Which religious reformer and theologian appeared before the ‘Diet of Worms’ in Germany in 1521?

Martin Luther | German religious leader | Britannica.com German religious leader Last Updated: 10-15-2008 Martin Luther, (born Nov. 10, 1483, Eisleben , Saxony [Germany]—died Feb. 18, 1546, Eisleben), German theologian and religious reformer who was the catalyst of the 16th-century Protestant Reformation . Through his words and actions, Luther precipitated a movement that reformulated certain basic tenets of Christian belief and resulted in the division of Western Christendom between Roman Catholicism and the new Protestant traditions, mainly Lutheranism , Calvinism , the Anglican Communion , the Anabaptists , and the Antitrinitarians. He is one of the most influential figures in the history of Christianity . Martin Luther, oil on panel by Lucas Cranach, 1529; in the Uffizi, Florence. Photos.com/Thinkstock


Which cathedral contains the tomb of English monarch Edward II?

Gloucester Cathedral | Edward II Tomb Edward II Tomb The burial place of a King The Tomb of King Edward II is the only monarch’s tomb in the South West and one of only a few outside of London. Located in the north ambulatory, the tomb is an early example of the ‘English Court’ style. The alabaster stone effigy was one of the very first of its kind, with the limestone based clad in Purbeck marble. To this day, the tomb still retains its limestone canopy.  The history The early 14th century was a turbulent and fascinating time in local, national and international history. Following King Edward II’s abdication, imprisonment and alleged murder at Berkeley Castle in 1327, he was buried at St Peter's Abbey, now Gloucester Cathedral. The tomb, commissioned by Edward III, c.1330s, was visited by thousands of pilgrims, including Richard II in 1378.  Niches were cut into the pillars on each side to enable the building of the tomb, but it is also possible that pilgrims were allowed to walk around it. Through donations and royal patronage made by pilgrims, the Abbey remodelled the Quire and the Cloister. Therefore, the tomb was almost certainly the original source of funding and inspiration for much of the cathedral building we know and love today.  It is also believed that the tomb's presence may have discouraged Henry VIII from destroying the Abbey during the Reformation in the 1530’s. Restoration and conservation Supported by substantial funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund , Gloucestershire Environmental Trust and the Summerfield Trust , restoration of the tomb began in 2007.  Involving a range of heritage professionals and craftspeople, the requirements were complex, involving repairs to and conservation of, the plinth, alabaster effigy and ornamental canopy.  The work on the tomb was completed in June 2008, with the Princess Royal unveiling the magnificent structure which will take pride of place in Gloucester Cathedral for generations to come.  Opening Times


Poland, Russia, Sweden, Latvia, Germany and Finland all have a border on which body of water?

Political Map of Norway, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Denmark - Atlapedia® Online Lithuania Lithuania is a former republic               of the USSR. It is bound by the Baltic Sea to the               west, Latvia to the north, Poland and the Kalinigrad               Oblast of Russia to the southwest as well as Belarus               to the south and east.... Norway Norway is located on the western               part of the Scandinavian Peninsula in North West Europe.               It is bound by the Arctic Ocean to the north, Sweden,               Finland and Russia to the east, the Norwegian Sea               to the west and the Skagerrak Strait to the south.... Sweden Sweden is located on the east               side of the Scandinavian Peninsula in North Europe.               It is bound by Finland, the Gulf of Bothnia and the               Baltic Sea to the east, Kattegat to the southwest and Norway to the west and northwest....


Poet Wendy Cope wrote ‘Making Cocoa For……’who’?

Wendy Cope | poetryarchive.org Tweet Widget About Wendy Cope Wendy Cope (b. 1945) is a poet whose witty lyrics and pitch-perfect parodies have gained her a readership far beyond most of her peers. Born in Erith, Kent, she read History at St. Hilda's College, Oxford. She then taught in primary schools in London before becoming a freelance writer in 1986. Her debut collection, Making Cocoa for Kingsley Amis, struck a chord with its lampooning of literary pretensions and its wry look at contemporary relationships, and has sold over 180,000 copies to date. Her subsequent collections - Serious Concerns in 1992 and If I Don't Know in 2001 (shortlisted for the Whitbread Poetry Award) - both confirmed her reputation as a classic English humorist whilst also allowing room for poems of a more meditative tone. She has edited several poetry anthologies, including Heaven on Earth: 101 happy poems, and her poems for children are widely anthologised. She was made an O.B.E. in the Queen's Birthday honours 2010. She currently lives in Winchester. Cope's rueful wisdom connects her to the tradition of Betjeman and Larkin, but she brings a fresh female perspective to bear on social and literary foibles. She has said of her parodies that they were a way "of coming to terms with what was fashionable in poetry" and in their unerring accuracy and mastery of form she showed she could match any of her male contemporaries. Men in general are often the target of her barbed wit, none more so than Strugnell, the hapless and rather unpleasant male poet she invented for her first collection. Long before Bridget Jones sipped her first Chardonnay, Cope was casting a satirical eye over the minefield of contemporary sexual politics: "Bloody men are like bloody buses/You wait for about a year/And as soon as one approaches your stop/Two or three others appear." Whilst Cope has little time for bleeding hearts, her poems can be poignant as well as humorous. A new mood of contentment infuses her most recent collection with poems of domestic celebration like 'Being Boring' or the unabashed tenderness of 'On a Train': "Long, radiant minutes,/your hand in my hand." Cope keeps her explanations droll and to the point, wisely allowing the poems their own voice. Containing a generous selection from her three books this recording is a wonderful showcase for the emotional and technical deftness that's made her work so widely cherished. Her recording was made for The Poetry Archive on 8 December 2005 at The Audio Workshop, London and was produced by Richard Carrington. Wendy Cope returned to the recording studio for a second reading on 18 April 2016, recording at Heavy Entertainment, London, with Richard Carrington as producer. Wendy Cope has written this note about her more recent work: "Since my earlier recording for the archive in 2005, I have published one new collection of poems, Family Values (2011), and am close to completing the next. Some of the poems in this new recording are from the book; others are as yet uncollected. The title, Family Values, is ironic, although I’m not sure that was clear to everyone who bought the book – some of them may have been disappointed. There are quite a few poems about my childhood, a subject I could address with more freedom after the death of my mother in 2004. The book also includes two commissioned sequences, The Audience, written for the Endellion String Quartet, and An ABC of the BBC, commissioned for a Radio 4 programme. Two poems from each sequence can be heard in the recording. Two of the uncollected poems included here are also the result of a commission, this time from the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. I was asked to write some poems to mark the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death. The rest are a miscellany. John Cage, Jesus, The Archbishop of Canterbury, a damaged piano, a college reunion. I can’t see a theme. One thing I notice, looking at the two lists – recent and less poems – is that proportionally fewer of the recent ones make use of rhyming forms. I still love traditional forms, especially the Shakespearian


The ‘Osborne Bull’ is the unofficial national symbol of which European country?

Spain's (unofficial) national symbol is 50! - Gadling Gadling Sign up for our newsletters Gadling by Abha Malpani on Nov 20, 2007 It used to be the trademark of the popular Spanish sherry company “Osborne” . A random marketing whim 50-years ago made the company erect about 90 14-meter high metallic silhouettes of a bull on all major highways across Spain; now they resemble the country. What a lucky fluke for Osborne, I doubt their marketing prowess foresaw that. Around 1988, Spain introduced a law where there couldn’t be any publicity on the highways. Osborne got rid of their branding on the bull so they could still stand. Obviously, campaigners protested, but apparently public demand to keep the silhouette is what saved Osborne’s metallic structures, and it is still referred to as the “El Toro De Osborne” (The Osborne Bull). Other than pointing it out to grandchildren on road-trips, the Spaniards I spoke to about this bull had neutral sentiments. “They chose a bull to represent their brand, then blew it up and put it all around the country,” is what they said; far from an ingenious plan I suppose. In Catalunya, groups have protested : “we don’t want Spanish symbols in our territory”, and post many attempts to knock down the bulls; now there are none in that region. Other than Catalunya, Cantabria and Murcia are the other two provinces without the bull; Alicante and Cádiz have the most. It’s the same bull you see on T-shirts, key-chains, stickers, posters and Spanish flags that you can buy in souvenir shops. In celebration of the bull’s 50-years of existence, an art competition has been launched in the country where you can submit your artistic representations of the bull to win theme park tickets valid for 2008 (yaay?), Sony PlayStation 3, or a 100cc Motorcycle.


In French cookery, what is the main ingredient of an ‘Amandine’ sauce?

