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GENIUSES (continued): • Albert Einstein was responsible for “the world’s most famous equation,” E=mc2, the formula for mass-energy equivalence. Yet this German-born physicist failed his first college entrance exam, passing only the math and science sections, forcing him to attend a secondary school before retaking and passing the test a year later. Einstein’s 1921 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded for his discovery of the law of the photoelectric effect. He came to America on a visit in 1933, and made the decision to stay when new German laws prohibited him from teaching at any university there. He renounced his German citizenship, took a teaching
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position at Princeton, and became a U.S. citizen in 1940. Regarding the topic of genius, he once said, “The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits.” • Regarded as one of the greatest scientists of all times, Isaac Newton almost became a farmer. His mother urged him to follow in his late father’s footsteps on the family farm, but this genius disliked the profession intensely. He attended Cambridge University, studying mathematics, physics, and astronomy. We’re most familiar with his theory of gravitation, developed after watching an apple fall from a tree. Most folks have
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also heard of his law of inertia that states that an object at rest tends to stay at rest and an object in motion tends to stay in motion. Another familiar Newton law is that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. Newton was also responsible for the first practical reflecting telescope. Modern-day psychologists believe it’s quite possible that this genius had Asperger Syndrome, an autism disorder characterized by severe difficulties (cont’d on next page) in social situations.
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master of all time. This son of a biophysicist father and a teacher, then nurse, then physician • Although we think of Alexander Graham Bell as mother, Bobby learned chess when he was six the inventor of the telephone, he had 17 other years old, using the instructions from a chess patents, including hydrofoil boats, aerial vehiset bought at a candy store. As a genius with an cles, and selenium cells. Bell was 29 years old IQ of 187, he dropped out of high school at age and working on an improvement to the tele16 to dedicate himself to the game. His famous graph when he invented the telephone. As a 1972 world championship match against the young boy, he had come up with a talking doll USSR’s Boris Spassky put Fischer in the pubthat said, “Mama,” and at age 12, built a device lic eye. After that match, he became a recluse for the process of dehusking wheat. Followand didn’t play a competitive game in public ing the shooting of President James Garfield in for nearly 20 years. 1881, Bell quickly devised an electromagnetic apparatus to try to locate the bullet lodged in • A modern-day genius, 30-year-old Michael Kearney received his first bachelor’s degree Garfield’s abdomen. In 1906, this genius with a at age 10, and had earned three more by age vision said, “The day will come when the man 21, followed by a doctorate in chemistry at 22. at the telephone will be able to see the distant Kearney spoke his first words at four months, person to whom he is speaking.” and at six months, surprised his pediatrician • Robert “Bobby” Fischer was an American chess by saying, “I have a left ear infection.” By 10 master, who at age 14, won the World Chess months, he was reading, and graduated from Championship, the youngest winner of the title. high school at age six. (cont’d on next page) At 15, he was the youngest international grand-
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in its victims’ blood. • In 2011, during a tough financial time for the nation of Romania, the government instituted a 16 percent tax on the incomes of self-proclaimed witches, fortunetellers and astrologers. Those so employed were incensed and vowed retribution, some casting spells against the president and those members of the government who had supported the legislation. In an unrelated incident, the legislature also drafted a measure that would punish those who incorrectly predicted the future. • Famed magician Harry Houdini was born with the less-than-inspiring name Erich Weiss. • There is a planet named Gliese 436b or-
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Although you’re getting kudos and other positive reactions to your suggestions, don’t let the cheers drown out some valid criticisms. Better to deal with them now than later. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Following your keen Bovine intuition pays off, as you not only reassess the suggestions some people are putting in front of you, but also their agendas for doing so. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You continue on a high-enthusiasm cycle as that new project you’ve assumed takes shape. You’re also buoyed by the anticipation of receiving some good news about a personal matter. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your eagerness to immerse yourself in your new assignment is understandable. But be careful that you don’t forget to take care of that pressing personal situation as well. LEO (July 23 to August 22) This is a good time to learn a new skill that could give a clever Cat an edge in the upcoming competition for workplace opportunities. Enjoy the arts this weekend with someone special. