Whose autobiography 'Margrave of the Marshes' was finished by his wife, Sheila Ravenscroft?

Margrave of the Marshes : John Peel : 9780593052525 Margrave of the Marshes By (author)  John Peel , By (author)  Sheila Ravenscroft Share Try AbeBooks Description Despite the number of claims in publishers blurbs, not many people actually achieve the status of legend in their own lifetime. Fewer still actually deserve that status. John Peel is the exception which proves that rule, a Great Briton whose contribution to British culture is undeniable, without whom popular culture would never have become popular. Beloved by millions - whether for his unstinting championing of musical talent on Radio 1 or for his wildly popular Radio 4 show "Home Truths" - this is the astonishing book he began to write before his untimely death in October 2004, completed by the woman who knew him best, his wife Sheila. The first half of the book, written by John, describes with characteristic humour his early life, from child to man, including his school days and National Service. You can hear the unique Peel voice in every sentence - rarely, if ever, before has a voice been so successfully transferred to paper. The second section, written by Peel's wife and soulmate of many years, Sheila Ravenscroft, gives us an intimate portrait of the man and his music, and the highs and the lows of everyday life at Peel Acres. The completion of this book has been a labour of love for John's family and their passion has paid off. It's every bit as extraordinary as the man himself and a fitting tribute to a bona fide legend. show more Product details 156                   x 238                   x 46mm                                   | 879.98g Publication date


What was 'Hot, Cool, Yours' in early 2014?

'Hot.Cool.Yours.' Decoding Russia's Sochi Olympic slogan - CSMonitor.com 'Hot.Cool.Yours.' Decoding Russia's Sochi Olympic slogan Latest News A singing group from Siberia performs during a welcome ceremony for the German Olympic team at the Olympic Village in Krasnaya Polyana. Related View Caption of Each time the Olympic Games roll around, an organizing committee is tasked with distilling the unique character of the event into a punchy slogan. In 2008, Beijing went with “One World, One Dream.” Barcelona's, in 1992, was “Friends Forever." And Russia ’s? Three words, three periods, no spaces in between. “Hot.Cool.Yours.” The motto drew chuckles from observers at home and abroad when it was unveiled in September 2012. USA Today suggested that it sounded more like “the title of Katy Perry's next album” or a “rejected marketing campaign for McDonald's 1980s flop, the McDLT,” which featured the head-scratching tagline "keep the hot side hot, and the cool side cool." Recommended: How much do you know about the Winter Olympics? Sochi organizers helpfully provided an official explanation  of the slogan, describing it as “intended to reflect the national character of Russia and the values of the Sochi 2014 brand, as well as Sochi 2014’s progressive and innovative approach to the organization and staging of the Games.”  Photos of the Day Photos of the Day 01/17 And the periods between the words? “The dot after each word draws a parallel with high technologies (.ru) and the emblem of the Winter Games in Sochi.” (The logo features a “.ru” addendum to the word “Sochi.”) Does the quirkiness of the slogan have something to do with the vagaries of Russian-English translation? Yes, partially, although it sounds equally awkward in Russian and plenty of Russians were thrown for a loop by its announcement, even if they have since come to embrace it. Below is a quick linguistic tour of the motto.  Hot The original word is a bit more colorful in Russian. Translators opted for simplicity, but they lost some of the context. The Russian adjective zharkie is often used to mean “warm” or “balmy,” with connotations of something that’s too heated – bringing to mind that moment in skiing when you realize you may be wearing a layer too many. Or an old Soviet apartment heated to 90 degrees by a cranked-up radiator. Or, as one Russian commentator  wondered when the motto was announced, “You think this might be referring to socks?” To be fair, the Russian word also translates as “heated” – as in “heated competition.” This was probably the shade that organizers were trying to capture, as they explained: “The word ‘Hot.’ reflects the intensity of sporting battle and the passion of the spectators.” The translators’  other objective  – to emphasize “the location of the Games, the southern resort city of Sochi” – is somewhat problematic, given that critics have warned that the location isn't wintry enough and may run into weather or snow problems. Cool Again, lost in translation, somewhat.  The Russian version uses the word “wintry” (zimniye) instead. That word calls to mind images of snow, ice, and white mountain tops – as opposed to something merely “cool,” weather-wise. In picking the word, the organizers seemed to be after other English shades of the term. “Cool” stood not only for the Games’ time of the year," said  the Sochi Olympics chief executive, Dmitry Chernyshenko, but also “for how Russia is perceived by the rest of the world.” Fair enough. But the result is a dash of cognitive dissonance between hot and cool, temperature-wise. Yours No translation problems here. Yours means yours, in both languages. The word was chosen to indicate that no one is excluded from the party. As Mr. Chernyshenko explained , “The Sochi 2014 slogan demonstrates that it is impossible not to participate, watch, experience, and be proud because this is Your Games." But many Russians, especially those in the political opposition, balked at this non-negotiable offer of a personal stake in a vanity project they regard as corruption-ridden and overpriced. “The [Games] are your


Bass player 'Flea' is part of which pop group?

Watch Flea and Red Hot Chili Peppers Perform "Higher Ground" (VIDEO) | Bassplayer Watch Flea and Red Hot Chili Peppers Perform "Higher Ground" (VIDEO) BY  Jon D'Auria March 20, 2015 Here's a funky clip of Flea slapping his way through "Higher Ground" with the Red Hot Chili Peppers at La Cigale in Paris, France in 2011.


Which England cricket captain wrote a book entitled 'Gambling: A Story of Triumph and Disaster'?

Adjudicators | The Walter Lawrence Trophy     2016 WINNER: Tom Kohler-Cadmore (43 ball century)     For Worcestershire v Durham, on 20th May 2016     2016 Women’s WINNER: Tammy Beaumont (168 runs)     For England Women v Pakistan Women, on 27th June 2016     2016 MCC Universities WINNER: Robbie White (174)     For Loughborough MCCU v Leeds/Bradford MCCU                                                                    2016 Schools Award WINNER: Tom Haines (187 runs) Adjudicators The Adjudicators’ role is to ensure the authenticity of the winning century. Emphasis is put on authentic bowling as bowlers are sometimes asked to encourage batsmen to score freely to entice an early declaration. Although a legitimate part of cricket today, centuries scored under these conditions do not qualify for the award. Mike Atherton Following an illustrious playing career, for Cambridge University, Lancashire and England, ‘Athers‘ has become a seasoned media expert. He became Cricket Correspondent of The Times in May 2008, after a stint at The Sunday Telegraph, and was a popular broadcaster on Channel 4‘s Test match coverage before moving to Sky Sports, for whom he currently works as presenter and commentator. A gritty opening batsman, he retired at the end of the 2001 season with 21, 929 first-class runs (avge 40.83) to his name, and played in 115 Tests, 54 of which were as England captain. He has written three books: an autobiography Opening Up (2002), Gambling: A Story of Triumph and Disaster (2006) and Atherton’s Ashes (2009). David Gower From his striking debut, hitting his first delivery in Test cricket for an elegant four, to his untimely retirement, David Gower was one of the most attractive batsmen and popular cricketers of his generation. A slim left-hander, his elegant stroke play won him admirers worldwide. He captained England 32 times, and scored a then record aggregate score for England of 8,231 Test runs. His biographer, Martin Johnson, wrote, “.. his batting was the stuff of poetry, and enriched the lives of those who were privileged to watch him.” Since retirement he has made a successful career as a journalist and broadcaster. Simon Hughes After playing for Middlesex through the `80s, and winning four Championship titles and four One-Day Final medals, Simon Hughes joined Durham for two years in 1992. He took 750 first-class wickets during his career. As an author and journalist since 1986, he has written for The Independent and Daily Telegraph. He has also worked for the BBC and became The Analyst on Channel 4’s cricket coverage in 1999. He has written several cricket books including: From Minor to Major, A Lot of Hard Yakka, which was The William Hill Sports Book of the Year, Yakking Around the World, Jargonbusting, Morning Everyone and And God Created Cricket. John Barclay One of the most engaging characters in the game, John was a precocious cricketing talent as a schoolboy playing for the Eton First XI as a 14-year-old and making his first-class debut for Sussex as a 16-year-old. A solid batsman and useful off-spinner, he later assumed the county captaincy in 1981, when the side was agonisingly pipped for the County Championship. Following retirement in 1986, after compiling 9,677 runs and 324 wickets at first-class level, he has been heavily involved with the game, holding a variety of posts, including that of MCC President in 2009/10. He has been a successful tour manager for England teams at all levels, and he continues to this day his inspirational role as Director of Cricket and Coaching with The Arundel Castle Cricket Foundation. About Us


Charlotte Amelie is the capital of which island territory?

Charlotte Amalie Travel Guide: Cruise Ship Territory brianandjaclyn Cruise ship territory Charlotte Amalie is the capital and largest ciy of the U.S. Virgin Islands, located on the island of St. Thomas. The city has a population of just under 20,000 and its port is one of the busiest in the world for cruise ships. The Danish ruled over Charlote Amalie and the rest of the island between the 17th century and 1917, when the US government purchased it from them. Nowadays the city still has plenty of Danish colonial architecture to show off. Notable are the bright red Fort Christian just outside of town, as well as Blackbeard's Castle. It goes without saying that white-sand beaches are in close proximity (if not exactly right in town), but the other main activity here is shopping. This is duty-free territory, and a great place to go for jewelry and designer clothes and bags. [Review by travelindicator] Key info Charlotte Amalie is a city in Virgin Islands, U.S.'s region of St. Thomas. It has a population of 18,481, is situated at an altitude of 23ft and the best airport to fly into is STT (Cyril E King Airport, Charlotte Amalie) The currency used in Virgin Islands, U.S. is the US dollar (USD) Charlotte Amalie Weather Historical average maximum temperature per month (℉): Jan


Which Prime Minister died in 10 Downing Street in 1908?

