Except for 1978, which team won every World Lacrosse Championship between 1967 and 2002?

World Event History & Results | FIL World Event History & Results Women U19 Men’s World Championship © 2014 Canada Lacrosse – Canada upsets the USA 8-5 for its third all-time gold medal at the 2014 World Championship in Denver, CO. The initial World Championship was a four-team invitational tournament that coincided with Canada’s centennial lacrosse celebration in 1967. The Mt. Washington (Md.) Lacrosse Club represented the United States and won the tournament. Seven years later, Australia celebrated its lacrosse centennial, and the U.S. fielded an all-star team to compete in a similar international invitational tournament with Canada and England again. It was here that the concept of holding a world championship tournament every four years was born and the International Lacrosse Federation (ILF) formed. In 2008 the ILF merged with the International Federation of Women’s Lacrosse Associations (IFWLA) to form the Federation of International Lacrosse (FIL)—the present governing body for both men’s and women’s world championship lacrosse. The U.S. has captured nine World Lacrosse Championships, including the most recent event in 2010 hosted in Manchester, England. Canada has captured three championships throughout the history of the event with it’s most recent championship coming in a stunning 8-5 upset of the US at the 2014 World Lacrosse Championship in Denver, Colorado. Canada will defend it’s championship at the 2018 Men’s World Lacrosse Championship in Manchester, England, 12-21 July 2018. Year * The 1967 team was the Mt. Washington Lacrosse Club from Baltimore, Md. Men’s U19 World Championship A record-high 14 teams competed in the FIL U19 Men’s Lacrosse World Championship in Coquitlam, B.C., Canada from July 7th through July 16th, 2016. © 2016 FIL – Team USA’s 2016 U-19 squad comes back from a 6-0 first quarter deficit to win an eighth straight championship, downing Canada 13-12 in Coquitlam, BC. Down 8-2 at the half, the US outscored Canada 11-4 in the second half in their come-from-behind gold medal victory. Photo: Paul Yates The Blue Division teams, comprised of the top five finishers from the 2012 U19 Men’s Worlds, included Canada, the United States, the Iroquois Nationals, Australia and England. Red Division teams were made up of Israel, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Germany and Mexico, and the Green Division included entries from China, Ireland, Scotland and Korea. The 2016 world tournament saw debuts at the U19 level for six of the teams: Israel, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mexico, China and Ireland. The USA came back from a 6-0 deficit to defeat Canada 13-12 on Saturday, July 16th in front of a standing-room only crowd. Ryan Conrad scored with eight seconds remaining coming off a screen and burying the ball, capping off an unbelievable comeback for the Americans who trailed 8-2 at the half, giving the Americans their eighth title on the U-19 world stage. The USA is the only country to have won the gold medal in FIL’s U19 Men’s event, winning in 1988, 1992, 1996, 1999, 2003, 2008, 2012 and 2016. The next U19 World Championship will take place 9th – 18th July, 2020 in Limerick, Ireland ( http://www.2020worldlax.com/ ). Year Limerick, Ireland World Indoor Lacrosse Championship The World Indoor Lacrosse Championship (WILC) was sponsored by the International Lacrosse Federation through 2007 and and is now sponsored by the sport’s unified governing body, the Federation of International Lacrosse. SYRACUSE, N.Y. (September 27, 2015) Canada’s world dominance in box lacrosse continued with 12-8 victory over the Iroquois, earning Canada its fourth consecutive world indoor championship and stretching its all-time record to 23-0 in WILC play. Photo: Coyote Magic Action Shots. The inaugural event was held in Hamilton, Kitchener, Mississauga, and Oshawa, Ontario, Canada in May 2003. National teams from Australia, Canada, the Czech Republic, the Iroquois Nation, Scotland and the United States participated. Canada won gold defeating the Iroquois Nation in the final by a score of 21-4. The United States took the bronze. The most recent WILC was h


"What was the nickname of the British army regiment called the ""8th King's Royal Irish Hussars""?"

British Cavalry: 8th (King's Royal Irish) Hussars In Collaboration With Charles Griffin Origins On 28th January 1693 a commission was given to Colonel Henry Cunninghame (or Conyngham) to raise a regiment of Protestant dragoons for service in Ireland. They were sent to Spain and Portugal in 1704 and fought in the War of the Spanish Succession, notably at the siege of Barcelona and Almanza. At the battle of Almanara they famously routed superior forces of Spanish cavalry and removed the enemy's crossbelts to wear as trophies, thus earning their nickname of 'The Crossbelts'. They were converted to Light Dragoons in 1775 and became a Royal regiment two years later, adopting the Harp and Crown as their badge. In 1794 they suffered badly in Flanders. Two squadrons were employed at Bousbeque but only two officers and 14 men survived. Further service in South Africa and Egypt followed, and then they went to India where they earned their first Battle Honour at Leswarree on 1st November 1803. They served 20 years in India, returning to the UK in 1823. Hussars Four regiments of light dragoons (7th, 10th, 15th and 18th) had been converted to hussars between 1805 and 1807, and the 8th Light Dragoons were converted on their return to Britain in 1823. They received their new uniforms the following year. They were stationed in Ireland between 1827 and 1831 and were in Leeds in 1839, Norwich in 1840 and Manchester in 1841. Various other English postings followed before a further spell in Ireland in 1844. The Potato Famine occurred while they were there and they had deal with much civil unrest. After six years hard service they returned to England in 1850. Crimean War The Crimean War The regiment spent the next few years in various parts of the country before being shipped to the Crimea in 1854. Twenty-three officers and 293 other ranks were formed into 4 service squadrons. They arrived at Constantinople on 20th May and were sent to Varna to form part of the advance guard of Sir George Brown's Light Division. Later they were brigaded under Lord Cardigan with the 11th Hussars, 4th and 13th Light Dragoons and the 17th Lancers. His Lordship led a futile reconnaissance to the Danube and Silistria which resulted in 80 of the regiments horses, out of 121, being sent to the sick lines for 3 months. Charge of the Light Brigade Apart from sick horses, the men also suffered from dysentery and cholera. In October the army sailed across the Black Sea to confront the Russians and the 8th numbered 104 men. They first saw action at Balaklava where they famously charged the Russian guns in the Charge of the Light Brigade. The lack of communication between Lord Raglan, the British Commander-in-Chief, Lord Lucan , the cavalry commander, and Lord Cardigan, the Light Brigade commander led to a heroic but reckless action that caused heavy casualties amongst the five cavalry regiments. The 8th suffered the death of 2 officer, 3 NCOs and 15 men. Almost the same number were wounded, and half that number were taken prisoner. There were 68 casualties from wounds and the harsh winter that followed, including the CO, Colonel Shewell, who was shipped home to die. After another year of trench warfare the rest of the regiment, numbering 154, finally returned home in April 1856. Indian Mutiny Whilst in England the regimental strength was increased by 3 troops and they were issued with Sharpes breech-loading carbines. In October 1857 they sailed to Bombay on the steamship Great Britain, 28 officers and 489 other ranks. They received horses on their arrival which had to be broken in but by March 1858 they were involved in the siege and capture of the fortress of Kotah. Gwalior Charge at Gwalior The mutineers had gained control of the strong fortress of Gwalior, which lies more than 100 mile south of Delhi, and two separate British columns advanced towards them. The 8th Hussars were in a column led by Brigadier M W Smith. They arrived at nearby Kotah-ke-Serai on the morning of 17th June. On emerging from a narrow defile they were faced with the rebel army


Haile Selassie was the ruler of which country?

What kind of a ruler was Haile Selassie? Does history depict him as one of the good guys or as one of the bad guys? - Quora Quora Written Dec 17, 2014 Good guy or bad guy; depends on whom you ask. I'll try to give an objective view of him. You can say that Haile Selassie was a reformer that sought to develop the country. He built the first university (called Haile Selassie I University, now the Addis Ababa University), introduced modern legislation and judiciary systems, modernized the army, etc. He's a bit of Emperor Menilik II's successor in this regard. He had a progressive view towards it and people, especially from the older generation, fondly reminisce his reign. Compared to today, the economy was stable and life was not hard (compared to today of course, and check the next paragraph for context). Us current generation folks are puzzled when our elders tell us of how cheap things were during that time. Ethiopians today would agree that there were opportunities that we didn't make use of. Many notable achievements in the literary, artistic, and other fields were achieved during his reign. Many old classic buildings in the capital were made of durable quality, unlike the cheap showoffs of today. Many regard the education of his reign as the best (with a few exceptions like history I'd argue, take a look at the next paragraph to get the idea). He is credited for creating a conducive environment for foreign communities that came and invested here, bringing with them skills that were needed. There were vibrant Armenian, Italian, Arab, Greek and I believe Indian communities that were part of Ethiopian life. He's got a big foreign policy portfolio, especially with regards to Africa, though I don't think Ethiopians give it much thought. Sometimes it just feels that he gave the foundation for the country to reach whatever stage it has. Yet, he also had his controversies. I guess you can sum it up as typical political manipulation to stay in power. His inability to accommodate the seriously needed change towards the end of his reign ultimately let to his downfall. And the call for change was not without cause. One of the most pressing issues of the time was the prevalent feudalism. Once Ethiopia went down the path of modernization, this clash was inevitable. The university students made life for the regime difficult in this regard - 'Land to the tiller!' was a common slogan. Another issue was the that of the nations, nationalities and peoples of Ethiopia. Although Ethiopia is linguistically, culturally and ethnically diverse, this diversity was suppressed starting from Emperor Menilik II and Ethiopians were forced to disown their own identities and conform to that of the then rulers (however, I do not equate this as racism; as long as you presented yourself as a typical Amhara you can live like any other Ethiopian, no matter what background you came from, mostly). This would prove to be an explosive issue which we're dealing with today. There was also that of freedom of religion. Tewahdo Orthodox Christianity was the state religion, which led to the suppression of Muslims and Protestant Christians. Another were a number of scandals, particularly the coverup of the famine of Wollo and Tigray in the 1960s which allegedly claimed 400,000 lives. There is a iconic ironic footage showing him celebrating his birthday while people were suffering from starvation. The oil crisis of the 70s came at a really bad time too. It seems that despite his modern outlook, circumstances combined with old age took their toll. In short, he was a progressive that sought to modernize the country and has some legacies to this effect, but was also flawed enough to the extent that he had to be overthrown. Some people would picture him as a saint for the country, understandably so. Some blame him for the modern ills of the country, again understandably. As for the historical consensus, unfortunately we Ethiopians have to push a few decades along with free speech and dialogue before we can get an objective grasp of history. We're arguing on polar opposite


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In the 20th century, how many Olympic Games were held in Los Angeles?

