to list any sources that support your changes, so that we can fully understand their context. (Internet URLs are the best.) Your contribution may be further edited by our staff, and its publication is subject to our final approval. Unfortunately, our editorial approach may not be able to accommodate all contributions. Submit Thank You for Your Contribution! Our editors will review what you've submitted, and if it meets our criteria, we'll add it to the article. Please note that our editors may make some formatting changes or correct spelling or grammatical errors, and may also contact you if any clarifications are needed. Uh Oh There was a problem with your submission. Please try again later. Close Date Published: July 20, 1998 URL: https://www.britannica.com/science/nasal-concha Access Date: January 20, 2017 Share


In 1937 which company introduced, in Switzerland, a greatly improved version of instant coffee?

Food Timeline: 1936 to 1940 - Food History Events An extensive selection of free food, beverage & agricultural magazines, e-books, etc. for qualified professionals FOOD HISTORY TIMELINE 1936 to 1940 1936 Warner Bros. Loony Tunes character 'Porky Pig' makes his debut. 1936 William Horlick died (born 1846). Manufacturer of food for infants and invalids, he created and patented (1883) a new formulae named  'Diastoid' - later renamed and trademarked as 'malted milk' which found new and unexpected uses and markets. 1936 The last Tasmanian Tiger died at the Hobart Zoo in Tasmania, Australia. This dog-like marsupial was systematically exterminated as an undesirable predator of farm animals. 1936 Jim Henson, puppeteer was born on September 24. Creator of the 'Muppets' - including Miss Piggy and the Cookie Monster. 1936 Cunard line’s ‘Queen Mary’ set sail on her maiden voyage. 1936 The first 32 ounce quart beer cans appeared. 1936 Ivan Petrovich Pavlov died.  Pavlov's work with dogs actually started as a study of digestion.  He theorized that digestion was controlled in part by sensory inputs of sight, smell and taste - and as he discovered, ding-ding - sound; 'conditioned reflex.' 1936 Canned beer is sold to the public in Britain for the first time, by Felinfoel Brewery in Wales. 1936 A patent was granted for the first bottle with a screw cap to Edward Ravenscroft of Glencoe, Illinois. 1936 Sylvan Goldman & Fred Young invented the first shopping cart. 1936 Rural Electrification Act (REA) greatly improves the quality of rural life. 1936 The 5th Avenue candy bar was introduced. 1936 Louis Ballast of Denver, Colorado was given a trademark for the name 'cheeseburger' in 1936.  He never enforced it though. 1936 The Cobb salad was invented by Robert Cobb at his Brown Derby Restaurant in Hollywood, California. 1936 In Georgia, William Stuckey sets up a roadside stand to sell homegrown pecans and homemade candy. 1936 Congress approved the 40-hour work week. 1936 The first American blue cheese plant was founded by Felix Frederickson in 1936 in Faribault, Minnesota. 1936 Wally Amos, Jr. born. Originator of Famous Amos Chocolate Chip Cookies. He sold the name, and now makes Uncle Noname chocolate chip cookies. 1936 Henry F. Phillips patented the  Phillips-head screw and screwdriver. 1936 The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is invented. It is a giant hot dog on wheels. Invented by Carl Mayer, nephew of Oscar Mayer, it was built by General Body Company at Chicago, Illinois. There are now a fleet of six.  www.oscar-mayer.com 1936 The Army Subsistence Research Laboratory opened. It was devoted solely to developing foods for the Army. One of its first products was the 'Logan Bar,' developed by Paul P. Logan, used in the Army's emergency 'D Ration.' 1936 The first patent was issued for a commercial scale hydroponic system for plant culture (a 'hydroponicum'). Ernest Walfrid Brundin and Frank F. Lyon received the patent on the system they had set up the previous year. 1936 Harland Sanders is made an honorary Kentucky Colonel by governor Ruby Laffoon in recognition of his contributions to the state's cuisine. 1936 Cola flavored Jell-O was introduced. It didn't sell and was dropped after about one year. 1936 Fredy Girardet was born.  Swiss chef, he is considered one of the greatest chefs in the world, and his restaurant in Crissier, Switzerland one of the best in the world. 1936 'Horse Eats Hat' opened at Maxine Elliott's Theatre in New York City. 1937 Life magazine removed its logo from the cover to feature a full cover photo of a White Leghorn Rooster's head by innovative photographer Torkel Korling. 1937 The first annual meeting of the General Wildlife Foundation, becoming the National Wildlife Federation in 1938. 1937 Antonio Carluccio was born. Italian chef, restaurateur and cookbook author. TV show 'Antonio Carluccio's Italian Feast' 1937 Charles E. Hires died on July 31.  Manufacturer and creator of Hires Root Beer. 1937 Marcel Boulestin became the first television cook when he presented the first of the Cook’s Night Out programmes on the BBC. 1937


