"What ""moon"" traditionally follows a wedding?"

The History of Wedding Traditions : Bride & Groom : BrideandGroom.com Don't see your city listed? Vendors: sign up for a free listing in ANY city . Brides, check back, new vendors added daily! The History of Wedding Traditions Virtually every part of a wedding, from the engagement to the  honeymoon, has rich history. Cultural roots, ancestry, and religious beliefs  have shaped marriages for thousands of years. The following descriptions will  provide you with a brief history of various wedding elements. The First Marriage Rites From the time of Adam  and Eve, the relationship between a man and a woman has been unique and ordained  by God. Eve was created for Adam and to complete his need for companionship. Our  earliest records of history depict unification between a man and a woman and  their respect for a higher being. It wasn't until Abraham disobeyed God that  other women came into the picture and left generations of unrest for those who  chose to take more than one wife. The Bachelor Dinner More commonly known today  as the bachelor party, this celebration in the groom's honor was originally  called the bachelor dinner, or stag party. Like many other wedding traditions,  the custom has stood the test of time. It first came about in the fifth century,  in Sparta, where military comrades would feast and toast one another on the eve  of a friend's wedding. Even today, a bachelor party customarily takes place  quite close to the actual wedding date, as it has become known as the groom's  last taste of freedom. Despite the risqué entertainment that is associated with  stag parties today, bachelor parties have not always entailed this controversial  element. Although rowdy and boisterous, bachelor parties are traditionally  organized to allow the jittery groom and his wedding attendants to release some  anxieties before the big day. The Wedding Party During the "marriage by  capture" era, close friends of the groom-to-be assisted him when he kidnapped  the bride from her family. The first ushers and best men were more like a small  army, fighting off the brides angry relatives as the groom rode away with  her. Bridesmaids and maids of honor became more common when weddings  were planned. For several days before the marriage, a senior maid attended to  the bride-to-be. This maid or matron of honor, as we know her today, ensured  that the bridal wreath was made and helped the bride get dressed. All  bridesmaids helped the bride decorate for the wedding feast. For a long time, bridesmaids wore dresses much like the bride's  gown, while ushers dressed in clothing that was similar to the groom's attire.  This tradition began for protection against evil rather than for uniformity; if  evil spirits or jealous suitors attempted to harm the newlyweds, they would be  confused as to which two people were the bride and groom. Wedding Flowers Before the use of flowers in  the bridal bouquet, women carried aromatic bunches of garlic, herbs, and grains  to drive evil spirits away as they walked down the aisle. Over time, these were  replaced with flowers, symbolizing fertility and everlasting love. Specific  flowers have special meanings in many cultures. In Hawaii, the bride and groom  wear leis; newlyweds in India don floral headdresses. The Wedding The wedding is one of life's  primeval and surprisingly unchanged rites of passage. Nearly all of the customs  we observe today are merely echoes of the past. Everything from the veil, rice,  flowers, and old shoes, to the bridesmaids and processionals, at one time, bore  a very specific and vitally significant meaning. Today, although the original  substance is often lost, we incorporate old world customs into our weddings  because they are traditional and ritualistic. Old world marriage customs continue to thrive today, in diluted,  disguised and often upgraded forms. Customs we memorialize today were once "brand new" ideas. Although historical accuracy is hard to achieve, the  historical weight attached to old world wedding customs and tradit


Who, it is said, did similar deals with Dr Faustus, Robert Johnson and Niccol Paganini?

Category: Faust - 0 Comments    This is another very dry essay I published in the RPE journal for the University of Gloucestershire . I've also written a lighter piece  and an accompanying reply on the subject, upon which this is based.   Abstract   Faustian Myth remains one of the more intriguing and popular tales in global folklore, elements of which are contracted into the most popular works of fiction in the form of novels, movies and plays to this day. Aside from being a popular form of tale it continues to be an overlooked yet integral aspect of particular religiosities. For example, beyond biblical accounts, these stories set the paradigm of perceptions of how the devil is perceived in his nature, his role within Christianity and his interaction with mankind in a rather unsanctioned, unofficial manner. Therefore it is necessary to explore the importance and impact of these as both a work of fiction and even a historical determinant of certain Christian doctrine. In doing so we can begin to understand this phenomenon more clearly and speculate as to why it holds this fabled place among literature and myth.    Being a largely unexplored idea it is worthwhile to attempt to unveil the extent, impact and nature of the myth, especially in its reception into popular culture. In discussion of this it is necessary to also ascertain any categorisations or discernible historical patterns that supplement this. In developing some clarity over these accounts it seems increasingly apparent that these stories have deep influences on early Christian doctrine and that these stories are more prevalent than we may initially realise, manifesting themselves in different ways.    To begin to examine this series of myths we must look at their paradigmatic and archetypal expressions visible in derivative works of fiction. Notable here are the plays Goethe’s Faust and Doctor Faustus which coin the very term Faustian Myth. Furthermore, both the first record of such an account and many modern alterations on the tales that supposedly take the notion of the Faustian Myth as distinctive from fiction and religious folklore must also be examined. From these sources we can grasp the popularity of the myth, its impact and how it has changed over time as the myth redeveloped itself. We can also begin to see by looking at particular sections of these accounts and the more endurable and inexorable elements of storyline that remain to reveal that certain aspects resonate on a popular level with readers, listeners and viewers.    Through examination of these materials it seems apparent that we can indeed distinguish between three loose categorisations of Faustian Myth which are roughly chronological as historical stages in development. These subsequently convey the deep popularity elements of these stories have enjoyed over the years, being reformatted and received worldwide; perhaps due to the abhorrence of these acts or an identification of similarity in the desperation of our own situations (or indeed both). The first of these are ‘Pre- Faustus’ accounts – stories of folklore and myth that served religious and sociological purposes of changing doctrine and generally inspiring fear and aversion to particular practices. Then we see the Faustian theme transformed into fictional entertainment, typified in the play Doctor Faustus, setting the paradigm for the myth so that all encounters of its type are labelled and given universal recognition. Then exemplified in such stories as Robert Johnson ’s we see a third form emerge which displays an even stronger popularity with the myth in ‘Post- Faustus’ occurrences. Here we see genuine people holding these claims who commune with the devil through desire and ambition.    This potentially provides a greater insight into both an overlooked aspect of specific Christian notions and popular culture and our informed perception of the devil and his attributes. Especially with the latter kind we can grasp a certain psychological desire to identify with some of the antipodes at play within these stories.    Given more t


What name is given to the concept that an animal hitting keys at random on a typewriter for an infinite amount of time will almost surely type a particular chosen text, such as the complete works of William Shakespeare?

Make Your Move! Super Smash Boards Brawl - And the winners are... | Smashboards Make Your Move! Super Smash Boards Brawl - And the winners are... -The Infinite Sakurai Theorem- The Idea "The infinite monkey theorem states that a monkey hitting keys at random on a typewriter keyboard for an infinite amount of time will almost surely type a particular chosen text, such as the complete works of William Shakespeare."-Wikipedia Now if we assume that there is an infinite number of alternate universes, that means there's also an infinite number of Sakurais, which means that there's an infinite number of Brawls, which means that every character who has ever existed will somehow make it into Brawl! Now let's bring this totally scientific theorem to its completely illogical conclusion, right? -Make Your Move- The Thread Brawl is out. By now, you all know the roster. By now, you all know that it lacks something. For instance, it lacks all the shoe-ins that we defended so much in our spare time! But, actually, it also lacks some less likely characters as well. In fact, it shows a remarkable lack of completely obscure characters. In fact, Brawl would be the best game ever if it had the hero from my favourite cartoon, or the antagonist from that novel I'm writing, or even better, myself! So thinks the Smash fanatic and giggles to himself. This thread welcomes all crazy Smash fanatics who like to let their imagination run wild! If you love a certain fictional character, person, animal or inanimate object, and you want to show the world how awesome they'd look in Smash, here's the place to do it. Just show us the character and give them some moves! Any submission with a bit of effort put into it will join the list of current submissions in the appropriate category, with the name and author, a snazzy avatar, and a rating on a three-star-scale, plus a link to the respective post that will allow people browsing the first post to check out what you wrote! Assist Trophy/Secondary Character Section: You can also enter Assist Trophies, or Secondary Characters, whatever you want to call them! If you have a character idea that doesn't have as much potential as some of your others, or if you're not willing to put too much effort into a character, here's your section. This also opens up possibilities for a possible Subspace Emissary plot: Give your character a non-playable boss... or maybe a non-playable ally! As I said, no limits. CHARACTER IMAGE SHOP: As a little addition, if you don't have an image of your character, you can ask me to draw one for you. I'm not an extremely good artist, but I get better. And that's all you need to know about this part! -Super Smash Boards Brawl- The Contest The Super Smash Boards Brawl contest is a contest held within the thread of Make Your Move. When the thread was born, the goal was to amass at least enough high-quality submissions to be able to create a mock Brawl character select screen after the image of the true select screen. By now, the deadline is over, and over 120 characters from all manners of origin have qualified to participate. It's truly amazing to look back at it to see some of the fantastic work people have delivered. Of course, such awesomeness cannot possibly be contained within 35 character slots. The final Super Smash Boards Brawl character select screen will hold 50 characters! But that's not all. With the help of Comrade Canada's flash skills, the select screen will become interactive, to show all the 50 winners in all their splendor. For a unified style, all winners will be drawn by me. An announcer will emphatically shout out their names when selected. It will be awesome. And even until that select screen is finally completed, a complete Adventure Mode plot will be written starring the winners and all their related characters. Now, the question is... who will the winners be? -The Voting- The voting! To qualify for the contest, characters had to have gained a 3-star rating before the end of the deadline. Now, the rest depends on you. Vote for the ones you deem worthy. Here are the r


What workers make up the majority of the Teamsters Union in the USA?

