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Why is novel H1N1 virus sometimes called “swine flu”? This virus was originally referred to as “swine flu” because laboratory testing showed that many of the genes in this new virus were very similar to influenza viruses that normally occur in pigs (swine) in North America. But further study has shown that this new virus is very different from what normally circulates in North American pigs. It has two genes from flu viruses that normally circulate in pigs in Europe and Asia and bird (avian) genes and human genes....

We’ve compiled the most challenging, entertaining, beautiful, satisfying, and fun jigsaws on the market. Our favorites include a colorful candy scene from Springbok, a wooden owl from Hartmaze, and an iconic museum on full display from The MET. Here, the best jigsaw puzzles available. With candy shop imagery, it’s sure to satisfy almost anyone’s tastes—but you might want to put some actual candy out on the table to sweeten the experience....

The story began before the pottery was produced, however. While the soap being sold was the focus of John Durrant Larkin, his brother-in-law Elbert Hubbard, who was a salesman with the company, spearheaded the marketing plan that ultimately resulted in the now-famous pottery by devising a gift-with-purchase concept. Silk handkerchiefs, silver, and imported china were given away for years before Buffalo Pottery was conceived. By that time, Hubbard had moved on and was nurturing his Roycroft community....

The U.S. Supreme Court, founded in 1789, is the highest federal court in America. Located in Washington D.C., it has final jurisdiction over all federal and state court cases. Abortion is the act of deliberately terminating a pregnancy by removing or destroying the embryo or fetus. The debate around abortion rights is most commonly wagered between those who believe a fetus is a life that must be preserved (sometimes referred to as ‘pro-life’), and those who believe it is a woman’s right to choose whether or not to have a baby (sometimes referred to as ‘pro-choice’)....

There is much debate over the color temperature of blues. While blue is generally thought of as a relatively “cool” color on the palette, one shade up from violet, within the range of blues, a blue can either be comparatively cool or warm. Which relative temperature a particular blue is, however, is open to interpretation. Some artists say that ultramarine blue is cooler, while cerulean and phthalocyanine blue are warmer; but others say the reverse....

1937-D Buffalo Nickel–Three Legs1935 Buffalo Nickel–Doubled Die Reverse1924-S Buffalo Nickel1919-S Buffalo Nickel1880 Shield Nickel1927-S Buffalo Nickel1918-S Buffalo Nickel1867 Shield Nickel–Proof With Rays1920-D Buffalo Nickel1917-S Buffalo Nickel1913-D Buffalo Nickel–Type 21916 Buffalo Nickel–Doubled Die Obverse1926-S Buffalo Nickel1918/7-D Buffalo Nickel–Doubled Die Obverse1913 Liberty Nickel–The Olsen Specimen Pay attention to the photos and details below to see if you have one of these valuable nickels in your piggy bank. Grade: NGC MS-67 Sold: November 2009; Bowers & Merena, The November 2009 Baltimore Auction The 1937-D Buffalo nickel is one of the most significant coins of the 20th century....

Unfortunately, there has been a dramatic shift in the value of first-day covers. Over the years, collectors have made it clear that they prefer their first-day covers with cachets. Added Value of Cachets A cachet is an informative illustration usually on the left-hand side of an envelope or postcard. The cachet is designed to be attractive, educational, or humorous and supports the stamp by usually giving a little information about the featured stamp....

Related Links Time Measurement, Time Zones, and the International Date Line Prime MeridianGreenwich Mean TimeUniversal TimeInternational Date LineLongitude / Latitude Daylight Saving Time Engineering Time All that changed when railroads began to move people across great distances quickly. In the early days of the railroads, train schedules were totally confusing because they were based on local solar time. This problem was particularly pronounced in the United States and Canada where transcontinental railroads moved people over thousands of miles relatively quickly....

What Is a Biscuit? A biscuit is a thin, oval-shaped piece of compressed wood shavings, typically made from beech wood. When glued into slots precisely cut by the biscuit cutter, and the moisture from the glue causes the biscuit to swell and tighten the joint.Biscuits commonly come in three sizes: #0: 5/8 inch by 1 3/4 inches#10: 3/4 inch by 2 1/8 inches#20: 1 inch by 2 3/8 inches Biscuit cutters should have the ability to precisely cut all three sizes....

1. Stay Immersed in the Flow Psychologists talk about a powerful kind of concentration called ’ the flow.’ It occurs when someone is focused and engaged in the task. If you write like this, it’s easy to write fluently. We all recognize this condition. “Time flies when you’re having fun” is one way to describe it. Meditation may be an alternative. This is different if you play video games or sports and feel at one with the activity....

Types of Poplar Poplar wood is considered a hardwood by species, but this can be somewhat confusing, as it is typically softer than pine, a common softwood. In most instances, poplar (or at least the wood sold as poplar in home centers) is actually the wood from the tulip tree. It is a creamy white-colored wood with brown or gray sections or streaks through the grain. Garden-variety poplar wood is also sometimes referred to as yellow poplar or whitewood, but you may also find stocks of poplar that include European black poplar, cottonwood, or some types of aspen....

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“A hat makes all the difference” was a U.S. advertising slogan used in 1930. For centuries, tradition linked hats with female status. Married women and mothers were required to cover their heads with hats as signs of respectability. Unmarried women went bare-headed. Headwear is also a sign of power, from the crowns worn by royalty to the feathered headdresses of tribal chiefs. Today, hats have become a fun topping. After a twenty-year lapse, they are back with a young, modern attitude....

Top 5 states with highest incidence of tornadoes: Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Florida, Nebraska States with lowest incidence of tornadoes): Alaska, Rhode Island, Hawaii, Vermont, Oregon Most tornadoes in one day: 209 (April 2011) Most tornadoes in one month: 817 (April 2011) Most tornado deaths in one year: 550 (2011) Fewest tornado deaths in one year: 15 (1986) What Is a Tornado? A tornado is a dark funnel-shaped cloud made up of violently rotating winds that can reach speeds of up to 300 m....

Siri also provides a group of app suggestions based on your location and few other factors. These suggestions appear on the lock screen at the bottom left corner. For example, suppose you are in the habit of checking your official email every morning when you wake up, the email icon will appear when you start your day. Besides the lock screen, the app suggestions appear on the app switcher and the Notification Center as well....

Take some time to carefully examine examples of several different marks used by the original factory, along with others from the numerous companies that rekindled the Capodimonte tradition in the 20th century. More information on these new makers, which manufactured most of the Capodimonte discovered by collectors today, can be found in Capodimonte Collectibles by Catherine P. Bloom (out of print, but available online through used booksellers). These are the marks collectors will encounter most often when shopping for Capodimonte today....

Power Pro does not need to be pre-stretched, conditioned, or waxed before use. It is ready to use off the spool like similar threads such as FireLine. The Durability of Power Pro One of the biggest advantages of Power Pro thread is its durability. Power Pro is a great thread to use when you stitch crystal beads or other beads with potentially sharp edges. Power Pro is also recommended for designs that receive a lot of wear, or pulling and tugging, such as beaded finger rings....