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LGBT - what does the abbreviation mean, and what is the LGBT movement

LGBT - what does the abbreviation mean, and what is the LGBT movement

2025-06-01 05:06

A couple of decades ago, the term LGBT appeared, which means "lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender" for short. The first three positions refer to a person's sexual orientation, the fourth to their gender identity

Fashion Museum in Moscow: history of creation, exhibitions, address, how to get there

Fashion Museum in Moscow: history of creation, exhibitions, address, how to get there

2025-06-01 05:06

The Fashion Museum in Moscow: when and why did it appear? Where is he located? Who is working on the replenishment of funds? These and other questions are answered in their reviews by visitors who have already visited an unusual museum

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Field chamomile odorous

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What associations do you have when you listen to the song "Wildflowers"? Surely many of the first thoughts will be about daisies

How many cars in Russia: types of cars, statistics, number of cars per person

How many cars in Russia: types of cars, statistics, number of cars per person

2025-06-01 05:06

In recent decades, the world has seen a real boom in the automotive industry. In 2010, for the first time in history, the number of cars exceeded 1 billion. According to forecasts, by 2040 it will reach 1.8 billion pieces. Mass motorization stimulates the demand for oil and is one of the main causes of air pollution, as well as loss of life. Russia is no exception. The article will answer the question of how many cars in Russia per person

Cities, villages, territory and population of the Stavropol Territory

Cities, villages, territory and population of the Stavropol Territory

2025-06-01 05:06

This year the capital will be only 239 years old. The territory and population of the Stavropol Territory are small numbers that will be indicated in the article. We will also talk about cities and towns in the region

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This year, Nacho Monreal was named to Spain's UEFA Champions League squad. He has been playing football for twelve years. Repeatedly took part in international competitions and became the owner of prestigious awards

Pietro Mennea is a legendary sprinter. Biography, achievements, records, career

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At 20, Mennea Pietro made his first appearance at the Olympic Games in Germany. September 4, 1972 in Munich at a distance of 200 m, he came third to the finish line with a score of 20.3 seconds. and won bronze. The Italian sprinter is well known in Russia as well. The athlete took part in the Moscow Universiade in 1973. Then Pietro Mennea took with him three medals at once: two bronze and one gold

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Francis Bret Hart: biography, books, photos

While living in San Francisco, Bret Hart, whose books are of incredible value to this day, wrote his best works. In 1870 he published a collection en titled "The Happiness of the Roaring Camp". This book contains such stories: "Mliss", "Exiles of Poker Flat", "Pagan Wang Li". The characters used in the novels were not fictional and idealized

Elizabeth Chambers: biography, career, relationship with Armie Hammer

Elizabeth Chambers: biography, career, relationship with Armie Hammer

Famous fashion model, presenter, journalist and actress Elizabeth Chambers has built a successful career. She is also happily married to Hollywood TV star Armie Hammer

Irina Ionesco. Biography, photo, bibliography

Irina Ionesco. Biography, photo, bibliography

Irina Ionesco and her daughter Eva were not spiritually close. She used the defenseless girl as her own model of the erotic genre. When the baby was 5 years old, the French artist presented photographs of the half-naked Eve to the public. Pictures of a child of an erotic nature became the subject of controversy, a scandal erupted. Ionesco Irina photographed her daughter in a variety of poses and outfits

Justin Jedlica: before and after. Photo, personal life

Justin Jedlica: before and after. Photo, personal life

Already 340 plastic surgeries have been done by Justin Jedlica, before and after which he always posts photos on the Internet. A thirty-six-year-old boy is proud of his appearance. He spent over $250 million on plastic surgery. There is practically no place left on the American's body where there would be no surgical intervention. Justin's nose has changed five times. This was followed by the acquisition of implants for biceps, triceps, pectoral muscles, shoulders, abs

Katya Elizarova: biography and photos

Katya Elizarova: biography and photos

Ekaterina Elizarova is a famous model with a perfect reputation. She gained particular popularity and attention of the press after a short romance with the actor of the series "Sherlock Holmes" Benedict Cumberbatch

Tolerance - what is it? Benefit or harm?

Tolerance - what is it? Benefit or harm?

The material offers the author's view on the problem of tolerance and a multicultural society in Russia and the world

What is a dictatorship? Its causes and features

What is a dictatorship? Its causes and features

Dictatorship of power: government, infringement of the rights and freedoms of the individual. Reasons for the emergence of authoritarian and totalitarian regimes

President of Kyrgyzstan. History and personalities

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Kimberlite diamond pipe is the largest diamond quarry. First kimberlite pipe

Kimberlite diamond pipe is the largest diamond quarry. First kimberlite pipe

Kimberlite pipe is a vertical or close to such a geological body, which was formed as a result of a breakthrough through the earth's crust of gases. This pillar is truly gigantic in size. The kimberlite pipe has a shape that resembles a huge carrot or a glass. Its upper part is a giant bulge of a conical shape, but with depth it gradually narrows and finally turns into a vein

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Journalist Lee Matthew: biography, photo

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How old is Putin, or what is the secret of family happiness of the powerful?

How old is Putin, or what is the secret of family happiness of the powerful?

As for the biography of Lyudmila Alexandrovna, everyone knows that she was born on January 6, 1958. Before marriage, she bore the surname Shkrebneva. For those who studied at school, it will not be difficult to independently calculate how old Putin is. However, it is unlikely that anyone will succeed in penetrating into her soul and trying to understand what is happening there, what feelings and emotions this woman experiences

What does "a priori" mean in modern language?

What does "a priori" mean in modern language?

Without going into complex philosophical terminology, let's try to understand what "a priori" means in the language of modern people. How and when is it appropriate to use this term?

What is the name of the inhabitants of Russia in different countries of the world?

What is the name of the inhabitants of Russia in different countries of the world?

There is a special section of science that is able to give a scientifically sound answer to the question of what the inhabitants of Russia are called in different countries. This science deals exclusively with national nicknames

Do you know which country holds the title of "The Cleanest Country in the World"?

Do you know which country holds the title of "The Cleanest Country in the World"?

The cleanest country in the world is two-thirds made up of mountains, forests and lakes, and imports most of its natural resources. This fact makes the local authorities and the population treat with gratitude and awe what nature gives them

The Gulf Stream stops. Is humanity facing a catastrophe?

The Gulf Stream stops. Is humanity facing a catastrophe?

The consequences of the fact that the Gulf Stream stops, can be very deplorable for the whole world. There is an opinion that the US and Europe are already in full swing preparing for the start of a new ice age

Monakhova Alexandra Nikitichna, strong and strong-willed Hero of Socialist Labor. Street in honor of Alexandra Monakhova in Moscow

Monakhova Alexandra Nikitichna, strong and strong-willed Hero of Socialist Labor. Street in honor of Alexandra Monakhova in Moscow

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Delight is joy, pleasure

Delight is joy, pleasure

We find its roots in the Old Russian language, but initially it had a completely opposite meaning. Today's meaning of the word "delight" is closer to "sweet", "sweet", etc. In the Slavic dialect, it meant "s alty, spicy". Over time, having migrated to other languages, it received an interpretation close to the modern original