Teamsters On the Move | Teamsters Teamsters On the Move Organizing in Every Industry Whether it’s parking workers in Boston, or dairy workers in Wisconsin, or drivers in California who shuttle Facebook employees, thousands of workers across the United States have taken the bold step for a better life by joining the Teamsters. “We are faced with a growing crisis of income inequality in this country and while our elected officials stumble to address this issue, thousands of workers are taking matters into their own hands by becoming Teamsters,” said Jim Hoffa, Teamsters General President. “Employers are full of empty promises, but the workers who are organizing know that the only true security comes with Teamster contracts.” In many cases, employers wage anti-worker, anti-union campaigns, but the workers are standing united in their quest for a better life. “We have wanted this for so long,” said Luis Garcia, a driver for the past 11 years at WCA Waste Corp. in Houston, who voted to become a Teamster in November. “We want fair hourly wages and fair working conditions and the proper training and equipment so that we can do our very dangerous job safely.” Organizing On the Move The Teamsters are on the move, with key victories in core transportation industries—freight and carhaul. In freight, workers at four FedEx Freight locations and three Con-way locations became Teamsters, adding 600 new freight members. The nationwide campaign continues. In another core industry, carhaul, a group of 240 workers at Selland Auto Transport across the West joined the union. The Teamsters are organizing in every industry. In warehouse, the Teamsters had two big victories at food-service giant Sysco, adding 500 new members, and a big win at Americold, with 133 workers joining the union. Nearly 500 paratransit drivers and garage attendants in Chicago voted to join the Teamsters, followed by about 100 dispatchers and service reps at Cook DuPage Transportation. School Bus and More The union’s school bus campaign is going strong, with hundreds of workers joining the union, including 104 at Paige Bus Enterprises in Chicago and 113 workers at First Student in Maryland, and 93 at First Student in Flint, Mich. In food processing, 459 workers at Saputo, a cheese production facility in Wisconsin, voted 367 to 79 to become Teamsters. Also, the fight for justice for workers at Taylor Farms continues. In a joint effort with CWA, the Teamsters will be representing 1,300 new passenger service professionals at the newly merged American-US Airways. In waste, 130 workers at WCA Waste Corporation in Houston voted 90 to 28 to be Teamsters. This list doesn’t include the many smaller victories the union has had, which are all important in the goal to grow the Teamsters Union. One of these got lots of media attention—it was the 87 drivers at Loop Transportation who shuttle Facebook employees to and from the company’s headquarters in Menlo Park, Calif. “Workers continue to struggle in this country and it’s gotten worse over the years, so these workers are standing up, sticking together and fighting for a more secure future as Teamsters,” Hoffa said. “It’s not easy standing up to the boss, but these workers are courageous, focused and determined to not fall further behind. They are truly working class heroes.” Standing Tall in Texas They say “Don’t Mess With Texas,” but that slogan could also apply to waste workers who recently joined the Teamsters despite the company’s vicious anti-worker campaign. Workers at WCA Waste Corporation in Houston, who are seeking fair wages, job security and safer working conditions, voted in November 2014 to join Local 988. In doing so, the group of 130 drivers, helpers and general laborers became the only unionized private sector waste haulers in Texas. “For far too long this group of workers, primarily immigrants and Spanish speakers, as well as African-Americans, have struggled to achieve the American dream because of the company’s abhorrent policies and working conditions,” said Robert Mele, President of Local 988 in Houston. “We wi


Canadian folk music singer-songwriter, Kate McGarrigle, who died in 2010, was the mother of whom?

Kate McGarrigle: folk singer and mother of Wainwright siblings dies - Telegraph Canada Kate McGarrigle: folk singer and mother of Wainwright siblings dies Canadian folk singer Kate McGarrigle, who enjoyed a long, successful musical partnership with her sister and was the mother of musicians Rufus and Martha Wainwright, has died at the age of 63. Rufus Wainright and mother, Canadian folk singer Kate McGarrigle  Photo: AP 10:43PM GMT 19 Jan 2010 McGarrigle had been suffering from clear cell sarcoma, a rare kind of cancer. She died on Monday. "Sadly our sweet Kate had to leave us last night. She departed in a haze of song and love surrounded by family and good friends. She is irreplaceable and we are broken-hearted. Till we meet again dear sister," Anna McGarrigle, her sister, wrote on their website. The pair broke into the limelight with their song "Heart Like a Wheel", which US singer Linda Ronstadt turned into a major hit in 1974. It featured on their first album, "Kate and Anna McGarrigle", which was released in 1975 and chosen as best album of the year by music magazine Melody Maker. The sisters – born near Montreal in French-speaking Quebec – recorded a total of 10 albums, some of them in French. They were known for their inventive style and intricate vocal harmonies when they sang together. McGarrigle was married to U.S. singer-songwriter Loudon Wainwright III, with whom she had Rufus and Martha. The pair later divorced. Related Articles


"The RMS ""Lancastria"" was the subject of the worst single loss of life in British maritime history and the bloodiest single engagement for UK forces in World War II; she was sunk by German bombers on 17 June 1940 when taking part in an operation to evacuate 150,000 troops from where?"

Today in History - AccuWeather.com Forums  Today in History History, Births, and Deaths for June 13 1325 - Sheik Ibn Battuta begins 1st world trip, Tangiers to Mecca 1373 - Anglo-Portuguese Treaty of Alliance (world's oldest) signed in London 1392 - Assassination attempt on Pierre de Craon Van Clisson of France, fails 1525 - Martin Luther marries Katharina von Bora, against the celibacy rule decreed by the Roman Catholic Church for priests and nuns. 1547 - King Ferdinand of Austria subjects himself on Turkish sultan Suleiman 1611 - John Fabricius dedicates earliest sunspot publication 1625 - English king Charles I marries French princess Henriette 1633 - Charter for Maryland is given to Lord Cecil Baltimore 1655 - Adriana Nooseman-van de Bergh is 1st actress in Amsterdam theater 1665 - Sea battle at Lowestoft: English fleet beats Dutch 1707 - Hungary declares itself independent under Ferenc Rï¿½kï¿½czi II 1721 - England signs Treaty of Madrid 1727 - Spain underwrites Preliminairy of Paris 1753 - Austria, England & Modena sign secret military treaty 1774 - Rhode Island becomes 1st colony to prohibit importation of slaves 1777 - Leonard Norcross patents a submarine diving suit 1777 - Marquis de Lafayette lands in US 1789 - Mrs Alexander Hamilton serves ice cream for dessert to Washington 1792 - King Louis XVI fires French government 1798 - Mission San Luis Rey de Francia founded in California 1825 - Walter Hunt patents safety pin 1828 - Simon Bolï¿½var proclaimed dictator 1837 - 1st Mormon missionaries to British Isles leave Kirtland, Ohio 1855 - Opera "Les Vï¿½pres Sicilenne" is produced (Paris) 1863 - Battle of Winchester VA 1863 - Samuel Butler publishes 1st part of "Erewhon," Christchurch, NZ 1863 - Skirmish at Berryville Virginia 1865 - Pres Johnson proclaims reconstruction confederate states 1866 - House passes 14th Amendment (Civil rights for blacks) 1868 - Oscar J Dunn (a black) is elected Lt Governor of Louisiana 1871 - Hurricane kills 300 in Labrador 1874 - 8th Belmont: G Barbee aboard Saxon wins in 2:39.5 1878 - Congress of Berlin meets to divide African colonization 1881 - The USS Jeannette is crushed in an Arctic Ocean ice pack. 1886 - Fire destroys nearly 1,000 buildings in Vancouver, BC 1886 - King Ludwig II of Bavaria is found dead in Lake Starnberg south of Munich at 11:30 PM. 1888 - Congress creates Department of Labor 1889 - 2' of snow accumulates in Rawlins Wyoming 1889 - 23rd Belmont: W Hayward aboard Eric wins in 2:47.25 1890 - Eagle Ave in the Bronx is cut out & named 1895 - Emile Levassor wins 1st Paris-Bordeaux-Paris auto race (24 kph) 1898 - Yukon Territory of Canada organized, Dawson chosen as capital 1900 - China's Boxer Rebellion against foreigners & Christians 1902 - Prussian Upper house gives 350 million marks to Poland 1905 - NY Giant Christy Mathewson 2nd no-hitter, beats Chic Cubs, 1-0 1907 - Lowest temp ever in 48 US states for June, 2ï¿½F in Tamarack Calif 1908 - Tommy Burns KOs Bill Squires in 8 for heavyweight boxing title 1910 - Pilot Charles Hamilton makes 1st 1-day round-trip from NY to Phila 1910 - William D Crum, a SC physician, appointed minister to Liberia 1912 - Capt Albert Berry made the 1st parachute jump from an airplane 1912 - NY Giant Christy Mathewson wins his 300th game 1913 - 45th Belmont: Roscoe Troxler aboard Prince Eugene wins in 2:18 1913 - Yanks win 13th game of year after losing 36 games 1914 - 28th US Womens Tennis: Mary K Browne beats Marie Wagner (62 16 61) 1917 - Germany bombs London 1917 - World War I: the deadliest German air raid on London during World War I is carried out by Gotha G bombers and results in 162 deaths, including 46 children, and 432 injuries. 1918 - Phillies & Cards tie 8-8 in 19 innings 1920 - Post Office says children could not be sent by parcel post 1921 - Yanks' pitcher Babe Ruth hits 2 HRs beating Tigers 11-8 1922 - Longest attack of hiccups begins Charlie Osborne, 98 hiccupped over 435 million times before it stops, He dies 11 months after it stops 1924 - Bene Berak Palestine founded 1924 - Gaston Doumergue elected as 1st protestant F


"In the nursery rhyme ""sing a song of sixpence"", what kind of bird plucked off a nose?"

