What word describes a young bird which has just learned to fly?

Baby Bird Names - General and Specific Names By Melissa Mayntz Updated July 19, 2016. Other than cute, adorable and charming, what is a baby bird called? Baby birds are special in many ways – they use specific sounds to get attention, they have unique behavior to beg for food, they have soft down feathers to keep warm and they are camouflaged to keep safe. It is no surprise, then, that there are special names for baby birds, including terms that refer to young birds of certain families. Knowing those terms can help birders refer to baby birds properly in their notes, when contacting bird rescue centers or birding organizations or just to have fun when talking about birds. Generic Names for Baby Birds There are several generic names that can be used to refer to any baby birds, from ducks to raptors to songbirds to shorebirds. The term "chick" is the most common, and can describe any baby bird of any bird species from the moment it hatches until it leaves the nest. There are other generic baby bird terms, however, that can also be used with baby birds of different ages. continue reading below our video 5 Places to Sell Your Crafts Hatchling : A very recently hatched baby bird that does not yet have more than sparse down and may not have open eyes or any ability to care for itself. This term is most frequently used to refer to altricial chicks that are born nearly naked.   Nestling : A young bird that is several days old and is covered with down . These birds are more active and demanding, but are not yet ready to care for themselves. They may be beginning to grow flight feathers but are nowhere near ready to leave the nest or go without parental care.   Fledgling : A young bird that has developed most of its flight feathers and is ready to leave the nest, though it may remain under its parents' care for some time after actually vacating the nest. These birds are awkward and inexperienced, and do not fly well, but may hop around eagerly.   Juvenile: A bird that has grown past the most awkward youth stages but is not yet a mature adult. Juvenile birds may look similar to adults but still show some of the camouflage of their youth, and their field marks may not be as well defined as mature birds .   Subadult : An immature bird that, while it has left the nest and is able to care for itself, is not yet sexually mature and lacks all the distinct field marks of adults. Larger birds, such as gulls and eagles, take several years to fully mature, and subadult plumage stages can be confusing for many birders to identify. Baby Bird Names for Specific Bird Families While generic names for baby birds can be used for any bird species, specific bird families have more unique names for their young. The most popular names for baby birds include: Chicken: Poult, cockerel (male), pullet (female) Crane: Colt Swan: Cygnet, flapper Turkey: Poult, jake (male), jenny (female) The exact bird species is irrelevant when using these baby bird names: a baby bald eagle is an eaglet, and a baby golden eagle is an eaglet as well. To distinguish between species, terms like "bald eaglet" or "golden eaglet" might be used, or the birds can be referred to by species with a more generic term, such as "bald eagle chick." If you use more specific baby bird names, be aware that these terms are typically only used when the birds are young. After they have left the nest or family group and are caring for themselves, even if they are not yet fully mature, they are no longer referred to by their baby names. If You See a Baby Bird No matter what you call it, seeing a baby bird can be exciting. Their charming behavior is designed to elicit the attention and sympathy of their parents, and those same behaviors are just as effective on humans. If you find a baby bird , however, the best course of action is to leave it alone so its parents can care for it. Even baby birds that seem abandoned are seldom left alone for long, but if you do spot an owlet, squab, flapper or chick… Keep your distance. Approaching the bird closely will cause it more stress and may keep parent bir


Which European country's flag consists of 3 horizontal bands top to bottom white, green and red?

Flags of Every Country Follow us... Flags of Every Country Tweet This map shows Flags of every country in the world. Flag description produced from actual flags or the best information available at the time the entry was written. The flags of independent states are used by their dependencies unless there is an officially recognized local flag. Some disputed and other areas do not have flags. Note: Flag description from CIA Factbook and Flag image from Wikipedia. Last updated: Abkhazia Afghanistan three equal vertical bands of black (hoist side), red, and green, with the national emblem in white centered on the red band and slightly overlapping the other two bands; the center of the emblem features a mosque with pulpit and flags on either side, below the mosque are numerals for the solar year 1298 (1919 in the Gregorian calendar, the year of Afghan independence from the UK); this central image is circled by a border consisting of sheaves of wheat on the left and right, in the upper-center is an Arabic inscription of the Shahada (Muslim creed) below which are rays of the rising sun over the Takbir (Arabic expression meaning "God is great"), and at bottom center is a scroll bearing the name Afghanistan; black signifies the past, red is for the blood shed for independence, and green can represent either hope for the future, agricultural prosperity, or Islam note: Afghanistan had more changes to its national flag in the 20th century than any other country; the colors black, red, and green appeared on most of them Akrotiri the flag of the UK is used Albania red with a black two-headed eagle in the center; the design is claimed to be that of 15th-century hero George Castriota SKANDERBERG, who led a successful uprising against the Turks that resulted in a short-lived independence for some Albanian regions (1443-1478); an unsubstantiated explanation for the eagle symbol is the tradition that Albanians see themselves as descendants of the eagle; they refer to themselves as "Shkypetars," which translates as "sons of the eagle" Algeria two equal vertical bands of green (hoist side) and white; a red, five-pointed star within a red crescent centered over the two-color boundary; the colors represent Islam (green), purity and peace (white), and liberty (red); the crescent and star are also Islamic symbols, but the crescent is more closed than those of other Muslim countries because the Algerians believe the long crescent horns bring happiness American Samoa blue, with a white triangle edged in red that is based on the fly side and extends to the hoist side; a brown and white American bald eagle flying toward the hoist side is carrying two traditional Samoan symbols of authority, a war club known as a "Fa'alaufa'i" (upper; left talon), and a coconut fiber fly whisk known as a "Fue" (lower; right talon); the combination of symbols broadly mimics that seen on the US Great Seal and reflects the relationship between the United States and American Samoa Andorra three vertical bands of blue (hoist side), yellow, and red, with the national coat of arms centered in the yellow band; the latter band is slightly wider than the other two so that the ratio of band widths is 8:9:8; the coat of arms features a quartered shield with the emblems of (starting in the upper left and proceeding clockwise): Urgell, Foix, Bearn, and Catalonia; the motto reads VIRTUS UNITA FORTIOR (Strength United is Stronger); the flag combines the blue and red French colors with the red and yellow of Spain to show Franco-Spanish protection note: similar to the flags of Chad and Romania, which do not have a national coat of arms in the center, and the flag of Moldova, which does bear a national emblem Angola two equal horizontal bands of red (top) and black with a centered yellow emblem consisting of a five-pointed star within half a cogwheel crossed by a machete (in the style of a hammer and sickle); red represents liberty, black the African continent, the symbols characterize workers and peasants Anguilla blue, with the flag of the UK in the upper hoist-side quadrant and the


Which was the first jet aircraft to cross the Atlantic non-stop?

First jet crossing of Atlantic Historic Aviation First jet crossing of Atlantic If this is your first visit, be sure to  check out the FAQ by clicking the  link above. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. To start viewing messages,  select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Results 1 to 13 of 13 121 First jet crossing of Atlantic Does anybody know if the first jet crossing of the Atlantic in July 1948 by 54 Squadron Vampires has been the subject of any decent magazine/book articles? Thanks Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Next to the Essendon Drome, Under South End, North/South Runway! Posts Stan, You sparked an old memory for me mate! This is one that the Pom's just pulled off in their Vamp's , JUST in front of the Yank's F-80's crossing team, and the after tour is just so Funny! . Here a taste of what at one of the Pilot's in a Vamp on that Tour! has at his Web site..... Great to see Micky Martin was still using his fantastic skill after the War . An amazing project, when you look at ALL the aircraft involved., Vamp, Mossie, York!! Will try and put the Link in now , but check out the whole site, it's top stuff Photo's from Bill Wood's site, C.William's Cheer's all far and WIDE!! , Tally Ho Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Next to the Essendon Drome, Under South End, North/South Runway! Posts WOW, the bloody Link even seem's to work for once!!! ****** me! Cheer's all far and WIDE!! , Tally Ho Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Next to the Essendon Drome, Under South End, North/South Runway! Posts 2,082 What was the first JET bomber type to make it across the Pond, Pommie or Yanky??? Cheer's all far and WIDE!! , Tally Ho Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Next to the Essendon Drome, Under South End, North/South Runway! Posts Mork calling Ork, Mork called ork, Nano Nano, Shuzbut....testing testing... 123. Oh the master race Humman animal's of this Planet(Yer right ),are you receiving me ok ...OVER! RODGER RODGER Cheer's all far and WIDE!! , Tally Ho Mork calling Ork, Mork called ork, Nano Nano, Shuzbut....testing testing... 123. Oh the master race Humman animal's of this Planet(Yer right ),are you receiving me ok ...OVER! RODGER RODGER can hear you Stormbird - suprised no one's come up with an answer yet. I reckon must have been a Canberra. Roger Smith. Where you wish you were. Posts 8,733 Here's a related question to the first jet bomber query. In graduate school while researching the history of long range communications (pre-satellite) I found contempoary accounts of a RAF jet bomber (no type specified) being used to fly films of HM QEII's coronation to Canada. From there it would be sent via microwave to the rest of Canada and the USA. If the news account are correct, I belive it would of have to have been a Canberra...as the Valiant wasn't in service yet. Has anyone else heard of this mission? BTW: Also, an American TV newortk hired an airliner and fitted it with a film developing unit so film could be processed and edit in flight to it was ready for braodcast once it landed in Newfoundland (Gander ot St. Johns). There are two sides to every story. The truth is usually somewhere between the two. 5,526 John, I had read that before and found where - a very noted source - Alexandra Palace Television Society - so must be correct: http://www.apts.org.uk/coronation.htm Here's the extract - The BBC had arranged, with the co-operation of the RAF, to fly telerecordings - that is to say, recordings on film of the television broadcast - to Canada in three stages during the day. This arrangement - "Operation Pony Express" - functioned perfectly. The film recordings were flown across the Atlantic in three Canberra jet bombers which left London Airport at 1.30, 3.15 and 6.20 pm. Each Canberra took a little over five hours to reach its destination and at 4.15 pm, local time, a full telerecording of the BBC Television Programme was broadcast by television stations in Ottawa, Toronto and Montreal. Two of the major United States television networks, the NBC and th


Which road tunnel, the world?s longest between 1965 and 1978, links France and Italy?

