(Encyclopedia) Burney, Fanny, later Madame D'ArblayMadame D'Arblaydärblāˈ [key], 1752–1840, English novelist, daughter of Charles Burney, the composer, organist, and music scholar. Although she…
French Open (Roland Garros)(Paris, May 27–June 10, 2007)Men's singles—Rafael Nadal defeated Roger Federer, 6–3, 4–6, 6–3, 6–4 (7–4).Women's singles—Justine Henin-Hardenne defeated Ana Ivanovic, 6–1…
What to Read While You're Waiting for the Next Harry Potter: Favorites from Other Fantastic Series
by Holly Hartman Harry Potter wasn't the first child to discover he possessed magical…
(Encyclopedia) Darwin, Charles Robert, 1809–82, English naturalist, b. Shrewsbury; grandson of Erasmus Darwin and of Josiah Wedgwood. He firmly established the theory of organic evolution known as…
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Below is a complete list of the Asian-American and Pacific Islanders in the 111th Congress. There are six members in the House of Representatives and two in the Senate. State…
FOLEY, Thomas Stephen, a Representative from Washington; born in Spokane, Wash., March 6, 1929; graduated from Gonzaga High School, Spokane, Wash., 1946; A.B., University of Washington,…
by Mike Rozett Orient Express 1883 In 1883, the Orient Express began service from Paris to Istanbul, crossing six countries with the cooperation of ten different railroads. The train was…
By Gerry Brown, John Gettings & Mike Morrison Wide receiver Randy Moss (right) and rejuvenated quarterback Randall Cunningham look to overcome a disappointing loss to Atlanta in the 1998…
Spotlight on the Stanley Cup: Goaltending Detroit Chris Osgood is and always has been a fantastic NHL goalie. Unfortunately his propensity to let in an occasional long shot has tarnished an…
