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January 24, 2014
History Trivia - Caligula murdered
January 24
41 Caligula was murdered along with his wife and infant child by a Praetorian tribune while attending the Palatine games. Claudius succeeded his nephew.
76 the Emperor Hadrian was born.
1328 King Edward III of England married Philippa of Henegouwen.
41 Caligula was murdered along with his wife and infant child by a Praetorian tribune while attending the Palatine games. Claudius succeeded his nephew.
76 the Emperor Hadrian was born.
1328 King Edward III of England married Philippa of Henegouwen.
January 23, 2014
Ngaire Elder: K-Trina's At The Top Of Her Rainbow!!!!!!!
Ngaire Elder: K-Trina's At The Top Of Her Rainbow!!!!!!!: Born in Jacksonville, Florida and raised in Texas since she was four years old, K-Trina Meador is the youngest of five children. Growing up...
The Phil Naessens Show: The Masahiro Tanaka Era Begins!
http://phillipnaessens.wordpress.com/2014/01/22/the-phil-naessens-show-the-masahiro-tanaka-era-begins/
Mark Berman joins Phil to discuss the New York Yankees signing of Japanese Free Agent Masahiro Tanaka and look at some of the New York Mets signings, Phil shares some Fantasy Baseball auction values for Pitchers and Alex Hall joins Phil to discuss the Oakland A's signing of reliever Eric O'Flaherty and why the Oakland A's and other small market baseball teams seem to get no respect plus much more on today's Phil Naessens Show
Mark Berman joins Phil to discuss the New York Yankees signing of Japanese Free Agent Masahiro Tanaka and look at some of the New York Mets signings, Phil shares some Fantasy Baseball auction values for Pitchers and Alex Hall joins Phil to discuss the Oakland A's signing of reliever Eric O'Flaherty and why the Oakland A's and other small market baseball teams seem to get no respect plus much more on today's Phil Naessens Show
History Trivia - Augustus Caesar (Octavian) founded the Roman Empire
January 23
27 BC, Augustus Caesar (Octavian) founded the Roman Empire that would last until A.D. 476. Octavian was granted the title 'Augustus', meaning lofty or serene, by the Roman senate.
393 Roman Emperor Theodosius I proclaimed his nine year old son Honorius co-emperor.
1265 First English Parliament formally convened.
1510 18 year old Henry VIII of England appeared incognito in the lists at Richmond, and was applauded for his jousting before he revealed his identity.
1533 Anne Boleyn, second wife of Henry VIII of England, discovered she was pregnant.
1570 The assassination of Regent James Stewart, 1st Earl of Moray threw Scotland into civil war.
1571 The Royal Exchange opened in London.
1579 The Union of Utrecht formed a Protestant republic in the Netherlands.
27 BC, Augustus Caesar (Octavian) founded the Roman Empire that would last until A.D. 476. Octavian was granted the title 'Augustus', meaning lofty or serene, by the Roman senate.
393 Roman Emperor Theodosius I proclaimed his nine year old son Honorius co-emperor.
1265 First English Parliament formally convened.
1510 18 year old Henry VIII of England appeared incognito in the lists at Richmond, and was applauded for his jousting before he revealed his identity.
1533 Anne Boleyn, second wife of Henry VIII of England, discovered she was pregnant.
1570 The assassination of Regent James Stewart, 1st Earl of Moray threw Scotland into civil war.
1571 The Royal Exchange opened in London.
1579 The Union of Utrecht formed a Protestant republic in the Netherlands.
January 22, 2014
Byzantine-era church uncovered in Israel
http://www.foxnews.com/science/2014/01/22/byzantine-era-church-uncovered-in-israel/
Byzantine-era church uncovered in IsraelDigging HistoryPublished January 22, 2014
FoxNews.com
One of the mosaic floors discovered at the site. (Yoli Shwartz/Israel Antiquities Authority) 
A little girl cleans one of the mosaic floors discovered at the site of a Byzantine-era church in Israel. (Yoli Shwartz/Israel Antiquities Authority) 
The excavation site. (Yoli Shwartz/Israel Antiquities Authority) Next Slide Previous Slide A 1,500-year-old church complete with a sophisticated mosaic was uncovered by archaeologists in southern Israel.
The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) say the Byzantine-era structure "probably served as a center of Christian worship for neighboring communities."