Common Ingredients in Asian Cuisine Common ingredients in Asian cuisine. 7 Easy Recipes for Tofu 7 Easy Recipes for Tofu Tofu has come a long, long way from the days when most people thought it was a food relegated only to health obsessed hippies. Newer to the West, tofu has been a staple in Asian cuisine for 2000 years. Made… Agar-agar What is Agar-agar? Agar-agar is a gelatinous substance derived from specific species of algae. It is also known as Kanten (from its Japanese derivative as agar-agar was supposedly discovered in 17th Century Japan). What allows agar-agar to have its gelling abilities is a polysaccharide from… Bamboo There are a variety of bamboo species harvested for human consumption, each of which boasts different sizes, textures, colors and flavors. Bamboo is lauded for its high fiber content, protein and Vitamin B6. It is extremely popular throughout Asian cuisine, though different regions use the… Caviaroli Caviaroli- Elevate Home Cooking Ever since the Godfather of molecular gastronomy (Ferran Adria) changed the culinary world years ago, I’ve been a fan of this sector of gourmet cuisine in certain doses. The genius and technical skills it takes to create masterpieces of molecular gastronomy… Chili Peppers Southeast Asian, Korean, Indian and Szechuan cooking all share an intense passion for spicy food. One of the most popular and widely used ingredients to create this spiciness is bird’s eye chili peppers. These peppers are typically harvested when they are about one inch long… Cilantro a.k.a. Coriander Cilantro a.k.a Coriander- The Love It or Hate It Herb Fresh Coriander Leaves (Cilantro): Native to southern Asia, fresh coriander leaves, commonly known as cilantro and Chinese parsley, is used as an important garnish to Asian salads and soups. Cilantro has a subtle citrusy flavor… Cloves Cloves Cloves are native to the Maluku islands of Indonesia, though are currently produced and exported by Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India and Madagascar. Of the evergreen tree family, cloves are the tree’s dried flower buds, used in Asian cooking and western desserts. Cloves possess a… Coconut Milk   Coconut Milk Coconut milk is used in all types of Asian cooking, mainly in curries, soups and desserts. All over Asia and particularly in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore, little old ladies are found in dimly lit kitchens grating fresh coconut meat into large… Common Types of Soy Sauce Common Types of Soy Sauce- The Most Widely Used Asian Ingredient Regular Soy Sauce: A very familiar product in the West, regular soy sauce has become a staple in most American supermarkets. Used frequently in Asian cooking, regular soy sauce is a necessary staple in… Cowgirl Creamery Cowgirl Creamery- One of the best cheese in America Cheese- that diabolical dairy decadence that drives us serious foodies to have food porn dreams about. It’s a snack; it’s a beginning to a meal; it’s an end to a meal; it’s in a class all… Edamame Edamame Historically, the Edamame we know today can be traced back to 13th century Japan, when monks gave this highly nutritious vegetable as gifts, blanching whole soy bean pods and lightly sprinkling with salt. Soybeans themselves were cultivated in China though, over two thousand years… Enoki Mushroom Native to China, Japan and Korea, Enoki mushroom are typically long and thin with tiny caps on one end. There are several varieties, the most widely known being that of the off-white, light brown and golden colors. Originally grown on Enoki or Chinese Hackberry trees,… Fish Sauce One of the most popular and widely used condiments across Southeast Asia, fish sauce is typically produced from allowing dried small fish such as anchovies to ferment. Salt and anchovies are laid out in large wooden crates or boxes to ferment before later adding water.… Galangal Galangal In the same family as the ginger root, Galangal is often confused with ginger or turmeric due to similar exteriors. Galangal features the lightest skin amongst the root family, though unlike ginger, it typically has darker, thin brown rings along its


What is the surname of the family in the tv series ‘Bonanza’?

Bonanza Bonanza It’s hard to think of this show without that well-known Bonanza theme song immediately playing in your mind, and remembering the whole Cartwright clan riding across the Ponderosa. But I have to admit that, as a young teenager, I had something of a crush on Little Joe! Who could resist his character with that handsome smile and beautiful pinto horse? Little Joe and his paint horse were definitely the flashiest combo of the Cartwright clan! To help put you back in a "Bonanza" mood, click on the center button in the video box below to hear that great theme and see some good pictures of the whole clan! Background of the Show The Bonanza tv show was set in the time during and after the Civil War, and was all about the Cartwright family which included the father, Ben, and his 3 sons Adam, Hoss, and Little Joe. Did you ever wonder why those 3 brothers didn't look anything alike? That's right!  Each one had a different mother and none of those women had survived! Wow; Ben had his share of bad luck in that department! Not wanting to mess up a successful formula, the show stayed consistent with that theme - any love interest that developed for a Cartwright man didn't last any longer than a cold drink on a hot day! Here's a little bit about the Bonanza cast - Ben (played by Lorne Greene) was the owner of the very large (1,000 square miles) and very prosperous Ponderosa Ranch, which was situated around Lake Tahoe in Nevada. Adam (played be Pernell Roberts) was the oldest son. He was an architect and built that great ranch house where the Cartwrights lived. Adam was handsome and always dressed in black - quiet, serious, the strong, silent type! Next was Eric (played by Dan Blocker), but we all knew him as Hoss, who obviously got that nickname because of his size. He was a big guy who looked even bigger in his trademark 10-gallon hat. Hoss was gentle, sometimes naive, and not the brightest member of the clan! And then there was Little Joe (my personal favorite - played by Michael Landon) who was the youngest. He was hot-headed and, with his good looks and flashy smile, quite the ladies man! DID YOU KNOW? Bonanza came close to being cancelled at the end of its first year! But the fact that it was considered a "novelty" because it was shown in color made all the difference! RCA, the parent company of NBC, wanted to sell more color television sets so they used Bonanza as a marketing gimmick and moved it to a prime Sunday night timeslot believing it would attract more viewers there! Obviously they were right; Bonanza was in the Top 5 shows for 9 of its 14 years on TV. All About the Show Unlike the usual shoot'em-up, Bonanza was the first “dramatic” TV Western show. The episodes were much more about relationships between the cast members and the guest stars than they were about hunting down the bad guy. Each episode usually had a serious theme to it, something "issue-oriented", built around themes such as racism, prejudice and social injustice. This was a first for TV because the networks were afraid of letters they might receive. Another first for Bonanza - it was the first Western to be televised in color. Each show mixed the adventures of one or two of the Cartwrights, their ranching and mining business, and an assortment of characters who crossed their paths in some way. The 4 main actors were considered equal stars but, in case you didn't notice, the credits were rotated each week so that top billing was given equally. A supporting cast of other characters also appeared in the Bonanza TV show. They included - Hop Sing (played by Victor Sen Yung) who was a Chinese immigrant and the Cartwright family cook; Sheriff Roy Coffee (played by Ray Teal); deputy Clem Foster (played by Bing Russell); "Candy" Canaday (played by David Canary) who was the Cartwright's ranch foreman; Ben's friend Dusty Rhodes (played by Lou Frizzel); Jamie Hunter (played by Mitch Vogel) played the orphaned son of a rainmaker and was adopted by Ben in a 1971 episode; and ranch hand G


In Greek mythology, sisters Stheno, Euryale and Medusa were the three what?

Greek Mythology: Gorgon :- Stheno, Euryale, and Medusa Greek Mythology Gorgon :- Stheno, Euryale, and Medusa                       Gorgons                                             In Greek mythology, Gorgons or Gorgones were described as three powerful female monsters creatures, the daughters of Phorcys and Ceto . The names of the three Gorgons were Stheno, Euryale, and Medusa. Of the three sisters only Medusa was mortal, and so it was her head which King Polydektes of Seriphos commanded the young hero Perseus to fetch.  Stheno:  In Greek mythology, Stheno was the eldest of the Gorgons, vicious female monsters with brass hands, sharp fangs and "hair" made of living venomous snakes. She and her sister Euryale were both immortal, and the third sister, Medusa, was mortal. Of the three Gorgons, she was known to be the most independent and ferocious, having killed more men than both of her sisters combined.  Stheno According to some versions,, Stheno was transformed into a Gorgon because of standing with her sister Medusa, who was raped by the sea god Poseidon in the Temple of Athena. Athena baring no emotion and finding no fault in Poseidon, was furious with Medusa. As a punishment, Medusa was changed into a terrible monster, along with her sisters Stheno and Euryale. Stheno tends to be depicted as a thin gorgon monster with red snakes curling around her head instead of hair.  Euryale: In Greek mythology,  Euryale was the second eldest one of the Gorgons, three vicious sisters with brass hands, sharp fangs, and hair of living, venomous snakes. She and her sister Stheno, were immortal, where as Medusa was mortal.  Euryale According to some versions,, Euryale was transformed into a Gorgon because of standing with her sister Medusa, who was raped by the sea god Poseidon in the Temple of Athena. Athena baring no emotion and finding no fault in Poseidon, was furious with Medusa. As a punishment, Medusa was changed into a terrible monster, along with her sisters Stheno and Euryale.  In some version, Euryale  had the ability to turn anyone to stone with her gaze. In many stories, Euryale is noted for her bellowing cries, particularly in the tale of Medusa's death at Perseus' hands. Medusa:  In Greek mythology, Medusa was originally a ravishingly beautiful maiden.  Poseidon had raped her in Athena's temple, the enraged Athena transformed Medusa's beautiful hair to serpents and made her face so terrible to behold that the mere sight of it would turn onlookers to stone. Sea god, Poseidon seducing Medusa in Athena's temple  In some versions, Medusa was described as priestess of Athena, was devoted to a life of celibacy. But she was wooed by Poseidon, whom she loved in return, she forgot her vows, and had sex with Poseidon in Athena's temple. In one version, Poseidon, as a bird,  seduce Medusa in Athena's temple.  Medusa                Medusa was beheaded by Perseus , who was sent to fetch her head by King Polydectes of Seriphus because Polydectes wanted to marry his mother, Danae . The gods were well aware of this, and Perseus received help. He received a mirrored shield from Athena, gold, winged sandals from Hermes , a sword from Hephaestus and Hades 's helm of invisibility. Medusa was the only one of the three Gorgons who was mortal, so Perseus was able to slay her while looking at the reflection from the mirrored shield he received from Athena. During that time, Medusa was pregnant by Poseidon. When Perseus beheaded her, Pegasus, a winged horse, and Chrysaor, a golden sword-wielding giant, sprang from her body.


Rhythm and Blues musician and vocalist Ellas Otha Bates was better known by what name?

