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Antoine Marie Jean-Baptiste Roger, comte de Saint-Exupéry, simply known as de Saint-Exupéry (, , ; 29 June 1900 – 31 July 1944), was a French writer and pilot. He wrote many stories that became famous, including "The Little Prince" (original: Le petit prince, 1943), "Night Flight" (original: Vol de nuit, 1931), and "Wind, Sand and Stars" (original: Terre des hommes, Land of People, 1939). Saint-Exupéry did not return from a reconnaissance flight near Marseille, in 1944. A fisherman found Saint Exupery's silver bracelet near Marseille, in 1998. Two years later, the motor of the plane was found nearby.
Grenada was first at the Olympic Games in 1984. They have been in each Summer Olympic Games since then. Grenada won its first medal at the London 2012 Olympics. Kirani James set a new national record of 43.94 seconds to win gold in the Men's 400 meters. The Grenada Olympic Committee was formed in 1984 and recognized in the same year. Grenada has not been in any Winter Olympic Games.
Guatemala was first at the Olympic Games in 1952. The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for Guatemala was GUT. It is now GUA. History. Guatemala has been in every Summer Olympic Games since 1968. The nation has been in the Winter Olympic Games only once, in 1988. Guatemala won their first Olympic medal at the 2012 Summer Olympics. Erick Barrondo took second place in the men's 20 km walking race. The National Olympic Committee for Guatemala was formed in 1947 and recognized by the International Olympic Committee in 1947.
Guyana has been in 14 Summer Olympic Games.  The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for Guyana is GUY. In 1964, it was GUI for British Guiana. History. Athletes from this country have never been in the Winter Olympic Games. For the first 5 games the country's name was British Guiana.  Michael Anthony won a bronze medal at the 1980 Summer Olympics in boxing. The Guyana Olympic Association was formed in 1935 and recognized by the International Olympic Committee in 1948.
The Aru Valley is in the southern area of Jammu and Kashmir, India. At a distance of 12 km from Pahalgam, the valley is known for its scenic meadows, lakes and mountains. It is also the base camp for trekking to the Kolhoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake. The Overa-Aru Biosphere Reserve of around 511 Km² is also the home for several rare and endangered species. Aru Valley enriches the glory of Jammu and Kashmir tourism by being the starting point of trekking expeditions to Kolahoi Glacier and Sonmarg. Apart from the trekkers, the village also caters to the skiing desires of tourists who love to visit the place during winters. The location of the village among the grasslands, make this place a tourist delight. It is reachable by walking along a mountain path. The village also serves as the start point for trekking to Kolahoi glacier. Another long trek for the serious trekker is to Sonmarg, which can be covered in 3 days! Besides, the valley is also known to be a good site for camping.
Teenage Dream is the third studio album by American pop singer Katy Perry. The album was released in the United States on August 24, 2010, and went straight to number one on the Billboard 200, selling 192,000 copies in its first week. There have been six singles released from "Teenage Dream" and two from its re-release, all of which have achieved massive chart success. The album was nominated for Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album at the 2010 Grammy Awards. "Teenage Dream" was nominated for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. "California Gurls" was nominated for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals. In 2012 "Firework" was nominated for Record of the Year and Best Solo Pop Performance. Personnel. Adapted from the "Teenage Dream" liner notes.
Haiti at the Olympics is a history which began at the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris.  The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for Haiti is HAI. History. The Haitian shooting team placed third in 1924. At the 1928 Summer Olympics Silvio Cator won a silver medal in men's long jump. While Haiti has been in several Olympic games since 1928, no other medals have been won. Haiti has been in the Winter Olympics since Beijing 2022.
Honduras at the Olympics is a history which began in 1968. The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for Honduras is HON. History. Honduras has been in nine Summer Olympic Games. They were at the Winter Olympic Games in 1992. They have never won a medal. The Comité Olímpico Hondureño was formed in 1956 and recognized by the IOC the same year.