The History of the Olympic Games | Scholastic The History of the Olympic Games Compare the ancient Olympics to the modern games. Plus, learn how money, politics, and performance-enhancing drugs have become major influences, often causing controversy. Grades 6–8, 9–12 The Olympic Games are an international sports festival that began in ancient Greece. The original Greek games were staged every fourth year for several hundred years, until they were abolished in the early Christian era. The revival of the Olympic Games took place in 1896, and since then they have been staged every fourth year, except during World War I and World War II (1916, 1940, 1944). Perhaps the basic difference between the ancient and modern Olympics is that the former was the ancient Greeks' way of saluting their gods, whereas the modern Games are a manner of saluting the athletic talents of citizens of all nations. The original Olympics featured competition in music, oratory, and theater performances as well. The modern Games have a more expansive athletic agenda, and for 2 and a half weeks they are supposed to replace the rancor of international conflict with friendly competition. In recent times, however, that lofty ideal has not always been attained. The Ancient Olympics The earliest reliable date that recorded history gives for the first Olympics is 776 B.C., although virtually all historians presume that the Games began well before then. It is certain that during the midsummer of 776 B.C. a festival was held at Olympia on the highly civilized eastern coast of the Peloponnesian peninsula. That festival remained a regularly scheduled event, taking place during the pre-Christian golden age of Greece. As a testimony to the religious nature of the Games (which were held in honor of Zeus, the most important god in the ancient Greek pantheon), all wars would cease during the contests. According to the earliest records, only one athletic event was held in the ancient Olympics — a footrace of about 183 m (200 yd), or the length of the stadium. A cook, Coroibus of Elis, was the first recorded winner. The first few Olympics had only local appeal and were limited to one race on one day; only men were allowed to compete or attend. A second race — twice the length of the stadium — was added in the 14th Olympics, and a still longer race was added to the next competition, four years later. When the powerful, warlike Spartans began to compete, they influenced the agenda. The 18th Olympiad included wrestling and a pentathlon consisting of running, jumping, spear throwing (the javelin), discus throwing, and wrestling. Boxing was added at the 23rd Olympiad, and the Games continued to expand, with the addition of chariot racing and other sports. In the 37th Olympiad (632 B.C.) the format was extended to five days of competition. The growth of the Games fostered "professionalism" among the competitors, and the Olympic ideals waned as royalty began to compete for personal gain, particularly in the chariot events. Human beings were being glorified as well as the gods; many winners erected statues to deify themselves. In A.D. 394 the Games were officially ended by the Roman emperor Theodosius I, who felt that they had pagan connotations. The Modern Olympics The revival of the Olympic Games in 1896, unlike the original Games, has a clear, concise history. Pierre de Coubertin (1863–1937), a young French nobleman, felt that he could institute an educational program in France that approximated the ancient Greek notion of a balanced development of mind and body. The Greeks themselves had tried to revive the Olympics by holding local athletic games in Athens during the 1800s, but without lasting success. It was Baron de Coubertin's determination and organizational genius, however, that gave impetus to the modern Olympic movement. In 1892 he addressed a meeting of the Union des Sports AthlÃ©tiques in Paris. Despite meager response he persisted, and an international sports congress eventually convened on June 16, 1894. With delegates from Belgium, England, France, Greece, Ital


What annual event, held on a Monday for children and their parents, that was started in 1814 by First Lady Dolley Madison in the grounds of the Capitol, Washington DC, USA, is now held on the White House lawn?

Photos More Photos go to: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.747034948688784.1073741994.499829760075972&type=3 2014 Helen Hayes Awards The Helen Hayes Awards have been a critical tool for promoting Washington area professional theatres since 1985. The Awards serve as a valued credential for theatres just getting started, for those already established, and, of course, for individual theatre artists. One of the country’s most prestigious cultural honors, since 1985 the Helen Hayes Awards has celebrated outstanding achievement in over 80 professional theatres throughout the Washington metropolitan area. Named for the legendary First Lady of the American Theatre, nominated artists and companies exemplify the excellence found on all Washington stages, and therefore propel Washington as a nationally and internationally recognized theatre town. This years categories ranged from best Choreography to Outstanding Costume Design, Best Director and Best Ensemble in the theatre community. For more about the Helen Hayes go to: www.theatrewashington.org More Photos Available Go to our fan page: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.726145167444429.1073741969.499829760075972&type=3&uploaded=1 CHARITY CELEBRITIES SOCIAL EVENTS INSIDE LOOK TV MAGAZINE IS EVERYWHERE !  Google & Netflix White House Corres. Pre Party        May 2, 2014 EVERYONE WAS AT THE GOOGLE & NETFLIX WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENTS PRE PARTY! HOUSE OF CARDS AND SCANDAL cast  were among the guests at the Google & Netflix Pre Party. Combining the perfect blend of celebrities, politicians and press, the red carpet featured everyone from Bret Baier, Michael Kelly from Netflix's House of Cards to the majority of the cast of Scandal.  Academy Award winner, and People Magazine's Most Beautiful Woman, Lupita Nyong'o was spotted at the red carpet looking glamorous like always. Google and Netflix provided guests with a great dance floor with a view of DC as well as a variety of delights and a few open bars. Gedalia Vera Mission Possible Family Matter Annual Gala                     May 23, 2014 Familly Matters Mission Possible Annual Award Fundraiser Founded in 1882, Family Matters of Greater Washington is one of the oldest, nationally accredited social service organizations in the Washington metropolitan area and has maintained its leadership and reputation of excellence.  Family Matters has been serving as the role of “family” to our community’s most vulnerable citizens.  Through our services, we have been helping to provide a support system for those that need it most at any stage of life. Today, Family Matters provides assistance that impacts more than 12,000 children, youth, families and seniors each year.  Their spectrum of programs include: therapeutic and traditional foster care; youth development programs; mental health/counseling services; and services and activities for seniors. The Family Matters Mission Possible Annual Fundraiser featured Emcee, WUSA 9 News Anchor, Lesli Foster & Auctioneer, Ernie Rogers.  Guests enjoyed Cocktails & Dinner, Honoring Members of our Community, a live & Silent Auction and Live Entertainment. Support Family Matters of Greater Washington White House Correspondents Annual Dinner       May 3, 2014 The White House Correspondents' Association marks the 100th anniversary of its 1914 founding to advocate for reporters on that historic assignment. The group has grown and expanded its activities, in 1920 launching a spring dinner that now merits news coverage along with a yearly appearance by the sitting president. The first and most important mission of the White House Correspondents' Association is to promote journalism education. This year, thanks to the money raised at this dinner, the foundation will give scholarships to 16 worthy college students, while funding programs for hundreds more in local DC high schools through partnership with Prime Movers Media. VIP's, Celebrities and Socialites like the cast of House of Cards, Scandal, Oscar winner Lupita Nyong'o, Elizabeth Chambers and Armie Hammer, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Julianna Mar


Alberta is one of two Canadian provinces that is land-locked. What is the other?

Historical Flags of Our Ancestors - Canadian Provinces and Territories Note: If an image ever fails to appear - refresh your page, it really is there Canadian Provinces and Territories      Canada has 10 provinces, and three northern territories. It is also divided into 11 historic regions. It is the world's second largest country by total area. Canada's common border with the United States to the south and northwest is the longest in the world. The capitol is Ottawa. 1965 Historical Region of Acadia Flag 1867 During the British conquest of New France, the British changed the name of the French colony of Acadia to "Nova Scotia" (New Scotland), much to the discuss of the French inhabitants. This rather French looking tricolored flag was introduced in the 1840's as a flag for the French in Canada, at first mostly in the Quebec region, but within 20 years became something of a national flag for all Canadian French-Catholic nationalists. The yellow star, the Stella Maris, is the symbol of Mary, the Acadian national symbol and patron of the mariners. It is set on the blue stripe, because blue is the color of Mary. The yellow color of the star represents the Papacy. In the Great Expulsion of 1755-1763, mostly during the Seven Years' War, the British colonial militia deported more than 14,000 Acadians from the maritime region in what can only be called an early case of ethnic cleansing. Approximately one third perished, but many later settled in Louisiana, where they became known as Cajuns. Since 1965, the Louisiana Acadian flag has been flown throughout Acadiana - the 22-parish area of south Louisiana populated by the Cajun people. Although technically an "American" flag, it is shown here because of its historical "Canadian" connection. (Opening the question of "Are not Canadian's technically Americans also?" - although the thought probably would cause Canadian nightmares...) Alberta Flag Province of Alberta Flag Alberta, one of Canada's three prairie provinces, officially became a province in 1905. It is located in western Canada between British Columbia to the west and Saskatchewan to the east, and the Northwest Territories to the north, and borders the United States (Montana) to the south. It is one of two Canadian provinces that is completely landlocked (the other being Saskatchewan). In 1958, the Alberta adopted its official flag with the provincial shield of arms in the center of a royal ultramarine blue background. Lt. Governor´s Flag Flag of the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta The official website of the Lieutenant Governor describes the flag as follows: "The Lieutenant Governor's flag is flown over the Legislature Building when the Lieutenant Governor is present. As well, it is flown at the Lieutenant Governor's official residence when the Lieutenant Governor is there, and it is mounted on the Lieutenant Governor's automobile when it is being used for official business." British Columbia Flag Province of British Columbia Flag British Columbia, the westernmost of Canada's provinces, became the sixth province of Canada in 1871. Known for its natural beauty, its name was chosen by Queen Victoria herself in 1858. The capital of British Columbia is Victoria, the fifteenth largest city in Canada, and located on Vancouver Island. At the top of the flag is a rendition of the Union Flag, defaced in the center by a crown, representing the province's origins as a British colony. The three wavy blue lines symbolize the province's location between the Pacific Ocean and the Rocky Mountains, and the setting sun represents the fact that British Columbia is Canada's westernmost province. Some early versions of the flag were reversed, with the Union Flag on the bottom. Lt. Governor´s Flag Flag of the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia The official website of the Lieutenant Governor describes the flag as follows: "The Lieutenant Governor�s Flag is a royal blue flag with the shield of arms of British Columbia in its centre, surrounded by a circlet of 10 gold stylized maple leaves representing the 10 Provinces of Canada. Above the


