If you’re new to horse racing, you may only be familiar with big races like the Kentucky Derby and the Breeders’ Cup. These are the pinnacle of racing in North America, the top rung of the class ladder for thoroughbred racehorses, but horses must start out at a much lower level of competition before they get here. Types of Horse Races North American racing has a class system that horses must work their way through before becoming stars....
Venus Gemini gals are clever and drawn to bright minds. Gemini in love has a reputation for seeming light, but have surprising depths too. This Venus sign likes to be where the buzz is and often has many acquaintances and a few close friends. Venus is how we love. Keys for Venus in Gemini Woman Vivacious, breezy, a social bee, funny, restless, playful, high-strung, changeable, sharp-witted, friendly, trendy, plugged in, active, clever....
Veterinary ophthalmologists are specialists with advanced knowledge of ocular health and specialized surgical procedures that are performed on the eye. It’s a veterinary ophthalmologist’s job to provide optical care for a large variety of animal species. A veterinary ophthalmologist is a board-certified specialist in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions involving an animal’s eyes and the associated structures. Veterinary Ophthalmologist Duties & Responsibilities As part of their day’s regular duties and tasks, a veterinary ophthalmologist is tasked with performing some or all of the following:...
The Masters Tournament is one of the four major championships of men’s professional golf and has been around since 1934. Many, many golfers have participated in the tournament in those years, but only one holds the record for most times playing in The Masters. That golfer played the tournament 52 times. Key Takeaways The record for most Masters Tournament starts by one golfer is 52, held by Gary Player.Only two golfers have made at least 50 starts in The Masters; 11 have made 40 or more career starts....
If you’re installing a trailer hitch on your car or truck, you’re going to need a plug for the trailer lights. Trailer wiring can be very, very frustrating. If you’ve ever found yourself in a Walmart parking lot, in the dark, in the rain, trying to fix your trailer wiring with flashlights you know how much fun it can be. If you’ve got bad wiring, now’s the time to run some new wires, not when you find yourself in a pinch....
Canadian actress Missy Peregrym made her film debut in 2006’s Stick It. Peregrym stars as a former gymnast who’s forced back into the world she gave up after getting in trouble with the law. Peregrym speaks around the release of the film, including about working with her co-star Jeff Bridges. Peregrym and Her Stunt Double Isabelle Severino In working with her double stunt man and Olympian Isabelle Severino, Peregrym noted that the camera work was amazing due to the way that they filmed it....
By 1980, author Stephen King was already a bestselling novelist known for horror novels like Carrie, ‘Salem’s Lot, The Shining, and The Stand. He also proved that his work could translate to movies after the blockbuster success of the 1976 film adaptation of Carrie. Filmmakers have been inspired by King’s work ever since – not just because of their popularity, but because King’s writing already has a cinematic quality. King also adapted a number of his novels into screenplays himself....
It is hard to let go of a beloved old car that is beyond even a trade-in. Sending it right to the junkyard can be heart-wrenching. Making a car donation to a worthy charity seems like a good move, but car donation is an area of philanthropy that is rife with fraud and misleading information. If you’re looking for a significant tax deduction, you might be disappointed in a car donation....
Without question, diving is a fun but challenging sport. It takes a considerable amount of time and effort to become successful and the rewards are almost always worth it. What may offer an even bigger challenge for athletes who decide to become involved in diving is competing on the high school level. Many high school divers enter into their freshman year prepared to dive in high school—having learned in age group diving the necessary fundamentals to be competitive, but many others have no idea or no preparation for what is required of them when they step into their first practice or competition....
For decades, drive belts, V-belts, multi-vee-belts, and serpentine belts have been used to transmit power from the engine crankshaft pulley to accessories, such as the power steering pump, air conditioning compressor, water pump, or cooling fans. Toothed timing belts and timing chains, too, are used to transmit power from the crankshaft to the camshafts, and some from the camshaft to camshaft, depending on engine design. The drive belt, timing belt, or timing chain will not work well, or for very long, if at all, with incorrect tension....