Bo Diddley - Bo Diddley(film) - YouTube Bo Diddley - Bo Diddley(film) Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Published on May 10, 2013 Ellas Otha Bates (December 30, 1928 -- June 2, 2008), known by his stage name Bo Diddley, was an American rhythm and blues vocalist, guitarist, songwriter (usually as Ellas McDaniel), and rock and roll pioneer. He was also known as The Originator because of his key role in the transition from the blues to rock, influencing a host of acts, including Buddy Holly, Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, The Velvet Underground, The Who, The Yardbirds, Eric Clapton, Elvis Presley, and The Beatles, among others. The Chicago Blues Museum is a registered trade mark / (501c3) Category


In the game of Bingo, ‘Dirty Knees’ represents which number?

Tips For Calling Bingo And Bingo Number Rhymes | HobbyLark Tips For Calling Bingo And Bingo Number Rhymes Tips For Calling Bingo And Bingo Number Rhymes Updated on June 07, 2016 Profile Joined: 6 years agoFollowers: 4Articles: 3 I spent a good few years as a professional bingo caller in the UK, during which time I called thousands of bingo games and hundreds of thousands of bingo numbers. Once people find out about my bingo calling past, I'm often asked to call at school bingo nights or other special events. I'm also often asked for advice by other people who've been put in the position of needing to call a game of bingo. With the game being a popular fund raiser, people from all walks of life often find themselves in a situation where they need to call the numbers for the game. Despite it's inherent simplicity, it can be a daunting task for people. With that in mind I've constructed this little guide to give potential callers a few tips and pointers. Whether the local school PTA has roped you in to calling the numbers at a prize bingo night, or the local social club want you to run their weekly cash game, these tips are for you. 75, 80 or 90 Balls - Bingo Variants It's important to first of all ascertain what sort of game you will be calling. In the UK it's most likely to be the 90 balls, 15 numbers to a ticket games. It could also possibly be an 80 ball shutterboard game with 16 numbers to cover. These are both played in the retail bingo halls of the UK. US players will be more familiar with their 75 ball game with 24 numbers to cover per card. We'll cover the US game elsewhere, as I know the UK game best, I'll concentrate on that. That's not to say you can't use these tips with the 75 ball game, because you can. There is a different calling style however, but the mechanics are pretty much the same which ever game you play with a proper live caller. Advertisement Bingo Caller At Work A bingo caller in a professional hall, you don't need to be this good, but you can learn a lot from them should you ever need to call a game of bingo. Simple Calling Tips When you first start calling, it's easy to get flustered and make a complete mess of it. These simple tips will help you along and get things going smoothly. Familiarise yourself with the equipment before you start - whether it be a terminal or a roll cage, you don't want to accidentally cancel the game halfway through. Don't be afraid to have a joke with your audience, if you can make them smile now, they'll be more forgiving if you make a mistake later. Always warn players what game you're about to play - "we're looking for the line on the pink ticket, looking for the full house, etc." and also warn the players you're about to start calling too, "if we're ready, we're looking for the next number which is..." Have a glass of water or something stronger close to hand, but not too strong. Your throat will quickly become dry as you call the numbers, so keep it lubricated. Listen for a shout, however if you've already started calling a number you must finish it before attending to the claim. If the player called house late on the number before the one you just finished calling, they have lost their claim. Breath slowly and steadily. Try to keep a simple rhythm in your speed of calling. Try to vary the tone of your voice as you proceed. If you don't you will soon sound monotonous and send the players to sleep rather than waking them up with the thrill of a win! Remember, the caller's rulings are final, if people don't like it then that's up to them. Don't forget to reset the equipment before you start your next game! Most of all, have fun as you're going along, otherwise it can soon turn out to be a real drag. These simple tips will help your bingo game go with a swing. If you want to pep it up more though and you're in a situation where it's applicable, you can use the old fashioned bingo rhymes to get players enjoying their games as much as you! Bingo Numbers And Their Rhymes In the retail world of bingo, these rhymes are no longer used as they slow the game up to much. The


William the Conqueror was Duke of which region of France from 1035 until his death?

BBC ON THIS DAY | 9 | 1087: William 'the Conqueror' dies About This Site | Text Only 1087: William 'the Conqueror' dies King William of England has died, five weeks after being seriously injured at the Battle of Mantes in France. The King was fighting a counter-offensive against the French in July 1087 when he fell against the pommel of his saddle and badly damaged his intestines. The 59-year-old Duke of Normandy was taken to his Duchy's capital Rouen after the accident, but was unable to recover from his injuries. Many of his knights have already rushed to protect their property, fearing opportunistic attacks from King Phillip of France or a break-down of order in the region. Born in 1028, William was the illegitimate son of Duke Robert I of Normandy and a young woman called Herleve, the daughter of a Falaise tanner. In his youth he was known as "William the bastard", but was recognised as the family's heir on his father's death in 1035 and so inherited the Duchy of Normandy. His claim to the English throne was based on the assertion it had been promised to him in 1051 by his distant cousin Edward the Confessor - a promise that Harold, Duke of Wessex, had sworn to uphold, he said. When Wessex was crowned King of England in January 1066, William accused him of being a usurper and assembled an invasion force. He landed on English soil in September 1066. By 14 October - after a close-fought battle at Senlac, near Hastings - Harold was dead and William became king. At his coronation, the Duke promised to uphold existing laws and customs in England. His reign was characterised by peace and order, but this was often imposed using violence and cruelty which made him deeply unpopular with many of his subjects. His replacement of the traditional ruling class with a foreign aristocracy also caused much resentment among the English nobility. King William's lasting memorial is likely to be his "Domesday" survey - a huge investigation into the wealth of the kingdom commissioned in 1085 and completed just two years later - and the first of its kind in this country. He will be succeeded in England by his second son William Rufus. His eldest son Robert was denied the throne after falling out with his father, but will be made Duke of Normandy after a deathbed concession.


In Irish mythology, what is a ‘Pooka’ (or Puca)?

Pooka in Irish Folklore - Irish Mythology & Folklore TOPICS: Heritage Mythology Stories Pooka pronounced poo-ka is from the old Irish ‘Puca, which means ‘goblin’. There are many variations of the spelling Pooka some of which are Puca, Plica, Phuca,Pwwka, Puka or Pookha all of which are totally acceptable. It is possible that the origin of the word Pooka may come from the Scandinavian word Pook or Puke meaning ‘nature sprit’. What is a Pooka? A Pooka is a shapeshifter and can take any form it chooses but usually it is seen in the form of a dog, rabbit, goat, goblin or even an old man. Traditionally a Pooka is seen as a dark, sleek horse with a long wild flowing mane and luminescent golden eyes. An important thing to always remember about a Pooka is that they have the power of human speech and when inclined make great sport of those they talk to as they like to embellish the truth. In Ireland, the Pooka seems to be the most feared Faerie possibly because it appears only at night and enjoys creating havoc and mischief. We feel this is doing the Pooka an injustice because there are no recorded incidences of a Pooka actually causing a human any harm. Where can you find a Pooka? Pooka’s can be found in any rural location, every county in Ireland has its very own Pooka. They like open mountainous areas so that they can run free while in horse form. Many small mountainous lakes and springs in Ireland are called ‘Pooka Pools’ or ‘Pollaphuca’, which means Pooka or Demon hole. Some of these are found at the sources of major Irish rivers such as the Liffey that runs through Dublin or the River Bann, which is the longest river in the north of Ireland that runs through Coleraine in County Derry. Over the last thousand years Christians have changed the name of some of the Pooka Pools to St. Patrick’s Wells. Pooka superstitions & Irish customs There are a lot of superstitions and customs that are still observed today in Ireland regarding the Pooka and these vary depending on which region you happen to find yourself in. Although there seems to be a common ground when you talk about a Pooka some of the stories are alike and just differ on the minor details. The drunken horse ride home When a Pooka is in horse form he tends to have fun by inviting a rider to jump on his back. This usually happens when the rider has had a little too much to drink and is making his weary way home from the pub. Thus starts the wildest trip the rider will ever know for the Pooka loves to terrify the rider with its great prowess jumping over hedges and rocks and making death-defying leaps. Come the grey dawn the rider is thrown off the horses back and left trembling but none the worse from the night’s events to find his own way home. This is maybe where the their reputation slips a bit as while on a wild night out like this they do tend to run through crop fields and knock down fences without a care. A conversation with a Pooka Another thing the Pooka love, as with all us Irish people, is to chat and will happily stop and ‘shoot the breeze’ with you, sometimes giving great advice and making exceptional prophecies. In some rural areas you will see houses that will have a bench on the right side of the door and the gate post on the right will be smooth whereas on the left there will be a rockery or some sort of uncomfortable mound. This is because a good Pooka will always sit on the right and the more mischievous sprite will favour the left. They tend to use the same opening gambit to introduce himself it will be something like, “You are new here I think. Many years ago I used to live in this house..” One of his favourite topics is how the family lost its fortune or was swindled out of their money and lands. The odd thing about a conversation with a Pooka is that you may have sat and chatted to him for over an hour but he will suddenly disappear without saying good-bye, they never says good-bye, and you will be left with the uncomfortable feeling of not knowing for sure if the past hour was real. They’ll never leave any sign that he was there. The Pookas Share Ma


Who plays Malcolm Tucker in the BBC comedy series ‘The Thick Of It’, which satirises the British modern government?

