Jean Rhys was a 20th-century writer from Dominica, best known for her novel Wide Sargasso Sea. Her work was a postcolonial, feminist response to Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre. Rhys lived a Bohemian lifestyle and her first four novels were promoted by Ford Maddox Ford. Wide Sargasso Sea was published in 1966 and Rhys received the […]
The Aztecs were a Mesoamerican people who established a vast empire based on tribute and military conquests. Their society was advanced, but included practices such as ritual human sacrifice. They originated in Aztlan and migrated south, eventually founding Tenochtitlan. The empire was divided into nobility and commoners, with a strong emphasis on education. Agriculture was […]
A renal angiogram is an imaging study of the arteries that supply blood to the kidneys, used to identify areas of abnormality that may require intervention. The procedure involves injecting contrast material into the renal artery and capturing images with a fluoroscopy or radiography machine. It may be contraindicated for patients with slow clotting blood, […]
Design courses teach specific areas of design, such as graphic design, interior design, and website design. They focus on techniques, software, color theory, and spatial relationships to create functional and aesthetically pleasing designs for commercial products, spaces, and websites. There are many different types of design courses, although they are usually aimed at helping someone […]
Options trading strategies can be bullish, bearish, or neutral, with various call and put combinations forming the basis of these strategies. Traders must understand the risks and rewards before entering the options market. Smart Asset offers free educational resources. Options trading strategy can be classified into three distinct categories: bullish, bearish, and neutral. Options are […]
Engineering economics applies economic principles to engineering projects, ensuring technical and economic feasibility. Time value of money, present/future value analysis, and annual cost analysis are used to compare costs and determine viability. Cost benefit analysis and breakeven analysis are used in government and manufacturing engineering, respectively. Depreciation can also be calculated. Engineering economics is a […]
Horcruxes are objects containing a piece of a wizard’s soul, created by committing an evil act. Voldemort created seven, and Harry must destroy them to defeat him. Two have been destroyed, and the remaining five are likely hidden in objects belonging to the founders of Hogwarts. The creation of horcruxes makes a wizard less human […]
Insuring and ensuring are often used interchangeably, but insuring is specifically for preparing for something bad to happen, while ensuring is for making sure something happens or doesn’t happen. Assure is for guaranteeing something. Insurance policies guarantee payments in case of injury, illness, or death. The difference between insuring and insuring is subtle, especially when […]
Ferdinand Marcos was the President of the Philippines from 1966 to 1986. He was a law student who was convicted of murder but later won an appeal. He claimed to be a guerrilla leader during World War II, but this is disputed. His first term as President was successful, but his second term was marred […]
Accommodative insufficiency is a condition where people struggle to focus on nearby objects, causing eye strain and discomfort. It is different from presbyopia and can be caused by medications, diseases, or eye problems. Treatment includes managing underlying conditions and vision therapy. Accommodative insufficiency (AI) is a condition in which people have difficulty focusing on nearby […]
Mountain guides offer guided tours to groups of travelers and go through a rigorous certification process. The International Federation of Mountain Guide Associations provides a standardized form of training. Guides require a vast skill set, including medical training and advanced climbing training. Some guides do additional training in specific areas. They can choose to operate […]
The Series 65 exam qualifies investment advisers to provide investment advice and services for a fee. It consists of 140 questions, with 130 graded questions needed to pass. Passing the exam is the first step in becoming licensed to work as an Investment Advisor Representative. The Series 65 is an exam given to investment advisers […]
Market prices of goods are affected by supply, demand, competition, and substitutes. Other factors like exchange rates, environmental concerns, and political instability also play a role. The level of supply and demand, competition, and availability of substitutes are the main factors affecting market prices. Factors affecting the market price of goods include supply, demand, competition […]
“The hoosegow” is a slang term for jail, originating from the Spanish word “juzgado.” It is used to differentiate from a prison, which is designed for long-term confinement. People are typically in jail for short periods and may be released or transferred to a prison if convicted of a crime. At some point in nearly […]
Rare books can be hard to obtain and expensive due to high demand or limited availability. Books can become rare due to age, nature, misprints, inclusions, or controversial content. Collectors seek first editions, signed copies, and books belonging to famous people. Collecting rare books can be rewarding but risky, as some sellers may forge autographs […]
Lord Byron was a prominent English Romantic poet known for his passionate love, melancholy temperament, and nationalistic fervor. He inherited his title at age 10 and began writing poetry as a teenager. He had scandalous affairs and relationships, including with his half-sister, and married briefly. Byron spent time in Italy and was involved in the […]
Thyroid problems may run in families and are linked to factors beyond genetics. Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis can affect production, but not all with abnormal levels have these diseases. Heredity is not always clear cut, but those with a family history should get checked regularly. Women over 50 are at increased risk. Answering the […]
To become a dance instructor, one must train as a dancer, complete instructor training, and find a job. Career options for dancers are limited and vary by dance type. Dance instructors are typically former dancers and there are many training options available. Opportunities for career advancement are limited and it is difficult to make a […]
An insurance period is an option for annuities where the beneficiary receives regular payments over a specified number of years, providing a steady stream of income and tax benefits. However, if the beneficiary outlives the payment period, they may experience a significant drop in income. A insurance period is an option offered with many types […]
Related party transactions occur between parties with a relationship, creating potential conflicts of interest. Publicly traded companies must disclose them. Decisions on such transactions consider benefits, value, and legality. Non-reporting companies may transact with related parties, but it can be criticized. A related party transaction is a business transaction conducted between two parties who have […]