The discovery was made during a routine salvage excavation conducted by the IAA prior to the construction of a new neighborhood in the area.
The building is approximately 72 feet long by 40 feet wide and consists of a central hall with two side aisles divided by marble pillars. An open courtyard at the front of the structure is paved with a white mosaic floor and a cistern.
Directly off of the courtyard is a rectangular hall with another more intricate mosaic floor with colored geometric designs.
Including among the finds are five inscriptions, one of which mentions Mary and Jesus.
"At its center, opposite the entrance to the main hall, is a twelve-row dedicatory inscription in Greek containing the names Mary and Jesus, and the name of the person who funded the mosaic's construction," archaeologist Daniel Varga said in a press release.
The main hall has a mosaic with depictions of a variety of animals including zebra, leopard, turtle and wild boar. The designs also include Christian symbols.
Archaeologists also discovered glass vessels, oil lamps, amphorae, cooking pots, kraters, and bowls. These finds "indicate a rich and flourishing local culture" during the Byzantine period.
In order to preserve the site, it will be covered with dirt and the IAA is making plans to remove the mosaic floors to be put on display.
Byzantine-era church uncovered in IsraelDigging HistoryPublished January 22, 2014
FoxNews.com
One of the mosaic floors discovered at the site. (Yoli Shwartz/Israel Antiquities Authority) A little girl cleans one of the mosaic floors discovered at the site of a Byzantine-era church in Israel. (Yoli Shwartz/Israel Antiquities Authority) The excavation site. (Yoli Shwartz/Israel Antiquities Authority) Next Slide Previous Slide A 1,500-year-old church complete with a sophisticated mosaic was uncovered by archaeologists in southern Israel.The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) say the Byzantine-era structure "probably served as a center of Christian worship for neighboring communities."
The discovery was made during a routine salvage excavation conducted by the IAA prior to the construction of a new neighborhood in the area.
The building is approximately 72 feet long by 40 feet wide and consists of a central hall with two side aisles divided by marble pillars. An open courtyard at the front of the structure is paved with a white mosaic floor and a cistern.
Directly off of the courtyard is a rectangular hall with another more intricate mosaic floor with colored geometric designs.
Including among the finds are five inscriptions, one of which mentions Mary and Jesus.
"At its center, opposite the entrance to the main hall, is a twelve-row dedicatory inscription in Greek containing the names Mary and Jesus, and the name of the person who funded the mosaic's construction," archaeologist Daniel Varga said in a press release.
The main hall has a mosaic with depictions of a variety of animals including zebra, leopard, turtle and wild boar. The designs also include Christian symbols.
Archaeologists also discovered glass vessels, oil lamps, amphorae, cooking pots, kraters, and bowls. These finds "indicate a rich and flourishing local culture" during the Byzantine period.
In order to preserve the site, it will be covered with dirt and the IAA is making plans to remove the mosaic floors to be put on display.
AuthorsDb Book Cover Contest The Briton and the Dane~Won BRONZE
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Cover by Steven Novak, Novak Illustration
The Wizard of Notts Recommends: Star Wars and Doctor Who stars will attend Nottingham sci-fi and fantasy convention Em-Con
Star Wars and Doctor Who stars will attend Nottingham sci-fi and fantasy convention Em-ConBy Nottingham Post | Posted: January 22, 2014
Read more: http://www.nottinghampost.com/Star-Wars-Doctor-stars-attend-Nottingham-sci-fi/story-20473292-detail/story.html?ito=email_newsletter_nottinghampost#ixzz2r8DROcmN
Torchwood Star Eve Myles
SCI-FI fans will be able to discover their inner Jedi at the inaugural Em-Con event at the Albert Hall.
The East Midlands Sci-Fi and Fantasy Convention on March 16 will be attended by cast members from the legendary Star Wars film series, as well cast members from Doctor Who, Game Of Thrones, Tron, Red Dwarf, Torchwood and many other films and TV series.
"The interest in the convention has been phenomenal," says organiser Lee Wallis.
"This is the first Em-Con and we've already had a massive response."
Tickets have been bought by fans from as far away as the US, France and Belgium.
As well as sci-fi and fantasy stars and crew members, there'll be a range of comic dealers and merchandise stalls.
"They'll be selling unusual and valuable objects," says Lee.