The Thick of It - 必应 Sign in The Thick of It The Thick of It is a British comedy television series that satirises the inner workings of modern British government. It was first broadcast for two short series on BBC Four in 2005, initially with a small cast focusing on a government minister, his advisers and their party's spin-doctor. The cast was significantly expanded for two hour-long specials to coincide with Christmas and Gordon Brown's appointment as prime minister in 2007, which saw new characters forming the opposition party added to the cast. These characters continued when the show s ... (展开) switched channels to BBC Two for its third series in 2009. A fourth series about a coalition government was broadcast in 2012, with the last episode transmitted on 27 October 2012. In a 2012 interview, series creator Armando Iannucci said the fourth series of the programme would probably be its last. The series has been described as the 21st century's answer to Yes Minister, highlighting the struggles and conflicts between politicians, party spin doctors, advisers, civil servants and the media. As with Yes Minister, the political parties involved are never mentioned by name, although the context makes clear which is which. Iannucci describes it as "Yes Minister meets Larry Sanders". The journalist and former civil servant Martin Sixsmith is an adviser to the writing team, giving some of the storylines an element of realism. The series became well known for its profanity and for featuring storylines which have mirrored, or in some cases predicted real-life policies, events or scandals. A feature film spin-off, In the Loop, was released in the UK on 17 April 2009. A pilot for a U.S. remake of the show was not successful, but Iannucci was subsequently invited to create Veep for HBO, a program with a very similar tone and political issues, with the involvement of some The Thick of It writers and production members. 关于The Thick of It，网友们最关心的问题 1 Background Armando Iannucci originally conceived of a modern political satire after "arguing the case" for Yes Minister in a 2004 Best British Sitcom poll for BBC Two. His idea was commissioned by Roly Keating, the controller of BBC Four, who granted Iannucci limited budget, telling him to "turn that into what you can." Iannucci created the first series of three episodes, which aired in May–June 2005, and a second series, also of three episodes, which followed in October. Writing The series is written by a team of writers led by Armando Iannucci, who also directs the series, with Jesse Armstrong, Simon Blackwell, Roger Drew, Sean Gray, Ian Martin, Will Smith and Tony Roche. Some of the dialogue is improvised rather than scripted (with the cast credited as providing "additional material"), and includes some very strong language. Peter Capaldi said "Fundamentally 80% of the final cut is the script that we started with. The improvisation just makes it feel more real and not written." Prior to rehearsals, the scripts are sent to a "swearing consultant" in Lancaster called Ian Martin, who adds some of the more colourful language. The programme's producer is Adam Tandy, who has produced all of Iannucci's television projects since 2000. The programme is shot with hand-held cameras to give it a sense of vérité or fly-on-the-wall documentary. The documentary style is furthered by the absence of any incidental music or laughter track. The Thick of It Plot The action centres on the fictional Department of Social Affairs and Citizenship ("DoSAC" – previously the Department of Social Affairs, or "DSA", prior to the reshuffle of episode five), which supposedly came out of the prime minister's passing enthusiasm for "joined-up government". Thus it acts as a "super department" overseeing many others, which enables different political themes to be dealt with in the programme, similar to the Department of Administrative Affairs in Yes Minister. Hugh Abbot, played by Chris Langham, is a blundering minister heading the department, who is continually trying to do his job under the watchful eye of Malcolm Tu


The Cordoba is the basic monetary unit of which country?

Córdoba - definition of Córdoba by The Free Dictionary Córdoba - definition of Córdoba by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/C%c3%b3rdoba Also found in: Thesaurus , Encyclopedia , Wikipedia . Cór·do·ba  (kôr′də-bə) 1. (also kôr′dō-vä) A city of north-central Argentina northwest of Buenos Aires. It was founded in 1573. 2. (also kôr′thō-vä) A city of southern Spain on the Guadalquivir River east-northeast of Seville. Probably established by Carthaginians, it was later ruled by Romans and Visigoths. During the ninth and tenth centuries, as the seat of the Moorish caliphate, Córdoba was one of the largest cities in the world and was renowned as a cultural and intellectual center. Cor′do·van (-vən) adj. & n. cor·do·ba [American Spanish córdoba, after Francisco Fernández de Córdoba (1475?-1526?), Spanish explorer.] córdoba (Currencies) the standard monetary unit of Nicaragua, divided into 100 centavos [named in honour of Francisco Fernández de Córdoba2] Córdoba n 1. (Placename) a city in central Argentina: university (1613). Pop: 1 592 000 (2005 est) 2. (Placename) a city in S Spain, on the Guadalquivir River: centre of Moorish Spain (711–1236). Pop: 318 628 (2003 est). English name: Cordova Córdoba Córdova n (Biography) Francisco Fernández de (franˈθisko fɛrˈnandɛθ de). died 1518, Spanish soldier and explorer, who discovered Yucatán cor•do•ba the basic monetary unit of Nicaragua. [after Francisco Hernández de Córdoba, 16th-century Spanish conquistador] Cór•do•ba (ˈkɔr də bə, -və) n. 1. Also, Cor′do•ba, Cordova. a city in S Spain on the Guadalquivir River: the capital of Spain under Moorish rule. 304,826. 2. a city in central Argentina. 1,208,713. ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend: 1. cordoba - the basic unit of money in Nicaragua; equal to 100 centavos centavo - a fractional monetary unit of several countries: El Salvador and Sao Tome and Principe and Brazil and Argentina and Bolivia and Colombia and Cuba and the Dominican Republic and Ecuador and El Salvador and Guatemala and Honduras and Mexico and Nicaragua and Peru and the Philippines and Portugal Nicaraguan monetary unit - monetary unit in Nicaragua 2. Espana , Kingdom of Spain , Spain - a parliamentary monarchy in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula; a former colonial power 4. Argentina , Argentine Republic - a republic in southern South America; second largest country in South America Translations Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us , add a link to this page, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content . Link to this page: Spain References in periodicals archive ? Some large unique systems such as the Esteros del Iberá, the Mar Chiquita Lagoon in Córdoba Province and the Paraná River Delta can also be identified. Distribuicao de areas umidas na Argentina, estimada a partir de mapas de solo O Maio francês se desenvolveu, ainda, no contexto de uma vaga revolucionária internacional, a maior da segunda metade do século XX, que fez tremer a ordem mundial: nas ruas de Saigon se revelava para o mundo que o Império mais poderoso da história, militarmente, não poderia alcançar uma vitória no Vietnã; de Paris ao Rio de Janeiro, de Praga à Cidade do México, de Turim a Córdoba, na Argentina, sem esquecer as batalhas decisivas das guerras de libertação nacional contra o Império Português em Guiné, Angola e Moçambique, em quatro continentes, a revolução abria frentes de combate.


Phobos and Diemos are the moons of which planet in our solar system?

Mars' Moons | StarDate Online Mars' Moons Mars' Moons Two small moons, Phobos and Deimos, orbit Mars. The larger moon, Phobos, passes across the Martian sky from west to east twice a day. It would look about half as big as the full Moon does on Earth. It's also so close to Mars that you couldn't see it from the Martian poles. Deimos is farther away and moves slowly from east to west. Deimos would look like a small dot of light in the sky. Phobos is slowly moving closer to Mars. In another 50 to 100 million years, it will crash into Mars. Phobos is small, dark, and airless. And it's one of the driest bodies in the solar system. That doesn't mean that Phobos is dull, though. Quite the contrary. Phobos survived a powerful impact that may have fractured its interior. The impact gouged a large crater, and may be responsible for a series of long, deep grooves that appear to radiate away from the crater. If the meteor that created the crater had been a bit larger, it might have destroyed Phobos. Instead, many scientists think the impact cracked the moon's interior. The cracks could contain water ice. If so, Phobos could serve as a refueling station for manned Mars-exploration missions. But observations by several spacecraft indicate that there's less water at the surface of Phobos than in almost any other body in the solar system. Deimos is covered by a powdery dust that could be several hundred feet deep. The tips of giant boulders peek above the dust like icebergs floating in a dark sea. The dust formed as the result of billions of years of meteorite impacts, which pulverized the tiny moon's surface. Many scientists believe that Phobos and Deimos are asteroids that wandered close to Mars billions of years ago. The Martian atmosphere may have been thick enough to act as a brake, slowing the small bodies enough to trap them in orbit. But other scientists say that the moons formed at the same time as Mars, or that they're the remnants of a larger moon that was shattered by a collision with a large meteor. This document was last modified: September 13, 2008


Which English author wrote the ‘Swallows and Amazons’ series of children’s books?

Swallows and Amazons: Arthur Ransome: 9780099572794: Amazon.com: Books Review “He makes a tale of adventure a handbook to adventure.” –Observer “There is plenty of excitement, a little danger, a quality of thinking, planning and fun which is delightful and stimulating.” –TLS Read more About the Author ARTHUR RANSOME was born in Leeds in 1884. He had an adventurous life -- as a baby he was carried by his father to the top of the Old Man of Coniston, a peak that is 2,276 ft high! He went to Russia in 1913 to study folklore and in 1914, at the start of World War I he became a foreign correspondent for the Daily News. In 1917 when the Russian Revolution began he became a journalist and was a special correspondent of the Guardian. He played chess with Lenin and married Trotsky's personal secretary, Evgenia Petrovna Shelepina. On their return to England, he bought a cottage near Windermere in the Lake District and began writing children's stories. In a 1958 author's note, Ransome wrote: ''I have been often asked how I came to write Swallows and Amazons. The answer is that it had its beginning long, long ago when, as children, my brother, my sisters and I spent most of our holidays on a farm at the south end of Coniston. We played in or on the lake or on the hills above... Going away from it we were half drowned in tears. While away from it, as children and as grown-ups, we dreamt about it. No matter where I was, wandering about the world, I used at night to look for the North Star and, in my mind's eye, could see the beloved sky-line of great hills beneath it. Swallows grew out of those old memories. I could not help writing it. It almost wrote itself.'' He published the first of his children's classics, the 12 Swallows and Amazons books, in 1930. In 1936 he won the first ever Carnegie Medal for his book, Pigeon Post. He died in 1967.


