The Australian Bush is an underdeveloped area that is not as remote as the Outback. It was originally filled with bushes and native trees, and served as a habitat for native plants and animals. The area was unfamiliar to European settlers and is associated with wilderness and self-reliance. Despite its hostile conditions, the Bush supports […]
A scrub hammer is a tool used by artists and construction workers to add texture to stone or concrete. It can be a power or hand hammer with a metal head that has rows of spikes. Bush-hammering is useful for making stone floors non-slip and is commonly used in masonry. A scrub hammer is a […]
The Bush Doctrine is a set of ideas relating to US foreign policy, including the right to declare preemptive war. It was formulated after 9/11 and codified in the United States National Security Strategy. It includes the idea of preemptive military action and is often at odds with the Reagan Doctrine. The Bush Doctrine is […]
Red bush tea is a South African herbal tea made from the leaves of the rooibos plant. It is caffeine-free, rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, and has many health benefits. The tea has a mild, slightly sweet taste and can be consumed with milk or honey. It is prepared by steeping dried rooibos leaves […]
The Hanukkah bush is not a Hebrew version of a Christmas tree, but rather a controversial tradition in Judaism. While some embrace it, others find it offensive as it hints at Christmas. Christmas trees are associated with Christianity, while Hanukkah bushes may have non-religious ornaments. Some Jews observe the tradition, particularly in Reform or Reconstructionist […]
George W. Bush is the 43rd President of the United States, born in Connecticut in 1946. He attended Yale and Harvard, served in the Texas Air National Guard, and worked in the oil industry before entering politics. He was governor of Texas from 1995 to 2000 and won the presidency in 2000 and 2004. George […]
George HW Bush was the 41st US President, with a record of service dating back decades. He served in the Navy during WWII, was elected to the House of Representatives, and was appointed Director of Central Intelligence. He served as Vice President under Reagan and won the presidency in 1988. His presidency was marked by […]
Vannevar Bush was an American engineer, scientist, politician, and visionary who made vital contributions to academia, industry, and government. He played a pivotal role in transitioning the US from wartime research to civilian research, and his work influenced many scientists, including Claude Shannon and Douglas Englebart. Bush was a professor at MIT, developed the differential […]
The proverb “A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush” advises to stick with what you have instead of pursuing something uncertain. It originated in Latin and warns against greed. The concept can be applied to various life situations, including gambling. Game theory analysis can help determine the relative values of the […]
“Beating around the bush” is an idiom meaning to avoid a topic indirectly. It originated from a hunting technique to avoid dangerous animals. Avoiding direct discussion can have negative consequences in the workplace, relationships, and parenting. When someone avoids a topic of conversation by distraction or using other avoidance techniques, it can be said that […]
A bush pilot is a certified aviator who specializes in flying small aircraft in adverse weather conditions to remote areas. They typically use skis, floats or oversized tires to take off and land in inaccessible terrain. Bush flying refers to flying into undeveloped areas with no signs of civilization. The most common job for a […]