Sing a Song of Sixpence | Muppet Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Sing a Song of Sixpence 31,244pages on Cookie Monster enjoying some bread and honey. Kermit as the King, counting out his money in the counting house. Sing a Song of Sixpence and Other First Songs for Baby. The Count can't count the blackbird's fast enough. Zoe finds it very amusing. Big Bird as the King sees a pie with a zipper and counts the blackbirds Sing a Song of Sixpence is an English nursery rhyme dating back to at least the eighteenth century. References to the title can be traced back even further, including William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Some scholars contend it stems from a 16th practice of amusing dinner guests with live birds placed in pies, while others cite the wedding of Marie de Medici and Henry IV of France as inspiration. The most common form of the rhyme is “ Sing a song of sixpence, a pocket full of rye. Four and twenty blackbirds, Baked in a pie. When the pie was opened, the birds began to sing; Wasn't that a dainty dish, to set before the king? The king was in his counting house, counting out his money; The queen was in the parlour, eating bread and honey. The maid was in the garden, hanging out the clothes; When down came a blackbird and pecked off her nose. ” The rhyme itself has been referenced for centuries, including Agatha Christie's short story Sing a Song of Sixpence, Rankin/Bass' The Last Unicorn, The Three Stooges' short Sing a Song of Six Pants and the Doctor Who episode "The End of Time." References In The Sesame Street Dictionary , the Sesame Street Players put on a pageant of the nursery rhyme, with Cookie Monster taking on the role of the queen.


Which mountain range stretches from Austria and Slovenia in the east, through Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Germany to France in the west?

Hiking in Switzerland, France, Italy & Slovenia - Alps Hiking For all our alpine hiking trips, please have a look at our Find A Trip Page , or for more specific information on trips in each country, have a look at below information and links.   Switzerland Switzerland is the alpine country in Europe. And because Switzerland has one of the best infrastructures in all of Europe, we’re able to connect many beautiful hikes into week-long or even longer trips, allowing visitors to fully take in the breathtaking scenery, delicious food and the camaraderie of the country’s alpine villages. Our guided hiking tours will take you to some of the best hikes in Switzerland, and backpacking Switzerland offers an experience like no other:   ITALY The Italian Alps are not as frequented as Switzerland and France, and therefore have kept many of their customs and local dialects. Wildlife is still abundant, the Gran Paradiso National Park has been one of the worlds’ first National Parks and is teeming with ibex and mountain goats. The South Tyrol region of Italy (which was Austrian prior to the first World War) combines the best of the two worlds: teutonic precision with Italian hospitality. The limestone cliffs of the Dolomites stand sentinel above ancient villages and high alpine pastures. Sunsets burn red in these towering pillars of rock, formed millions of years ago from marine sediment.


How to Make Easy Homemade Butter - wikiHow Preparing the Cream 1 Start with fresh, heavy cream. Heavy whipping cream has the highest fat percentage, making it easier and more productive to turn into butter. For a more unique flavor not available in stores, try buying raw cream from a local dairy. If this is not available, vat-pasteurized cream will produce the best flavor, followed by ordinary pasteurized cream, with ultra-pasteurized (UHT) cream a last choice option. [1] [2] Avoid cream that contains added sugar. The fat percentage listed on the cream tells you how much of the cream will end up turning into butter. A minimum of 35% is recommended. In the US, you can search Real Milk Finder for local sources of raw milk. 2 If using an electric mixer, chill a large bowl and a container of water. A colder bowl will prevent the butter from melting. Chilling a second container of water may also be useful at this stage, especially if your tap water tends to be on the warm side. 3 Pour the cream into the bowl. Don't fill it to the brim, since the cream will expand with air before it turns into butter. 4 Add cultures for a stronger flavor and easier churning (optional). If you skip this step, you'll be making sweet cream butter, a mildly flavored variety that includes almost all commercial butter sold in the United States and the United Kingdom. [3] If you want a more complex flavor, similar to butter sold in continental Europe, introduce a slight, acidic fermentation to make "cultured butter" instead. This acid also speeds up the breakdown of fat and liquid, shortening the churning time. One easy option is to add either buttermilk or plain yogurt with added cultures. Use one tablespoon (15 mL) of the sour addition for each cup (240 mL) cream. [4] [5] Alternatively, buy mesophilic cheese culture online. Mix in ⅛ tsp (0.6 mL) for every quart (liter) cream. 5 Let cultured cream stand at room temperature. If you added cultures, leave the cream out for between 12 and 72 hours, checking every few hours. The cream is cultured once it is slightly thick, foamy, and smells sour or tangy. [6] For sweet cream butter without culturing additives, just leave out the cream until it reaches about 50–60ºF (10–16ºC). This will make it easier to churn, but is still cold enough that the butter should be firm and easy to handle during the later stages. [7] Part 2 Turning the Cream into Butter 1 Churn or shake the cream. If you have a butter churn, churn the handle for approximately 5 to 10 minutes. Churning is very easy and efficient with a well-built butter churn. If you have an electric mixer, use the whisk attachment and start it on low to prevent spatter. Otherwise, seal the cream in a Mason jar and shake it. Mixing typically takes 3 to 10 minutes, while shaking takes roughly 10 to 20 minutes. To speed up the shaking method, drop a small, clean, glass marble into the jar before shaking. If your mixer only has one speed setting, cover the bowl with plastic wrap to catch spray. 2 Watch the cream change consistency. The cream will go through several stages as you mix it: [8] Frothy or slightly thick cream. Soft peaks. Raising the mixer will leave a standing peak with a drooping tip. You can now increase the speed of the mixer. Whipped cream, forming stiff peaks. The cream will start to look granular, and become very pale yellow. Reduce speed again before liquid appears, to prevent spatter. Break down: Finally, the cream will suddenly separate into butter and buttermilk. 3 Pour the buttermilk into a separate container, and save it for use in other recipes. Continue to mix the butter and pour off more liquid as it appears. Stop churning once the solid looks and tastes like butter, or when almost no more liquid is coming out. 4 Wash the butter in cold water. If any buttermilk remains with the butter, it will spoil very quickly, so this needs to be done unless you eat the butter within 24 hours. Pour ice water or chilled water into the butter. Knead it with a clean hand, or use a wooden spoon to press the butter. Pour out the ice water through a strai


If someone is narcoleptic, what do they tend to do?

Narcolepsy Fact Sheet | National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke Where can I get more information? What is narcolepsy? Narcolepsy is a chronic brain disorder that involves poor control of sleep-wake cycles. People with narcolepsy experience periods of extreme daytime sleepiness and sudden, irresistible bouts of sleep that can strike at any time.  These “sleep attacks” usually last a few seconds to several minutes.  Narcolepsy can greatly affect daily activities.  People may unwillingly fall asleep while at work or at school, when having a conversation, playing a game, eating a meal, or, most dangerously, when driving or operating other types of machinery.  In addition to daytime sleepiness, other major symptoms may include cataplexy (a sudden loss of voluntary muscle tone while awake that makes a person go limp or unable to move), vivid dream-like images or hallucinations, as well as total paralysis just before falling asleep or just after waking-up.    Contrary to common beliefs, people with narcolepsy do not spend a substantially greater proportion of their time asleep during a 24-hour period than do normal sleepers.  In addition to daytime drowsiness and uncontrollable sleep episodes, most individuals also experience poor sleep quality that can involve frequent waking during nighttime sleep, and other sleep disorders.  For most adults, a normal night's sleep lasts about 8 hours and is composed of four to six separate sleep cycles.  A sleep cycle is defined by a segment of non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep followed by a period of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep.  The NREM segment can be further divided into increasingly deeper stages of sleep according to the size and frequency of brain waves.  REM sleep is accompanied by bursts of rapid eye movement along with sharply heightened brain activity and temporary paralysis of the muscles that control posture and body movement.  When subjects are awakened, they report that they were "having a dream" more often if they had been in REM sleep than if they had been in NREM sleep.  Transitions from NREM to REM sleep are controlled by interactions among groups of neurons (nerve cells) located in different parts of the brain. For normal sleepers a typical sleep cycle is about 100 to 110 minutes long, beginning with NREM sleep and transitioning to REM sleep after 80 to 100 minutes.  People with narcolepsy frequently enter REM sleep within a few minutes of falling asleep.  Who gets narcolepsy? Narcolepsy affects both males and female equally and appears throughout the world.  Symptoms often start in childhood or adolescence, but can occur later in life.  The condition is life-long.  Narcolepsy is not rare, but it is an underrecognized and underdiagnosed condition.  Narcolepsy with cataplexy is estimated to affect about one in every 3,000 Americans.  More cases without cataplexy are also likely to exist. What are the symptoms? People with narcolepsy experience various types of day- and nighttime sleep problems that are associated with REM sleep disturbances that tend to begin subtly and may change dramatically over time.  The most common major symptom, other than excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS), is cataplexy, which occurs in about 70 percent of all people with narcolepsy.  Sleep paralysis and hallucinations are somewhat less common.  Only 10 to 25 percent of affected individuals, however, display all four of these major symptoms during the course of their illness. Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) EDS, the symptom most consistently experienced by almost all individuals with narcolepsy, is usually the first to become clinically apparent.  Generally, EDS interferes with normal activities on a daily basis, whether or not individuals had sufficient sleep at night.  People with EDS describe it as a persistent sense of mental cloudiness, a lack of energy, a depressed mood, or extreme exhaustion.  Some people experience memory lapses, and many have great difficulty maintaining their concentration while at school, wor


The state of Tabasco, where the sauce gets its name, is in which country?

