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Lodewijk "Lode" Jan Wils (19 March 1929 – 10 December 2024) was a Belgian university professor and historian.  Wils studied law and history at the Catholic University of Leuven (later KU Leuven). He became a professor of history at the same university and taught there until 1995. He published on nation-building, Christian democracy and the Flemish Movement, including groundbreaking and award-winning works. One of his main works includes the biography of Frans Van Cauwelaert. His last work "Vlaamse beweging, sociale beweging" was published in 2023. Wils is known for his strong opinions. Wils died on 10 December 2024, at the age of 95.
Curtis Fairchild Jones (born May 31, 1986), now a Christian minister, is the youngest person in the United States to have been tried as an adult and convicted of murder at the time of his conviction.
Kundu is a common Jat and Sikh surname found among the landholding communities in India.  References. ‌
Jantinus "Tinus" Naber (18 July 1936 – 3 December 2024) was a Dutch horse breeder. Together with his wife Geesje and cousin Bertus, Naber built up a breeding business on their farm in Vredenheim, a hamlet in Drenthe. The foundation of the business were two special mares: the star preferent Fabiola and the preferent model mare Ocoba. They bred the Dutch Warmblood (KWPN) approved stallions Foundation (by United), Nick Wimphof (by Just Wimphof), Kaiman (by Dark Pleasure), Redford (by Krack C) and Johnny Depp (by Bordeaux). Their horses includes Grand Prix dressage horses and winners in other disciplines. They became in 2021 KWPN Breeder of the Year. Naber died in Assen on 3 December 2024, at the age of 88.
Leunus van Lieren (6 October 1953 – 6 December 2024) was a Dutch horse breeder and dressage horse trainer. Van Lieren was born in Wissenkerke in 1953. He started his business in 1980 and built so his horse stable "Hexagon" in Schore. He has bred many Grand Prix level horses. His most famous horse was Rubiquil. In 2017 he became KWPN Breeder of the Year. Dinja van Liere, trained by Van Lieren, is a known international equestrian who worked in his breeding and rode on horses bred by Van Lieren. The son of Van Lieren, Laurens van Lieren and also Thamar Zweistra from Schore are equestrians who compete in European and World Championships on horses bred by their father. In July 2024, Van Lieren had a serious accident after he fell from a horse. He died from an illness (not related to the accident) on 6 December 2024, at the age of 71 years old.
J.A.R.V.I.S. (Just A Rather Very Intelligent System) is an artificial intelligence created by Tony Stark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). He is based on the Marvel Comics characters Edwin Jarvis and H.O.M.E.R., respectively the household butler of the Stark family and another AI designed by Stark. Voiced by Paul Bettany, J.A.R.V.I.S. serves as Stark’s personal assistant, managing everything from his suits and technology to his home and various operations. The character showcases advanced AI capabilities, providing strategic support during battles and assisting Stark in his research and development endeavors. In "" (2015), J.A.R.V.I.S. evolves and becomes the foundation for the creation of Vision, a synthetic being imbued with the Mind Stone. Vision, portrayed by Bettany, possesses both human-like qualities and extraordinary powers, blending J.A.R.V.I.S.'s intelligence with a physical form. J.A.R.V.I.S. is known for his sophisticated personality, often displaying wit and humor, as well as a deep loyalty to Tony Stark. The character has become a fan-favorite, representing the blend of technology and personality that defines much of Stark's journey and the overarching narrative of the MCU.
Bernville (Pennsylvania Dutch: "Bannwill") is a borough in Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 905 at the 2020 census.
Mediawatch-UK which used to be called the National Viewers' and Listeners' Association was a group against the broadcast of media that was found to be offensive, such as sex, violence, and cursing.  History. NVLA was created by Mary Whitehouse. It was made after the Clean-up TV Campaign she had made the year before with her husband. The vice president was a Christian activist named Charles Oxley. Whitehouse was the leader of NVLA until 1994. Johns Beyer became the leader after. Their name was changed to Mediawatch-UK in 2001. The group would monitor broadcasts to see if any offensive content was being shown. They also talked to the government about issues on social media and TV. The group closed down in September 2001
Khalil Rahman Haqqani (1966 – 11 December 2024) was an Afghan Pashtun warlord, Mujahideen leader and politician. He was the acting Minister of Refugee and Repatriation from 7 September 2021 until his death. He was a well known member of the Haqqani network. On December 11, 2024, a suicide bomber killed Haqqani and four others at his Ministry of Refugee and Repatriation office in Kabul.
