Northumberland Coast | Towns | Hotels Northumberland Coast Northumberland Coast The Northumberland Coast – wild, yet beautiful Northumberland is an unspoilt county; even though there is easy access to the cosmopolitan city of Newcastle upon Tyne , and many small towns and villages, it is possible to get far away from it all. Nowhere is this more obvious than on its amazing coastline, where there is everything from traditional seaside towns (although admittedly, not many!) to remote beaches where all there is to see is sky and sea. Starting from the southeast corner of the county, in the borough of North Tyneside is the mouth of the mighty River Tyne, where coal has been a major cargo in past times, and from where passengers have travelled to Scandinavia until quite recently. Now ferries to Amsterdam are available from here. At Tynemouth are the ruins of a castle and priory, of which the priory may have been founded by King Edwin of Northumbria in the seventh century. Here also is the monument to Admiral Lord Collingwood, who assumed command at the Battle of Trafalgar after the death of Nelson. Collingwood’s home was in Morpeth, a pretty Northumbrian market town. Further up the coast is the town of Whitley Bay ; at one time the archetypal seaside town, with a funfair, donkey rides, amusement arcades, and all the trappings required for a seaside holiday. With the scaling down of this kind of holiday, resulting from the popularity of holidays abroad, Whitley Bay has also scaled down, but still retains the charm that attracted, and still attracts visitors. Blyth is the next town of any importance in the south east of the county; famous for its submarine base during the Second World War, and for its many coalmines. These are all gone now, and many people live there but work in Newcastle. It has a very long stretch of beach with sand dunes, which are the delight of many residents who enjoy long walks there, relishing the fresh sea air. Blyth is at the forefront of wind turbine technology too, this is demonstated by the pier, with its windmill like generators. Travelling by road involves moving inland to enable renewed access to the coast. Taking the A189, and then the A1068, with detours to the small seaside town of Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, and the magnificent beach and nature reserve at Druridge Bay, the next stops are Amble for its pretty harbour on the mouth of the River Coquet, and Warkworth for its castle. This castle was once the home of the Percy family, and, famously, that of Harry Hotspur, who gave the Scots a really hard time! Look out for the turn off to Alnmouth , a beautiful fishing village which shouldn’t be missed. With its pubs, great walks, and a welcoming Franciscan Friary to visit, Alnmouth is the perfect place for an overnight stay, or perhaps even for even longer. Joining the B1339 at Lesbury and then on to the B1340 will take you to Seahouses ; a good base for exploring points north and south of the town. Seahouses is a fishing village and seaside town, with some of the attractions you would expect; the one of the best being a boat trip to the Farne Islands to see all kinds of seabirds, including puffins, and in the autumn, the seals. After enjoying what Seahouses has to offer, take a trip south again and visit the coastal village of Craster, famous for its kippers. From Craster there is the ruined Dunstanburgh Castle, reachable only on foot, but well worth the effort. It was built in 1313 by Thomas, Earl of Lancaster, and is in a very dramatic location on the edge of a cliff. Going north of Seahouses, the next place of note is Bamburgh and its castle, which is markedly different from Dunstanburgh, being occupied and restored. Nearby is the Grace Darling Museum, commemorating Northumberland’s most famous heroine, and telling of the brave sea rescue performed by Grace and her father. Here road travellers must make their way to the A1 motorway to continue the journey northwards. The next amazing place to visit is Lindisfarne or ‘Holy island’. As indicated by its name, it remains a place of pilgrimage for Chri


Mekele and Adama are the 2nd/3rd most populous cities in which African country?

Ethiopia Map, Map of Ethiopia Äthiopien Karte Formally known as the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, this eastern African nation is sometimes considered the cradle of civilization. Ethiopia's history is one of the oldest in the world, with the earliest known human remains discovered in the country dating back up to 200,000 years. Ethiopia's history is intertwined with its neighbor, Eritrea. Together, their lands were ruled by the D'mt kingdom from the 8th to the 4th century BC, and by the 1st century AD it was controlled by the powerful Kingdom of Aksum. Ethiopia was an early adopter of Christianity as an official religion around 320 AD, and was probably the second country ever to adopt the religion. The Middle Ages saw the rise of the Zagwe dynasty, which like the Aksumite Empire, had contact with the major powers of Europe. Emperor Menelik II, who ruled from 1889 to 1913, conquered surrounding regions, joining the Oromo, Sidama, Gurage, Wolayata, and other groups to create the empire that is now Ethiopia, though he subjugated the people in the process, killing many. The Italians gave support to Menelik, gaining influence in return, as well as eventual control over the land of Eritrea. What began as support for Menelik led to bloody conflict, in which Italy attempted to gain control but the Ethiopians defended their land. The conflict led to a serious famine which killed one-third of the population. Emperor Haile Selassie I ruled Ethiopia, fighting Italian occupation and soon severing Italy's control. The legacy of Ethiopia is that it became the first independent African nation to join the UN and was a founding member. Ethiopia led the way in Africa, serving as a model, as shown by the many other African nations incorporating Ethiopia's national colors as they gained independence. Neighboring Countries Countries sharing a border with Ethiopia are Eritrea, Djibouti, Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan, Kenya. Major Cities Adama Geography Ethiopia is an entirely landlocked country, and is in fact the most populous landlocked country worldwide. Its terrain features highlands of mountains, plateaus, and the Great Rift Valley, caused by the separating tectonic plates. There are deserts along Ethiopia's eastern border, and tropical forests in the south, though Ethiopia faces deforestation problems. Mount Entoto is one of Ethiopia's most prominent mountains, rising 3,200 meters over Addis Adaba. Some of Ethiopia's major rivers include the Blue Nile, one of the Nile's main tributaries, which begins at Lake Tana and may have been the river of the Garden of Eden, and Awash River that drains toward Djibouti at Lake Abbe. Points of Interest Ethiopia has the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any country in Africa. One of those is Aksum, a historic city of Ethiopia, featuring Church of St. Mary of Zion, which legends say is the home of the Ark of the Covenant. Also in Aksum are archaeological sites, like the Stelae fields, tombs, ancient scriptures, and the Palace of the Queen of Sheba. The capital, Addis Adaba, offers a variety of museums and government buildings, historic places of worship, the imperial palace where Menelik once ruled, and plenty of shopping. Ethiopia also has many national parks, including Abijatta Shalla Lakes, Awash, Bale Mountains, Mago, Nechisar, Simien, and Omo National Parks. Transportation Ethiopia's main airport is Bole International Airport near Addis Adaba, followed by Dire Dawa's Aba Tenna D. Yilma International Airport, and other international airports in Mekele and Bahir Dar. Buses are available to take travelers to the borders of Ethiopia, but from there, you must walk across the border. There is no rail service in Ethiopia. To get around, renting a car is a good option with the improving paved and gravel roads, as is using a bicycle.


Vitamin A: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia Orange and yellow vegetables and fruits. Other sources of beta-carotene such as broccoli, spinach, and most dark green, leafy vegetables. The more intense the color of a fruit or vegetable, the higher the beta-carotene content. Vegetable sources of beta-carotene are fat- and cholesterol-free. Side Effects If you do not get enough vitamin A, you are at increased risk for eye problems. These include reversible night blindness and then non-reversible corneal damage known as xeropthalmia. Lack of vitamin A can lead to hyperkeratosis or dry, scaly skin. If you get too much vitamin A, you can become sick. Large doses of vitamin A can also cause birth defects. Acute vitamin A poisoning most often occurs when an adult takes several hundred thousand IUs of vitamin A. Symptoms of chronic vitamin A poisoning may occur in adults who regularly take more than 25,000 IU a day. Babies and children are more sensitive to vitamin A, and can become sick after taking smaller doses of vitamin A or vitamin A-containing products such as retinol (found in skin creams). Large amounts of beta-carotene will not make you sick. However, increased amounts of beta-carotene can turn the skin yellow or orange. The skin color will return to normal once you reduce your intake of beta-carotene. Recommendations The best way to get the daily requirement of essential vitamins is to eat a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, fortified dairy foods, legumes (dried beans), lentils, and whole grains. The Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine -- Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) Recommended Intakes for Individuals of Vitamin A: Infants (average intake) 0 to 6 months: 400 micrograms per day (mcg/day) 7 to 12 months: 500 mcg/day The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for vitamins is how much of each vitamin most people should get each day. The RDA for vitamins may be used as goals for each person. Children (RDA) 1 to 3 years: 300 mcg/day 4 to 8 years: 400 mcg/day 9 to 13 years: 600 mcg/day Adolescents and Adults (RDA) Males age 14 and older: 900 mcg/day Females age 14 and older: 700 mcg/day (770 during pregnancy and 1,300 mcg during lactation) How much of each vitamin you need depends on your age and gender. Other factors, such as pregnancy and your health, are also important. Ask your health care provider what dose is best for you. Alternative Names Retinol; Retinal; Retinoic acid; Carotenoids Images Vitamin A source References Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board. Dietary Reference Intakes: Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenium, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. National Academy Press. Washington, DC, 2001. PMID: 25057538 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25057538 . Mason JB. Vitamins, trace minerals, and other micronutrients. In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Goldman's Cecil Medicine. 24th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Saunders; 2011:chap 225. Salwen MJ. Vitamins and trace elements. In: McPherson RA, Pincus MR, eds. Henry's Clinical Diagnosis and Management by Laboratory Methods. 22nd ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Saunders; 2011:chap 26. Read More Retina Review Date 2/2/2015 Updated by: Emily Wax, RD, The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Brooklyn, NY. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Isla Ogilvie, PhD, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team. Related MedlinePlus Health Topics


What is the most successful literary work to date of the writer E L James?