Tabasco - Mexico - HISTORY.com Tabasco A+E Networks Introduction This low, flat state still has a large indigenous population that lives primarily in rural areas. Contrary to popular belief, Tabasco was not named after the spicy peppers of the same name, though the state is a major producer of other farm products, including cacao, coconuts, corn (maize), sugarcane and tropical fruits. The commercial and manufacturing center of the state is Villahermosa. Food processing plants and companies producing wood products, cigars, soap and clothing are located throughout the city. History Early History Beginning around 1500 B.C., the Olmec civilization established itself in Tabasco, reaching its cultural and economic peak around 500 B.C. The Olmecs were noted for their superb stone carvings, which ranged from small, finely detailed jade objects to colossal carved-basalt heads that frequently combined human and jaguar features. The state was once the location of La Venta, the largest Olmec city, which contained 18,000 inhabitants at its peak between 800 and 500 B.C.Between 100 and 1000 A.D., the Mayans emerged as the dominant culture in the region, followed by the Toltecs in the 13th century. The word Toltec means master builders, and evidence shows that they were brilliantly skilled architects and artists who smelted metals and created highly sophisticated stonework. The Toltec’s polytheistic religion seems to have centered on the god Quetzalcóatl and featured ceremonies that included human sacrifice, sun worship and a sacred ball game. They are believed to have discovered pulque (a fermented drink) and had considerable astronomical knowledge, as shown by their calendar cycle of 52 years of 260 days each. Did You Know? The variety of peppers used in Tabasco sauce (capsicum frutescens) do not actually grow in this Mexican state. In the 14th century, the Chontales appeared in the Tabasco area; historians believe they may have migrated there from Nicaragua. Chontales is the Mayan name for alien, which is probably the origin of the tribe’s name. Commerce between the Chontales and Mayans led to the development and rise of sizeable cities like Cimatán and Teapa. By 1500 A.D., 135,000 people inhabited the area. In the present-day municipality of Nacajuca, the Chontales represent most of the local population; other Chontales communities are scattered throughout Centla, El Centro, Jonuta and Macuspana. Middle History Spanish explorer Juan de Grijalva’s five-ship expedition in the Caribbean was the first to reach the Tabasco territory in 1518. Soon after, the Spaniards made contact with the Chontales natives who gave them utensils made of gold. The gifts motivated the Spaniards to explore the territory in search of gold mines. A year later, Spanish explorer Hernán Cortés reached the region and successfully defeated the Chontales. A native woman named Malinche became Cortés’ mistress and mother of his son Martín. Malinche learned to speak Spanish and is often accused of providing Cortés with information vital to the defeat of the Aztecs . Complete conquest of Tabasco by the Spaniards was delayed until the late 16th century due to indigenous uprisings and the Spanish preoccupation with dominating the central valley of Mexico . By the end of the 16th century, however, the native population had dwindled to less than 7,500, and fewer than 100 Spanish colonists remained in the area. As part of an initiative to promote the development of agriculture, the Spanish introduced African slaves into the region. Uprisings by these slaves and the indigenous population over their deplorable living conditions hindered the area’s economic development. New uprisings during the 18th century provoked the Spaniards to increase the slave trade and promote new settlements by colonists. Recent History Mexico’s 1810 independence movement had little effect on the citizens of Tabasco. Nevertheless, the country’s liberation led to the state’s freedom from Spanish rule in 1821. Three years later, Tabasco joined the federation of states. Like the rest of the country, 19t


What 2007 film is an over-the-top send-up of action movies, featuring a large amount of violence (including killing by carrots), starring Clive Owen, Monica Bellucci & Paul Giamatti?

Schoolio's Movie Corner [Archive] - Page 11 - Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival Message Board breakjaw 08-13-2007, 03:31 PM If they put out one with a Lynch commentary,I'd definitely get that.I have Blue Velvet,Twin Peaks 1st season on DVD 2nd season Laserdisc set,Elephant Man Laserdisc,and Wild at Heart DVD.I'm a big Lynch fan.The only ones I didn't enjoy were Fire:Walk With Me(expectations too high,possibly?) and Lost Highway. I've seen Mulholland Drive several times and have to say I enjoyed it way more than Inland Empire.Lynch is a filmmaker and should stay with film rather than video.It's like if Kandinsky started using an Etch-A-Sketch. Plus video can make the actors seem like they are in a soap opera.I felt this way about some of the old Twilight Zone episodes also. schoolofruckus i thought that everyone knew that "The Simpsons" is considered a comedy. i subtly described the film as slightly humorous. if a "comedy" does not result in laughter, then is it not a failure? i think so. now, i don't expect you to be a mind-reader, but my conclusion isn't far-fetched. Not all comedies are intended to have you rolling on the floor and laughing until you vomit. Some are merely meant to be lighthearted storytelling, with an overall tone of amusement and the occasional laugh-inspiring bit. For me, that's what "The Simpsons" has always been. It's never been something that I howl with laughter at; rather, it's just something that is funny from time to time, but overall I just enjoy it. Hence, your description of the movie did not sound in any way like a failure (again, until you later offered actual reasons for your "opinion"). You're clearly too proud to admit you're wrong here (or too stupid to realize it), so this is the last I'll say about it. breakjaw Has anyone here seen Starter For Ten?I'm thinking of renting it tonight. ghettojournalist i heard it was a decent film with a good soundtrack. hope you enjoy. mountmccabe 08-13-2007, 10:23 PM watched "The Triplets of Belleville" instead. Holy shit - this one's been on my radar for a few years, but I've never managed to catch it.... It's a unique treasure that I would recommend to just about anyone. I agree. That's a fantastic film. Delightfully entertaining. schoolofruckus 08-13-2007, 10:42 PM Oooohhhh...love that film! My girls and I went to see that when it first came out. Absolutely charming and funny and sweet and endearing and bizarrely original. Such a treat to see non-CG animation, too. I especially loved all the training sequences - grandma on the tricycle keeping up his cadences, the lawnmower "massage". His calves! Then when she's in Belleville and meets the Triplets and gets to experience their hospitality...mmm..."soup de grenouille"..."glace de grenouille"...how many ways can you enjoy grenouille? A lot, apparently. Great film. There are so many things to love. Again, the dog's dreams fucking killed me. The woman fishing with dynamite was priceless. And the film's opening sequence - even more Vaudevillian and deliberately old-fashioned - was absolutely stunning; I've got a fondness for ancient animation (such as the tugboat cartoon that introduced Mickey Mouse), and the beginning of this movie was wondrous. And I agree that it was nice to see a classically animated film offer up fresh ideas and sensibilities again. Disney should try doing something with the kind of heart and ingenuity that "Triplets" has, rather than making yet another played-out yarn featuring animals snidely voiced by "Saturday Night Live" cast-offs. PotVsKtl Fucking Amal isn't as good as Lilya 4-Ever. mob roulette 08-13-2007, 11:28 PM And the film's opening sequence - even more Vaudevillian and deliberately old-fashioned - was absolutely stunning; I've got a fondness for ancient animation. Hey Gabe, have you ever checked out the artwork of Winsor McCay? (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winsor_McCay) I bet you'd dig him. Also, I heard there was another Kerouac movie being made, a Spanish one called "Luz Del Mundo". That wasn't the same one we were bitching about before, was it


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"""Someone Who'll Watch Over Me"" and ""Factory Girls"" are plays by whom?"

Someone Who'll Watch Over Me: A Play: Frank McGuinness, Brian Keenan: 9780571168040: Amazon.com: Books Editorial Reviews About the Author Frank McGuinness,born on July 29, 1953, in Buncrana, Donegal, Ireland. He lectures at University College, Dublin. His first major success as a playwright was the 1982 production of Factory Girls. His first internationally acclaimed play is the 1985 Observe the Sons of Ulster Marching towards the Somme. He is also the author of such celebrated plays as Innocence, The Factory Girls and Someone Who'll Watch Over Me. His translations include Ibsen's Rosmersholm, Peer Gynt, Hedda Gabler and A Doll's House; Chekhov's Three Sisters and Uncle Vanya; Lorca's Yerma; Brecht's The Threepenny Opera and The Caucasian Chalk Circle; and Sophocles' Electra and Ostrovsky's The Storm.


During the reign of which English king was there a succession crisis between his supporters and those of his cousin, the Empress Matilda?

The Anarchy: History of England, Stephen of England, Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, Empress Matilda, Treaty of Wallingford, Henry II of England, Plantagenet Dynasty: Amazon.es: Lambert M. Surhone, Miriam T. Timpledon, Susan F. Marseken: Libros en idiomas extranjeros Libros en idiomas extranjeros AÃ±adir a la Lista de deseos Â¿Tienes uno para vender? Volver atrÃ¡s Ir adelante Escuchar Reproduciendo... Interrumpido   EstÃ¡s escuchando una muestra de la ediciÃ³n de audio Audible. MÃ¡s informaciÃ³n Ver esta imagen The Anarchy: History of England, Stephen of England, Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, Empress Matilda, Treaty of Wallingford, Henry II of England, Plantagenet Dynasty (InglÃ©s) Tapa blanda – 13 jul 2010 Tapa blanda, 13 jul 2010 "Vuelva a intentarlo" DescripciÃ³n del producto Reseña del editor Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. The Anarchy or The Nineteen-Year Winter refers to a period of English history during the reign (1135â€“1154) of the Norman King Stephen of Blois, which was characterised by civil war and unsettled government. The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle describes this as the time during which Christ and his saints slept".The period was marked by a succession crisis between the supporters of Stephen, and those of his cousin, the Empress Matilda. Though Stephen was crowned king, the state of war between the two camps prevented effective government in England for nearly all of Stephen''s reign. The issue was resolved only shortly before Stephen''s death, when he signed the Treaty of Wallingford, which named Matilda''s son Henry Curtmantle as his heir. Henry was crowned king upon Stephen''s death in 1154, establishing the Plantagenet dynasty as Kings of England. " No es necesario ningÃºn dispositivo Kindle. DescÃ¡rgate una de las apps de Kindle gratuitas para comenzar a leer libros Kindle en tu smartphone, tablet u ordenador. Apple


"A ""triple peel"" is a manoeuvre that is common in what sport?"

