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Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Top 10 Peaceful Men

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Comments on the "Evil People" Lists have often called for a list of great people. I have researched 10 outstandingly good men, many of whom are very famous. I have listed them here. As it was said in The "Top 10 Most Evil Men List", Evil people are abundant. On the other hand, good is a little harder to find. If you disagree with the list, or have any omissions (of which I'm sure there are many ), please comment. I hope you like this list.


10. Baha'u'llah

According to the Baha'i religion, Baha'u'llah was born in 1817, a member of one of the great patrician families of Persia. The family could trace its lineage to the ruling dynasties of Persia's imperial past, and was endowed with wealth and vast estates. Turning His back on the position at court which these advantages offered Him, Baha'u'llah became known for His generosity and kindliness which made Him deeply loved among His countrymen. 
This privileged position did not long survive Baha'u'llah's announcement of support for the message of the Báb. Engulfed in the waves of violence unleashed upon the Bábis after the Báb's execution Baha'u'llah suffered not only the loss of all His worldly endowments but was subjected to imprisonment, torture and a series of banishments. The first was to Baghdad, where, in 1863, He announced Himself as the One promised by the Báb. From Baghdad, Baha'u'llah was sent to Constantinople, to Adrianople and finally to Acre, in the Holy Land, where He arrived as a prisoner, in 1868. 
From Adrianople and later from Acre, Baha'u'llah addressed a series of letters to the rulers of His day that are among the most remarkable documents in religious history. They proclaimed the coming unification of humanity, and the emergence of a world civilization. The kings, emperors and presidents of the nineteenth century were called upon to reconcile their differences, curtail their armaments, and devote their energies to the establishment of universal peace. 
Baha'u'llah passed away at Bahji, just north of Acre, and is buried there. His teachings had already begun to spread beyond the confines of the Middle East, and His Shrine is today the focal point of the world community which these teachings have brought into being.


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Top 10 Korean Foods You Want To Try

0 comments Posted by eightq at 7:46 AM

This article was written by me as a guest article on KoreaTaste.org – the intention of the article is for me to win a trip to Korea where I can learn more about Korean food. Please visit the article and give it the thumbs up to help me achieve this dream! I have also written another article there which you may like called Making The Switch to Korean Food. Note: registration is not required. I decided to publish the article here as well because it is in the format we all love and it doesn't hurt to have a second list on one day from time to time!

All images are of my attempts to follow the recipes linked below. The recipes are easy to follow and each one is incredibly delicious. If you can make these dishes you should because home cooking is always best, but if it is not possible, be sure to try them all out at your local Korean restaurant. You should also note that the recipes all contain videos of the cooking process.

The Korean culture is quite unique in its approach to food. Food seems to permeate every aspect of life. If you have watched a Korean drama or movie you will undoubtedly have noticed that in at least one scene someone is eating. There are even entire films and dramas based around Korean cuisine. For Koreans food is much more than something to fill the belly – it provides taste, medicine, and a connection to the country. Below I have listed ten dishes that, in my opinion, are truly the most delicious; these are foods that every Westerner will love as much as Koreans.



10. Soondubu Jiggae


Soft Tofu Stew – 순두부 찌개

Soondubu jiggae is a Korean stew (jiggae) – thicker than a soup but thinner than a porridge. When cooked in the traditional way (in an earthenware pot – pictured above) all of the cooking is done in just the one dish. This makes it very easy to clean up afterwards – a job we all hate. It starts with a delicious fish stock and a little beef to deepen the flavor then finished off with fresh shell fish, hot pepper flakes, silken tofu, and eggs which are optional. The best thing about this stew is that you – the cook – can control how hot you want it but limiting the quantity of hot pepper flakes. You can have it blisteringly hot or very mild which is particularly handy if you are cooking for children who can't stomach their food too spicy. The small amount of beef is typical of Korean food and illustrates how healthy it is – the meat is used for flavor rather than stomach filling. This is a dish everyone should try – it is really one of the nicest ways to introduce someone to tofu which picks up all of the flavors of the stew whileadding a soft comforting texture. Eat it with rice and side dishes for a complete meal.

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Thursday, June 2, 2011

10 Countries with the Most Facebook Users

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Based on the web analytics firm comScore, Facebook’s market share in some countries is extremely high. Facebook dominates the market in these countries.

Toping on the number one slot where social networking is one of the most active web-based activities is the Philippines, with Filipinos being declared as the most active users on a number of web-based social network sites. 

The use of social networking website has become so extensive in the Philippines that the country has been tagged as "The Social Networking Capital of the World," and has also become part of Filipino cyberculture. Social networking is also used in the Philippines as a form of election campaign material, as well as tools to aid criminal investigation.