The £1.00 note ceased to be legal tender in which year?

November 12, 1984: End of the road for the pound note - BT   November 12, 1984: End of the road for the pound note Chancellor Nigel Lawson consigned the pound note to history after 187 years - to be replaced by the longer-lasting, if less popular, pound coin.   Print this story On November 12, 1984, Chancellor of the Exchequer Nigel Lawson called time on the pound note after 187 years. Lawson said the note, first issued in 1797 in response to shortages of gold coins during the French Revolutionary wars, would be phased out following the introduction of the £1 coin in April 1983. Although the pound note was expected to be withdrawn soon after the coins became legal tender, the £1 coins and notes had existed side-by-side for 18 months after Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher had told MPs in the Commons that the new coin was not very popular. Lawson, giving his Autumn Budget Statement to the House, pointed out that while the coins were slightly more expensive to produce, they did last more than 50 times longer than their paper equivalents – some 40 years for coins as opposed to just nine months for the paper banknotes. The Chancellor said that the last pound notes would be issued at the end of 1984, and that the notes would cease to be legal tender at the end of 1985. That date was later amended and the last pound note – featuring Sir Isaac Newton – wasn’t withdrawn from circulation until March 1988. Do you miss the pound note, or do you think it’s time we had a £5 coin? Let us know in the Comments section below. The pound note – Did you know? The original pound note was introduced in 1797 – alongside a £2 bill. The £2 coin was to follow the pound coin into circulation 201 years later in 1998. From their reintroduction in 1928, pound notes were predominantly green in colour. The only exception came during World War II, when pink and blue notes with metal strips were introduced to foil German counterfeits which, at one point, represented 12% of the value of all British notes. The words “I promise to pay the bearer on demand the sum of one pound” printed on the note harked back to the days when you could take a note to the Bank of England and exchange it for the equivalent in gold sovereigns. Since Britain left the gold standard in 1931, this has no longer been possible. In 1960, the Queen became the first – and so far only - British monarch to appear on bank notes. The pound note is still accepted in one part of Britain – the Royal Bank of Scotland issues a £1 note which features an image of Edinburgh Castle. While the Scottish notes are not strictly legal tender, they will be accepted north of the border. However traders in England and Wales have the right to refuse payment in these notes. If you find an old pound note at the back of a drawer, don’t despair – withdrawn banknotes retain their face value for all time and can be exchanged for legal tender either in person or by post. Alternatively, you could list your old notes on eBay – good quality specimens can fetch two or three times their value on the online auction site. Rare examples and sets of consecutive-numbered notes can sell for even more to eager collectors.


On which African country's flag would you see the emblem of the 'soapstone bird'?

Zimbabwe Flags and Symbols and National Anthem Larger Zimbabwe flag Zimbabwe Coat of Arms: Zimbabwe's coat of arms features two kudus standing on top of a mound composed of wheat, cotton and maize. The kudus support a green shield displaying 14 waves of blue and white (a symbol of Victoria Falls and prosperity) with the ancient Kingdom of Great Zimbabwe represented at the base. Transposed from the national flag is the Soapstone Bird and red star symbolizing an international outlook. See Also


Fredericton is the capital of which Canadian province?