Man-made marvels - the world's longest road tunnels - Road Traffic Technology Mont Blanc Tunnel is 11.61km-long, standing as the eighth longest road tunnel in the world. Man-made marvels - the world's longest road tunnels Norway, which is considered the world's leader in tunnelling, has a whopping 900 tunnels, including the world's longest road tunnel. Roadtraffic-technology.com profiles the 10 longest road tunnels in the world. Laerdal Tunnel, Norway The 24.5km Laerdal tunnel in Norway is the world's longest road tunnel. The single tube tunnel with two-way traffic stretches between the county of Aurland and the Laerdal valley. It took about five years and more than a billion kroner (approximately $114m) to construct. Norway has some of the most difficult mountainous terrain in the world, as well as many narrow road passages that have many fjord crossings. The Norwegian Parliament therefore chose to build a tunnel rather than invest in road refurbishments given the risky terrain. Building the world's longest tunnel created a myriad of design and construction challenges. Precise drilling was achieved with the use of navigation satellites and computer-controlled drilling jumbos. A staggering 2.5 million cubic metres of rock was excavated from the tunnel. A 2.1km long access tunnel had to be built in a side valley named Tynjadal in order to avoid damage to the surrounding landscape and a group of psychologists were used to help incorporate elements inside the tunnel, to improve passenger journeys Zhongnanshan Tunnel, China The Zhongnanshan tunnel passing through the Qinling mountains in Shaanxi province of China is currently the second longest road tunnel in the world. The 18.02km long tunnel is currently the world's longest twin-tube tunnel. It was opened in January 2007 after nearly five years of construction. The tunnel is built on a north-south highway connecting Baotou to Beihai, and it cost $410m. The two tubes of the tunnel allow four lanes of vehicle traffic at a maximum speed of 80km/h. They were bored using conventional methods of drilling and blasting through the gneiss and granite rocks. Each of the six metre high tubes has coloured and patterned lighting to keep drivers alert. Artificial plants and pictures of clouds projected over the roof of the tube interiors make journeys through the tunnel pleasant, while also reducing eye strain. St. Gotthard Tunnel, Switzerland The St. Gotthard tunnel is a Swiss marvel stretching across 16.94km. The road tunnel took ten years to complete, from 1970 to 1980. It is part of the A2 motorway and contains a single bore with one lane in each direction. It currently ranks as the world's third longest road tunnel. The tunnel currently carries more than 17,000 vehicles per day through the Gotthard mountains. Being a single tube, it has been witnessing heavy traffic jams at the north and south ends of the tunnel. Incidences of fatal accidents, involving especially trucks, have been of increasing concern. The Switzerland Government has decided to develop a second road tunnel through the Gotthard mountain range in order to reduce the traffic congestion through the existing tunnel. It will, however, not come into use before 2027. Arlberg Road Tunnel, Austria The 13.97km long Arlberg road tunnel in Austria ranks as the world's fourth longest tunnel. It is part of the Arlberg highway (S16 Arlbergschnellstraße in German) and crosses the Arlberg mountain ranges. It connects the Tyrol province located in the east with Austria's westernmost province, Vorarlberg. It took four years to construct and was officially opened to traffic in 1978. The tunnel is currently used by more than 8,000 vehicles per day and is the safest means of transportation along the route during winter. It has eight escape routes and is monitored continuously through more than 40 video cameras. A major renovation and safety upgrade is on the cards to replace outdated equipment and further improve the safety standards. The €136m ($183m) upgrade will be carried out from 2014 to 2017. In addition to replacing the existing


What is the first name of the young witch, heroine of The Wee Free Men and A Hat Full of Sky books in the Discworld series?

The Wee Free Men: The First Tiffany Aching Adventure (Discworld Series #30) by Terry Pratchett, Paperback | Barnes & Noble® “A smart retelling [that] delves into weighty issues but keeps its sense of dark humor.” Chicago Tribune Wonderful language, genuinely scary explorations, and a young girl whose growing up is believable and exciting.” New York Times Book Review “With its wry wit and acerbic collision of the mystical with the mundane, the latest book in Pratchett’s internationally popular Discworld, is good solid storytelling done in a style that reads like Celtic mythology fused with the girl power of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” with dialogue by Robert Burns.” bn.com The Barnes & Noble Review Carnegie Medalist Terry Pratchett serves up another fantastic Discworld tale, this time starring a budding witch -- and a pack of mini blue warriors -- on a rescue mission to find her kidnapped brother. Tiffany Aching has all the makings of a strong witch, including quick wit against scary creatures, various levels of "Sight," and the unheard-of ability to befriend the Nac Mac Feegle -- otherwise known as the Wee Free Men. So when the powerful Queen of the Elves snatches Tiffany's brother, the confident girl travels to Fairyland with the help of her new blue friends, battling sinister dogs, escaping the dreams of magical dromes, and finally coming face-to-face with the nightmarish queen herself. Tiffany has the ability to defeat the evil ruler, but in order to escape, she must first connect with the past, know her home, and feel herself alive. With all the adventure and smart humor his fans have come to love, Pratchett's Discworld novel is entrancing from the start. Always a master storyteller, the author weaves together various worlds and times to create scenes deep enough for fantasy lovers of every level. Tiffany and the Wee Free Men are memorable characters, and we certainly hope we haven't seen the last of them. Shana Taylor The Washington Post Despite its slapstick, wordplay and "Simpsons"-like comedy, The Wee Free Men teaches, slantwise like all good fiction, the importance of trust, kindness, determination and responsibility. And as in any good fantasy tale, the Story ends with nothing changed and everything changed. — Michael Dirda Publishers Weekly This tale set in Discworld stars a plucky young witch-in-training who, according to PW's starred review, "will win over not only readers but the title characters, (somewhat) lovable imps who exude a certain charm despite their innate and unrepentant kleptomania." Ages 12-up. (June)  Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information. VOYA Young Tiffany Aching knows lots about minding sheep, children, and the dairy, but until she finds herself forced to do battle with the malicious Queen of the Elves, she does not know anything at all about magic and witchcraft. Without warning one afternoon, various denizens of Fairyland invade the chalk country, home to generations of shepherds and Tiffany's only home. Keeping in mind the sturdy independence and shrewd insights of her beloved and recently deceased Granny Aching, Tiffany sets out to protect what is hers. She is aided in her progress through the nightmarish convolutions of Fairyland by her new acquaintances, the Wee Free Men. These six-inch-high, blue pictsies excel at fighting, thieving, and drinking. Believing themselves already to have died and gone to heaven, they are absolutely fearless and indomitable, if a bit likely to get sidetracked anytime an opportunity to indulge in one of their three favorite pastimes arises. Eventually, Tiffany fulfills her quest, but as with all good heroines, she learns more about herself than anything else and will not be able to return to a quiet life just making cheeses anymore. Fans of Pratchett's series will enjoy cameo appearances in the novel by several well-known Discworld witches, but for the most part the book stands on its own. Uncharacteristically for Pratchett, the novel is hobbled, however, by a predictable plot and redeemed only through its characters. Tiffany's staunch practicality


Which member of the cabinet is MP for South West Surrey?

Contact | Jeremy Hunt Jeremy Hunt MP for South West Surrey Main navigation Contact South West Surrey Constituents If you are a constituent and would like to write to Jeremy in his capacity as MP for South West Surrey please use the following contact details: Post: Telephone: 01428 609 416 (Constituents) Non constituency enquiries relating to the Department of Health If you are a not constituent of South West Surrey, but have any comments, feedback, or issues relating to health matters and you wish to write to Jeremy in his capacity as Secretary of State for Health, then please feel free to contact him via telephone number: 0207 210 4850 or via email by clicking on the following link: Contact Jeremy at DoH South West Surrey Media Enquiries: For media matters relating to Jeremy's role as MP for South West Surrey please contact Richard Nelson at richard.nelson@parliament.uk Telephone: 01428 609 474 South West Surrey Conservatives: Would you like to learn more about South West Surrey Conservatives? We always welcome help with our work, so please let us know if you would like to join by calling Edward on 01428 604 520 or emailing agent@swsca.co.uk Contact Form: Please note that the contact form below is for constituency enquiries only. If you are contacting Jeremy in his capacity as Secretary of State then please use the Department of Health contact details above. First Name


Which car company manufactures the Adam model?

Opel Company Information - Hhistory H Heritage | Opel international Adam Opel establishes a factory health insurance plan.   1886 By entering the booming business of bicycle manufacture, Opel secures a second foothold for his company. The Opel sons are enthusiastic cyclists, winning several hundred races on Opel bicycles in the years up to 1898. In less than forty years, Opel becomes the world’s largest bicycle producer.   1895 Adam Opel dies at the age of 58. His wife Sophie assumes responsibility for running the business, with the support of her sons.   1899 “Opel Patent Motor Car, System Lutzmann” is the name given to the first Opel automobile. It marks the beginning of production in Rüsselsheim, and forms the basis for building the first utility vehicles. Within the year, the company makes its international motor sport début.   A new flagship model is introduced: a substantial 40/100 hp four-cylinder vehicle.   1913 Race cars employing ground-breaking engine technology are developed for the Grand Prix season: the four-cylinder power units with 4-liter and 4.5-liter displacements feature four valves per cylinder and an overhead camshaft driven by a vertical shaft.   1914 A record-breaking race car is developed, based on the engine technology that led to the 1913 Gran Prix triumph. The cutting-edge vehicle is not only one of the first cars to feature four-valve technology – at a swept volume of 12.3 liters, its four-cylinder, 16-valve power unit is the largest displacement engine to emerge from the Rüsselsheim facilities. Opel becomes Germany’s largest automobile manufacturer.     1921 Opel builds an eight-cylinder engine, which proves itself in a number of races – notably in the Eifel race of 1922.   Fritz von Opel wins the first car race on the AVUS track in Berlin, in the “eight taxable horsepower” class of the period.     1924 Investing one million gold marks, Opel completely modernizes its automobile production. The Rüsselsheim plant is the first German manufacturer to introduce the high-volume production methods of the future, including assembly-line processes.   The first car to roll out of the updated plant: the legendary 4/12 hp model, best known as the “Laubfrosch” (Tree Frog), in reference to its green body paint and protruding headlamps.   Opel dealerships introduce a revolutionary new service: standardized maintenance at fixed prices.    1926 Thanks to state-of-the-art production methods and strong demand, the price for the “Tree Frog” sinks from its original 4,500 marks to 2,980 marks, eventually dropping as low as 1,990 marks. This makes automobiles affordable for even broader sections of the public.     1931 The Rüsselsheim plant builds the first “people’s automobile”, an affordable vehicle equipped with a 1.2-liter engine. Between 1931 and 1935, 100,000 units are built – a volume never before reached with a single model in Germany. General Motors acquires the remaining 20 percent of shares in the Opel corporation.Opel becomes the first carmaker to establish a school for customer service training.   1935 Opel unveils the Olympia, Germany’s first mass-produced car with an all-steel integral body and frame. Advantages: low weight, greater passive safety and improved aerodynamics. At the same time, a new manufacturing process developed and patented by the engineers in Rüsselsheim is introduced: the so-called “wedding” that unites the prefabricated body shell with the chassis and mechanical assemblies.   Truck production facilities officially open in Brandenburg. The new plant, which began building trucks as early as November 1934, boasts an annual capacity of 25,000 Blitz models.   The Ascona C and the performance-oriented Manta B 400 enter the market.   1982 A new plant is commissioned in Saragossa, Spain, for the production of the Opel Corsa. The compact model rapidly advances to become the bestselling vehicle in its class.   Walter Röhrl and his navigator Christian Geistdörfer prevail over tough four-wheel-drive competitors, piloting their Ascona 400 to victory in the Mo


Who had a hit single in 1961 with Don't Jump Off The Roof, Dad?

