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So why is the celebration of its 50th anniversary so bittersweet? Why, as we raise our glasses, are there tears in our eyes? The answer is simple: Brown, for all its glory, is something of a bust. Clearly Brown altered forever the political and social landscape of an insufficiently conscience-stricken nation. “Brown led to the sit-ins, the freedom marches… the Civil Rights Act of 1964… If you look at Brown as… the icebreaker that broke up… that frozen sea, then you will see it was an unequivocal success,” declared Jack Greenberg, former head of the NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund Inc....

It would have been just another Chicago street killing but for one fact: Rich, who used his mother’s surname, was the son of Bobby Rush, the onetime “defense minister” of the Black Panther Party in Illinois, who is now serving his fourth term as a U.S. congressman. The death of his son devastated Rush; a month later the lawmaker still breaks into tears trying to explain what could have happened....

Some 4,000 friends, relatives and Washington Post Company employees-including Vice President Dick Cheney, former President Bill Clinton, and a host of senators, governors, mayors, Supreme Court justices, former cabinet officials from both parties, and the cellist Yo-Yo Ma-packed the National Cathedral to celebrate the life of Katharine Graham, the longtime CEO and chairman of The Washington Post and a powerful fixture in the capital for 40 years. Graham died Tuesday from head injuries after falling on a sidewalk in Sun Valley, Idaho, at an annual conference of media and business leaders....

NEWSWEEK: It seems that Michelin has just named Tokyo the best food city in the world. Have you heard anything about it? Alain Senderens: I don’t think Michelin would have said that Tokyo is better. Tokyo has 35 million inhabitants. Michelin may have said that Tokyo has more three-star restaurants, which is normal, considering that Paris’s population is 10 million. There will always be three-star restaurants. But it’s not in the spirit of today....

Most charges made by elephants are mock charges. That is, the elephant is pretending to charge but is actually testing you out to see if you’re aggressive or a non-threat. [2] X Research source Being able to recognize the difference between an elephant who is making a mock charge and an elephant who is about to trample you may save your life. The more pronounced these displacement activities, the more likely the elephant is making a threatening show out of fear and has no intention to really charge....

Zen Jazz Classical Instrumental pieces, especially piano Nature sounds, such as rain, streams, and birdsong If you are worried about using real candles, consider using battery-operated ones instead. Many of the newer ones have a soft, flickering orange glow, just like a real candle. Some even come scented. You can also consider getting a Himalayan salt lamp. Some can be plugged in while others require a candle. They have a very soft glow and can help purify the air....

Reinforce these ideas with your child after you have finished speaking with another person. Let them know, “I like listening to this person because I get to learn new things when they talk to me. ” Likewise, if you catch yourself demonstrating less-than-ideal behavior in front of your child, don’t be afraid to call yourself out. Let your child know, “It was rude of me to interrupt this person while they were talking....

You should have at least a couple of tracks from a metal band in your recently played playlist. Metallica Megadeth Slayer Death Judas Priest Pantera[1] X Research source Metalcore includes bands like Trivium, Parkway Drive, Killswitch Engage, Bullet For My Valentine, Poison The Well, and Motionless In White. A list of a few bands and their respective subgenres are in the tips section. However, there is one exception to this rule....

The clamp-on meter will give you a reading in “ohms,” which is the unit of measurement for resistance. It may be signified with the symbol “Ω” on the meter. A clamp-on meter allows you to check the resistance of an installed ground rod without disconnecting it from the electrical supply. [3] X Research source Working with electricity can be dangerous! If you don’t have the right tool or aren’t sure how to use it, contact an experienced electrician or lineman for help....

HPV genital warts appear in a variety of forms. They may be flat lesions or small, cauliflower-like bumps. Genital warts usually appear around the penis or scrotum in men. In women, genital warts usually appear on the vulva but may also appear near the anus, on the cervix, or inside the vagina. While these are the most common areas of appearance, HPV warts can appear anywhere on the body including non-genital areas....

There are no nationwide laws banning the use of tow straps. It’s recommended that you only use tow straps for short trips or in off-road settings. This will help you position the tow vehicle properly. Do not use a tow rope with a knot or tangle in it. This will not only leave you stranded, but it can also be very dangerous. You can purchase a new tow rope at your local auto parts store if the one you have is damaged....

If you do not train your Springer in the right way, they can become pushy and obnoxious instead of affectionate, loving, and loyal. [2] X Trustworthy Source American Kennel Club The American Kennel Club (AKC) is a purebred dog pedigree registry in the United States. The AKC advocates for the responsible ownership of dogs and promotes purebred dog events, such as the Westminster Dog Show. Go to source This will show your dog that doing the right thing brings pleasant things....

Discuss the option of using a synthetic feline pheromone spray with your cat’s veterinarian. This may also be a useful option for helping your cat’s stress levels during and leading up to transport. [4] X Research source Stressed out cats will often yowl or meow loudly, so make sure that you are prepared for this. Do not raise your voice or become angry with your cat. This can reinforce an already nervous cat’s anxieties and fears....

If you experience swelling, tenderness, or a burning sensation, discontinue home waxing and consider getting waxed by a professional instead. Do not apply ice to your skin for longer than 20 minutes at a time. After removing the ice pack, wait until your skin has warmed up and normal sensation has returned before re-applying. [3] X Research source Cleansers made from colloidal oatmeal have anti-inflammatory properties, so they are especially helpful for calming irritated skin....

First-degree burns only impact the top layer of skin. These burns do no blister. Though they may be painful, they often heal in under a week, and do not scar. Second-degree burns extend beneath the top layer of the skin into the dermis. These burns usually blister, and cause pink, moist injuries that may heal with some scarring. Third-degree burns extend all the way through the dermis. They may or may not have blisters, and often appear white, brown, bright red, or black....

Red meat (beef and liver) Poultry (chicken and turkey) Seafood Cereals and breads fortified with iron Legumes (peas; lentils; white, red, and baked beans; soybeans; and chickpeas) Tofu Dried fruits (prunes, raisins, and apricots) Spinach and other dark green leafy vegetables Prune juice Vitamin C helps your body absorb iron, so your doctor will likely recommend that you drink a glass of orange juice or consume foods high in vitamin C along with your iron supplement....

Do not give aspirin or aspirin-containing medication to treat fever or other symptoms of the chickenpox. Taking aspirin while you have the chickenpox can cause Reye’s syndrome, which affects the liver and brain and can be fatal. [1] X Trustworthy Source Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Main public health institute for the US, run by the Dept. of Health and Human Services Go to source Talk to your doctor about ibuprofen use....

Remember, you can’t repair split ends. You can only minimize their appearance. Deep repair Hair repair treatment Restorative Split end cream/mender Pure oil treatment This treatment will coat the ends of your hair, sealing the split ends. However, keep in mind that they aren’t repaired and the treatment is temporary. In fact, using the treatment too often can further damage your hair. Avocado oil is moisturizing, making it ideal for dry and frizzy hair....

A chancre, which is a small sore that appears near your mouth, anus, penis, or vagina. This is typically associated with swollen lymph nodes in the groin area. A rash that starts on your torso and then spreads to the rest of your body, including palms and soles which is indicative of the secondary stage of syphilis Warts around the mouth and/or genitals. Muscle aches Fever Sore throat Swollen lymph nodes...

Do not resort to force if the tick doesn’t come out easily. Try your best to remove the tick as gently as possible. [2] X Research source If you have it, apply a topical antibacterial cream like Neosporin to clean the bite out. If you’ve save it, bring the body of the tick with you for identification. Red “bulls-eye” rash around the location of the bite. Fever, chills. Joint pain. Swollen lymph nodes....