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Wenchang Wang (文昌王), also known as Wenchang Dijun, is a Taoist deity in Chinese mythology, celebrated as the God of Culture and Literature. People often refer to him as Wen Qu or Wen. His name translates to the King of Flourishing Culture and Language. Wenchang Wang is represented by a constellation of six stars near the Big Dipper, these stars have individual names like Shangjiang, Cijiang, Guixiang, Siming, Sizhong, and Silu. Depicted as an elderly scholar with two attendants, Tianlong and Diya, Wenchang Wang is known to hold a pen and a book with the inscription "Heaven determines literary achievement." Taoist Scholars and writers historically invoke his assistance for inspiration or guidance, especially before exams. History and Worship. Wenchang Wang was given titles like the Supporter of the Mongol Dynasty. He has been officially revered since 1314 A.D started by Yen Yu of Yuan dynasty. He is known for promoting positive influences and is a deity invoked by scholars and students for academic aid. Many temples honor him, with the Wenchang temple at Zitong being notable. Qiqu Mountain, its location, is famous for the largest cypress forest in China, and it's regarded as the origin of Wenchang culture. In Sichuan, it's said, "In the North, there is Confucius, and in the South, there is Wenchang". Taichung has two significant temples dedicated to Wenchang Di Jun. One in Beitun, constructed in 1863, aimed to support learning. The other in Nantun, built in 1825, follows feng shui principles by facing south. The tradition of worshiping Wenchang Wang dates back, being popular due to its accessibility to people from all walks of life. Even today, people worship him for similar reasons. His birthday, celebrated on the third day of the second month of the Chinese lunar calendar, involves visits to his temples, where officials and scholars offer sacrifices and recite poems.
Tanner Emmanuel Buchanan (born December 8, 1998) is an American actor. He is best known for his roles as Leo Kirkman in the ABC political drama "Designated Survivor" and Robby Keene in the Netflix series "Cobra Kai". He is also known for his role Cameron Kweller in the romantic comedy film "He's All That". Biography. Buchanan was born on December 8, 1998 in Lima, Ohio. His parents are Steve and Marlona Buchanan. He was raised in a Christian household and he attended Glandorf Elementary School in Ohio. He moved to Los Angeles with his family in 2007 to pursue his acting career. Career. In 2010, Buchanan made his first appearance on television, playing a child role in the "Modern Family" series. Three years later he appeared in "Grey's Anatomy", "Major Crimes", and "The Goldbergs". Buchanan had recurring roles on "Girl Meets World", "Game Shakers", and "The Fosters". In 2016, Buchanan played his first main role on television, playing Leo Kirkman in the political drama series "Designated Survivor". In 2018, Buchanan began playing Johnny Lawrence's estranged son Robby Keene in the YouTube Premium (and later Netflix) series "Cobra Kai". Buchanan also starred in the remake of "She's All That" called "He's All That".
Lezgival ( Lezgian : Лезгивал/Lezgiwal) is the Lezgin ethic code. It is a combination of Islam and Lezgin adats. The basis of Lezgiwal rules includes the importance of respect for elders and women, not bowing down to those who are stronger than themselves, compassion for the weak, honesty, honor and courage. A Lezgin's behavior towards the environment is always subject to this law, wherever he is.
Nestor Ivanovych Makhno (7 November 1888 – 25 July 1934) was a Ukrainian anarchist revolutionary. He was the leader of the Makhnovshchina ("Makhno movement") and the Commander-in-Chief of the Revolutionary Insurgent Army of Ukraine. Makhno was born in a poor family in Huliaipole, in the south of Ukraine. He was put in prison because of his anarchist activism. During the Russian Revolution, he was set free and returned to his home town. He took property from the rich and gave it to poor farmers. When civil war started, he joined the side of the Bolsheviks. Together with the Red Army, Makhno's anarchist forces fought against the White Army and the Central Powers. After he beat them in battle, he attempted to build anarchist communism in Ukraine. But the Bolsheviks turned against Makhno and attacked the Insurgent Army. Makhno withdrew from Ukraine and went into exile. He moved to Paris, where he wrote his memoirs and articles about anarchism. He argued a lot with other anarchists and was accused of antisemitism. He died from tuberculosis at the age of 45. Early life. Nestor Makhno was born on 7 November 1888. His family were poor peasants and they lived in Huliaipole, in the south of Ukraine. Makhno had four brothers and his parents were former serfs. His father died while he was still very young. Growing up, Makhno was often absent from school and went to work on a farm at an early age. Makhno hated working for property owners and rebelled against them. He worked a number of different jobs to support his family. In 1905, Makhno joined the local anarchist group in Huliaipole. The group robbed local businesspeople and attacked the police. By 1909, Makhno was arrested. He was sentenced to life imprisonment. In prison, Makhno was often in solitary confinement and became ill with tuberculosis. Peter Arshinov gave him an education. He also started to dislike intellectuals. From his prison cell, Makhno opposed the Russian
Lezgins or Leks (. lezgijar) are a Caucasian ethnic group native predominantly to southern Dagestan and northeastern Azerbaijan, and speak the Lezgin language. Their social structure is firmly based on equality and deference to individuality.
