Posted on: 27 February, 2008
Author: Jacob Lumbroso
In the 1980s Ethiopia was largely known in the international press for two reasons. The first was the tragic famine that occurred in 1984-1985. The second, was the first exodus of Ethiopian Jews to Israel in 1984 and subsequently followed by a second exodus in 1991. In the 1980s Ethiopia was known abroad for the tragic famine that occurred in 1984 and the first exodus of Ethiopian Jews to Israel that occurred the same year. Ethiopia is known most significantly however, for its historic place in early Christianity. The town of Lalibela is among Ethiopia's holy cities and is renown...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 23 January, 2008
Author: Craig Thornburrow
Starting out as a reliable boot for soldiers, military boots have become a highly fashionable item for the general public to wear. From the comfort to stability to the new styles available, combat boots have hit the fashion industry hard. What once was a form of boots used by soldiers has now transformed into a highly fashionable clothing accessory. Combat boots have come a long way since its creation in the 1960s. But fashion itself is constantly changing and evolving, and because of this combat boots are one of many new trends of fashion. These kinds of boots were originally...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 28 November, 2007
Author: Russell Clark
TomTom ONE review is undoubtedly making its noise. Its features - technical specifications, software and application, compatibility, TomTom PLUS services, TomTom updates and downloadable are all worth your penny There is more than meets the eye. TomTom ONE software offers practicality and flexibility that will surely fit your every need. Looking for a better route? Hate entering an address repeatedly? Worry no more for the ONE is set to make your life easier and hassle free. Some useful applications included in your ONE device are Driving View, TomTom ONE POI, Itinerary Planning, Favourites, TomTom PLUS Services, and a lot more....
Continue ReadingPosted on: 21 November, 2007
Author: Roberto Sedycias
Get to know the importance of jewelry as a fashion accessory in Ancient Rome. Jewelry was considered a display of status and power. Jewelry (joias) is a fascinating fashion accessory that has been popular from ancient times. It has played a variety of roles including political, religious and ornamental, and jewelry artefacts have helped modern historians shape pictures of the daily lives of ancient civilisations. Jewelry in ancient Rome is no exception. There are literary accounts and pictorial depiction such as in the Regina tombstone, plus an abundance of other artefacts available that help us to understand the role jewelry...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 28 October, 2007
Author: Craig Thornburrow
In this article we'll cover three important tips on purchasing down comforters for your bedroom. Down comes in different varieties and price ranges, and it is important to understand your needs in order to get the most down comforter for your money. Down comforters are the height of luxury in the bedroom. Their soft, luxurious touch and thick, warm material make going to bed a wonderful experience. Comforters made of plush down had been used for ages, and were once a symbol of royalty or extreme wealth. But today, high-quality down comforters are no longer the province of only the...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 12 October, 2007
Author: Dottson Bando
Ocho Rios, Jamaica has made the transition from a sleepy fishing village to a major tourist resort in Jamaica. Get a glimpse of this wonderful town and what it has to offer. Ocho Rios, which translated from Spanish means "Eight Rivers", is a gorgeous town on the north coast of Jamaica. Over the past twenty years, "Ochi" (as the locals refer to it) has grown from a sleepy fishing village into a popular tourist destination. As a matter of fact, Ocho Rios is the second most visited tourist destination in Jamaica. Although Ocho Rios translates into eight rivers, it is...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 11 September, 2007
Author: Carl Formby
PA systems have become a great enabler when it comes to addressing a large number of peoplefor delivery of speeches or making any kind public announcement. If you want to deploy such a system, you mus... PA systems have become a great enabler when it comes to addressing a large number of peoplefor delivery of speeches or making any kind public announcement. If you want to deploy such a system, you must observe certain considerations while choosing a PA system. First of all you must know that the PA system comprises of four major devices as well as cables that...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 11 June, 2007
Author: Justin Kander
Everybody knows about the AK-47, but not much about its technical information or the man behind it. Ill start off talking about the man; Mikhail Kalashnikov (born November 10, 1919). Kalashnikov shou... Source: Free Articles from ArticlesFactory.com
Continue ReadingPosted on: 12 April, 2007
Author: Jigsaw Conference Venues
When arranging a conference venue, there are many things to keep in mind. These include such matters as selecting the location where the event is to be held, and then finding the conference venue that is most suitable for the size and content of the occasion. In addition to making all these preliminary arrangements, you will probably also be involved in the planning of the program for your event once it gets under way at the conference venue. If your event is to run smoothly, everything has to be organised in advance, from the content and presentation of each session...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 26 March, 2007
Author: Darlene Berkel
Just what goes into a good camping guide, anyway? The first thing that crosses many peoples' minds are locations to camp at in an area they're interested in. While that's a good start, I think there should be more to a camping guide than just campsite locations and how to get to them. Survival SheltersA good camping guide will provide you with at least a basic overview of different survival shelters that you can build out of materials found in nature. If you get lost on a hike and need a place to sleep for the night while waiting for...
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