Cytology in Dogs Cytology in Dogs Last Modified: August 02, 2015 Share This Article Read by: 141,681 pet lovers Cytology is the examination and study of blood or tissue cells under a microscope that can be done in dogs and other animals. Cytology can be used to detect inflammation, infection, bacteria, fungi, parasites and cancer. Cytology involves examination of a tissue or fluid sample. Often cytology is used to identify a lump or mass noted on physical examination. Certain skin diseases or hair loss situations – such as mange mite infection – can be diagnosed using cytology. Cytology is usually done when abnormal fluid is detected in a body cavity. Cytology may follow an abdominal ultrasound examination or surgical procedure that reveals abnormal organ tissue. Cytology of vaginal fluid can be used to guide breeding in female dogs. There is no real contraindication to performing this test. Negative results can exclude the presence of certain diseases. For example, a skin tumor might be malignant or benign. If the cytology shows the mass to be a simple fatty tumor, it may be left alone and followed. In contrast, identification of a dangerous skin cancer, such as a mast cell tumor, would indicate the need for surgical removal of the mass. As with all tests, a cytologic examination is neither 100 percent sensitive nor specific. Should a cytology exam be negative or inconclusive, your veterinarian may recommend a full tissue biopsy sample be obtained and submitted for analysis. What Does Cytology Reveal in Dogs? Cytology can identify the presence of inflammation, infection, cancer, parasites, bacteria and fungi (molds and yeast). Following cytology, additional diagnostic tests, procedures, or medications may be recommended. How Is Cytology Done in Dogs? Cytology testing involves obtaining a sample of suspicious material. The material can be obtained by pressing a microscope slide against the tissue, by gently scraping the area with a scalpel blade, or by inserting a needle or sterile Q-tip into the tissue to obtain fluid or tissue. Once obtained, the material is spread thinly over a microscope slide and allowed to dry. Fluid samples may be placed in a centrifuge first to concentrate the cells before they are transferred to the slide. The sample is then dyed with special biological stains to ease identification of the cells. The sample is once again allowed to dry. Once the dye has dried, the slide is ready for microscopic evaluation. Some veterinarians are sufficiently experienced to evaluate cytology specimens. Most veterinarians submit the cytology specimen to a diagnostic laboratory for evaluation by a veterinary pathologist. Even if your veterinarian provides you a presumptive diagnosis based on his/her evaluation of the slide, the final diagnosis is typically made after the pathologist reviews the sample. The cytology test generally takes 20 to 30 minutes to perform if done in the veterinarian's office. If the sample is submitted to a laboratory, results may not be available for 2 to 3 days. Is Cytology Painful to Dogs? In obtaining a sample with a needle, some pain may be involved, but very small needles typically are used. As with humans, the pain perceived from a needle stick varies among individual dogs, but it should not be any more painful than an injection or a blood sample. Is Sedation or Anesthesia Needed for Cytology? Sedation or anesthesia is not typically needed, but might be necessary depending on how the cytology sample is collected. Those samples obtained from skin scrapings or aspirations typically do not require sedation. Obviously, a sample obtained during a surgical procedure will require anesthesia for the surgery. (?)


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The Flinders Mountain Range is in which country?

Guide to the Flinders Ranges, South Australia - Tourism Australia Guide to the Flinders Ranges Explore a landscape more than 600 million years old. By Lee Atkinson The rugged, weathered peaks and rocky gorges of the Flinders Ranges in Outback South Australia form some of the most dramatic and beautiful landscapes in the country. It's a place rich in Aboriginal history and home to a vast array of wildlife. Following the scenic roads, 4WD tracks and walking trails that crisscross this wild countryside will take you on a remarkable adventure.    HOW TO GET THERE The Flinders Ranges are about 500 kilometres (311 miles) north of  Adelaide , or a five hour road trip. You can also fly from Adelaide to Port Augusta with  Sharp Airlines , which takes about 55 minutes.   Sleep under the stars in a luxury swag Try delicious wild food (like kangaroo and emu) at a famous Outback pub See the extraordinary Wilpena Pound from above on a scenic flight  TOP THINGS TO DO IN THE FLINDERS RANGES Ride the Coffee Pot Ride the rails back in time on one of Australia's best-known steam train journeys. Operated by passionate volunteers, the  Pichi Richi Railway  runs beautifully restored steam and diesel locomotives and timber carriages, including the century-old steam train nicknamed the Coffee Pot that's a favourite of trainspotters and believed to be the last of its kind in the world. They run on the last remaining operating portion of the historic narrow-gauge Ghan railway line. Built in the 1870s, this section of the line runs through deep rock cuttings, stone wall embankments and spectacular iron bridges. Trips depart from Quorn and Port Augusta.  Explore Wilpena Pound From the air, Wilpena Pound looks like a crater, a massive bowl almost 100 kilometres (62 miles) wide that stands above the surrounding plains. But the rim is actually made up of the stumps of huge mountains, believed to have been as high as the Himalayas, that have been eroded over millennia. There's only one way in: through a gorge 11 kilometres (seven miles) long and eight kilometres (five miles) across. It was called a pound by the early settlers in the 1850s – they thought it looked like a traditional sheep pen. The best way to see the distinctive shape is on a scenic flight from  Wilpena Resort  inside the Pound. It offers a range of accommodation from motel-style rooms to glamping as well as a campground and Aboriginal cultural walks and 4WD tours. You can also trek inside the Pound and climb up over the rim. Eat a feral mixed grill If you've never tasted kangaroo, emu or even camel, Parachilna’s famous  Prairie Hotel  is the best place to try some. One of the Outback’s most iconic hotels, the Prairie is an authentic pub with an innovative menu, best known for its creative use of native foods. The Feral Mixed Grill of emu, kangaroo, goat and camel is the hotel's signature dish, but make sure you try the quandong pie, made from a wild native peach – it's tart but delicious. Stay overnight in one of the stylish rooms out the back.  Watch the sun set from the top of the range One of the oldest sheep stations in the Flinders,  Rawnsley Park , on the southern face of Wilpena Pound, was established in 1851. It's still a working farm, but it's also a great place to stay, with a campground, simple cabins and luxury eco villas with stunning views of the surrounding ranges – and a glass panel in the bedroom ceiling, so you can stargaze from bed. Spend your days exploring the area on the network of bushwalking trails that traverse the property, take a 4WD tour to the top of the Chace Range and watch the sunset with a glass of local sparkling wine and some canapés before enjoying a meal of station-grown saltbush lamb at the Woolshed Restaurant.  Sleep out in style under the stars at Arkaba Station Do the Flinders in style at  Arkaba , a former sheep station on the edge of Wilpena Pound that is now a private wildlife conservation park. It offers five-star accommodation in the historic homestead and bush camps with luxury swags (traditional Australian canvas sleeping bags with intern


Edgar, Berlioz and Billy Boss are all characters in which animated Disney film?

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In the game of darts, what is the maximum score that can be achieved in one throw of three darts?

Basics of Darts : World Darts Federation THE BASICS OF DARTS IN 7 EASY STEPS STEP 1: KNOW THE DARTBOARD. Figure 1: A standard dartboard Figure 2: The official WDF Dartboard setup. STEP 3: SELECTING A SET OF DARTS:You should not rush into buying a set of darts. The weight and shape of darts varies enormously, as do the shapes of the flights. We recommend that you try as many different types of darts and flights as possible before making a purchase. After a while you will soon become aware that each different type of dart behaves differently when YOU throw it. Take your time, find a set that you feel comfortable with BEFORE you buy. STEP 4: DARTS TERMINOLOGY: Here is a brief glossary of some of the common and most used terms and phrases used in darts: “Game on”:-Advises all players that the match has now started. “Ochie” (pronounced “okkey”) :- The name of the throwing line. “Leg shot”:- Signifies that a player has completed (Won) the “leg”. “Game shot”:- Signifies that the match winning double has been hit. “Bust”:- Means a player has scored more than the score required. “Double in”:- A double is required before scoring can commence. “Straight start”:- No double required to start. “Ton”:- Means a score of 100 points or more. “Ton-forty”:- Means a score of 140 points or more. “Ton-eighty” or “Maximum”:- Means a score of 180 points. STEP 5: THE BASICS OF A GAME OF DARTS. A game of darts always starts, and ends, with a handshake. A game of darts can be played in played in several forms. The most common forms are:- One player against another which is known as “Singles” or teams of two players per team which is known as “Doubles” or “Pairs”. A game of darts is played over an agreed number of sections which are known as “legs”. The number of “legs” in a game is always an odd number usually 1, 3, 5, or 7 “legs”. Matches are played as (for example) “Best of 5 “legs”. This means that the first player or team to win 3 “legs” win the match. Players throw alternately in “Singles” matches. In “Doubles” or “Pairs” matches each “Pair” throws alternately with each player in the respective “Pair” also throwing alternately. A “Throw” consists of “3” darts. If a player completes the “Leg” or the match in less than three darts the remaining dart or darts are not thrown. Matches usually start from 501 in competition darts but other common starts are 301, 401, 701, and even 1001. Sometimes darts matches are played where a “double” is required to start each “Leg” of the match. However, the most common form of play is “straight start” which means that players/teams can begin to score points immediately with the first dart thrown. Both teams start on the agreed starting number and the object is to score down to zero as quickly as possible. The value of the different sectors of the dartboard can be seen in Fig 1. above. Each section or “leg” of the match must be finished with a “double”, this means the outer scoring ring. For example as one approaches the end of a “leg” a player or team may have 40 points left to score. This means Double 20 is required and to end the “Leg” a dart must be thrown into the “double” section of the “20” sector. Should the thrower miss “double” 20 and hit (for example) a single 1, the the thrower would require 39 to win the “leg” where a single 7 then “double” 16 could be an option. Another example could be the player or team require 51 points. Then there would be several alternatives to end the “leg”. The usual route would be either a single 11 and then “double” 20, or perhaps a single 19 and then “double” 16. The first player or team to hit the required “double” wins the “leg”. A new leg is then started and the procedure repeated until one of the players or teams has won the required number of “legs” to win the match. STEP 6: HOW TO KEEP SCORE. The scoreboard starts as a blank sheet of paper which is usually hung on the wall about 50 cm or 1.5 feet to the left of the dartboard and at about the same height as the dartboard itself. The sequence below shows how a game is scored and how the scorecard takes form. The score


The infamous Insein Prison is in which Asian country?