Yan Hui (521–481 BC) was a Chinese philosopher and the favorite disciple of Confucius. He is highly respected in Confucianism, venerated in Confucian temples as one of the Four Sages. Yan Hui is also known as Ziyuan and Yan Yuan, using his courtesy name and a combination of his surname and courtesy name. He is often referred to reverently as Master Yan or Yanzi. Life. Yan Hui, born in the state of Lu, was the son of Confucius' early disciple Yan Wuyou. Despite being about 30 years younger than Confucius, Yan Hui became a student of Confucius at a young age. Confucius favored Yan Hui, once saying, "After I got Yan Hui, the disciples came closer to me." On a hill with Zilu and Zigong, Confucius asked them about their goals. Zilu showed bravery, Zigong demonstrated eloquence, and Yan Hui expressed a desire to find an intelligent king. Yan Hui wished to spread teachings on virtue, guide people with propriety and music, and promote peaceful living without the need for walls or weapons. Confucius praised Yan Hui's virtuous vision. Veneration and temple. Yan Hui, like Confucius, was highly respected by the first emperor of the Han dynasty. He holds the title "Fusheng" (Continuator of the Sage), given in 1530. Yan Hui is honored as the first of the Four Assessors in the Temple of Confucius. In Qufu's walled city, Yan Hui is revered at the Temple of Yan Hui, located north of the Temple of Confucius. His tomb, situated in the Yan Family Cemetery ("Yan Forest"), is surrounded by many family tombs. A stele, originally from the Jurchen Jin dynasty, was reinstated during the Ming Dynasty, and Yan Hui's tomb remains well preserved.
Bernhard "Bernd" Becher (20 August 1931 – 22 June 2007), and Hilla Becher (2 September 1934 – 10 October 2015), were a couple of German photographers, working as a duo. The Bechers are known for their photographic series, or typologies, showing industrial buildings and structures, often presented in grids. They started the so-called Düsseldorf School of Photography, and have influenced generations of photographers from all over the world. They were given the Erasmus Prize and the Hasselblad Award.
Postmedia Network is a Canadian media conglomerate that owns many newspapers. It is the largest media group in Canada. It owns the "Vancouver Sun", the "National Post," the "Financial Post, and more." The company is headquartered in Toronto. History. The conglomerate was formed by "National Post" CEO Paul Godfrey in 2010. Assets. Publishing. Community newspapers. Postmedia owns newspapers that serve smaller communities across Canada, including: Online. In addition, Postmedia Network owns all websites associated with all properties listed on this page either wholly or in partnership. Related pages. Other media groups in Canada include:
Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane is an American comic book series which retells the story of Spider-Man with Mary-Jane Watson as the protagonist. It started in 2004 and ended in 2009. It was written by Sean McKeever and drawn by Takeshi Miyazawa and David Hahn. Circle of Friends. In the first comic book Mary Jane:Circle of Friends, Mary-Jane Watson is worried about not having a boy to date at the School Dance. So her friend Liz convinces her to date Harry Osborn. Then Mary-Jane goes home on a train which is attacked by a supervillain named Electro but Spider-Man comes and saves her. Then Mary-Jane falls in love with Spider-Man. Mary-Jane gets a job as a dress salesman. Mary-Jane finds out from Liz that Flash Thompson likes her and wishes he were dating her. Liz later thinks Mary-Jane is cheating on Harry with Flash.  Mary Jane:Homecoming. Dr. Norman Osborn tells Harry to stop dating Mary-Jane because he thinks she’s why Harry’s doing badly in school so Harry decides to cheat at math. When Mary-Jane stops him, he breaks up with her. Flash Thompson kisses Mary-Jane at a school dance and Liz is angry about this.  Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane. A nerdy boy named Peter Parker starts to tutor Mary-Jane in Algebra. Mary-Jane loves Spider-Man but both Peter and Liz tell her not to try to date Spider-Man. Mary-Jane finds Spider-Man after he fights a supervillain called The Vulture and asks him to start dating her but he says no. Flash Thompson gets jealous of Peter Parker because of how much time Peter spends with Mary-Jane so he gives Peter a wedgie. Mary-Jane tells Flash that he can’t be her friend anymore after that. Mary-Jane gets a part in the school play of Twelfth Night that her friend Lindsay wanted. So Lindsay starts dating Harry Osborn to make her jealous. But then Spider-Man comes to Mary-Jane and asks her for a date and she says yes. But because of his Secret identity, Mary-Jane realizes that Spider-Man can’t be her boyfriend. She