According to the fairytale, Cinderella's coach was made from what?

iDo-It-Myself: DIY Cinderella Pumpkin Carriage Centerpiece Monday, November 21, 2011 DIY Cinderella Pumpkin Carriage Centerpiece When I saw white pumpkins a few weeks ago, I immediately saw the potential for a really fun project.  How can you see a pumpkin and not think of Cinderella's fairy tale pumpkin carriage?  It took awhile to think through how to make the carriage happen, but now I'm really happy with the results! The hardest part was coming up with a practical way to make the carriage wheels--I tried to find cheap wooden wheels that I could buy, but in the end it was much easier and cheaper to make them myself.  So for a fairy tale wedding centerpiece or a fun project, here's how to make a real pumpkin carriage: Materials for wheels: - glue and paper for paper mache - two bamboo skewers or wooden dowels - hot glue gun To make the wheels: Step 1: Twist pieces of wire to form wheels.  Make two slightly larger than the other two.  (Twist one longer piece into a circle, then make spokes by twisting three short pieces across the diameter of the circle).  Press a piece of clay into the center to hold the spokes in place. Step 2:  Cover the wire wheel with modeling clay to make it thicker. Step 3:  To harden the wheels, paper mache each wheel with strips of paper dipped in watered-down glue.  Let each wheel dry completely before proceeding to step 4. Step 4:  Paint each wheel with gold paint (or color of your choice). Step 5: Cut your wooden skewers so that the wheels will rest against the pumpkin after you attache the wheels.  (This will be about the width of the pumpkin).  Paint two skewers or dowels with gold paint.  With a hot glue gun, glue the wheels to each end of the skewer. *An alternative way to make the wheels is to buy clay that you can bake, and simply mold the wheels and paint them after they harden.  I didn't feel like spending the extra couple dollars to buying that kind of clay--hence the wire and paper mache steps.   Materials for carriage: - white pumpkin (or you can use an artificial carvable pumpkin like Funkins ) - carving tools (or for me, just a knife) - gold puffy paint - gold ribbon - pins Scoop out your pumpkin and carve out the windows for the carriage on both sides of the pumpkin.  (This is actually the first pumpkin I've ever carved, so I don't have any good tips, and I'm pretty sure my carving is pretty sloppy!)  Use gold puffy paint to outline the windows. Decorate the pumpkin with gold ribbon by pinning the ends of the ribbon on the inside rim of the hole at the top of the pumpkin and at the bottom of the pumpkin.  Use gold puffy paint to add any other detailed decoration to the pumpkin.  Attach the carriage wheels to either side of the pumpkin.  Hot glue will hold the wheels in place, but can easily fall off.  You can attach the wheels more securely by "stapling" the dowel to the side of the pumpkin by bending a piece of wire into the pumpkin on both sides of the dowel. Light a candle inside the pumpkin and place in a ring of ivy for a cool centerpiece! Have fun!


"The ship ""The Beagle"" became famous for carrying which scientist on a voyage of discovery?"

Voyage of Charles Darwin Aboard H.M.S. Beagle By Robert McNamara Updated July 31, 2016. Charles Darwin’s five-year voyage in the early 1830s on H.M.S. Beagle has become legendary, as insights gained by the bright young scientist on his trip to exotic places greatly influenced his masterwork, the book On the Origin of Species . Darwin didn’t actually formulate his theory of evolution while sailing around the world aboard the Royal Navy ship. But the exotic plants and animals he encountered challenged his thinking and led him to consider scientific evidence in new ways. After returning to England from his five years at sea, Darwin began writing a multi-volume book on what he had seen. His writings on the Beagle voyage concluded in 1843, a full decade and a half before the publication of On the Origin of Species. The History of H.M.S. Beagle H.M.S. Beagle is remembered today because of its association with Charles Darwin , but it had sailed on a lengthy scientific mission several years before Darwin came into the picture. The Beagle, a warship carrying ten cannons, sailed in 1826 to explore the coastline of South America. continue reading below our video Profile of Charles Darwin The ship had an unfortunate episode when its captain sank into a depression, perhaps caused by the isolation of the voyage, and committed suicide. Lieutenant Robert FitzRoy assumed command of the Beagle, continued the voyage, and returned the ship safely to England in 1830. FitzRoy was promoted to Captain and named to command the ship on a second voyage, which was to circumnavigate the globe while conducting explorations along the South American coastline and across the South Pacific. FitzRoy came up with the idea of bringing along someone with a scientific background who could explore and record observations. Part of FitzRoy’s plan was that an educated civilian, referred to as a “gentleman passenger,” would be good company aboard ship and would help him avoid the loneliness that seemed to have doomed his predecessor. Darwin Was Invited to Sail Aboard H.M.S. Beagle in 1831 Inquiries were made among professors at British universities, and a former professor of Darwin’s proposed him for the position aboard the Beagle. After taking his final exams at Cambridge in 1831, Darwin spent a few weeks on a geological expedition to Wales. He had intended to return to Cambridge that fall for theological training, but a letter from a professor, John Steven Henslow, inviting him to join the Beagle, changed everything. Darwin was excited to join the ship, but his father was against the idea, thinking it foolhardy. Other relatives convinced Darwin’s father otherwise, and during the fall of 1831 the 22-year-old Darwin made preparations to depart England for five years. H.M.S. Beagle Departed England in 1831 With its eager passenger aboard, the Beagle left England on December 27, 1831. The ship reached the Canary Islands in early January, and continued onward to South America, which was reached by the end of February 1832. During the explorations of South America, Darwin was able to spend considerable time on land, sometimes arranging for the ship to drop him off and pick him up at the end of an overland trip. He kept notebooks to record his observations, and during quiet times on board the Beagle he would transcribe his notes into a journal. In the summer of 1833 Darwin went inland with gauchos in Argentina. During his treks in South America Darwin dug for bones and fossils, and was also exposed to the horrors of slavery and other human rights abuses. Darwin Visited the Galapagos Islands After considerable explorations in South America, the Beagle reached the Galapagos Islands in September 1835. Darwin was fascinated by such oddities as volcanic rocks and giant tortoises. He later wrote about approaching tortoises, which would retreat into their shells. The young scientist would then climb on top, and attempt to ride the large reptile when it began moving again. He recalled that it was difficult to keep his balance. While in the Galapagos Darwin collected samples of


What is the word for the apparent change in frequency of a vibration due to the relative change in position of the observer?

acoustics - Doppler effect "apparent frequency" - Physics Stack Exchange up vote 2 down vote accepted Actually No. Here's a Flash simulation for Doppler effect which I found useful while googling. It really does exist and not some random appearance..! I don't know whether the term Apparent frequency is good to use or not... We know that Sound is a form of mechanical vibration. When the source moves away from the stable observer at some noticeable speeds (relative to observer) or the observer moves away from the stable source, the frequency of sound perceived by the observer is always less than the actual frequency of the source. It could be easily imagined when you stand somewhere along the roadside and a speeding car passes by... (which is provided in Scene 1 of the simulation). For the reversal (i.e. either the observer or the source moving towards each other), it happens exactly antonymous... One thing to notice in Doppler effect is that when the observer speeds at the speed of sound relative to the source, his detector (ear) doesn't oscillate at all. I mean, you'd probably hear Nothing... up vote 4 down vote I would have to see the words in context, but the description "apparent frequency" seems strange to me. The frequency your ear detects is exactly what the most sophisticated scientific instrument would measure. The Doppler shift is real in that the frequency your ear detects is really the sound frequency in your frame. I would guess "apparent frequency" means that in your frame the frequency of the source is different to the frequency measured in the rest frame of the source. So you could argue that in your frame the frequency of the source "appears" to be different. However I would argue that it doesn't just "appear" to be different, it really is different! You'll find the same sort of confusion when you start learning special relativity. In your inertial frame an object moving at nearly the speed of light has its length contracted , that is you will measure the moving object to be shorter than someone making the same measurement in the object's rest frame. But there's nothing "apparent" about it: in your frame the object really is shorter.