The Name Says It All: Burma's Insein Prison The Name Says It All: Burma's Insein Prison Tweet Myanmar's Insein Prison, where Auung San Suu Kyi and hundreds of others are held (c) Digital Globe 2008. Image taken from Google Earth Myanmar’s opposition leader and Nobel prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi has been brought to the country’s infamous Insein (pronounced “insane”) prison, to face trial on May 18. The prison has been described as the “darkest hell-hole in Burma” and houses many of the country’s more than 2,100 political prisoners. Just recently, after years of campaigning by Amnesty International, Mah Khin Khin Leh has been released from there. Aung San Suu Kyi’s transfer to Insein prison has sparked international outcry, led by Amnesty International activists . The UN Special Rapporteur for human rights in Myanmar, Tomas Ojea Quintana, made the following statement yesterday : “I call on the government of Myanmar [Burma] to release Aung San Suu Kyi and her aides unconditionally”. The BBC has a good report summarizing the events of the last few days. Post Views: 179 Ma Khin Khin Leh is Free! About Christoph Koettl Christoph Koettl is the Emergency Response Manager at Amnesty International USA and works on urgent human rights situations such as armed conflicts. In his work he focuses on exploring the intersection of technology and human rights, specializing in utilizing satellite imagery or citizen video for human rights research and advocacy. He previously worked and studied in Austria, the Netherlands and Italy and holds an MA in International Relations from Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). His expertise is in International Humanitarian Law, conflict analysis, crisis mapping, video validation and social media forensics and he is a regular speaker on technology and human rights. He has testified on war crimes in Sri Lanka before the United States Congress and his work is covered regularly by numerous national and international media, including Associated Press, BBC, CNN, Al Jazeera and Reuters. AIUSA welcomes a lively and courteous discussion that follow our Community Guidelines . Comments are not pre-screened before they post but AIUSA reserves the right to remove any comments violating our guidelines. 43 thoughts on “The Name Says It All: Burma's Insein Prison” I never thought a building could be so aptly named. therese greenheck on Burma's generals expose their fear by brutalizing those they are most afraid of. therese greenheck on Burma’s generals expose their fear by brutalizing those they are most afraid of. G. R. Pemberton on Free those who speak truth to power. Cowards stifle speech. MKD on May 20, 2009 at 5:49 AM said: The detention of Aung San Suu Kyi is a disgrace and the very epitome of corruption and hostility. Her relentless peaceful defiance is a testament to her enlightened character and I hope the world stands up to this ruthless, violent and opressive government until democracy reigns and she, and the thousands of other political prisoners are free. Cynthia Pierson on May 20, 2009 at 8:59 AM said: I am responding to the BBC report and I stand for the release of Aung San Suu Kyi. Stop this oppression. G. R. Pemberton on May 20, 2009 at 9:49 AM said: The detention of Aung San Suu Kyi is a disgrace and the very epitome of corruption and hostility. Her relentless peaceful defiance is a testament to her enlightened character and I hope the world stands up to this ruthless, violent and opressive government until democracy reigns and she, and the thousands of other political prisoners are free. Cynthia Pierson on May 20, 2009 at 12:59 PM said: I am responding to the BBC report and I stand for the release of Aung San Suu Kyi. Stop this oppression. SaNayMa on May 20, 2009 at 3:37 PM said: Lets get together to free Aung San Su Kyi and all political prisoners. It is so sad for me seeing my people suffer because of the stupid power greedy People. SaNayMa on May 20, 2009 at 7:37 PM said: Lets get together to free Aung San Su Kyi and all political prisoners. It is so sad


Hepatitis is the inflammation of which part of the body?

Effects of Hepatitis C on the Body Musty Mouth Skin and Eyes Hepatitis C is a viral disease that primarily causes inflammation of the liver, but the effects can be felt throughout the body. The Effects of Hepatitis C on the Body Hepatitis C is caused by a virus that is passed through contact with the blood of an infected person. The infection leads to inflammation of the liver. The liver processes blood and filter toxins so they don’t cause damage to your body. The liver also produces bile, which helps you to digest food and stores glucose and vitamins. Inflammation makes it difficult for the liver to perform these vital functions. In time, the hepatitis C infection can affect the entire body. Early symptoms, including yellowing skin and fatigue, may be mild and easily dismissed. Chronic infection can cause scarring of the liver (cirrhosis). As the disease progresses, symptoms such as skin problems, blood disorders, and fever may appear. In the long term, hepatitis C can lead to severe liver damage, liver cancer, and liver failure. Early treatment can help delay or prevent serious damage. Digestive System A healthy liver performs many functions that are crucial to your health. The liver is responsible for producing bile, a substance needed to break down fats. The body stores bile in the gallbladder, then sends it to the beginning section of the small intestine (duodenum). Bile is then combined with stomach acids and digestive fluids from the pancreas, which help the intestines absorb nutrients into the bloodstream. Hepatitis C can severely hinder the liver’s ability to produce bile. Inflammation of the gallbladder can make it painful to digest fatty foods. Therefore, people with hepatitis C may feel some pain in the upper right portion of the abdomen. This may be due to a build-up of fluid in the stomach (ascites). This occurs when the damaged liver doesn’t produce enough albumin, a substance that regulates the amount of fluid in cells. Other digestive symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. Stool may become pale or clay-colored, and urine may darken. Central Nervous System When the liver doesn’t filter toxins from the blood, they can damage the central nervous system (hepatic encephalopathy). This can lead to a variety of symptoms, including sweet or musty breath, weakening of small motor skills, and sleep disturbances. Dry eyes and mouth are sometimes associated with hepatitis C. A build-up of toxins in the brain can cause confusion, forgetfulness, poor concentration, and personality changes. Advanced symptoms include abnormal shaking, agitation, disorientation, and slurred speech. Severe cases may cause coma. Circulatory System The liver filters toxins out of your bloodstream. It also produces proteins needed for healthy blood and helps to regulate blood clotting. A poorly functioning liver can create blood flow problems and increase pressure in the vein that leads to the liver (portal vein). This can cause portal hypertension, which may force blood to find an alternate vein. The vein can burst if it’s too small, causing serious internal bleeding (variceal bleeding). A poorly functioning liver is unable to properly extract iron from the blood and store it for later use. This can result in anemia. A healthy liver also helps convert sugars into glucose and store it for energy. Too much sugar in the bloodstream can lead to insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes. Blood tests can reveal the presence of hepatitis C antibodies in the bloodstream. If you have antibodies, it means you’ve been exposed to the virus. In most cases, a second blood test is used to confirm a hepatitis C diagnosis. Skin, Hair, and Nails (Integumentary System) A protein molecule called hemoglobin is found in red blood cells. Hemoglobin transports oxygen and iron to cells throughout the body. Iron is crucial in sustaining cells that make up healthy skin, fingernails, toenails, and hair. Bilirubin is another important substance in hemoglobin. When the liver can’t do its job, bilirubin can build up and cause your skin and the whites of yo


Which US singer released a 1962 album entitled ‘Pot Luck’?

Lana Del Rey announces new album title: Ultraviolence | Music | The Guardian Lana Del Rey announces new album title: Ultraviolence US singer shuns her doubts about continuing with music career and confirms plans for second album 'My muse is fickle' … Lana Del Rey had given mixed messages about the future of her career. Photograph: Jason Laveris/FilmMagic Thursday 5 December 2013 11.42 EST First published on Thursday 5 December 2013 11.42 EST Close This article is 3 years old After a year of hinting at retirement, Lana Del Rey has revealed that her second album will be entitled Ultraviolence. Speaking at a the premiere of her short film, Tropico , at the Cinerama Dome in Hollywood, the singer told the audience: "I really just wanted us all to be together so I could try and visually close out my chapter before I release the new record, Ultraviolence." While there are no further details regarding the followup to 2012's Born to Die, the word "ultra-violence" was used in Anthony Burgess's 1962 novel A Clockwork Orange in reference to the droogs' favourite pastime of crazed sprees of brutality and mayhem. News of Del Rey's second album comes at the end of a year of mixed messages from the singer. In February she suggested that she might be finished with music altogether. "What would I say?" she told Vogue when asked about a new album. "I feel like everything I wanted to say, I've said already." When announcing her short film Tropico this summer, the star described it as her "farewell project" and also told Nylon magazine in November's issue that she was unsure she could make a second album: "When people ask me about it, I just have to be honest – I really don't know," said Del Rey. "I don't want to say, 'Yeah, definitely – the next one's better than this one,' because I don't really hear a next one. My muse is very fickle. She only comes to me sometimes, which is annoying." Tropico is a film based around stories from the Bible: "It's Elvis and Jesus and Marilyn and extraterrestrials all in one." Lasting almost 30 minutes, the Anthony Mandler film stars albino model Shaun Ross alongside the singer, and is available to stream from Vevo. Lizzy Grant was a flop, changed her name to Lana Del Rey and was acclaimed as a new star. But the backlash from fans who felt duped has been unprecedented. Paul Harris reports on the woman who reinvented herself Published: 21 Jan 2012


Which car manufacturer is named after the Latin translation of the founder’s surname, Horch?