CanadaInfo: Provinces and Territories: New Brunswick The Honourable Brian Gallant (Liberal Party) Click on the picture for free downloads including this image. Of the total population, 64% gave their mother tongue as English and 32.7% French in the census of 1991. Another 4470 cited European, 1655 cited aboriginal and 1220, Asian languages. Provincial language legislation is intended to provide equality between the two official languages. New Brunswick is the only officially bilingual (English and French) province in Canada. The province's major rivers and its many smaller streams radiate outward from the interior highlands. The most important stream, the St. John River, rises in Maine and flows southeast to the Bay of Fundy. The extremely high tides of the Bay of Fundy flow upstream, causing the famous phenomenon known as the reversing falls of Saint John. Other major rivers include the Restigouche, which has headwaters in the Chaleur Uplands and empties into Chaleur Bay, and the Miramichi, which cuts across the Maritime Plain to its outlet on the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Many small lakes and a few larger ones occur in the glaciated upland regions. The largest natural lake is Grand Lake, which is only 2 metres above sea level, even though it is more than 70 kilometres from the open sea. Several reservoirs have been formed behind dams on the St. John River. Reversing Falls, Saint John The Bay of Fundy, which separates the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, has some of the highest tides in the world, rising up to 18 metres in places. When the tidal waters reach the lower Saint John River in Saint John, New Brunswick, and flow upstream, they create the famous Reversing Falls of Saint John. The rapids, center, generated by this phenomenon appear twice every 24 hours. Another oddity is Magnetic Hill where one's car parked in neutral will appear to be coasting uphill. New Brunswick Claims to Fame Highest, wildest tides in the world Warmest saltwater beaches north of Virginia More kinds of whales more often that anywhere else Michias Seal Island (in the Bay of Fundy) is home to 900 pairs of breeding Atlantic puffins Kings County is the Covered bridge capital of Canada One of the world's largest whirlpools, the Old Sow, is seen off of Deer Island -More than 900 kilometres of cross-country ski trails 6000 kilometres of unbelievable snowmobile trails Annual snowfalls from 200 to 400 centimetres One of the longest snowmobiling seasons south of the Arctic including early spring Best snow conditions in Atlantic Canada Bright light in the Atlantic salmon world 50 smallmouth a day in prime time Appalachian Range, north America's oldest mountains Home to Donald Sutherland, actor See also


In knitting, what stitch is produced by Knitting a plain stitch backwards?

Plain stitch - definition of plain stitch by The Free Dictionary Plain stitch - definition of plain stitch by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/plain+stitch Also found in: Thesaurus , Wikipedia . ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend: knit stitch , plain , knit knitting stitch - a stitch taken in knitting 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: Copyright © 2003-2017 Farlex, Inc Disclaimer All content on this website, including dictionary, thesaurus, literature, geography, and other reference data is for informational purposes only. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.


Which British pop group appeared in the 1965 film 'Catch Us If You Can'?

Catch Us If You Can - The Dave Clark Five 1965 - YouTube Catch Us If You Can - The Dave Clark Five 1965 Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Published on Feb 5, 2014 "Catch Us If You Can", by The Dave Clark Five (DC5), was one of the group's top hits. The song reached #4 on the U.S. pop singles chart and #5 on the UK Singles Chart in 1965. The title is said to be a take-off on the 1959 film Catch 'Me' If You Can. The opening four lines with guitar and finger snapping became the song's spontaneous hook, and in the U.S., it remains one of the group's most played tunes on oldies radio stations. The Dave Clark Five, were actually the" first" Brit band to tour the U.S. during the British Invasion, but were "second" to appear on the Ed Sullivan Show after The Beatles. However, the DC5 appeared 18 times on The Ed Sullivan Show -- the most of any British Invasion group. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008, the band also had 17 records in the Top 40 on the US Billboard chart. Category


Which is the smallest county in the Republic of Ireland?