E.L. James: PW's Publishing Person of the Year E.L. James: PW's Publishing Person of the Year By Rachel Deahl         | Nov 30, 2012 2012 was a momentous year in the publishing industry. The Department of Justice sued five members of the big six publishers (and Apple) over e-book pricing. Two of the biggest publishers in the country, Penguin and Random House, announced they planned to merge. It was also the year that an unknown author, writing under the pen name E.L. James, found overnight success with an erotic trilogy, beginning with the novel Fifty Shades of Grey. The level of the trilogy’s success, the speed with which it achieved that success, and the fact that it was launched in an untraditional manner, led us to select its author as the most significant player on the publishing stage this year. Everyone loves a Cinderella story. As people who work in the storytelling business, we love them even more than most. This year, we were treated to a whopper: it was about a wannabe novelist who took her small romance tale from an experimental work on a fan fiction Web site, published it initially with a tiny outfit in Australia, landed a multi-million dollar advance with the largest trade publisher in the world, and then capped it off by becoming the author of the fastest-selling adult series of all time. To date, the Fifty Shades trilogy—Fifty Shades of Grey, Fifty Shades Darker, and Fifty Shades Freed—has sold more than 35 million copies in the U.S., and 65 million copies worldwide. Ask someone who works in the book business what to make of E.L. James, née Erika Leonard, and there’s no telling what the response might be. Some see her as a savior, others as a harbinger of death. She could point to where the industry is headed, or she could be an anomaly. No matter the take, James’s effect on publishing is going to be a lasting one. The only question is what her legacy will be. It’s not just about the numbers, either. If E.L. James had taken her manuscript about a self-conscious college student (who just happens to be a virgin) becoming enmeshed with an unspeakably handsome and successful entrepreneur (who just happens to have a thing for BDSM) to an agent, signed a traditional deal with a big six house, and sold an unexpectedly high volume of books, she would be a notable bestseller. But she didn’t. Although James did not “self-publish” in the technical sense of the word—she posted the trilogy as Twilight fan fiction online before releasing the series digitally and in POD with a company called the Writer’s Coffee Shop—she might as well have. What she did do is jump from publishing a book with a house too small to fill any significant print orders, to reach those aforementioned sales figures. So while the numbers are impressive, what’s more impressive is that those numbers are for a project that came into the traditional system through untraditional means. From the start, James, who’s done a limited number of press appearances—she dislikes the spotlight and is uncomfortable in front of crowds—has said that she is as amazed as everyone else by the stratospheric sales she’s achieved. It is hard to imagine that anyone could plan for what happened to her or, more specifically, map out an approach that could produce this result. Most authors will tell you it’s hard to write with any objective other than finishing. At a time when publishers are becoming more analytical about the potential for a book’s sales, there’s something wonderfully unsettling about this notion that James simply got lucky. When PW asked her whether she saw herself as a disrupter, as someone changing the business, she laughed: “Not at all! I consider myself to be someone who’s been lucky enough to write a book that women seem to want to read. That’s all.” And read they do. One thing that’s important to note about the Fifty Shades trilogy is that it continues to connect with people who claim they are not regular readers. Historically, this tends to be the case with massive hits: the same was said of the Harry Potter books, the Twilight Saga, and the H


What colour is the top band on the flag of Libya?

Libya Flag | Libyan Flag Egypt Flag Design The flag of Libya is a tricolor, with three horizontal bands of red, back and green colors respectively, forming the base. Of these, the black band is the largest in width. On the center is an emblem comprised of a white crescent and a five-pointed star. The flag bears a ratio of 1:2, being twice as long as it is broad. Symbolism The design forming the central portion-the crescent and star on a black background-has its roots in the design of the banner used during the Senussi Dynasty, which was founded in Mecca in 1837. The red color represents the blood of the Libyan people who lost their lives in the fascist rule of Italy, and the green color stands for peace. History When Libya gained independence in 1951, the Kingdom of Libya was established. That was then the current flag of Libya was first adopted. After the coup of 1969, the Libyan Arab Republic was established, when the flag was changed under the directions of Muammar al-Gaddafi. He was overthrown in the 2011 civil war, which featured the rebels using, and later re-establishing, the same flag. Fact about Libya flag


John Travolta's character in 'Grease' had the surname Zuko but what was his first name?

Grease (1978) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC Good girl Sandy and greaser Danny fell in love over the summer. When they unexpectedly discover they're now in the same high school, will they be able to rekindle their romance? Director: Famous Directors: From Sundance to Prominence From Christopher Nolan to Quentin Tarantino and every Coen brother in between, many of today's most popular directors got their start at the Sundance Film Festival . Here's a list of some of the biggest names to go from Sundance to Hollywood prominence. a list of 23 titles created 21 Dec 2013 a list of 23 titles created 22 Jan 2014 a list of 27 titles created 3 months ago a list of 44 titles created 3 months ago a list of 30 images created 1 month ago Search for " Grease " on Amazon.com Connect with IMDb Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Nominated for     1     Oscar. Another    3 wins & 7 nominations. See more awards  » Videos Spending the summer at a Catskills resort with her family, Frances "Baby" Houseman falls in love with the camp's dance instructor, Johnny Castle. Director: Emile Ardolino A Brooklyn teenager feels his only chance to succeed is as the king of the disco floor. His carefree youth and weekend dancing help him to forget the reality of his bleak life. Director: John Badham An English student at a 1960's American high school has to prove himself to the leader of a girls' gang whose members can only date greasers. Director: Patricia Birch After a young man is murdered, his spirit stays behind to warn his lover of impending danger, with the help of a reluctant psychic. Director: Jerry Zucker A city teenager moves to a small town where rock music and dancing have been banned, and his rebellious spirit shakes up the populace. Director: Herbert Ross When a worldly singer witnesses a mob crime, the police hide her as a nun in a traditional convent where she has trouble fitting in. Director: Emile Ardolino A poet falls for a beautiful courtesan whom a jealous duke covets. Director: Baz Luhrmann A man in a legal but hurtful business needs an escort for some social events, and hires a beautiful prostitute he meets... only to fall in love. Director: Garry Marshall Cady Heron is a hit with The Plastics, the A-list girl clique at her new school, until she makes the mistake of falling for Aaron Samuels, the ex-boyfriend of alpha Plastic Regina George. Director: Mark Waters A pretty, popular teenager can't go out on a date until her ill-tempered older sister does. Director: Gil Junger A rich high school student tries to boost a new pupil's popularity, but reckons without affairs of the heart getting in the way. Director: Amy Heckerling A Pittsburgh woman with two jobs as a welder and an exotic dancer wants to get into ballet school. Director: Adrian Lyne Edit Storyline A musical about teens in love in the 50's! It's California 1959 and greaser Danny Zuko and Australian Sandy Olsson are in love. They spend time at the beach, and when they go back to school, what neither of them knows is that they both now attend Rydell High. Danny's the leader of the T-Birds, a group of black leather jacket-wearing greasers while Sandy hangs with the Pink Ladies, a group of pink-wearing girls led by Rizzo. When they clash at Rydell's first pep rally, Danny isn't the same Danny from the beach. They try to be like each other so they can be together. Written by Alex Schultz <NedSDeclassified2967> Grease is the word See more  » Genres: Rated PG-13 for sexual content including references, teen smoking and drinking, and language | See all certifications  » Parents Guide: 16 June 1978 (USA) See more  » Also Known As: $12,705,463        (USA) (27 March 1998) Gross: 110 min Sound Mix: DTS (re-release) (1998)| Dolby Digital


In the UK game of Monopoly, what is the card colour of the Vine Street property?

Vine Street | Monopoly Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Houses cost £100 each Hotel, £100 plus 4 Houses If a player owns ALL the lots of any Color-Group, the rent is Doubled on Unimproved Lots in that group. Vine Street is the third Orange property in the UK version of the classic Monopoly boardgame. It is named for a short and narrow street with no establishments in London, England. This set of properties has a legal theme. Despite being a tiny street, Vine Street had a major police station which was once one of the busiest police stations in the world. Other Properties in set


Who was the wife of William the Conqueror?

Arrayed in Gold: Wife to the Conqueror: Matilda of Flanders, Queen of England Matilda of Flanders Queen of England and Duchess of Normandy Matilda of Flanders, the wife of William the Conqueror, and the first woman to be crowned and titled Queen of England after the Norman Conquest, was born sometime in 1031. She was of illustrious descent: her father, Baldwin V, was the Count of Flanders, and her mother Adela, was a daughter of the King of France. On one side or the other, Matilda was related to most of the royal families of Europe. She was extremely well-educated, and said to be very beautiful - though modern research shows that she never exceeded 5 feet in height. According to old chroniclers, she had a refined, delicate features, a well-set head, and a graceful figure. And when she was in her state dress, she would have compared favorably with a Greek statue. Matilda spent her early years in Lille, a town that was built by her own father in Northern France. She inherited his talent for architecture which she would later turned to such good account. It was also in Lille that Matilda met an English ambassador named Brihtric, the Earl of Gloucester. The youthful Matilda fell in love with him, but Brihtric never returned her affections. He returned to England, perhaps even forgot about her, but her pride was wounded, and she was said to take her revenge years later. Although Matilda's father Baldwin V possessed no higher title than Count, he ruled over a realm which was one of the wealthiest and most powerful in Europe. So it is no wonder that his daughter was a much sought-after bride. One of her numerous suitors was her own cousin, William of Normandy, the illegitimate and only son of Robert, Duke of Normandy and a woman named Herleva, a daughter of a tanner. William was called by his enemies as "William the Bastard", but he had no problem with it. Even though he was illegitimate, his father made him heir, and when Robert died, William succeeded as Duke of Normandy at the tender age of seven. William grew up to be a handsome and athletic man, according to all accounts. By the age of nineteen, he was already a toughen man and a reputable warrior who had successfully defended his title. But the Count of Flanders had misgivings regarding William's position, and this view was shared by Matilda. She didn't want him as her husband. She considered herself too high-born to be considered marrying a bastard even though he was a Duke. But William was not the sort of man to easily give up. Matilda was the smallest Queen of England. Her height never exceeded beyond five feet. He had fallen in love with Matilda when he saw her for the first time at the French court. He was said to be so passionately enamored of her that he would do anything to obtain her, whether it means by using force. Nevertheless, her words reached him and he felt slighted. And so one day, while Matilda and her ladies were on their way home from church, she was met by William. Her ladies were alarmed by his wild demeanor, but Matilda remained calm. She remained adamant that she would not marry a bastard, and upon hearing this, William dragged her off her horse by her long braids, and threw her down in the mud-covered street in front of her flabbergasted attendants. He did not abduct her; he rode away. The Count of Flanders took offense at this, and prepared to attack William's dominions, but Matilda intervened. She may had found William's violent behavior "macho" and likable because she finally agreed to marry him, to the astonishment of all. "His request pleases me well," she said. When her father laughingly asked her how she consented to the marriage after her scornful refusal, she was said to reply: "Because I did not know the Duke then so well as I do now; for he must be a man of great courage and high daring who could venture to come and beat me in my father's place." William and Matilda were married at the Angi Castle in Normandy, when they were 25 and 21, respectively. Soon after their marriage, the Pope expressed his displeasure at this marriage between


Tower Hill, Barbican, Notting Hill and Baker Street are stations on which London underground line?

