Daily Content Archive
(as of Saturday, March 21, 2015)| Word of the Day | |||||||
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dichotomy
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 MigrainesA migraine is a headache characterized by recurrent attacks of severe pain, usually on one side of the head. It may be preceded by flashes or spots before the eyes or a ringing in the ears, and accompanied by double vision, nausea, vomiting, or dizziness. It affects women 3 times as often as men and is frequently inherited. Although the exact cause is unknown, evidence suggests a genetically transmitted functional disturbance of cranial circulation. What is the origin of the word "migraine?" More... | |
| This Day in History | |
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 Napoleonic Code Adopted in France (1804)One of Napoleon's first priorities after coming to power was revising the outdated French legal system. The resulting code was a clear framework of laws regarding property, family, and personal rights, replacing an antiquated, confusing patchwork of feudal laws. The code has since been amended but remains in effect in France. In the 200 years since it was enacted, the code has also influenced the laws of many European countries, the US state of Louisiana, and what Middle Eastern country? More... | |
| Today's Birthday | |
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 Florenz Ziegfeld (1869)An American theatrical producer, Ziegfeld was best known for his Ziegfeld Follies, a series of lavish Broadway revues he produced for 24 years beginning in 1907. Combining comedy, pageantry, and beautiful women, the successful shows made Ziegfeld a legend while launching the careers of stars such as Will Rogers and Fanny Brice. He also produced the hit musical Show Boat in 1927. What actress first suggested the idea of the Follies to Ziegfeld? More... | |
| Quotation of the Day | |
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 There is a vulgar incredulity, which in historical matters, as well as in those of religion, finds it easier to doubt than to examine.Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832) | |
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hard-luck story— A typically self-pitying tale of misfortune, hardship, adversity, etc., told especially to gain sympathy or charity from others. More... | |
| Today's Holiday | |
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 Sitala Ashtami (2017)Sitala Ashtami is a Hindu festival honoring Sitala, goddess of smallpox. She is named for the chill typically experienced during high fever. She is believed to have the power to protect people from smallpox, and her blessings are invoked for protection against the disease. On this day, Hindu women visit the nearest Sitala shrine in the morning, offering the goddess rice, homemade sweets, cooked food, and holy water mixed with milk. In some places colorful fairs are held near Sitala's shrines, and there is merry-making, dancing, feasting, and the buying and selling of wares. More... | |
| In the News | |
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Tenth of Wild Bee Species Risk Extinction in EuropeNearly 10 percent of some 2,000 species of European wild bees are threatened with extinction, according to a study published Thursday. The study released by ... More... | |