University of Glasgow :: World Changing:: Prime minister 1905-1908 University of Glasgow Henry Campbell-Bannerman's library register record - full page, 1852 Source: University of Glasgow Sir Henry Campbell-Bannermanwas elected in November 1868 as Liberal MP for Stirling Burghs, which he held for the next 40 years. He was a firm believer in free trade, Irish home rule and the improvement of social conditions.     H Campbell-Bannerman, 1905 "Depend upon it that in fighting for our open ports and for the cheap food and material upon which the welfare of the people and the prosperity of our commerce depend we are fighting against those powers, privileges, injustices, and monopolies which are unalterably opposed to the triumph of democratic principles." Campbell-Bannerman held junior ministerial posts in the War Office and Admiralty between 1871and 1884, then became Chief Secretary for Ireland in 1884 with Cabinet rank.  After serving as Secretary of State for War from 1886-95, he became leader of the Liberal party in the House of Commons in 1899, at a time when the party was disunited on policy with regard to the Boer War (1899-1902). The Liberals returned to power in 1905, with Campbell-Bannerman forming a minority Government and immediately opting for a General Election, which was won in a landslide on the issue of free trade. His period of office as Prime Minister lasted only until 1908, as ill-health forced him to resign the post in April, dying later that month. Campbell-Bannerman was an effective minister and successfully managed the rival factions in the Liberal Party around the turn of the century, commanding enthusiastic support and respect. Born 7 September 1836, Glasgow, Scotland. Died 22 April 1908. Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman (1836-1908) was an alumnus of the University and Prime Minister from 1905-1908. He was Leader of the Liberal Party from 1899-1908. He became a Member of Parliament for the Stirling Burghs in 1868, a position which he held for 40 years. He died at 10 Downing Street on the 22nd April 1908. Henry Campbell was born at Kelvinside House near Glasgow on the 7th September 1836. His father, James was Lord Provost of Glasgow from 1840-1843. He acquired his additional surname, Bannerman, in 1871 when he inherited the estate of his maternal uncle, although he preferred to be known simply as CB. He was educated at Glasgow High School from 1847-1850 and matriculated to study at the University in 1851. He studied Greek in session 1851-1852 and Logic in 1852-1853, and won a number of prizes, including the Cowan gold medal in 1853 for excelling at the Blackstone examination in Greek. He continued his studies at Trinity College, Cambridge, receiving a third class degree in classics in 1858. He also received an LLD from the University in 1883 for his services as an MP in Stirling. After graduating he joined the family business and became a partner in 1860. However, his interests lay in politics and he was keen to pursue a career as a member of parliament. After becoming an MP for Stirling Burgh in 1868 Campbell, Bannerman was appointed Financial Secretary for the War Office, between 1871-1874 and 1880-1882, and Chief Secretary for Ireland in 1884-1885. He was Secretary of State for War in 1886 and again in 1892-1895. He took leadership of the Liberal Party in 1898 and became Prime Minister in December 1905 when Arthur Balfour resigned. He was awarded a knighthood in 1895 (Knight Grand Cross in the Order of the Bath). University Link: Alumnus, Graduate, Honorary Graduate GU Degree: LLD, 1883;


Ginger McCain won the Grand National three limes as a trainer with Red Rum, which horse gave him his fourth victory in 2004?

BBC Sport - Horse Racing - Red Rum trainer Ginger McCain dies aged 80 Red Rum trainer Ginger McCain dies aged 80 Advertisement From April 2010 - Modest McCain hails 'legend' Red Rum Ginger McCain, trainer of the legendary Grand National winner Red Rum, has died aged 80 after suffering from cancer. McCain guided "Rummy" to three victories and two second places in a five-year period during the 1970s. He was nicknamed "Mister Aintree" for his record at the Merseyside track and won a fourth National with Amberleigh House in 2004. In 2006, McCain handed the reins to son Donald who won the Grand National with Ballabriggs this year. McCain's wife Beryl said: "Donald - Ginger as we all knew him - passed away peacefully in his sleep after a short illness this morning - he would have been 81 on Wednesday. BBC RACING CORRESPONDENT CORNELIUS LYSAGHT Ginger McCain had been an unknown taxi driver and car salesman who trained a few racehorses at Southport before Red Rum achieved his never-to-be-repeated record in the 1970s. When injury forced the horse's retirement in 1978, McCain and his wife Beryl organised dozens of public appearances before Red Rum died in 1995. Just as Rummy became a household name, so did his trainer with his infectious laugh and colourful politically-incorrect turn of phrase. A long, less successful period post Red Rum was ended by Amberleigh House, who gave McCain a quite unforgettable fourth Grand National win in 2004 "There will be a private family funeral followed by a later memorial service, for which there will be more information in the coming weeks. "Joanne, Donald Jnr and I appreciate all the kindness we are being shown and, at this difficult time, would appreciate it if we were afforded some privacy." Jockey Tony McCoy, who ended a long wait for a Grand National victory in 2010 on Don't Push It, wrote on Twitter: "Sad to hear about the death of Aintree legend Ginger McCain, trainer of the great Red Rum. My thoughts are with his family R.I.P." Former jockey Mick Fitzgerald, who was successful in the 1996 race on Rough Quest, told Sky Sports News: "It's a very sad to hear the news. He leaves a legacy. Every time you think of the Grand National, you think of Ginger. He was the National, to be honest. "If you ever wanted a colourful quote you spoke to Ginger. He was never afraid to speak his mind. He believed in what he was doing and believed in the Grand National and racing needs characters like him." BBC horse racing presenter Clare Balding wrote on Twitter: "Ginger McCain was 3 days short of his 81st birthday. He was an old-fashioned type & said what he thought but he was a character all right. Very sad for Beryl, Donald & the rest of the McCain family." She added: "Whenever I approached Ginger with a microphone it raised the heart rate. He might swear, say something offensive or be pertinent & funny." Former racing commentator Sir Peter O'Sullevan spoke of McCain's brilliant handling of Red Rum, who was prone to lameness. Archive - Amberleigh House wins epic "Red Rum had very delicate, tender feet and had been with several skilful trainers before Ginger bought him," he said. "Of course, he trained on the sands at Southport. I don't think we'd ever have heard of Red Rum if he'd gone anywhere else. "He will always be remembered for Red Rum - and rightly so because he and the horse appeared absolutely at the right time and were very much instrumental in saving the National at a period when it was very much in peril." Former Aintree managing director Charles Barnett agreed that McCain was "instrumental in helping to save" the race. "Ginger was very supportive and he got the public very much behind the appeal to purchase the track," he said "It was an extraordinary training feat and an extraordinary horse he trained. But not just the horse, Ginger himself was very important to the race and to the venue. "He was a marvellous man who always spoke his own mind. We loved him very much and the people of Liverpool did, too. It's a very sad day and he'll be sadly missed." Bookmark with:


What is the name of the farm central to the radio programme 'The Archers'?

BBC Radio 4 - The Archers - About the Archers Read more about sharing. About the Archers Archers fan Stephen Fry gives his instant introduction for new listeners. Learn about the people and places, the laughs and the scandals, so that you can get the most from The Archers. If you're a complete beginner to The Archers, this instant introduction is for you. First of all, what exactly is The Archers? Well, it's a radio soap opera set in the fictional English village of Ambridge. It aims to provide essential drama from the heart of the country. So what does that mean you'll be hearing? Ambridge is a twenty-first century village, with all the pressures of modern rural life. You'll become involved in the characters' personal and business struggles, their love affairs and all sorts of village activities from saving the local shop to the annual fete. There are plenty of lighter moments too. These characters then... Several of the main families are farmers. At the heart of the programme are David and Ruth Archer at Brookfield Farm. David once had cause to regret employing a handsome cowman, but they're pretty stable nowadays. Their cousins Pat and Tony Archer farm organically at Bridge Farm. That's a dairy farm as well, but they also keep pigs and grow vegetables. They sell their own yogurt, ice cream and cheese. At the opposite end of the farming scale are well-off Brian and Jennifer Aldridge at Home Farm, which is the biggest in the village. That little boy who lives there is Brian's son from a torrid affair. When his mistress died, amazing Jennifer agreed to take Ruairi in. The Archer family is related to the Aldridges, and to several other Ambridge families, including the Hebden Lloyds - she runs a riding school and he's a vet. If that all sounds a bit posh, there are lots of less well-off characters too. Most of them live and work in and around Ambridge - on the farms, in the local pub The Bull, at the village shop, at Grey Gables hotel or St Stephen's church. Those sons of the soil the Grundys are particularly good value, both for the scrapes they get in and the fact that Emma Grundy isn't Ed's wife, as you might think, but the ex-wife of Ed's brother Will. You can look up all the current characters in the Who's Who section of the Archers website. By now, I expect you're keen to know how you can hear the programme, and it's very easy to start, because the episodes are only thirteen minutes long. They're broadcast on BBC Radio Four every day, Sunday to Friday at seven p.m. And they're repeated the next day at two p.m. - except on Saturdays. Or if you want to catch a whole week's worth in one go, there's an omnibus edition, on Sunday morning at ten a.m. BBC Radio Four is on ninety-two to ninety-five FM, one nine eight long wave, and on digital radio and television. You can also listen online, or get the programme sent to your computer in a podcast. There's lots more information on the Archers website, just go to bbc.co.uk/archers Happy listening!


Which Apollo 14 astronaut played golf on the moon?

