Was Harry Potter stolen? A hardback first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone worth about £40,000 was one of a number of rare books stolen during a burglary. The book, J.K Rowling’s maiden novel of the globally successful series, was stolen from SN Books in Thetford, Norfolk, between 8 and 9 January. Who […]
What is Blackbeard known for?
What is Blackbeard known for? Blackbeard is perhaps most famous for his legendary blockade of Charleston Harbor, South Carolina. In 1718, Blackbeard entered Charleston Harbor in his ship known as Queen Anne’s Revenge with three smaller ships. He proceeded to plunder five merchant ships entering or leaving the harbor. How much money did Blackbeard steal? […]
Where was Janet Reno from?
Where was Janet Reno from? Miami, FL Who is Waco based off of? The series is based on two biographies: A Place Called Waco, by Branch Davidian survivor David Thibodeau, and Stalling for Time: My Life as an FBI Hostage Negotiator, written by the FBI’s Special Agent in Charge of Negotiations Gary Noesner. Who was […]
Is there a refugee camp in Dakar Senegal?
Is there a refugee camp in Dakar Senegal? 17,878 refugees and asylum seekers, there are no refugee camps. 12,648 refugees reside in various local communities in the Valley while 1,917 refugees and 3,313 asylum seekers live in urban areas (Dakar, Thiès and Saint Louis). Are there refugees in Senegal? Asylum applications and refugees from Senegal […]
What does a blue gi mean in judo?
What does a blue gi mean in judo? The blue gi’s only purpose is to distinguish one opponent from another during a match. By contrasting with the white gi of her opponent, the wearer of the blue gi makes it easier for the judges, referees and spectators to keep track of which contestant is which. […]
What is the oldest piece of English literature?
What is the oldest piece of English literature? Old English literature, or Anglo-Saxon literature, encompasses literature written in Old English, in Anglo-Saxon England from the 7th century to the decades after the Norman Conquest of 1066. According to Bede, the 7th century work Cædmon’s Hymn is considered as the oldest surviving poem in English. What […]
What animal has survived all 5 mass extinctions?
What animal has survived all 5 mass extinctions? The water bear What caused the Devonian period to end? The causes of these extinctions are unclear. Leading hypotheses include changes in sea level and ocean anoxia, possibly triggered by global cooling or oceanic volcanism. The impact of a comet or another extraterrestrial body has also been […]
How long does it take to develop a new genetically modified crop?
How long does it take to develop a new genetically modified crop? approximately 10 years Do GMOs increase or reduce biodiversity? Genetic modification produces genetically modified animals, plants and organisms. If they are introduced into the environment they can affect biodiversity. For example, existing species can be overrun by more dominant new species. Should we […]
What invasive species live in the Great Lakes?
What invasive species live in the Great Lakes? Invasive Species in the Great Lakes brachionus leydigii. thermocyclops crassus. round goby. sea lamprey. Eurasian ruffe. alewife. zebra mussels. spiny water flea. What invasive species invaded the Great Lakes in 1986? Since they first invaded the Great Lakes in 1986, zebra and quagga mussels have cost billions […]
Why would you like to study in Finland?
Why would you like to study in Finland? Equality and Freedom. Equality and freedom are cornerstones of the Finnish education system. In Finland, all students have equal opportunities to receive a high-quality education, and thanks to the flat hierarchy of Finnish universities, students are usually on a first-name basis with their professors. Why Finland is […]