The Pocket Cube is a 2x2 version of a Rubik's Cube. It contains just 8 corners. Records. The record for one Pocket Cube solve is 0.43 seconds by Teodor Zajder at the Warsaw Cube Masters 2023 (in Poland) The record was set in 2x2x2 single category. Zayn Khanani holds the record for the average of 5, which is 0.92 seconds, set at New Cumberland County 2024. Other types. There is a Pocket Cube with only pink and green, called the Junior cube. On one side there is a monkey face on it. The Eastsheen company also has Pocket Cube, but it is much larger. Each side is about 5 centimeters big. A Rubik's Ice Cube has translucent (partly see-through) stickers. The plastic is light blue. Verdes Innovations has a Pocket Cube called the V-Cube 2. There is a V-Cube 2b. It has a pillow shape to it. Dayan has made a Pocket Cube called the Dayan 2x2. People think that this cube is very similar to the Dayan Zhanchi 3x3. MoYu made the MoYu LingPo which is a very fast Pocket Cube. Fangshi/Funs and Shengshou have also made Pocket Cubes.  There are many companies that make pocket cubes. Methods for Solving. There is the beginner's method, but there are advanced methods like The EG Method, where you solve a side and finish the rest with one algorithm
Jamaica at the Olympics is a history which began in 1948. The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for Jamaica is JAM. History. Teams from Jamaica have been in every Summer Olympic Games since then. In 1960, Jamaican athletes competed as part of the West Indies Federation team. Jamaica has also been in the Winter Olympic Games since 1988. The Jamaica national bobsled team has achieved some fame. Jamaica has won 61 medals, with all but one medal won in athletics. Most of the medals have been for individual and relay sprint events. The National Olympic Committee for Jamaica is the "Jamaica Olympic Association", and was formed in 1936.
Mexico at the Olympics is a history which began in 1900. The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for Mexico is MEX. History. A team from Mexico took part in the Olympic Games in 1900. They have been in every Summer Olympic Games since 1924. Mexico has also been in several Winter Olympic Games since 1928. Mexico was the host nation of the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City. The National Olympic Committee for Mexico is the "Comité Olímpico Mexicano" and was formed in 1923.
Netherlands Antilles at the Olympics is a history which began in 1931. The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for the region of the Netherlands Antilles was NAN. It is now AHO. History. Athletes from the Netherlands Antilles have been in most Summer Olympic Games since then. The nation supported the Netherlands' boycott of the 1956 Games and the American-led boycott of the 1980 Summer Olympics. The Netherlands Antilles has been in the Winter Olympic Games two times. The National Olympic Committee for the Netherlands Antilles was formed in 1931 and recognized by the International Olympic Committee in 1950. At the 2012 Summer Olympics, three athletes from the region of the Netherlands Antilles competed under the flag of the IOC. List of medalists. As of 2008, Jan Boersma is the only Netherlands Antillean athlete to win an Olympic medal, a silver medal in sailing. Churandy Martina finished second, behind Usain Bolt but was disqualified after an American led protest that Martina ran out of his lane during the race. Dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles. The Netherlands Antilles Olympic Committee has continued to exist as the umbrella body for sports on the five islands after the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles. The five islands will continue to be in the Olympic Games under the "Netherlands Antilles" name, but as a region in the Caribbean rather than a political entity. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) approved this in June 2007.
Nicaragua in the Olympics is a history which includes 11 games in 10 countries and 90+ athletes. Since 1959, Nicaragua has contributed to the growth of the "Olympic Movement". The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for Nicaragua was NCG. It is now is NCA. History. The National Olympic Committee for Nicaragua ("Comité Olímpico Nicaragüense") was formed in 1959; and it was recognized by the International Olympic Committee the same year. Nicaragua was first at the Olympic Games in 1968.  Teams from Nicaragua have been in every Summer Olympic Games since 1968, except when they boycotted the 1988 Games in support of North Korea. The nation has never been in the Winter Olympic Games. As of 2012, Nicaragua has never won an Olympic medal.  The baseball team finished in fourth place at the 1996 Summer Olympics.
Panama at the Olympics is a history which includes 16 games in 14 countries and 70+ athletes. Since 1928, Panama has contributed to the growth of the "Olympic Movement". The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for Panama is PAN. History. A team from Panama was first at the 1928 Summer Olympics. They have been in 12 Summer Olympic Games, but none of the Winter Olympic Games.