In 1957 the inaugural Uber Cup, the most important women's badminton team competition in the world, was won by competitors from which country?

nl022010 INFO THOMAS & UBER CUPS 2010       (Source WBF   Website)    africa-badminton.com 12/02/2010 Voici les dates des phases qualificatives   de la Thomas Cup et de la Uber Cup pour les cinq continents. 1. Thomas Uber Cup Continental Stage European Men's & Women's Team    Championship (16 -21 Feb 2010, Warsaw,Poland) Badminton Pam Am Confederation  TUC    Regional 2010 (18 -21 Feb 2010, Lima Peru) Thomas Uber Cup Preliminaries    Oceania  Zone (19 -20 Feb 2010, Invercagill , New Zealand) Africa Thomas    Uber Cup Preliminaries (21 - 23 Feb 2010, Kampala , Uganda) Thomas /Uber Cup Preliminary Asia    Zone (21 - 28 Feb 2010, Nakornratchasima, Thailand) 2. Thomas Uber Cup Final ( 9 -16 May   2010 , Kuala Lumpur,Malaysia THOMAS     CUP Overview The Thomas Cup ï¿½ ï¿½Menï¿½s Team World     Badminton Championshipï¿½, held every two years, is     the most sought after menï¿½s team trophy for     badminton. Only three nations have won the Thomas     Cup since its inception in 1948; Malaysia, Indonesia     and China.  Next Thomas Cup China has won that last  three Thomas Cups     held in Jakarta in 2004,Sendai/Tokyo in 2006 and     Jakarta 2008.The next Menï¿½s Team World Badminton     Championship for the Thomas Cup will be hosted     in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 09 - 16 May 2010. The Thomas Cup championships will be combined again     with the Uber Cup - the Womenï¿½s Team World Badminton     Championship. UBER      CUP Overview The Uber Cup ï¿½ ï¿½Womenï¿½s Team World      Badminton Championshipï¿½ - is the most sought      after womenï¿½s team trophy in the badminton      world. Only four nations have won the Uber      Cup since its inception in 1956; the USA,      Japan, Indonesia and China.    Next Uber Cup China won that last three Uber Cups      held in Jakarta in 2004, Sendai/Tokyo in      2006 and in Jakarta 2008. The next Womenï¿½s      Team World Badminton Championship for the      Uber Cup will be hosted in Kuala      Lumpur,Malaysia 09 - 16 May 2010. The Uber Cup championships will be combined      again with the Thomas Cup ï¿½ the Menï¿½s Team      World Badminton Championship. 14 Le Pï¿½le Espoir lancï¿½ cette semaine ? Le Pï¿½le Espoir de badminton sera    vraisemblabement lancï¿½ en fin de semaine par le Trust Fund    for Excellence in Sports (TFES). Raj Gaya, prï¿½sident de    l'Association mauricienne de Badminton (AMB), indique qu'il    rencontrera le Chief Executive du TFES, Michael Glover mardi    ou mercredi pour finaliser les derniers dï¿½tails. " Le TFES a ï¿½tabli une liste prï¿½liminaire d'une dizaine de    noms et retiendra entre 4 et 8 joueurs pour lancer le Pï¿½le    Espoir. Il est fort possible que le lancement officiel se    fasse en prï¿½sence du ministre de la Jeunesse et des Sports,    Devanand Ritoo en fin de semaine ", indique Raj Gaya. 14 UGANDA   2010  UNDER 18 ........       africa-badminton.com 13/02/2010   INFO Badminton   africain 2010  ....... Si on en parlait un peu  !!!    africa-badminton NDLR   14/02/2010 Tout devait commencer en Algï¿½rie du 25-27 janvier avec l'Algeria   U18 International's suivi les 28-31 janvier avec l'Algeria   International's Open ..... Tout devait se poursuivre au Maroc du 30 janvier 02 fï¿½vrier avec   le Morocco U18 International's .... Du moins c'est ce qui avait ï¿½tï¿½ officiellement annoncï¿½ par la   Badminton Confederation of Africa (B.C.A.) dans son calendrier   2010. Fï¿½vrier 2010 ..... Mois   du Badminton en Ouganda  avec quatre manifestations   considï¿½rï¿½es comme importantes : 17-19 Fï¿½vrier : Uganda U18 International's  (qualificatifs   pour les J.O. Jeunes de Singapour Aoï¿½t 2010) 20-23 Fï¿½vrier : Thomas & Uber Cups (prï¿½liminaires zone Afrique   pour les phases finales de Kuala Lumpur Mai 2010) 24-25 Fï¿½vrier : All Africa Individual championships 2010 26-28 Fï¿½vrier : Uganda International's Open. Par rapport ï¿½ la   concentration de


In which Canadian province is French the only official language?

Francophone Affairs Program of British Columbia In 2001, the Government of British Columbia established the Francophone Affairs Program, which seeks to support the development and delivery of French services and to explore initiatives to enhance the vitality of French language and culture in British Columbia. This is achieved by working together with the province’s Francophone community and with the federal government. Office of the British Columbia Ombudsperson British Columbia’s Ombudsperson ensures that people are treated fairly when receiving public services by answering questions from members of the public and investigating complaints about the services of provincial public agencies. Agencies under the jurisdiction of the Ombudsperson include provincial ministries, health care institutions, educational institutions, municipal and regional governments, professional associations, Crown corporations and government boards. Fédération des francophones de la Colombie-Britannique (in French only) Established in 1945, the Fédération des francophones de la Colombie-Britannique represents British Columbia’s French-speaking community and works to increase French-language services in the province. The Fédération currently includes approximately 40 member associations from a wide variety of regions and sectors in British Columbia. Its goal is to defend the rights and interests of Franco-Columbians and to preserve their linguistic and cultural heritage. Francophone Secretariat of Alberta Established in 1999 by the Alberta government in recognition of its commitment to its Francophone citizenry, the Francophone Secretariat represents the needs of Alberta’s French-speaking community within the provincial government by serving as a liaison and by supporting initiatives to promote the French language and culture in Alberta. Alberta Ombudsman The Alberta Ombudsman, an impartial officer operating independently from the provincial government, protects the right of Albertans to be treated fairly in receiving public services. The Ombudsman responds to complaints from individuals who feel they have been treated unfairly by a provincial government authority or a designated professional organization. Association canadienne-française de l’Alberta (in French only) Founded in 1926, the Association canadienne-française de l’Alberta represents Alberta’s French-speaking community. With 13 regional associations across Alberta, it promotes pride and cultural expression among Franco-Albertans and works with other organizations in the province to strengthen ties within the Francophone community. Its mission is to advance the rights of French-speaking Albertans and to foster the development of the province’s French-speaking community. Francophone Affairs Branch of Saskatchewan Created in 1990, Saskatchewan’s Francophone Affairs Branch serves as a liaison between the provincial government and the province’s French-speaking community. It provides support for provincial ministries, Crown corporations and agencies to help them deliver improved French-language services. It also manages Saskatchewan’s French-language Services Centre , a single window for the public to access provincial services and programs in French. The Francophone Affairs Branch is responsible for guiding and monitoring the implementation of the Government of Saskatchewan French-language Services Policy . Ombudsman Saskatchewan Ombudsman Saskatchewan is an independent office headed by the provincial Ombudsman, whose job is to hold the government accountable in matters of fairness. Ombudsman Saskatchewan promotes fairness by investigating complaints about unfairness in government services, educating the government about fair practices and promoting its services to the general public. Assemblée communautaire fransaskoise Established in 1912 to promote the interests and defend the rights of Saskatchewan’s French-speaking population—better known as the Fransaskois—the Assemblée communautaire fransaskoise is the provincial advocate of Saskatchewan’s Francophone community. Its mandate is to def


"Which song from the 1945 Rodgers and Hammerstein musical ""Carousel"" was recorded in 1963 by Gerry & The Pacemakers and became the anthem of Liverpool Football Club?"

You'll Never Walk Alone - Lyrics and History - Liverpool FC With hope in your heart And you’ll never walk alone You’ll never walk alone Walk on, walk on With hope in your heart And you’ll never walk alone You’ll never walk alone   Who sang it first? Liverpool or Celtic? There is much discussion between Liverpool and Celtic fans about which group of fans first adopted the song as their own, but it is widely accepted that The Kop were the first group of fans to perform it on the terraces thanks to the local connection with Gerry and the Pacemakers, and the story that the group presented their version of the song to Bill Shankly. From  Wikipedia : The song quickly became the anthem of Liverpool Football Club and is invariably sung by its supporters moments before the start of each home game.[11] The words “You’ll Never Walk Alone” also feature in the club crest and on the Shankly Gates entrance to Anfield, the home stadium. According to former player Tommy Smith, Gerry Marsden presented Liverpool manager Bill Shankly with a tape recording of his forthcoming cover single during a pre-season coach trip in the summer of 1963. “Shanks was in awe of what he heard. […] Football writers from the local newspapers were travelling with our party and, thirsty for a story of any kind between games, filed copy back to their editors to the effect that we had adopted Gerry Marsden’s forthcoming single as the club song.” There was also an article on The Guradian website which states that Liverpool fans were more than likely the original source of the song, again due to the Gerry and the Pacemakers connection. And the fact that a group of Scottish football fans might not be so aware of the musical Carousel (their stereotype, not mine!) From The Guardian : The song, originally written by Rodgers and Hammerstein in 1945 for the Broadway musical Carousel, only became a terrace favourite after it was covered by Gerry and the Pacemakers in November 1963. Almost immediately – as footage from Panorama in 1964 shows – Liverpool supporters adopted it. As Paul Fields points out: “Before the early 60s football fans made noise and occasionally chanted something brief (like Play Up Pompey!) but it was the Kop that started singing popular songs of the day (mainly Merseybeat songs such as Gerry and the Pacemakers’ You’ll Never Walk Alone) and later started to adapt the lyrics of songs to celebrate the team and its players. “If any Celtic fans still claim that they sang it first, it would have to predate Gerry’s version. Now can you really see thousands of working class Glaswegians in the 50s/early 60s spontaneously joining in a sing-along from a Rodgers and Hammerstein musical?” No, us neither. Finally, here is the video for the Gerry and the Pacemakers version. YNWA


The name of what product, also known as paraffin, a combustible hydrocarbon liquid, was registered as a trademark by Abraham Gesner in 1854?