How To Play - Intermediate - Section 16: Glossary Intermediate Coaching     Notes Section 16: Glossary Advanced Play . A game of croquet where extra rules are invoked.     The games are played level, and contacts and lifts can be conceded. Angled Hoop. Where the ball is well off the midline of a     hoop it intends to run. Anti-Duffer Tice . Aspinall Peel . A promotion peel where the peelee is jawsed     in the croquet stroke and then struck by the striker's ball again in the same     croquet stroke. Aunt Emma . A player whose tactic is to split up the opponent's balls and snatch a hoop every turn or so. Backward Ball. The player's ball which has made fewest hoops     at the start of a turn. Baulk. The A baulk extends along the yard line originating     from the first corner to the midpoint of the South boundary. The B baulk extends     along the yard line from the third corner spot to the midpoint of the North     boundary. Balls are played on to the lawn from the baulk lines at the start     of the game or when a lift is taken. Bisques. 'Free turns' indicated by wooden sticks given the     weaker player in a handicap game . Boundary. The edges of the lawn. The boundary is defined     as the inside edge of the marking lines. Break. A sequence of shots which allows many hoops to be     made in one turn. Building. The process of moving balls to advantageous positions     from which to play a break. Cannons . Croquet shots involving more than two balls. Casting. Swinging of the mallet over the striker's ball one or     more times before making a final swing in which the mallet hits the ball. CD. Abbreviation of 'Critical Distance' - the distance over which a player is likely to roquet. Clips. Clothes-peg-like markers coloured to match the balls,     and used to indicate the next hoop a ball has to make next. Clips are placed on the top of a hoop on the first circuit and on the uprights of the hoop for     the second circuit. Combination Peg Out. An attempt to promote a rover ball on to the peg when the striker is 'dead' on that rover ball. Condone. A fault or other 'breaking of the rules' is condoned     after a set number of strokes known as the 'limit of claims'. When condoned,     play carries on as if no error had occurred. Contact. An option in advanced play arising when the opponent     has been through 1-back and 4-back with their forward ball in a single break.     A contact involves picking up one of your balls and placing it in contact with     any of the other balls and playing a croquet shot. Contact Leave. A leave for when giving a contact. Typically a ball in the centres of the East and West boundaries and balls in corners 2 and 4. Leaving balls in the jaws of hoops is effective as it limits the directions in which croquet can be taken and where they can be rushed to. Corner. The point of intersection of two boundaries. Corner Spot. The point where the two yard lines meet in the     corner. Critical Distance. The length of roquet where a player may expect to hit 50% of the time. Croquet Stroke. The stroke following the initial hit-in (the     roquet) where the two balls are placed in contact and the striker's ball struck.     Past tense croqueted (crow-kay'd). Cross-pegging. Where two balls are obstructed from hitting     each other ( wired ) by placing them either side of the peg. Cross-wiring. Where two balls are obstructed from hitting     each other ( wired ) by placing them either side of a hoop. Crown. The horizontal part (top) of a croquet hoop. Crush. Either, when the mallet strikes a ball which is in     contact with a hoop or peg and the direction of aim is not away from the hoop     or peg, or when a ball is hit predominantly downwards into the ground in a     stroke. These are faults. Cut Rush . A cut rush is a roquet shot in which the roqueted     ball moves sideways. A difficult shot to gauge the strength of. Damage. A major defect in the surface of a croquet court. The re


The mazurka originated in which country?

PMC Polish Dance Sites: Mazur, Mazurka Music HISTORY The mazur and mazurek (i.e. small mazur), or in English mazurka, are general terms for a series of Polish folk dances in triple meter, which originated in the plains of Mazovia around Warsaw. The people of the province were called Mazurs; thus, the dance mazur bears the same name as the male inhabitant of the region. The dances, known abroad as mazurkas, comprise more than one type: mazur or mazurek, the obertas or oberek, and the kujawiak from the neighboring district of Kujawy (see PMC entries on oberek and kujawiak ). These dances are linked by common rhythmic and choreographic traits, especially the mazurka rhythm discussed below. The name is much younger than the dance itself, and probably originated outside of the region. This term appears for the first time in J. Riepel's music dictionary published in Germany in 1752. Zofia Stryjeńska, 1927. The dance was known as early as the 16th century; early lute and organ tablatures feature many instances of the mazurka rhythm in pieces entitled Polish dance, or in Latin, Chorea polonica. During the 17th century the dance spread over Poland and began to appear also in neighboring countries; distinct versions of these dances could be found in the repertoire of the countryside (the folk mazur-type dances and the mazur of the nobility), and the towns (urban mazurka). Augustus II, the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland (1697-1733) was very fond of this dance and introduced it into the courts of Germany. Following Poland's loss of independence, the dance became fashionable in higher social circles in Paris, then London, and other centers of Western Europe. In 1830, the British paper The Observer (25 April 1830) described the mazurka as "just introduced, or intended to be introduced, into this country." In the 1830s and 1840s, the mazurka enjoyed its greatest popularity in the Western salons; along with the krakowiak and the polonaise, it served as a sign of solidarity with the oppressed Polish nation, the cause championed by Polish exiles in Paris and their aristocratic patrons. Paradoxically, after the partitions of Poland, the mazurka also became popular among the Russian aristocracy and peasantry. An important fact in the history of the mazurka is its appearance in the Polish national anthem. Mazurek Dąbrowskiego (Dąbrowski Mazurka) was created in 1797 as a Song of the Polish Legion for the troops of General Jan Dąbrowski, serving Napoleon during his conquest of Europe with the hope of regaining Poland's independence. The melody of the anthem is of anonymous, folk origin; the text was penned by Józef Wybicki (for more information visit the PMC National Anthems Site). Thus, the fast-paced, energetic dance became a national symbol in several distinct ways. DESCRIPTION The most characteristic feature of the dance is the presence of the so-called mazurka rhythms, which occur in a variety of non-dancing songs and dances from the central and western parts of Poland. According to current research, it is not possible to describe traits which would unequivocally distinguish an oberek from a mazur or a kujawiak (the rhythm is further discussed in the section on "music"). State Group, Mazowsze, 1964. There are many folk dances that fall into this category, besides the ones mentioned above: ksebka, obertas, okrągły (round), okrąglak (round), and owczarek (shepherd). Oskar Kolberg stated in the first volume of his monumental folklore collection, Pieśni ludu polskiego (Songs of the Polish people 1857), that kujawiak, i.e. obertas, is the most popular dance in the whole country. In his later writings, Kolberg distinguishes between these dances differing in tempo, with the mazur occupying the middle ground between the slow, lyrical kujawiak and the furiously fast-paced oberek. Moreover, he describes a performance practice of dancing a set of three dances, a chodzony (walking dance, folk version of the polonaise), followed by a kujawiak, and a mazur or an obertas (oberek). This confusion of terminology and typology arose because


What is written under the Indian national emblem that was adopted as the National Emblem of India on 26 January 1950 when India became a republic, of 4 lions (one hidden from view) that symbolise power, courage, pride and confidence?

INDIA is MY COUNTRY |authorSTREAM INDIA IS MY COUNTRY   Does not support media & animations   Automatically changes to Flash or non-Flash embed   The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites . Views:   This Presentation is Public   Favorites:  0 INDIA Comprising Twenty-eight States and seven Union Territories: INDIA Comprising Twenty-eight States and seven Union Territories INDIA - History: INDIA - History The History of India is divided in 7 periods * Original Indians (1700 BC – 3300 BC) – Indus Valley Civilization – Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa People * Aryans (2500BC – 322BC) : India’s Root Culture * The Mauryan Empire(322BC–188BC) – Spread of Buddhism * Gupta Period (188 BC – 480 AD) – Golden Age of India * Muslim Period (1175AD – 1800AD)- Turks and Mughals * European Rule (1800 AD – 1947 AD) – Portuguese, French, Dutch and English * Independence and Democratic India. (From 1947AD……) Indian National Leaders Raja Ram Mohan Roy (22 May 1772 – 27 Sep 1833) : Indian National Leaders Raja Ram Mohan Roy (22 May 1772 – 27 Sep 1833) “ The Father of Modern India ” Born in Ramanagar, in the district of Murshidabad (Bengal)    Father : Ramakanto Roy & Mother: Tarinidevi Founded ‘Brahmo Samaja’ in 1828 and campaigned against sati. He established schools to modernize a system of education in India. In 1830, Ram Mohan Roy travelled to the UK as an ambassador of the Mughal Emperor Akbar II, who conferred him title of Raja to convince British government for welfare of India and to ensure that the Lord Bentick's regulation banning the practice of Sati was not overturned. Roy died at Stapleton (UK), on September 27, 1833 with Meningitis. Ram Mohan Roy was married three times by the time he was ten years old. His first wife died during his childhood. His second wife, who died in 1824. His third wife, Uma Devi, outlived him. Indian National Congress (INC): Indian National Congress (INC) The Congress was founded by Indian and British members most notably Allan Octavian Hume. The idea was originally conceived in a private meeting of seventeen men after a Theosophical Convention held at Madras in December 1884. Hume took the initiative, and it was in March 1885, when the first notice was issued convening the first Indian National Union to meet at Poona the following December. Founded in 1885 with the objective of obtaining a greater share in government for educated Indians, the Indian National Congress was initially not opposed to British rule. The Congress met once a year during December. Indeed, it was a Scotsman , Allan Octavian Hume , who brought about its first meeting in Bombay, with the approval of Lord Dufferin , the then-Viceroy. Womesh Chandra Bannerjee was the first President of the INC. The first meeting was held at Bombay from 28–31 December 1885, and was attended by 72 delegates. A few years down the line, the demands of INC became more radical in the face of constant opposition from the government, and the party became very active in the independence movement A. O. Hume W.C. Bannerjee Indian National Leaders Dr. Dadabhai Naoroji  (4th September 1825 – 30th June, 1917): Indian National Leaders Dr. Dadabhai Naoroji (4 th September 1825 – 30 th June, 1917) "The Grand Old Man of India“ Born in Bombay, the son of Maneckbai and Naoroji Palanji Dordi. Dadabhai married to Gulbai at the early age of 11. On 27th June 1855, Dadabhai sailed for England to join the first Indian business firm of the mercantile Cama family. In 1859, Dadabhai established his own business firm under the name of Dadabhai Naoroji & Co . Dadabhai was elected to Parliament on the 5th of July 1892 and entered the House of Commons as a Liberal, representing the Central Finsbury constituency. He became the first ever Indian/Asian Member of the British Parliament. He was renowned as the founding father of Indian Nationalism He took part in the inauguration of the Indian National Congress that was held in Bombay in 1885. He was thrice elected President of the Congress. This was the institution that started the task of gaining Indian in