Apollo 14: Facts About the 'Rookie' Crew & the Golf Ball Apollo 14: Facts About the 'Rookie' Crew & the Golf Ball By Elizabeth Howell, Space.com Contributor | September 5, 2012 05:24pm ET MORE The Apollo 14 crew: Stuart Roosa, Alan Shepard & Ed Mitchell. Credit: NASA Apollo 14 lifted off on Jan. 31, 1971, with high hopes following the near-disaster that was the previous mission. This fourth manned moon shot is most famous as the mission where an astronaut played golf, but there were other adventures the crew encountered along the way. They searched for evidence of an asteroid that carved a large crater in the moon, and fought glitches and false alarms as they made their way to the Fra Mauro highlands. Some at NASA good-naturedly referred to the Apollo 14 crew as "the three rookies." They had just a few minutes of accumulated space experience among them, Naval astronaut and commander Alan Shepard was the first American in space , making a 15-minute, 28-second suborbital hop in 1961. NASA assigned him to the first Gemini mission, but Shepard developed symptoms of Meniere's disease , a disorder of the middle ear, and had to stop flying on doctor's orders. In 1968, Shepard underwent risky surgery to alleviate his symptoms; afterwards, he was successfully reassigned to flight status. Edgar Mitchell was one of the few astronauts at the time who had a doctorate. In the Navy, he not only flew planes but also gave advanced mathematics and navigational lessons to aviators who were astronaut candidates. After five years at NASA, Mitchell's knowledge of the lunar landing module got accolades from his peers, likely factoring in to the decision to put him on Apollo 14. Stuart Roosa , a former Air Force fighter pilot, was the command module pilot for Apollo 14. He served as CapCom for the Apollo 9 mission, impressing NASA with his ability to help the astronauts after crew member Rusty Schweickart fell ill. Roosa then became the first Apollo astronaut assigned to a flying crew without doing a backup assignment first. The three men were initially supposed to fly on Apollo 13, but they were pushed back a mission to give everyone extra training, especially Shepard, who had just resumed active duty. A launch glitch Apollo 14 launched smoothly, aiming for the Fra Mauro highlands that Apollo 13 had hoped to reach. However, the astronauts ran into trouble as they were preparing to leave Earth orbit. One of their required tasks was to dock the command module Kitty Hawk against the lunar lander Antares to fly the two craft to the moon. Trouble was, the docking latches didn't work initially. After a suggestion from Mission Control to fire Kitty Hawk's thrusters hard and push the ships together, the latches locked successfully. Landing on the moon didn't come easily for the astronauts, either. Antares' radar did not work until almost the last minute; it would violate NASA's rules if Antares could not calculate its distance to the moon. Once that was sorted out, Shepard made an on-target landing. Shepard's first words when he walked on the surface were, "It's been a long way, but we're here." Mitchell scrambled down after him and the two got busy setting up experiments on the surface of the moon. To help them carry more rocks and equipment, for the first time the crew had a small handcart that they carefully wheeled around the surface. Sixty-nine miles above Mitchell and Shepard, Roosa took pictures of the moon, working through his assigned list of scientific targets. Apollo 14 commander Alan Shepard photographed this overall view of a field of boulders on the flank of Cone Crater during the second extravehicular activity (EVA) on the lunar surface. Credit: NASA Hitting golf balls Apollo 14's prime geologic target was Cone Crater. The crew planned to climb the slope, reach the rim — which was 300 feet (91 meters) above the landing site — and then look for rocks that could have flown up from the moon's bedrock after a meteor smashed into the surface millions of years before. The astronauts found the climb harder than expected. Rocks littering the sl


Which football manager, now at Monaco, was known as 'the Tinkerer' or 'Tinkerman' during his time in England?

Eleven substitutions even worse than Flamini - Particle News Eleven substitutions even worse than Flamini Follow @particlenewsapp Football365.com - 2016.2.24 After Arsenal midfielder Mathieu Flamini conceded a decisive penalty within 47 seconds of his introduction as a substitute against Barcelona, we look at eleven of the worst substitutions in club football. Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Robert HuthThere are two Claudio Ranieris. There is the current edition, the lovable, eccentric Italian who has assembled a squad of misfits and led them to the top of the Premier League table in late February. Then there is the madcap buffoon who couldn't resist making constant changes to his side. Or, to give him his proper nickname, 'The Tinkerman'. Before Ranieri's triumphant return to England as the leader of Leicester's remarkable title challenge, the 64-year-old fostered a reputation as a failure on these shores, one which was carefully built during his four years at Chelsea. The Italian represented the final manager of Chelsea's forgotten years, with his replacement Jose Mourinho, and the numerous incumbents after him, delivering the trophies Roman Abramovich so craved. Ranieri's legacy was that of a constant unnecessary tinkerer, which sounds far more menacing than first intended. The pinnacle of 'The Tinkerman' was witnessed during one of his final matches at the Chelsea helm. The Blues headed to Monaco in the 2004 Champions League semi-final. With Porto and Deportivo La Coruna comprising the remainder of the final four, Chelsea were installed as the tournament favourites. Then crazy Ranieri happened. With the scores level at 1-1 and the French side having had a player sent off, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink was sent on to replace Mario Melchiot. Scott Parker moved to right-back, and Hasselbaink was assigned a role on the right wing. Seven minutes later, Parker was removed for Robert Huth to take over. Within 15 minutes, Monaco had overcome a numerical disadvantage to score twice, take a 3-1 lead, and eventually progress to the final. Ranieri was sacked a month later. Ali DiaThe oft-told story of one Ali Dia has truly earned its place in footballing folklore. The cousin of former FIFA World Player of the Year George Weah. The Senegal international. The star who had impressed in Italy with Bologna and France with Paris Saint-Germain. The most memorable substitute in Premier League history. Graeme Sounness was convinced. The then-Southampton manager handed Dia a one-month contract after a personal recommendation from 'Weah', or a man posing as him, and the striker, who listed Blyth Spartans and French amateur sides Beauvais and Dijon, not Paris Saint-Germain, among his previous clubs, had made history. Matt Le Tissier passed the proverbial torch to the next generation, with Souness substituting the club legend for Dia in a game against Leeds in November 1996. Two shots, no goals, a 30% passing accuracy, and 53 minutes later, the forward was himself removed. He would not play for the club again. Eidur Gudjohnsen, Frank Lampard and Damien DuffManchester City, Porto, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Liverpool, Newcastle. The latter is rather conspicuous by its presence in a list of the only clubs to beat Chelsea in the 2004/05 season. Read Full Story What you have missed


Who was the CBS News anchor-man known as 'the man Americans most trust'?

The Anchor's Anchor - Photo 9 - Pictures - CBS News The Anchor's Anchor Next Walter Cronkite, the face of CBS News from 1962 to 1981, died in New York on Friday, July 17, 2009, at the age of 92. Marlene Adler, Cronkite's chief of staff, said he died of cerebrovascular disease. Known for his reassuring authority and for being scrupulously fair, Cronkite earned the title "the most trusted man in America." Credit: CBS Photo Archive CBS News anchor Walter Cronkite said government control over broadcasting is like a threatening axe hanging over the industry. Cronkite went before a Senate sub-committee Sept. 30, 1971, to testify on freedom of the press. Credit: CBS Walter Cronkite, seen here in July 1972, was the face of the "CBS Evening News" from 1962 to 1981, when stories ranged from the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy and the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. to racial and anti-war riots, Watergate and the Iranian hostage crisis. Credit: CBS CBS Founder William S. Paley is shown with news correspondent Walter Cronkite in an undated photo.   Cronkite was the broadcaster to whom the title "anchorman" was first applied, and he became so identified in that role that his name became the term for it in other languages. Swedish anchors are known as Kronkiters; in Holland, they are Cronkiters. Credit: CBS Photo Archive The CBS News election night team poses for a promotional photo on Oct. 8, 1974. From left, Roger Mudd, Leslie Stahl, Walter Cronkite, Dan Rather and Mike Wallace. Credit: CBS Photo Archive Walter Cronkite on the set of the CBS Evening News with Walter Cronkite, June 1, 1975. Two years earlier, the newsman was named the "most trusted" public figure in the country by Americans in a public opinion poll. He also became affectionately known to viewers as "Uncle Walter." Credit: AP WJM news anchor Ted Baxter, played by Ted Knight, always dreamed that he'd meet his idol. Here, Baxter shakes hands with famed CBS newscaster Walter Cronkite when Cronkite appeared on an episode of the "Mary Tyler Moore Show" in 1975. Credit: CBS During his time on air at CBS, Cronkite, seen here in 1977, anchored coverage for such major events as the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King, man's first walk on the moon, the Vietnam War, Watergate, and the Iranian hostage crisis. Credit: AP Photo Walter Cronkite, right, interviews Egyptian President Anwar Sadat on the "CBS Evening News with Walter Cronkite," Sept. 19, 1978. The interview led to a Sadat visit to Israel and a peace treaty between the countries 10 months later. Credit: CBS Photo Archive Walter Cronkite poses with his Emmy at the 31st Emmy Awards Sept. 9, 1979, in Los Angeles. In 1985, he was inducted into the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame. Cronkite won four Peabody awards for excellence in broadcasting over his career and won virtually every electronic journalism award in existence during his tenure. Credit: AP Photo/Reed Saxon Walter Cronkite listens to Cuban President Fidel Castro during an interview on Feb. 14, 1980. Credit: CBS Photo Archive Walter Cronkite anchors CBS News Election 1980 coverage. Seated from left are Dan Rather, Leslie Stahl, center, and Cronkite. Credit: CBS Photo Archive On Nov. 4, 1980, his 64th birthday, Walter Cronkite anchored his last CBS Election Night special. Here he reports the results of the 1980 U.S. Presidential election, in which Ronald Reagan defeated President Jimmy Carter. He stepped down as anchor of the "CBS Evening News with Walter Cronkite" four months later, on March 6, 1981. Credit: AP Walter Cronkite talks on the phone in his office on his last day as the anchor of the "CBS Evening News," in New York, March 6, 1981. Behind his desk is an Emmy Award and a drawing of Mickey Mouse watching Cronkite make his final announcement as anchor: "And that's the way it is!" Credit: CBS Photo Archive Walter Cronkite and his wife, Betsy, pose shortly after leaving a reception at New York's City Hall, in honor of the CBS anchorman who was concluding his final day at the "CBS Evening News" on


Which children's character is a fry cook at the Krusty Krab restaurant?

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The fashion for wearing silicone gel wristbands started in 2004 with a yellow 'anti-cancer' band, whose charity launched it?

Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: December 2014 Macclesfield Pub Quiz League 2. S is for Science 3. Arts & Entertainment 4. Oranges are not the only fruit 5. Vans 4 U 6. Actors in disguise (Picture Round) 7. History – Christmas Day ROUND 1 - GEOGRAPHY 1. What is the only state of New England with no coastline? VERMONT 2. Which US state has an area in a different time zone to the rest of the state which is pejoratively referred to as the ‘Redneck Riviera’? FLORIDA 3. Natives of which British city, which during its 19th century industrial heyday was known as ‘Copperopolis’, are sometimes referred to as ‘Jacks’? SWANSEA 4. Natives of which British city and ferry port are sometimes referred to as ‘Janners’? PLYMOUTH 5. Which city is served by Dum Dum airport? CALCUTTA / KOLKATA 6. Which semi-arid zone extends from Senegal to the Sudan? The SAHEL 7. Which West African country left the Commonwealth in 2013? The GAMBIA 8. What is the only Central American country without a coastline on the Caribbean Sea? EL SALVADOR Supp. a. What stretches for 137 miles from Warwick Bar in Birmingham to Brentford in Middlesex? GRAND UNION CANAL b. Which country has the most lines of latitude passing through it? CANADA ROUND 2 - S IS FOR SCIENCE ALL ANSWERS BEGIN WITH S 1. What “s” is a huge stellar explosion from the death of a star? SUPERNOVA 2. What “s” is the type of plant capable of retaining water such as Aloe or Cactus? SUCCULENT 3. What “s” is a seed produced by mushrooms? SPORE 4. What “s” is the respiratory disease that became a pandemic in 2003? SARS 5. What “s” is a soft silver-white or yellowish metallic element, atomic number 38 named after a village in Scotland near which it was discovered in 1790 by William Cruickshank? STRONTIUM 6. Which American medical researcher and virologist discovered and developed the first successful polio vaccine? Jonas SALK 7. Appearing on the coat of arms of South Africa and Sudan, which terrestrial bird of prey of the Sagitariidae family is usually found in the open grasslands and savannah of the sub-Saharan region ? SECRETARY BIRD 8. What is defined as the ratio of the length of the side of the triangle opposite the angle to that of the hypotenuse ? SINE Supp. a. What “s” is the measurement for saltiness?” SALINITY b. What “s” is a liquid that helps solubilize a solid or another liquid? SOLVENT ROUND 3 - ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 1. Which actor played Lieutenant John Chard, commander in chief at Rorke’s Drift in the 1964 film Zulu? Stanley BAKER 2. Baker Street was a 1978 hit for which Scottish singer who died in 2011 aged 63. Gerry RAFFERTY 3. Who was the singer/songwriter wife of American lyricist Gerry Goffin with whom he wrote a number of hit songs of the early to mid 1960’s? Carole KING 4. Which actor’s roles have included aspiring comedian Rupert Pupkin in Martin Scorsese’s 1982 film The King of Comedy and deranged killer Max Cady in Scorsese’s 1991 remake of Cape Fear? Robert DE NIRO 5. Rob Roy, Ivanhoe and The Lady of the Lake were all written by which Scottish novelist, playwright and poet? Sir Walter SCOTT 6. James Thurber’s 1939 short story, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty has recently been made into a film starring Ben Stiller in the title role but who portrayed Walter in the original 1947 version? Danny KAYE 7. Danny DeVito played Martini, Will Sampson played Chief Bromden and Louise Fletcher played Nurse Mildred Ratched in which multi Oscar winning film of Ken Kesey’s 1962 novel? ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST 8. Roll Over Beethoven and Johnny B. Goode were hit singles for which rock n roll star of the 50’s and 60’s? Chuck BERRY Supp. a. Berry Gordy was the founder of which legendary record label? MOTOWN b. A Town Like Alice is a 1950 novel by which author? Nevil SHUTE ROUND 4 – ORANGES ARE NOT THE ONLY FRUIT The answers all contain ITEMS OF FRUIT OR VEGETABLES – where these are part of someone’s name, it could be first name, surname or nickname. Please give FULL ANSWERS, i.e. full names where the answer is a name, not just the fruit or veg in question. 1. Which famous basketball player who re


What is the occupation of TV personality Aldo Zilli?

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In 2005 Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf defeated ex-footballer George Weah to become the first female president of which African country?

Women and the 2005 election in Liberia* | The Journal of Modern African Studies | Cambridge Core The Journal of Modern African Studies 10 Crossref Citations This article has been cited by the following publications. This list is generated based on data provided by CrossRef . Adams, Melinda Scherpereel, John and Jacob, Suraj 2016. The Representation of Women in African Legislatures and Cabinets: An Examination with Reference to Ghana. Journal of Women, Politics & Policy, Vol. 37, Issue. 2, p. 145. Google Scholar Amoateng, Acheampong 2015. THE END OF POLITICS BY THEYOUTH? HIGHER EDUCATION, YOUTH IDENTITY AND RECESSION OFPOLITICAL PARTICIPATION BY SOUTH AFRICA'S ‘BORN-FREES’:1THE CASE OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS AT A PUBLIC UNIVERSITY. International Journal of African Renaissance Studies - Multi-, Inter- and Transdisciplinarity, Vol. 10, Issue. 1, p. 102. View all Google Scholar citations for this article. Scopus Citations Workshop in Political Theory and Policy Analysis, Indiana University Published online: 01 May 2009 Abstract ABSTRACT In 2005, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf defeated George Weah to become President of Liberia and the first woman elected to head an African country. Women voters were widely credited with her victory. This paper quantifies this claim by analysing newspaper content during the election period to gauge civil society group activity. It finds that consistency in their activities may have allowed women's groups to surpass other civil society groups in impacting the election. Activity levels of women's groups remained stable between the election and run-off periods, unlike other major group types whose activity level dropped by between 37% and 70%. It concludes that the environment surrounding the 2005 election was conducive to participation by women because of their existing, latent power in many spheres; their long experience as peacebuilders; the decimation of conventional social and political structures; Liberian women's experience in leadership positions; the failure of multiple male-dominated efforts; and the presence of a well-qualified female candidate. Hide All * Special thanks to Verlon Stone of the Liberian Collections Project at Indiana University for making available the materials used in this study, and for his comments. Thanks also to Amos Sawyer for his encouragement, review and advice; and to Xavier Basurto, Shelley-Jean Bradfield, Michael Cox, Thomas Evans and Maria Claudia Lopez Perez for their thoughtful input. Footnotes   * Special thanks to Verlon Stone of the Liberian Collections Project at Indiana University for making available the materials used in this study, and for his comments. Thanks also to Amos Sawyer for his encouragement, review and advice; and to Xavier Basurto, Shelley-Jean Bradfield, Michael Cox, Thomas Evans and Maria Claudia Lopez Perez for their thoughtful input. Linked references


In which country do the majority (over 1 million) of Dromedary camels live in the wild, having been introduced there in the 1840s?

Dromedary - Camelus dromedarius - Details - Encyclopedia of Life History[ edit ] A prospector riding a camel which held a world record for distance travelled without water (600 miles), 1895 The first 24 camels were imported in 1860 for the Burke and Wills expedition . At least 15,000 camels with their handlers came to Australia between 1870 and 1900, primarily for transport use across the centre of the arid continent. [2] Most of these camels were dromedaries, especially from India , including the Bikaneri war camel from Rajasthan as a riding camel and lowland Indian camels for heavy work. Other dromedaries included the Bishari riding camel of North Africa and Arabia . Camels from the other main camel species, bactrians, were introduced from China and Mongolia . [3] The first camel[ edit ] The first suggestion of bringing camels to Australia was made in 1822 by Conrad Malte-Brun , whose Universal Geography contains the following; For such an expedition, men of science and courage ought to be selected. They ought to be provided with all sorts of implements and stores, and with different animals, from the powers and instincts of which they may derive assistance. They should have oxen from Buenos Aires, or from the English settlements, mules from Senegal, and dromedaries from Africa or Arabia. The oxen would traverse the woods and the thickets; the mules would walk securely among rugged rocks and hilly countries; the dromedaries would cross the sandy deserts. Thus the expedition would be prepared for any kind of territory that the interior might present. Dogs also should be taken to raise game, and to discover springs of water; and it has even been proposed to take pigs, for the sake of finding out esculent roots in the soil. When no kangaroos and game are to be found the party would subsist on the flesh of their own flocks. They should be provided with a balloon for spying at a distance any serious obstacle to their progress in particular directions, and for extending the range of observations which the eye would take of such level lands as are too wide to allow any heights beyond them to come within the compass of their view. [4] Decline in use and rise as a pest[ edit ] After their use was finally superseded by modern transport by around 1930, some cameleers released their camels into the wild. These camels became the source for the large population of feral camels still existing today. Australia is the only country with feral herds of camels, and has the largest population of feral camels and the only herd of dromedary (one-humped) camels exhibiting wild behaviour in the world. (Other feral dromedary populations existed in the 20th century in Doñana National Park in Spain, and in the southwestern United States , while a small population of wild Bactrian camels still exists in the Gobi Desert .) Live camels are exported to Saudi Arabia , the United Arab Emirates , Brunei and Malaysia , where disease-free wild camels are prized as a delicacy. Australia's camels are also exported as breeding stock for Arab camel racing stables and for use in tourist venues in places such as the United States . [5] In 2008 the number of feral camels was estimated to be more than one million, with the capability of doubling in number every 8–10 years. [6] [7] The Australian Feral Camel Management Project, established in 2009, succeeded in culling over 160,000 camels, and by 2013 the feral population estimate was reduced to around 300,000. [8] Exports to Saudi Arabia where camel meat is consumed began in 2002. [9] Impact on the environment[ edit ] Spread of camels in Australia, shown in yellow Although their impact on the environment is not as severe as some other pests introduced in Australia, camels ingest more than 80% of the plant species available. Degradation of the environment occurs when densities exceed two animals per km2, which is presently the case throughout much of their range in the Northern Territory where they are confined to two main regions: the Simpson Desert and the western desert area of the Central Ranges , Great Sandy


The songs 'Summertime' and 'I've Got Plenty of Nothing' feature in which musical?

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Which event takes place nearly every year at Worthy Farm, Pilton in Somerset?

Glastonbury Music Festival 2016, United Kingdom Festival | Event Carnival Glastonbury Music Festival 2016 Jun 24th, 2015  - Jun 28th, 2015 The Glastonbury Music Festival is a five-day event that hosts a variety of contemporary music, such as rock, pop, electronic, reggae, folk, hip hop, dance, and heavy metal. This event began in the 1970s and since then has taken place nearly every year, and grew to be considered the largest Greenfield festival in the world. The festival also features other arts aside from music, such as dance, comedy, theatre, circus, cabaret, and a few other arts. This event takes place the weekend in June near Pilton, Somerset, England.