Brian Robert Thompson (July10, 1974December4, 2024) was an American businessman. He was was the chief executive officer (CEO) of UnitedHealthcare from April 2021 until his assassination in December 2024. Biography. Brian Robert Thompson was born in Ames, Iowa. He studied at the University of Iowa. Thompson became manager at PwC in 1997. He worked there until 2004, when he then moved to UnitedHealth Group. During his time as CEO of UnitedHealth Group, there was an increase in insurance claims getting rejected. In 2021 the American Hospital Association criticized Thompson for planning to deny insurance payment for non-critical visits to hospital emergency rooms. In May 2024, the Hollywood, Florida Firefighters' Pension Fund sued Thompson and two UnitedHealth Group executives for possible fraud and insider trading.  Assassination. On December 4, 2024 at night, Thompson was gunned down while walking outside his hotel in New York City. He was 50 years old. Luigi Mangione has been indicted as the shooter.
Artan Dulaku is an Albanian entrepreneur who is one among the 10 most richest person in Albania. He is known for his involvement in a variety of industries, including construction, tourism, real estate, media, and telecommunications.  Career. He is the founder and shareholder of "Concord Investment", a group of companies with investments in sectors such as construction, hospitality, media, retail, and infrastructure. The group operates multiple prominent companies, including Edil AL-IT, a construction firm, Vizion Plus (a TV channel), and Marina Orikum, one of the largest marinas in Albania. Dulaku began his academic career at the University of Tirana, where he studied economics. After completing his studies, he worked as a lecturer before pursuing a Master’s in Marketing in the United Kingdom. Returning to Albania in the 1990s, Dulaku shifted to business, founding companies that have contributed to several major development projects, including the construction of high-profile buildings like the European Trade Center and the Kristal Center in Tirana, as well as large-scale infrastructure works such as the Lushnje-Fier Road. His notable ventures include the development of resorts like Lalzit Bay and the ARAMERAS Resort in Ksamil, along with marinas such as Marina Limion-Saranda. In recent years, the focus of his investments has extended to the “blue economy,” with projects related to Albania’s maritime and tourism sectors. Dulaku has received multiple awards, including the International Builders Award (2015) and the Best Entrepreneur of the Year (2018). He is also involved in philanthropy, supporting educational, cultural, and religious projects, such as the reconstruction of schools and cultural sites like the Monastery of Saint Prodhrom in Voskopoja.  Personal Life. Dulaku is married to Holta Dulaku, a television producer, and they have two children. He is also a supporter of various sports organizations in Albania.
Brian Thompson, CEO of the UnitedHealthcare company since 2021, was shot and killed outside the New York Hilton Midtown hotel in Manhattan, New York City on December 4, 2024. Thompson was in the city for an investors meeting for UnitedHealth Group.  Background. Thompson had been criticized because UnitedHealthcare's would reject many insurance claims, and his family reported that he had received death threats in the past. Luigi Mangione was arrested five days later and charged with the crime.  Aftermath. Responses. Thompson's death received mixed reactions. People who criticized the health care system in the United States showed their anger about how Thompson would constantly deny insurance claims. Suspect. The suspect, Luigi Mangione, age 26, was arrested in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on December 9 and charged with Thompson's murder in a Manhattan court the same day. Police said Mangione was carrying a 3D-printed pistol and a 3D-printed suppressor. Mangione is detained as of 23 December 2024. Analysis. Possible motives, according to media:
Linguistic relativity (also called the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis) is a term used by linguists to describe the way that language influences thought. According to linguistic relativity, the language that you know affects the way you think. There are many languages in the world and each one uses different words. This means that people who speak different languages use different words and concepts to think about the world around them. Because of this people think differently from those who speak different languages. History. Linguistic relativity is based on the work of two linguists named Edward Sapir and Benjamin Whorf. Edward Sapir was a German anthropologist and linguist who worked with Franz Boas. While Sapir was working with Boas he became interested in the connection between language, culture and thought. Sapir studied North American indigenous languages. With Boas, Sapir used comparative linguistics (a type of linguistics that focuses on comparing different languages). He helped prove that indigenous languages were not primitive compared to European languages. Boas published an academic article titled “On Alternating Sounds” in 1889 based on this research. “On Alternating Sounds” became very important to linguistics, especially phonology. Benjamin Whorf was a student of Edward Sapir. He studied the language of the Hopi, a tribe of Native Americans from northwest Arizona. Whorf added to and proposed the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis based on the connection between language, culture, and thought that Sapir had researched. Examples. The Himba are a tribe of people from South Africa. The language that the Himba speak does not have a word for the color blue. As part of a study, linguists showed a group of Himba many different colors. The Himba people told the linguists that the color called “blue” in English is a shade of green in their language. The color did not change, but in one language it is called blue and in another it is called green. This means that people who speak English see the sky and think “the sky is blue”. People who speak the Himba language see the sky and think “the sky is green”. Both of the people are correct.