List of London Underground Lines and Stations List of London Underground Lines and Stations Line: Bakerloo Elephant & Castle Lambeth North Waterloo Embankment Charing Cross Piccadilly Circus Oxford Circus Regent's Park Baker Street Marylebone Edgware Road Paddington Warwick Avenue Maida Vale Kilburn Park Queen's Park Kensal Green Willesden Junction Harlesden Stonebridge Park Wembley Central North Wembley South Kenton Kenton Harrow & Wealdstone Line: Central Epping Theydon Bois Debden Loughton Buckhurst Hill Grange Hill Chigwell Roding Valley Woodford South Woodford Snaresbrook Hainault Fairlop Barkingside Newbury Park Gants Hill Redbridge Wanstead Leytonstone Leyton Stratford Mile End Bethnal Green Liverpool Street Bank St.Paul's Chancery Lane Holborn Tottenham Court Road Oxford Circus   Bond Street Marble Arch Lancaster Gate Queensway Notting Hill Gate Holland Park Shepherd's Bush White City East Acton North Acton West Acton Ealing Broadway Hanger Lane Perivale Greenford Northolt South Ruislip Ruislip Gardens West Ruislip Line: Hammersmith & City Hammersmith Goldhawk Road Shepherd's Bush Latimer Road Ladbroke Grove Westbourne Park Royal Oak Paddington Edgware Road Baker Street Great Portland Street Euston Square King's Cross Farringdon Barbican Moorgate Liverpool Street Aldgate Tower Hill Aldgate East Whitechapel Line: Circle Tower Hill Aldgate Liverpool Street Moorgate Barbican Farringdon King's Cross Euston Square Great Portland Street Baker Street Edgware Road Paddington Bayswater Notting Hill Gate High Street Kensington Gloucester Road South Kensington Sloane Square Victoria St.James's Park Westminster Embankment Temple Blackfriars Mansion House Cannon Street Monument Line: District Upminster Upminster Bridge Hornchurch Elm Park Dagenham East Dagenham Heathway Becontree Upney Barking East Ham Upton Park Plaistow West Ham Bromley-by-Bow Bow Road Mile End Stepney Green Whitechapel Aldgate East Tower Hill Monument Cannon Street Mansion House Blackfriars Temple Embankment Westminster St. James's Park Victoria Sloane Square South Kensington Gloucester Road High Street Ken. Earl's Court West Brompton Fulham Broadway Parsons Green Putney Bridge East Putney Southfields Wimbledon Park Wimbledon West Kensington Barons Court Hammersmith Ravenscourt Park Stamford Brook Turnham Green Gunnersbury Kew Gardens Richmond Chiswick Park Acton Town Ealing Common Ealing Broadway Line: East London New Cross New Cross Gate Surrey Quays Rotherhithe Wapping Shadwell Whitechapel Shoreditch Line: Jubilee Stanmore Canons Park Queensbury Kingsbury Wembley Park Neasden Dollis Hill Willesden Green Kilburn West Hampstead Finchley Road Swiss Cottage St.John's Wood Baker Street Bond Street Green Park Westminister Waterloo Southwark London Bridge Bermondsy Canada Water Canary Wharf Canning Town West Ham Stratford Line: Metropolitan Aldgate Liverpool Street Moorgate Barbican Farringdon King's Cross Euston Square Great Portland Street Baker Street Finchley Road Wembley Park Preston Road Northwick Park Marylebone Harrow-on-the-hill West Harrow Rayners Lane Eastcote Ruislip Manor Ruislip Ickenham Hillingdon Uxbridge North Harrow Pinner Northwood Hills Northwood Moor Park Croxley Watford Rickmansworth Chorleywood Chalfont Latimer Chesham Amersham Line: Northen Morden South Wimbledon Colliers Wood Tooting Broadway Tooting Bec Balham Clapham South Clapham Common Clapham North Stockwell Oval Kennington Elephant Castle Borough London Bridge Bank Moorgate Old Street Angel King's Cross Waterloo Embankment Charing Cross Leicester Square Tottenham Court Road Goodge Street Warren Street Euston Mornington Crescent Camden town Kentish Town Tufnell Park Archway Highgate East Finchley Finchley Central Mill Hill East West Finchley Woodside Park Totteridge Hiigh Barnet Chalk Farm Belsize Park Hampstead Golders Green Brent Cross Hendon Central Colindale Burnt Oak Edgeware Line: Picadilly Cockfosters Oakwood Southgate Arnos Grove Bounds Green Wood Green Turnpike Lane Manor House Finsbury Park Arsenal Holloway Road Caledonian Road King's Cross Russell Square Holborn Cove


What was the up-market fast-food chain started in 1986 by Sinclair Beecham and Julian Metcalfe?

Julian Metcalfe: We're ahead of US in fast food, says Pret A Manger boss | Daily Mail Online comments For a man who wants to launch his new restaurant chain in the US and was once in partnership with fast-food giant McDonald’s, Pret A Manger founder Julian Metcalfe is not afraid to tell Americans some hard truths about their eating habits. With one high-street food revolution under his belt, plus his healthy food-making firm Metcalfe’s Food Company, Metcalfe is getting stuck into expanding another project. Itsu, his Far East-inspired food chain which was launched in 1997 and opened its 50th store in Richmond, Surrey, last month, is a ‘baby’, he says. But he has great ambitions for it. Light bites: Julian Metcalfe with his healthy snacks including 'skinny' popcorn made by Metcalfe's Food Company It may be small by comparison with Pret A Manger, which has more than 60 of its 335 shops in the US, but already he has his sights on America for Itsu, which he sees as an alternative to more unhealthy fast food. ‘Somebody has to give the American fast-food giants a run for their money. Wouldn’t it be great to see lots of Americans eating healthy food before they all die? That’s why Pret’s doing so well in America.   Coca-Cola bottler is latest to suffer effect of Ukraine crisis We have more than 60 stores in the US because people are bored with eating fried food,’ he says. ‘It says a lot about Britain that in many areas – in music, food, theatre and cinema – we are so brilliant, so ahead. We eat far better than they do in America.’ It’s a view that is rather at odds with his past actions, of course. Metcalfe and his co-founder at Pret, Sinclair Beecham, famously sold a third stake in Pret to McDonald’s in 2001 for £50million, enduring a torrent of bad publicity from those customers and critics who thought he had ‘sold out’ to the ‘enemy’. In 2008 the involvement of McDonald’s ended when Pret was sold to private equity firm Bridgepoint, while the management, including Metcalfe and Beecham, retained a 33 per cent stake. His comments about American fast-food chains suggest the relationship he once had with McDonald’s is well and truly over. French-Anglo Saxon: Pret A Manger sandwich chain was set up by Metcalfe and Sinclair Beecham in 1986 ‘You go to McDonald’s and you can pay £5.50 for a meal,’ he said, but he wants to ‘educate’ people that ‘healthy options don’t have to cost the earth’. Metcalfe fantasises about having Itsus at motorway service stations. ‘That’s my dream: one day to be driving down the M4 and see an Itsu. Starbucks, Greggs, Itsu – screech – in I go,’ says the 54-year-old Old Harrovian. Itsu last hit the headlines in 2006 when the former KGB agent Alexander Litvinenko ate at the chain’s Piccadilly restaurant before finding he had been poisoned by radioactive polonium-210. Litvinenko died three weeks later. Traces of the poison were found in the restaurant and Metcalfe was ordered to close it, though subsequent tests showed that it was not the source. Metcalfe is enjoying sampling his own snacks – which feature a calorie count on the packaging ‘because it reminds people’ – and jokes that without his team he would just be travelling around finding good food. He says: ‘When Pret started there was nothing else. So with Pret it was about preservative-free food. It was about how can we make food every day and get rid of it every night. It was like, “Oh my God, now I’ve created a rod for my back”. Healthier choice: Julian Metcalfe sees Itsu's food as an alternative to more unhealthy fast food in the US ‘Itsu’s taken the whole thing to a new level. The food of Asia is amazing, it’s wonderful. Pret A Manger is more French-Anglo Saxon. ‘The thing about the Anglo Saxon menu is that at breakfast we love the steamed milk, we love croissant, we love bread. We [Itsu] don’t even open at breakfast. It opens at 11. But at night you can come into Itsu and have a beer and a potsu of chicken and brown rice or noodles. Some of our stores are very busy in the evening.’ He adds: ‘The secret is to not do too much. That’s the stre


Who was the editor of the Spectator magazine from 1999 to 2005?