Guavas - Varieties and Growing Information - Order Online – Four Winds Growers White flesh is succulent, sweet, and aromatic. Skin is light yellow, sometimes blushed with red. Tropical Pink P. quajava rosa Pink flesh is smooth to grainy in texture, mild to sweet. Skin turns from green to yellow. Attractive green foliage.  Very fragrant. Mexican Cream (Tropical Yellow) P. quajava Mexican Cream Upright tree, originating from Mexico.  Small to medium-small, roundish fruits. Skin light yellow, slightly blushed with red.  Flesh creamy white, very sweet, fine-textured and excellent for dessert.  Seed cavity small with relatively soft seeds. Red Malaysian P.quajava rojo malaysia Red colored guava with pink-red flesh.  This variety is unique not just for its fruit, but for its foliage also, which is tinted a deep red color.  The flowers are bright pink.  The Red Malaysian guava is often grown for ornamental purposes as well as fruit. Lemon Guava P. cattleianum lucidum Yellow fruit, similar to the strawberry guava except fruits are often slightly larger (1-2").  Flesh is yellow, very fragrant, with the suggestion of a lemon-guava flavor. Small bush or tree to 20-25 feet, although often much smaller.  The frilly white flowers are often borne a few times a year, concentrated during warmer months. Guava Care Planting Guavas can be grown in containers or in the ground. They prefer well drained soils, but can thrive in a wide range of different soils types. They do best in soils with a pH of between 5 and 7. Soils that are high in salts can be problematic for guavas and should be avoided. Watering Guavas prefer regular deep root watering. Guavas can survive saturated soil conditions, but it is best to allow the soil to dry out somewhat between irrigations. Pruning Guavas are amenable to pruning and shaping. They can tolerate heavy pruning and can also be trimmed to grow as hedges if desired. Remove all suckers and water shoots annually for best results. Guavas fruit on new growth, so pruning will not negatively affect fruit set.  In colder locations, prune as a shrub, rather than tree shape and mulch heavily to protect the stems from freezing.  Fertilizing Guavas are fast growing heavy feeders and can greatly benefit from regular feeding. Apply fruit tree fertilizers monthly, and especially just before heavy pruning. Other Tip Guavas need to be protected from freezing temperatures. Put Christmas lights on them or cover with a sheet, blanket or frost bag at night when you know the threat of frost is present. Guavas can sometimes be bothered by typical fruit tree pests including mealybug, scale, or whitefly. Control of these pests can be achieved with a few applications of horticultural oil or insecticidal soap and regular pruning that keeps the guava plants open with good air flow. It may also be necessary to control ants that are crawling on the guavas. Boric Acid Ant Baits can be effective control.


Kickflips, ollies, Nollies and nosediving are moves in what sport?

Skateboard Glossary and List of Skateboarding Tricks | Exploratorium Anatomy of a Skateboard deck: the flat standing     surface of a skateboard, usually laminated maple. grip tape: sandpaper affixed to the top     of the deck with adhesive, used to increase the friction between the deck     and the skaters feet. nose: the front of the skateboard, from     the front truck bolts to the end. rail: the edge of the skateboard, also,     plastic strips attached to the boards underside. tail: the rear of the skateboard, from the     back truck bolts to the end trucks: the front and     rear axle assemblies that connect the wheels to the deck and provide the     turning capabilities for the board. wheels: usually made of polyurethane and     sized between 39 and 66 millimeters in diameter; their hardness is measured     by durometer, a number ranging from 0 to 100soft wheels have a durometer     of about 85, hard wheels have a durometer of 97 or higher wheelbase: the distance     between the front and back wheels, measured between the two sets of innermost     truck holes.   Skateboarding Tricks air: riding with all four     wheels off the ground; short for aerial backside: when a trick or turn is executed with the skaters     back facing the ramp or obstacle. Caballerial : a 360-degree turn performed     on a ramp while riding fakie (backwards), named after skater Steve Caballero carve: to skate in a long, curving arc fakie: skating backwardsthe skater is standing in his or     her normal stance, but the board is moving backward (not to be confused     with "switch stance") frontside : when a trick or turn is executed     with the front of the skaters body facing the ramp or obstacle goofyfoot: riding with the right foot forward, the opposite of "regular foot" grind: scraping one or both axles on a curb,     railing, or other surface, such as: crooked grind:     grinding on only the front truck while sliding 50-50 grind:     grinding on both trucks equally nosegrind: grinding     on only the front truck 5-0 grind: grinding     on only the back truck kickflip: a variation on the ollie in which the skater kicks the     board into a spin before landing back on it Kickflip     by Tony Trujillo (QuickTime) McTwist : a 540-degree turn performed on a     ramp, named after Mike McGill mongo-foot: a style of pushing where the back foot is kept on the     board and pushing is done with the front foot nollie: an ollie performed by tapping the nose of the board instead     of the tail Nollie by Matt     Fields (QuickTime) noseslide: sliding the underside of the nose end of a board on     a ledge or lip ollie : a jump performed by tapping the tail     of the board on the ground; the basis of most skating tricks railslide: a trick in which the skater slides the underside of the     deck along an object, such as a curb or handrail regular foot: riding with the left foot forward, the opposite of "goofyfoot" shove-it: a trick performed by spinning the board 180 degrees beneath     the feet while traveling forward switch stance: riding the board with the opposite footing than     usual, i.e., "goofyfoot" instead of "regular foot" tailslide: sliding the underside of the tail end of a board on     a ledge or lip Types of Skateboarding


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In Norse mythology, which plant killed the god Baldur?

Baldur - Norse Mythology for Smart People Norse Mythology for Smart People Baldur “Each Arrow Overshot His Head” by Elmer Boyd Smith (1902) Baldur (pronounced “BALD-er;” Old Norse Baldr, Old English and Old High German Balder) is one of the Aesir gods. He’s the son of Odin and Frigg , the husband of the obscure goddess Nanna, and the father of the god Forseti . He’s loved by all the gods, goddesses, and beings of a more physical nature. So handsome, gracious, and cheerful is he that he actually gives off light.[1] The meaning and etymology of his name are uncertain and have been the topic of intense scholarly debate. Numerous possibilities have been proposed, including a derivation from the Proto-Indo-European root *bhel- (“white”), Old Norse bál, “fire,” or a hypothesized word for “lord” common to various Germanic languages. The most straightforward – and probably correct – explanation, however, is that his name comes from the Old Norse word baldr, “bold.”[2][3] Scholars have been reluctant to accept this explanation due to its implication of a warlike character for Baldur. But as we’ll see below, Baldur may not have been as innocent and passive as he’s portrayed to be in the late Old Norse literary source that provides the most extensive description of the god and the tales in which he features. This literary source is the Prose Edda of the medieval Icelandic scholar Snorri Sturluson. From this treatise on mythology and poetics comes the most complete account we have of the primary tale concerning Baldur, the story of his death and resurrection . This tale can be briefly summarized as follows: When Baldur began to have dreams of his death, Frigg went around to everything in the world and secured from each of them an oath to not harm her son. Confident in Baldur’s invincibility, the gods amused themselves by throwing weapons and any random thing they could find at Baldur and watching them bounce off of him, leaving him utterly unscathed. Loki , the guileful trickster of the gods, sensed an opportunity for mischief. He inquired of Frigg whether she had overlooked anything whatsoever in her quest to obtain oaths. She casually answered that she had thought the mistletoe to be too small and harmless a thing to bother asking for such a promise. Loki straightaway made a spear from the mistletoe and convinced the blind god Hodr to throw it at Baldur. The projectile pierced the god, and he fell down dead. The anguished gods then ordained that one of them should go to the underworld to see if there was any way Baldur could be retrieved from the clutches of the death goddess, Hel . Hermod , another one of Odin’s many sons, agreed to make this journey, and, mounting Odin’s steed, Sleipnir , he rode down the world-tree until he came to its dark and damp roots, wherein lies Hel’s abode. When he arrived, he found his brother, pale and grim, sitting in the seat of honor next to Hel. Hermod implored the dreadful goddess to release Baldur, and after much persuasion, she replied that she would give him up if and only if everything in the world would weep for Baldur – to prove, in other words, that he was as universally beloved as Hermod claimed. The whole world did indeed weep for the generous son of Odin – all, that is, save one creature. The giantess Þökk (“Thanks”), generally assumed to be Loki in disguise, callously refused to perform the act that would secure Baldur’s return.[4] And so the bright god lay in the grave until Ragnarok , the destruction of the cosmos at the end of the great mythical cycle , after which Baldur returned at last to the land of the living, gladdening the hearts of the creatures who filled the new world.[5] While this account comes overwhelmingly from one source, bits and pieces of it can be found in earlier Old Norse poetry, and many details of the narrative are depicted on pieces of jewelery dating from before the Viking Age.[6] We can be reasonably certain that the tale as told by Snorri is not only authentic, at least in its general outline, but very, very old. However, whether out of ignorance or a desi


What is Paleontology?   Paleontology is a rich field, imbued with a long and interesting past      and an even more intriguing and hopeful future. Many people think paleontology      is the study of fossils. In fact, paleontology is much more. Paleontology is traditionally divided into various subdisciplines: Micropaleontology: Study of generally microscopic fossils, regardless of the group to which they belong. Paleobotany: Study of fossil plants; traditionally includes the study of fossil algae and fungi in addition to land plants. Palynology: Study of pollen and spores, both living and fossil, produced by land plants and protists. Invertebrate Paleontology: Study of invertebrate animal fossils, such as mollusks, echinoderms, and others. Vertebrate Paleontology: Study of vertebrate fossils, from primitive fishes to mammals. Human Paleontology (Paleoanthropology): The study of prehistoric human and proto-human fossils. Taphonomy: Study of the processes of decay, preservation, and the formation of fossils in general. Ichnology: Study of fossil tracks, trails, and footprints. Paleoecology: Study of the ecology and climate of the past, as revealed both by fossils and by other methods. In short, paleontology is the study of what fossils tell us about the ecologies of the past, about evolution, and about our place, as humans, in the world. Paleontology incorporates knowledge from biology, geology, ecology, anthropology, archaeology, and even computer science to understand the processes that have led to the origination and eventual destruction of the different types of organisms since life arose. The exhibits that we have set up here are created by paleontologists. More than just an overview of the diversity that has existed through time on this planet, the exhibits also highlight some of the research that paleontologists are conducting at the Museum of Paleontology.


What nationality was tennis champion Bjorn Borg?

