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Nation: THE EUPHEMISM: TELLING IT LIKE IT ISN'T

MODERN American speech, while not always clear or correct or turned with much style, is supposed to be uncommonly frank. Witness the current explosion of four-letter words and the explicit discussion of sexual topics. In fact, gobbledygook and nice-Nellyism still extend as far as the ear can hear. Housewives on television may chat about their sex lives in terms that a decade ago would have made gynecologists blush; more often than not, these emancipated women still speak about their children’s “going to the potty.

Odysseas Elytis - Trivia, Family, Bio

Greek poet and 1979 Nobel Prize in Literature recipient who was associated with the Romantic Modernism movement. His poetic works include Orientations, The Sovereign Sun, and Diary of an Invisible April. Before Fame He was born into a family from Lesbos, Greece, and served as a military lieutenant in the late 1930s. Trivia He wrote a poem that was set to music and became a popular Greek anthem. Family Life He was romantically involved with Mariannina Kriezi, a musicologist.

People: Apr. 26, 1963 - TIME

(2 of 2) His "esteem and affection" and a mere $25,000 were the total bequest to Socialite Actress Dina Merrill, 37, from the estimated $3,800,000 estate of her father, Edward F. Hutton, founder of Wall Street's E. F. Hutton & Co. brokerage concern. Considering his daughter "amply provided for" (Dina's husband is Colgate Heir Stanley M. Rumbough, her mother, Mrs. Marjorie Post May, heiress to the Post Toasties millions), the stockbroker left the greater share of his fortune to Third Wife Dorothy Dear Hutton, the remainder to be divided between Stepdaughter Joan Metzger Patterson and the three Rumbough children.

Ruth Kobart

Tony-nommed American Conservatory Theater actress Tony-nommed American Conservatory Theater actress Ruth Kobart, who participated in the theater’s first San Francisco production and was featured as well in film, opera and TV, died Saturday Dec.

Tax Planning: What It Is, How It Works, and Best Strategies

There’s more to tax planning than keeping track of your important tax documents—although that is a great start. Proper tax planning utilizes the current tax law to maximize your tax deductions and credits and minimize your tax liability. Used effectively, it can be an important part of your financial management strategy and help you meet your short- and long-term financial goals. Tax planning—as a component of comprehensive financial planning—is important for both individuals and businesses.

The best French poems - Lingoda

Poetry is one of the deepest ways to express emotions. So what could be better than using French, the language of feelings, to do so? Would you like to discover the best French poems with translations to learn more about this language, or to recite one to your loved one? You’ve come to the right place! Ready to start learning with Lingoda? The best French poems translated into English Victor Hugo He is considered one of the most important writers of French literature.

The Starbucks drink you should order based on your zodiac sign

The Starbucks drink menu, which is constantly adding new seasonal and limited-time-only offerings, can be slightly overwhelming. There is so much to choose from, and picking just one drink can be tough, whether youre a newbie or a seasoned Starbucks regular. Thats exactly why a little guidance is sometimes necessary. Starbucks Canada created a handy chart that tells you exactly which Starbucks drink you should order based on your zodiac sign.

Two Soldiers Arrested For Killing Islamic Cleric, Stealing His Car

The Nigerian Police has arrested two soldiers for killing an Islamic cleric, Sheikh Goni Aisami. Sheikh Aisami was killed on Friday night near Jaji Maji in Karasuwa local government in Yobe state  Naija News learned. The Public Relations Officer of the Yobe State Police, Dungus Abdulkareem, who confirmed the incident, said that in a few days the full report on the soldiers will be released. He said that the two soldiers confessed to their crime but the investigation is still ongoing, Naija News understands that the names of those arrested is yet to be disclosed.

Wakazi wenye hamaki wamuokoa mwizi aliyetumbukia kwenye shimo Kitengela

- Wakazi wa mtaa wa Kitengela walikuwa wakimkimbiza mwizi ambaye alikuwa ameiba vifaa vya ujenzi kabla atumbukie kwenye shimo -Inasemekana mtoto wa miaka 9 pia alifariki baada ya kuanguka kwenye shimo hilo - Aidha, wakazi wanataka mwenye ardhi yenye shimo hilo kuchukuliwa hatua kali ya kisheria wakidai ameyaweka hatarini maisha ya watu wengi Kuliibuka kizaazaa mtaani Kitengela kaunti ya Kajiado baada ya wakazi wenye hamaki waliokuwa wakimkimbiza mwizi kugeuka kuwa wasamaria wema na kumuokoa mwizi huyo aliyetumbukia kwenye shimo.

What if a Third Date Accidentally Lasted Three Months? A New Netflix Documentary Has Answers

Are Matt and Khani from 'Longest Third Date' still together? The Netflix doc takes a deep dive into a weekend getaway that lasted three months. Source: NetflixLongest Third Date The beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic was terrifying, confusing, and, for at least two people, it involved accidentally being stranded in Costa Rica for three months. Matt Robertson and Khani Le decided to spontaneously go away for the weekend on their third date.