Horch - Wikicars Horch Search By Model Defunct Horch was the popular name for high-performance luxury motor cars manufactured in Germany by the company, August Horch & Cie, at the beginning of the 20th century. Founder The company was established by August Horch , a former production manager for Karl Benz , and a partner on November 14, 1899 with a capital of 30,000 Goldmark at Ehrenfeld, near Cologne. Horch was also later the founder of the German automaker, Audi , which is named after the Latin translation of his surname (latin word for the regional Saxon expression, horch, which is the imperative form of “hark” - "listen to me" in German). 1938 Horch 853 Sport Cabriolet Initial cars The company initially began producing 5 and 10 hp twin-cylinder engine automobiles near Cologne in 1901. The first Horch had a 4.5 hp engine, with an alloy crankcase, a unique achievement in those days. It had an open-body design, with lighting provided by lanterns with candles in them. In contrast with the powerful cars of later years, the first Horch could barely reach a top speed of 32 km/h. It was significant at that time because it used a friction clutch, and also had a drive shaft to power the wheels. The firm soon ran into financial troubles, not surprising considering the pioneering nature of the automobile business at that time. Horch had to seek new partners. The company was moved to Reichenbach (Vogtland) in March, 1902, where it produced a 20 hp four-cylinder car with a shaft drive. Horch cars were considered much advanced and superior to those being then built by Mercedes or Benz (who were then separate manufacturers). By 1903, Horch had built a car with a four-cylinder engine. In March of the following year, he introduced his new car at the Frankfurt Fair. In 1904, Horch was forced to convert the firm into a joint-stock company, A. Horch & Cie. Motorwagen-Werke AG, an action that he was to later regret. On May 10, 1904, he moved the new corporation to Zwickau, a city to the southwest of Chemnitz, in the eastern German state of Saxony. The first six-cylinder Horch appeared in 1907. Audi connection In 1909, the supervisor board (German equivalent of the Board of Directors) of this corporation forced out Horch. Horch went on to found Audi , Audiwerke GmbH, which became effective on 25 April 1910.  The name was a solution to the legal dispute with his old company over use of the Horch brand. In 1928, the company was acquired by Jörgen Skafte Rasmussen, owner of DKW (which comes from the German word, Dampfkraftwagen), who bought the same year the remains of the US automobile manufacturer, Rickenbacker , including the manufacturing equipment for eight-cylinder engines. Eventually, on 29th June, 1932 Audi merged with Horch, DKW and Wanderer to form the Auto Union . The current Audi four-ring logo is the Auto Union logo. In the 1930s Horch introduced a new line of smaller and cheaper, but still presentable, V8 automobiles. Auto Union became a major supplier of automobiles to the German armed forces. Civilian production was suspended after March 1940. Trabant connection During the Second World War, the factories suffered heavy bomb damage. Later, the advancing Soviet forces captured the area, and it became part of the Soviet sector of divided Germany in 1945, and later became part of East Germany. The factory was renamed as the Sachsenring factory after the East German firm IFA took it over, and produced the Sachsenring "P-240" in 1955. It produced the initial Trabant "P-50" model from 1957. [1] Rare Collectibles On Saturday, June 24th, 2006, an incredibly rare 1937 Horch 853A Sport Cabriolet in original unrestored, unprepared condition sold at auction in Cortland NY for $299,000 US. [2] Famous Horch models Some famous Horch automobiles (year introduced): Horch 350/375/400/405 (1928-1931) Horch 853 Sport Cabriolet (1937) Horch 853A Erdmann-Rossi Sport Cabriolet (1937) Horch 853A Voll-Ruhrbeck Sport Cabriolet (1938) Horch 855 Roadster (1939)


Who wrote the short story ‘Rip Van Winkle’, published in 1819?

Al Jolson and Bing Crosby - Who paid the rent for Mrs Rip Van Winkle when Rip Van Winkle went away - YouTube Find out why Close Al Jolson and Bing Crosby - Who paid the rent for Mrs Rip Van Winkle when Rip Van Winkle went away Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. The interactive transcript could not be loaded. Loading... Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on Sep 13, 2009 Must be one of the longest song titles ever! "Rip Van Winkle" is a short story by the American author Washington Irving published in 1819, as well as the name of the story's fictional protagonist. Written while Irving was living in Birmingham, England, it was part of a collection entitled The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon. Although the story is set in New York's Catskill Mountains, Irving later admitted, "When I wrote the story, I had never been on the Catskills."[1] Category


The medical condition anhidrosis is the inability to do what?

Anhidrosis - Mayo Clinic Anhidrosis By Mayo Clinic Staff Anhidrosis is the inability to sweat normally. When you don't sweat (perspire), your body can't cool itself, which can lead to overheating and sometimes to heatstroke — a potentially fatal condition. Anhidrosis — sometimes called hypohidrosis — can be difficult to diagnose. Mild anhidrosis often goes unrecognized. Dozens of factors can cause the condition, including skin trauma and certain diseases and medications. You can inherit anhidrosis or develop it later in life. Treatment of anhidrosis involves addressing the underlying cause, if one can be found. Goldsmith LA, et al., eds. Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. 8th ed. New York, N.Y.: The McGraw-Hill Companies; 2012. http://www.accessmedicine.com/resourceTOC.aspx?resourceID=740. Accessed Nov. 10, 2014. Bolognia JL, et al. Dermatology. 3rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2012. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Nov. 10, 2014. Tay LK, et al. Acquired idiopathic anhidrosis: A diagnosis often missed. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2014;71:499. Kliegman RM, et al. Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. 19th ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2011. http://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Nov. 10, 2014. Extreme heat prevention guide. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/heat_guide.asp. Accessed Nov. 10, 2014. Products and Services


Which English Rugby Union team play their home games at Welford Road?

Leicester Rugby Club – Leicester Tigers Love Leicester Leicester Rugby Club The Leicester Rugby Club is an English rugby Union Club who currently plays at the Aviva Premiership and has been the standing champions since last year. They have managed to become one of the most successful clubs in the history of English rugby and all credit goes to the coordination and organization along with the excellent team work of the players. Their excellent performance can be seen from the statistics where the club has never ended a league below the 6th position. Moreover they are known to be the only team along with Gloucester, Bath and Wasps who have never been relegated from the top division. Their bag of victories including winning the Heineken Cup twice and the league five times under the captaincy of Martin Johnson. They are one of the richest clubs with a turnover of 18.5 million dollars. They play all their home games at Welford Road which has a capacity of over 30000. The club is currently under the chairmanship of Peter Tom and coached and captained by Richard Cockerill and Geordan Murphy respectively. The jerseys of the Leicester Rugby Club are red and green stripes and they wear a blue jersey for all their away matches. They are nicknamed the Tigers, the origin of which is unknown. Their home ground at Welford Road came into existence only in the year 1892. Their matches played at the home ground were spectacular and could be seen through the continuous victories at the Midland Cup. The continuous win from the year 1898 to 1905 made them drop out from the cup itself so as to give a chance to other clubs as well to gain a win at the cup. The winning streak of the Leicester Rugby Club started again at the end of the 20th century. They won the Heineken Cup in 1995 followed by the Pilkington Cup in 1997. In the 1996 Cup they lost to the Bath at the final game due to a miss in the penalty shot. However they never gave up hope and continued to excel under the management of Dean Richards. The captain of the Leicester Rugby Club, Martin Johnson managed to coordinate the team effort so as to produce skilled and talented players. They managed to seal their victory back to back at the Heineken Cup in 2001 and 2002 and went on to becoming the only English team to have successfully won the Cup twice in a row. The home games of Leicester Rugby Club were even more entertaining.  They showed an array of skill and managed to go undefeated for a stretch of 57 matches during the span of 1997 to 2002. They are currently placed at the 10th position in the English premier League table. Their Premiership record has been outstanding. They managed to finish first in 2004-2005, second in the next two consecutive years and again first in 2008-2009 and 2009-2010. Leicester Rugby Club is sure to perform well in this season as well a keep up their record. Toggle to the primary sidebar Close the secondary sidebar


Who founded the British Union of Fascists in 1932?