Bjrn Borg Ethnicity - Bjrn Borg Net Worth Bjrn Borg Ethnicity Read more... Bjrn Borg Bjrn Borg Net Worth is $28.5 Million. What is Bjorn Borg's net worth? Bjorn Borg's net worth is $28.5 million dollars. Born in Sodertalje, Sweden, Bjorn Borg enjoyed playing tennis and hockey as a child, and adapted some of his hockey style to his. ... Bjrn Borg Net Worth is $28.5 Million. Bjrn Borg Net Worth is $28.5 Million. What is Bjorn Borg's net worth? Bjorn Borg's net worth is $28.5 million dollars. Born in Sodertalje, Sweden, Bjorn Borg enjoyed playing tennis and hockey as a child, and adapted some of his hockey style to his ... Bjrn Borg winning Wimbledon in 1980, and his Borg Diadoras. Composite: John Ly/Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum/Getty Chuck Taylor, for instance, instigated several improvements to the performance of All Stars greater flexibility, a heel patch for ankle ... Posted: September 20, 2016, 3:40 pm Björn Borg drops undies in North Korea In October Swedish brand Björn Borg pledged to drop 450 pairs of undies onto one city in the world, and when the Pyongyang won the vote the underwear king went undercover to get the job done. The focal point of Björn Borg’s autumn campaign ‘Björn ... Posted: November 19, 2013, 8:47 am Vivid Skivvies Branding Top model Harry Goodwins fronts the latest ad campaign for Swedish underwear brand Björn Borg. Harry poses in studio while sporting a bevy of the label's brightly hued boxer and vividly printed brief designs. Evoking both a fun and carefree air ... Posted: May 20, 2013, 5:00 pm I looked hilarious." Celebrity photographer Atul Kasbekar wrote: "#WhenIWas13 I wanted to be Bjrn Borg and Sunil Gavaskar rolled into one. My wish came true - I played tennis ball cricket". Composer Salim Merchant shared: "#WhenIWas13 I wanted to start my ... Posted: July 19, 2016, 5:00 pm


Which of Queen Elizabeth II's children was the last to be married?

Queen Elizabeth II - Biography - IMDb Queen Elizabeth II Biography Showing all 76 items Jump to: Overview  (4) | Mini Bio  (1) | Spouse  (1) | Trade Mark  (2) | Trivia  (50) | Personal Quotes  (18) Overview (4) Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor (Her Royal Highness Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary of York) Nicknames 5' 4" (1.63 m) Mini Bio (1) Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was born on April 21, 1926, in London England to the second son of George V -- Albert, Duke of York and the Duchess of York, the former Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. Her sister Princess Margaret was born 4 years later. In 1936, when she was 10, her uncle, King Edward VIII (aka Duke of Windsor ), caused a stir by abdicating the throne to marry a twice-divorced American named Wallis Warfield Simpson. His brother Albert was next in line to the throne, and he became George VI in honor of his father. She therefore became the Heiress Presumptive, meaning she would become Queen only if her parents did not have a son -- who would be king before her. At the age of 13, she met 18-year-old Prince Philip , her distant cousin. As her grandmother Queen Mary put it with more detail, they were third cousins through their descent from Queen Victoria (they are both great-great grandchildren of hers) second cousins once removed through their descent from King Christian IX of Denmark (her great-grandmother was Christian's daughter, his father was a descendant of his) and fourth cousins through their descent from George III (both of them being descendants of Queen Victoria -- she was his granddaughter). They fell in love and wanted to get married, but her father wanted to make sure it was real and not just because this was the first person she loved. Before they got married, he renounced his royal title as a Prince of Greece and Denmark, became a British subject, and adopted the surname of his uncle Louis Mountbatten . He was named Duke of Edinburgh shortly before they got married but was not made a Prince of the United Kingdom until 1957. They got married on November 20, 1947. One year later, they had a son, Charles Philip Arthur George. In 1950, they had Anne Elizabeth Alice; in 1960, Prince Andrew; and in 1964, Prince Edward. When they were in Kenya in 1952, they found out that her father had died of lung cancer so they returned as Queen and Consort. It was a busy time and got even busier. They worked at public engagements and, starting in the late 1970s, became grandparents. Anne had a son name Peter in 1977 and then a daughter named Zara in 1981 with her husband Captain Mark Phillips. Charles had William in 1982 and Henry in 1984 with his wife Diana. Andrew had Beatrice in 1988 and Eugenie in 1990 with his wife Sarah Ferguson. On November 20, 1997, they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with their family and also celebrated the fact that Windsor Castle was reconstructed after a fire in 1992. - IMDb Mini Biography By: Anonymous Spouse (1) ( 20 November  1947      - present) (4 children) Trade Mark (2) Dress suit, big hat, boxy handbag Corgi dogs Trivia (50) Ascended British and Commonwealth thrones on February 6th, 1952. Was crowned in Westminster Abbey in London on June 2, 1953. This coronation became the first major international television broadcast. Son, Prince Charles Philip Arthur George, born Nov. 14, 1948. Son, Prince Andrew Albert Christian Edward, born Feb. 19, 1960. Son, Prince Edward Antony Richard Louis, (aka Edward Wessex ) born March 10, 1964. Daughter, Princess Anne Elizabeth Alice Louise, born Aug. 15, 1950. Daughter of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother and King George VI . Owns one of the world's largest private collections of postage stamps. She formally approves all government legislation, though she does this on the advice of the Prime Minister. It would create a massive crisis if she did not approve a piece of legislation. She enjoys watching horse-racing, "Doctor Who" and the British comedy Last of the Summer Wine (1973) . She has owned over 30 corgis over the years, and her four current dogs are named Pharos, Swift, Emma, and Linne


What is the main constituent of the atmosphere of Mars?

Mars' Atmosphere: Composition, Climate & Weather Mars' Atmosphere: Composition, Climate & Weather By Tim Sharp, Reference Editor | August 3, 2012 02:50pm ET MORE The thin atmosphere of Mars today composed mainly of carbon dioxide as depicted in this artist's illustration Credit: NASA Mars has a thin atmosphere — too thin to easily support life as we know it. The extremely thin air on Mars can also become very dusty. Giant dust storms can blanket the entire planet and last for months. What is Mars' atmosphere made of? The atmosphere of Mars is about 100 times thinner than Earth's, and it is 95 percent carbon dioxide. Here's a breakdown of its composition: Carbon dioxide: 95.32 percent Also, minor amounts of: water, nitrogen oxide, neon, hydrogen-deuterium-oxygen, krypton and xenon Climate and weather Mars' thin atmosphere and its greater distance from the sun mean that Mars is much colder than Earth The average temperature is about minus 80 degrees F (minus 60 degrees C), although it can vary from minus 195 degrees F (minus 125 degrees C) near the poles during the winter to as much as a comfortable 70 degrees F (20 degrees C) at midday near the equator. The atmosphere of Mars is also roughly 100 times thinner than Earth's, but it is still thick enough to support weather, clouds and winds. Giant dust devils routinely kick up the oxidized iron dust that covers Mars' surface. The dust storms of Mars are the largest in the solar system , capable of blanketing the entire planet and lasting for months. One theory as to why dust storms can grow so big on Mars starts with airborne dust particles absorbing sunlight, warming the Martian atmosphere in their vicinity. Warm pockets of air flow toward colder regions, generating winds. Strong winds lift more dust off the ground, which in turn heats the atmosphere, raising more wind and kicking up more dust. At times, it even snows on Mars . The Martian snowflakes, made of carbon dioxide rather than water, are thought to be about the size of red blood cells. The north and south polar regions of Mars are capped by ice, much of it made from carbon dioxide, not water. Possibility of life Mars could have once harbored life. Some conjecture that life might still exist there today. A number of researchers have even speculated that life on Earth might have seeded Mars , or that life on Mars seeded Earth . Oceans may have covered the surface of Mars in the past, providing an environment for life to develop. Although the red planet is a cold desert today, researchers suggest that liquid water may be present underground, providing a potential refuge for any life that might still exist there. Several studies have shown that there is abundant water ice beneath the surface. Related:


"What are the last words of the film ""The Wizard of Oz""?"

The Wizard of Oz (1939) - Quotes - IMDb The Wizard of Oz (1939) Dorothy : How do you talk if you don't have a brain? Scarecrow : Well, some people without brains do an awful lot of talking don't they? Uncle Henry Gale : Well, howdy, Miss Gulch. Miss Gulch : [comes into the Gales' yard] I want to see you and your wife right away about Dorothy! Uncle Henry Gale : Dorothy? Well, what has Dorothy done? Miss Gulch : What she's done? I'm all but lame from the bite on my leg! Uncle Henry Gale : Oh, she bit her dog, eh? [Uncle Henry tries to shut the gate, but it hits her on the backside] Dorothy : [has just arrived in Oz, looking around and awed at the beauty and splendor] Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas any more. Dorothy : [after a pause] We must be over the rainbow! [a bubble appears in the sky and gets closer and closer. It finally lands, then turns into Glinda the Good Witch wearing a spectacular white dress and crown, holding a wand] Dorothy : [to Toto] Now I... I know we're not in Kansas! Share this: Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Permalink Hide options Auntie Em Gale : Almira Gulch, just because you own half the county doesn't mean that you have the power to run the rest of us. For twenty-three years, I've been dying to tell you what I thought of you! And now... well, being a Christian woman, I can't say it! Share this: Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Permalink Hide options Wizard of Oz : Why, anybody can have a brain. That's a very mediocre commodity. Every pusillanimous creature that crawls on the Earth or slinks through slimy seas has a brain. Back where I come from, we have universities, seats of great learning, where men go to become great thinkers. And when they come out, they think deep thoughts and with no more brains than you have. But they have one thing you haven't got: a diploma. Share this: Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Permalink Hide options [Dorothy watches the Wicked Witch melt] Wicked Witch of the West : You cursed brat! Look what you've done! I'm melting! melting! Oh, what a world! What a world! Who would have thought a good little girl like you could destroy my beautiful wickedness? Oooooh, look out! I'm going! Oooooh! Ooooooh! Wizard of Oz : As for you, my galvanized friend, you want a heart. You don't know how lucky you are not to have one. Hearts will never be practical until they can be made unbreakable. Tin Woodsman : But I still want one. Share this: Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Permalink Hide options Cowardly Lion : All right, I'll go in there for Dorothy. Wicked Witch or no Wicked Witch, guards or no guards, I'll tear them apart. I may not come out alive, but I'm going in there. There's only one thing I want you fellows to do. Scarecrow : I haven't got a brain... only straw. Dorothy : How can you talk if you haven't got a brain? Scarecrow : I don't know... But some people without brains do an awful lot of talking... don't they? Dorothy : Yes, I guess you're right. Dorothy : How about a hippopotamus? Cowardly Lion : Why, I'd thrash him from top to bottomus! Dorothy : Supposing you met an elephant? Cowardly Lion : I'd wrap him up in cellophane! Scarecrow : What if it were a brontosaurus? Cowardly Lion : I'd show him who was king of the forest! [the Flying Monkeys walking away, Tin Man and the Lion comes to him] Tin Woodsman : Well, what happened to you? Scarecrow : They tore my legs off and they threw it over there! Then, they took my chest off and they threw it over there! Tin Woodsman : Well, that's you all over. Cowardly Lion : They sure knocked the stuffings out of you, didn't they? Scarecrow : Don't stand there talking, put me together. We've got to find Dorothy. [the Tin Man and the Lion trying the fix the Scarecrow] Share this: Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Permalink Hide options [last lines] Dorothy : Oh, but anyway, Toto, we're home. Home! And this is my room, and you're all here. And I'm not gonna leave here ever, ever again, because I love you all, and - oh, Auntie Em - there's no place like home! Dorothy : Now which way do we go? Scarecrow : Pardon me, this way is a very nice way. Dorothy : Who said th


