Jul
2
A vellum manuscript dating from 1297, representing one of only seventeen existing copies of the Magna Carta, the iconic 800-year-old English royal manuscript setting out the rights of man, sold for US$21.3 million under auction at Sotheby’s.
The royal charter, dated 1297 and bearing the wax seal of King Edward I, enshrined the rights of man into English law and is considered the precursor of such landmark historical documents as the US Declaration of Independence.
The auctioneer of the sale, Mr David Redden, who is also a vice chairman at Sotheby’s, described the vellum manuscript as ,’Quite simply the most important document in the world.’
Feb
14
City to visit today
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If I had the vaunted ability to jump through space and time, i’d jump to the Paris of springtime.
It’s romantic, it’s beautiful, and there’s good food if you’ve got a little cash to spend. The hotel rooms may be a little cramped, but it just makes things so much cosier, no?
And the wine - from all over France - there’s more than enough wine to bust that liver of yours ten times over.
Feb
1
Why vote for John McCain?
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We see it quite simply - basically someone who has not only been in the military, but has been in combat, and has seen, first-hand, the horrors of war, will NOT unnecessarily advocate or authorise any military action without thinking it over very very carefully. We think that if John McCain had won the last elections, the USA would not have been embroiled in costly and unnecessary wars in Iraq and Afghanistan that are, even now, bleeding the blood of young Americans and bleeding dry the coffers of the US Treasury.
Vote John McCain.
Sep
27
Contrast With Modern Style
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For some time now, one of the hottest trends in jewelry has been that of the black and white diamond combination. From rings to earrings and pendants to bracelets, this classic color combo has quickly become a popular fashion statement in fine jewelry. For those who know jewelry prices, choosing these designs can often mean letting go of some serious cash. However, for the woman who enjoys keeping up with current trends without spending a fortune, cubic zirconia designs may be the way to go.
So, just what makes the black and white diamond combination such a popular trend in jewelry?
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Sep
27
When you shop for jewelry, it’s important to look for more than just the latest trend or the piece with the smallest price tag. While both style and price are important, it’s also essential that you choose the best fit for your body. This article is designed to show you how.
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Sep
27
Staring your own business can be an intimidating challenge. However, this task can be made achievable by setting up realistic goals, and following a few easy steps. If you have a passion of fashion and are an outgoing person, you can establish your own silver jewelry business. Being in the jewelry business myself, I can tell you what you will need in order to start one on your own.
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Sep
19
Vacation at an Alaskan Fishing Lodge
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When choosing to visit to Alaska, one of the activities that should be considered is Alaska fishing. Besides seeing the sights and experiencing seasonal changes in weather there is just plain relaxing. Consider stopping at the nearest Alaska fishing lodge. There are so many packages available and so many offers that you surely will find one for your family.
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Sep
19
Recently I’ve talked with some people that think that the luxury cruise market is only for the uber-rich, or star-struck contest winners that wander around Titanic-like ships with first and third classes. They worry about dress codes, fork placement, the dreaded last-day invoice, and a whole host of possible faux-pas they could make while onboard, like stumbling into the Captain’s personal brandy stash, and being thrown overboard for “bad form”.
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Sep
19
Holidays in the Maldives
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Before booking a luxury holidays in the Maldives, or a cheap holiday in the Maldives, any hotel in the Maldives, or you might just be looking for any island hideaway in the Maldives, it is important that you know where you are going to, and what you will find when you get there.
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Sep
19
Sail the Panama Canal
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This incredible piece of human engineering, dreamt up by the ambitious King Charles V of Spain, took around 75,000 workers over 10 long years to complete and throughout the construction was beleaguered by a range of problems, from financial bankruptcy, very poor project management and serious outbreaks of malaria that killed many of the workers.
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