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You could risk creating an impasse if you insist on expecting more from others than they’re prepared to give. Showing flexibility in what you’ll accept could prevent a stalemate. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Although you can weigh all factors of a dispute to find an agreeable solution for others, you might need the skilled input of someone you trust to help you deal with an ongoing situation of your own. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) The good news is that your brief period of selfdoubt turns into a positive “I can do anything” attitude. The better news is that you’ll soon be able to prove it. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) This is a good time for Sagittarians to start making travel plans while you still can select from a wide menu of choices and deals, and not be forced to settle for leftovers. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Like your zodiacal sign, the sure-footed Goat, you won’t allow obstacles in your path to keep you from reaching your goal. Don’t be surprised by who asks to go along with you. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Let your head dominate your heart as you consider the risks that might be involved in agreeing to be a friend’s co-signer or otherwise act as his or her backup in a financial matter. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Prioritize: Resolve to close the door and let your voicemail take your phone calls while you finish up a task before the end-of-week deadline. Then go out and enjoy a fun-filled weekend. BORN THIS WEEK: Your capacity for care and compassion helps to bring comfort to others. (c) 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Q: I have a question about the actor who played Jared Leto’s father in “Dallas Buyers Club,” which I saw over the holidays. He looks so familiar, but I can’t quite place him. -- Kyra T., via email A: You’re thinking of character actor James DuMont, who’s been on tons of TV shows like “American Horror Story,” “Treme,” “Nashville” and “Bonnie and Clyde,” and on the Alyssa big screen in “The Milano Butler,” “Ocean’s Thirteen,” “War of the Worlds” and “Along Came Polly,” to name just a few. James was thrilled to be in “Dallas Buyers Club,” which centers on Ron Woodroof (played by Matthew McConaughey), who works around the system to help AIDS patients get the medication they need after he is diagnosed with the disease. James plays the estranged father of Jared Leto’s character, Rayon, who’s transgender and HIV positive. When I recently spoke with James, he told me about working with Jared: “It’s a really powerful scene we share. Jared does powerful work in this; as soon as we finished our scene, I tweeted that Jared would get an Oscar nomination for this role. And he seems to be the frontrunner at this point. I’ve worked with Oscar winners, and I can see and identify Oscar-caliber work. I get tweets and emails from all over the world where people tell me that our scene is so powerful, poignant and heartbreaking. It’s nice to have a little breakout
Tidbits of Boise scene like this after doing so many projects. It’s tough for a character actor.” Q: This past summer I got involved with a series called “Mistresses.” Can you tell me if it’s going to return, or was it just something they put on for the summer? -- Liz R., via email A: ABC has renewed “Mistresses” for a 13-episode second season, which is scheduled to air in summer 2014. The show, which is based on the British series of the same name, stars Alyssa Milano, Rochelle Aytes, Jes Macallan and Yunjin Kim. The show centers on the lives of four female friends, and their involvement in an array of illicit and complex relationships. Q: I really enjoy “The Glades,” but I think I read someplace that it is being canceled. I truly hope this is not so. Can you please find out its status? -- Diane, via email A: The A&E network decided this past fall to cancel “The Glades” after four seasons. The police procedural broke records for A&E when it debuted, but slowly and steadily it lost more than one-third of its viewers throughout the series run, so the network canceled it. READERS: I told you I’d let you know when I had an exact date for the season two premiere of “Vikings,” and I’m a woman of my word. “Vikings” returns to the History channel Thursday, Feb. 27, at 10 p.m. ET/PT. So don’t forget to tune in! Write to Cindy at King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475; or e-mail her at letters@ cindyelavsky.com. (c) 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
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4 eggs 1 cup skim or whole milk 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1/8 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Topping: 1 tablespoon powdered sugar and a squeeze of fresh lemon
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Depicting Middleton by: Loni Trude
Darin Taylor, Mayor of Middleton asked me to do a balloon creation of the City of Middleton using their logo as a “springboard.”
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I created it with the mountains, stream with bubbles, their bridge, grove of trees and playground equipment for their new park. Mayor Taylor is excited about their new park. My intention is to have all the elements of the sculpture direct people’s attend to the playground equipment. Middleton really is a beautiful little town.