iiO (pronounced "eye-oh") was a New York City-based dance music act composed of singer and songwriter Nadia Ali and record producer Markus Moser. The group gained prominence for its 2001 single, "Rapture", which peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart, and peaked within the top ten of the charts in the United Kingdom. Following the success of "Rapture", iiO released several singles and the studio album Poetica in 2005. The album reached number 17 on the Billboard Top Electronic Albums chart.
Emil Blonsky, also known as the Abomination, is a character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, he is portrayed by actor Tim Roth. Blonsky is introduced in the movie "The Incredible Hulk" (2008), where he serves as an antagonist to Bruce Banner, the Hulk. Emil Blonsky is a British-Soviet special forces agent who becomes the primary antagonist in "The Incredible Hulk". Driven by ambition and a desire for power, he is injected with a variant of the serum that transformed Bruce Banner into the Hulk. This transformation enhances his strength and agility but also leads to a monstrous appearance, becoming known as the Abomination. In the movie, Blonsky is tasked with capturing the Hulk. After a confrontation with Banner, he undergoes a transformation into the Abomination, gaining incredible powers. He becomes a formidable foe for the Hulk, culminating in a major battle in Harlem. After his debut in "The Incredible Hulk", Emil Blonsky's character is referenced in other MCU projects. Tim Roth reprised his role in "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" (2021), and the Disney+ series "," which premiered in 2022. The series explores Blonsky's life post-transformation, depicting him as a more complex character who has sought redemption. Throughout his appearances, Blonsky is portrayed as a soldier driven by a desire for strength and power, but he also shows a more nuanced side that reflects his struggles with identity and transformation. Blonsky's evolution reflects the MCU's approach to characters, blending traditional comic book narratives with deeper thematic explorations.
Theodore Kennedy "Ted" Nivison Jr. (born January 16, 1998), known professionally as Ted Nivison, is an American YouTuber, comedian, director and editor, based in Los Angeles, California. Nivison is best known for his comedic commentary videos on YouTube, and he co-hosts the comedy podcast "Take It Easy" with Tucker Keane.  As of February 2025, Nivison has over 2 million subscribers on his main "Ted Nivison" channel. Early Life. Ted Nivison was born in Boston, Massachussets on January 16, 1998. He attended Ithaca College, graduating in 2020 with a degree in Cinema &amp; Photography, concentrating in Cinema Production. Internet Career. Youtube. Nivison's first channel was created in 2009, named "PivotTKN", where he uploaded stick figure animations. In 2011, he created the channel "Total Miner Builder", in which he showed off his creations in the game Total Miner and eventually branched off into other video game content. On January 16th, 2013, Nivison launched a new YouTube channel, "JehBerDeh", which eventually became his current channel, "Ted Nivison". In July 2022, Nivison published a video in which he and Eddy Burback drove to every Rainforest Cafe in North America, receiving over 8.4 million views. In July 2023, Nivison continued the series by publishing a video in which he and Eddy Burback drove to every Maragaritaville in North America, receiving over 7.1 million views. Podcasting. Ted Nivison was a core member of the podcast "Lunch Club", which officially disbanded on November 11, 2020. On January 20, 2021, Nivison created the comedy podcast "Chuckle Sandwich" with YouTubers Jschlatt and Slimecicle, in which they chatted about random topics and brought on numerous guests. Slimecicle announced his departure from the podcast in episode
Nahid Kiani Chandeh (, born 1 August 1998) is an Iranian taekwondo practitioner. She won a silver medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics and other medals at other competitions. She competes in the category (group of people of the same weight). Career. Nahid Kiani won bronze medals at the 2016 Asian Championships and the 2018 Asian Games. She competed in the 2020 Summer Olympics, where she lost to . In the 2024 Summer Olympics, she won a silver medal in the category.