Ireland Geographical Facts, Figures and Physical Extremities This page gives some of the physical extremities of Ireland Most northerly point* The most northerly point is Inishtrahull Island, situated in the Atlantic   Ocean 7 km north of Inishowen Peninsula, county Donegal. It lies at latitude 55.43�N. Of   mainland Ireland, the most northerly point is a headland 2 km northeast of Malin Head,   Inishowen Peninsula, county Donegal. It lies at latitude 55.38�N. Most easterly point The most easterly point is Big Bow Meel Island, which is a rock situated   900 metres off the Ards Peninsula, county Down, at longitude 5.42�W. Of mainland Ireland,   the most easterly point is Burr Point, Ards Peninsula, county Down at longitude 5.43�W.   It is situated 2 km southeast of the village of Ballyhalbert. Most southerly point The most southerly point is Fastnet Rock, which lies in the Atlantic Ocean   11.3 km south of mainland county Cork. It lies at latitude 51.37�N. Of mainland Ireland,   the most southerly point is Brow Head, county Cork, which lies 3.8 km east of the marginly   more northerly Mizen Head. It lies at latitude 51.43�N. Most westerly point* The most westerly point is Tearaght Island, which lies in the Atlantic   Ocean 12.5 km west of Dingle Peninsula, county Kerry. It lies at longitude 10.70�W. Of   mainland Ireland, the most westerly point is Garraun Point, Dingle Peninsula, county Kerry   which is 2.5 km northwest of Slea Head. It lies at longitude 10.51�W. Geographical Centres The geographical centre of Ireland is to be found in eastern county Roscommon,     at a point 3km (2 miles) south of Athlone town. The centre of Ulster is in county Tyrone, at a point 20km (14 miles) east of     Omagh town, near the village of Pomeroy. The centre of Munster is in the north of county Cork, at a point 9km (6 miles)     south-west of the village of Rath Luirc. The centre of Leinster is in western county Kildare, at a point 5km (3 miles)     south-west of Kildare town. The centre of Connaught is in county Mayo, 6km (4 miles) south-east of the     pilgrim village of Knock. The centre of Northern Ireland is in eastern county Tyrone, at a point 6km (4     miles) south-east of the town of Cookstown. The centre of the Republic of Ireland is in south-eastern county Galway, at a     point 3km (2 miles) south-west of the village of Eyrecourt. Highest altitude The summit of Mt Carrantuohill, county Kerry, rises to 1,041 metres (3414   feet) above sea level. The second highest point is the summit of Mt Beenkeragh, county   Kerry, which rises to 1,010 metres (3314 feet) above sea level. The highest point in   Northern Ireland is the summit of Slieve Donard, county Down, which rises to 852 metres   (2796 feet) above sea level, and is the 8th highest peak in Ireland. Tallest sea cliffs The sea cliffs at Croaghaun, Achill Island off western Ireland fall 668   metres (2,192 feet) into the Atlantic Ocean. Slieve League in county Donegal has a drop of   601 metres (1,972 feet) into the same ocean. Both cliffs are almost twice the height of   the Eiffel Tower in Paris. However, as there is no vantage point to see the cliffs at   Achill Island the Donegal cliffs are more famous. (thanks to Michele of irelandyes.com for this   information) Most populated county The most heavily populated county is county Dublin, with 1,056,666   inhabitants at the last estimate. The next most heavily populated county is Antrim, with   566,400 inhabitants. Most densely populated county The most densely populated county is county Dublin, with 1147.3   inhabitants per square kilometre at the last estimate. The next most densely populated is   county Antrim, with 199.2 inhabitants per square kilometre. Least populated county The county with the fewest inhabitants is county Leitrim with just 25,032   inhabitants at the last estimate. The next lowest is county Longford with 30,128   inhabitants. Most sparsely populated county The most sparsely populated county in Ireland is Leitrim, with a


What in terms of area, is the smallest of the Canadian provinces?