Songs of Tommy Cooper ' We'll meet again'  522KB Tommy's definitive version of Vera Lynn's classic WWII song.  The next eight files are all in mp3 format: Tommy's version of Frankie Vaughan singing  'Give me the moonlight'  190KB During a live theatre performance, by Lionel Blair, TC was busy rehearsing behind  the curtain as Lionel tried to sing  'She is my loved one'  536KB TC introducing the madcap singer Bob Blackman singing  'Mule train'  419KB 'Don't jump off the roof Dad'  407KB In 1961 Tommy had a top 40 hit with this record.  Tommy only made 2 records and this is one of them or at least the B side of it.  See the sheet music to this tune  here .  The A side was called  ' How come there's no dog day'  391KB  'Don't jump off the roof Dad' lyrics 'Daddy came home from work tired  The boss had been driving him mad.  The kids started fighting, the dog bit him too  His dinner was nothing but warmed over stew.  I guess it was then he decided  Up to the rooftop he'll go  He was about to jump off when  The kids started howling below  'Oh Don't jump off the roof, Dad  You'll make a hole in the yard  Mother's just planted petunias  The weeding and seeding was hard  If you must end it all, Dad  Won't you please give us a break  Just take a walk to the park, Dad  And there you can jump in the lake.'  Words & Music by: Cy Coben 'The Sheikh of Araby'  488KB Tommy's signature tune  Words & Music by: Harry Smith, Francis Wheeler & Ted Snider, 1921 'Tom Tom the Piper's son'  411KB The pig in question was not a real pig,  but a sweetmeat sold by street hawkers in the 18th century. Written By: ? ' We'll meet again'  516KB Tommy's definitive version of Vera Lynn's classic WWII song.   Words & Music by: Ross Parker & Hughie Charles, 1939 All clips/audio on the Tommy Cooper songs page retain their original copyright as owned by their respective production companies. All audio/video files are for educational, research, criticism, or review foraudio/ video purchase purposes. This Site holds no liability from misuse of these files.


Which actress appeared in the film Calendar Girls and the remake of Brighton Rock?

Brighton Rock (2010) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error From $12.99 (SD) on Amazon Video Charts the headlong fall of Pinkie, a razor-wielding disadvantaged teenager with a religious death wish. Director: a list of 31 titles created 27 Nov 2011 a list of 46 titles created 01 Jan 2012 a list of 21 titles created 09 Mar 2013 a list of 31 titles created 05 Jul 2014 a list of 25 titles created 28 Oct 2014 Search for " Brighton Rock " on Amazon.com Connect with IMDb Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. 1 win & 8 nominations. See more awards  » Videos Edit Storyline An adaptation of Graham Greene's classic novel about a small-town hood who marries a waitress who witnessed him murdering a rival thug in order to keep her quiet. As his gang begins to doubt his abilities, the man becomes more desperate and violent. Written by Anonymous Rated R for violence, language and some sexual content | See all certifications  » Parents Guide: 4 February 2011 (UK) See more  » Also Known As: Did You Know? Trivia The climax was filmed at Beachy Head, a notorious suicide spot. Indeed, a woman tried to kill herself by driving her car off the cliff on the night of filming. See more » Goofs Most of the massed scooters look like they're being ridden by the people who own them in real life, rather than the smartly dressed Mods of that era. See more » Connections Gripping, drama, very well acted. 5 February 2011 | by artograffi (United Kingdom) – See all my reviews I am not good at long reviews but I didn't see the original or read the book. Therefore I am judging this as a movie in itself rather than comparing it to the original. I thought it was excellent, the drab interiors, the plain simplicity of Rose, so well acted and the sadness in her innocence, all made this quite emotional for me. Helen Mirren was a delight to the eye, so beautiful, wrinkles and all. No cosmetic surgery there. I think they did a good job of making Brighton 1960s and sensibly only showed one CGI shot of the West pier, rather than trying to re-create what it looked like. It held my attention throughout and I very nearly cried at the end. Sad its getting bad reviews. Perhaps it was too British for some people. 21 of 34 people found this review helpful.  Was this review helpful to you? Yes


What sport is the Bledisloe Cup awarded annually?

News Details | allblacks.com History of the Bledisloe Cup James Mortimer - allblacks.com     17 Jul 2009     Getty Images Almost eighty years ago, Charles Bathurst - the fourth Governor General of New Zealand and the 1st Viscount Bledisloe - awarded the Bledisloe Cup to be the symbol of clashes between the All Blacks and Wallabies. The popular and charismatic diplomat, who was also noted for purchasing the land where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed and presenting it to New Zealand as a memorial ground, would have never realised that the contest would evolve to become arguably the highest profile rugby nation to rugby nation clash in the world. In its early years, it was contested irregularly, with major events such as Second World War forcing a hiatus of the contest. It is regarded now as one of the hardest such crowns to win, notwithstanding the fact that the two sides are now legitimate superpowers on the world rugby stage. The holder of the Cup has a considerable advantage, being that the challenger needs to win a greater number of matches to take the famous trophy. The Wallabies, challengers this year, will need to beat the All Blacks three times this year to win. Only five times in history have the All Blacks lost three times to the same opponent; to the Springboks in 1976, 1970 and 1949, and the Wallabies in 1998 and 1929. In the trophies early years, it was completely dominated by the All Blacks. The Wallabies won the title for the first time in 1934, beating New Zealand 25-11 in their first victory against the All Blacks at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Fullback Alec Ross (the Ross of Gibraltar) would captain one of the great Wallaby teams, containing one of the greatest Australians of all time, Sir Edward “Weary” Dunlop. From here though, it would be a strong period in All Black history, where they would win nine consecutive matches against the Wallabies from 1936 to 1947. In 1949 a powerful Wallaby team, captained by Trevor Allan, would come and win the Bledisloe for just the second time.  Some purists regard this year as being difficult to quantify in regards to All Black results.  There was effectively two All Black teams at the time, one touring South Africa, and another playing Australia. The Bledisloe team, captained by John Burns Smith, would lose 0-2, but the famous Maori centre still was considered one of New Zealand’s best players over this time, winning the Tom French Cup that year (for outstanding Maori player). It would be the Australians first series success on New Zealand soil. For the next 27 years (from 1951-1978), the All Blacks would reign supreme in Trans Tasman clashes, embarking on the longest period of domination in Bledisloe history, winning the Cup 12 times. Over this time, the team would feature such All Black legends as Fred Allen, Bob Duff, Don Clarke, Wilson Whineray and the first Grand Slam winning Captain Graham Mourie. In 1979 and 1980 the Wallabies would win the Bledisloe Cup back to back, which to this day is only the second time the Australians have held the Cup for more than “one reign/year”. Many believe that this was the beginning of a Wallabies emergence as a genuine world power. The All Blacks between 1982 and 1985 would win four consecutive Bledisloe Cups, in another notable era of New Zealand dominance. Here, names such as Andy Dalton, Stu Wilson, Murray Mexted, Bernie Fraser and Gary Whetton would form the nucleus of a side that ruled the world stage, also inflicting a 4-0 series win against the Lions at this time. In 1986, only two years after recording their historic first Grand Slam, a Wallabies side with Andrew Slack captaining, would record their first win on New Zealand soil in 37 years. Nick Far-Jones and David Campese would be part of the historic side. However at the time, New Zealand rugby endured the Cavalier tours, and the Baby Blacks (so named while so many other players toured South Africa) would almost defeat the Wallabies in the first match and would square the series in the second test. However, Australia would win the third test 22-9 at Eden Park. This


According to the Acts of the Apostles what peak was the location for the ascension of Jesus?