1. Philippines

Facebook: 93.9%

Internet Use: 29.7%

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Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Top 10 Best Swimming Beaches in the United States

0 comments Posted by eightq at 9:11 AM

01. Siesta Beach

Siesta Beach in Sarasota, Fla., rates as the top beach in the United States,  Siesta Beach, with its fine, white sand and clear, warm waters, often makes the cut on Dr. Beach’s annual top beaches list, but this is its first year in the No. 1 spot. For 2011 here is the list of top ten best beaches of America according to coastal expert Stephen P. Leatherman. “Dr. Beach,” as Leatherman is known, is the director of Florida International University’s Laboratory for Coastal Research. 09 more top 10 best swimming beaches in the United States, after the break...

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Monday, May 30, 2011

12 Things That Were Discovered Accidentally

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1. Viagra

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Sunday, May 29, 2011

Top Ten Armies in the World 2011

0 comments Posted by eightq at 10:49 AM

Nearly every country in the world has its own army to protect its interests against internal and external enemies. The top ten armies of the world were chosen based on their military history, current operations and size of force as well as their reputation as a military force. Most of these armies were involved in the major conflicts of the modern day world including World War I, World War II and the Korean War. In addition, many of these armies have been involved in conflicts fighting for their own country’s independence.

#10: Pakistan

Pakistan’s Army was founded in 1947 and maintains a force of over 500,000 strong who have all volunteered for service.
Pakistan’s military history includes conflicts with its bordering neighbors of Afghanistan and India, the Gulf War and Mogadishu, Somalia in the early 90s.
Pakistan has also served as an ally to the United States in the Global War on Terrorism by assisting in fighting the Taliban and Al-Qaeda in Afghanistan and along the border of Pakistan. 

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Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Top 10 World's Most Amazing Railway Stations

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1. Berlin Hauptbahnhof (Germany)

Berlin Hauptbahnhof (Berlin Central Station) is one of the biggest and most beautiful railway stations in Europe.

An architectural wonder, it is Europe’s largest two-level railway station with 14 platforms and 80 retail stores. It was inaugurated on May 26, 2006.

Located on the site of the historic Lehrter Bahnhof, the station is operated by DB Station & Service, a subsidiary of Deutsche Bahn AG.

Classified as a Category 1 station, it is one of twenty stations in Germany and third in Berlin.

The building in Spreebogen combines striking architecture with the mobility requirements of the 21st century.

Every day around 1,100 long-distance, regional and rapid transit trains call at the 14 platforms on two different levels.

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Monday, May 16, 2011

Top 10 Richest Indians 2010

0 comments Posted by eightq at 9:43 AM

10. Gautam Adani

Started just in 1988, the Adani group has climbed up the ladder fast to reach forefront of business in commodities trading and expanded to infrastructure and energy. Its chairman Gutam Adani is our tenth richest person.

Net Worth: $6 Billion

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Friday, May 6, 2011

Top 10 Hardest Working Countries of the World

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10. Slovenia

 Average Hours Worked: 8.15

Slovenia rounds out the top 10 in terms of average hours worked among the population of OECD member states, possibly as a result of the fact that Slovenians do three hours and 51 minutes of unpaid work each day, 24 minutes more than the OECD average. Slovenia also has the lowest income inequality in OECD and the ninth – lowest relative income poverty rate at 7.8 percent of its population. Slovenia registered a big fall in infant mortality in the last generation and has the second lowest rate in the OECD of 2.1 per 1,000 live births, just after Luxembourg. But the country is rated in the highest third of the OECD for perceived corruption and the lowest third for confidence in national institutions. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development’s (OECD) released its ‘Society at a Glance’ survey, which investigated the number of hours the population of its member countries spent in both paid and unpaid work (defined as working at home or doing volunteer work), as well as how much time people spent in leisure activities. Lets take a look at which countries are among the world’s busiest and hardest-working nations? 09 more countries after the break...

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Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Top 10 Healthiest Fruits

0 comments Posted by eightq at 9:42 AM

01. Strawberries

 

Strawberries have high levels of ellagic acid and anthocyanins, and are rich in vitamin C (95 mg per cup) and fiber (3.8 g per cup). Fruits provide lots vitamins and carbohydrates to nourish the body and also add variety to the diet. Apples are a great source of vitamin C, they prevents the growth of harmful bacteria and help fight cancer. Bananas are handy for problems like constipation and diarrhea. Blueberries have a number of health benefits including anti-cancerous, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. Mango are other sources of vitamin C. Research has also indicated that these fruits are beneficial for arthritis and other anti-inflammatory conditions because they have a cooling affect on the body. Here are top ten healthiest fruits to keep you fresh, healthy and full of life. 09 more after the break...

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Tuesday, April 5, 2011

10 Foods that Makes You Young

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10.) Garlic

Garlic are powerful anti-aging food. It has been linked to many health benefits including heart health and immunity. Raw garlic is used by some to treat the symptoms of acne and there is some evidence that it can assist in managing high cholesterol levels. It can even be effective as a natural mosquito repellent.

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