Kerosene K Kerosene Kerosene, sometimes spelled kerosine in scientific and industrial usage, also known as paraffin, is a combustible hydrocarbon liquid. The name is derived from Greek keros (κηρός wax ). The word Kerosene was registered as a trademark by Abraham Gesner in 1854 and for several years only the North American Gas Light Company and the Downer Company (to which Gesner had granted the right) were allowed to call their lamp oil kerosene. It eventually became a genericized trademark. It is usually called paraffin (sometimes paraffin oil) in the UK, South East Asia and South Africa (not to be confused with the waxy solid also called paraffin wax or just paraffin , or the much more viscous paraffin oil used as a laxative); the term kerosene is usual in much of Canada, the United States, Australia (where it is usually referred to colloquially as kero) and New Zealand . Kerosene is widely used to power jet-engined aircraft (jet fuel) and some rockets, but is also commonly used as a heating fuel and for fire toys such as poi. The heat of combustion of Kerosene is similar to that of diesel : its lower heating value is around 18,500 Btu /lb, or 43.1 MJ/ kg , and its higher heating value is 46.2MJ/kg. Properties Kerosene is a thin, clear liquid formed from hydrocarbons, with density of 0.78-0.81g/cm3. Kerosene is obtained from the fractional distillation of petroleum between 150 ° C and 275 °C, resulting in a mixture of carbon chains that typically contain between 6 and 16 carbon atoms per molecule . The flash point of kerosene is between 37 and 65 °C (100–150 °F) and its autoignition temperature is 220 °C (428 °F).  Kerosene is insoluble in water (cold or hot), but miscible in petroleum solvents. History Around the year 850 the Abbasid Caliphate introduced a refined lamp oil, or kerosene, manufactured from crude oil by distillation, named naft abyad ("white naphtha"), which was made using an apparatus called al-inbiq, the origin of the English word alembic . In his Kitab al-Asrar (Book of Secrets), the physician and chemist al-Razi (Rhazes) described two methods for the production of kerosene. One method involved using clay as an absorbent, whereas the other method involved using ammonium chloride (sal ammoniac). The distillation process was to be repeated until the final product was perfectly clear and "safe to light," i.e. volatile hydrocarbon fractions had been mostly removed. Kerosene was also produced during the same period from oil shale and bitumen by heating the rock to extract the oil, which was then distilled. In 1846 Canadian geologist Abraham Gesner gave a public demonstration in Charlottetown , Prince Edward Island of a new process he had discovered. He heated coal in a retort and distilled from it a clear, thin fluid which he showed made an excellent lamp fuel. He coined the name "Kerosene" for his fuel, a contraction of keroselaion, meaning wax-oil. The cost of extracting kerosene from coal was, however, high. Fortunately, Gesner recalled from his extensive knowledge of New Brunswick's geology a naturally-occurring asphaltum called Albertite. He was however blocked from using it by the New Brunswick coal conglomerate because they had coal extraction rights for the province and he lost a court case when their experts claimed that Albertite was in fact a form of coal. Gesner subsequently moved to Newton Creek, Long Island , USA, in 1854, where he secured the backing of a group of businessmen. They formed the North American Gas Light Company, to which he assigned his patents. Despite clear priority of discovery, Gesner did not obtain his first kerosene patent until 1854, two years after James Young's US patent. Gesner's method of purifying the distillation products appears to have been superior to Young's, resulting in a cleaner and better smelling fuel. Manufacture of kerosene under the Gesner patents began in New York in 1854 and later in Boston , being distilled from bituminous coal and oil shale. In 1848 Scottish chemist James Young experimented with oil discovered seeping in a coal mine as a source of


Carl Lewis won 9 Olympic gold medals. He won his first in what year?

Carl LEWIS - Olympic Athletics | United States of America Carl LEWIS Olympic Games 1984 , 1988 , 1992 , 1996 One of the greatest athletes of all time Carl Lewis, as one of only four Olympic athletes to have won nine Olympic gold medals, is widely recognised as one of the greatest athletes of all time. Matching Jesse Owens At the 1984 Los Angeles Games, Lewis emulated his boyhood idol Jesse Owens by winning gold in the 100m, the 200m, the long jump and the 4x100m relay. A superstar was born. Further Olympic joy At the 1988 Seoul Games, Lewis defended his 100m title after Ben Johnson was disqualified. He also defended his long jump title and claimed silver in the 200m. Four years later in Barcelona, he won a third gold medal in the long jump, defeating world record holder Mike Powell by just three centimetres. He also anchored the world record-setting US relay team. One last golden jump Lewis only just scraped into the US Olympic long jump team for the 1996 Atlanta Games. He then needed all three jumps to qualify for the final. However in the final, he majestically moved into first place with his third jump and stayed there. Olympic records His success in the long jump made Carl Lewis one of only three Olympians to win the same individual event four times. He is also one of only four Olympic athletes to win nine gold medals.


Where did the car manufacturer Saab originate?

Saab Cars - Select a Model About Saab Email Save Originally known as Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget (Svenska Aircraft Company), Saab is a Swedish company that began manufacturing automobiles in 1949. The company's early designs placed an emphasis on aerodynamics that is reflective of its history as an aircraft manufacturer. Read more Saab history Originally known as Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget (Svenska Aircraft Company), Saab is a Swedish company that began manufacturing automobiles in 1949. The company's early designs placed an emphasis on aerodynamics that is reflective of its history as an aircraft manufacturer. The first production Saab, the 92, boasted a lower coefficient of drag than many modern cars. The 93, unveiled in 1955, was powered by a three-cylinder, 33-horsepower engine, and featured the distinctive fastback profile that made early Saabs among the most recognizable cars on the road. By the time the '50s drew to a close, Saab's lineup had grown to include the 95 wagon (capable of seating up to seven) and the 93 750 Gran Turismo, the automaker's first series-built sports car. The marque started the '60s with the introduction of its successful Saab 96. With a production run of 20 years, this was the car that made Saab a recognized presence in the international market. The decade also saw the launch of the Saab Sport coupe. Scoring numerous wins on the rally circuit, the coupe marked Saab as a force to be reckoned with. The Sport's success on the track inspired a name change; it later came to be known as the Saab Monte Carlo 850. The Saab Sonett II sports car, with its body of fiberglass-reinforced plastic, also made its debut during the '60s, as did the Saab 99, which was the first Saab to feature the manufacturer's trademark wraparound windshield. In 1973, Saab gave birth to the 99 Combi Coupe. The car came to define the Saab brand; with its hatchback and fold-down rear seat it offered remarkable utility. By the end of the decade, Saab had rolled out the 99 Turbo, which was a forerunner in harnessing turbo technology for use in production cars. The company also introduced the Saab 900, which held the distinction of being the first car to offer a cabin air filter. During the 1980s, Saab cars (especially the Turbo models) gained American popularity as young urban professionals (yuppies) sought them out. The decade saw the launch of the 900 Turbo, the 900 Turbo Aero (the world's first car to offer a 16-valve turbo engine), the 900 convertible and the Saab 9000, a larger four-door car available in hatchback, and later on, sedan body styles. In 1990, General Motors bought half of Saab's automotive division. The decade saw the launch of a revamped 900; the car offered a bevy of cutting-edge safety features, including three rear three-point seatbelts and rear side-impact protection. By the time the '90s drew to a close, Saab had also unveiled the 9-5, a larger, premium four-door sedan that essentially replaced the 9000. The 9-5 offered a host of new technologies such as ventilated seats. It was also the first to offer Saab's active head restraints, a system designed to prevent whiplash injuries. By the 2000s, General Motors had bought the other half of Saab Automobile. Despite the brand's position on the leading edge of safety technology, Saab's popularity in the U.S. and around the world waned as its product portfolio grew increasingly stale and reliant on GM for parts, platforms and design. New models like the 9-2X and the 9-7X were based on platforms borrowed from other brands -- Subaru and Chevrolet, respectively. Meanwhile, the 9-5 soldiered on and the second-generation 9-3 ditched its quirky hatchback body style in favor of a mainstream sedan design. The hope was to make the 9-3 more appealing to American car buyers, but ultimately it only served to remove the car's unique personality. In the midst of General Motors' financial difficulties and eventual bankruptcy, Saab was viewed as a disposable, troubled asset and essentially cast away. With the financial assistance of a European bank and the Swedish gover


In 2009, Michael Perham, at the age of 17 years and 164 days, became the youngest person to do what?

5 teens who have sailed around the world solo | MNN - Mother Nature Network MNN.com > Lifestyle > Eco-Tourism 5 teens who have sailed around the world solo These young sailors braved months at sea (and in one case, a fight against the government) in pursuit of a dream. 65 AHOY: On Jan. 21, Laura Dekker became the youngest person to circumnavigate the globe alone. (Photo: Agence France-Presse) The first people to sail a ship around the world were the handful of survivors of Ferdinand Magellan's expedition, which was completed in 1522. Joshua Slocum set the record for the first solo trip around the world on his boat Spray in 1898. Since then, circumnavigation has become a badge of honor with sailors chasing the dream of taking certain routes and completing the journey in the least amount of time. Most people who even think about steering a boat around the world by themselves via [skipwords]wind power[/skipwords] have many years, sometimes decades, of sailing experience under their belts. But for every 10 gray-haired circumnavigators there's one teenager willing to risk his or her life for the thrill of the ultimate adventure. The governing body of around-the-world sailing, the World Sailing Speed Record Council , no longer recognizes the category of youngest (or oldest, or any other "human condition category") to sail around the world for two reasons: "Almost anyone would be able to claim a record of some sort," and "the verification of age/disability/marital status etc. is a less exact science" than monitoring and ratifying speed/time records. Even still, teen sailors continue to make the trip, content to simply be known as the youngest person to sail solo around the planet. Here's the story behind the adventurers 18 years old and younger who have completed the trip. David Dicks Photo: Greg Wood/Getty Images David Dicks set out on his trip in February 1996 from Fremantle, Australia, on a 34-foot boat named Seaflight. He spent the next nine months fighting his way through bad weather (four-story-high waves!), mechanical breakdowns and food poisoning, overcoming each challenge to grab the unofficial record for a solo, nonstop assisted circumnavigation. Unfortunately David lost the chance to claim his voyage as non-assisted when he accepted a bolt from the British Royal Navy mid-ocean to complete a repair vital to his continued efforts. Nevertheless, David, who was 18 when he completed his journey in November 1996, was hailed a hero in his native Australia. *** Jesse Martin Photo: jessemartin.net Though Australian Jesse Martin was a couple of weeks older than David Dicks when he completed his trip around the world in 1999, he grabbed the spot as the youngest person to sail around the world nonstop, unassisted and solo by avoiding taking help of the kind that David was forced to take. Jesse made his trip in his 34-foot boat, Lionheart-Mistral, documenting his journey in the book "Lionheart: A Journey of the Human Spirit." He traveled 27,000 nautical miles from December 1998 to October 1999, and was the impetus behind the World Sailing Speed Record Council discontinuing recognition for the youngest sailor to make a circumnavigation. *** Zac Sunderland Photo: Hans Gutknecht/ZUMA Press In 2009, Zac Sunderland became the first person younger than 18 to sail solo around the world when he successfully completed his 13-month trip in Intrepid, the 36-foot boat he bought with $6,500 that he had saved up from after-school jobs. (He completed his trip without any major corporate sponsorship.) The California native set out on his trip in June 2008 when he was still 16 and finished in July 2009 before he became legally eligible to vote. He snatched the now-unrecognized record of youngest circumnavigator from Jesse Martin and held it for all of six weeks before losing it to 17-year-old English sailor Michael Perham, who was a few months younger when he completed his trip. (Zac's sister Abby attempted the same feat in January 2010 but was thwarted more than halfway through her quest when the mast of her boat Wild Eyes collapsed in heavy sea


The first concrete-steel composite arch bridge in the USA that links the states of Nevada and Arizona by spanning the Colorado River is near which other man-made construction?