Spectator Magazine Subscription | Buy at Newsstand.co.uk | UK Current Affairs Features: The Pope, La La Land £5.75 inc. p&p to United Kingdom Request this issue Next Issue: 21/01/2017, Due:20/01/2017 £5.75  Essentially the magazine of choice of the Conservative Party – bumbling but lovable buffoon, Boris Johnson was editor fairly recently – The Spectator is an informed and intelligent current affairs and politics mag. The Spectator features in each weekly issue an abundance of writing talent from the likes of Hugo Rifkind and Christopher Booker, shown off in thought-provoking comment and opinion columns, articles on domestic and international politics, economics and society and features on issues and areas of interest to those of a Tory mind – though the writing is good enough that it can be enjoyed regardless of the political content. The Spectator also reviews a large number of books and looks at the recent art scene, covering exhibitions, cinema, theatre, radio and television. Buy a single copy of SPECTATOR or a subscription of your desired length, delivered worldwide. Current issues sent same day up to 3pm!   All magazines sent by 1st Class Mail UK & by Airmail worldwide (bar UK over 750g which may go 2nd Class). Boris Johnson, Mayor Of London. How did that happen? Johnson was the editor of The Spectator magazine from 1999, succeeding the similarly named but no relation Frank Johnson, up until 2005 when he left to join the shadow cabinet under David Cameron. Since then, however, his political career has really taken off, and unless you truly understand the British mindset it is hard to see why. Boris comes across as a bit of a fool, given to the usage of obsolete, flowery and incredibly upper class language whenever possible. Don’t forget it was him who proudly reminded us all that table tennis was invented by upper class British Army officers, and used to be called ‘Whiff-whaff’. He was embroiled in sex scandals, pictured wobbling across London on a bike more than a few times, has offended towns across the length and breadth of the country through insensitive comments, and yet for some reason we still love him. He wiffles about, all unkempt, unruly blond hair and odd manners, stammering and stuttering as he gets across a strange combination of classical references and upper class nonsense words. He made unforgettable appearances on Have I Got News For You, confusing, bemusing and seemingly entrancing everyone. He is loved in London because he is different. No-one can quite believe that he has been given a position of authority, but it is undeniably amusing. He has carefully cultivated an image that brings him sympathy and humour votes – we love Boris because he may be an odd fellow, but he’s our odd fellow. NB What do you want to do? Subscribe here Create your very own SPECTATOR subscription using the slider below to select how many issues you would like. 52 £286.00 inc p&p to United Kingdom Buy single issues of Spectator magazine Use the arrows to view and buy single issues of Spectator Magazine currently in stock, as well as pre-order future issues. 14/01/2017 £5.75 inc p&p The current issue of Spectator Magazine is currently out of stock However, we can try and order a copy in for you if you would like us to. If so, please enter your email below and we will let you know if this issue becomes available and you can then decide to purchase it or not. NB: We may not succeed so please consider ordering the next issue. Email:


In February 2011 an earthquake killed over 180 people in which New Zealand city?

Christchurch: after the earthquake, a city rebuilt in whose image? | Cities | The Guardian Cities: back from the brink Christchurch: after the earthquake, a city rebuilt in whose image? New Zealand's second largest city was struck by disaster in February 2011 – and debate still rages as to whether it should ape its old character or develop a new one Christchurch's Catholic basilica has remained closed since the 2011 earthquake. Whether it will be restored or demolished is yet to be decided. Photograph: Charles Anderson for the Guardian Cities is supported by Monday 27 January 2014 03.00 EST First published on Monday 27 January 2014 03.00 EST Share on Messenger Close A recent international visitor to New Zealand's second largest city asked Coralie Winn why there were so many diggers in its centre tearing down buildings. It seemed they had little notion that less than three years earlier, Christchurch had endured a series of earthquakes that destroyed the city's infrastructure, homes and communities. The most violent quake, on 22 February 2011, killed 181 people. Thousands more were made homeless, and an area more than four times the size of London's Hyde Park was deemed uninhabitable. Less than three years on, the diggers that rattle about Christchurch's gridded streets are a constant reminder of how far there is to go to recreate what was once there. "People don't comprehend," Winn said. "Rebuilding a city is complicated." In the wake of the earthquake, Winn helped found an organisation devoted to creatively inhabiting the vacant gaps where those buildings once stood. Gaps are expected to keep opening up for at least another five years, as 70%of the central business district's (CBD) buildings come down. Many locals cannot remember what the central city used to look like. Gravel quadrants have replaced multi-storey buildings, creating lines of sight through the city that never existed before. Many of the buildings that still stand are boarded up, with steel fencing around them as they wait to be sold or demolished. The main strip of bars and restaurants that lined the river, and was the site of the city's main entertainment hub, is now an empty lot. A man rides past a destroyed church in Christchurch, after the quake, in 2011. Photograph: Hannah Johnston/Getty Images Until recently, you could look through the dusty windows of a closed down cafe and still see an untouched 22 February 2011 edition of the local newspaper. And while creative novelties such as a retail mall made entirely out of steel shipping containers draw increasing numbers of visitors, the city's other main attraction is the battered and broken cathedral in the middle of the main square – a monument to what was endured. The new Christchurch, which is being marketed as "greener, more compact, more accessible and safer", will cost in the region of NZ$40bn (£20.3bn) – almost 20% of New Zealand's annual GDP. In the immediate aftermath of the earthquake, central government moved to triage the most important parts of a functioning city. Infrastructure like roads and bridges had been shattered. Silt that had bubbled up from the earth clogged sewerage systems. Powerlines were down. Homes were without working toilets for weeks, sometimes months. The government's response was to establish a single body, the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority (Cera). It was solely responsible  for managing the rebuild. "If you look around the world at cities which have experienced disasters, it is single-purpose organisations that are the most efficient," said Cera's chief executive, Roger Sutton. This one was tasked with managing the complete project – from the demolition of commercial buildings and residential homes to planning the next phase of rebuilding. In the early period, almost 8,000 of the area's 180,000 homes were "red zoned", meaning land was so badly damaged that it was unlikely it could ever be rebuilt on. A further 9,100 properties were reckoned to be uninhabitable because they required such major repairs. From June 2010 to June 2012, the population for the great


Ariel, Gillette, Duracell and Oral-B are all brands of which global giant?

PGIndia.com India Brand Information: Gillette, Ariel, Olay, Gillette Whisper Ambi Pur Though we strive hard to keep our homes and our cars clean and tidy, the results are rarely satisfactory. Odours that linger in our homes just before guests arrive, or a persistent stench that never leaves the car, not only adversely affect our mood, but also that of our guests. With this in mind, P&G experts have bottled the fragrance of freshness with the new Ambi Pur range for both homes and cars. Please visit http://www.rewardme.in/products/product-detail.php?id=ambipur for more information Ariel Introduced in 1991, Ariel was the first to bring the 'compact detergent' technology, the enzyme technology for safe and superior stain-removing power and the 'smart eyes' technology into India, with an aim of becoming India's best stain removal detergent. Ariel contains safe ingredients for all fabrics under recommended usage conditions for laundry. The Ariel product range in India includes different variants to meet your specific needs like Ariel OxyBlu, Ariel Oxyblu Ultramatic, Ariel Front O Mat, Ariel 2in1. Global Website: www.ariel.co.uk Duracell Duracell batteries have a history of providing dependable power when and where you need it the most. Our range of Batteries gives you the right power for all your device needs, providing up to 10x performance. The product range in India includes Duracell and Duracell Ultra. Duracell is available in sizes AAA, AA, C, D, and 9-volt while Duracell Ultra is available in sizes AA and AAA sizes. Global Website: http://www.duracell.com Gillette Gillette® has been at the heart of men’s grooming for over 100 years. Each day, more than 600 million men around the world trust their faces and skin to Gillette’s innovative razors and shaving products designed for the unique needs of men – helping them to look, feel and be their best every day. The razor range in India includes Gillette Vector, Gillette Mach3, Gillette Mach3 Turbo, Gillette Guard and Gillette Mach3 Turbo Sensitive and Gillette Fusion. The Shave Care range includes Gillette Fusion HydraGel, Gillette Series Sensitive Skin Foam, Gillette Series After Shave & Gillette Classic Shave Foam Sensitive Skin. The Gillette Skincare regimen is a no-fuss and efficient solution in caring for the health and appearance of men’s skin and includes a special range of designed-for-men Gillette Skincare Foaming Wash, Gillette Skincare Scrub, Gillette Skincare Facial Moisturizer with Aloe Vera, Gillette Skincare Facial Moisturizer with SPF and Gillette Skincare Lotion 100ml. Global Website: www.gillette.com Head & Shoulders Since 1950, Head & Shoulders has been at the forefront of scalp and hair science, significantly advancing the treatment of dandruff and scalp problems. Along with professional advice and expert insight we have a wide range of products to care for your scalp and nurture your hair. Head & Shoulders is available in 8 variants in India including Men Hair Retain, Complete Care for Dry Scalp, Anti Hair fall, Smooth & Silky, Cool Menthol, Clean & Balanced, Thick & Long & Silky Black. Global Website: www.headandshoulders.com/ Olay Olay is a product truly born in love created by Graham Wulff for his wife Dinah in 1950s to address her frustration with the then thick and waxy beauty creams. Today, Olay is one of the most recognizable brands in the world. Yet through all the changes and innovations, the philosophy upheld by Graham Wulff remains just as relevant as ever: Help women look and feel beautiful and Challenge what’s possible with their skin. The Olay portfolio in India covers Base Moisturizer, Anti Ageing and Olay Whitening. The Anti Aging range includes Olay Regenerist, Olay Total Effects, and Olay Age Protect. The Olay Whitening range includes Olay White Radiance and Olay Natural White. The Base Moisturizer includes Olay Moisturizing Lotions and Creams. India Website: www.olay.in Oral-B Oral-B continuously strives to work closely with the dental professionals and deliver high quality products, which make us leaders* in the $ 4.5 billion toothbr


Conrad Black, jailed in the USA in 2007 for fraud, was the former publisher of which UK daily newspaper?