Paraguay at the Olympics is a history which includes 11 games in 10 countries and 90+ athletes. Since 1970, the Paraguay has contributed to the growth of the "Olympic Movement". The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for Paraguay is PAR. History. The Paraguay National Olympic Committee was formed in 1970. It was recognized by the International Olympic Committee in 1970. Paraguay's team first competed at the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City. Paraguay athletes have been in every Summer Olympic Games since 1968, except the boycotted 1980 Summer Olympics. They have never been in the Winter Olympic Games. The nation has only ever won one medal, the silver medal in the men's football in Athens.
Peru at the Olympics is a history which includes 20 games in 15 countries and 300+ athletes. Since 1900, the Peru has contributed to the growth of the "Olympic Movement". The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for Peru is PER. History. The Peru National Olympic Committee was formed in 1924. It was recognized by the International Olympic Committee in 1936. Peru's team first competed at the 1900 Summer Olympics in Paris. Since 1936, the nation has been in all but one Summer Olympic Games. Peru was in the Winter Olympic Games in 2010.
The Afsharid dynasty (Persian: سلسله افشار) was an Iranian dynasty, that originated from the kurd Afshar tribe.
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is a way to make many copies of a sequence of DNA (this is sometimes called 'amplifying' the DNA). It is done in a lab, using an enzyme called DNA polymerase. It is called chain reaction because the result of one cycle is used immediately for the next cycle. This allows exponential growth to happen.  PCR has many uses in a biological or biochemical setting. Because DNA is unique for every living thing, experimenters can often extract only small amounts of the DNA they are interested in from a specimen. These amounts are usually too little to be useful, and so a scientist will use PCR to make enough copies to start experimenting with. For this reason, it is one of the most common techniques used in genetics labs around the world, making it useful in experiments on many things, including gene therapy, infectious diseases, and even forensics. This process was developed in 1983 by Kary Mullis. He was not the first person to develop the PCR process, but he was the first to make the process usable. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work in the PCR process. It was a joint award, the other scientist being Michael Smith, who worked on a related project. PCR procedure. The method consists of repeated heating and cooling, causing "melting" (separation of the two strands) and replication of the original DNA, also called a template. Short DNA fragments consisting of DNA sequences complementary to the ends of the template, called primers, and a DNA polymerase are key materials for selective and repetitive steps. The technique proceeds in three steps: After the first cycle, there are 4 DNA strands. The process repeats with the 4 DNA strands, which will go on to make 8 strands, then repeat itself again to make 16 strands. In this way, PCR doubles the amount of DNA in a sample after each cycle, making it possible to obtain millions of copies of a DNA strand overnight.
Presidio of Ahú was a prison in the city of Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil. It was the first prison in Curitiba, opened in 1905 . Closed in 2006, now is the site of recordings for film and television, such as:
Apocrita is a suborder of insects in the order Hymenoptera, the other being the Symphyta.  Included in the Apocrita are the ants, bees, wasps, braconids, ichneumons, chalcids, nearly all parasitic hymenopterans, and a few other forms. The suborder includes the most highly evolved members of the order. There are well over a hundred thousand species distributed worldwide.
A Jejemon (tl: ) is a type of person in the Philippines who makes the English language hard to read. The "Philippine Daily Inquirer" call them different but happy because of their language and clothes. The word "Jejemon" came from people who like to write "hehehe" as "jejeje" because "jeje" is Spanish for hehe due to the sound J makes in Spanish. "-Mon" is added at the end. This is from the Japanese anime Pokémon. "-Mon" means "monster." They are "jeje-monsters." People. Jejemons started to appear because of cellphones. Cellphones can only use 160 characters so people who use them write shorter words to save space. Jejemons don't want this so they made their words longer. People who are Jejemons are described based on levels. These are "mild," "moderate", "severe", or "terminal." Jejenese and Jejebet. Jejemons speak Jejenese based on Taglish and Englog. Jejenese is also referred to as "street language". Their alphabet, Jejebet, is based on Leet. Words are created by mixing letters in a word, mixed large and small letters, using the letters H, X or Z many times, and mixing of numbers in words. The spelling is the same as Leetspeak. Reactions. Facebook fan pages were made in support and against the group. Celebrities have condemned some attacks. "Jejebusters" were created to fight jejetyping and jejemons. The Department of Education of the Philippines (DepEd) discourages students from using Jejemon spelling and grammar.
