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01 of 25 “Heartbreak Hotel” (1956) Elvis Presley - “Heartbreak Hotel”. Courtesy RCA “Heartbreak Hotel” was Elvis Presley’s major breakthrough pop hit, and it turned him into a mainstream star. The song was reportedly written by high school teacher Mae Boren Axton and singer-songwriter Tommy Durden after hearing about a man who committed suicide. The man jumped to his death from a hotel window leaving a suicide note with the line, “I walk a lonely street....

Prop comics don’t get much respect. Often considered the lowest man on the comedy totem pole, prop comics and, by extension, puppet comedians and even some magicians, are dismissed because of their reliance on more than just their own words and jokes. That doesn’t make them any less talented, though, and it certainly doesn’t make them any less successful. Several of the comedians who work with props or puppets are among the biggest names in comedy, with sold-out tours and long-running shows in Las Vegas....

“Hooah!” It is uttered at Army award ceremonies, bellowed from formations, and repeated before, during, and after training missions. You can hear it shouted by Air Force Security Forces, Pararescue, and Combat Controllers. The word HOO-YAH is thundered out by Navy SEALs, Navy Divers, and Navy EOD, and by United States Marines who pronounce their motivational cheer as “OohRah!” All are said to be slightly different versions of each other....

Like most games from the popular “Minute to Win It,” international TV franchise, the Baby Rattle game certainly isn’t child’s play—but it will sure be a hit at your next party. Gumballs and soda bottles are the main props you’ll need, along with strong hands and a bit of patience. Yes, we realize the irony of recommending patience during a one-minute countdown, but the key to successfully playing Minute to Win It games is focus and a cool head....

NASCAR is one of the fatest growing sports in the U.S. This is fitting for a sport that relies on speed. Here, are the fastest race tracks on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule. While Talladega has the all-time official NASCAR track record, this list is sorted by fastest qualifying speed since 2000. By limiting this list to speeds since 2000, this throws out three of the fastest qualifying track records in NASCAR history....

One of the most influential men in jazz dance history, Bob Fosse created a unique dance style that is practiced in dance studios throughout the world. His amazing choreography continues to live on through several great Broadway musicals such as “Cabaret”, “Damn Yankees” and “Chicago.” Early Life of Bob Fosse Robert Louis “Bob” Fosse was born on June 23, 1927, in Chicago, Illinois. Fosse was one of six children and grew up surrounded by dance and theater....

A day in the life of a stay-at-home mom doesn’t involve bon bons and soap operas. While there’s no typical day in the life of a stay-at-home mom, you can get a glimpse of what life is like in her shoes with this sample day in the life of a stay-at-home mom: 6:00 a.m. - Mom starts her morning routine by waking up and taking a quick shower. 6:20 a.m. - Wake up the kids....

Criminal history (moral) waivers are decided on a case by case basis and depend on several individual factors. Depending upon the needs of the military, moral waivers are either easier to obtain or impossible. In the end it comes down to the number of candidates needed and the number of candidates getting approved to join the military who do not need a waiver. No two cases are the same.​​ Each of the services have criminal history standards that determine which offenses (or combination of offenses) are disqualifying for enlistment:...

Barbra Streisand (born April 24, 1942) is an American singer, actress, songwriter, and film director. Her career has spanned six decades and includes achievements on Broadway, in movies, and as a pop recording artist. She is the best-selling female recording artist of all time, and she is one of the few entertainers to win at least one Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award. Fast Facts: Barbra Streisand Given Name: Barbara Joan StreisandOccupation: Singer, actress, film director Known For: Recipient of Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Awards; one of the best-selling recording artists of all timeBorn: April 24, 1942 in New York City, New YorkSpouses: Elliott Gould (m....

Paintball is a very safe sport, but the short answer is yes, there are several confirmed cases of people who have been killed while playing paintball and some anecdotal stories. Overall, there have been very few deaths from paintball and most of those have been related to carelessness or indirect causes. Have People Died Being Hit in a Paintball Game? There have been a few instances reported in which men have died (either during or shortly after a game) from heart attacks after being shot in the chest....