Richard the Lionheart Search TheMiddleAges.net Richard the Lionheart Richard I (September 8, 1157 – April 6, 1199) was King of England from 1189 to 1199. He was often referred to as Richard the Lionheart, Coeur de Lion. He was considered a hero in his day and has often been portrayed as one in works of literature. Early life The third of King Henry II's legitimate sons, Richard was never expected to accede to the throne. He was, however, the favourite son of his mother, Eleanor of Aquitaine. Although born in Oxford, England, he soon came to know France as his home. When his parents effectively separated, he remained in Eleanor's care, and was invested with her duchy of Aquitaine in 1168, and of Poitiers in 1172. This was his consolation prize for the fact that his eldest brother, Henry the Young King, was simultaneously crowned as his father's successor. Richard and his other brother, Geoffrey, duke of Brittany, thus learned how to defend their property while still teenagers. As well as being an educated man, able to compose poetry in French and Provençal, Richard was also a magnificent physical specimen, his height is estimated at six feet four inches (1.93 m) tall, and gloried in military activity. From an early age he appeared to have significant political and military abilities, became noted for his chivalry and courage, and soon was able to control the unruly nobles of his territory. As with all the true-born sons of Henry II, Richard had limited respect for his father and lacked foresight and a sense of responsibility. In 1170, his elder brother Henry the Young King was crowned king of England as Henry III. Historians know him as Henry "the Young King" so as not to confuse him with the later king of this name who was his nephew. In 1173, Richard joined his brothers, Henry and Geoffrey, Duke of Brittany, in a revolt against their father. They were planning to dethrone their father and leave the Young King as the only king of England. Henry II invaded Aquitaine twice. At the age of seventeen, Richard was the last of the brothers to hold out against Henry; though, in the end, he refused to fight him face to face and humbly begged his pardon. In 1174, after the end of the failed revolt, Richard gave a new oath of subservience to his father. After his failure Richard concentrated on putting down internal revolts by the dissatisfied nobles of Aquitaine, especially the territory of Gascony. The increasing cruelty of his reign led to a major revolt of Gascony in 1183. Richard had a terrible reputation, including reports of various rapes and murders. The rebels hoped to dethrone Richard and asked his brothers Henry and Geoffrey to help them succeed. Their father feared that the war between his three sons could lead to the destruction of his kingdom. He led the part of his army that served in his French territories in support of Richard. The Young King's death on June 11, 1183, ended the revolt, and Richard remained on his throne. Young Henry's death left Richard as the eldest surviving son and the natural heir when the old King died. However, there was some uncertainty over King Henry's intentions. When Geoffrey also died, Richard was the only realistic possibility, his youngest brother, John, being too weak and inexperienced to be considered as an alternative. From the Young King's death Richard was considered -- though not officially proclaimed -- heir to the joint thrones of England, Normandy and Anjou. In 1188 Henry II planned to concede Aquitaine to his youngest son John Lackland, later King John of England. In opposition to his father's plans, Richard allied himself with King Philip II of France, the son of Eleanor's ex-husband Louis VII by his third wife, Adela of Blois. In exchange for Philip's help against his father, Richard promised to concede his rights to both Normandy and Anjou to Philip. Richard gave an oath of subservience to Philip in November of the same year. In 1189 Richard attempted to take the throne of England for himself by joining Philip's expedition against his father. They were victorious. Henry,


Established in 1948, the Bodil Award is one of the oldest film awards in Europe, in which country is it awarded?

Oscars: Foreign Countries' Film Awards | Hollywood Reporter Kristy Sparow/WireImage/Getty Images France's Cesar Award and an Oscar statuette You may know France's Cesars, but do you know which countries hand out the Golden Rooster, Ariel and Bodil awards, which country has three best picture honors and whose statuette looks like a scarab beetle? All eyes will be on the Oscars this weekend as Hollywood honors its best at the 88th Academy Awards. Entertainment industry insiders and film fans abroad will also follow who walks away with the golden statuettes, including the one for best foreign-language film. To honor their homegrown talent though, many foreign countries have their own national industry awards. In many countries, there is a clear equivalent to the Oscars. France, for example, has the Cesar Awards, Spain the Goyas, and Mexico the Ariel Awards. But in other countries, such as in India and China, more than one prominent award exists. Here is THR's look at the homegrown versions of the Oscars in various countries — from Europe to Latin America and Asia. Canada Canadian Screen Awards The Canadian Screen Awards have only been handed out since 2013. Before that, the Genie Awards (for film) and Gemini Awards (for TV) were handed out as the country's top awards. Then, the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television merged the Genies and Geminis to create the Canadian Screen Awards, now handed out annually. Nominees are traditionally announced in January and winners honored in early March. The Canadian Screen Awards have over 100 film, TV and digital categories. The kudos are reserved for Canadian content productions. Hollywood films are not entered into the competition. But Hollywood stars are honored in the categories with homegrown movies, in which they star. For example, this year, Brie Larsen is nominated in the best actress category for her role in Room, a Canada-Ireland co-production. And Joan Allen is nominated in the best supporting actress competition, again for Room. The Canadian Screen Awards will air on the CBC network on March 13. U.K. BAFTA Awards The British Academy’s annual film awards ceremony is held two weeks prior to the Oscars, with nominees announced in early January. It’s positioning and close alliance with the American Academy means it is now considered the biggest film event outside of the U.S., and, at times, a good indicator of how the voting will go in L.A. The prize itself is a golden theatrical mask designed by American sculptor Mitzi Cunliffe and was commissioned in 1955. This year’s event was held Feb. 14, and saw The Revenant emerge with the most awards, among them for best film, best actor for Leonardo DiCaprio and best director for Alejandro G. Inarritu. Elsewhere, Brie Larson won best actress for Room, while Brooklyn picked up the best British film honor and Amy was honored as best documentary. France Cesar Awards Founded in just 1976 to rival the American Oscars after other film prizes had floundered, this year the Cesar awards will celebrate their 41st birthday. The ceremony started a year after the French Cinema Academy was founded, spearheaded by producer and public relations pioneer Georges Cravenne, who was known for his work with Jean-Luc Goddard and for reviving the famed Lido theater in Paris after WWII. The prize is named after famed French sculptor Cesar, who created the design of the monolith sometimes referred to as “the log.” Though it shines as gold as the Oscar, it is made of polished bronze, and weighs in at a whopping 8.4 pounds. Winners' names are carved in backstage. This year, Gerard Depardieu and Isabelle Huppert are nominated for their roles as a husband and wife in Valley of Love. The two stars are also the most-nominated actor and actress in the award’s history, with 18 and 15, noms respectively. Depardieu has taken home the prize twice, and Huppert only once. Roman Polanski is the most honored director, with four wins. Each year, the French Academy bestows honorary Cesars. In recent years that has been a single prize given to foreign actors, including Dustin Ho


Castries is the capital of which island nation?

Castries | Article about Castries by The Free Dictionary Castries | Article about Castries by The Free Dictionary http://encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com/Castries Also found in: Dictionary , Thesaurus , Wikipedia . Castries (kästrē`, käs`trēs), town (1991 pop. 11,147; 1991 metropolitan area pop. 51,994), capital and commercial center of Saint Lucia Saint Lucia , island nation (2005 est. pop. 166,000), 238 sq mi (616 sq km), West Indies, one of the Windward Islands. The capital is Castries. Morne Gimie (3,145 ft/959 m high) and the twin pyramidal cones known as the Pitons are the most imposing landmarks. ..... Click the link for more information. . Its excellent landlocked harbor is one of the best in the West Indies. Castries was founded by the French in 1650. The secretariat for the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States is located there. Castries the capital and chief port of St Lucia. Pop.: 14 000 (2005 est.)


Which cocktail is a mixture of brandy and crème de cacao, often with cream?

Creamy Brandy Alexander Recipe - Allrecipes.com TOMGIRL 12/2/2006 brandy alexanders are awesome around the holidays...however, a true brandy alexander has a lot more than a tablespoon of brandy and creme de cacao.....try one shot of each (1 oz)...happy holiday... Lucky Noodles 7/18/2012 This was good but not enough brandy and creme de cacao. Use good ice cream but I could have left out all the milk, maybe it was me or the brand of ice cream. Pour chocolate syrup in a glass as... Bonnie Franklin 11/15/2008 This is outstanding!! I just happen to have the ingredients and decided to try it- the flavor is delicious! and i didn't even wait and put the whip cream on top, it is perfect. thanks for sha... dan 11/20/2011 The recipe is good, but I added more brandy and creme de cacao. I put in the correct amount of milk, but it made it too liquidy for our taste. I would cut the milk amount in half.