Conrad Black guilty of multiple fraud charges - Telegraph Conrad Black guilty of multiple fraud charges   Conrad Black arrives at court before the verdicts were delivered    Image 1 of 2 Jack Boultbee, Mark Kipnis and Peter Atkinson were all found guilty of the same fraud charges as Black and face up to 15 years in prison  By David Litterick in Chicago and Philip Johnston 12:01AM BST 14 Jul 2007 Analysis: No comfort for Conrad Black Conrad Black , the former media tycoon, last night faced years in jail after an American jury found him guilty of criminal fraud and obstructing justice. The Canadian-born peer, once the head of the world's third largest newspaper group, which included The Daily Telegraph, was cleared of nine other charges , including racketeering. He launched an immediate appeal. Prosecutors said he could expect to go to jail for at least 15 years, though the potential sentence is more than twice that. Related Articles Conrad Black profile: A ruthless tycoon 14 Jul 2007 He could also be forced to pay back millions of pounds in fines and forefeitures to reimburse shareholders in the company he once controlled. Hollinger International, now called the Sun-Times Media Group, is suing him for $540 million over alleged negligence, breach of contract and "unjust enrichment". His conviction prompted the Conservatives to disown him by removing the whip in the House of Lords and last night MPs called for him to be stripped of his peerage. Black's elevation to the Lords in 2001 was the high point of a glittering financial career. When he took his seat, he was introduced by Margaret Thatcher. But his spectacular fall from grace was complete at the end of a four-month trial in which he was compared to a bank robber who "lied and stole and betrayed the trust of thousands of shareholders''. Prosecutors said he and three others stole millions in a scheme that involved falsifying documents and lying to shareholders to cover it up. The jury in Chicago , which took almost a fortnight to consider its verdicts, heard a tale of greed, lavish living and corporate intrigue during a trial likened to a circus, a soap opera and a re-run of Citizen Kane. Throughout, Black maintained a lofty disdain for the proceedings, which he once called a "toilet seat" hanging around prosecutors' necks. His defence team did not put him on the stand to give evidence on his own behalf. His composure deserted him towards the end of the hearing when he gesticulated angrily at reporters. His wife, Barbara Amiel, herself a journalist, called her colleagues covering the trial ''vermin''. Black left court holding the hands of his wife and his daughter, Alana, 25. He made no comment. His lawyer, Edward Greenspan, said: "He came here to face 13 counts. Conrad Black was acquitted of all the central charges. We intend to appeal. We disagree with the government's position on sentencing. We believe, based on the convictions, the sentences are far less." Black, 62, was charged after an investigation into his activities at Hollinger International in 2004 concluded that he and other executives oversaw a "corporate kleptocracy." He was also accused of using the company as a "piggy bank" to fund his billionaire lifestyle. Accommodation, personal staff, food, opera tickets, holidays, club membership fees, restaurant bills, jogging attire and even charity donations were charged to the company. But his undoing was not the use of a private jet to travel on holiday to Bora Bora or the houses in London, New York and Palm Beach - he was acquitted of improperly using company money to subsidise his lifestyle. He was brought down by a device known as a "non-compete fee", under which he paid himself and his co-defendants for agreeing not to compete with themselves. They received the money from a subsidiary of their own company that owned only one paper and was in the process of selling it. Black and his cohorts kept the money without passing it on to his company shareholders. Of the total £3.2 million that was stolen from the company, Black personally received £1.7 million, alt


In which Caribbean country did an earthquake kill thousands in January 2010?

More information A Clean Water Partnership in Haiti The Haitian Government, UN agencies and NGOs are delivering 4.2 million liters of clean drinking water every day – a major success considering Port-au-Prince’s notorious traffic jams and ever shrinking boulevards from rubble spilling into the streets. PAHO/WHO assists the National Direction for Potable Water and Sanitation with chlorination for water trucks at filling stations to kill bacteria, which left untreated, can cause disease outbreaks in crowded settlement sites. Read more... Six-month Report on the Humanitarian Response in Haiti The UN Inter-Agency Standing Committee has published a six-month report on the response to the humanitarian crisis in Haiti following the 12 January 2010 earthquake. The IASC is the primary mechanism for inter-agency coordination of humanitarian assistance and involves the key UN and non-UN humanitarian partners. Click here to read the full report . Haiti Fact Sheets The Pan American Health Organization has prepared Fact Sheets on the health situation in Haiti, in the aftermath of the 12 January 2010 earthquake. Among the themes covered: emergency and disaster response, the health cluster, health systems, environmental health, priority communicable diseases, mental health, nutrition, and others. Read more... A week in the life of PAHO/WHO Haiti office Nothing compares to the rhythm and energy of a work week at the PAHO/WHO representative office in post-earthquake Haiti. Even under ideal conditions, this office faced huge challenges in trying to meet the health needs of the Haitian population. Since the earthquake, the staff has expanded, incorporating health experts from around the world to help rebuild the health system. As each week begins, the PAHO/WHO team begin work with their counterparts at other agencies and within the Ministry of Health to help tackle the country's health problems. Read more... Turn-Key Projects Can Help in the Reconstruction of Health Facilities in Haiti As part of the reconstruction strategy in Haiti, large-scale infrastructure projects are expected to begin, based on the pledges made at the first International Donors Conference in New York on 31 March. Several turn-key projects are likely to be considered, under the assumption that they will save time and money. However, managing this type of project requires specific knowledge and input from the building’s clients (in the case of health facilties, this might be the Ministry of Health) and the users (patients and staff, for example). The study prepared, principally for public sector healthcare facilities, provides guidance on maximizing the success rate for these projects. Haitians Delivering Healthcare to Haitians Primary response to the earthquake of 12 January, including its health consequences, has come from the Haitian people themselves. Neighbors have been helping neighbors, rural families have taken in displaced victims from the city, and communities are developing new strategies to adapt to changed conditions. The following story describes different types of services that have been set up by and for the Haitian people. Read the photo story Three Families, One Camp Families and individuals in temporary housing constructed since the earthquake face acute health threats. In the over 300 temporary settlements that have sprung up since the quake, PAHO/WHO and other international agencies are working with the Government of Haiti and local communities to organize vaccination programmes, monitor for disease outbreaks and deliver clean water, among other health interventions, to reduce the impact of these living environments. Haiti Earthquake: Health Q&As What was the impact of the earthquake? As of 15 February, the national Civil Protection Agency estimates that 217,366 people died from the 12 January earthquake. More than 500,000 people have left Port-au-Prince for outlying departments, including nearly 100,000 who have gone to Grand Anse and more than 160,000 to Artibonite. The Government estimates that 97,294 houses were destroyed and 188,383 were damage


What is the grape distillate, lower in alcohol than cognac, which is traditionally made in the Gers region in Gascony?

Brandy B Brandy Brandy (from brandywine, derived from Dutch brandewijn—"burnt wine") is a spirit produced by distilling wine , the wine having first been produced by fermenting grapes. Brandy generally contains 36%–60% alcohol by volume and is typically taken as an after-dinner drink. While some brandies are aged in wooden casks, most are coloured with caramel colouring to imitate the effect of such aging. Brandy can also be made from fermented fruit (i.e., other than grapes) and from pomace. Types of brandy There are three main types of brandy. The term "brandy" denotes grape brandy if the type is not otherwise specified. Grape brandy Grape brandy is produced by the distillation of fermented grapes. American grape brandy is almost always from California . Popular brands include Christian Brothers, Coronet, E&J, Korbel, Paul Masson and J. Bavet. Armagnac is made from grapes of the Armagnac region in Southwest of France (Gers, Landes, Lot-et-Garonne). It is single-continuous distilled in a copper still and aged in oaken casks from Gascony or Limousin. Armagnac was the first distilled spirit in France. Armagnacs have a specificity: they offer vintage qualities. Popular brands are Darroze, Baron de Sigognac, Larressingle, Delord, Laubade, Gélas and Janneau. Brandy de Jerez is a brandy that originates from vineyards around Jerez de la Frontera in southern Spain.It is used in some sherries and is also available as a separate product. It has a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO). The traditional production method has three characteristics: (1) Aged in American oaken casks with a capacity of 500 litres, previously having contained sherry. (2) The use of the traditional aging system of Criaderas and Soleras. (3) Aged exclusively within the municipal boundaries of Jerez de la Frontera, El Puerto de Santa María, and Sanlúcar de Barrameda in the province of Cádiz. Cognac comes from the Cognac region in France, and is double distilled using pot stills. Popular brands include Hine, Martell, Rémy Martin, Hennessy, Ragnaud-Sabourin, Delamain and Courvoisier. Pisco is produced in Peru and Chile . Portugal : Lourinhã, located in western Portugal, is one of the few brandy-making areas, besides Cognac, Armagnac and Jerez, that have received appellation status. South African South African grape brandies are, by law, made almost exactly as in Cognac, using a double- distillation process in copper pot stills followed by aging in oak barrels for a minimum of three years. Because of this, South African brandies are of a very high quality. A popular brand is Klipdrift. Other countries: Grape brandy is also produced in many other countries, including Armenia, Bulgaria , Cyprus, Georgia, Germany , Greece , Italy , Macedonia, Mexico , Moldova , Romania , and Ukraine . Cyprus brandy differs from other varieties in that its alcohol concentration is only 32% ABV. The European Union legally enforces Cognac as the exclusive name for brandy produced and distilled in the Cognac area of France , and Armagnac from the Gascony area of France, using traditional techniques. Since these are considered PDO, they refer not just to styles of brandy but brandies from a specific region, i.e. a brandy made in California in a manner identical to the method used to make cognac, and which tastes similar to cognac, cannot be so called in Europe as it is not from the Cognac region of France. Grape brandy is best when it is drunk at room temperature from a tulip-shaped glass or a snifter . Often it is slightly warmed by holding the glass cupped in the palm or by gently heating it. However, heating it may cause the alcohol vapor to become too strong, so that the aromas are overpowered. Brandy, like whisky and red wine , has more pleasant aromas and flavors at a lower temperature, e.g., 16 °C (61 °F). In most homes, this would imply that brandy should be cooled rather than heated for maximum enjoyment. Furthermore, alcohol (which makes up 40% of a typical brandy) becomes thin as it is heated (and more viscous when cooled). Thus, cool brandy produces a fuller and smoothe


Who in 2002 became the first winner of the TV reality show 'I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here'?