Why Is the Ascension of Jesus Important for You Today? Updated October 19, 2016. Scripture Reference The ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven is recorded in Mark 16:19-20, Luke 24:36-53, Acts 1:6-12, and 1 Timothy 3:16. Ascension of Jesus - Story Summary In God's plan of salvation , Jesus Christ had been crucified for the sins of mankind, died, and rose from the dead. Following his resurrection , he appeared many times to his disciples. Forty days after his resurrection, Jesus called his 11 apostles together on the Mount of Olives, outside Jerusalem. Still not completely understanding that Christ's messianic mission had been spiritual and not political, the disciples asked Jesus if he was going to restore the kingdom to Israel. They were frustrated with Roman oppression and may have envisioned an overthrow of Rome. Jesus answered them: "It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." (Acts 1:7-8, NIV ) Then Jesus was taken up, and a cloud hid him from their sight. As the disciples were watching him ascend, two angels dressed in white robes stood beside them and asked why they were looking into the sky. The angels said: "This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven." (Acts 1:11, NIV) At that, the disciples walked back to Jerusalem to the upstairs room where they had been staying and held a prayer meeting. Points of Interest from the Ascension of Jesus Bible Story In the Bible, a cloud is often the expression of God's power and glory, as in the book of Exodus , when a pillar of cloud guided the Jews in the desert. Earlier, Jesus had told the disciples that after he ascended, the Holy Spirit would come down upon them with power. At Pentecost , they received the Holy Spirit like tongues of fire. Today, every born-again believer is indwelt by the Holy Spirit, who gives wisdom and power to live the Christian life . The command of Jesus to his followers was to be his witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and the ends of the earth. The gospel first spread to the Jews, then to the Jewish/mixed race Samaritans , then to the Gentiles. Christians have a responsibility to spread the good news about Jesus to all who have not heard. Jesus' mission on earth had been accomplished. He returned to heaven, where he had come from. He took on a human body and will forever remain both God and man in his glorified state. The angels warned that someday Jesus will return in his glorified body, the same way he left. But instead of idly watching for the Second Coming , we should be busy with the work Christ assigned us. The ascension of Jesus is one of the accepted doctrines of Christianity. The Apostles' Creed , Nicene Creed , and Athanasian Creed all confess that Christ ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father . Question for Reflection It is an awesome truth to realize that God himself, in the form of the Holy Spirit, lives inside me as a believer. Am I taking full advantage of this gift to learn more about Jesus and to live a God-pleasing life?


Which actor became M in the Bond film Skyfall?

Is ‘Skyfall’ the Best (And Gayest) James Bond Movie Yet? - The Daily Beast Sony Pictures Releasing / AP Photo ‘Skyfall’ Is ‘Skyfall’ the Best (and Gayest) James Bond Movie Yet? The latest James Bond film, Skyfall, opens Friday and features a deliciously evil gay villain, played by Javier Bardem, and an older, more grizzled 007. Is it the best—and most homoerotic—Bond film yet? Ramin Setoodeh and Marlow Stern debate. Marlow Stern 11.09.12 9:45 AM ET It’s been four years since the blond Bond graced screens in 2008’s discombobulated film, Quantum of Solace, but our favorite immaculately dressed secret agent is back globe-trotting, bedding various women, and kicking ass in Skyfall , opening this Friday. Directed by Sam Mendes (American Beauty), the 23rd installment in the James Bond franchise sees Daniel Craig’s 007 a bit older and grayer in the beard. While a new boss at MI6, Gareth Mallory (Ralph Fiennes), thinks our hero’s lost a step, his trusty “mum” M (Judi Dench) believes otherwise, and when the agency is attacked by a demented gay, deformed cyberstalker, Raoul Silva (Javier Bardem) , M sends her most trusted agent into action. So far, early reviews indicate that this could be the most critically hailed Bond film yet. But is it? Marlow Stern thinks it’s worthy of the praise, while Ramin Setoodeh has his doubts. Ramin: Let’s start with the bad news. Skyfall, the 23rd James Bond movie, isn’t as slick or as entertaining as this summer’s The Bourne Legacy , the spy franchise refresh starring Jeremy Renner that rips off Bond and does it better. Nor is it as good as 2006’s Casino Royale, the reboot that first handed the 007 reins to Daniel Craig and easily became the best contemporary Bond film. But at least Skyfall is a vast improvement from 2008’s horrendous Quantum of Solace. Sam Mendes is the director of the latest installment, and this is a good Bond film—at times, a very good film. But it’s never truly great. Marlow: Muted praise, mon frère. I don’t want to derail this conversation, but I will say that The Bourne Legacy pales in comparison to Skyfall, primarily because Renner lacks the requisite charisma—and machismo—to be a Hollywood leading man–action hero. After my first viewing of Skyfall, I too believed Casino Royale to be the superior Bond entry. It was more glamorous—shot in scenic locales like the Bahamas and Lake Como, Italy, as opposed to the drab settings of Istanbul and London, where the majority of Skyfall takes place; the opening parkour sequence is superior; and Eva Green was a helluva Bond girl in Casino. But upon further reflection, I think it’s not only the best modern Bond film, but deserves to rank alongside favorites like Dr. No and Goldfinger among the all-time greats. Whereas Bond was a glamorous cipher in previous entries, Mendes does a great job of exploring 007’s twisted psyche. He’s older, and the blond hair—and Speedo—has been replaced by gray stubble and a bit more philosophical superspy. The ‘M’ in M (Judi Dench, in a splendid performance), may as well stand for “mum,” because Mendes really cuts to the core of not only Bond’s lingering issues stemming from being an orphan, but the pair’s resulting complicated mother-son relationship. And can we talk about how great Javier Bardem is as the villain ? Ramin: Gosh, you’re wrong on so many different points, I don’t know where to go from here. First, stop bashing Renner. He’s a great actor. Second, Skyfall is nowhere near as awesome as Casino Royale, so you need to offer a retraction on that as well. This Bond opens (spoiler warning!) with the death of James Bond. That’s right—Bond is hit, mistakenly, by a gunshot from one of his colleagues that sends him plunging from the top of a train to the bottom of an ocean. He falls deep into oceanic silence, interrupted only by the sound of Adele (singing a mediocre Bond anthem), and you know what? We’ve seen this before! The drowning hero is a reoccurring motif in the Bourne movies. So Bond is now stealing from the spy vehicle that robbed him. Or maybe he’s just getting old. That’s certainly the centra


In 1960 who became President of the newly independent Cyprus?

Cyprus:   Maps, History, Geography, Government, Culture, Facts, Guide & Travel/Holidays/Cities Anastasiadis Becomes President in 2013 Geography The third-largest island in the Mediterranean   (one and one-half times the size of Delaware), Cyprus lies off the   southern coast of Turkey and the western shore of Syria. The highest peak   is Mount Olympus at 6,406 ft (1,953 m). Government Republic. Mediation efforts by the UN seek to   reunify the Greek and Turkish areas of the island under one federated   system of government. History Cyprus was the site of early Phoenician and   Greek colonies. For centuries its rule passed through many hands. It fell   to the Turks in 1571, and a large Turkish colony settled on the   island. In World War I, at the outbreak of hostilities   with Turkey, Britain annexed the island. It was declared a Crown colony in   1925. The Greek population, which regarded Greece as its mother country,   sought self-determination and union (enosis) with Greece. In 1955,   a guerrilla war against British rule was launched by the National   Organization of Cypriot Combatants (EOKA). In 1958, Greek Cypriot   nationalist leader Archbishop Makarios began calling for Cypriot   independence rather than union with Greece. During this period, Turkish   Cypriots began demanding that the island be partitioned between the Greek   and Turkish populations. Cyprus became an independent nation on Aug. 16,   1960, after Greek and Turkish Cypriots agreed on a constitution, which   excluded both the possibility of partition as well as of union with   Greece. Makarios became the country's first president. Fighting between Greek and Turkish Cypriots   flared up in the early 1960s, and a UN peacekeeping force was sent to the   island in 1965. On July 15, 1974, Archbishop Makarios was overthrown in a   military coup led by the Cypriot National Guard. On July 20, Turkey   invaded Cyprus, asserting its right to protect the Turkish Cypriot   minority. Turkey gained control of 30% of northern Cyprus and displaced   some 180,000 Greek Cypriots. A UN-sponsored cease-fire was established on   July 22, and Turkish troops were permitted to remain in the north. In Dec.   1974, Makarios again assumed the presidency. The following year, the   island was partitioned into Greek and Turkish territories separated by a   UN-occupied buffer zone. Turkish Cypriots proclaimed a separate state   under Rauf Denktash in the northern part of the island on Nov. 15, 1983,   naming it the “Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.” The UN   Security Council, in its Resolution 541 of Nov. 18, 1983, declared this   action illegal and called for withdrawal. No country except Turkey has   recognized this entity. In 1988, George Vassiliou, a conservative and   critic of UN proposals to reunify Cyprus, became president. The purchase   of missiles capable of reaching the Turkish coast evoked threats of   retaliation from Turkey in 1997, and Cyprus's plans to deploy more   missiles in Aug. 1999 again raised Turkey's ire.


Bordeaux is the capital of which French region?

Aquitaine regional information and tourist attractions. About-France.com Access     Aquitaine, capital city Bordeaux,   is one of the great historic regions of France; it is also one of the largest and most varied regions of France, stretching from the foothills of the Massif Central in the north, to the Spanish border in the south, a distance of over 300 km. In the Middle Ages, Aquitaine was allied with the Plantagenet kings of England, and the region has many historic connections with the British Isles, notably through the wine trade.     On account of its size, Aquitaine is a very varied region; the northwest part of Aquitaine, comprising the departments of the Dordogne (24) and the Lot et Garonne (47) is made up of gentle hill country, with large areas of vineyards in the lower lying areas, and woodland and mixed farming in the hillier north east. The Dordogne area (click for more details) is famous for its rurality, its gentle valleys and villages, which seem to outsiders to be lost in time, and have become very popular with second-home buyers from the UK and the Netherlands in particular. The area is also famous as one of the oldest centres of known human habitation in Europe, and many prehistoric sites can be found round the area of Lascaux (remarkable caves, a UNESCO world heritage site) and Les Eyzies. Within France, the Dordogne department is more famous for its gastronomic specialities, truffles, foie-gras, walnuts and other mouth-watering delicacies, and is often rerferred to as "le Pï¿½rigord", the area around the departmental capital of Pï¿½rigueux.         The middle band of the region, following the line of the Gironde estuary, is low-lying land, and one of the most famous wine-producing areas in France. Bordeaux, regional capital and capital of the Gironde (33) department, is amagnificent city lying at the lowest bridging point on the Garonne river. it is one of France's great seaports, and its historic wealth is reflected in the many fine buildings of the old city, such as the unique eighteenth-century theatre. North of Bordeaux, to the west of the Gironde estuary, lies the area of Mï¿½doc, the most prestigious of the region's wine-producing areas; other famous vineyard areas can be found all round Bordeaux, and notably along the valley of the Garonne and its tributaries. Sand dunes above the bay of Arcachon The area around the small historic city of St. Emilion is another famous vineyard area. Further inland, the area between Marmande and Agen supports a busy fruit and vegetable industry. On the coast, the resort of Arcachon is very popular, on account of its sheltered anchorage, favoured by yachtsmen, and the proximity of the Dune du Pilat, the highest sand dune in Europe.         The southern part of Aquitaine is made up of two distinct areas, the departments of les Landes (40) and the Pyrï¿½nï¿½es Atlantiques (64). Les Landes is the most heavily forested area of Europe; a low lying area with sandy soil, almost the whole department is covered with pine forests interspersed with small areas of heath and farmland. The forests are popular with nature lovers, ramblers and hunters, and support a major timber industry. Outside the few towns and seaside resorts, the department of les Landes, which until the nineteenth century was renowned as an inhospitable wasteland, is one of the least densely populated areas of France. It is also a department where almost a quarter of all dwellings are second homes. The coastline of les Landes is a long almost unbroken stretch of sandy beach, much of it virtually empty.  Les Landes is part of the historic area of Gascony .         The department of Pyrï¿½nï¿½es Atlantiques (64) is essentially composed of the former province of Bearn and the Basque country. It is a very attractive department, offering everything from  Atlantic surf on the beaches around St Jean de Luz and Biarritz, to good skiing on the slopes high up in the Pyrenees. The foothills of the Pyrenees are a delightful area, benefiting from a very mild climate, and sufficient rainfall to remain green and lusci


Ynys Mon is the Welsh name for which part of the Principality?