European Union law is a system of rules working within the member states of the European Union (EU). The EU has political systems, social and economic policies are aimed to help nation states for the purpose of cooperation and human development. According to its Court of Justice the EU represents "a new legal order of international law".&lt;ref name="Case 26/62"&gt;"Van Gend en Loos v Nederlandse Administratie der Belastingen" (1963) Case 26/62&lt;/ref&gt;
Hanno Pevkur (born 2 April 1977) is an Estonian politician. He has served as the Minister of Defence since 2022. He is the former chairman of the Estonian Reform Party. He was the Minister of Social Affairs from 2009 to 2012. He also was the Minister of Justice from 2012 to 2014 and the Minister of the Interior from 2014 to 2016.
Taavi Veskimägi (born 20 November 1974) is a former Estonian banker and politician. He was the minister of Finance from 2003 to 2005 and one of the two former co-Chairmen of the Union of Pro Patria and Res Publica (2006–2007). Until 2014, he was in a relationship with Prime Minister Kaja Kallas. They have one son together.
"Women" is a 1985 song by French singer Amanda Lear and was released as a stand-alone single. It did not chart at all and the sing is all about feminist themes. A. "Women" – 4:08 B. "Women Wow Wow" – 3:45
Parliamentary elections were held in Estonia on 3 March 2019. The newly elected 101 members of the 14th Riigikogu assembled at Toompea Castle in Tallinn within ten days of the election.  The Reform Party remained the largest party, winning four seats for a total of 34 and the Conservative People's Party had the largest gain overall, increasing their seat count by 12 to a total of 19 seats.
Parliamentary elections were held in Estonia on 5 March 2023 to elect all 101 members of the Riigikogu. The Reform Party won 37 seats in total, while the Conservative People's Party of Estonia (EKRE) placed second with 17 seats. The Centre Party won 16 seats, a loss of 10, while Estonia 200 won 14 seats. Background. After the previous parliamentary election in 2019, the Centre Party, led by Jüri Ratas, formed a government with Ratas serving as prime minister. His government ended in January 2021 after a corruption investigation, and Kaja Kallas of the Reform Party formed a coalition government with the Centre Party, which ended in June 2022. Kallas then formed a government with Isamaa and the Social Democratic Party and stayed as prime minister.
A parliamentary election was held in Estonia on 6 March 2011, with e-voting between 24 February and 2 March 2011. The newly elected 101 members of the 12th Riigikogu assembled at Toompea Castle in Tallinn within ten days of the election. The incumbent government of the Reform Party and IRL stayed in office until 2014 when Prime Minister Andrus Ansip resigned. He was replaced by Taavi Rõivas. The election was marked by the highest number of running independents (32) since 1992. Several independent candidates were members of the Estonian Patriotic Movement.
on The 2021–2023 global energy crisis began in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021, with much of the world facing shortages and increased prices in oil, gas and electricity markets.  The crisis was caused by many factors, including the fast post-pandemic economic recovery and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The price of natural gas reached record highs, and so did electricity in some markets.  Oil prices hit their highest level since 2008.
Jacek Granat, born on February 22, 1966, in Warszawa, Poland, is a retired Polish football referee. He began his career in refereeing in Poland before eventually being recognized as a FIFA referee in 1994, a title he held until his retirement in 2008. Professional Career. Granat's refereeing career spanned over a decade and included officiating in several major European and international football tournaments. His tenure as a FIFA referee included participation in numerous UEFA Cup and Champions League matches, as well as in World Cup qualifiers and European Championship qualifiers. Key Tournaments Officiated. Granat's career as an international referee concluded in 2008, after which he retired from active officiating in football matches.