The Joker, a supervillain in DC Comics and archenemy of the superhero Batman, has appeared in a wide range of media beyond comic books, showcasing his versatility as a character. Here are some notable examples: Comics and graphic novels. In addition to his original comic book appearances, the Joker has been featured prominently in numerous graphic novels, including: Merchandise and other media. The Joker has also appeared in various toys, collectibles, and merchandise, continuing to be a favorite among fans. Additionally, he has been referenced in parodies, cartoons, and other TV shows, solidifying his status as a cultural icon. Overall, the Joker's character has been interpreted in diverse ways across different media, reflecting his complexity and enduring appeal in popular culture.
Luigi Nicholas Mangione (; born May 6, 1998) is an American man who is the suspected killer of Brian Thompson, the CEO of United Healthcare.  Mangione was arrested in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on December 9, 2024. He appeared in a federal court in New York City on December 19. On December 23, Mangione pleaded not guilty to his state murder charges. Mangione has been indicted on eleven state charges and faces four federal charges. The justice minister of the United States has asked that the (federal) prosecutor should ask that the court sentences Mangione, to death (if Mangione is found guilty). Since his arrest, Mangione has received support online. Some have called him a folk hero. The support for Mangione is connected with the public's view of the health insurance industry and the unfair claim denial practices that insurance companies do. The case has resulted in some calls for health insurance reform. Other info: The federal murder by firearm charge makes him eligible for the death penalty.
India is a very big country. Because of this, it has many kinds of climates. In the north, it is usually colder. In Central India, it is usually dry and arid. In South India, it is wet with rainforests one the west and dry lands on the west. Northeast India is somewhat similar to South India.
Atlantis, sometimes also called the Kingdom of Atlantis or the Atlantean Empire, is a fictional civilization appearing American comic books published by DC Comics based upon the mentioning of the island within Plato's works "Timaeus" and "Critias." Atlantis is a significant and mythological underwater city associated with Aquaman, one of the prominent superheroes. First appearing in "More Fun Comics #87" (May 1942), Atlantis is often depicted as a highly advanced civilization that exists beneath the ocean's surface, home to both human and aquatic life forms. Overview. Atlantis is known for its advanced technology, which often includes energy sources and mechanical innovations that surpass those found on the surface world. The Atlanteans (the inhabitants of Atlantis) possess advanced means of communication, transportation, and weaponry. Aquaman, born Arthur Curry, is the son of Atlantean Queen Atlanna and human lighthouse keeper Thomas Curry. He holds the title of King of Atlantis, which ties him to its leadership and politics. The storylines involving Atlantis often explore its complex political landscape, including rival factions, ancient traditions, and the relationship between Atlantis and the surface world. Characters like Ocean Master (Orm, Aquaman's half-brother) often serve as antagonists, driving much of the conflict in Aquaman's stories. Atlantis is often depicted as having control over the oceans and interacting with various sea creatures, including the powerful and ancient beings known as the "Old Gods" in some interpretations of the lore. Themes. Aquaman's stories often touch on themes of environmentalism and the importance of the ocean and marine life, with Atlantis symbolizing the delicate balance that exists between human civilization and the natural world. Visual depictions. In various comic book series, animated shows, and live-action adaptations, Atlantis is portrayed with stunning visuals showcasing its underwater architecture, vibrant marine life, and cultural heritage. In other media. Atlantis has been depicted in several animated shows, including "Justice League" and "". Atlantis is prominently featured in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) movie "Aquaman" (2018), directed by James Wan, where it is shown as a beautifully rendered underwater kingdom, and explores Aquaman's quest to reclaim his throne.