Amazon.com: Tess of the D'Urbervilles (Dover Thrift Editions) (0800759415892): Thomas Hardy: Books By Jeff Freeman on October 24, 2016 Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase ...for one US Dollar. Arrrrgh. What a beautifully frustrating and revealing book. And impossibly well crafted. I want to slap all of the principals, and then hug them, and then get everyone a therapist. I can't possibly have anything new to add to Criticism of Thomas Hardy--threats of bodily harm do not in my view qualify--but his ability to pick out the things we experience as tragic, or joyful, or melancholy, or triumphant and then describe those things poignantly is perhaps unsurpassed. It seems he alone has access to some previously-unknown API that precisely resonates on every page. (Dare I recommend Tess to fans of Neal Stephenson?) I laughed, I cried...okay, fine, maybe I didn't laugh. But I was transported. By MizEm, Queens, NY on December 28, 2013 Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase A tale of innocence, injustice, seduction and morality, all heaped on the shoulders of a young farm worker. Tess never catches a break, and only once gets angry and frustrated enough to take despairing action. I will always remember her standing in those bleak winter flat lands harvesting frozen turnips. She tried so hard to prevail against the economic, moral and misogynist times that eventually overwhelm her. I read this as a teenager, and now again with a fuller understanding. Tess is a symbol for all the unfairness and misplaced moral judgments on women over the past 200 years. Unfortunately, there are still many women in Tess's predicament, which keeps this theme and book current. By Darlene H. on June 20, 2016 Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase I read the Mayor of Casterbridge and loved it! If I had read Tess of the D'Urbervilles first, I would have stopped right there. I can't believed I finished the book because it was like pulling teeth to get through this book. I guess I finished the book out of pure curiosity to see how it would end. But after I finished, I felt completely flat. There were many times I was absolutely lost at what Mr. Hardy even wrote. I literally just got the jest of what he was saying, but felt completely unclear at the way he described what was happening. There were other times, his writing was very clear. Basically, the story could have been told in half the pages it was given. It was a story of a girl who lived in poor circumstances, went to work for a distant relative, had a baby out of wedlock who died within a very short time. Because of this dark secret from her past, she ends up working on a dairy farm as a milkmaid and falls in love with a preacher's son. Once the love of her life learns about her past, the last half of the book deals with how she deals with the consequences of her past. It was a very depressing story. I wish I had never read the book! By Jiang Xueqin on May 18, 2013 Format: Paperback|Verified Purchase "Tess of the D'Urbervilles" is Thomas Hardy's most famous protagonist and one of literature's most tragic heroines. At first, she reminded me very much of Ibsen's Nora, but as the book came to a close I came to realize that Tess is far more emotionally complex than Nora: much moodier, much prouder, much more romantic, and ultimately much more tragic. The story is pretty well-known to most people. Tess is a young beautiful maiden who has a lazy drunk for a father and a manipulative opportunist as a mother. At a young tender and naive age she is essentially raped by her well-to-do cousin, and it's a stigma that haunts her in the small-minded provincial town where she lives. She soon meets the man of her dreams, a clergyman's romantic son who finds a kindred soul in Tess, and while Tess does her best to maintain her distance eventually she gives way to her passion, and marries Angel Clare. Though she has lost her virginity to another man Tess remains pure and free, and against the warnings of her mother she forces herself to tell her new husband of her past. And because he


Amy Whitehouse had two albums, 'Back to Black' and her first which had which male name as its title?

Back To Black: Amazon.co.uk: Music Listen Now Buy: Â£0.99   Sold by Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.. By placing your order, you agree to our Terms of Use . Product Description Product Description Second studio album by the late singer. The album was co-produced by her close friend Mark Ronson and features the singles 'Rehab', 'You Know I'm No Good', 'Back to Black', 'Tears Dry On Their Own' and 'Love Is a Losing Game'. Amazon.co.uk Amy Winehouse's second album, Back to Black, is one of the finest soul albums, British or otherwise, to come out for years. Frank, her first album, was a sparse and stripped-down affair; Back to Black, meanwhile, is neither of these things. This time around, she's taken her inspiration from some of the classic 1960's girl groups like the Supremes and the Shangri-Las, a sound particularly suited to her textured vocal delivery, while adding a contemporary songwriting sensibility. With the help of producers Mark Ronson and Salaam Remi, "Rehab" becomes a gospel-tinged stomp, while the title track (and album highlight) is a heartbreaking musical tribute to Phil Spector, with it's echoey bass drum, rhythmic piano, chimes, saxophone and close harmonies. Best of all, though, is the fact that Back to Black bucks the current trend in R&B by being unabashedly grown-up in both style and content. Winehouse's lyrics deal with relationships from a grown-up perspective, and are honest, direct and, often, complicated: on "You Know I'm No Good", she's unapologetic about her unfaithfulness. But she can also be witty, as on "Me & Mrs Jones" when she berates a boyfriend with "You made me miss the Slick Rick gig". Back to Black is a refreshingly mature soul album, the best of its kind for years. --Ted Kord


The railway nicknamed the 'Watercress Line' got the name because it carried the crop to London from which county?

Queen opens Scottish Borders Railway | UK | News | Daily Express Queen opens new Borders Railway and steam trains make a welcome return to service IT’S almost half a century since the last steam whistle was heard on the Borders Railway. 09:26, Wed, Sep 9, 2015 | UPDATED: 10:10, Wed, Sep 9, 2015 AFP/GETTY The Borders Railway used to carry 3,000 people a day At the time the line, linking Edinburgh and Carlisle, was in its death throes. Diesel trains ran for a while longer but the axe fell a couple of years later. As a result the Borders of Scotland became the only region in Britain without a train service. The 98-mile line was gone but not forgotten. For years there has been a campaign to restore the railway which has finally become a reality. Related articles As she becomes Britain’s longest reigning monarch today the Queen will offi cially reopen a 30-mile stretch of the Borders Railway from Edinburgh to Tweedbank. Fittingly Her Majesty will travel in style: by steam. Though trains on the line will be primarily dieselhauled there will be special steam excursions over the next six weeks. Almost all 5,000 tickets have been snapped up by eager enthusiasts. With its moving parts, fire and smoke a steam locomotive is like a beast. It’s a marked contrast from the modern boxes on wheels Historian David Spaven “There’s something about steam that appeals to all ages,” says historian David Spaven , author of Waverley Route: The Battle For The Borders Railway. “With its moving parts, fire and smoke a steam locomotive is like a beast. It’s a marked contrast from the modern boxes on wheels. There’s always a great sense of nostalgia for steam engines.” David, who has been part of the campaign to reopen the line, adds: “It has taken a long time but it’s tremendously exciting. It was a great mistake to close it.” The line, which carried up to 3,000 people a day at its peak, disappeared in 1969 as part of the Beeching cuts. The last steam train had chugged along the track in 1967. It was claimed the rise of the motor car meant the railway, which opened in 1849 from Edinburgh to Hawick and was extended to Carlisle in 1862, was no longer needed. But locals insisted the closure left them isolated and a campaign to restore the line began in the 1990s. The reopened stretch, costing £294million, follows the old track bed and began its fi rst passenger service on Sunday. REX Steam powered rial was once considered the backbone of Britain It’s expected to carry 650,000 commuters and tourists every year, stopping at seven new stations and helping to rejuvenate the Borders region. It’s the longest stretch of UK rail line to be opened for more than a century. Almost 140 bridges had to be rebuilt or repaired. However campaigners say they are disappointed the new stretch does not extend to its original destination, or at least as far as Hawick or Melrose. Steam-hauled trains are initially scheduled to run three times a week from Edinburgh Waverley and it’s hoped they will become regular events in future. Tickets start at £40 for adults for the steam services, pulled by the Union of South Africa engine built in Doncaster in the 1930s. REX Steam trains will run three times a week AND HERE ARE MORE OF OUR STEAM RAILWAYS FFESTINIOG AND WELSH HIGHLAND RAILWAYS Two unique narrow-gauge railways travelling through breathtaking Snowdonia scenery. The Ffestiniog line runs 13 miles from the harbour in Porthmadog to the slate-quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog, climbing more than 700ft from sea level into the mountains. Claimed to be the world’s oldest narrow-gauge line, opening in 1836, an adult round-trip ticket costs £21.50. A sister route, the Welsh Highland Railway, runs for 25 miles from Caernarfon past the foot of Snowdon and the picture postcard village of Beddgelert. Adult return fare is £35.80. The lines carry up to 400,000 passengers a year. THE SOUTH DEVON RAILWAY The SDR is a seven-mile former Great Western Railway branch line which runs along the stunning valley of the River Dart between Buckfastleigh and Totnes. Isambard Kingdom Brunel was the en


What can be mouse-eared, long-eared or whiskered?

Mouse-eared bats: Indiana bat, Myotis alcathoe, Little brown bat, Myotis escalerai, Mouse-eared bat, Myotis vivesi, Silver-tipped Myotis: Amazon.es: Source: Wikipedia: Libros en idiomas extranjeros Libros en idiomas extranjeros AÃ±adir a la Lista de deseos Â¿Tienes uno para vender? Volver atrÃ¡s Ir adelante Escuchar Reproduciendo... Interrumpido   EstÃ¡s escuchando una muestra de la ediciÃ³n de audio Audible. MÃ¡s informaciÃ³n Ver esta imagen Mouse-eared bats: Indiana bat, Myotis alcathoe, Little brown bat, Myotis escalerai, Mouse-eared bat, Myotis vivesi, Silver-tipped Myotis (InglÃ©s) Tapa blanda – 15 ago 2011 Tapa blanda, 15 ago 2011 "Vuelva a intentarlo" DescripciÃ³n del producto Reseña del editor Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Pages: 36. Chapters: Indiana bat, Myotis alcathoe, Little brown bat, Myotis escalerai, Mouse-eared bat, Myotis vivesi, Silver-tipped Myotis, Wall-roosting Mouse-eared Bat, Greater mouse-eared bat, Bechstein's Bat, Daubenton's Bat, Whiskered bat, Brandt's Bat, Eastern Small-footed Myotis, Gray Bat, Natterer's bat, Pond Bat, Northern long-eared myotis, Southeastern myotis, Lesser Mouse-eared Bat, Hodgson's Bat, Black Myotis, Keen's Myotis, Yuma Myotis, Welwitsch's Bat, California Myotis, Felten's Myotis, Eastern Long-fingered Bat, Schaub's Myotis, Sakhalin Myotis, Far Eastern Myotis, Australian Myotis, Fraternal Myotis, Ikonnikov's Bat, Southwestern Myotis, Elegant Myotis, Himalayan Whiskered Bat, Horsfield's Bat, Large Myotis, Peninsular Myotis, Schwartz's Myotis, Peters's Myotis, Myotis taiwanensis, Malagasy Mouse-eared Bat, Beijing Mouse-eared Bat, Burmese Whiskered Bat, Chilean Myotis, Montane Myotis, Guatemalan Myotis, Fringed Myotis, Cinnamon Myotis, Szechwan Myotis, Dominican Myotis, Cave Myotis, Singapore Whiskered Bat, Gomantong Myotis, Yanbaru Whiskered Bat, Kei Myotis, Southern Myotis, Oze Whiskered Bat, Atacama Myotis, Yoshiyuki's Myotis, Shinano Whiskered Bat, Myotis fimbriatus, Anjouan Myotis, Frosted Myotis, Findley's Myotis, Herman's Myotis, Miller's Myotis, Curacao Myotis, Myotis petax, Myotis phanluongi, Kock's Mouse-eared Bat, Arizona myotis. Excerpt: The Indiana bat (Myotis sodalis) is a medium-sized mouse-eared bat native to North America. It lives primarily in eastern and midwestern states and in parts of the south of the United States. The Indiana bat is gray, black, or chestnut in colour and is 1.2-2 inches and weighs about 1/4 an ounce. It is similar in appearance to the more common little brown bat but is distinguished by its feet size, toe hair length, pink lips and a keel on the calcar. Indiana bats live in har... No es necesario ningÃºn dispositivo Kindle. DescÃ¡rgate una de las apps de Kindle gratuitas para comenzar a leer libros Kindle en tu smartphone, tablet u ordenador. Apple


Who is the only person to win an Oscar playing an Oscar winning actress?

