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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:…

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…

Murry, John Middleton

(Encyclopedia) Murry, John Middleton, 1889–1957, English critic and editor. In 1919 he became editor of the Athenaeum and in 1923 founded his own review, the Adelphi, with which he was associated…

Orrery, Charles Boyle, 4th earl of

(Encyclopedia) Orrery, Charles Boyle, 4th earl ofOrrery, Charles Boyle, 4th earl ofŏrˈərē [key], 1676–1731, English nobleman; grandson of the 1st earl of Orrery. He succeeded his brother as earl in…

Fox, Paula

(Encyclopedia) Fox, Paula, 1923–, American writer, b. New York City. Fox's six cooly acute novels reflect her own life, particularly her miserable childhood and its psychological aftermath. Poor…

Pilobolus Dance Theater

(Encyclopedia) Pilobolus Dance TheaterPilobolus Dance Theaterpīläbˈələs [key], innovative modern dance company formed (1971) by Moses Pendleton, Jonathan Wolken, Lee Harris, and Robby Barnett from a…

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…

Bud Greenspan

Born: Sept. 18, 1926Filmmaker specializing in the Olympic Games has won Emmy awards for 22-part “The Olympiad” (1976-77) and historical vignettes for ABC-TV's coverage of 1980 Winter Games; won…