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(Encyclopedia) relics, part of the body of a saint or a thing closely connected with the saint in life. In traditional Christian belief they have had great importance, and miracles have often been…Rio Treaty
(Encyclopedia) Rio Treaty (Inter-American Treaty of Reciprocal Assistance), signed Sept. 2, 1947, and originally ratified by all 21 American republics. Under the treaty, an armed attack or threat of…2006 National Society of Film Critics Awards
Best Picture:Pan's LabyrinthBest Actor:Forest Whitaker, The Last King of Scotland Best Actress:Helen Mirren, The QueenBest Supporting Actor:Mark Wahlberg, The DepartedBest Supporting Actress:…Malchus
(Encyclopedia) MalchusMalchusmălˈkəs [key], in the New Testament, servant of the high priest; Jesus healed him after Peter cut off his ear.Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
(Encyclopedia) Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, accredited institution of higher education; in New York City; coeducational; chartered and opened in 1859. Founded by Peter Cooper…Charles of Valois
(Encyclopedia) Charles of ValoisCharles of Valoisvälwäˈ [key], 1270–1325, French prince and military leader, third son of Philip III and father of Philip VI. He dominated the reign in France of his…Danilo I
(Encyclopedia) Danilo I (Danilo Petrović-Njegoš)Danilo Idänēˈlō [key], 1670?–1735, last elected prince-bishop (vladika) of Montenegro (1696–1735) and founder of the Petrović-Njegoš dynasty. After…Fabergé, Peter Carl
(Encyclopedia) Fabergé, Peter CarlFabergé, Peter Carlfäbĕrzhāˈ [key], 1846–1920, Russian goldsmith and jeweler, b. St. Petersburg. Sometimes described as a latter-day Cellini, he was descended from…Newcastle, town, Canada
(Encyclopedia) Newcastle, town (1991 pop. 5,711), E central N.B., Canada, on the Miramichi River. Located in a lumbering region, it has sawmills and a large pulp mill. Newcastle was the birthplace of…Kuiper belt
(Encyclopedia) Kuiper belt: see comet; Kuiper, Gerard Peter.Trending
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