Wales | Greenwich Mean Time Wales (Cymru) UK Principality of Wales Wales (Welsh: Cymru) is a principality and one of the four constituent parts of the United Kingdom (others are England, Scotland & Northern Ireland).  Wales is located in the south-west of Great Britain, and is bordered by England to the east, the Bristol Channel to the south, St George's Channel in the west, and the Irish Sea to the north. Wales has not been politically independent since 1282, when it was conquered by King Edward I of England.  The capital of Wales since 1955 has been Cardiff , although Caernarfon is the location where the Prince of Wales is invested.  In 1999, the National Assembly for Wales was formed, which has limited domestic powers and cannot make law. The Welsh language (Cymraeg or y Gymraeg), is a member of the Brythonic branch of Celtic spoken natively in the western part of Britain known as Wales (Cymru), and in the Chubut Valley, a Welsh immigrant colony in the Patagonia region of Argentina. The 2001 census gives a figure of 20.5% of the population of Wales as Welsh speakers, out of a population of about 3 million.  Welsh as a first language is largely concentrated in the less urban north and west of Wales, principally Gwynedd, Denbighshire, Anglesey (Ynys Môn), Carmarthenshire, North Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion, and parts of western Glamorgan, although first-language and other fluent speakers can be found throughout Wales. Local councils and the Welsh Assembly use Welsh as an official language, issuing official literature and publicity in Welsh versions and all road signs in Wales should be in English and Welsh, including the Welsh versions of place names. Welsh Flag


The Boy in The Dress and Gangsta Granny are books written by which actor/writer?

Gangsta Granny (TV Movie 2013) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error A young bored boy and his grandma decide to join hands and steal the crown jewels, after discovering that she used to be a jewel thief. Director: David Walliams (based on the book by), Kevin Cecil (adapted by) | 1 more credit  » Stars: a list of 743 titles created 31 Oct 2011 a list of 21 titles created 10 Apr 2012 a list of 497 titles created 10 Apr 2015 a list of 21 titles created 11 Nov 2015 a list of 484 titles created 10 months ago Search for " Gangsta Granny " on Amazon.com Connect with IMDb Title: Gangsta Granny (TV Movie 2013) 5.8/10 Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Add Image Add an image Do you have any images for this title? Mr. Stink (TV Movie 2012) Comedy | Drama | Family Unhappy English schoolgirl meets and helps hobo with a past. Bullies and over-zealous politicians need to watch out . Director: Declan Lowney Dennis, a twelve-year-old boy, enjoys football and fashion. The film shows the reactions of his family and friends to his eclectic activities. Director: Matt Lipsey An improvised comedy based around a school nativity play. Director: Debbie Isitt The Borrowers (TV Movie 2011) Comedy | Family | Fantasy The Borrowers are four-inch high "little people" who live under the floorboards. Director: Tom Harper Edit Storyline Whilst his parents Linda and Mike spend every weekend ballroom dancing 11 year old Ben goes to stay with his granny, whom he initially finds boring. Then one day he finds a huge collection of jewels in a biscuit tin and discovers she was once a notorious burglar, the Black Cat, though she was never caught as she never tried to sell her spoils. Ben decides they should pull off the biggest heist of all, stealing the Crown Jewels from the Tower of London, using his intimate knowledge of plumbing to enter. Despite his parents' disastrous attempt to get him on the dance floor and the intrusive Neighbourhood Watch warden Parker the couple effect their daring plan. They do not succeed but are allowed to escape by a Royal personage, whom they happen to meet. Sadly Granny does not make it to Christmas but her legacy lives on - in the millions raised for charity by her jewels and the profound effect she has had on the Royal personage. Written by don @ minifie-1


Edward Heath was the second bachelor Prime Minister of the UK in the twentieth century. Who was the first?

BBC NEWS | UK | Politics | Churchill 'greatest PM of 20th Century' Tuesday, 4 January, 2000, 15:23 GMT Churchill 'greatest PM of 20th Century' Sir Winston Churchill: World War II leader topped the poll Wartime leader Sir Winston Churchill was the greatest prime minister of the 20th Century, according to a BBC survey. The Conservative, whose leadership and speeches inspired the UK through the Second World War, beat the last Liberal prime minister David Lloyd George into second place. The results in full 2. David Lloyd George (Lib) 3. Clement Attlee (Lab) 7. Marquess of Salisbury (Con) 8. Stanley Baldwin (Con) 9. Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman (Lib) 10. Harold Wilson (Lab) 13. Andrew Bonar Law (Con) 14. Ramsey MacDonald (Lab) 15. Sir Alec Douglas-Home (Con) 16. Arthur Balfour (Con) 19. Sir Anthony Eden (Con) Churchill's successor, Labour's Clement Attlee, was voted third greatest. Twenty prominent historians, politicians and commentators were asked by BBC Radio 4's The Westminster Hour to rank the 19 prime ministers from Lord Salisbury at the turn of the century through to John Major in the 1990s. Britain's current leader Tony Blair was not included because his spell in Downing Street is not complete. The programme announcing the results of the poll was being broadcast on Boxing Day on Radio 4. Andrew Rawnsley was asking five of the "voters" to have their say - political heavyweights Roy Jenkins, Barbara Castle and Kenneth Baker; and the historians Professor Ben Pimlott and Andrew Roberts. Winston Churchill led Britain during the Second World War after returning from the political wilderness. He lost the first election after the war but returned as a peacetime prime minister in the fifties. David Lloyd George took over as PM at the height of the First World War, replacing another contender, Herbert Henry Asquith. He was voted fourth in the list while free market champion and union law reformer Margaret Thatcher was fifth Her successor, John Major, whose premiership was blighted by Tory infighting over Europe, fared badly, rated 17th out of 19. Only Neville Chamberlain (18th) and Sir Anthony Eden (19th) did worse. Who do you think was the greatest? Send us your views using the form below. Here is what you have said so far. The best 20th Century Prime Minister is Clement Attlee for the foundation of the welfare state, still a model of welfare worth preserving. The previous Liberal model proved woefully inadequate as Beveridge found, and the free market left to it's own devices will provide neither security nor choice for the majority. This was evident to the Liberals almost a century ago. Margaret Thatcher is unquestionably the worst 20th Century Prime Minister. Not just for her appalling record in government - the massive wealth distribution from poor to rich, the battering of workplace rights, the attacks on health and welfare provision etc. - but more insidiously for her poisonous political legacy. Thatcher has so mesmerised Labour that they see no alternative to actively supporting such disasterous Thatcherite measures as the privatisation of the health service through Public Private Partnerships, the impoverishment of pensioners and the preservation of massive and increasing inequality! The result being that we will continue to pay a heavy price for Thatcher for many years to come. Keith MacAskill, UK Two of the rankings excite particular surprise: the high placing of Herbert Asquith and the relatively low placing of Margaret Thatcher. Mr Asquith's overall record should not, I think, justify him being placed in the top ten, let alone the top five. Many of the 'reforms' which occured during his Administration were the work of men other than him. If Mr Asquith is ranked too highly, then, Mrs Thatcher is, surely, ranked too low. Whatever one's personal views about Mrs Thatcher, her impact - both politically and otherwise - on the life of the nation was, and continues to be, profound, much more so than any of the other Prime Ministers of the century, including Mr Churchill during his 1955-55 occupation of the Premie


Comic and presenter Adam Hills comes from which country?

Adam Hills ... comedian, writer, broadcaster and presenter. | Saxton Speakers Bureau Videos Speaker Profile Adam Hills is best known to most Australians as the three time Gold Logie nominated host of ABC TV's Spicks and Specks. Since its premiere in 2005 Spicks and Specks has defined Wednesday nights for more than 1.2 million Australians, taking a humble music quiz show to the top of the ABC's ratings. In 2008 Adam and co-hosts Alan Brough and Myf Warhurst toured Australia with the Spicks and Spektacular, selling more than 150,000 seats over three months and appearing on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. That same year, Adam notched up another career highlight as he hosted the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Beijing Paralympic Games in a broadcast screened throughout Australia, South Africa and Hong Kong. Four years later he joined the UK Channel 4 TV commentary team for the London 2012 Summer Paralympics and hosted a daily alternative review of each day's events, The Last Leg, renewed for four seasons with the latest beginning January 2014. Around the world, Adam has achieved widespread acclaim as one of his generation's most popular stand-up comics. His combination of positive uplifting comedy and rampant spontaneity have seen him receive a swag of awards, glowing reviews and a legion of fans around the planet. His solo shows are established highlights at the Adelaide Fringe, the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and the Edinburgh Fringe, where he regularly sells over 10,000 tickets in the month. He is the only Australian comedian to have performed at the US Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen, and is a regular star of the Cat Laughs Kilkenny Comedy Festival in Ireland, and The Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, where he has performed more times than any other Australian. Adam's 2001, 2002 and 2003 shows were all nominated for the prestigious Perrier Award at the Edinburgh Festival. His 2002 show 'Happy Feet' took out the inaugural Best Of The Fest Award in Edinburgh, and his follow up 'Cut Loose' won the Radio Forth Award for Best Comedy. Adam has also won a Chortle Award for Best Compere in the UK, and his 2007 show 'Joymonger' won a Helpmann Award for Best Comedy Performance in Australia. Adam has contributed articles to Subaru Magazine, Inside Cricket, and was a regular contributor to the BBC's Ouch! website. He has also acted on stage in 'Die On Your Feet' at the 2005 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and played the title role in 'Breaker Morant' at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2007.’ In amongst this he's released three best selling stand-up DVDs (Live in the Suburbs, Inflatable and Happyism), had his own one hour stand-up special on ABC TV and performed to the Queen alongside Whoopi Goldberg, Lady GaGa and Bette Midler. Other TV appearances include Thank God You're Here and Good News Week, and from 2011 to 2013 Adam was the host of his own weekly talk show Adam Hills Tonight, for which he received the Gold Logie for Most Popular Presenter in 2012. In 2014 he continues his role as host of the celebrity specials of Channel 4's quiz show Fifteen to One. Client Comments for Adam Hills If you cannot enjoy Adam Hills you cannot have a pulse. Five stars. The Scotsman


Kidney beans, runner beans and garden peas fall into which vegetable group?