Hoover Dam according to the crowd Find hotels near Hoover Dam Hoover Dam The Hoover Dam is a dam.   Hoover Dam (36�0'56''N, 114�44'16''W), also known as Boulder Dam,  is a concrete gravity-arch dam in the Black Canyon of  the Colorado River, on the border between the U.S.  states of Arizona and Nevada. The dam, located 48 km (30  miles) southeast of Las Vegas, is named after Herbert Hoover,  who played an instrumental role in its construction, first as  Secretary of Commerce and then later as President of the  United States. Construction began in 1931 and was completed in 1936,  over two years ahead of schedule. The dam & the power plant are  operated by the Bureau of Reclamation of the U.S. Department  of the Interior. Listed on the National Register of Historic  Places in 1981, Hoover Dam was designated a National Historic  Landmark in 1985. Interesting places in Hoover Dam:


According to the song, who loved Puff, the magic dragon?

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


What system, available on the internet, was founded by Mark Zuckerberg, Eduardo Saverin, Dustin Moskovitz and Chris Hughes?

Eduardo Saverin Finally Opens Up: 'No Hard Feelings Between Me And Mark Zuckerberg' Eduardo Saverin Finally Opens Up: 'No Hard Feelings Between Me And Mark Zuckerberg' {{article.article.images.featured.caption}} Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Full Bio The author is a Forbes contributor. The opinions expressed are those of the writer. Loading ... This story appears in the {{article.article.magazine.pretty_date}} issue of {{article.article.magazine.pubName}}. Subscribe Eduardo Saverin on the cover of Veja (Photo by Gilberto Tadday) It took almost a decade, one Hollywood flick and roughly a billion friends for Eduardo Saverin to agree on telling his side of the story about the founding of Facebook , the social-networking website that since 2004 has changed the way we communicate. Now, tens of billions of dollars later, the Brazil-born, Miami -bred billionaire finally addressed some of the topics that have been fueling people's imagination for years. Much of what people say about him is--he states--nothing but "Hollywood fantasy." In a revealing, world-exclusive interview with reporter Fábio Altman published this weekend by Veja , Brazil's leading newsmagazine, Saverin explained that he never talked to the media before due to contract restraints with the other Facebook shareholders. Ready to set the record straight, and after months of negotiations, Saverin welcomed Altman and photographer Gilberto Tadday at his new multi-million dollar condo in Singapore, where he lives since 2009, which also serves as his office. He keeps connected to the world through his iPhone, iPad, and his 3 Mac displays, one of which is constantly running weather softwares about hurricanes and tsunamis, a childhood hobby deepened by the time when he saw how Hurricane Andrew struck South Florida, in 1992. "I was fascinated by it, and, already having some scientific knowledge, I was able to see the eye of the hurricane, literally." Funny story: Saverin first made international headlines at the tender age of 13, when he beat a chess grandmaster during a match in Orlando . The fact was so unusual that he was mentioned on an article published by The International Chess Magazine. His parents’ best bit of the day: moments before delivering the checkmate, Saverin turned to his mother and asked, "Do you think it's alright if I win?" Described by Altman as a shy, and yet strong-willed person, Saverin began his chat with the journalist explaining how his family immigrated to the United States from Brazil, in the early 1990s. Contrary to what has been said, the Saverins didn't choose to leave the South American nation because of kidnapping threats. "I've always wanted to live in the United States, that was a dream I decided to fulfill because Brazil was facing a crisis, [former president] Fernando Collor had just freezed all saving accounts, the situation wasn't easy," said Roberto Saverin, Eduardo's father, who now runs a Miami-based pharmaceutical drugs export business and was also interviewed by Altman. Along with his wife, a psychologist, and his three children--Eduardo being the youngest one--Roberto settled in the Florida city which is a favorite destination for Brazilian tourists and immigrants. Only years after moving to the U.S. he found that his father and Eduardo’s grandfather, Eugênio Saverin, was on a list of potential kidnapping targets. A prominent Romanian Jew, Eugênio founded the chain of kidswear retailer Tip Top in São Paulo, in 1952. His entrepreneurial skills earned him, 50 years later, the title of official of the Order of Rio Branco, the highest honor that a Brazilian citizen can receive, which was given to the patriarch of the Saverin family by the then president Fernando Henrique Cardoso. After making that clear, Saverin, who's worth an estimated $2 billion as of Forbes' last count , credited his grandparents for inspiring him to become successful. "All of us, always, ended up doing something," he proudly said, almost not realizing that his 'something' just became the most talked-about IPO in a decade, only eigh


Which sisters have been romantically linked to Nick Lachey, John Mayer, Tony Romo and Pete Wentz?

Jessica Simpson in 'real family' Home / Entertainment / News celebrities / Jessica Simpson in 'real family' Jessica Simpson in 'real family' Published on 6 April 2010 Joe Simpson believes his daughters Jessica and Ashlee Simpson have never gone off the rails because they are part of a ''real family'' that supports them. Jessica and Ashlee Simpson have never gone off the rails because they are part of a "real family", according to dad Joe Simpson. The former Baptist minister, who manages both of his daughters' careers, is proud that his girls live relatively normal lives and haven't been seduced by the trappings of fame like so many other young stars. Joe - who is still married to Jessica and Ashlee's mother Tina - said in an interview with Fox News: "We have a real family. You can't just put these kids out in the world and they're on their own. I can remember a time when Jessica was singing at Madison Square Garden and her outfit ripped before she went on. We were there for her." Despite his reputation as a controlling dad, Joe is adamant he has never told either of his daughters who they should date. He stated: "I don't tell my girls who to date or marry or what to do." Ashlee, 22, is married to rocker Pete Wentz and the couple have a 16-month-old son Bronx Mowgli together. Jessica, 27, was wed to singer Nick Lachey but the couple divorced in June 2006. Since then she has dated womanising musician John Mayer and Dallas Cowboys football player Tony Romo and was recently romantically linked to Smashing Pumpkins rocker Billy Corgan, although she insists they are just friends. Despite her painful split from Nick, Joe insists he has no hard feelings towards his former son-in-law - who tied the knot with Jessica when she was 22. Joe said: "I have nothing against Nick. But they got married very young. I told Jessica, 'You're going to hit an age when it's all going to be clear to you - life, that is - and you'll know what you want to do.'   "I do blame 50 per cent of their break-up on the media." ◀


The first act of organised opposition to British rule after the declaration of independence by the Indian National Congress was The Satyagraha, a campaign of nonviolent protest which began with a March to Dandi in March 1930, to protest about tax on what?

Mahatma Gandhi Embarks on the Salt Satyagraha | World History Project Mar 12 1930 Mahatma Gandhi Embarks on the Salt Satyagraha The Salt Satyagraha was a campaign of nonviolent protest against the British salt tax in colonial India which began with the Salt March to Dandi on March 12, 1930. It was the first act of organized opposition to British rule after Purna Swaraj, the declaration of independence by the Indian National Congress. Mahatma Gandhi led the Dandi march from his Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi, Gujarat to produce salt without paying the tax, with growing numbers of Indians joining him along the way. When Gandhi broke the salt laws in Dandi at the conclusion of the march on April 6, 1930, it sparked large scale acts of civil disobedience against the British Raj salt laws by millions of Indians. Gandhi was arrested on May 5, 1930, just days before his planned raid on the Dharasana Salt Works. The Dandi March and the ensuing Dharasana Satyagraha drew worldwide attention to the Indian independence movement through extensive newspaper and newsreel coverage. The satyagraha against the salt tax continued for almost a year, ending with Gandhi's release from jail and negotiations with Viceroy Lord Irwin at the Second Round Table Conference. Over 80,000 Indians were jailed as a result of the Salt Satyagraha. The campaign had a significant effect on changing world and British attitudes toward Indian independence, and caused large numbers of Indians to actively join the fight for the first time, but failed to win major concessions from the British. The Salt Satyagraha campaign was based upon Gandhi's principles of nonviolent protest called satyagraha, which he loosely translated as "truth-force." In early 1930 the Indian National Congress chose satyagraha as their main tactic for winning Indian independence from British rule and appointed Gandhi to organize the campaign. Gandhi chose the 1882 British Salt Act as the first target of satyagraha. The Salt March to Dandi, and the beating of hundreds of nonviolent protesters in Dharasana, demonstrated the effective use of civil disobedience as a technique for fighting social and political injustice. The satyagraha teachings of Gandhi and the March to Dandi had a significant influence on American civil rights activist Martin Luther King, Jr., and his fight for civil rights for blacks and other minority groups in the 1960s.


"What sport is featured in the musical ""The Beautiful Game"" by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Ben Elton?"