"One company produces jewellery for sci-fi and fantasy films, including the ring from the Lord Of The Rings films. There'll be replicas of that on sale."
But the biggest draw has been the celebrity guests who'll be on hand to meet fans and talk about the shows that they worked on.
"We've got stars from such a wide range of shows.
"Chris Barrie, Craig Charles, Danny John-Jules and Mac Macdonald will all be sharing the stage to relive their memories making Red Dwarf, answering questions from the audience and sticking around to meet fans.
"We've also got stars of Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Game Of Thrones.
"And there's David Warner, who has appeared in Doctor Who, Star Trek, Planet Of The Apes and more!"
Lee first noticed the popularity of the sci-fi and fantasy elements after attending a similar convention in Wales. It was this that convinced him to create an event in Nottingham.
He's already put on sell-out shows at The Approach, in the city centre, featuring stars of Red Dwarf, Game Of Thrones and This Is England.
"There is a huge fanbase for sci-fi and fantasy in Nottingham and I felt that their needs were not being met. It's the first of its kind in Nottingham."
Other stars booked include Torchwood stars Eve Myles and Kai Owen, Virginia Hey from Farrscape, Frazer Hines, Dan Starkey and Simon Becker-Fisher, who have all appeared in Doctor Who, plus Hannah Spearritt from Primeval and Gethin Anthony, Gemma Whelan and Miltos Yerolemou from Game Of Thrones. Local actor Andrew Shim, who has been in This Is and England and A Room For Romeo Brass, will also appear because of his appearance in the 2012 film UFO – later retitled Alien Uprising.
The early bird tickets for the event have already sold out, but tickets can still be purchased on the Em-Con website or on the door on the day.
"We're expecting a lot of people coming to the convention – it's going to be great fun," says Lee. "There will be something for everyone, including wild science fiction and fantasy costumes!"
Read more: http://www.nottinghampost.com/Star-Wars-Doctor-stars-attend-Nottingham-sci-fi/story-20473292-detail/story.html?ito=email_newsletter_nottinghampost#ixzz2r8DnkA23
Read more: http://www.nottinghampost.com/Star-Wars-Doctor-stars-attend-Nottingham-sci-fi/story-20473292-detail/story.html?ito=email_newsletter_nottinghampost#ixzz2r8DROcmN
Torchwood Star Eve Myles
SCI-FI fans will be able to discover their inner Jedi at the inaugural Em-Con event at the Albert Hall.
The East Midlands Sci-Fi and Fantasy Convention on March 16 will be attended by cast members from the legendary Star Wars film series, as well cast members from Doctor Who, Game Of Thrones, Tron, Red Dwarf, Torchwood and many other films and TV series.
"The interest in the convention has been phenomenal," says organiser Lee Wallis.
"This is the first Em-Con and we've already had a massive response."
Tickets have been bought by fans from as far away as the US, France and Belgium.
As well as sci-fi and fantasy stars and crew members, there'll be a range of comic dealers and merchandise stalls.
"They'll be selling unusual and valuable objects," says Lee.
"One company produces jewellery for sci-fi and fantasy films, including the ring from the Lord Of The Rings films. There'll be replicas of that on sale."
But the biggest draw has been the celebrity guests who'll be on hand to meet fans and talk about the shows that they worked on.
"We've got stars from such a wide range of shows.
"Chris Barrie, Craig Charles, Danny John-Jules and Mac Macdonald will all be sharing the stage to relive their memories making Red Dwarf, answering questions from the audience and sticking around to meet fans.
"We've also got stars of Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Game Of Thrones.
"And there's David Warner, who has appeared in Doctor Who, Star Trek, Planet Of The Apes and more!"
Lee first noticed the popularity of the sci-fi and fantasy elements after attending a similar convention in Wales. It was this that convinced him to create an event in Nottingham.
He's already put on sell-out shows at The Approach, in the city centre, featuring stars of Red Dwarf, Game Of Thrones and This Is England.
"There is a huge fanbase for sci-fi and fantasy in Nottingham and I felt that their needs were not being met. It's the first of its kind in Nottingham."