Pulses: lentils, peas and beans - Live Well - NHS Choices kidney beans, butter beans (Lima beans), haricots, cannellini beans, flageolet beans, pinto beans and borlotti beans Why eat pulses? Pulses are a great source of protein. This means they can be particularly important for people who do not get protein by eating meat, fish or dairy products. However, pulses can also be a healthy choice for meat-eaters. You can add pulses to soups, casseroles and meat sauces to add extra texture and flavour. This means you can use less meat, which makes the dish lower in fat and cheaper. Pulses are a good source of iron . Pulses are also a starchy food and add fibre to your meal. Eating a diet high in fibre is associated with a reduced risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes . Pulses are often bought in tins. If you buy tinned pulses, check the label and try to choose ones that have no added salt or sugar . Pulses and 5 A DAY It's recommended we get at least five daily portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables , and pulses count towards your 5 A Day. One portion is 80g, which is equivalent to around three heaped tablespoons of cooked pulses. However, if you eat more than three heaped tablespoons of beans and pulses in a day, this still only counts as one portion of your 5 A DAY. This is because while pulses contain fibre, they don't give the same mixture of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients as fruit and vegetables. This excludes green beans, such as broad beans and runner beans, which are counted as a vegetable and not a bean or pulse for 5 A DAY. Learn more about 5 A DAY . Don't let flatulence put you off pulses Baked beans are renowned for their effect on the bowels. This is because beans contain undigestible carbohydrates. Soaking and rinsing dry beans before cooking, as well as rinsing canned beans in water, can help to reduce these hard to digest carbohydrates. You shouldn't let a bit of wind put you off eating pulses. People react differently to certain foods and may find that symptoms subside, especially if you increase your intake gradually. Cooking and storing pulses safely Typically, pulses are bought either tinned or dried. Tinned pulses have already been soaked and cooked, so you only need to heat them up or add them straight to salads if you're using them cold. Dried pulses need to be soaked and cooked before they can be eaten. Dried kidney beans and soya beans contain toxins, so it is important to ensure they have been cooked properly before you eat them. Cooking times vary depending on the type of pulse and how old they are, so follow the instructions on the packet or a recipe. Cooking kidney beans safely Kidney beans contain a natural toxin called lectin. This can cause stomach aches and vomiting. The toxin is destroyed by proper cooking. Tinned kidney beans have already been cooked, so you can use them straight away. When using dried kidney beans, follow these three steps to destroy the toxins: soak the dried beans in water for at least 12 hours drain and rinse the beans, then cover them with fresh water boil them vigorously for at least 10 minutes, then simmer the beans for around 45-60 minutes to make them tender Cooking soya beans safely Soya beans contain a natural toxin called a trypsin inhibitor. This can stop you digesting food properly. The toxin is destroyed by proper cooking. Tinned soya beans have already been cooked, so you can use them straight away. When using dried soya beans, follow these three steps to destroy the toxins: soak the dried beans in water for at least 12 hours drain and rinse the beans, then cover them with fresh water boil them vigorously for one hour, then simmer the beans for about two to three hours to make them tender Storing cooked pulses If you cook pulses and you aren't going to eat them immediately, cool them as quickly as possible and then put them in the fridge or freeze them. As with all cooked foods, don't leave cooked pulses at room temperature for more than an hour or two because this allows bacteria to multiply. If you keep cooked pulses in the fridge, eat them


Which pensioner is played by Caroline Aherne?

Caroline Aherne, comedian, actress and creator of The Royle Family, dies after 'brave' battle with cancer News Caroline Aherne, comedian, actress and creator of The Royle Family, dies after 'brave' battle with cancer Caroline Aherne (c) with fellow Royle Family stars Liz Smith (l) and Sue Johnston (r) in 2001 Credit: Brian Smith  2 July 2016 • 6:16pm Star dies aged 52, after suffering from retinal, bladder, lung and throat cancer Best known as the creator of Mrs Merton, and as the writer and star of The Royle Family Read the Telegraph's full obituary Caroline Aherne, who created, wrote and starred in the Royle Family, has died of cancer at the age of 52, prompting a flood of moving tributes yesterday  to her ‘comic genius’. Aherne had spent much of her life battling cancer and other demons, including depression and alcoholism. But she was responsible for some of the funniest and most endearing characters created on television included the mock chat show host Mrs Merton. Aherne had said her humour had helped her in coping with her long and frequent fights with cancer. Sue Johnston, who played Aherne’s on-screen mother in The Royle Family, said simply: “I am devastated at her passing and I am numb with grief”. Terribly sad to hear the news that Caroline Aherne has died of cancer. Thanks for nearly 30 years of laughs Caroline pic.twitter.com/tBPNbd84Gp — Cancer Research UK (@CR_UK) 2 July 2016 Ralf Little, who played her brother Antony on the sitcom, added: “Thing is, amidst all sadness Caroline would now say something grounded, incisive, and hilarious. I can’t think of anything, but she would.” Aherne, who had fought long battles with cancer, depression and alcoholism, first rose to prominence through the brilliant comic creation Mrs Merton, in which she appeared in make-up as a blue-rinse grandmother hosting a mock chat show.  Caroline Aherne moved television comedy on to a new place. Her extraordinary work will be cherished by future generations. — Matt Lucas (@RealMattLucas) 2 July 2016 It was on The Mrs Merton Show that she asked with straight face of Debbie McGee, the much younger wife of the magician Paul Daniels: “So, what first attracted you to the millionaire Paul Daniels?”  The line is one of the funniest - and best remembered - in television history and has been canibalised and reused countless times since.  McGee tweeted in tribute: “Just heard the very sad news about Caroline Aherne she was wonderful especially as Mrs Merton. My interview will be a treasured memory.” Just heard the very sad news about Caroline Ahearne she was wonderful especially as Mrs Merton. My interview will be a treasured memory RIP — Debbie McGee (@thedebbiemcgee) 2 July 2016 Aherne's death was announced yesterday afternoon by her publicist Neil Reading, who said in a statement: “Caroline Aherne has sadly passed away, after a brave battle with cancer". The BAFTA award-winning writer and comedy actor died at her home in Timperley, Greater Manchester.  She was 52. The family ask for privacy at this very sad time.” Before the Mrs Merton Show, Aherne had written and performed on the BBC’s hit comedy sketch show The Fast Show alongside Paul Whitehouse and Charlie Higson, which ran from 1994 to 1997. Another of her co-stars John Thomson tweeted yesterday: “I’ve lost a very good friend, we went back years. An irreplaceable comic genius. A joy to be and work with. The Renee to my Roy. RIP Caroline.” Thomson played Roy, a hen-pecked husband, to Aherne’s domineering wife Renee in the show. Caroline Aherne, Ricky Tomlinson, Craig Cash, Ralf Little and Sue Johnston in The Royle Family Credit: ITV-REX-Shutterstock But Aherne will be best remembered and loved for The Royle Family, which she created with Craig Cash, and which took as its subject a working class family in Manchester. Almost the entire action was spent in the living room watching the characters watching television. The unlikely subject matter was a huge critical and commercial success. Running for three series on the BBC from 1998 to 2000, as well as later Christmas specials, it revolved


Which actor provides the voice for Gru in the film Despicable Me?

“Despicable Me 2” Second Highest Grossing Film of 2013 | Voices.com Blog “Despicable Me 2” Second Highest Grossing Film of 2013 “Despicable Me 2” Second Highest Grossing Film of 2013 By Tweet on Twitter The 3D animated film Despicable Me 2  lands the number two spot as the highest grossing film of 2013 – and it’s not done yet. Still playing in some theatres, the animated comedy first premiered in Australia on June 5th and was theatrically released in the US on July 3rd. So far the film has earned over $800 million at the box office worldwide behind Iron Man 3. Despicable Me 2 is currently the fourth-highest grossing animated film of all-time behind Shrek 2,  Toy Story 3 , and Finding Nemo. Already in 51 markets worldwide, it is still awaiting release in Italy, Japan and South Korea which will help the film rake in more dough. The film catches up with the former supervillain, Gru, as he is adjusting to family life and trying to make an honest living in the jam business.  But when a secret laboratory near the Arctic Circle is stolen “The Anti-Villain League” (AVL) recruits Gru for his insider’s perspective. After some convincing Gru agrees to help AVL agent, Lucy Wilde, and they conclude that the perpetrator must be presumed dead supervillain, El Macho. Blinded by his attraction to Lucy and his over protectiveness of his children, Gru nearly gets on the wrong track as his minions are quietly kidnapped. The film sees Steve Carell, Russell Brand, and Miranda Cosgrove reprise their roles. Kristen Wiig, who played Miss Hattie in the first film, voices agent Lucy Wilde. Ken Jeong, who played the Talk Show Host, voices Floyd Eagle-san. Benjamin Bratt joins the cast as Eduardo (El Macho) and Steve Coogan plays head of the Anti-Villain League, Silas Ramsbottom. Pierre Coffin plays Kevin the Minion, Bob the Minion, Stuart the Minion, Additional Minions, and Evil Minions. Coffin told Trailer Addict that he lent his voice to 899 Minions. The full voiceover cast includes: Steve Carell as Felonious Gru, former villain turned father. Kristen Wiig as Lucy Wilde, an Anti-Villain League agent and Gru’s love interest. Benjamin Bratt as Eduardo Perez/El Macho, the owner of Salsa & Salsa, a Mexican restaurant in the Paradise Mall. Side note, Al Pacino was originally cast in the role, but left the film due to creative differences. Miranda Cosgrove as Margo, the oldest of Gru’s three girls. Elsie Fisher as Agnes, the youngest child of the three girls. Dana Gaier as Edith, the middle of the three girl. Russell Brand as Dr. Nefario, Gru’s elderly, hearing impaired gadget man. Ken Jeong as Floyd Eagle-san, an owner of a wig store. Steve Coogan as Silas Ramsbottom, the head of the Anti-Villain League. Moisés Arias as Antonio Perez, Margo’s love interest and Eduardo’s son. Nasim Pedrad as Jillian, Gru’s irritating matchmaking neighbor. Kristen Schaal as Shannon, Jillian’s superficial friend. Pierre Coffin as numerous Minions Chris Renaud as Additional Minions, Evil Minions, and Italian waiter Vanessa Bayer as Flight Attendant A spin-off film is set to be released on December 19, 2014 and will feature the Minions before they met Gru.