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It seems just about everything nowadays has its own celebration day or month. Well, if soup is to have just such an event, I can’t think of a better month than January, can you? It’s just the thing to chase away the Winter Blues -- even if it’s only for a few minutes! 1 (10 3/4-ounce) can reduced-fat cream of chicken soup 1 1/3 cups fat-free milk 1 full cup diced cooked chicken breast 1 cup frozen peas, thawed 1/4 cup purchased real bacon bits 1 (2-ounce) jar diced pimiento, undrained 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1. In a medium saucepan sprayed with butter-flavored cooking spray, combine chicken soup, milk and chicken. Stir in peas and bacon bits. Add undrained pimiento, parsley flakes and black pepper. Mix well to combine. 2. Cook over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes or until mixture is heated through, stirring often. Makes 4 (1 cup each) servings. • Each serving equals; 196 calories, 4g fat, 22g protein, 18g carb., 660mg sodium, 2g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Meat, 1 1/2 Starch. (c) 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
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1. The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (PG-13) Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman 2. Frozen (PG) animated 3. Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues (PG-13) Will Ferrell, Christina Applegate 4. American Hustle (R) Christian Bale, Amy Adams 5. The Wolf of Wall Street (R) Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill 6. Saving Mr. Banks (PG-13) Emma Thompson, Tom Hanks 7. The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (PG) Ben Stiller, Kristen Wiig 8. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (PG-13) Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson 9. 47 Ronin (PG-13) Keanu Reeves, Hiroyuki Sanada 10. Tyler Perry’s A Madea Christmas (PG-13) Tyler Perry, Chad Michael Murray Source: Billboard (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
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thrilled by the ski jump and • On Jan. 24, 1980, U.S. offibobsled, as well as 12 othcials announce that Amerer events involving a total ica is ready to sell miliof six sports. tary equipment (excluding weapons) to communist • On Jan. 26, 1788, the first of • On Jan. 23, 1957, the China as a reaction to the 50,000 convicts banished Wham-O toy company Soviet invasion of Afghanfrom England to Australia rolls out the first batch of istan. An additional agreeland in Botany Bay. These aerodynamic plastic discs, ment was signed for the were not hardened criminow known as Frisbees. construction of a station in nals; only a small minority The story of the FrisChina that would be able to were transported for viobee began in Bridgeport, receive information from lent offenses. Among the Conn., where students an American satellite. first group was a 70-yearfrom nearby universities old woman who had stolen would throw empty Frisbie • On Jan. 22, 1998, in cheese to eat. a Sacramento, Calif., Pie Company tins to each courtroom, Theodore J. other, yelling “Frisbie!” as • On Jan. 20, 1841, China Kaczynski pleads guilty to they let go. cedes the island of Hong all federal charges against Kong to the British. In • On Jan. 21, 1976, from him, acknowledging his 1898, Britain was granted London’s Heathrow Airresponsibility for a 17an additional 99 years of port and Orly Airport outyear campaign of package rule. In September 1984, side Paris, the first Conbombings attributed to the the British and the Chinese cordes with commercial “Unabomber.” The “Unsigned a formal agreement passengers simultaneously abomber” was named after approving a 1997 turnover take flight to Bahrain in the Home Decor the4610 UNABOM of the island. Persian Gulf and Rio de W. State Task StreetForce. The name 10am-6pm came from the Mon-Sat, Janeiro, respectively. The • On Jan. 25, 1924, the first words208-344-0978 “university and airConcordes flew well past Re-Use Winter Olympics begin at • Re-Purpose • Re-Decorate line bombing.” the sound barrier at 1,350 Chamonix in the French mph. Alps. Spectators were (c) 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
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The gym scene has seen a major overhaul in the last decade, with new workout fads and training regiments - and it can be a little overwhelming. In the Treasure Valley, there are tons of choices, from the large gyms with dozens of machines and amenities, to smaller outfits that provide for a more intimate experience. You really have plenty of options. On Your Side took a closer look at Johnny’s Fit Club Fitness in Boise. The atmosphere is friendly and trainers were readily available. “We have full equipment and classes,” said Ryan Rasmussen, the Fitness Manager at Johnny’s. “We have kickboxing, Zumba, all the different things, but we also have top-notch personal training and boot camps.” When they say boot camps, they are not messing around. Trainers
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FOR- YOU (continued): • The colorless, flammable, odorous chemical known as formaldehyde is used in building materials, including pressed-wood products, along with many household products. It’s also found in cigarette smoke, some glues, permanent press fabrics, fungicides, and disinfectants, and is a common medical lab preservative and widely used at mortuaries. The International Agency for Research on Cancer has classified formaldehyde as a known human carcinogen, and studies suggest there is a connection between exposure and leukemia. Exposure can be especially irritating to the eyes, nose, and throat, causing coughing and inflammation of the respiratory tract. • When gold was discovered in California at Sutter’s Mill in 1848, thousands flocked to the area seeking treasure. Most people headed there in 1849, giving them the nickname the Forty-Niners. That year, San Francisco’s population jumped from 800 to more than 50,000. California’s head count increased by 86,000 people in two years. The folks who struck it rich weren’t the miners, but rather those who created businesses to serve the prospectors. Two well-known companies that came out of the era are Wells Fargo and Levi Strauss. • Back in 1912, Westinghouse employees Daniel O’Conor and Herbert Faber teamed up on an invention to be used in electrical insulation. It was made of wrapped woven fabric coated with a thermosetting resin, which was flattened and cured in a press. They intended their product to replace mica in the insulation, and dubbed their invention Formica, because it was a substitute for mica. Today we most often think of Formica as a heat-resistant laminate with melamine resin for use on kitchen countertops.