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The ability to remain and travel underwater for an extended period of time has long been a dream for a good portion of mankind, perhaps second only to that of flying. The first “submersible” may have been a kind of glass container made for Alexander the Great so that he could observe undersea life firsthand. Despite this early attempt, fate decreed the idea of traveling beneath the surface of the water would lie fallow for nearly another 2,000 years after this experiment in about 332 B. C. Alexander’s death the next year effectively squashed any further developments.

Q-World 3: Playing with Fire. Everything and everyone seems to be conspiring against Ben – and all he did was promise a girl the strongest monster in Q-World: a dragon. Ben isn't facing simple obstacles, but entire boulders, as the AI bombards him with one nearly impossible quest after another. He's also confronted for the first time with the cutthroat competition between players and becomes increasingly entangled in Obre, the city of cities, with promises to people he'd better not let down.

Unlike a typical interview show, The Good Leadership Podcast is a space to think together about what truly drives performance. Each episode explores big ideas from influential books, researchers, and practitioners, and examines what actually drives learning, decision-making, and achievement in the real world. And while many podcasts offer inspiration, this one goes a step further, pairing inspiration with ideas designed to transfer into how people think, decide, and perform when it matters most.

In December 1942, patrol flights launched from Henderson Field on Guadalcanal and U.S. fleet carriers encountered a significant threat the Japanese were diligently constructing a well-camouflaged airfield at Munda on New Georgias northern tip. This new airfield not only jeopardized the ongoing Allied efforts to secure Guadalcanal but also demanded urgent action. Reports from U.S. pilots indicated another airfield nearing completion on Kolombangara, just across the Kula Gulf from New Georgia. In response to these emerging dangers, Operation Toenails was meticulously planned, aiming to capture ...

Dive into the captivating history of The Great War (World War I) with this engaging resource designed specifically for seventh and eighth-grade students. Explore the European events that set the stage for the conflict, understand the motivations behind Americas entry into the war, and reflect on the wars lasting impact on future generations. (Summary by James Christopher)

In the three decades leading up to the Pacific War, the United States dedicated significant effort to envisioning what a conflict with Japan might entail. However, the reality of the Pacific War diverged sharply from these meticulously crafted plans, particularly War Plan Orange. Both American and Japanese strategies were heavily influenced by Alfred Thayer Mahans theories on sea power and decisive battles, despite the absence of such climactic naval confrontations in the Great War. The Pacific War further strayed from the Naval War Colleges expectations, as battleships were quickly ...

In this engaging exploration, British historian Charles Merivale delves into the tumultuous transformation that led to the rise of a singular ruler over the Roman Republic. Meet the cast of characters that shaped this pivotal era the ineffectual Pompeius, the astute military and political strategist Julius Caesar, the steadfast Cato, the audacious yet reckless Marcus Antonius, the eloquent yet tragic Cicero, the incomparable Cleopatra, and the cunning young Octavius, who emerges as the shrewd survivor of this legendary power struggle. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)

Dive into a whimsical collection of offbeat tales, where the extraordinary meets the everyday. From the enchanting story of a freshwater mermaid to other quirky narratives, each story invites you on a journey through the unexpected. - Summary by Amy Gramour

Originally published in 1866 as part of the Christmas edition of Dickenss magazine, All the Year Round, Mugby Junction is a captivating anthology that weaves together an array of stories, each rich with distinct characters and themes. From heartfelt tales of family and compassion to eerie encounters with the supernatural, this collection highlights Charles Dickenss exceptional storytelling alongside contributions from other talented authors. Dickens himself presents the first four stories, including the chilling ‘The Signalman.’ Readers will also enjoy Andrew Halliday’s ‘The Engine ...

This podcast is about the oral arguments of cases at the United States Supreme Court.My desire is to bring closer to you Supreme Court arguments that eventually lead to landmark decisions. Enjoy!

In the wake of the Civil War, African Americans attained freedom from chattel slavery, but continued to suffer discrimination both legal in the form of Jim Crow laws and de facto in the continued perception among the vast majority of white Americans that African Americans were at the very least inferior and at the most a constant dangerous presence in their communities who must be carefully controlled.

Judgment of the Supreme Court of the United States of America

Chicago sports, raw and unfiltered—from the outside. Welcome to Outside The Chi, the ultimate all-Chicago sports podcast that covers the Bears, Bulls, Cubs, Sky, Blackhawks, and White Sox like no other. Hosted by JC & Charles McCary, this show delivers bold takes, real analysis, and no-holds-barred opinions from a perspective outside the city limits. No homer bias, no sugarcoating—just straight-up sports talk that tells it like it is. If you love Chicago sports but can handle the truth, this is the podcast for you. Tune in, turn up, and get ready to see The Chi from the outside. 🎙🔥 ...

Victory is calling, and tonight is your moment! 🔥Join us at Consonance as we step into a prophetic space to declare God’s promises over our lives, align our hearts with His plans, and position ourselves for a triumphant start to 2026.Drawing from Hebrews 13:5-6 and 2 Corinthians 4:13, tonight is a moment to boldly stand on God’s Word, release faith in action, and open doors for divine favor and breakthrough!Don’t miss it!

Many soldiers enlisted from bustling urban environments have spent their lives under the glow of street lamps, making the darkness of the battlefield daunting. Initially, these men may feel disoriented, startled by shadows and clumsy on even ground, overwhelmed by nerves. However, with careful, personalized training, they can learn to move confidently together in complete darkness. Once they build this confidence, further instruction becomes a much simpler task.

Oliver Twist é um menino órfão que perdeu sua mãe ao nascer e cresce em uma paróquia. Aos 10 anos retorna ao asilo de pobres onde nasceu, lá Oliver é castigado e encaminhado para ser aprendiz em uma funerária, onde é muito maltratado e por isso decide fugir. Em Londres, conhece John Dawkins, que lhe oferece abrigo e comida, ingenuamente Oliver o segue e se envolve em uma gangue de ladrões. Qual será o destino deste pobre menino?

Cinderella is the story of an orphan girl subjected to the tyranny of her evil stepmother and her two stepsisters, who manages to find the strength to wake up and empower herself. A classic revisited that preserves the beauty, magic and characters of the original story. Enjoy this wonderfully produced fairy tale, narrated by professional actors and set with music and sound effects.

The unblinking story of two lost and self-destructive drifters - a failed painter working as a counterman in a cheap diner and a woman in flight from domestic violence - trying to find a place for themselves in the back streets of San Francisco, Pick-Up is hardboiled writing at its nihilistic best.

Charles Capps' book, God's Creative Power Will Work for You, reveals the basic principles of faith. Your faith is released with your words. He provides teachings on the power of your words as well as a list of verses you can stand on and confess, in order to live victoriously. This book contains faith confessions for wisdom, comfort, strength, health, and more.

The man known to most of the world as Emperor Hirohito ruled during some of the most tumultuous years in Japanese history. When he came to the throne in 1926, he inherited control of a country which had only recently emerged as a major industrial and world power. Through the aggressive expansion and wars of the 1930s, Hirohito was at the head of one of the world’s foremost powers. Throughout the maelstrom of World War II, he remained in power, a distant and, to most outsiders, inscrutable factor in the rise of the Japanese Empire.