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A Historical Look at the Oil Industry
The modern oil industry adheres to an always-present market, with this substance being a prime ingredient for many of the luxuries we enjoy today. Oil has always seemed to be readily available, always existing for our convenience. While there are strategic processes that go into extracting oil, the consumer simply gets to reap the benefits.
By Jason Dvorin4 years ago in FYI
Why is Islamabad called Brasilia of Pakistan?
The capital was not transferred straight from Karachi to Islamabad. This was first temporarily transferred to Rawalpindi in the early 1960s and then to Islamabad when important construction work was finished in 1966.
By Muhammad Hassan4 years ago in FYI
Writing From Downhill Skiing
Last week, my family went on a street outing to Aleyeska, Alaska's biggest downhill ski region. My kid inquired as to whether we could go to the highest point of the mountain on the primary run.
By mina4 years ago in FYI
You vs Youse
Buckle up, you are about to get a history lesson. Or should I say ‘youse’ about to get a history lesson? Our lesson starts in the historic city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the first capital of the United States. Besides having the reputation of 'The City of Brotherly Love', Philadelphia also has another reputation: Its use of the word 'youse'.
By Jenna4 years ago in FYI
When Gen X was "Tubular" or "Rad" in the 80s
I am inspired to write about Gen X after reading a Vocal article about The Baby Boomers written by Joan Gershman. Generation X, also known as the "Me" Generation (born between 1965 to 1976) was not less "cool" than the Baby Boomers. Sure they had Elvis and The Beatles, but we had our own tough guys and the second British Invasion. The Baby Boomers were our parents. We knew they had been hippies. We knew they had either been on crazy drugs traveling in their bell bottoms or they were raising us to stay away from drugs and live life to the fullest being the best we could be. It was a tough act to follow, but we did our best.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman4 years ago in FYI
Women pt 4~ Inventors
Educators, entertainers, and writers..... slices of life that women have been a great part of but some whom most of us probably have never heard of. I will now introduce you to inventors .
By Kia T Cooper-Erbst4 years ago in FYI
Remembering the Youngest Victims of the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks
September 11, 2001, remains one of the darkest days in American history, changing the country forever. Terrorists attacked the World Trade Center towers in New York City by airplane in a series of four consecutive attacks, claiming the lives of 2,996 people. The tragedy claimed the lives of innocent people of every age and background and from all walks of life. The loss of life is always sad but when kids die as the result of senseless adult decisions, the tragedy seems far worse. These children are the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
By Criminal Matters4 years ago in FYI
How the war in Ukraine will change the way the world uses energy
Russia's war against Ukraine Ukraine will fundamentally change the state of the world empire and its geopolitics. Russia's invasion of Ukraine should intensify Europe's efforts to end Russia's dependence on oil and gas, and force Europe to accelerate its transition to clean energy, European experts say. Finally, Russia's war against Ukraine forced Europe to move from mineral oil - mainly Russian oil and gas - to the next step.
By neetesh crouch4 years ago in FYI
The Columbus Hoax: Who Really Discovered America?. Top Story - March 2022.
On the second Monday in October, the people of the United States commemorate Columbus Day. This is the anniversary of the day in 1492 when European explorer Christopher Columbus “discovered America” by landing in the Bahamas and opening European exploration.
By Abhishek Chandra 4 years ago in FYI
10 Common Questions About Hearing Aids and Their Answers
What is a Hearing Aid? Hearing Aids are little electronic gadgets that can be profoundly altered to address various sorts of hearing loss. All computerized Hearing Aids contain something like one receiver to get sound, a CPU that intensifies and cycles sound, a speaker that conveys the message to your ear and a battery for power. More complex models give extra highlights, for example, direct association with a cell phone or brain organizations.
By Hearing Aid4 years ago in FYI
Women pt 2 ~Entertainers
Now that we have covered women educators in the first part how about we now move to another slice of life. For almost 50 years this actress would charm both mexican and american audiences.
By Kia T Cooper-Erbst4 years ago in FYI
10 traditional Mexican games with rules and instructions
1. Atrapa el sombrero This is one of the most exciting traditional Mexican games for children. Since you will embark on an exciting "fight" against all your friends, with the aim of stealing their hat.
By diego michel4 years ago in FYI