Other stars booked include Torchwood stars Eve Myles and Kai Owen, Virginia Hey from Farrscape, Frazer Hines, Dan Starkey and Simon Becker-Fisher, who have all appeared in Doctor Who, plus Hannah Spearritt from Primeval and Gethin Anthony, Gemma Whelan and Miltos Yerolemou from Game Of Thrones. Local actor Andrew Shim, who has been in This Is and England and A Room For Romeo Brass, will also appear because of his appearance in the 2012 film UFO – later retitled Alien Uprising.
The early bird tickets for the event have already sold out, but tickets can still be purchased on the Em-Con website or on the door on the day.
"We're expecting a lot of people coming to the convention – it's going to be great fun," says Lee. "There will be something for everyone, including wild science fiction and fantasy costumes!"
Read more: http://www.nottinghampost.com/Star-Wars-Doctor-stars-attend-Nottingham-sci-fi/story-20473292-detail/story.html?ito=email_newsletter_nottinghampost#ixzz2r8DnkA23
Book Launch - the third book in the Everville series, The Rise of Mallory, by Roy Huff on Wednesday, January 23rd, 2014
Bestselling fantasy author, Roy Huff, will be launching his third book in the Everville series, The Rise of Mallory , on Wednesday, January 23rd, 2014. To celebrate the launch,it will be available at the reduced price of 99 cents on Amazon from 1/23 to 2/1. In addition, Everville: The City of Worms , will be free from Jan 23 to Jan 27. The first book inthe series, Everville: The First Pillar , will also be free from Jan 28 to Feb 1st, so be sure to check it out during the event.
Review: The Rise of Mallory latest in epic Everville series by Roy Huff
Read more: http://www.digitaljournal.com/entertainment/review-the-rise-of-mallory-latest-in-epic-everville-series-by-roy-huff/article/365487#ixzz2quEjJBl9
Review excerpt - Digital Journal
"What I enjoyed is Huff's ability to seamlessly tie in the earthly world and then throw the reader into the fantasy world where mystical and magical creatures live. When I was reading the Everville series, it reminded me vaguely of A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle with young adventurers on a crusade to an unknown magical place. Young readers, or anyone who likes fantasy adventures, will be entertained with this exciting series. Many questions from the previous books will be answered and fans of the Everville series will be pleased with the highly anticipated The Rise of Mallory. For more information, contact: Author: Roy Huff Twitter handle @Evervilleseries Facebook: facebook.com/owensagefans GoodReads official author pageRead more: http://digitaljournal.com/entertainment/review-the-rise-of-mallory-latest-in-epic-everville-series-by-roy-huff/article/365487#ixzz2qtm1VrjV "
History Trivia - Danish invasion army vanquishes Ethelred of Wessex
January 22
565 Eutychius was deposed as Patriarch of Constantinople by John Scholasticus.
871 Battle at Basing: Danish invasion army vanquished Ethelred of Wessex.
1371 King Robert II Stuart of Scotland was crowned.
1506 The first contingent of 150 Swiss Guards arrived at the Vatican.
1521 Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, opened the Diet of Worms.
1552 Sir Edward Seymour, uncle to King Edward VI of England, was executed.
565 Eutychius was deposed as Patriarch of Constantinople by John Scholasticus.
871 Battle at Basing: Danish invasion army vanquished Ethelred of Wessex.
1371 King Robert II Stuart of Scotland was crowned.
1506 The first contingent of 150 Swiss Guards arrived at the Vatican.
1521 Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, opened the Diet of Worms.
1552 Sir Edward Seymour, uncle to King Edward VI of England, was executed.
History Trivia - Danish invasion army vanquishes Ethelred of Wesses
January 22
565 Eutychius was deposed as Patriarch of Constantinople by John Scholasticus.
871 Battle at Basing: Danish invasion army vanquished Ethelred of Wessex.
1371 King Robert II Stuart of Scotland was crowned.
1506 The first contingent of 150 Swiss Guards arrived at the Vatican.
1521 Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, opened the Diet of Worms.
1552 Sir Edward Seymour, uncle to King Edward VI of England, was executed.
565 Eutychius was deposed as Patriarch of Constantinople by John Scholasticus.
871 Battle at Basing: Danish invasion army vanquished Ethelred of Wessex.
1371 King Robert II Stuart of Scotland was crowned.
1506 The first contingent of 150 Swiss Guards arrived at the Vatican.
1521 Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, opened the Diet of Worms.
1552 Sir Edward Seymour, uncle to King Edward VI of England, was executed.