Calcaneus (Heel Bone) Fractures-OrthoInfo - AAOS Copyright 2016 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Calcaneus (Heel Bone) Fractures A fracture of the calcaneus, or heel bone, can be a painful and disabling injury.  This type of fracture commonly occurs during a high-energy event—such as a car crash  or a fall from a ladder—when the heel is crushed under the weight of the body. When  this occurs, the heel can widen, shorten, and become deformed. Calcaneus fractures can be quite severe. Treatment often involves surgery to reconstruct  the normal anatomy of the heel and restore mobility so that patients can return to  normal activity. But even with appropriate treatment, some fractures may result in  long-term complications, such as pain, swelling, loss of motion, and arthritis. Anatomy Normal foot anatomy. The bones of the feet are commonly divided into three parts: the hindfoot, midfoot,  and forefoot. Seven bones — called tarsals — make up the hindfoot and midfoot. The  calcaneus (heel bone) is the largest of the tarsal bones in the foot. It lies at the  back of the foot (hindfoot) below the three bones that make up the ankle joint. These  three bones are the: Tibia — shinbone Fibula—smaller bone in the lower leg Talus—small foot bone that works as a hinge between the tibia and the fibula Together, the calcaneus and the talus form the subtalar joint. The subtalar joint  allows side-to-side movement of the hindfoot and is especially important for balance  on uneven surfaces. Top of page Description Calcaneus fractures are uncommon. Fractures of the tarsal bones account for only about  2% of all adult fractures and only half of tarsal fractures are calcaneus fractures. A fracture may cause the heel bone to widen and shorten. In some cases, a fracture  may also enter the subtalar joint in the foot. When this occurs, damage to the articular  cartilage covering the joint may cause long-term complications such as chronic pain,  arthritis, and loss of motion. Severity The calcaneus is most often fractured during a: Fall from a height Twisting injury to the ankle Motor vehicle collision The severity of a fracture can vary. For example, a simple twist of the ankle may  result in a single crack in the bone. The force of a head-on car collision, however,  may result in the bone being shattered (comminuted fracture). Similar fractures can result from different mechanisms. For example, if you land on  your feet from a fall, your body's weight is directed downward. This drives the talus  bone directly into the calcaneus. In a motor vehicle crash, the calcaneus is driven  up against the talus if the heel is crushed against the floorboard. In both cases,  the fracture patterns are similar. As a rule, the greater the impact, the more the calcaneus is damaged. In a high-energy fracture, other injuries, such as fractures of the spine, hip, or  other heel, can occur. (Left) In some injuries, the talus is forced downward and acts like a wedge to fracture    the calcaneus. (Right) This computerized reconstruction of a calcaneus fracture shows the amount of damage    that can occur. Heel deformity Inability to put weight on the heel or walk With some minor calcaneus fractures, the pain may not be enough to prevent you from  walking — but you may limp. This is because your Achilles tendon acts through the  calcaneus to support your body weight. If, however, your calcaneus is deformed by  the injury, your muscle and tendon cannot generate enough power to support your weight.  Your foot and ankle will feel unstable, and you will walk differently. Top of page Doctor Examination It is important that you tell your doctor the circumstances of your injury. For example,  if you fell from a ladder, how far did you fall? It is also important that you tell your doctor if you have any other injuries or medical  problems, such as diabetes, or if you take medications or smoke. Physical Examination After discussing your symptoms and medical history, your doctor will perform a careful    e


Which Scotsman, a self-made man, merchant and yachtsman who created a tea brand, was a persistent challenger for the America's Cup?

Sailing with Sir Thomas Lipton, America's Cup Challenger Shamrock V! - YouTube Sailing with Sir Thomas Lipton, America's Cup Challenger Shamrock V! Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. The interactive transcript could not be loaded. Loading... Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Published on Jul 4, 2012 Sir Thomas Lipton says a few words about sailing as he prepares to compete in the America's Cup. Hear the legendary tea magnate shout commands to his crew as he guides the yacht Shamrock V through the seas. Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, 1st Baronet, KCVO (10 May 1848 -- 2 October 1931) was a Scotsman of Ulster-Scots parentage who was a self-made man, merchant, and yachtsman. He created the Lipton tea brand and was the most persistent challenger in the history of the America's Cup. King Edward VII and King George V both shared their interest in yachting with Lipton and enjoyed his company. Between 1899 and 1930 he challenged the American holders of the America's Cup through the Royal Ulster Yacht Club five times with his yachts called Shamrock through Shamrock V. His well publicised efforts to win the cup, which earned him a specially designed cup for "the best of all losers", made his tea brand famous in the U.S. As a self-made man Lipton, however, was no natural member of the British upper class and the Royal Yacht Squadron only admitted him shortly before his death. Lipton was inducted into the America's Cup Hall of Fame in 1993. Before the first Football World Cup was held in 1930, Thomas Lipton donated the Sir Thomas Lipton Trophy which was contested in two international tournaments in Turin in 1909 and 1911. He also donated the Copa Lipton trophy which has been contested between Argentina and Uruguay since 1905. Category


Dick Turpin was famous as what sort of criminal?

Dick Turpin - Highwaymen and Highway Robbery Dick Turpin "The Spurious Highwayman" Dick Turpin is probably the most famous highwayman of all. Mention the name to most people, and they will tell you he was a daring and dashing highwayman who famously rode from London to York on his faithful mare, Black Bess, in less than 24 hours. However, the popular Turpin legend contains not a grain of truth. In reality, Turpin's fictitious great ride was made by 17th-century highwayman John 'Swift Nick' Nevison , who early one morning in 1676 robbed a homeward-bound sailor on the road outside Gads Hill, Kent. Deciding he needed to establish an alibi, Nevison set off on a ride that took him more than 190 miles in about 15 hours. In addition, it was only at the very end of his life, while waiting to be hanged at York racecourse, that Turpin exhibited any of the swaggering nonchalance, heroism, or derring-do usually attributed to him. Prior to that, both his existence and his criminal ventures had been squalid, to say the least.ï¿½ The Essex Gang Dick Turpin was born in 1706 in rural Essex, the son of John Turpin, a small farmer and some-time keeper of the Crown Inn. Some biographers say he was born in Thackstead, others name Hempstead. Young Dick probably served an apprenticeship with a butcher in Whitechapel- in those days, a village on the fringes of the capital. During his apprenticeship he "conducted himself in a loose and disorderly manner." When his apprenticeship was over, he opened a butcher shop, and began to steal sheep, lamb and cattle. Caught in the act of stealing two oxen, he fled into the depths of the Essex countryside to save himself. After resurfacing, he tried his hand at smuggling, but proved as inept at this venture as he had at cattle rustling. Before long customs agents compelled Turpin and his gang to lay low. Many people think of Dick Turpin as a lone highwayman, however for the majority of his criminal career he was a member of the Essex Gang (also known as the Gregory Gang). Members of Turpin's gang are known to have included: Thomas Barnfield, Mary Brazier, John Fielder, Jasper Gregory, Jeremy Gregory, Samual Gregory, Herbert Haines, John Jones, James Parkinson, Joseph Rose, Thomas Rowden, Ned Rust, William Saunders, Richard Turpin, Humphry Walker, and John Wheeler. There may have been other members who were either not identified or who were only occasional associates of the Gang.ï¿½ Turpin and his gang invaded isolated farmhouses, terrorizing and torturing the female occupants into giving up their valuables. A typical attack took place at Loughton, in Essex, where Turpin heard of an old widow woman rumoured to keep at least ï¿½700 in the house. When the woman gamely resisted all of Turpin's efforts to discover the money's hiding place, he hoisted her into the open fire until she gave up her treasure. Robbing remote farmhouses was the Gang's speciality, and it was only towards the end of his criminal career that Turpin was actually involved in highway robbery. Flushed with success-and money-Turpin and his mates proceeded to rob their way around the Home Counties, frequently employing torture as a weapon of persuasion. By 1735, the London Evening Post regularly reported the exploits of Turpin and 'The Essex Gang' and the King had offered a reward of ï¿½50 for their capture. Eventually, local constables captured two of the gang, Turpin himself narrowly missing capture by bursting out a window.ï¿½ Epping Forest Turpin headed back into the familiar East Anglian countryside and lived rough for some time., until he began working with 'Captain' Tom King, one of the best-known highwaymen of the day and the kind of swashbuckling, devil-may-care character into which legend would later transform Turpin. From a cave in Epping Forest from which they could watch the road without being seen, they robbed virtually anyone who passed their hiding place. Even local peddlers started to carry weapons for protection. By 1737, Turpin had achieved such notoriety that another bounty of ï¿½100 was placed on his head- a reward that unw