British Union of Fascists - Wikipedia British Union of Fascists Larger part of the British Fascists Succeeded by Elections The British Union of Fascists, or BUF, was a Fascist political party in the United Kingdom formed in 1932 by Oswald Mosley . It changed its name to the "British Union of Fascists and National Socialists" in 1936 and, in 1937, to "British Union." It was finally disbanded in 1940 after it was proscribed by the British government, following the start of the Second World War . The BUF emerged in 1932 from the British far-right , following the electoral defeat of its antecedent, the New Party , in the 1931 general election . The BUF's foundation was initially met with popular support and developed a sizeable following. The press baron Lord Rothermere was a notable early supporter. As the party became increasingly radical, however, support declined. The Olympia Rally of 1934, in which a number of anti-Fascist protestors were attacked, isolated the party from much of its following. The party's embrace of Nazi -style anti-semitism in 1936 led to increasingly violent clashes with opponents, notably the 1936 Battle of Cable Street in London 's East End . The Public Order Act 1936 , which banned political uniforms and responded to increasing political violence, had a particularly strong effect on the BUF whose supporters were known as "Blackshirts" after the uniforms they wore. Growing British hostility towards Nazi Germany , with which the British press persistently associated the BUF, further contributed to the decline of the movement's membership. It was finally banned by the British government in 1940 after the start of the Second World War, amid suspicion that its remaining supporters might form a pro-Nazi " fifth column ". A number of prominent BUF members were arrested and interned under Defence Regulation 18B . Contents Background[ edit ] Flowchart showing the history of the early British fascist movement. Oswald Mosley was the youngest elected Conservative MP before crossing the floor in 1922, joining first Labour and, shortly afterwards, the Independent Labour Party . He became a minister in Ramsay MacDonald 's Labour government , advising on rising unemployment.[ citation needed ] In 1930, Mosley issued his 'Mosley Memorandum', which fused protectionism with a proto- Keynesian programme of policies designed to tackle the unemployment problem, and he resigned from the Labour party soon after, in early 1931, when the plans were rejected. He immediately formed the New Party , with policies based on his memorandum. Despite winning 16% of the vote at a by-election in Ashton-under-Lyne in early 1931, however, the party failed to achieve any other electoral success.[ citation needed ] During 1931, the New Party became increasingly influenced by Fascism . [1] The next year, after a January 1932 visit to Benito Mussolini in Italy , Mosley's own conversion to fascism was confirmed. He wound up the New Party in April, but preserved its youth movement, which would form the core of the BUF, intact. He spent the summer that year writing a fascist programme, The Greater Britain, and this formed the basis of policy of the BUF, which was launched in October 1932. [1] Early success and growth[ edit ] The Olympia Exhibition Centre in London , site of the party's 1934 rally sometimes cited as the beginning of the movement's decline. Italy's Duce Benito Mussolini (left) with Leader Oswald Mosley (right) during Mosley's visit to Italy in 1936. The BUF claimed 50,000 members at one point, [2] and the Daily Mail , running the headline "Hurrah for the Blackshirts!", was an early supporter. [3] The first Director of Propaganda, appointed in February 1933, was Wilfred Risdon , who was responsible for organising all of Mosley's public meetings. Despite strong resistance from anti-fascists, including the local Jewish community , the Labour Party , the Independent Labour Party , and the Communist Party of Great Britain , the BUF found a following in the East End of London , where in the London County Council elections of March 19


In the Bible, what are the first three words of Genesis?

Genesis Definition and Meaning - Bible Dictionary Genesis [H] [S] The five books of Moses were collectively called the Pentateuch, a word of Greek origin meaning "the five-fold book." The Jews called them the Torah, i.e., "the law." It is probable that the division of the Torah into five books proceeded from the Greek translators of the Old Testament. The names by which these several books are generally known are Greek. The first book of the Pentateuch (q.v.) is called by the Jews Bereshith, i.e., "in the beginning", because this is the first word of the book. It is generally known among Christians by the name of Genesis, i.e., "creation" or "generation," being the name given to it in the LXX. as designating its character, because it gives an account of the origin of all things. It contains, according to the usual computation, the history of about two thousand three hundred and sixty-nine years. Genesis is divided into two principal parts. The first part (1-11) gives a general history of mankind down to the time of the Dispersion. The second part presents the early history of Israel down to the death and burial of Joseph (12-50). There are five principal persons brought in succession under our notice in this book, and around these persons the history of the successive periods is grouped, viz., Adam (1-3), Noah (4-9), Abraham ( (10-25:18), ), Isaac ( (25:19-35:29), ), and Jacob (36-50). In this book we have several prophecies concerning Christ ( 3:15 ; 12:3 ; 18:18 ; 22:18 ; 26:4 ; 28:14 ; 49:10 ). The author of this book was Moses. Under divine guidance he may indeed have been led to make use of materials already existing in primeval documents, or even of traditions in a trustworthy form that had come down to his time, purifying them from all that was unworthy; but the hand of Moses is clearly seen throughout in its composition. These dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain, copy freely. [H] indicates this entry was also found in Hitchcock's Bible Names [S] indicates this entry was also found in Smith's Bible Dictionary Bibliography Information Easton, Matthew George. "Entry for Genesis". "Easton's Bible Dictionary". . Hitchcock's Dictionary of Bible Names. Public Domain. Copy freely. [E] indicates this entry was also found in Easton's Bible Dictionary [S] indicates this entry was also found in Smith's Bible Dictionary Bibliography Information Hitchcock, Roswell D. "Entry for 'Genesis'". "An Interpreting Dictionary of Scripture Proper Names". . New York, N.Y., 1869. Genesis [E] [H] (origin ), the first book of the law or Pentateuch, so called from its title ia the Septuagint, that is, Creation . Its author was Moses. The date of writing was probably during the forty-years wanderings in the wilderness, B.C. 1491-1451. Time . --The book of Genesis covered 2369 years,--from the creation of Adam, A.M 1, to the death of Joseph, A.M. 2369, or B.C. 1635. Character and purpose . --The book of Genesis (with the first chapters of Exodus) describes the steps which led to the establishment of the theocracy. It is a part of the writers plan to tell us what the divine preparation of the world was in order to show, first, the significance of the call of Abraham, and next, the true nature of the Jewish theocracy. He begins with the creation of the world, because the God who created the world and the God who revealed himself to the fathers is the same God. The book of Genesis has thus a character at once special and universal. Construction . --It is clear that Moses must have derived his knowledge of the events which he records in Genesis either from immediate divine revelation or from oral tradition or written documents. The nature of many of the facts related, and the minuteness of the narration, render it extremely improbable that immediate revelation was the source from whence they were drawn. That his knowledge should have been derived from oral tradition appears morally impossible when we consider the great number of names, ages,


In the human body, erythrophobia is the abnormal fear of doing what?

Definition of Erythrophobia Definition of Erythrophobia Gallery of Skin Problems Pictures Erythrophobia: An abnormal and persistent fear of blushing. Sufferers of erythrophobia experience undue anxiety even though they realize their fear is irrational. Their anxiety results from worry about being the focus of attention and the subject of embarrassment. Attempts to suppress blushing often have the opposite effect. Sufferers of erythrophobia tend to avoid social gatherings and workplace projects that require them to interact with, or speak before, groups of co-workers. "Erythrophobia" also can refer to fear of the color red because of what it may symbolize, such as blood. The terms "redcoat" (British soldier in the American Revolution) and "red" (synonym for "communist") gave Americans valid reasons to fear red. Other terms with "red" that have a negative connotation include "redeye" (an overnight air flight), "caught red-handed" (caught with evidence of guilt) "red-herring" (a deceptive tactic), "red ink" (a financial loss) and "seeing red" (angry). "Erythrophobia" is derived from the Greek "erythros" (red) and "phobos" (fear). "Erythros" also gives us the English words "erythema" (inflammation of the skin that causes reddening) and "erythrocyte" (a red blood cell). Last Editorial Review: 5/13/2016


‘Jeudi’ is French for which day of the week?

What day is it? Today is ... - French Days of the Week French Days of the Week What day is it? Today is ... There are a few different formulas you need to know in order to talk about the day of the week in French. Asking and answering French has three different ways to ask "What day (of the week) is it?" Quel jour est-ce ? Quel jour est-on ? Quel jour sommes-nous ? To answer, simply uninvert one of the verb-subject pairs above and then say the day of the week . So "It's Saturday" can be said C'est samedi. To say "Today is Thursday," say Aujourd'hui, followed by any of the above phrases. Aujourd'hui, c'est jeudi. Aujourd'hui, nous sommes jeudi. When is ___? To find out "what day" or "when" something will happen, ask Quel jour est ... ? or Quand est ... ? Then to answer, say ... continue reading below our video How to Say the Dates in French est + the day of the week.    Quel jour est la fête ? La fête / Elle est samedi.    What day is the party? The party / It is on Saturday.    Quand est le repas ? Le repas / Il est lundi.    When is the meal? The meal / It is on Monday. When asking which day an annual event will fall on, say Quel jour / Quand tombe ... cette année ? (Note that this question is for when you know the date of the event. To ask about an actual date rather than just the day of the week, see page 1 .)    Quel jour tombe ton anniversaire (cette année) ? C'est dimanche.    What day is your birthday (this year)? It's (on) Sunday.    Quand tombe Halloween (cette année) ? C'est mercredi.    When (What day) is Halloween this year?     It's (on) Wednesday.   Definite articles When talking about the day of the week something happened or will happen, you may or may not need a definite article , depending on how far the event is in the past or future and whether it is a one-time event. 1) For an event that occurred last week or will occur next week, you do not need an article. Generally speaking, this is equivalent to using the word "this" in English:    Il est arrivé samedi.    He arrived on Saturday, He arrived this Saturday.    Nous allons faire des achats mercredi.    We're going to go shopping on Wednesday, this Wednesday. 2) If it occurs further in the past or future, you do need an article. In the English translation, you're likely to need the word "that":    Il est arrivé le samedi (de cette semaine-là).    He arrived that Saturday, He arrived that week on Saturday.    Nous allons faire des achats le mercredi (avant la fête).    We're going to go shopping that Wednesday (before the party). 3) You also need the definite article when talking about something that occurred, occurs, or will occur on that same day more than once:    Il arrivait le samedi.    He used to arrive on Saturdays, every Saturday.    Nous faisons des achats le mercredi.    We go shopping on Wednesdays.    Je ne vais plus travailler le vendredi.    I'm not going to work on Fridays any more.   Day of the week + date When including the day of the week in answer to the question "what's the date?" , there's one slightly tricky aspect to be aware of in French: the day of the week should be placed between the definite article and the numeric date.    C'est    On est              + le + day + date + month (+ year)    Nous sommes    C'est le samedi 8 avril.    It's Saturday, 8 April / the 8th of April / April 8th.    Nous sommes le lundi premier octobre 2012.    It's Monday, October 1st, 2012. Or if you really want to say the day of the week first, just be sure to pause before following with the date.    On est mardi... le 16 juillet.    It's Tuesday... July 16th.