People are spending money on their pets nowadays because they are an important part of our families. In fact, the pet product industry was worth roughly $69.5 billion in 2017. And that number is expected to grow, as demand for premium pet services increases. Just like gourmet pet food, mobile dog grooming salons have become increasingly popular. So, if you’ve ever considered jumping into a business venture like the mobile pet grooming service, now might be the right time....
Born: January 6, 1989 Musical Style: Rock Audition City: San Francisco Backstory: James Durbin has lived the life of a struggling musician, having been in several bands. Much of the show’s focus on James has been about him suffering from both Asperger’s and Tourette’s Syndromes. Influences: Steven Tyler, Freddie Mercury, Robert Plant, Ronnie James Dio 01 of 16 “You Shook Me” (Muddy Waters) Photo by Angela Weiss/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images...
The nickel defense is a basic defensive formation that is designed to stop a pass play. The alignment features four down lineman, two linebackers, and five defensive backs. It can also be referred to as a nickel play, nickel package or nickel alignment. Also, it is known as a 4–2–5 or 3–3–5 defense. In general, it is the goal of the defensive team to prevent the offensive side from gaining yards and scoring points, and with this play, prevent the offense from passing the ball beyond the line of scrimmage....
When companies make their hiring decisions for retail management jobs, they are looking for candidates who have gained a fair amount of experience in retail sales settings. In particular, they seek people who have proven themselves to be proactive leaders and organizers even in entry-level positions. What to Include in Your Resume Your resume should demonstrate how you went the extra mile as a sales associate to increase store productivity and contribute to improved customer satisfaction levels....
01 of 27 Angela Bassett Angela Bassett. Dave Kotinsky for Getty If you find yourself attracted to the short, edgy hairstyles that Black women have made popular in recent years, you’re not alone. Edgy, funky cuts and colors are on trend at the moment. This slideshow pulls together some of the best edgy cuts on Black women today. You’ll see pompadours, spiked cuts, shaved hair, bright colors and much more. But before you head to the salon for your own edgy short cut, keep in mind that you have to be able to pull off such a ‘do....
R&B with an old soul topped the year’s best songs, but there was a healthy dose of upbeat party music vying for top spots as well. This is your introduction to the best in pop music in 2001. R&B with an old soul topped the year’s best songs, but there was a healthy dose of upbeat party music vying for top spots as well. This is your introduction to the best in pop music in 2001....
Store brands, Private Label or Private Brands is a massive segment of the food and beverage sector. You will find Trader Joes, Kroger, Archer Farms (Target), Great Value (Wal-Mart), and 365 (Whole Foods) as a small sampling of some of the more well-known private brands. Some have the retailer name and others a brand name unrelated to the retailer banner name. The Private Label Customer Profile A 2014 Consumers Reports study showed a whopping 93 percent of American women surveyed buy store brands to save money....
If you’re new to eBay, navigating the auction website may feel overwhelming. With so many items for sale, it can be hard to know how to find the objects that interest you if you don’t know your way around. With the tips that follow, learn to browse the site in a way that allows you to get what you need without wasting a lot of time on the stuff you have no interest in buying....
Music isn’t just an aural experience these days. Many country artists make music videos to enhance their music, and they compile their videos and live performance recordings onto one disc. A DVD is the perfect addition to your collection if you’re a lifelong fan of a certain artist or group. More and more artists and bands release DVDs every year. Check out some from your own favorite performers and groups. Put your feet up and experience both the audio and video of their performances....
The 1930s was a decade of unforgettable love songs. Many of the well-loved classics that we know today were written during this period. The 1930s to the 1940s is also known as the Golden Age of musical theater in America. Many musicals were brought to the stage and several were adapted into films. Composers and lyricists continued to collaborate to create beautiful love songs – among them, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Jerome Kern, George Gershwin, and Richard Rodgers....
