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Want to learn more about the Star Wars universe? Check out these helpful definitions. A ABY: Stands for “After the Battle of Yavin,” designates the years after the events shown in “Star Wars: A New Hope” with the destruction of the Death Star by Luke Skywalker and the Rebel Alliance. Agricultural Corps: a branch of the Jedi Order that focused on helping people through cultivating crops. It first appears in “Jedi Apprentice: The Rising Force” by Dave Wolverton (1999)....

A black henna tattoo may seem benign compared to a real tattoo. For those wanting the look of a tattoo without the permanence, a henna “tattoo” is a great way to enjoy temporary body art. Henna paste is applied to the skin in the pattern of your choice and slowly leaves behind a stain as the paste dries. That stain lasts from 2-4 weeks and gradually fades and disappears over that time period....

For a small company with a sizable budget, the Gold Key Service (GKS) — through the U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Commercial Service — is one of the most efficient ways to meet with pre-screened potential cross-border business associates, whether you are seeking an agent, a distributor or a joint-venture partner. Individual meetings are arranged, most taking place at the U.S. embassy in the host country. Many companies testify that this is a wise investment because you pay only for your airfare, lodging, and entertainment and have a series of productive meetings already set up....

Twyla Tharp is an American dancer and choreographer. She is most known for developing a contemporary dance style that combines ballet and modern dance techniques. Early Life of Twyla Tharp Twyla Tharp was born on July 1, 1941 in Indiana. The first of four children, she had twin brothers and a sister named Twanette. When Tharp was eight years old, her family moved to California where her father built a house....

So, you’re ready for your first Dominican blowout. You’ve heard about the price, which, when compared to traditional Black salons, is usually lower. In some cases, it’s much lower. That alone may be enough to sway you. However, if your hair is long and/or all-natural and very thick, you’ll probably be charged a little more. You might have also heard about the heat, which can be pretty intense. Here’s the rundown on what to expect from this technique when done in a salon....

A library technician is one member of a library’s staff. He or she may work in public, academic, school, medical, law, or government agency libraries. Working under the supervision of a librarian, this paraprofessional acquires and organizes materials, lends resources to patrons, and organizes and reshelves items after patrons or users return them. The scope of a library technician’s duties varies according to the size of the facility. In some libraries, he or she may answer routine questions, teach patrons or users how to use resources, and plan programs....

Many times when we read stories about a new public transit project, one of the things we read about is how a certain mode will not provide enough capacity for the expected ridership, while another mode may provide too much capacity for the expected ridership. The capacity of a transit mode refers to how many passengers per hour a mode can be expected to carry. Since when we discuss capacity we are usually discussing it in terms of a rapid transit project, the capacity should be defined as the maximum number of passengers per hour a given mode could carry at its maximum average operating speed....

Army Public Affairs Broadcast Specialists are involved in creating, filming, reporting, hosting and editing news and entertainment radio and television programs. Public Affair Broadcast Specialists are primarily responsible for participating in and supervising the operation of audio or video news for Army units or Armed Forces Radio Television Service (AFRTS). (Duties have some overlap with that of Army Public Affairs Specialists, who act as a liaison between the Army and the press....

Breakup songs occupy a key segment of the overall spectrum of love songs. They can range from resigned sadness to outright anger. These are 75 of the best expressions of the experience of breaking up in song. 75 of 75 The Police - “Every Breath You Take” (1983) The Police - “Every Breath You Take”. A&M Inspired by Sting’s divorce from Frances Tomelty, “Every Breath You Take” details stalking an ex-lover....

Dinosaurs may be extinct, but our fascination with the prehistoric beasts will keep the knowledge of them alive forever. Kids are especially in awe of, and sometimes obsessed with, dinosaurs and what it must have been like when they roamed the earth. Fortunately, thanks to this shared interest with animators, many movies have been made about the dinosaurs, from blockbuster hits to favorite television series. Here are some fun kids and family movies and shows about dinosaurs listed in order of their scare factor (movies for young children are listed first)....

