What’s it all about? Russian Language Day was first started by the UN Education, Scientific and cultural Organization, otherwise known as UNESCO. First celebrated on June 6th 2010, it is part of a larger initiative of language appreciation by UNESCO to celebrate language diversity. As one of six official languages of the UN (being on the security council and all), Russian is an important language on the international stage.
Above all, Russian Language Day celebrates cultural diversity and brings the cold of the Siberian tundra and the beauty of the Saint Basil cathedral closer to those of us who have not yet had the pleasure to visit.
We’ve gotten used to seeing princesses and first ladies in conservative, official clothing that corresponds to their status. But they need some rest too, and like all of us they like to spend their holidays at the beach. The best thing is that they even look excellent wearing a swimsuit and they still manage to hold themselves with royal dignity.
Bright Side would like to show you some photos where the power ladies of the planet can be seen in bikinis and other light clothing.
Welsh Methodists and other Christian non-conformists criticised the Mari Lwyd in the 19th century. The Blaenau Gwent-based Baptist minister, Reverend William Roberts, called her "sinful" in his 1852 book, The Religion Of The Dark Ages, although he also transcribed twenty verses of the Mari's performance, helping to disseminate the tradition. In the 1930s and 1940s, Welsh folklorist Iorwerth Peate found the practice still alive in Cardiff, Bridgend, Llangynwyd, Neath and other parts of Glamorgan, despite fears that it was starting to die.
Most voters who have an opinion expect UKIP to win the Clacton by-election – and 36% of those who voted Conservative in 2010 say they would vote for UKIP if they lived thereFormer Conservative MP Douglas Carswell defected to UKIP on Thursday, resigning as an MP and forcing a by-election in the seat of Clacton, Essex. If he is voted back in he will be the first elected UKIP MP in the House of Commons.
“WARNING! Monster ahead!” Not the best thing to see written on an old wooden sign at the entrance to the rainforest you just ran into. You’re a professional treasure hunter and wildlife explorer. Right now, you’re being chased by some mean-looking poachers. But those guys are amateurs. You dart left, hide, then run again. Works every time. Why were those guys shouting so much?
Back to business. For several years now, you’ve been on a quest for a pirate’s chest. Inside: a 300-year-old royal medallion.
Population: 1.25 million (approx.) Five Fascinating Facts: 1. Glasgow, Scotland’s biggest city, used to build 20% of the world’s shipping 2. The 18th century village of New Lanark is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is one of the birthplaces of Britain’s Industrial Revolution 3. In 1789, some 40 years before London, Glasgow became the first city in Britain to establish its own police force 4. Paisley, Glasgow’s next-door neighbour, boasts the highest concentration of listed buildings in Scotland outside of Edinburgh 5.
Willie Robertson is an American television personality, businessman, and author. He is known for the reality TV series Buck Commander and Duck Dynasty. He is the chief executive officer of Duck Commander, his father's multi-million dollar company. In 2014, he won the Grace Award for the Most Inspiring Performance in television. Discover Willie Robertson's net worth and his income streams.
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