The Beautiful Game [Original Cast Recording] - Original London Cast | Songs, Reviews, Credits | AllMusic The Beautiful Game [Original Cast Recording] AllMusic Rating google+ AllMusic Review               by William Ruhlmann Andrew Lloyd Webber and Ben Elton 's The Beautiful Game (which opened in London on September 26, 2000) is an original story set in Northern Ireland in the late '60s that concerns a team of teenaged football (i.e., soccer) players whose lives are derailed by the Irish Troubles. It's an unusually serious topic for Lloyd Webber and is driven by Elton, a playwright and comedian (though there are no laughs here). The late-'60s setting plunges Lloyd Webber back into his pop/rock roots in a style somewhat reminiscent of Jesus Christ Superstar, though he has also borrowed from other styles, notably the rhythmic, ominous music that film director John Carpenter composes for his horror movies. Elton excels at delineating character and giving a sense of the world of British sport, especially in the early going, though the result is that the original London cast recording carries a warning ("some lyrics may cause offence") and there is a fair amount of slang that will slow down American listeners. Actually, the show remains appealing until after the wedding and marriage night depicted early in the second act, but then the more heavy-handed aspects of the plot kick in and the musical begins to drag toward its inevitable "why can't we live together in peace" finale. Typically, conventional songs such as "Let Us Love in Peace" and "Our Kind of Love" were being emphasized around the time of the show's opening in the hope of scoring a pop hit, but the more impressive songs are the quirkier ones such as the triumphant drinking number "Off to the Party" and "Don't Like You," in which the main couple discover their interest in each other. It's a score to be enjoyed more in individual parts than as a whole, if only because, by combining sports, politics, and a Romeo and Juliet romance, Elton has more elements in the plot than he can handle effectively. Josie Walker, in the female lead of Mary, makes the strongest impression among the cast members, though they are all good singers. Track Listing


"""Coronation Street"" is set in what suburb?"

Coronation Street's brand new set has new road in 7.7 acre location | Daily Mail Online comments Soap bosses have moved Weatherfield from Manchester to Trafford to make more room for filming  Mawdsley Street has been added to the set, which has been one of the background roads on the ITV soap Every landmark must be copied faithfully and builders are laying 11,000 cobbles, 19,000 bricks and seven colours of mortar so it will stand up to scrutiny on HD TV screens New set will be full size so two cars can pass each other New aerial shots of the Coronation Street set show it is near completion. The first official picture of Coronation Street's new site at MediaCityUK were released by ITV bosses back in April, but now it's clear to see the Rovers Return and many other famous Corrie landmarks. A new road is part of the newly built set, which could mean a number of new characters could be moving into the area, bringing with them exciting new storylines. Nearly complete: The new Coronation Street set looks ready to go as builders put finishing touches on the Salford location Weatherfield update: Nearly complete: The rear view of the set which shows the kebab shop and the newly built luxury apartments Victoria Court flats New road: According to reports, a brand new street has been built on the £10 million development There are new homes on the adjacent Mawdsley Street which has been one of the background roads along with Inkerman Street, Crimea Street, Bessie Street, Balaclava Terrace, Jubilee Terrace, Tile Street, Viaduct Street and Queen Street. A spokesman for the award-winning soap said every landmark was faithfully copied  and builders have laid up to 11,000 cobbles, 19,000 bricks and using seven colours of mortar so it will stand up to scrutiny on HD TV screens. RELATED ARTICLES Share this article Share And now the Coronation Street will be able to fit two cars down its road, the first time this could happen in the ITV show's 52 year history, but so that it retains the weathered look of it's buildings, now producers have asked builders to make it look as old as those on the Granada set. According to The Sun, engineers are applying special dyes to recreated the soot-stains from the working chimneys, as well as knocking chunks out of various homes' brickwork to give it that lived-in look. High definition: Extra care has been taken to make sure the set looks realistic for the HD cameras Third times a charm: The set has been rebuilt twice before, in 1982 and 1999 They also report that yoghurt has been applied to walls and ceilings to encourage moss and mould to grow, as well as quick-peeling paint to represent some of the shabby houses lived in by the soap opera's characters. Also located on the £10million Quays development are the luxury Victoria Court flats of Victoria Street, which previously have only been represented with inside studio shots of the apartment owned by Nick and Leanne Tilsley, or a front entrance. Construction will continue until the end of 2013, however the exact date of when the production moves to the MediaCityUK site has yet to be confirmed. The current set is on Quay Street in Manchester City Centre, where the dramas of the soap have been filmed since the 1980s, when it was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II, before that, Corrie was filmed indoors on a street in Salford from its inception in 1960. Braving the storm: Despite the weather warnings, Corrie stars filmed scenes for upcoming episodes The construction site for the new location will find the residents becoming neighbours to history and sport with the Imperial War Museum North and Man United's Old Trafford Stadium both a stones throw from the new lot. The move comes as ITV relocates many of its major assets to the city's new Media Centre which also houses BBC offices and other media outlets. Plans for the new Corrie set were first announced at the beginning of 2010 and construction began in August 2011. Producer Stuart Blackburn told the tabloid: 'Everything's going well. There's no published date for the move, but Tr


What is the dividend of 22 divided by 7?

22 Divided by 7 - 10a19-r 61n3-25 10a19-r 61n3-25 Updated Jan 17, 2017, 9:40 AM Unusual technical information and stuff Use template Jas-R 22 Divided by 7   Greater accuracy can be obtained with math problems involving shapes that are circular, conical, cylindrical, elliptical, spherical.   3.14159265... is not exactly equal to 22 divided by 7           7 times 3.14159265... equals 21.991...   22 divided by 3.14159265... equals 7.0028...   For reducing or cross canceling then, A. If the number 7 (denominator) then use 21.991..., dividend of 7, the divisor B. If the number 22 (numerator) then use 7.0028..., divisor of 22, the dividend   The following seems to be a better combination: 355 divided by 113 equals 3.14159292035398230088495575221230088495575221230... or [16 divided by 113] plus 3


In November 1986, US President Ronald Reagan set up the Tower Commission to investigate what?

Tower Commission legal definition of Tower Commission Tower Commission legal definition of Tower Commission http://legal-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/Tower+Commission Also found in: Dictionary , Encyclopedia , Wikipedia . Iran-Contra Affair The Iran-Contra Affair involved a secret foreign policy operation directed by White House officials in the National Security Council (NSC) under President ronald reagan. The operation had two goals: first, to sell arms to Iran in the hope of winning the release of U.S. hostages in Lebanon, and second, to illegally divert profits from these sales to the Contra rebels fighting to overthrow the Sandinista government of Nicaragua. Discovery of the secret operation, in 1986, triggered a legal and political uproar that rocked the Reagan administration. The numerous related investigations and indictments did not end until 1993 and even then questions remained about the roles of senior White House officials in this arms-for-hostages deal. The affair came to public attention on November 3, 1986, when a Lebanese publication, Al-Shiraa, first reported that the United States had sold arms to Iran. The news was shocking because the Reagan administration had previously denounced Iran as a supporter of international Terrorism . Shortly after the Al-Shiraa report Nicaraguan forces downed a U.S. plane and captured its pilot. The pilot's confession led to a second startling revelation: a private U.S. enterprise was supplying arms to Contra rebels. The enterprise seemed designed to circumvent the will of Congress. In the early 1980s, after bitter debate, Congress had passed legislation barring the use of federal monies to overthrow the Nicaraguan government. Through a series of amendments to appropriations bills enacted between 1982 and 1986, known as the Boland amendments, this legislation blocked the Reagan administration's wish to go on supporting the Contras. Now it was revealed that private citizens and private monies were being used to this end. Moreover, the operation was being directed from within the White House by the NSC—the president's advisory cabinet on security affairs and covert operations. Directing the Iran-Contra enterprise were Vice Admiral John Poindexter, national security assistant, and his subordinate, Lieutenant Colonel Oliver North, deputy director for political-military affairs. Each branch of government quickly began a separate investigation into the affair. In December 1986, President Reagan issued an Executive Order creating the Tower Commission, named after its chair, John Tower. The purpose of this three-member review board was to recommend changes in executive policy regarding the future roles and procedures of the NSC staff. Reagan's creation of the commission was a tacit disavowal of presidential knowledge or responsibility for the actions of Iran-Contra participants. Although admitting that his administration had negotiated secretly with Iran in order to free the hostages in Lebanon, he publicly denied knowing about the arms-supplying enterprise directed by his own NSC staff. Simultaneously, the Senate and the House of Representatives each created a select Iran-Contra committee. These committees were charged with holding hearings to uncover facts and to recommend legislative action to prevent future illegal foreign policy operations. In their zeal to fully expose the affair, the committees granted limited forms of Immunity to several key witnesses. This decision proved to be a mixed blessing. On the one hand, it provided Congress and the U.S. public with a wider understanding of the affair through televised hearings (which also made a public figure out of Lieutenant Colonel North). But it ultimately proved harmful to efforts to prosecute North and Vice Admiral Poindexter. The attorney general requested that an Independent Counsel be appointed to investigate wrongdoing. An independent counsel is a special appointee who is given the authority to bring indictments and pursue convictions. For this important role, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia


What is the name of the place where water comes out of the ground?

