The first trimester of pregnancy involves many changes in the woman’s body, including hormone production, morning sickness, breast swelling, and fatigue. It’s important to take care of oneself during this time and discuss any concerns with a doctor. When a woman is pregnant, her body undergoes rapid changes that are usually quite noticeable, especially for […]
First trimester miscarriage is common, with 10-25% of known pregnancies resulting in miscarriage. Risk factors include age and environmental exposures, and chromosomal abnormalities are a common cause. Women who have had a single miscarriage can still have a healthy pregnancy in the future, but repeated miscarriages may require testing. Signs include bleeding, cramping, and nausea, […]
First mover advantage is the advantage gained by being the first company in a new market segment, allowing for control of resources and creation of barriers to entry. A careful review of strategic management is necessary to weigh the costs and benefits, and a first mover needs to generate or capitalize on the network effect […]
In his inaugural address, President Thomas Jefferson expresses gratitude for being chosen as the first executive officer of the United States, but admits that the task is beyond his talents. He calls for unity and encourages the government to uphold the principles of equal justice, peace, and friendship with all nations, support for state governments, […]
The age of a girl’s first menstrual period can vary, with some experiencing it as early as 8 or 9, while others may not until they are 13 or 14. The first period can be preceded by symptoms such as mood swings, fatigue, and bloating, but there are no absolutes. After the first period, cycles […]
First class tickets offer more space, smoother flights, gourmet food, and luxurious amenities, but come at a much higher price than economy, coach, or business class. Deals can be found by booking in advance or choosing flights with layovers. A first class ticket gives the traveler the chance to fly in style. There are many […]
The First Continental Congress met in 1774 in Philadelphia to discuss colonial rights and trade limitations with Britain. The colonists were angry with heavy taxes and laws imposed on them, leading to the Boston Tea Party and the Coercive Acts. The Congress created a list of grievances and rights, initiating a trade embargo if Britain […]
The First Battle of Bull Run was fought on July 21, 1861 near Manassas, Virginia. The Union army, led by Brigadier General Irvin McDowell, was divided into four divisions, while the Confederate army was less structured and consisted of two armies. Both sides planned to attack the other’s left flank, but McDowell’s attack was two […]
The New Deal was a set of US government programs introduced by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to help Americans affected by the Great Depression. The First New Deal was introduced in 1933, followed by the Second New Deal in 1934-1936. The programs aimed to stabilize the US economy, create jobs, and regulate industries. Some programs, […]
Ford adopts 40-hour workweek (1926), Empire State Building dedicated (1931), Citizen Kane debuts (1941), Illuminati founded (1776), Hong Kong Police born (1844), Wedgwood company founded (1759), Naomi Uemura reaches North Pole alone (1978), All China Federation of Trade Unions born (1925), Amtrak begins service (1971), Bush’s “Mission Accomplished” speech (2003). Ford Motor Company has adopted […]
The Salem witch hunt began in 1692, leading to the accusation of over 150 people for witchcraft and the execution of 19. Other events include the ratification of the Statute of the Confederation in 1781, the establishment of Yellowstone Park in 1872, and the birth of jazz musician Glenn Miller in 1904. The Salem witch […]
The US Census in 1790 counted 4 million people, while in 2010 the population was nearly 310 million. Other significant events include the deadliest shooting in US history in 1966, the last entry in Anne Frank’s diary in 1944, and the launch of MTV in 1981. The Panama Canal was bought by the US in […]
The US detonated the first hydrogen bomb in 1952, Puerto Rican nationalists attempted to assassinate President Truman in 1950, and Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling fresco was opened for public exhibition for the first time in 1512. Other events include the Mackinac Bridge opening in 1957 and the world’s largest radio telescope being used for the […]
Yosemite National Park established in 1890, Nuremberg Trials convict 24 war criminals in 1946, Free Speech Movement protests at University of California in 1964, Gorbachev becomes leader of Soviet Union in 1988, first compact disc player goes on sale in 1982, NASA established in 1958, Mensa International founded in 1946, Polly Klass kidnapping leads to […]
Daguerreotypes, the first public form of photography, were invented by French artist Louis Daguerre in collaboration with Joseph Niépce. Niépce took the first photograph in 1826, but Daguerre perfected the process, which was announced to the public in 1839. The process was released free worldwide, except in Great Britain where Daguerre had registered a patent. […]
April Fool’s Day became popular in England in the early 1700s. Nixon banned cigarette advertising in 1970, Hitler was sent to prison in 1924, and the BBC aired a spoof documentary about spaghetti trees in 1957. Cincinnati paid its firefighters a salary in 1853, and the internal combustion engine was patented in 1826. Apple was […]
The First Amendment to the US Constitution includes freedom of speech, press, religion, peaceful assembly, and petitioning the government. It was inspired by Enlightenment thinkers and added to the Constitution by James Madison with help from Thomas Jefferson. While there are exceptions to free speech and press, these rights are important for democracy and have […]
The Sony Walkman was sold in Japan in 1979, revolutionizing the music industry. The Ford Thunderbird was discontinued in 2005 after being produced since 1955. The first international telephone call was made between Canada and the US in 1881. The US Department of Justice was created in 1870. The “pay-as-you-go” tax program was instituted in […]
Khomeini returned to Iran (1979), Hollywood began as a Christian community (1887), and the Greensboro sit-ins began (1960). Other events include the establishment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (1920) and the debut of “Late Night with David Letterman” (1982). Ayatollah Khomeini has returned to Iran. (1979) Khomeini was in exile for 15 years before […]
Khomeini returned to Iran as religious and political leader for life (1979), the Supreme Court held its first meeting (1790), Hollywood was registered as a community (1887), the Oxford English Dictionary was published (1884), Roanoke was founded (1587), the Greensboro sit-ins began (1960), the Royal Canadian Mounted Police was established (1920), Nixon announced his candidacy […]