Im a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here - Example Problems Im a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here From Example Problems Jump to: navigation , search I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! is a reality television show in which minor celebrities live in jungle conditions with few creature comforts. A fourth series of the show, which is set in Australia , aired on ITV1 in the United Kingdom late in 2004 . ABC aired one series of an American version in February and March 2003 . Two series have also been aired in Germany - entitled Ich bin ein Star - Holt mich hier raus. The UK show is hosted by Ant and Dec . In the US John Lehr presents proceedings, the German hosts are Dirk Bach and Sonja Zietlow . There is also a Czech series of the show. Contents 5 External links Format In return for their appearance on the show the celebrities are asked to nominate a charity to which the producers, Granada Television , make donations. The celebrities themselves are also paid a fee (reported to be £25,000 for UK competitors) to compensate them for possible loss of earnings while they are in the jungle. The producers of the show keep the precise details of the celebrities' contracts very private, prompting much speculation from the tabloid media. The money is raised by allowing viewers to vote by phone, text message or the red button for the celebrity they would like to complete a "Bushtucker Trial" - a physical task usually involving snakes, spiders or other creepy-crawlies found in the jungle - and, later in each series, to vote for the celebrity they would like to see evicted from the show. The last remaining celebrity after all others have been evicted is the winner of the show. Winners of the show include Tony Blackburn , Phil Tufnell , Kerry McFadden , Joe Pasquale (UK), Cris Judd (US) and Costa Cordalis and Désirée Nick (Germany). Popularity and criticism The show is undoubtedly popular, at least within the UK. The finales of the second and third series were seen by 12.5 and 15.3 million people respectively - well over half of all people watching television in the country at the time of day in both cases. The show also helped singer Peter Andre resurrect his music career in 2004 . However, it has come under fire from some critics on two counts: The first complaint is that the show is trashy TV, consisting of has-been or never-were celebrities trying to revive their careers. The UK's Secretary of State for Culture at the time, Tessa Jowell , was the most high-profile person to criticise the show. In an interview with the Financial Times during the second British series, she said, "If they weren't mostly - save their blushes - has-been celebrities, there might be more interest [...] I think that if we saw many more programming hours taken over by reality TV, I hope you'd begin to see a viewers' revolt." The second criticism of the show is that it pretends to be more wild than it actually is. Audiences are left with the impression that the celebrities are in the Australian Outback far from any major settlement whereas they are close to a luxury hotel. Further, the camp site in which the celebrities stay appears to be open to the elements but is largely covered by sheets above the view of the cameras. In an episode of the British show, a celebrity had to swim in a swamp apparently infested with crocodiles . Marksmen were shown ready to shoot the animals if they attacked. It was later revealed that the crocodiles were man-made and moved by remote control. Series 5 The fifth series of I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here has been confirmed by ITV in their Autumn Line Up. This time round the show will be set in the tropics of Cardwell in Queensland , Australia . The location is home to the salt water Crocodile . More information about the fifth series is expected soon. List of participants


Whose first novel in a famous series was 'The Colour of Magic' in 1983?

The 30 Best Fantasy Book Series of All Time :: Books :: Lists :: Page 1 :: Paste The 30 Best Fantasy Book Series of All Time By Frannie Jackson  |  February 23, 2016  |  4:00pm Share Tweet Submit Pin Some readers equate fantasy with hobbits and magic wardrobes. Others conjure images of a wizard P.I. in Chicago or a gunslinger in a magical Wild West. And that is the beauty of the genre. Fantasy thrives on the creation of new worlds, species and magic systems. It allows for the impossible to occur—for elves to fall in love with humans and for street urchins to wield magic. Fantasy introduces readers to adventures starring world-conquering villains and selfless heroes (or, sometimes, tender-hearted villains and amoral heroes). In short, fantasy is a genre of epic strength and incandescent beauty. To celebrate the heritage of the genre, we’ve assembled a list of what we believe are the best fantasy series of all time. Enjoy reading our selections (listed in alphabetical order by series title), and share your favorites in the comments. The Black Company by Glen Cook First Book in the Series: The Black Company (1984) Description: Good fantasy tales rely on world building, and Glen Cook’s Black Company series has this in spades. The tales cover more than 400 years of rich history across the 10 novels, three sub-series and plenty of short stories that followed. Though a series’ title isn’t always telling for literal descriptions of the adventures within, The Black Company couldn’t be a better fit; the collection mulls morality within a group of hired mercenaries in a multi-dimensional world of wizards and magic. Aside from fantasy aficionados, Cook found an eager audience in real-life soldiers, too, who embraced The Black Company’s more true-to-life portrayal of mercenaries handling life within their chosen profession. —Tyler R. Kane The Broken Empire Trilogy by Mark Lawrence First Book in the Series: Prince of Thorns (2011) Description: Mark Lawrence’s Broken Empire Trilogy wraps a war epic around a family drama within a coming-of-age story, creating a multi-layered fantasy series steeped in dark magic. Physically and emotionally scarred after watching the murders of his mother and brother, Jorg Ancrath, the titular “Prince of Thorns,” transitions from a tortured child to a callous leader vying for the throne. Beyond delivering memorable (if sometimes vicious) characters, Lawrence’s trilogy presents the all-too-common “teen fighting to unite the land” storyline with a twist: this protagonist won’t hesitate to leave a trail of corpses in his wake. —Frannie Jackson The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis First Book in the Series: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (1950) Description: C.S. Lewis’ kindhearted Narnia series sometimes feels like the yang to Tolkien’s serious and moody yin, which makes sense, given that the two Inklings were close friends for decades. Lewis’ series, though, is too often reduced to the child-friendly The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. It’s the other entries that feel more epic and filled with heraldic magic, such as the high-seas adventure and beautiful vistas of Voyage of the Dawn Treader, or the wondrous moments of Narnia’s birth in The Magician’s Nephew. The way time passes so quickly in Narnia vs. our own world also infuses the series with a gentle but persistent sense of remorse; constant reminders that all things are impermanent. Even the great empires of our heroes in one entry are all swept away by the time we reach the next, ultimately showing us many sides of the land of Narnia. —Jim Vorel The Chronicles of Prydain by Lloyd Alexander First Book in the Series: The Book of Three (1964) Description: In an age when any successful tween series is hyped as a potential film franchise, Lloyd Alexander’s pentalogy has managed to stay out of the limelight (Disney’s unfortunate 1985 film The Black Cauldron notwithstanding). Soaked gently in Welsh mythos without being beholden to it, this coming-of-age tale of Assistant Pig-Keeper Taran and his friends tells a story that’s both high fantasy and touch


Which term has come into use for musicals based on a catalogue of previously released songs?

MusicalTheaterSongs.com Glossary 11:00 number: The last big solo in a show for the leading character. Usually occurs late in Act 2 and marks the pinnacle of his or her emotional and musical journey. Examples include “Rose’s Turn” from Gypsy (1959), “If He Walked Into My Life” from Mame (1964) and “The American Dream” from Miss Saigon (1989).  50's Rock and Roll Style: Songs or shows that were either composed during the 1950s and use this style (think Elvis), or are a parody or pastiche of this style. Shows include All Shook Up (2005 Elvis Presley jukebox musical). Songs include “Freddy My Love” from Grease (1972). May be either up-tempo or ballad in style. Great audition material for shows such as Grease, All Shook Up, Smokey Joe's Cafe etc. 60's Pop-Rock Style: Songs or shows that were either composed during the 1960s and use this style or are a parody or pastiche of this style. Shows Include Hair (1969). Songs include: “Good Morning Baltimore” from Hairspray (2002). May be either up-tempo or ballad in style. Ideal for shows such as Hair, Hairspray, Jersey Boys, Jesus Christ Superstar etc. 70's Pop-Rock Style: Songs or shows that were either composed during the 1970s and use this style or are a parody or pastiche of this style. Shows include Jesus Christ Superstar (1971). Songs include “The Winner Takes it All” from Mama Mia (1999 Abba jukebox musical featuring music from the 1970s). May be either up-tempo or ballad in style. Ideal for shows such as Saturday Night Fever, The Wiz, Godspell, Pippin, A Chorus Line, Mama Mia etc. 80's Pop-Rock Style: Songs or shows that were either composed during the 1980s and use this style or are a parody or pastiche of this style. Shows include Blood Brothers (1983). Songs include “Anthem” from Chess (1988). May be either up-tempo or ballad in style. Ideal for shows such as Chess, Miss Saigon, Moving Out, We Will Rock You etc. Act 1 closer: A song that comes at the end of Act 1. A musical and dramatic milestone for a character with a wider emotional and musical arc than what he or she has sung to this point. Examples include: “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” from Gypsy (1959), “And I’m Telling You” from Dreamgirls (1982) and “Defying Gravity” from Wicked 2005. actor who sings: Songs geared toward actors for whom singing is not their prime focus. These songs are often more spoken than sung, have smaller vocal ranges and are written as character songs. Examples include “I’m an Ordinary Man” from My Fair Lady (1956) or “Send in the Clowns” from A Little Night Music (1973). adult language: Songs that use profanity or other explicit terms. Examples include: “Sodomy” from Hair (1967) and “Everything Else” from Next to Normal (2008). adult playing child/teen: Songs/Shows in which the character's age is a child or teenager under 17, but the vocal and/or dramatic demands of the role require an actor who is older to play it. Examples include "My Friend The Dictionary" from 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2005) or You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown (1968).  adult themes: Song that include references to drugs, sex, mental disorders and other volatile topics. Often, but not always, they include adult language. Examples include “If You Were Gay” from Avenue Q (2003) and “The Acid Queen” from Tommy (1969). american opera Songs or shows composed during the 20th and 21st centuries, usually employing legitimate or classically trained voices for many of the roles.  Vocal ranges are often larger than for most typical musical theater songs and the technical and musical demands are more pronounced. Works may also be less tonal harmonically and melodically.  Examples include "Promise Me Tommy" from The Grapes of Wrath (2007), "The Promise Of Living" from The Tender Land (1954) and Lizzie Borden (1965). american operetta: Songs or shows composed during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, usually employing legitimate or classically trained voices for many of the roles. Also refers to parodies or pastiches of this period and this style. Examples include “Lover Come Back to Me” from The New Moon (1927), “


Who was sacked as a judge on 'Strictly Come Dancing' in 2009 in favour of a younger panellist?