Academy Awards Best Actress Blue Jasmine (2013) The Only Best Actress Tie: In the Best Actress category, an unusual tie (the only      occurrence among female acting performances) occurred in 1968 between      Katharine Hepburn and Barbra Streisand, for their respective performances      in The Lion in Winter (1968) and Funny Girl (1968). [Note: With her subsequent win, Streisand became the only performer to win an Oscar for Best Actress (Funny Girl (1968)) and for Best Original Song ("Evergreen" from A Star Is Born (1976)) with lyrics by Paul Williams).] The Most Best Actress Nominations (and Wins): Only one actress has received four Best Actress Oscar       wins, and no actress has yet received three Best Actress Oscars.       There are twelve actresses who have received two Best Actress Oscars.     The number of Best Actress nominations are in parentheses: Katharine Hepburn (12); with four wins (Morning Glory (1932/33), Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (1967), The Lion in Winter (1968), On Golden Pond (1981)); two nominations were consecutive (from 1955-1956); two wins were consecutive (1967-1968) Meryl Streep (15) - with two wins (Sophie's Choice      (1982), The Iron Lady (2011)); three nominations were consecutive      (from 1981-1983) Bette Davis (10) - with two wins (Dangerous (1935), Jezebel (1938) ); five       nominations were consecutive (from 1938-1942) Ingrid Bergman (6) - with two wins ( Gaslight (1944) , Anastasia (1956));      three nominations were consecutive (from 1943-1945) Jane Fonda (6) - with two wins (Klute (1971), Coming Home (1978)); three      nominations were consecutive (from 1977-1979) Elizabeth Taylor      (5) - with two wins (Butterfield 8 (1960), Roman Holiday (1953) ); two nominations      were consecutive (from 1953-1954) Susan Hayward (5) - with one win (I Want to Live! (1958)); nominations in 1947, 1949, 1952, 1955, 1958 Anne Bancroft (5) - with one win (The Miracle Worker (1962)); nominations in 1962, 1964, 1967, 1977, 1985 Ellen Burstyn (5) - with one win (Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore (1974)); nominations in 1971, 1973, 1974, 1978, 1980, 2000 Shirley MacLaine (5) - with one win ( Terms of Endearment (1983) ); nominations in 1958, 1960, 1963, 1977, and 1983 Jessica Lange (5) - with one win (Blue Sky (1994)); two nominations      were consecutive (from 1984-1985) Susan Sarandon (5) - with one win (Dead Man Walking (1995)); two nominations      were consecutive twice (1991-1992, 1994-1995) Jennifer Jones (4) - with one win (The Song of Bernadette (1943)); two other nominations were consecutive (1945, 1946) Jane Wyman (4) - with one win (Johnny Belinda (1948)); nominations in 1946, 1948, 1951, and 1954 Joanne Woodward (4) - with one win (The Three Faces of Eve (1957)); nominations in 1957, 1968, 1973, and 1990 Julie Christie (4) - with one win (Darling (1965)); nominations in 1965, 1971, 1997, and 2007 Geraldine Page (4) - with one win (The Trip to      Bountiful (1985)); nominations in 1961, 1962, 1978, 1985 Diane Keaton (4) - with one win ( Annie Hall (1977) ); nominations in 1977, 1981, 1996, and 2003 Cate Blanchett (4) - with one win (Blue Jasmine        (2013)); nominations in 1998, 2007, 2013, and 2015 Kate Winslet (4) - with one win (The Reader (2008)); nominations in 1997, 2004, 2006, and 2008 Jennifer Lawrence (3) - with one win (Silver        Linings Playbook (2012)); nominations in 2010, 2012, and 2015 Deborah Kerr (6) - with no wins; three nominations       were consecutive (from 1956-1958) -- the only 6-time Best Actress nominee who never won Irene Dunne (5) - with no wins; two nominations were       consecutive (from 1936-1937) Judi Dench (5) - with no wins; two nominations were      consecutive (from 2005-2006) Marsha Mason (4) - with no wins Vanessa Redgrave (4) - with no wins Rosalind Russell (4) - with no wins; two nominations were consecutive (from 1946-1947) Barbara Stanwyck (4) - with no wins Glenn Close (3) - with no wins Consecutive Best Act


How was the American gangster and bank-robber Lester J Gillis, associated with John Dillinger, better known?

Baby Face Nelson - Criminal - Biography.com Baby Face Nelson Baby Face Nelson was a bank robber and killer in the 1920s and '30s, and a criminal associate of John Dillinger. IN THESE GROUPS Famous People Who Died in United States Synopsis Born Lester Joseph Gillis in Chicago, Illinois, on December 6, 1908, Baby Face Nelson became one of the most notorious bank robbers of the early 20th century. He started his life in crime at the age of 13. Nelson was sentenced to jail in 1931 for a bank robbery, but he soon escaped from custody. He returned to his criminal activities, including robbing banks. In 1934, he participated in robberies with John Dillinger and his gang. After Dillinger's death, J. Edgar Hoover announced that Nelson was now "Public Enemy No. 1." He died following a shootout with the FBI in November 1934. Early Life and Crimes Notorious bank robber and killer Baby Face Nelson was born Lester Joseph Gillis in Chicago, Illinois, on December 6, 1908. According to some reports, both of his parents were immigrants from Belgium. The New York Times listed his father's occupation as tanner. During his school years, Nelson was known to have a short temper and often got into fights with his classmates. By the age of 13, Nelson had begun his life of crime. He was caught stealing in 1922 and sentenced to the St. Charles School for Boys. Over the next few years, he was in and out of juvenile facilities. Nelson eventually earned the nickname "Baby Face" for his youthful appearance by his fellow street thugs. He was only five feet four inches tall and weighed roughly 133 pounds. In 1928, Nelson married Helen Wawzynak. She called herself Helen Gillis, even after her husband had taken on the last name of Nelson. Helen was only 16 years old at the time. The couple soon had a son and a daughter together. Notorious Bank Robber Nelson graduated to adult prison in 1931 after robbing a bank in Chicago. Sentenced to a year in jail, he escaped from custody while being transported to be tried on another bank robbery charge in February 1932. Nelson eventually wound up in Sausalito, California where he met John Paul Chase. The pair engaged in numerous criminal activities over the next few years. Nelson joined up legendary criminal John Dillinger in 1934, shortly after Dillinger's original gang dissolved. Nelson was almost caught that April while he was hiding out with the Dillinger gang in northern Wisconsin. But he shot his way out of the situation, killing an FBI agent in the process. He was with Dillinger and Homer Van Meter during the June robbery of the Merchants National Bank in South Bend, Indiana. A police officer was killed by the gang during the crime. On July 22, 1934, Dillinger himself was ambushed and killed by FBI agents outside the Biograph Theater in Lincoln Park in Chicago. The next day, FBI director J. Edgar Hoover announced that Nelson was the new "Public Enemy No. 1." Van Meter met a grisly end the following month, in a confrontation with police. Violent Death After Dillinger's death, Nelson headed to California with his wife, Helen, and John Paul Chase for a time. He managed to evade capture for several months, but the FBI finally caught up with him in November 27, 1934. Nelson was driving in a stolen car with his wife and Chase near Barrington, Illinois, when they were spotted by FBI agents. For a time, Nelson tried to drive away and the agents gave chase. He then stopped the car to shoot at the agents. A brief gun battle ensued, which left FBI agent Herman E. Hollis dead. A second agent, Samuel P. Cowley, died several hours later in an Elgin hospital. Nelson had been severely wounded—hit by 17 bullets—in the standoff, but he, Chase and his wife managed to get away. On November 28, 1934, the 25-year-old Nelson succumbed to his injuries. His body was left near the St. Peter Catholic Cemetery in Skokie, Illinois. His wife was later sentenced to a year in prison for violating her parole. She had previously pleaded guilty to harboring fugitives. Fact Check We strive for accuracy and fairness. If you see something that doe


The holiday company 'Hoseasons' started with holidays in which area of the UK?

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Carmen Polo was the wife of which 20th century dictator?

María del Carmen Franco y Polo. Pictures | Getty Images María del Carmen Franco y Polo. January 01, 1900 Licence María del Carmen Franco y Polo , (born 14 February 1926) only child of Spain's...María del Carmen Franco y Polo , (born 14 February 1926) only child of Spain's dictator General Francisco Franco and his wife Carmen Polo, seen with her father, during the Spanish Civil War. LessMore


Mozambique was the first country with no historical ties to Britain to be accepted into the Commonwealth, which was the second?

