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exemplary, luminary, a luminary of Spanish cinema, inter (BURY), quartered. In 1305, the Scottish independence leader, William Wallace, was hanged, drawn and quartered on the site.

Marisa Paredes, a luminary of Spanish cinema, has left an indelible mark on the world of film with her magnetic performances and timeless elegance. Born on April 3, 1946, in Madrid, Spain, Paredes began her acting career in the 1960s, steadily gaining recognition for her ability to portray complex, emotionally charged characters. Her collaborations with acclaimed director Pedro Almodóvar cemented her status as a cinematic icon, as she became one of the celebrated "Almodóvar Girls," a term used to describe the talented actresses who brought his vision to life. Paredes' work exemplifies the intersection of artistry and authenticity, making her a beloved figure in Spanish and international cinema.
One of her most memorable roles came in Almodóvar's The Flower of My Secret (1995), where she portrayed Leo Macías, a romance novelist grappling with personal and professional crises. Her nuanced performance earned widespread acclaim, showcasing her ability to navigate the subtleties of human emotion. Paredes also starred in All About My Mother (1999), a film that won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film and further highlighted her exceptional talent. These roles, among many others, underscore her versatility and her enduring partnership with Almodóvar, which helped redefine the landscape of Spanish cinema.
Off-screen, Marisa Paredes was known for her grace, intellect, and dedication to the arts. A trailblazer for women in the film industry, she inspired countless aspiring actors with her commitment to meaningful storytelling. Photographed by renowned portrait artist Manuel Outumuro, Paredes' timeless beauty and poise were immortalized, reflecting her stature as a true cinematic legend. Her legacy will continue to resonate through the films she graced and the hearts of those she touched, ensuring her place as one of Spain's most cherished cultural figures.
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Already, Smithfield has the faintly nostalgic air of a museum. Placards tell passers-by about the history of the market, which is even more blood-soaked than one might imagine. In 1305, the Scottish independence leader, William Wallace, was hanged, drawn and quartered on the site. During the reign of Queen Mary I, in the 16th century, Protestants were burned to death as heretics there.


A time capsule dating back to 1795 has been found within the granite cornerstone of the Massachusetts statehouse, where historians believe it was originally placed by Revolutionary war luminaries Samuel Adams and Paul Revere among others.
Researchers to use x-rays to determine contents of box historians believe...
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Barack Obama, Stop Ruining My Marriage

By Sean Gregory
The list of reasons to admire Barack Obama is longer than Pennsylvania Avenue. But please, and I'm begging here, let's not hold him up as an exemplary husband simply because he takes his wife out on a date
Activist for rights of sex workers buried among luminaries

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Wednesday, Mar 11, 2009, Page 6
A well-known one-time prostitute who campaigned for the rights and dignity of sex workers was given an honored place of rest on Monday in the same cemetery where Protestantism’s John Calvin is buried, drawing criticism from some.
Griselidis Real, who died in 2005, was buried in the presence of 200 people at the Cemetery of the Kings, which is reserved for individuals who profoundly marked Swiss or international history. Argentine writer Jose Luis Borges and child psychologist Jean Piaget are interred there.

Honour for Royal Society luminary

Definition

inter (BURY) Show phonetics
verb [T] -rr- FORMAL
to bury a dead body:
Many of the soldiers were interred in unmarked graves.

interment Show phonetics
noun [C or U] FORMAL
the act of burying a dead body


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Princeton Professor David Billington Receives ACEC Distinguished Award of Merit


Last update: 2:35 p.m. EST Nov. 11, 2008
WASHINGTON, Nov 11, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Princeton University Professor David P. Billington has received the Distinguished Award of Merit--the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the engineering industry.
The award was presented by the American Council of Engineering Companies at its Fall Convention in Montreal, Canada.
Calling Billington "a national treasure," ACEC President David A. Raymond recognized the life-long educator for his "outstanding contributions to the field of engineering, pioneering achievements in social and artistic aspects of engineering design, and exemplary accomplishments in engineering education."

Since 1952, the Distinguished Award of Merit has recognized leaders from government, education, science and business for their exemplary contributions. Past recipients include former Presidents Herbert Hoover and Dwight D. Eisenhower, Astronaut Neil Armstrong, Admiral Hyman G. Rickover, Carl Sagan, W. Edwards Deming, and 44 other luminaries.

Billington, who has taught at Princeton University's School of Engineering and Applied Science since 1961, is considered to be one of the top engineering educators of the past century.
In his classes and many published books, including Power, Speed, and Form: Engineers and the Making of the Twentieth Century, Billington speaks of "the grand tradition of modern engineering and the transformation of American society by engineering."

The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) is the business association of America's engineering industry, representing approximately 5,700 independent engineering companies throughout the United States engaged in the development of America's transportation, environmental, industrial, and other infrastructure. Founded in 1909 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., ACEC is a national federation of 51 state and regional organizations.
SOURCE: American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC)




quarter
/ˈk(w)ɔːtə/
verb
past tensequarteredpast participlequartered
  1. 1.
    divide into four equal or corresponding parts.
    "peel and quarter the bananas"
  2. 2.
    be stationed or lodged in a specified place.
    "many were quartered in tents"



exemplary
adj.
  1. Worthy of imitation; commendable: exemplary behavior.
  2. Serving as a model.
  3. Serving as an illustration; typical.
  4. Serving as a warning; admonitory.
[From Middle English exaumplarie, exemplere, an exemplar. See exemplar.]
exemplarily ex'em·plar'i·ly (ĕg'zəm-plâr'ə-lē) adv.
exemplariness ex·em'pla·ri·ness or ex'em·plar'i·ty (ĕg'zəm-plăr'ĭ-tē) n.

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