The soundboard is the top of an acoustic guitar and plays the most critical role in determining the overall tone and projection qualities of the instrument. Though there are many available materials suited to satisfy the structural requirements of a soundboard, none have been found to match the acoustic properties of wood. How Soundboards Are Built Traditionally, soundboards have been made from high-quality, quarter-sawn spruce planks that have been carefully seasoned to remove moisture and ensure structural stability....

Babe Didrikson Zaharias (June 26, 1911–September 27, 1956) is arguably the greatest female athlete of all-time. After years of excelling in other sports, including winning Olympic medals, Zaharias took up golf. She quickly became one of the best ever in that sport too, and her presence in the early days of the LPGA Tour was critical in the growth of women’s golf. Fast Facts: Babe Didrikson Zaharias Known For: Olympic track and field medalist, professional golferBorn: June 26, 1911 in Port Arthur, TexasParents: Ole Didriksen and Hannah Didriksen (as an adult, Babe changed the spelling of her surname to end with “on” rather than “en”)Died: September 27, 1956 in Galveston, TexasSpouse(s): George Zaharias (married 1938–1956); Betty Dodd (longtime companion, 1950–1956)Children: NoneFamous Quote: When asked how she hit the golf ball so far, she replied, “I just loosen my girdle and let the ball have it....

Karen Kerrigan is president and CEO of Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council) and is a tireless advocate for small business owners. She recently participated in the White House briefing on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) held in D.C. Nov. 18. I’ve known and admired Karen for years and am amazed at how she finds the time and energy to do all the things she does so magnificently (refer to her bio)....

The 1930s marked the first full decade for Oscar and with it established the beginning of the classic Hollywood era. Silent films were a thing of the past with the transition to talkies in the late 1920s, which gave rise to stars like Norma Shearer, Irene Dunne, and Bette Davis. The decade saw numerous great performances, including a revelatory turn from unlikely star Marie Dressler, and ended with Vivian Leigh’s iconic portrayal of Scarlett O’Hara....

Jack Palance (born Volodymyr Palahniuk; February 18, 1919—November 10, 2006) gained fame playing dark, villainous characters in movies in the 1950s and 1960s. He had an unlikely surge back into stardom in the 1980s culminating in an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 1991’s City Slickers. Jack Palance Fast Facts Full Name: Volodymyr PalahniukKnown as: Jack PalanceOccupation: ActorBorn: February 18, 1919 in Hazelton, Pennsylvania, USADied: November 10, 2006 in Montecito, California, USATop Films: Sudden Fear, Shane, The Professionals, City SlickersKey Accomplishment: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in City SlickersSpouses’ Names: Virginia Baker (m....

Many people will agree that launching and successfully running a small business is by no means a cheap undertaking. Whether you need money to start your small business and get it running or just need cash to buy new business equipment and other inventories, chances are you need more capital than you probably have in your bank account to keep your business running and moving in the right direction. However, where do you get the cash to pump into your small and growing business?...

Feng shui is an ancient Chinese system of creating harmony and balance through how items are placed in your environment. In feng shui, structures, rooms, and objects provide negative or positive energy depending on what they are, where they’re placed, and in what direction they face. In terms of home business success, using feng shui to set up and organize your home office can help you increase creativity and productivity, while reducing stress....

This compilation of dumb quotes by Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton was gathered from speeches and interviews during her primary campaigns. If you’re looking for more than quotes, we also have compilations of memes and late night jokes. On Politics “The question is, we face a lot of dangers in the world and, in the gentleman’s words, we face a lot of evil men. And what in my background equips me to deal with evil and bad men?...

A clean car does drive better. (At least it feels like it!) But getting it that way doesn’t have to clean out your wallet. Here are a bunch of homemade car cleaner recipes that will make your car look like it was detailed by a professional. Car Wash Solution What You Need: A bucket of waterLiquid castile soap Add a couple of drops of liquid castile soap to a bucket of water, stir it in, and use it to wash your car....

The Simpsons began as a series of “bumpers” or animated shorts for on April 19, 1987, and premiered as a full animated series on December 17, 1989, on FOX. The first episode was “Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire” (pictured). Regular broadcasts began on Sunday night beginning January 14, 1990. The Origins of the Family Matt Groening, the artist behind the comic strip Life in Hell, created the Simpson family using the names of his own father, mother, and sisters....