Discover Canada Discover Canada The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship Canada’s Regions Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship - Canada's Regions Duration: 14 minutes, 23 seconds. Read by Geraint Wyn Davies . Download this chapter: MP3 You can also download all of Discover Canada as a single file. The audio may take a moment to load. In order to maximize the functionality of this page, please turn on Javascript . is now a tourist attraction and winter skateway [  See larger version  ] Canada is the second largest country on earth—10 million square kilometres. Three oceans line Canada’s frontiers: the Pacific Ocean in the west, the Atlantic Ocean in the east, and the Arctic Ocean to the north. Along the southern edge of Canada lies the Canada-United States boundary. Both Canada and the U.S.A. are committed to a safe, secure and efficient frontier The Regions of Canada Canada includes many different geographical areas and five distinct regions. The Atlantic Provinces The Northern Territories The National Capital Ottawa, located on the Ottawa River, was chosen as the capital in 1857 by Queen Victoria, the great-great-grandmother of Queen Elizabeth II. Today it is Canada’s fourth largest metropolitan area. The National Capital Region, 4,700 square kilometres surrounding Ottawa, preserves and enhances the area’s built heritage and natural environment. Provinces and Territories Canada has ten provinces and three territories. Each province and territory has its own capital city. You should know the capital of your province or territory as well as that of Canada. Population Canada has a population of about 34 million people. While the majority live in cities, Canadians also live in small towns, rural areas and everywhere in between. Peggy’s Cove harbour, Nova Scotia  Ottawa: The Capital of Canada The Atlantic provinces Atlantic Canada’s coasts and natural resources, including fishing, farming, forestry and mining, have made these provinces an important part of Canada’s history and development. The Atlantic Ocean brings cool winters and cool humid summers. Newfoundland and Labrador Newfoundland and Labrador is the most easterly point in North America and has its own time zone. In addition to its natural beauty, the province has a unique heritage linked to the sea. The oldest colony of the British Empire and a strategic prize in Canada’s early history, the province has long been known for its fisheries, coastal fishing villages and distinct culture. Today off-shore oil and gas extraction contributes a substantial part of the economy. Labrador also has immense hydro-electric resources. Prince Edward Island Prince Edward Island ( P.E.I. ) is the smallest province, known for its beaches, red soil and agriculture, especially potatoes. P.E.I. is the birthplace of Confederation, connected to mainland Canada by one of the longest continuous multispan bridges in the world, the Confederation Bridge. Anne of Green Gables, set in P.E.I. by Lucy Maud Montgomery, is a much-loved story about the adventures of a little red-headed orphan girl. Nova Scotia Nova Scotia is the most populous Atlantic Province, with a rich history as the gateway to Canada. Known for the world’s highest tides in the Bay of Fundy , the province’s identity is linked to shipbuilding, fisheries and shipping. As Canada’s largest east coast port, deep-water and ice-free, the capital, Halifax, has played an important role in Atlantic trade and defence and is home to Canada’s largest naval base. Nova Scotia has a long history of coal mining, forestry and agriculture. Today there is also off-shore oil and gas exploration. The province’s Celtic and Gaelic traditions sustain a vibrant culture. Nova Scotia is home to over 700 annual festivals, including the spectacular military tattoo in Halifax. New Brunswick Situated in the Appalachian Range, the province was founded by the United Empire Loyalists and has the second largest river system on North America’s Atlantic coastline, the St. John River system. Forestry, agriculture, fish


Who was the British Director of the film 'American Beauty'?

American Beauty | Film | The Guardian American Beauty The Oscar-winning actor stars with Jake Gyllenhaal in this week’s oddball comedy-drama Demolition, but what have been his smartest career choices? Published: 29 Apr 2016 Thomas Batten shares executives’ latest pitches for revamping beloved classics from the 90s and early 2000s, involving the Kardashians, Instagram and millennials Published: 25 Nov 2015 Join us as we pick five of Spacey’s top film roles, and let us know which you would add Published: 28 Nov 2014 American beauty In the furore about Mena Suvari and the roses, it was easy to miss the understated yet incandescent screen presence of Thora Birch as Kevin Spacey's daughter. Now audiences are realising what insiders have known since she was six - that Thora Birch is Hollywood's brightest young star (just ask her mum). Published: 15 Apr 2001 American Beauty | The Last Contract | Chance or Coincidence | The League of Gentlemen Published: 30 Jul 2000 American Beauty in video row Published: 22 May 2000 American Beauty's screen kiss is too hot for MTV Dreamworks, the studio behind Oscar-winning American Beauty has refused to let MTV use a clip of Kevin Spacey and Mena Suvari in a clinch for the network's ninth annual Movie Awards, despite the smooch snagging a viewers' nomination for best onscreen kiss. Published: 21 Apr 2000 Introducing Thora and friends... American Beauty has won critical praise and countless Oscar nominations. But little attention has been paid to the cast's youthful core. Righting that wrong, Vanessa Thorpe salutes Thora Birch, Mena Suvari and Wes Bentley, while Akin Ojumu imagines what Thora might do next Published: 27 Feb 2000 Suburbia. The ever-spruce Carolyn Burnham (Annette Bening) stands before the curtains of her latest property, a slightly down-at-heel condo. Her eyes brighten; she straightens her back. Published: 16 Feb 2000 Warehouse man makes Oscar history With a stack of Golden Globes already on the mantelpiece, and his trophy cabinet filling fast, Sam Mendes made yet more Hollywood history yesterday when American Beauty was nominated for eight Oscars - the most by a first time foreign director and more than any other film this year. Published: 16 Feb 2000


"Who first said or wrote""Science without religion is lame.Religion without science is blind""?"