Strictly Come Dancing's Arlene Phillips is a victim of ageism, says Harriet Harman - Telegraph Strictly Come Dancing Strictly Come Dancing's Arlene Phillips is a victim of ageism, says Harriet Harman Arlene Phillips, the Strictly Come Dancing judge who was dropped from the show  in favour of a younger star, was the victim of age discrimination, according  to Harriet Harman. Arlene Phillips is being replaced on the Strictly Come Dancing judging panel by Alesha Dixon Photo: BBC By Anita Singh, Showbusiness Editor 7:39PM BST 16 Jul 2009 Comments In an extraordinary Government intervention, Labour’s Deputy Leader and Equalities Minister described the BBC’s decision to replace Miss Phillips as “absolutely shocking” and called for her to be reinstated. Miss Phillips, 66, a veteran choreographer, has been replaced by Alesha Dixon, 30, a pop star who won the ballroom competition in 2007. The male judges, who range in age from 44 to 65, and the show’s 81-year-old host, Bruce Forsyth, have been retained. During Commons questions, Miss Harman said: “I think it’s absolutely shocking that Arlene Phillips is not going to be a judge on Strictly Come Dancing. “As Equalities Minister, I am suspicious that there is age discrimination there. So I’d like to take the opportunity of asking the BBC: it is not too late, we want Arlene Phillips in the next edition of Strictly Come Dancing.” Her comments were in response to a question from Nigel Evans, Conservative MP for Ribble Valley, who called for a debate on the BBC to “try and drag them kicking and screaming into the 21st century”. Related Articles Strictly Come Dancing judge Arlene Phillips 'to be replaced by former winner Alesha Dixon' 18 Jun 2009 Mr Evans told The Daily Telegraph: “We had the problem with the BBC and ageism when they got rid of the excellent Moira Stuart. This seems exactly the same. They are ditching a person whom they see as being on the wrong side of the tracks as far as age is concerned and replacing her with a younger model. It’s almost like a TV presenter scrappage scheme.” Nick Ross, the former Crimewatch presenter who departed the corporation amid accusations of ageism, said discrimination was felt more keenly by women than by men. “The discrimination is not sexist so much as ‘lookist’,” he said. The BBC is facing further accusations of discrimination by announcing that Jo Whiley, 44, one of its most experienced DJs, was being sidelined at Radio 1. She will move to a weekend slot while the daily morning show she has hosted for eight years is to be taken over by Fearne Cotton, 27. Responding to Miss Harman’s comments, A BBC spokesman said: “Harriet Harman is entitled to her view and it is great to know she’s a fan of the show. Age had absolutely nothing to do with the decision to replace Arlene Phillips. The BBC employs numerous mature presenters across the schedule.” Bring back Arlene: join our campaign by leaving your comments below


Which fashion designer was found hanged at home in 2010?

McQueen left a note and hanged himself, coroner says - CNN.com McQueen left a note and hanged himself, coroner says Fashion designer Alexander McQueen was found dead in his London home on February 11, 2010. STORY HIGHLIGHTS Coroner tells inquest designer left note and hanged himself Alexander McQueen, 40, found dead at London home last week Coroner's officer says police are looking at suicide note McQueen's death mourned by fashion world and fans worldwide London, England (CNN) -- Fashion designer Alexander McQueen hanged himself in his wardrobe and left a suicide note, a coroner told a London inquest Wednesday. McQueen , 40, was found dead at his London apartment Thursday. The cause of death was asphyxia and hanging, said coroner's officer Lynda Martindill. A police officer told the inquest that McQueen's death was "nonsuspicious," according to Martindill. "The coroner said a note had been found and is being looked at by the police," Martindill said, without offering details about the note. The coroner adjourned the inquest until April 28 in order to complete the full post-mortem report, she said. McQueen, who had dressed stars from Sarah Jessica Parker and Nicole Kidman to Rihanna and Sandra Bullock, killed himself nine days after the death of his mother. He expressed his devastation at her death on his Twitter account days before he died. Video: McQueen in his own words Video: Death of a fashion icon Video: McQueen's global impact McQueen, whose real name was Lee Alexander McQueen, had a reputation for controversy that earned him the titles "enfant terrible" and "the hooligan of English fashion." British Vogue Editor Alexandra Shulman called him a "modern-day genius." "His brilliant imagination knew no bounds," she said after his death. Eccentric singer Lady Gaga, who called herself a big fan and wore McQueen's alien-inspired stilettos in a recent video, dedicated her performance at Tuesday night's BRIT Awards in London to the designer. McQueen was born in 1970 in London's East End, the son of a taxi driver, according to a biography on the Vogue Web site. He trained in London's Savile Row at a company that made suits for Prince Charles. One anecdote that helped cement his bad-boy image was that he had once embroidered a suit for the Prince of Wales with a profanity sewn into the lining. His clothing line was purchased in 1991 by stylist Isabella Blow, who became a close friend. She committed suicide in 2007, five years after his label was brought into the Gucci Group, based in Paris, France. In an interview with CNN's Jim Bittermann in October, McQueen spoke of the changing nature of runway shows for fashion designers. His latest show was an invitation event for 1,000 people, and was streamed live on the Internet. "It's got to progress and it's got to move on," he said. "I've been doing these shows for over 15 years now; I must have done about 60 shows. Even I get bored with the same concept, so this way, I can see a brighter future for fashion." The designer was honored as a commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 2003, and won numerous other awards in the fashion world. Share this on:


'Into the Woods' is a musical with music and lyrics by which composer?

Into The Woods: Composer Stephen Sondheim Interview - Lifestyle Writer 27/12/2014 Into The Woods is a modern musical spin on traditional fairy tales, with multi award-winning composer Stephen Sondheim captivating audiences through his score, rhythm and magical lyrics. Be enchanted by the sounds of this glorious film… Have you booked your tickets yet? Prepare for a magical treat of visual artistry and captivating musical compositions that are sure to strike a chord, when Into the Woods hits cinemas on January 8, 2015. The film is based on the original 1987 Broadway musical stage production, Into The Woods, by acclaimed writer James Lapine and eight-time Tony®, GRAMMY® and Oscar® winning composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim, who produced both the musical’s music and lyrics as well as the film’s adaptation. You’d be hard-pressed to find a hit musical that didn’t have Stephen Sondheim’s Midas touch behind it. His list of achievements stretches for decades, from West Side Story (1957) to Sweeney Todd (1979) and Dick Tracy (1990), with umpteen in-between. He has even had the Broadway venue formerly known as Henry Miller’s Theatre renamed after him in his honour. And now he’s back with the film adaptation of Into the Woods to talk lyrics, composition and score. Aaah, music to our ears… Into The Woods: Composer Stephen Sondheim Reveals The Score & Lyrics Behind His Musical Masterpiece Stephen Sondheim receives a standing ovation at the world premiere of Into the Woods. Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture. Copyright. Here, Stephen reveals … … How the stage musical Into The Woods came about “[Writer] James Lapine and I had such a good time writing Sunday in the Park with George and were pleased with what we’d done, so we said, ‘Let’s write another show.’  We wanted to write a fantasy-quest musical like The Wizard of Oz. James thought of taking a number of traditional fairy tales and combining them with a new one, so he made up the story of the Baker and his Wife and incorporated the characters from Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel and Little Red Riding Hood.” Into The Woods: Composer Stephen Sondheim Writer James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim attend the world premiere of Into the Woods. Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. Copyright. … Adapting the stage play to screen “{Director] Rob [Marshall] has a theatre background, which is crucial, and he’s a choreographer, which is also crucial. This kind of musical needs a director who knows how to stage numbers. The songs in Into the Woods are part of the context, the plotting, the ambience and the texture. But when the action stops for the song – Cinderella describing her experience at the ball, or Little Red’s experience in the Wolf’s stomach – those are numbers that have to be inventively staged. Rob is one of the few directors who can do that well.” … Working with Meryl Streep “Meryl Streep is so remarkable it’s hard to talk about her without sounding like her agent. Everybody knows about her versatility: her ear for accents alone is remarkable. But more than that, she has an ability to find colours in a lyric that I’ve rarely come across. She would do a number of takes on the songs in the recording studio and every take was different in some way. She would take the lyric and – I suspect a lot of it is conscious, but it’s also her gift – and with each take, try it from a different angle. You can listen to all the takes and no two are alike in terms of tone. It’s subtle, but they are distinctly different. A single moment in a lyric could be angry or annoyed or laconic. A good actress can always find different colours in a line reading, but it’s infinitely more difficult to do that with a lyric because a lyric is confined by the rhythm, stress and inflections of the music.” Into The Woods James Corden and Meryl Streep star in Into the Woods, a modern twist on beloved fairy tales that explores the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. Photo by: Peter Mountain. © 2014 Disney Enterprises, I


Thirty years after he painted the Sistine chapel's ceiling, what is the title of the fresco painted by Michelangelo, also in the chapel?

1000+ images about Michelangelo (1475-1564) on Pinterest | Vatican city, Florence and Michelangelo Pinterest • The world’s catalog of ideas Michelangelo (1475-1564) Michelangelo di Buonarroti 1475-1564, sculptor, painter, architect, poet, archetypal Renaissance man, along with Leonardo da Vinci. One of the greatest artists of all time, best artist of 16th century. Best-known works, the Pietà and David, sculpted before he turned 30. Despite his low opinion of painting, Michelangelo also created two of the most influential works in fresco in the history of Western art: the Creation on the ceiling, The Last Judgment in the Sistine Chapel in Rome. 40 Pins537 Followers


'Up in the Sky', 'Supersonic' and 'Shakermaker' are three of the tracks on which Oasis album?