The Social Democratic Party (, SDE) is a centre-left political party in Estonia. It is currently led by Lauri Läänemets.
Japadog is an international street food chain. The chain is known for its hot dogs that use Japanese-style foods, which make it unique. History. Noriki Tamura and his wife founded the first Japadog stand in 2005. A second stand opened in 2009. In 2010, they expanded beyond stands and opened a restaurant, allowing them to serve extra items like desserts and french fries.
Commander Maria Christina Hill is a fictional character that appears in the universe of Marvel Comics, and is a supporting character in most of the "Iron Man" comics. She was created by Brian Michael Bendis and David Finch, and first appeared in "New Avengers" #4.  Fictional character biography. Hill is an agent (and later director) of S.H.I.E.L.D. She is also an ally of Nick Fury and the Avengers, mainly its prominent members, Iron Man and Captain America. In other media. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) media franchise, the character is played by actress Cobie Smulders.
Darcy Lewis is a major Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) character portrayed by actress Kat Dennings in "Thor" (2011) and a supporting character in both the 2013 and 2022 sequels ' and '. She returns in the Disney+ television series "WandaVision", as a major character, where she assists , and in the animated television series "What If...?" (2021-2024). She was Jane Foster's intern who worked with Dr. Erik Selvig on spatial anomalies, and encountered the Norse god Thor. After helping Thor and Foster stop Malekith and the Dark Elves, Darcy managed to get her doctorate and survive the decimation in 2018. After the Avengers undid the snap, Darcy was recruited by S.W.O.R.D. to investigate the Westview anomaly created by Wanda Maximoff.
Heimdall is a character in the Thor comics published by Marvel Comics. He is the all-seeing and all-hearing and is the sole protector of the Bifröst, the Rainbow Bridge that is connected to the Nine Realms. Heimdall is one of Thor's closest friends and is Lady Sif's brother. Idris Elba portrayed the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe movies "Thor" (2011), ' (2013), ' (2015), ' (2017), ' (2018), and "" (2022).
Konrad Kwiecień (born 2 March 1964) is a Polish archer. Kwiecień competed at the 1992 Summer Olympics.
Anna Łęcka (born 7 January 1980) is a Polish archer. Łęcka competed at the 2000 Summer Olympics.
Natalia Leśniak (born 10 July 1991) is a Polish archer. Leśniak competed at the 2012 Summer Olympics.
Tomasz Leżański (born 14 May 1947) is a Polish archer. Leżański competed at the 1972 Summer Olympics.
Plot. Two cousins, Matt and Lisa, are staying at summer camp in the woods where a creature named FloopaLoo lives. There, they discover a strange world where fish can play music and memory trees grow.
Social anthropology studies patterns of behaviour in human societies and cultures.  It is the main part of anthropology in the United Kingdom and much of Europe. There it is contrasted with cultural anthropology.  In the United States, social anthropology is part of cultural anthropology or sociocultural anthropology.
Chữ Hán, meaning 'Han characters' in Vietnamese, refers to Chinese characters used in Vietnam. They were employed for writing Literary Chinese (Hán văn) and Sino-Vietnamese words in the Vietnamese language. Vietnam started using Chữ Hán during the Han dynasty's rule over the Red River Delta region, persisting until the early 20th century (111 BC – 1919 AD). However, as Literary Chinese lost its prominence with the end of Confucian court examinations, Chữ Hán gradually faded from use. Other names. In Vietnamese, Chinese characters are commonly called chữ Hán, but there are other terms like chữ Nho ("Confucian characters") or Hán tự (漢字). Classical Chinese is referred to as Hán văn, while Văn ngôn is used for Literary Chinese. Usage today. Nowadays, Chinese characters are mostly found in temples and old buildings in Vietnam. Chữ Hán is no longer widely used and is associated with cultural traditions. During Vietnamese festivals, calligraphers, known as ông đồ, write couplets in Chinese characters to convey wishes for prosperity and longevity. This cultural practice is reflected in the poem "Ông đồ" by Vũ Đình Liên, which laments the declining appreciation for Vietnamese calligraphy during Tết.
Jeremy Fragrance used the stage name Jeremy Williams from 2008 to 2010 and was a member of the unsuccessful casting band Part Six. After that, he briefly joined the music project "Golden Circle" and released a solo music piece called "All of Me" in 2011.