"Science without Religion Is Lame, Religion without Science Is Blind" "Science without Religion Is Lame, Religion without Science Is Blind" GO Letter describing Einstein's religious beliefs up for auction May 14, 2008 07:52 GMT  ·  By Gabriel Gache  ·  Share:  This is what Albert Einstein wrote in his letter to philosopher Eric Gutkind, in response to his receiving the book "Choose Life: The Biblical Call to Revolt". The letter was written on January 3, 1954, in German, and explains Einstein's personal beliefs regarding religion and the Jewish people; it was put on sale one year later and remained into a personal collection ever since. Now the letter is again on auction in London and has a starting price of 8,000 sterling pounds. The letter states pretty clearly that Einstein was by no means a religious person - in fact, the great physicist saw religion as no more than a "childish superstition". "The word god is for me nothing more than the expression and product of human weaknesses, the Bible a collection of honorable, but still primitive legends which are nevertheless pretty childish. No interpretation no matter how subtle can (for me) change this", Einstein wrote. Einstein was Jewish, which is why the people of Israel asked him once to become Israel's second president. Also, Einstein felt uncomfortable with the idea that the Jews are God's favored People. "For me the Jewish religion like all others is an incarnation of the most childish superstitions. And the Jewish people to whom I gladly belong and with whose mentality I have a deep affinity have no different quality for me than all other people. As far as my experience goes, they are no better than other human groups, although they are protected from the worst cancers by a lack of power. Otherwise, I cannot see anything 'chosen' about them", said Einstein. Although, neither Einstein nor his parents were religious people, he did in fact attend the Catholic primary school. But at the age of 12 he was already questioning the truth of the stories written in the Bible. "The consequence was a positively fanatic orgy of freethinking coupled with the impression that youth is being deceived by the state through lies; it was a crushing impression", Einstein wrote. Einstein may have not believed in God, but he felt that faith was a must. This is probably why he never gave a second thought to studying the quantum theory and its random nature. He once said that "God does not throw dice", meaning that quantum theory randomness is out of the question for him. This belief in faith is probably also why his position towards religion was often misinterpreted. "Like other great scientists he does not fit the boxes in which popular polemicists like to pigeonhole him. It is clear for example that he had respect for the religious values enshrined within Judaic and Christian traditions... but what he understood by religion was something far more subtle than what is usually meant by the word in popular discussion", said John Brook from the Oxford University, leading expert on Albert Einstein. Einstein was often associated with atheism because of his views on conventional religion, but he never liked being called an atheist.


Which motor manufacturer produces the 'Croma' model?

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The 'Bolan' and the 'Penner' are rivers in which country?