Free Oasis album Definitely Maybe download & streaming | SONG365 57 Listener Summary Of Definitely Maybe Definitely Maybe by Oasis release on Aug 30, 1994Definitely Maybe include Rock 'n' Roll Star, Shakermaker, Live Forever, Up in the Sky, Columbia, Supersonic, Bring It on Down, Cigarettes & Alcohol, Digsy's Dinner, Slide Away, Married With Children, Shakermaker (Slide Up Mix), Bring It On Down (Monnow Valley), Columbia (White Label Demo), Cigarettes & Alcohol (Demo), Sad Song (Remastered), I Will Believe (Live), Take Me Away (Remastered), Alive (Demo), D'Yer Wanna Be A Spaceman? (Remastered), Supersonic (Live), Up In The Sky (Acoustic), Cloudburst (Remastered), Fade Away (Remastered), Listen Up (Remastered), I Am The Walrus (Live Glasgow Cathouse June '94), Whatever (Remastered), (It's Good) To Be Free (Remastered), Half The World Away (Remastered), Supersonic (Live At Glasgow Tramshed), Rock 'n' Roll Star (Demo), Shakermaker (Live Paris Instore), Columbia (Eden Studios Mix), Cloudburst (Demo), Strange Thing (Demo), Live Forever (Live Paris Instore), Cigarettes & Alcohol (Live At Manchester Academy), D'Yer Wanna Be A Spaceman? (Live At Manchester Academy), Fade Away (Demo), Take Me Away (Live At Manchester Academy), Sad Song (Live At Manchester Academy), Half The World Away (Live, Tokyo Hotel Room), Digsy's Dinner (Live Paris Instore), Married With Children (Demo), Up In The Sky (Live Paris Instore), Whatever (Strings) Popular Albums By Oasis


Which prominent Mexican painter was married to Frida Kahlo?

Frida Kahlo Biography Frida Kahlo Biography Self Portrait With Necklace Magdalena Carmen Frida Kahlo y Calderon, as her name appears on her birth certificate was born on July 6, 1907 in the house of her parents, known as La Casa Azul (The Blue House), in Coyoacan. At the time, this was a small town on the outskirts of Mexico City. Her father, Guillermo Kahlo (1872-1941), was born Carl Wilhelm Kahlo in Pforzheim, Germany. He was the son of the painter and goldsmith Jakob Heinrich Kahlo and Henriett E. Kaufmann. Kahlo claimed her father was of Jewish and Hungarian ancestry, but a 2005 book on Guillermo Kahlo, Fridas Vater (Schirmer/Mosel, 2005), states that he was descended from a long line of German Lutherans. Wilhelm Kahlo sailed to Mexico in 1891 at the age of nineteen and, upon his arrival, changed his German forename, Wilhelm, to its Spanish equivalent, 'Guillermo'. During the late 1930s, in the face of rising Nazism in Germany, Frida acknowledged and asserted her German heritage by spelling her name, Frieda (an allusion to "Frieden", which means "peace" in German). Frida's mother, Matilde Calderon y Gonzalez, was a devout Catholic of primarily indigenous, as well as Spanish descent. Frida's parents were married shortly after the death of Guillermo's first wife during the birth of her second child. Although their marriage was quite unhappy, Guillermo and Matilde had four daughters, with Frida being the third. She had two older half sisters. Frida once remarked that she grew up in a world surrounded by females. Throughout most of her life, however, Frida remained close to her father. The Mexican Revolution began in 1910 when Kahlo was three years old. Later, however, Kahlo claimed that she was born in 1910 so people would directly associate her with the revolution. In her writings, she recalled that her mother would usher her and her sisters inside the house as gunfire echoed in the streets of her hometown, which was extremely poor at the time. Occasionally, men would leap over the walls into their backyard and sometimes her mother would prepare a meal for the hungry revolutionaries. Kahlo contracted polio at age six, which left her right leg thinner than the left, which Kahlo disguised by wearing long skirts. It has been conjectured that she also suffered from spina bifida, a congenital disease that could have affected both spinal and leg development. As a girl, she participated in boxing and other sports. In 1922, Kahlo was enrolled in the Preparatoria, one of Mexico's premier schools, where she was one of only thirty-five girls. Kahlo joined a gang at the school and fell in love with the leader, Alejandro Gomez Arias. During this period, Kahlo also witnessed violent armed struggles in the streets of Mexico City as the Mexican Revolution continued. Career as painter Self Portrait 1932 After the accident, Frida Kahlo turned her attention away from the study of medicine to begin a full-time painting career. The accident left her in a great deal of pain while she recovered in a full body cast; she painted to occupy her time during her temporary state of immobilization. Her self-portraits became a dominant part of her life when she was immobile for three months after her accident. Frida Kahlo once said, "I paint myself because I am often alone and I am the subject I know best". Her mother had a special easel made for her so she could paint in bed, and her father lent her his box of oil paints and some brushes. Drawing on personal experiences, including her marriage, her miscarriages, and her numerous operations, Kahlo's works often are characterized by their stark portrayals of pain. Of her 143 paintings, 55 are self-portraits which often incorporate symbolic portrayals of physical and psychological wounds. She insisted, "I never painted dreams. I painted my own reality". Kahlo was deeply influenced by indigenous Mexican culture, which is apparent in her use of bright colors and dramatic symbolism. She frequently included the symbolic monkey. In Mexican mythology, monkeys are symbols of lust, yet Kahlo portrayed them as


Which 1997 album, voted the best ever by readers of Q magazine, contains tracks let Down', 'No Surprises' and 'Paranoid Android'?

OK Computer | TimePieces.nl - Greatest Albums of All Time In Charts OK Computer is the third studio album by the English alternative rock band Radiohead, released on 16 June 1997 on Parlophone in the United Kingdom and 1 July 1997 by Capitol Records in the United States. It marks a deliberate attempt by the band to move away from the introspective guitar-oriented sound of their previous album The Bends. Its layered sound and wide range of influences set it apart from many of the Britpop and alternative rock bands popular at the time and laid the groundwork for Radiohead's later, more experimental work. OK Computer was the first self-produced Radiohead album, with assistance from Nigel Godrich. Radiohead recorded the album in Oxfordshire and Bath between 1996 and early 1997, with most of the recording completed in the historic mansion St. Catherine's Court. On delivery to Capitol, the label lowered its sales estimates due to the album's unconventional, unmarketable sound. Nevertheless, OK Computer reached number one on the UK Albums Chart and became Radiohead's highest album entry on the American charts at the time, debuting at number 21 on the Billboard 200. Three singles—"Paranoid Android", "Karma Police" and "No Surprises"—were released in


Which Football League Two club play home games at the Pirelli Stadium?

Pirelli Stadium | Burton Albion FC | Football Ground Guide Football Ground Guide Address: Burton Upon Trent, Staffs, DE13 0AR Telephone: 01283 565 938 Pitch Size: 110 x 72 yards Club Nickname: The Brewers Home Kit: Yellow and Black Stripes Away Kit: Sky Blue With White Trim Main Stand External View WHAT IS THE PIRELLI STADIUM LIKE? In 2005 the Club left their Eton Park ground, which had been their home since 1958 and moved to a new £6.5m purpose built stadium nearby (well almost across the road to be exact!). On one side is the attractive looking Main Stand, which is covered and all seated. The Clubs administration offices and corporate facilities are located in this stand and so at the back of the seated area is a row of windows running across it. Above this glassed area is white paneling, which gives the stand an interesting look. The other three sides are small, steep covered terraces. They are a little ugly looking as they each have a large visible back wall. Each of these terraced stands has solid windshields to either side, apart from one side of the South Stand where there is a Police Control Box present. The stadium is completed with a set of four tall looking floodlights. WHAT IS IT LIKE FOR AWAY SUPPORTERS? Away fans are predominantly housed in the Coors East Stand Terrace at one end of the ground, where just over 1,400 fans can be accommodated. In addition 400 seats are also made available to visiting supporters in the Main Stand. As you would expect from a modern stadium, the view of the playing action (there are no supporting pillars) and facilities are good. The atmosphere is not bad too (although there is a bit of a monotonous drummer in the home end), as well as the grub available including the legendary Faggots & Mushy peas (£3.20). Other food on offer includes; Double Cheeseburgers (£4.50), Double Burgers (£4), Cheeseburgers (£3.50), Burgers (£3.20), Pukka Pies (£3.50), Sausage Rolls (£1.80), Hot Dogs (£3.20), Chip Butties in crusty bread (£2.90) and Chips (£2.50). There is also a bar for away fans in which you can sit inside, There are TV screens showing Sky Sports News and then live coverage of the match itself. The bar is open until 15 minutes after the second half has started. Also look out for the cumbersome looking 'Billy Brewer Mascot', who is a bit of a character. On one visit the announcer reminded younger supporters that they shouldn't forget to obtain Billy Brewer's autograph!  On the whole Burton is one of the better days out in the league, with excellent pubs, a good stadium with good facilities, atmosphere and virtually hassle free. PUBS FOR AWAY FANS The nearest pub is probably the 'The Beech Inn' which is around a ten minute walk, up the A5121 Derby Road (going in the opposite direction to Burton town centre) on the left. Further on past the Beech pub on the same side of the road is a McDonalds outlet. Otherwise there is the Great Northern pub, which serves Burton Bridge Beers, along with a guest ale. This pub is located on Wetmore Road, which leads off the roundabout near to the stadium entrance, go up and over the railway bridge and the pub is on the left. If you particularly like your real ale then just under a half a mile away from the stadium is the Burton Town Brewery. Situated in a small industrial unit in Falcon Close (off Hawkins Lane, which itself also runs off the main roundabout by the ground), it opens its doors before matches and has available real and craft ales, lagers, cider and wine. Also in the area is the fabulous Tower Brewery on Glensyl Way. Featuring a cosy snug room it also has a large function area that looks out onto the brewing vessels. However it is not always open before matches so check with them first via their website . Near to the railway station are the Roebuck, Devonshire, the Last Heretic micropub and the Cooper's Tavern which are all recommended, If you walk from the station to the ground, you will pass the Albert Ale House on your left which also serves well kept Burton Bridge Beers. Alcohol is also served within the stadium, with away fans being 'tr


Which Football League Two club play home games at the Globe Arena?

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