Swardspeak (or Chuva) is a secret language that came from the mixed language with the names Taglish and Englog. It is used by gay people in the Philippines. Swardspeak uses word from Tagalog, English, Spanish, Cebuano, Japanese, Sanskrit, and other languages. Names of Celebrities and trademark brands are also used. Gay people use Swardpeak to make themselves feel special. The language changes a lot. People who use the language are called "Bekimons". This word is from the words "bakla" (gay) and "Jejemon". The word "Swardspeak" came from the 1970's book called "Swardspeak: A Preliminary Study". "Sward" is slang for "gay male" in the Philippines. Rules. Swardspeak is a form of slang. It changes a lot and the meaning of words are hard to know. The rules are explained below.
is a prefecture of Japan. It is part of the Tōhoku region of the island of Honshu. The capital city is Sendai. History. Miyagi Prefecture used to be part of Mutsu Province. That province was in the northern part of Honshu. It was made from land taken from the indigenous Emishi. The province became the largest as it expanded to the north. The ancient capital was in modern Miyagi Prefecture. During the Sengoku period, various clans ruled different parts of the province. Date Masamune was a close ally of the Tokugawa. He established Sendai, which is now the largest town of the Tōhoku region. In the Meiji period, four new provinces were created from parts of Mutsu: Rikuchū, Rikuzen, Iwaki, and Iwashiro. In 1871, Sendai Prefecture was formed. It was renamed Miyagi prefecture the following year. 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami. On March 11, 2011, a 9.0-magnitude earthquake and major tsunami hit Miyagi Prefecture. It caused major damage to the area. The tsunami was about 10 meters high in parts of Miyagi Prefecture. Cities. There are thirteen cities in Miyagi Prefecture: Towns and villages. These are the towns and villages in each district: National parks. National parks cover about 23% of the total land area of the prefecture. They include: Economy. Farming, fishing and sake brewing are all important in Miyagi. As of March 2011, the prefecture made 4.7% of Japan's rice, 23% of its oysters, and 15.9% of its saury fish. Manufacturing around Sendai is a larger part of the economy. The area produces electronics, appliances, and processed food. Sight-seeing. Sendai was the castle town of the daimyo Date Masamune. The remains of Sendai Castle are on a hill above the city. Miyagi Prefecture has one of Japan's Three Great Views. Matsushima Bay is full of small islands with old pine trees on them. Many visitors come here every year and many artists have painted the islands. The following are also noted as attractions: Shrines and temples. "Shigogama jinja" is the main Shinto shrine ("ichinomiya") in the prefecture.
Apricot is a color that is a representation of the color of the apricot fruit. "Apricot" in has been in written use as a color name since 1851.  Where the name came from. The word "apricot" comes from the Arabic "Al-birquq", in turn derived from Latin "armeniacus", i.e., "the fruit from Armenia". The ultimate origin of the apricot fruit was from China. It is Kiribata's religious symbol of honour.
Kallima, also known as the Oakleaf or Dead leaf butterfly, is a genus of butterflies of the family Nymphalidae. They are found in Asia.  Their common name is a reference to the under surface of their wings, which is various shades of brown. When the wings are held closed, this results in a remarkable similarity to a dead leaf. There are dark dots or patches that look like the effects of fungi and lichen, which are so common on dead leaves.  The camouflage is perfected by the rear wings, which have a little 'tail', which looks like the stalk of a leaf. When at rest in closed position, the 'tail' touches the branch, completing the illusion. There are two morphs of the common Indian species "Kallima inachus". Nothing seems to be known about why these morphs exist. There is also variation in the colour of the undersurfaces.
Airfix is a UK manufacturer of plastic scale model kits. Airfix was founded in 1939 by Nicholas Kove. Airfix is currently owned by Hornby. During the 1960s and 1970s, the company grew much bigger as the kit modelling hobby became more popular. The range of models expanded at this time too.