Conflicts in the workplace can occur for many reasons, but some of the top reasons for conflict are that people often have very different ideas and ways of approaching their job that everyone around them might not agree with. Each of us has learned very early on how to handle conflict. For some of us, that means knowing how to effectively communicate our desires and our needs in order to better understand the problem and how it relates to others; but for some of us, it may be that we learned to handle conflict by being aggressive and not be willing to compromise which makes it difficult to come to any kind of a solution....

The origin of the Hand Salute is uncertain. Some historians believe it began in late Roman times when assassinations were common. A citizen who wanted to see a public official had to approach with his right hand raised to show that he did not hold a weapon. Knights in armor raised visors with the right hand when meeting a comrade. This practice gradually became a way of showing respect and, in early American history, sometimes involved removing the hat....

If you are aspiring towards a career as a recycling professional, one important consideration is that of achieving a professional certification within the field. The good news is that there are several programs available. Certification Training Programs Currently Available in the U.S. Here is a list of programs currently available in the United States: Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Certification Certification from SWANA is held by several standards as a standard for solid waste sector employees....

Scorpio’s symbol is the Scorpion, hinting at its sting, and reputation as dangerous. Scorpios are born in the darkening time of the year, from Oct 20th to Nov 20th. It’s a season of mystery, and intimacy with the phenomenon of death (and rebirth). Scorpio’s Characteristics Scorpio’s creative power is unrivaled, and this includes procreation, too. The seeds of Scorpio are the treasures that are discovered, at the heart of the rich darkness....

There’s no denying how popular Japanese animation (also called, “anime” by fans of the genre) has become. From its niche presence in the 70s and 80s with series like Speed Racer and Astro Boy to the anime boom in the 90s with Pokemon, Sailor Moon and Dragon Ball Z, anime has impacted Western pop culture and society dramatically with its quirky characters, imaginative worlds and original storytelling style. Yet, despite its popularity, there remains a stigma surrounding Japanese animation that’s keeping many potential Western fans away....

Golf courses are generally grouped in three ways: By access (who can play them), by size (number and type of holes), or by setting and design. Golf Course Types by Access Not all golf courses are available to be played by all golfers. Some are private clubs, some restrict access in other ways or give preferential treatment to certain golfers over others. When grouping golf courses by access, here are how those groups are labeled:...

At the end of 1950 Chevrolet had a stranglehold on the No. 1 position as the best selling car brand in America. The Chevy division sold 1 million more units than second-place Ford. However, the next three spots in the top five also went to General Motors car companies that year. In the mid-1950s the Ford Motor Company decided an additional car line could double their efforts to compete with GM....

For decades now, much of the world has flown by in a Windows-induced haze, and the world of eBay is no different in its relationship to Macs. Popular market research services such as HammerTap and popular tools such as Turbo Lister are Windows-only, and most of the tutorial information out there about eBay shows screen grabs and video taken from computers running Windows.​ With the rise of mobile computing devices in recent years, there’s also been an explosion of interest in and documentation about mobile tools like eBay’s iPhone app, growing by leaps and bounds every year....

The Pluto in Scorpio generation is coming of age in a time of decay, collapse, institutional corruption, and societal change. Members are made of strong stuff and are up to the task. But the pathway may involve some kind of annihilation, humbling loss of power, or confrontation with death itself. Some have been to hell and back in war, where deaths from suicide can be higher than deaths from combat in a given month....

If you’re not yet familiar with the Walgreens rewards program, known as “Balance Rewards,” now is a good time to find out how the program works and to understand just how couponers can maximize their savings when becoming members. Who Qualifies? The program is open to all US residents who are 13 years or older (in Puerto Rico the age is 14 and older). Shoppers between 13 and 18 years old must agree that they have received permission from their parents or legal guardian to join the program....