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Weather: The Perfect Storm?

The Perfect Storm?WeatherBlowing Cold and Hot: The Big OnesWinter Gone SouthBig-City SnowsStorm of the Century?The Greatest One of AllModern Winter of Deep SnowsGalveston Storm SurgeThe Great New…

Security a Big Concern in Sochi

Threat of terrorist attacks prompts heightened security measures   Sochi Seaport Related Links 2014 Winter Olympics Country Profile: RussiaSochiVladimir Putin The…

Modern Olympic Symbols and Traditions

Flames, doves, oaths, and more   Closing ceremonies in Nagano, Japan. Related Links 2014 Winter OlympicsMemorable Olympic MomentsBirth of the Modern OlympicsEncyclopedia:…

Alberto Tomba

Born: Dec. 19, 1966Italian alpine skier winner of 5 Olympic medals (3 gold, 2 silver); became 1st alpine skier to win gold medals in 2 consecutive Winter Games when he won the slalom and giant…

Midori Ito Biography

skaterBirthplace: Nagoya, JapanBest Known as: Japanese figure skater Ito started skating at age 5 and won her first of eight consecutive All-Japan Championships in…

Weather

Climate World and U.S. Climate Extremes Highest Temperatures by State Lowest Temperatures by State Maximum and Minimum Temperature Extremes Worst Weather of the Twentieth Century Weather…

Weather: Galveston Storm Surge

Galveston Storm SurgeWeatherBlowing Cold and Hot: The Big OnesWinter Gone SouthBig-City SnowsStorm of the Century?The Greatest One of AllModern Winter of Deep SnowsGalveston Storm SurgeThe Great New…

Famous Words About Books

What do books mean to you? People often have a lot to say about books. They talk about what they like and don't like as well as how books have influenced their lives. Do you agree with any of the…