Puerto Rico at the Olympics is a history which began in 1900. The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for Puerto Rico is PUR. History. A team from Puerto Rico was first at the Olympic Games in 1948. They have been in every Summer Olympic Games since then. Puerto Rico has also been in the Winter Olympic Games since 1984, but missed the Games of 2006, 2010, and 2014. Puerto Rican athletes have won a total of twelve medals. Most are in boxing. The National Olympic Committee for Puerto Rico was formed in 1948 and recognized by the International Olympic Committee the same year. In the 2016 Rio Olympics, Puerto Rico won its first gold medal thanks to tenis player, Monica Puig. In the 2024 Paris Olympics, Jasmine Camacho-Quinn was the first puerto rican to win two Olympic medals.
Gaius Iulius Vindex was a Roman governor who is famous for rebelling in 67/68AD against the Emperor Nero. Vindex was the governor of a province in Gaul (modern-day France). He rebelled against Nero's high taxes. In order to become more powerful, he allied with the governor of Hispania (modern-day Spain), Galba (who would become ruler during the "year of the four emperors"). Vindex was killed in battle by Rufus, the governor of Germania (modern-day Germany), however, when Nero killed himself and Galba became emperor (June 68AD), Galba made coins dedicated to Vindex.
Saint Kitts and Nevis was first at the Olympic Games in 1996 and has been in every Summer Olympic Games since. St Kitts and Nevis has never been at the Winter Olympic Games. Saint Kitts and Nevis has never won a medal. They have only been in the Track and Field events.
Saint Lucia was first at the Olympic Games in 1996. They have been in every Summer Olympic Games since. The nation has never been in the Winter Olympic Games. The National Olympic Committee for Saint Lucia was formed in 1987 and recognized by the International Olympic Committee in 1993.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has been in six Summer Olympic Games. The country has been in the Winter Olympic Games. As of 2010, no athlete from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has ever won an Olympic medal. The St Vincent and the Grenadines National Olympic Committee was formed in 1982 and recognized by the IOC in 1987.
Suriname was first at the Olympic Games in 1960. They have been in most Summer Olympic Games since then. The nation missed the 1964 Games, and also boycotted the 1980 Summer Olympics. Suriname has never been in the Winter Olympic Games. The National Olympic Committee for Suriname was formed in 1959 and recognized by the International Olympic Committee that same year.
Trinidad and Tobago were first in the Summer Olympic Games in 1948, before independence from Great Britain. Trinidad and Tobago have been in fourteen Summer Olympics and three Winter Olympics. Medalists. Summer. (*)Participation only at Round 1.
United States at the Olympics is a history which starts in the 1890s. The International Olympic Committee's official abbreviation for the United States is USA. History. The United States has been to every Olympic Games, except the boycotted 1980 Summer Olympics. The United States Olympic Committee (USOC) is the National Olympic Committee for the United States. Thomas Burke was the first athlete to represent the United States at the Olympics. He took first place in both the 100 meters and the 400 meters of the 1896 Summer Olympics in Athens, Greece. US athlete Michael Phelps has won the most medals of any Olympic athlete of any nation. He has 22 Olympic medals, including 18 golds. American athletes have won a total of 2400 medals at the Summer Olympic Games and another 253 at the Winter Olympic Games. Hosted Games. The United States has hosted the Games eight times, four times each for the Summer and Winter Games:
Uruguay was first at the Olympic Games in 1924. They have been in every Summer Olympic Games since except the boycotted 1980 Summer Olympics. Uruguay has been in one Winter Olympic Games in 1998. The National Olympic Committee for Uruguay was formed in 1923, and recognized by the International Olympic Committee that same year.
Venezuela was first at the Olympic Games in 1948 and has been in every Summer Olympic Games since. Venezuela has also been in the Winter Olympic Games since 1998. The National Olympic Committee for Venezuela was formed in 1935.
The United States Virgin Islands has been in 9 Summer Olympic Games. They have also been in the Winter Olympic Games 7 times. Peter Holmberg took second place in sailing at the 1988 Summer Olympics. The Virgin Islands Olympic Committee was formed in 1967 and recognized by the IOC the same year.