India Geography Maps, India Geography, Geographical Map of India Disclaimer Close Disclaimer: All efforts have been made to make this image accurate. However Compare Infobase Limited and its directors do not own any responsibility for the correctness or authenticity of the same. Geography of India India is the seventh largest country in the world in terms of area. It lies on the Indian Plate, which is the northern portion of the Indo-Australian Plate. The Indian subcontinent is surrounded by three different water bodies and is easily recognisable on the world map. Geographical Features The country covers an area of about 3.28 million sq. km. The mainland of India extends between 8�4' and 37�6' N latitude and 68�7' and 97�25' E longitude. The Tropic of Cancer 23�30' N divides India into almost two halves. The total length of the coastline is 7,517 kilometers. The Indian peninsula tapers southward resulting in the division of the Indian Ocean into two water bodies - the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea. In India, there is a great diversity of landforms such as lofty mountains, deep valleys, extensive plains, and a number of islands. Physiographic Regions On the basis of relief features, tectonic history and stratigraphy, India can be divided into several physical units. The Great Mountains of the North: India comprises the Himalayas in the North and Northeastern region, which divides the country from the Tibetan plateau. The Himalayan range is further divided into different ranges: Pir Panjal Range: This is the largest range of the lower Himalayas and runs from the east-southeast to west-northwest. The Pir Panjal pass lies to the west of Srinagar and comprises Banihal Pass, Sinthal Pass, Rohtang La, Munawar Pass and Haji Pir Pass. Ladakh Range: This range extends from the northern side of Leh to the Tibetan border. It comprises Digar La Pass and Khardung La Pass. Considered a segment of the Karakoram mountain range, the Ladakh range has an extreme climate. Leh, which is the main town of the region, is regarded as a trade centre for fine pashmina wool. Zanskar Range: This range starts from southeastern boundaries of Kashmir and extends to the eastern limit of Baltistan. Singge La Pass, Runrang La Pass, Fotu (Fatu) La Pass, Marbal Pass and Zoji La Pass are some of the passes of this range. Dhauladhar Range: This range rises from the plains of India to the north of Mandi and Kangra. Hanuman ji Ka Tiba or the 'White Mountain' is the highest peak. East Karakoram Range: This range separates India from Central Asia and is also one of the larger ranges of Asia. It is home to the second highest peak of the world, K2. Indo-Gangetic Plain The Indo-Gangetic Plain is also known as Indus-Ganga and the North Indian River Plain. It is dominated by three major rivers - the Ganges, the Indus and the Brahmaputra. It covers a large area of about 7,00,000 sq. km in the Northern and Eastern India. The plain is divided into four divisions: The Bhabhar Belt: It is a narrow belt that lies in the foothills of Himalayas and comprises pebbles and rocks brought down by the streams. The Terai Belt: It is located next to the Bhabhar region and is made up of newer alluvium. The Bangar Belt: It includes older alluvium and has a low upland in the Gangetic plains which is covered by the laterite deposits. The Khadir Belt: It lies on the lowland areas after the Bangar belt and is made up of newer alluvium which is brought down by the rivers which flow down to this plain. The Peninsular Plateau The Peninsular Plateau is a tableland and its characteristic features include shallow valleys and rounded hills. It is broadly divided into three different plateaus: The Deccan Plateau: It is a triangular shaped plateau and is bounded by the Vindhyas and the Western and Eastern Ghats. It stretches across eight states of India and covers a total area of 1.9 million sq. km. The Malwa Plateau: The Malwa Plateau is spread across parts of Gujarat, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. Chambal River and its tributaries find their way in this plateau and Mahi River also flows throug


In which present day Asian country are the Shan and Karen peoples to be found?

Tai | people | Britannica.com people Maguindanao Tai, also spelled Dai, peoples of mainland Southeast Asia , including the Thai, or Siamese (in central and southern Thailand), the Lao (in Laos and northern Thailand), the Shan (in northeast Myanmar [Burma]), the Lü (primarily in Yunnan province, China , but also in Myanmar, Laos, northern Thailand , and Vietnam), the Yunnan Tai (the major Tai group in Yunnan), and the tribal Tai (in northern Vietnam). All of these groups speak Tai languages . Young Tai pupils studying in a Buddhist monastery S.E. Hedin/Ostman Agency Estimates placed the total number of Tai in the late 20th century at 75,760,000, including 45,060,000 in Thailand (including both Thai and Lao), 3,020,000 in Laos, 3,710,000 in Myanmar, 21,180,000 in China, and about 2,790,000 in Vietnam . Most Tai are Buddhists of the Theravāda school. Among the different groups, however, there is much variation in this type of Buddhism. In the villages of many Tai groups the wat (temple compound or monastery) is both the social and the religious centre. Most young men spend a period as monks. Along with the Buddhist tradition there exist pre-Buddhist animistic beliefs; shrines are dedicated to spirits ( phi ) important in day-to-day affairs. These animistic beliefs tend to be strongest among those peoples farthest from the traditional centres of Tai Buddhism. The major economic pursuit is the cultivation of rice, dry rice in the highlands and wet in the valleys. The usual Tai household consists of a husband, wife (or wives), and unmarried children. The status of women is high. None of the Tai peoples has a caste system. Though they live in political entities varying from independent nations (Thai and Lao) to chiefdoms (in non-Tai states), the basic structure of their semi-autonomous villages is similar. Communal leadership is provided by an elected village headman, together with the Buddhist monks and elders. Similar Topics