Groundwater - NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation Skip to main navigation Groundwater Groundwater provides drinking water to one quarter of New Yorkers, and half of all Americans. Find information about: Water Well Decommissioning What is Groundwater? Groundwater is an often misunderstood resource that provides one quarter of New Yorkers, and half of all Americans, with their drinking water. It can be found virtually everywhere on the planet at depths ranging from very shallow to very deep. Figure 1. Where does groundwater come from? Where does it come from? When rain falls to the ground, some of it is carried off as runoff down-slope into streams, lakes, and other bodies of water or into sewers. But some of it travels downward into the ground and through the underlying sediment, the upper part of which is not completely filled with water (the "unsaturated zone"). Continuing its downward route in the unsaturated zone it moves through the interconnected openings of sand, gravel, silt, and clay or openings in rock until it reaches the "saturated zone" where it becomes groundwater. As the late Ralph Heath, a highly respected USGS geologist, lyrically wrote in 1964: "What is ground water? It is the water from springs, the water pumped from wells, and the water that bubbles up through the bottom of brooks, rivers, and lakes. It is a part of all streamflow and on streams without lakes or storage reservoirs, ground water seepage supplies the entire "fair-weather" flow. "In its natural place ground water is invisible to human eyes (except when seen in limestone caverns). As a result, it has been the object of numerous misconceptions and superstitions for hundreds of years. Among the most prevalent are that ground water universally occurs in veins and underground rivers. This belief contrasts with the scientific data collected over the years by groundwater hydrologists and well drillers which shows that veins and underground rivers are relatively rare. In most places ground water occurs in and moves through an intricate network of very small openings. Remarkably few wells drilled in New York fail to penetrate at least a few of these openings." Groundwater Resources of New York Click map for full size-image The map in Figure 2 shows the location of New York's most productive aquifers. Although bedrock formations are a significant source of groundwater supply, the most productive aquifers in New York are generally located in unconsolidated sediments (e.g., sand and/or gravel deposits). The areas shown in yellow on the map are " Primary Aquifers ". These are aquifers that are capable of yielding a great deal of groundwater and are also heavily utilized. The green areas show the remainder of the unconsolidated aquifers in New York that are generally capable of providing 10 to 100 or more gallons per minute. These are termed " Principal Aquifers " and for the most part are not as heavily utilized as Primary Aquifers. Although other areas in upstate New York are capable of supplying groundwater, these delineated areas are the most reliable sources. For a list of detailed aquifer map reports in upstate New York, please go to the USGS "Detailed Aquifer Mapping" link found in the right margin of this webpage. These reports can be downloaded. The Long Island Aquifers , one of the most productive aquifers in the United States, are shown in the light red. While the upstate aquifers are not as extensive as the Long Island aquifers, they are numerous and reliable sources of groundwater. Bedrock aquifers are also an important source of groundwater. Statewide, New Yorkers use almost 900 Mgd of groundwater (USGS, 2000). Groundwater Misconceptions Misconception: Groundwater flows in underground streams and rivers. When you mention groundwater to many people, the image they see is one of vast underground rivers flowing like surface water. Underground flow in open channels rarely occurs, although we can see it in cave tours. The truth is that most groundwater occurs between grains of sand, gravel, silt, or clay ("unconsolidated sediments") o


"In 2008, who was nicknamed ""The King of Clay""?"

Player nicknamed ''the King of Clay'' - crossword puzzle clues & answers - Dan Word «Let me solve it for you» Player nicknamed ''the King of Clay'' Today's crossword puzzle clue is a quick one: Player nicknamed ''the King of Clay''. We will try to find the right answer to this particular crossword clue. Here are the possible solutions for "Player nicknamed ''the King of Clay''" clue. It was last seen in The Wall Street Journal quick crossword. We have 1 possible answer in our database. Possible answer:


"In the 1990 film ""Dick Tracy"", which starred Warren Beatty, Al Pacino, Glenne Headly and Charlie Korsmo, who played the role of ""Breathless Mahoney"", an entertainer at Club Ritz who tries to steal Tracy from Tess Trueheart?"

Dick Tracy (1990 film) | Dick Tracy Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Dick Tracy (1990 film) The Dick Tracy feature film was released in 1990. It was directed by and starred Warren Beatty . Contents Edit The City is at the mercy of gangland mobsters spreading their massive crime wave. Five gangsters ( The Brow , Stooge Viller , Little Face , Shoulders , and Rhodent ) holding a poker game at an abandoned garage are interrupted when a car driven by Itchy breaks through a wall and Flattop kills the men. Flattop shoots a message into the wall while Itchy takes their identification. Dick Tracy and his girlfriend Tess Trueheart are attending an opera when Pat Patton call on the 2-Way Wrist Radio saying to meet at the garage. The murders were a message to Tracy from Big Boy . Reporters hound Tracy when he leaves the Opera House again asking if Tracy was considering becoming Chief of Police or possibly running for Mayor. Later at Club Ritz , Breathless Mahoney is singing when Lips Manlis gets word that his men at the garage have been killed. Lips and Breathless are seemingly arrested by two uniformed police officers. When they are taken to their unmarked car, Lips sees that Flattop is in the back seat with a gun and realizes that they aren't actually policemen. Lips and Breathless are taken to the Southside warehouse on the river where Big Boy forces Lips to sign over the club to him. Big Boy then encases Lips in cement and drops him to the bottom of the river. Big Boy announces that he is now in charge of and owns everything that Lips had, including Breathless. Tracy and Tess enter Mike's Diner but Tracy soon runs after a street urchin who stole a man's watch, following him to a shantytown at the railroad yards. There, the Kid's guardian, Steve the Tramp , beats him. Tracy enters and fights Steve until the shanty collapses. Tracy takes the Kid with him back to the diner when the Kid eats ravenously. Tracy is then summoned to the Southside warehouse by Sam Catchem . At the warehouse, Tracy examines the body of a policeman who had been killed there by Itchy (the unwitting officer had nearly interrupted Big Boy's murder of Lips Manlis). Tracy also finds a sapphire earring and some walnuts (Big Boy's favorite snack), causing Tracy to suspect that there had been a second murder as well. Tracy arrests Flattop, Itchy, and Mumbles , interrogating Mumbles to try to learn Lips' whereabouts. Going on a hunch, Tracy has Big Boy arrested while Big Boy is preparing for his new club's reopening. Big Boy is released the next morning after the walnuts were found to be insufficient evidence. Both Tracy and Chief Brandon are called into D.A. Fletcher's office, where Tracy is warned to stop "harassing" Big Boy, who had already been arrested and released 5 times. Tracy takes the Kid under his wing and, after getting him some new clothes, goes on an outing with the Kid and Tess. Tracy later calls Breathless to his office, to see if she will testify against Big Boy for Manlis' murder. Breathless attempts to seduce him, but Tracy resists. After she leaves, he follows her to the Club Ritz where Big Boy is organizing an alliance with every major crime figure in town to form a new crime syndicate in the city, with himself him as the boss. Tracy is observing from a third floor ledge when he witnesses a car explosion causing the death of  Spaldoni , who had refused to work under Big Boy. Tracy is then abducted from his apartment by Flattop and Itchy and taken to the basement of Tess' apartment building while she is at work. Big Boy attempts to bribe Tracy with $15,000. Tracy refuses and is tied to a chair while Big Boy leaves and Flattop and itchy overload the heating system. The Kid rescues Tracy at the risk of his own life and is made an honorary police detective. The Kid is presented with a temporary certificate until he picks a name for himself. Meanwhile, 88 Keyes (Big Boy's piano player) receives a call from a mysterious stranger to meet at the city car park. When Keyes gets there, he sees a suitcase with a payment of $5,000 dollars and a letter. The st


How did John Fitzgerald Kennedy, Jr., the elder son of US President John F. Kennedy, die in 1999?

John Fitzgerald Kennedy facts, information, pictures | Encyclopedia.com articles about John Fitzgerald Kennedy COPYRIGHT 2002 The Gale Group,    Inc. John F. Kennedy Carl M. Brauer TWENTY years after John F. Kennedy was assassinated, a public opinion poll indicated that he was rated best overall of the nine presidents since Herbert Hoover . Among five positive attributes surveyed, Kennedy "most inspired confidence in the White House," according to 40 percent of those asked, followed by Franklin D. Roosevelt at 23 percent. Sixty percent considered Kennedy as having had the "most appealing personality," followed again by Roosevelt at 11 percent. Kennedy edged Roosevelt on "best in domestic affairs" and on having "cared most about the elderly, the poor and those most in economic trouble." Political scientists, historians, and national journalists have on the whole tended to view Kennedy less favorably than has the general public. Some "experts" hold Kennedy in high regard, but others are extremely critical of him. A significant number probably agree that his promise outstripped his performance and that he left an ambiguous legacy. Neither popular nor expert opinion would actually be wrong about Kennedy. Indeed, they are in a sense opposite sides of the same coin, for Kennedy's inflation to mythic proportions by the public and his demythologizing by experts both derive significantly from the manner of his death. No one knows how his reputation might have been affected had he served out his first term and the second term to which he likely would have been elected. Alone among modern presidents, Kennedy's place in history revolves around unanswerable questions of what might have been had he lived. Yet this very fact suggests that in his relatively brief presidency—less than three years—Kennedy exerted a profound influence upon both popular and expert hopes and expectations, which endured long after his death. Had Kennedy not had this influence while he lived, the public would not have mythologized him, nor the experts demythologized him, after he was killed. Had he not had this influence, his successors in the White House would have been far less likely to have compared themselves to him, to have sought to emulate him, or to have tried to escape his myth. Family Background John F. Kennedy was born on 29 May 1917 in Brookline, Massachusetts, the second son of Joseph P. Kennedy, a self-made multimillionaire who headed the Securities and Exchange Commission under Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy. In 1937, Roosevelt made the elder Kennedy ambassador to Great Britain , which marked a significant social breakthrough for an Irish Catholic. (In their native Boston, the Kennedys had sometimes been snubbed by Brahmin society, and Kennedy had moved the family to New York partly as a result of it.) To Roosevelt's dismay, his ambassador sympathized with Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain's appeasement policies toward Nazi Germany. Neither Roosevelt nor Kennedy had ever really liked one another, but until this point they had successfully used one another for their own purposes. But after Kennedy took Chamberlain's side, the two men fell out permanently, and Roosevelt refused even to make use of Kennedy's very considerable business and managerial skills during the war. John Kennedy, or Jack, as he was known, grew up in a home where political issues were frequently discussed and sometimes debated. His father's strong views evidently influenced his older brother, Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., more than they did him. All the Kennedy children, but particularly the four boys—Joseph, John, Robert, and Edward—were brought up with a strong sense of noblesse oblige and with little or no interest in enhancing their own very considerable financial fortunes. (Their father set up trust funds for each of them, which made them financially independent when they reached maturity.) Public service, not private gain, was the ideal instilled in all the Kennedy children. When their private fortunes or family connections could enhance their ability