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| Definition: | (noun) The time at which something is supposed to begin. |
| Synonyms: | commencement, offset, outset, showtime, start, beginning, kickoff, first |
| Usage: | She knew from the get-go that he was the man for her. |
  The Nepalese Royal MassacreOn June 1, 2001, Crown Prince Dipendra of Nepal opened fire on family members attending a royal party, killing his father, King Birendra, and 9 others before shooting himself. Dipendra remained in a coma for 3 days before succumbing to his wounds and was proclaimed king during that time. Because constitutional law and tradition prevented officials from accusing Dipendra of mass murder while he was alive, they initially claimed the shooting had been accidental. What was Dipendra's alleged motive? More... Discuss |
 The World Health Organization Is Established (1948)World Health Day is observed every year on April 7 to mark the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO), a UN agency whose main objective is to promote "the highest possible level of health" in all people. Coordinating international efforts to prevent, control, and treat illness, it has worked to successfully eradicate smallpox and has made notable strides in checking polio, leprosy, cholera, and malaria. What controversies have surrounded the WHO? More... Discuss |
 Eleanora Fagan, AKA Billie Holiday (1915)Despite a deeply troubled upbringing, Holiday became one of the most celebrated and influential singers in jazz history. She was also one of its most tragic figures. She debuted in the 1930s and, after performing with Benny Goodman, Count Basie, and Artie Shaw, embarked on a successful solo career. However, she suffered many personal setbacks, complicated by the drug addiction that eventually destroyed her career and hastened her death. How did she choose her stage name? More... Discuss |
 Happiness in marriage is entirely a matter of chance.Jane Austen (1775-1817) Discuss |
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Amor,
Many thanks for that great post. Unang salvo, uber galing! Saan ka pa! Hahaha! Hope to hear from you more. More power and welcome to da Barrio!
Salamat Reynz....Mukang madadalas ako sa barrio at masaya palang tumambay dun...
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