Where would you fine The Happy Valley Racecourse?

Happy Valley Racecourse - Hong Kong Horse Racing   Happy  Valley Racecourse 跑馬地馬場   , 2 Sports  Road, Happy Valley, Hong Kong Island (852) 2895 1523 or (852) 2966  8111 Races usually held from September - July on Wednesday Evenings.  (sometimes on weekends) First race normally  starts at 7:30pm. Admission: HK$10 Sorry, no one under 18 permitted in the  racecourse. The International Jockey  Championship is a contest held yearly at the Happy Valley  Racecourse. The challenge showcases top riders from around the world  competing for the title as International Riding Champion. Happy Valley offers visitors lots of things to see and do besides horse racing. Of  course, the beautiful horses, colorful racing silks and our high quality  racing are all main attractions. Entry to the racecourse is via Wong Nai Chung Road. Take the Happy  Valley tram, which runs east-west along Hong Kong Island, to the end of  the line and walk across the road to the track. Alternatively, catch the public railway system (the MTR) to Causeway  Bay and follow the signs to the racecourse. Taxis from Central cost  about $HK40.


In the song 'The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down' what was the name of the soldier the song was about?

The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down - The Band | Song Info | AllMusic The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down google+ Song Review by Jason Ankeny Perhaps no other artist of the rock era chronicled the American experience with the grace, insight, and beauty of the Band -- no small irony, given the Canadian origins of four of their five members. Maybe that's the key, however; it's tough to imagine an American-born songwriter crafting so vivid and balanced a portrait of the post-Civil War South as Robbie Robertson's "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down"; even well over a century after the fact, the scars of the conflict still run too deeply on both sides of the Mason-Dixon line, requiring an objective outsider's view to make any real sense of it all. That the song not only evokes the spirit of its troubled times but also inspires sympathy for its rebel protagonist is no small tribute to Robertson's gifts as a songwriter, painting a chilling, deeply moving portrait of an American tragedy which captures all the authenticity of a traditional folk ballad. Where so many of Robertson's narratives approach their subjects from oblique, abstract angles, "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down" is simple and straightforward; Levon Helm, whose militaristic marching beat drives the song forward, also assumes lead vocal duties to relate the story of Virgil Kane, a former Confederate soldier who served on the Danville supply train and later fought in the army's ill-fated defense of the Southern capital of Richmond, a battle which lingered from June 1864 until April 1865. Following the South's defeat, Kane -- the name's almost too perfect, suggesting not only the harvest crop of the region but also the Biblical figure pitted against his sibling, Abel, much as the Civil War pitted brother against brother -- returns to his Tennessee farm, living out the remainder of his days as a civilian but still haunted by the Confederacy's defeat, by the battlefield death of his brother, and by a way of life forever shattered. Given the explosive Vietnam-era political climate which birthed "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down," it's tempting to read the song as a reaction to contemporary events, but it seems first and foremost a character study of one of the many soldiers who risked their lives in the name of fighting for what they believed in, no matter how right or how wrong, and of the devastating repercussions of such conflicts, regardless of which side wins. A highlight of the Band's self-titled 1969 masterpiece, "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down" was not originally a pop hit, although it remains a staple of AOR play lists; in mid-1971, Joan Baez did score a Top Three pop smash with her recording of the song, however, albeit making several small but important lyrical changes in the process. Appears On


Who wrote the fairy tale The Princess and the Pea?

The Princess and the Pea - Hans Christian Andersen - Fairy Tales Hans Christian Andersen - Fairy Tales The Princess and the Pea Hans Christian Andersen (1835) Once upon a time there was a prince who wanted to marry a princess; but she would have to be a real princess. He travelled all over the world to find one, but nowhere could he get what he wanted. There were princesses enough, but it was difficult to find out whether they were real ones. There was always something about them that was not as it should be. So he came home again and was sad, for he would have liked very much to have a real princess. One evening a terrible storm came on; there was thunder and lightning, and the rain poured down in torrents. Suddenly a knocking was heard at the city gate, and the old king went to open it. It was a princess standing out there in front of the gate. But, good gracious! what a sight the rain and the wind had made her look. The water ran down from her hair and clothes; it ran down into the toes of her shoes and out again at the heels. And yet she said that she was a real princess. “Well, we’ll soon find that out,” thought the old queen. But she said nothing, went into the bed-room, took all the bedding off the bedstead, and laid a pea on the bottom; then she took twenty mattresses and laid them on the pea, and then twenty eider-down beds on top of the mattresses. On this the princess had to lie all night. In the morning she was asked how she had slept. “Oh, very badly!” said she. “I have scarcely closed my eyes all night. Heaven only knows what was in the bed, but I was lying on something hard, so that I am black and blue all over my body. It’s horrible!” Now they knew that she was a real princess because she had felt the pea right through the twenty mattresses and the twenty eider-down beds. Nobody but a real princess could be as sensitive as that. So the prince took her for his wife, for now he knew that he had a real princess; and the pea was put in the museum, where it may still be seen, if no one has stolen it. There, that is a true story.


Which country contains the greatest number of cable stay bridges?

HighestBridges.com 10 Additional Bridge Information Introduction Welcome to the only web site ever dedicated to the Highest Bridges of the World. Here you will find in-depth coverage on 500 of the highest bridges ever constructed. The minimum height level for inclusion within the main body of this web site is 328 feet (100 meters) as measured from the deck level to the water or ground below it. There is an additional list of more than 100 bridges between 295 feet (90 meters) and 328 feet (100 meters) high. In late 2010, additional categories will debut with over 800 of the highest bridges in North America as well as the 50 tallest bridges of the world. Throughout the history of bridges, the discussion of size has almost always focused on length - usually of the main span. This is natural given that the design and construction of a long span is usually the greatest challenge to an engineer who is attempting to cross over a deep body of water with a limited number of supports and the least amount of material. Of less interest to bridge engineers but just as effective aesthetically is the height of a bridge. A vast, vertical void below the structure seems to make the mass of the bridge more gravity defying, more surreal, more magical. The Royal Gorge Bridge in the U.S. state of Colorado - The record holder from 1929 - 2001 Up until the new millennium, there were few bridges on earth that even came close to challenging the height record of the Royal Gorge suspension bridge in the U.S. state of Colorado. Built in 1929, the wood planked suspension span nearly became the dictionary definition of how spectacular a high bridge could be. That all changed in 2001 when an astounding succession of 10 higher bridges began opening in the decade that followed. Most of this activity occurred in China, a country that as recently as 1994 had just one bridge over 400 feet (122 meters). The Chinese have embarked on what can only be called an explosion of bridge construction. Their goal is nothing less than the complete connection of every major and minor city in the country with a full web of high speed expressways and rail lines. Even more incredible is the desire to have much of it done in just 20 years - half the time it would have taken in any other industrialized nation. This breathtaking pace has resulted in an average of 10,000 new bridge openings per year. This is no small task when you consider that the entire western half of China is mountainous. China is already home to half of the world's 100 highest bridges! Liuguanghe Bridge, Guizhou, China - The world's highest from 2001 - 2003 The highest of China’s many high bridges are located primarily in the 4 western Provinces of Guizhou, Hubei, Yunnan and Chongqing. This region contains an astounding 10 of the world’s 12 highest bridges. All ten of these exceed 1,115 feet (340 meters) in height while six have held the world record for highest road or rail bridge including the latest Guinness book champ, the stunning 1,854 foot high (565 meters) Beipanjiang Duge Bridge. More than 50 others in the region exceed 500 feet (152 meters) in height. The big cities of Yichang, Chongqing and Guiyang are ground zero for those looking to travel to these bridges. After China, the country with the greatest number of high bridges is Italy. For a region that is only the size of the U.S. state of California, it is simply amazing how many towering viaducts or viadottos are spread out among Italy’s expansive array of Autostrada. Built mostly in the 1970s and 80s, this web of bridge-filled motorways includes the A3, A10, A12, A15, and A26. The most recent addition to this family is the breathtaking A20 motorway that opened in 2004 on the island of Sicily between Palermo and Messina. Perched hundreds of feet above the Mediterranean coast, this 4-lane marvel crosses dozens of colossal beam bridges that are nearly always wedged between two large tunnels. Italy is also home to 6 of the 10 highest bridge piers in Europe. Beipanjiang Guanxing Bridge, Guizhou, China - The world's highest


During the 2012 Olympics where did the white water event take place?