Homo longi (Meaning "Man from Longjiang"), also called the Dragon Man, and the Harbin cranium is a species of extinct human. The skull was found in China. It has been theorized that the skull belongs to a Denisovan, another type of extinct human, but this theory cannot be proven without genetic testing. Anatomy. The skull tells us that H. longi had a wide face, and a long skull. The skull, also tells us that H. longi had a large mouth and nose. H. longi had a large brain, similar to modern humans and neanderthals.
Ameerega shihuemoy is a frog. It lives in Peru. Body. The adult male frog is 19.2 to 21.8 mm long from nose to rear end and the adult female frog is 21.5 to 25.7 mm long. The skin of the frog's back is black in color with bumps and some copper-brown color near the middle of the back. There is a stripe or orange spot from the rear end to the tops of the back legs. The stripe then goes over the eye to the nose. The sides of the body can be blue-green or black in color. There is a white stripe from the mouth over the eyes and nose to where the front leg meets the body. The tops of the legs are brown in color with some black and green. The frog's belly and bottoms of the legs and feet are blue with some black marks or black with blue marks. Home. This frog lives in forests in low places and on hills. It lives in forests that have never been cut down and in forests that were gone and are growing back. People see it near rocky streams and near water that is not there all year. This frog hides in holes, between big rocks, and under roots. People have seen it between 340 and 850 meters above sea level. The frog lives near one protected park, Manu Biosphere Reserve. Young. The male frog sits on top of a rock or on the dead leaves on the ground and calls to the female frogs. He does this all year. The female frog lays eggs in holes in rocks. She lays 22-25 eggs at a time. The male frog watches the eggs. After the eggs hatch, he carries the tadpoles to water that does not move fast. The tadpoles are dark brown in color with black spots. Their tails are clear with dark spots. Danger. Scientists say this frog is in danger of dying out. Human beings change the places where the frog lives to make farms to grow their own food, to build roads, to get wood to build with even though this is against the law, and to dig good rocks out of the ground. Some of the digs are legal and some are against the law.
Nakuru Boys High School is an all-boys high school in Nakuru, Kenya. It is among the 17 traditional national schools of Kenya, that have been in existence for more than 30 years.
Moi High School - Kabarak is located 20km from Nakuru city, in Kenya's Rift Valley Province along the Nakuru - Eldama Ravine road. It shares the same compound with Kabarak University. It was established by the late President Daniel Toroitich Moi in 1979.
James Opiyo Wandayi (born 22 June 1972) MGH, CBS is an agricultural and development economist and a kenyan politician currently serving as the Cabinet Secretary of Energy and Petroleum.
Moses Lake is a city in Grant County, Washington, United States. The population was 25,146 as of the 2020 census.
Ephrata ( ) is a city in and the county seat of Grant County, Washington, United States. Its population was 8,477 at the 2020 census.
Happier Than Ever is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Billie Eilish. It was originally released from Darkroom and Interscope Records on July 30, 2021. Eilish co-wrote the album with her brother and frequent collaborator Finneas O'Connell. O'Connell also produced the album and played every instrument that was played in the album. Eilish cited the album during the COVID-19 pandemic as the biggest inspiration for the record. The album is primarily a downtempo pop record. It has sparse, jazz-influenced, electropop arrangements set to mediative tempos, departing from the upbeat, trap-led sound of Eilish's debut album, "When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?" (2019). The album has seven singles released in promotion of the album: "My Future", "Therefore I Am", "Your Power", "Lost Cause", "NDA", the title track, and "Male Fantasy". The first three peaked within the top 10 of the US "Billboard" Hot 100
Anthony Kimani Ichung'wah is a kenyan politician who is the current majority leader in the National Assembly of the 13th Parliament of Kenya. Ichung'wah was born in Gikambura Village with 12 children.