Madurese (; ), also known as Madurans, are an ethnic group native to the Indonesian island of Madura in the Java Sea. They speak the Madurese language and share a common history, traditions, and cultural identity. The Madurese are the fourth-largest ethnic group in Indonesia, and known for their contribution to the national dish Saté. Approximately six million native Madurese reside on Madura Island, with half a million living in eastern Java. Some Madurese form a subgroup called Pandalungan Madurese, speaking a mix of Javanese and Madurese languages. Population and Distribution. Official data on the Madurese population in Indonesia vary. The 2010 census states they make up 3.03% of the country's population, around 7.2 million people. Some sources suggest larger figures of 10.5 to 10.8 million. Regardless, Madurese people are among Indonesia's largest ethnic groups, ranking fourth after the Javanese, Sundanese, and Batak. Historically, Madurese inhabit Madura Island, smaller islands in the Java Sea, and parts of Java and Kalimantan islands. Significant Madurese communities exist in Jakarta, Bali, Bangka Belitung Islands, and even in neighboring countries like Singapore. Language and Religion. The Madurese people speak the Madurese language, a Madura-Kangeanic language in the Austronesian family. The language varies across Madura Island, with Sumenep Madurese considered the standard. Madurese is recognized by the East Java provincial government and is used as a co-official language in certain regions, mainly in Madura. The majority of Madurese people practice Islam, mainly following the Sunni sect system of Nahdlatul Ulama. Muslim theologians play a important role in their spiritual and social life. Many Madurese individuals receive education in traditional local Muslim schools called Pondhuk Pâsantrèn, which also contribute significantly to their spiritual and social development.
The Crossroads League is a American college athletic conference. It is affiliated with the NAIA.  The Schools In The Conference Are:
Gandhara was an ancient civilization in northwest Pakistan. The main part of Gandhara was in Peshawar and Swat valleys. But the cultural impact of "Greater Gandhara" went beyond the Indus river to Taxila in Potohar Plateau and to the west in the Jalalabad valley in Afghanistan and Central Asia. The region of Gandhara in Pakistan is also the second holy land of Buddhism, the first being Magadha in Nepal and India. Gandhara had a significant impact on the development of Tibetan and Han Buddhism, playing a important role in spreading Buddhism to China, Korea, and Japan. In the Iron Age, Gandhara became a major power around 550 BCE under King Pushkarasarin. It was later conquered by Cyrus I and Alexander the Great. Gandhara went through different rulers, including the Maurya Empire and the Indo-Greek Kingdom. It thrived as a center for Greco-Buddhism which later formed Gandharan Buddhism, influencing regions like Central Asia and East Asia.
Panorama Point is the highest natural point in Nebraska. It is at an elevation of above sea level. It is located in southwestern Kimball County, near the point where Nebraska and Wyoming meet on Colorado's northern border. Despite its name and elevation, Panorama Point is not a mountain or a hill. It is a low rise on the High Plains. A stone marker, saying that the elevation is , and a guest register are located at the top of the drive. From the point people can see the nearby state corner marker, and a big plains landscape with the Rocky Mountains in the western distance. Panorama Point is located on the High Point Bison Ranch, which lets visitors drive to the point as long as they avoid the bison and pay a fee.
RMS "Olympic was a British ocean liner, sister to the famous ships "Titanic" and "Britannic". "Olympic" had a career spanning 24 years from 1911 to 1935. In September 1911, "Olympic" collided with the HMS "Hawke". This included service as a troop carrier during World War I, which gained her the nickname ""Old Reliable"." In September 1915, during World War I, "Olympic" was painted in a dazzle camouflage, naming itself as the HMT "Olympic. On 12 May 1918, she spotted a U-boat ahead, which is named "U-103".  "Olympic"’s port propeller sliced through "U-103"’s pressure hull. "Olympic" did not stop to pick up the survivors, but continues on to Cherbourg. She returned to passenger service as RMS "Olympic" after the war, and served successfully as an ocean liner throughout the 1920s and early 1930s. In May 1934, "Olympic" struck another ship, called Nantucket Lightship "LV-117".  Her scrapping began in 1935 in Jarrow. Between 1935 and 1937, "Olympic"’s superstructure was demolished, and then, on 19 September 1937, her hull was towed to Thos. W. Ward’s yard at Inverkeithing for final demolition which was completed by late 1937. "Olympic" was scrapped from 1935 to 1937 due to the Great Depression. By the time of her retirement, "Olympic" had completed 257 round trips across the Atlantic, transporting 430,000 passengers on her commercial voyages, travelling 1.8 million miles.