London Olympic venues Sports - Athletics, opening and closing ceremonies. VeloPark Sports - Cycling Track, Cycling BMX London Olympic Venues Earls Court is in West London Sport:       Volleyball About Earls Court - From exhibitions and conferences to live music, Earls Court holds hundreds of events each year attended by visitors from around the world. ExCeL London - is situated near London City Airport in east London's Royal Victoria Dock. Sport: Boxing, Fencing, Judo, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Boccia, Paralympic Table Tennis, Paralympic Judo, Paralympic Powerlifting, Volleyball (Sitting), Wheelchair Fencing Greenwich Park on the south bank of the River Thames in south east London. Sport: Equestrian events - Jumping, Dressage and Eventing, Paralympic Equestrian, Modern Pentathlon About Greenwich Park - Includes the Old Royal Naval College and National Maritime Museum, which, together with Greenwich Park, are part of a World Heritage Site. It is London's oldest Royal Park, dating back to 1433. It has been a World Heritage Site since 1997. Within the park is The Royal Observatory and the home of Greenwich Mean Time at Longitude 0°. Horse Guards Parade in Whitehall, the political centre of the UK. Sport: Beach Volleyball About Horse Guards Parade - Dates from 1745 and takes its name from the soldiers who have provided protection for the monarch since the restoration of the monarchy in 1660. The parade ground lies at the heart of London's ceremonial life, and hosts the Trooping of the Colour event that takes place on the Queen's official birthday each year. Hyde Park in London's West End Sport: Triathlon, 10k Open Water Swim About Hyde Park - The largest of London's Royal Parks, Hyde Park has been open to the public since 1637. The park is home to a number of grassroots sports clubs, including the Serpentine Swimming Club, whose members swim in the Serpentine Lake whatever the weather - even on Christmas Day. Lord’s Cricket Ground Millennium Dome: The O2 in Greenwich - on the point of the Greenwich peninsula Arena 1- Sport: Artistic Gymnastics, Trampoline, Basketball, Wheelchair Basketball Arena 2 Sport: Badminton, Rhythmic Gymnastics Regents Park Sport: Road cycling About Regents Park - One of London's famous Royal Parks, the Regent's Park has been open to the public since 1845. As well as being home to London Zoo and the Open Air Theatre, the park is a much-loved sports venue for thousands of Londoners. The Royal Artillery Barracks on Woolwich Common in south east London Sport: Shooting, Paralympic Shooting, Paralympic Archery About the Royal Artillery Barracks - The London port of Woolwich has a long military history and the construction of the current Royal Artillery Barracks buildings began in 1776. Wembley Stadium in north west London, around six miles from the city centre. Sport: Football About Wembley - The new stadium's arch soars over 130m into the sky, more than four times the height of the towers of the old Wembley Stadium. Wimbledon in south west London Sport: Tennis About Wimbledon - Home of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club and the setting for the famous Wimbledon tennis tournament since 1877. It is the only remaining major grass-court Tennis venue in the world. Out of London Olympic Games venues The Broxbourne White Water Canoe Centre in Hertfordshire Sport: Canoe Slalom Location - 30km north of the Olympic Park, on the edge of the 1,000-acre River Lee Country Park which is part of the 26-mile long, 10,000 acre Lee Valley Regional Park in Hertfordshire. Eton Dorney near Windsor Sport: Rowing, Paralympic Rowing, Canoe Sprint About Eton Dorney - The venue is a 2,200m, eight lane rowing course with a separate return lane constructed to international standards. It is set in a 400-acre park with a nature conservation area. Hadleigh Farmis to the east of London, in Essex. Sport: Mountain Bike Hampden Park in Glasgow is Scotland's national stadium. Sport: Football The Millennium Stadium in Cardiff is Wales' national stadium. Sport: Football Old Trafford in Manchester is


Which is the most famous collection of games produced by Rovio Entertainment Limits?

Rovio Entertainment flies into homes with launch of The Angry Birds Movie licensing and merchandising program | Business Wire · Hasbro will release The Angry Birds Movie-branded version of iconic    board game Chutes and Ladders · Commonwealth will create new plush based on the movie’s characters · World Tech Toys will build colorful drones based on the film’s main    characters · SCS Direct will release seasonal outdoor play products ELECTRONICS · Kid Designs will be releasing electronic accessories like headphones,    speakers and phone cases SPORTING GOODS · Brunswick will create a branded scoring system for bowling alleys    based on the look of the Angry Birds game PARTY GOODS · Rubie’s is making costumes for kids and adults STATIONERY · Inkology will release pencils, plush pens , notebooks, binders and more PERSONAL HEALTHCARE · Dr. Fresh is creating branded toothbrushes and mouthwash GIFTS & NOVELTIES · SunStaches will build sunglasses featuring the famous Angry Birds    eyebrows · Bulls I toy will release dog tags and trading cards featuring    all of the movie’s characters DOMSTICS · Jay Franco will be making comforters, blankets, sheets and pillow    buddies ARTS & CRAFTS · Painting Lulu will create paper-to-digital coloring packs for kids HOUSEWARES & FURNITURE · Kurt S. Adler is making holiday ornaments and stockings featuring the    movie’s main characters · Thermos is creating branded lunch bags and    beverage containers · York Wallcoverings will be releasing wall stickers CONFECTIONERY · Radz will be making candy dispensers · Primary Colors will be baking up colorful cookies and gummies · Decopac will be creating branded cake decorations · Yowie will be creating character-molded chocolates with Angry Birds    Movie character toys inside ACCESSORIES · Accessory Innovations will release backpacks and lunchboxes · World Trade Jewelers will craft jewelry · The Moret Group will make branded socks APPAREL · Hybrid and Freeze will create T-shirts and hooded sweatshirts · Handcraft will make children’s underwear · Komar Kids will release pajamas and robes PUBLISHING · Harper Collins, National Geographic and Centum will print books in    various formats. · Sellers Publishing will make calendars About The Angry Birds Movie In the 3D animated comedy, The Angry Birds Movie, we'll finally find out    why the birds are so angry. The movie takes us to an island populated    entirely by happy, flightless birds – or almost entirely. In this    paradise, Red (Jason Sudeikis, We're the Millers, Horrible Bosses), a    bird with a temper problem, speedy Chuck (Josh Gad in his first animated    role since Frozen), and the volatile Bomb (Danny McBride, This Is the    End, Eastbound & Down) have always been outsiders. But when the island    is visited by mysterious green piggies, it’s up to these unlikely    outcasts to figure out what the pigs are up to. Featuring a hilarious,    all-star voice cast that includes Bill Hader (Trainwreck, Inside Out),    Maya Rudolph ( Bridesmaids, Sisters ), and Peter Dinklage (Game of    Thrones), as well as Kate McKinnon (Saturday Night Live, Ghostbusters),    Keegan-Michael Key (Key & Peele), Tony Hale (Veep, Arrested    Development), Tituss Burgess (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt), Ike Barinholtz    (Neighbors, Sisters), Hannibal Buress (Daddy’s Home, Broad Cit ),    Jillian Bell (22 Jump Stree ), Danielle Brooks (Orange Is the New    Black), Latin music sensation Romeo Santos, YouTube stars Smosh (Ian    Hecox and Anthony Padilla), and country music superstar Blake Shelton,    who writes and performs the original song “Friends,” the Columbia    Pictures/Rovio Entertainment film is directed by Fergal Reilly and Clay    Kaytis and produced by John Cohen and Catherine Winder. The screenplay    is by Jon Vitti, and the film is executive produced by Mikael Hed and    David Maisel. About Rovio Entertainment Rovio Entertainment Ltd. is a global entertainment media company.


In what year were British Coal Mines nationalised?

The Decline of the UK Coal Industry | Economics Help Home > Economics help blog > Uncategorized > The Decline of the UK Coal Industry The Decline of the UK Coal Industry Tejvan Pettinger Uncategorized In the 1930s, George Orwell volunteered to spend time down a coal mine to find what life was like for coal miners. For the six foot, middle class, old Etonian, the experience of going down a mine was a real shock. The experience left him sore and full of admiration for those who worked down the mine. But, as Orwell remarked, coal was essential to the British way of life. ” Our civilization, pace Chesterton, is founded on coal, more completely than one realizes until one stops to think about it. The machines that keep us alive, and the machines that make machines, are all directly or indirectly dependent upon coal. In the metabolism of the Western world the coal-miner is second in importance only to the man who ploughs the soil. He is a sort of caryatid upon whose shoulders nearly everything that is not grimy is supported. “ – George Orwell, Down the Mine UK coal miners in Wales. Photo UK National Archives – no known copyright. At its peak, the British coal industry employed over a million men, and was one of the most important industries in the UK. Transport, power and related industries were all heavily reliant on coal. Even in the mid 1960s, British Rail was still running on coal power (steam). In the 1970s, a strike by coal miners, left Britain on the infamous three day week. Coal was Britain’s life blood, and without it, the economy could come to a standstill. The decline of the British coal industry started after the First World War. But was accelerated after the Second World War, and in particular, after the miners strike of 1984. Between 1923 and 1945, employment in the industry fell from 1.2 to 0.8 million, and the British share of the world coal market dropped from 59% to 37%. In part, this can be explained by increased competition, not only from other countries producing coal but also from cheaper substitute fuels. Before 1914 demand for coal was rising at an annual rate of 4%; after the war British exports of coal plummeted and domestic demand remained stagnant. Coal in decline Employment in UK Coal Industry Source: Coal Industry Employment in 2010 – 6,000 Little more than 60 years after the end of the Second World War, Britain’s last coal mine producer (UK coal) is fighting for survival. Despite producing around 44% of British power needs (from just 39 mines employing 6,000 people – UK Coal ) , even the UK coal industry knows it is an industry in decline. As the chairman of UK coal stated: “I recognise fully that coal, as it is currently used to produce power, has a finite lifetime, because we have to decarbonise the energy supply chain,” he says. “This industry is towards the end of its life. Let’s give it a managed landing, rather than a catastrophic insolvency.” ( UK coal makes final bid for survival at Telegraph) Reasons for the Decline in the UK Coal industry Over time, the UK coal industry has become uncompetitive on a global scale. With higher wages and unit costs of production, coal is cheaper to import from abroad. For example, UK power stations import considerable amounts of coal from Argentina. New Sources of Energy. From the 1960s, the UK discovered cheaper sources of energy, such as north sea gas and oil. Also the nuclear power industry provided a new source of energy. With new energy sources, we became less dependent on coal. Decline in demand for coal. Even as late as the 1960s, British railways were run coal power. But, steam power soon vanished in place of diesel and electric. Households used to burn coal for central heating. But, after the Clean Air Act of the 1950s, this rapidly declined as people switched to more modern forms of central heating. Political Issues. The coal industry had the most powerful unions in the country. Unions were highly organised, often by leaders with strong political (left wing) allegiances. Miners strikes, such as 1924, early 1970s and 1984 Miners strike had the ca