Commonwealth - The Canadian Encyclopedia Commonwealth The Commonwealth is a loose, voluntary association of Britain and most of its former colonies. The Commonwealth of Nations is made up of 53 countries, including Canada, that were for the most part once part of the British Empire. They work together on international policy and hold a major sports event every four years. It is one of the world’s oldest political associations of states. British Empire Roots The Commonwealth is a loose, voluntary association of Britain and most of its former colonies. Its members are independent nations, together accounting for about one-quarter of the world's population. Commonwealth members are pledged, according to a 1971 declaration of principles, to consult and co-operate in furthering world peace, social understanding, racial equality and economic development. These principles were reinforced by the Harare declaration in 1991 in favour of democracy, human rights, local governance, the rule of law, equal opportunities and free trade. The Commonwealth Secretariat, established in 1965, administers programs of co-operation, arranges meetings and provides specialist services to member countries. The British monarch is head of the Commonwealth, a purely symbolic role. The roots of the Commonwealth are frequently traced back as far as the Durham Report (1839) and to the advent of Responsible Government in the 1840s. By 1867 the British North American provinces, as well as other British colonies in Newfoundland , Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, were self-governing with respect to internal affairs. With Confederation in 1867, Canada became the first federation in the British Empire; its size, economic strength and seniority enabled it to become a leader in the widening of colonial autonomy and the transformation of the empire into a commonwealth of equal nations. First World War Contingents from all the self-governing British colonies took part in the South African War from 1899 to 1902. Canada sent only volunteers. After the war, Prime Minister Wilfrid Laurier made it clear at the Colonial and Imperial Conferences in 1902, 1907 and 1911 that participation in imperial defence would always be on Canadian terms. In 1914 the British king declared war on behalf of the entire empire. The Dominions (a term applied to Canada in 1867 and used from 1907 to 1948 to describe the empire's other self-governing members) decided individually the nature and extent of their participation. They gave generously: more than a million men from the Dominions and 1.5 million from India enlisted in the forces of the empire. There were also huge contributions of food, money and munitions. Although some South African nationalists and many French Canadians opposed participation in a distant British war, the unity of the empire in the First World War was impressive. Seeking Full Independence Post-Great War Years Despite the extent of their First World War commitment, the Dominions at first played no part in setting policy or war strategy. But Canadian Prime Minister Robert Borden was especially critical when the war did not go well. When David Lloyd George became British prime minister in late 1916, he immediately convened an Imperial War Conference and created an Imperial War Cabinet, two separate bodies which met in 1917 and 1918. The War Conference was remembered primarily for Resolution IX, which stated that the Dominions were "autonomous nations of an Imperial Commonwealth" with a "right ... to an adequate voice in foreign policy and in foreign relations." This was chiefly an initiative of Prime Minister Borden, carried at the conference with the help of General Jan Smuts of South Africa. It marked the first official use of the term "Commonwealth." The Imperial War Cabinet gave leaders from the Dominions and India an opportunity to be informed, consulted and made to feel part of the making of high-level policy. A similar body, the British Empire Delegation, was created at the Paris Peace Conference after the war. Borden and Australian Prime Minister W.M. H


Which country elects a monarch every five years?

Malaysia ~ The Monarch Malaysia ~ The Monarch Daulat Tuanku   Undoubtedly, the Malaysian monarchy is a unique system as it is the only country where its King is elected every five years. Here the King or the ‘Yang Di Pertauan Agong’ is elected every five years unlike the traditional system where the Monarch ascends the throne through lineage and remains until his abdication or death. Malaysia has Seven States are headed by Sultans (Kedah, Selangor, Kelantan, Johor, Perak, Pahang and Terengganu), one by a Raja (Perlis) and another by Yang Di-Pertuan Besar (Negeri Sembilan). Of these nine hereditary Malay rulers, each takes turn to rule for five years as king.   This system was the innovation of the country’s first Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman and was the result of the historical situation in Malaya. It evolved from the combination of the British ruled Straits Settlements (Penang, Malacca and Singapore), the British North Borneo States of Sabah and Sarawak with the Malay States in the formation of an independent Malaysia. Tunku Abdul Rahman found it difficult to decide which of the nine Malay Rulers Sultans should be King since each of them was entitled to the throne. In the end to protect the position and prestige of the Malay rulers, he decided on a system where each Sultan would be King for a term of at least five years and the King would be called the “Yang Di Pertuan Agong”, or Supreme Ruler. The office of the King is not hereditary but is for a fixed term of five years and on a rotational system among the Rulers. It provides that for the purposes of the appointment of the King, the order of precedence among the nine Rulers (based on the length of time the Rulers had reigned in their States) at the time of Independence, be followed. The position of the King is that of a constitutional Monarch and plays an important constitutional role in the country. He does not have absolute powers except certain powers conferred by Parliament on him under Federal Laws provided in the Federal Constitution. Except for a few matters where he is allowed to use his discretion, he can only act on the advice of the Prime Minister.     Amongst his titles, in the Judiciary, he is the fountain of Justice, he is also the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and is the Supreme Head of Islam in the country.


To within three years, in which year was the Metropolitan Police Act passed, forming the first official police force?

The Metropolitan Police how it all began - Metropolitan Police Service Search the site The Metropolitan Police how it all began In 1829, when Sir Robert Peel was Home Secretary, the first Metropolitan Police Act was passed and the Metropolitan Police Force was established. This new force superseded the local Watch in the London area but the City of London was not covered. Even within the Metropolitan Police District there still remained certain police establishments, organised during the eighteenth century, outside the control of the Metropolitan Police Office, viz:- The Bow Street Patrols, mounted and foot, the latter commonly called the "Bow Street runners". Police Office constables attached to the offices of, and under the control of, the Magistrates. The Marine or River Police. By 1839 all these establishments had been absorbed by the Metropolitan Police Force. The City of London Police, which was set up in 1839, remains an independent force to this day. Until 1829, law enforcement had been lacking in organisation. As London expanded during the 18th and 19th centuries the whole question of maintaining law and order had become a matter of public concern. In 1812, 1818 and 1822, Parliamentary committees were appointed to investigate the subject of crime and policing. By 1826 Sir Robert Peel was outlining a plan for six police districts to cover a 16 km (10 mile) radius from St Paul's, excluding the City of London. But it was not until 1828 when he set up his committee that the findings paved the way for his police Bill, which led to the setting up of an organised police service in London. The formation of the Metropolitan Police Force by Sir Robert Peel occurred on the 29th September 1829 Peel appointed Col. Charles Rowan and Richard Mayne to establish the force as much as they saw fit. On 20 July he approved the establishment of a force of 895 constables, 88 sergeants, 20 inspectors and 8 superintendents. Sir Richard Mayne, Joint Commissioner Peel stressed that the principal duty of the police was to be crime prevention (rather than detection.) The nicknames 'Peelers' and 'Bobbies' were uncomplimentary results of his decision to make the force directly responsible to himself in the Home Office. Peel's proposal that senior uniformed ranks should be filled from below and not brought in from the higher social classes has been followed to this day. Peel himself said that he accepted low pay for the men as he did not want any policeman feeling superior to the job or his colleagues. Sir Robert Peel is commemorated in the MPS by the training schools' names (first Peel House, now Peel Centre); by a bronze statue acquired by the Hendon training school in 1873 and by a marble bust. More The Metropolitan Police how it all began Using this site


Which independent Commonwealth state is the smallest republic in the world?

The 10 Smallest States in the World - Wonderslist WondersList by Ahsan Hayat There are 193 states in the world – all recognized by the United Nations and members. Together comprise the ten smallest countries of this world so much that their surface area if put together is still smaller than Mexico City, which covers 1,499 square kilometers of urban area. Here, below are 10 of the world’s smallest states, some of these has no armed forces at all. 1. Vatican City State Sacred football field. The sovereign city center of Rome does not belong to the United Nations, however, is recognized as an independent state internationally. Between 800 and 900 people living on an area that covers 0.44 square kilometers. 572 of them have a Vatican citizenship. This will only be awarded in connection with certain functions in the state. All the others are something like immigrants. In order to supply the tiny area as environmentally friendly as possible with energy, there is a solar power plant the size of a football field for additional alternative energy. The Vatican City covers approximately 50 streets, one’s own train station and a heliport. There is even a football team that plays for the Vatican. 2. Principality of Monaco Tax haven. Greek settlers founded in the 5th century, the foundation for today’s tax haven on the coast of France. Since February 25, 1489, the state is independent and attracts a lot of people. The principality is overall abounding on the 2.02-square-kilometer area with 17,889 inhabitants per square kilometer footprint. It’s amongst the most scenic places of Europe  and way to Formula One Racing . The fact that they are doing very well despite the social density, based on the control system of Monaco, exists no direct tax liability for individuals. Neither the income tax nor an inheritance tax is levied here. No wonder that this Manhattan is booming on the Mediterranean and still always attracts rich from around the world. 3. Republic of Nauru Pleasant Island. Deiboe, Eamwidamit, Eamwidara, Eamwit, Eamgum, Eano, EMEO, Eoraru, Irutsi, Iruwa, Iwi and Ranibok were the names of the twelve tribes, who lived one day at the coral island in the Pacific Ocean. It reminds of the twelve-pointed star on the national flag of Nauru. Here is 10 tribes that avoided globalized civilization . Today, the 21-square-mile kingdom is divided into 14 districts, in which around 10,175 people live. By the year 2001, it was revealed in such a high standard of living that the island was partly explained as the real paradise. The economy was based at that time on the phosphate mining. Since 2001, when the phosphate reserves were exhausted, the situation and the standard of living extremely changed. Since then, the nation’s finances are moving more to the brink of bankruptcy and the state budget is dependent on Australian grants. 4. Tuvalu Ellice Islands. Dismissed from the British Commonwealth in 1974. At that time the island was called Ellice Islands. In 1978 it was renamed Tuvalu and recorded as a sovereign state within the Commonwealth of Nations. 25 square kilometers accommodate approximately 10,500 inhabitants. The highest point of the island is five meters above sea level. Most of the inhabitants live on agriculture and fisheries. 5. Republic of San Marino State veteran. San Marino is not only one of the five smallest states in the world, but it is also the oldest republic. In the year 301 to Marinus, a Christian stonemason from Croatia, have fled to Mount Titano. Today, about 32,500 people possess the citizenship of 60.57 square meter state in the middle of Italy. Around 12,800 of them are living abroad. 6. Principality of Liechtenstein Hard-fought. The 160.47 square meter territory got its political independence in 1806. Until then, it was incessantly occupied repeatedly by different forces; Germans and French namely. The Principality is the only state that lies entirely in the Alps. The highest point is Mount Liechtenstein Front Grauspitz with a height of 2,599 meters, the deepest the Ruggeller Riet at 430 meters above sea level. Elev