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The kilometre ( American spelling kilometer), symbol km[1] is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one thousand metres and is therefore exactly equal to the distance travelled by light in free space in 1/ 299,792.458 of a second. [2]It is the conventionally used measurement unit for expressing distances between geographical places in most of the world; notable exceptions are the United States and the United Kingdom where the statute mile is used. One kilometre equals approximately 0.6214 statute miles, 1094 yards, or 3281 feet. There are two pronunciations for the word The former pronunciation follows the general pattern in English whereby metric units of measurement are pronounced with the stress on the first syllable, and preserves the pronunciation of metre. It is generally preferred by the BBC, while most scientists use the pronunciation with stress on the second syllable.[7][8] The latter pronunciation, which follows the stress pattern used for the names of measuring instruments (such as micrometer, barometer, thermometer, tachometer and speedometer), is in common usage as well. Kingsley Amis has suggested that this pronunciation (and the American spelling) be reserved for the thousand-measurer, the wall which Herodotus says Xerxes built around a thousand troops so he could count his army.[9]
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1. Make a few Quick Fixes, and see the Pay-Off on the Run
September 18, 2009
The Mistake
You're Doing the Wrong Exercises
The biggest mistake that runners tend to make is to take strength-training moves like crunches straight from the fitness industry. For most runners, standard crunches aren't helpful because they don't work the deep core muscles that provide stability to run kilometre after kilometre.
The Fix
Do workouts that hit the muscles and movements that runners need. Try exercises like the side plank or plank lift that strengthen the obliques, located on the sides of the trunk, and the transverse abs, the deep core muscles that wrap around... (read more)
Author: Sandra Prior
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2. Facts on lovely vacation rentals
August 21, 2009
Many people have the misconception that nice vacation accommodation would require an expansive price. This is actually a very wrong assumption and it might be the fact of you wasting hard earned money on unnecessary wastage. Lovely vacation rentals can actually be obtained with reasonable prices.
If you do your research thoroughly, you would notice that vacation rentals offer different prices at different specific points though the general location is a common one. Villa ‘A’ might be offering at a price which is only seventy percent of that of Villa ‘B’, however, the catch is that it mig... (read more)
Author: Francis Murphy
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3. What is there to do on the Costa Calida?
July 21, 2009
The 250-kilometre coastline which borders the province of Murcia in south east Spain is also known as the Costa Calida. The world famous La Manga Club is located here, boasting some of the top sports and leisure facilities of any self-contained tourist complex in Europe. The Costa Calida also encompasses one of the finest coastal regions in Spain - the Mar Menor - which is a huge natural salt water lagoon separated from the Mediterranean by a 22-kilometre narrow sandy strip of land. The Mar Menor attracts a wide array of wildlife to its shores along with water sports enthusiasts, attracted b... (read more)
Author: Mark Buckingham
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4. Long wait ahead for Hyderabad METRO
July 21, 2009
Work on metro rail will now start only in 2010, that too if the bidding process goes as planned by the government. The ‘dream' of metro rail as was shown to denizens over the last couple of years included swank trains and world-class stations at a distance of one kilometre each offering air-conditioned connectivity on three different routes connecting the city's opposite ends. Meant to be operational by 2012, it now would be a longer wait for commuters to zip on the metro.
The fresh bids announced by the government with Reliance Energy at the forefront has officials giving an optimistic t... (read more)
Author: mahendra varma
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5. Where There's a Will There's a Way to Lose Weight
May 28, 2009
Losing Weight is a goal of many men and women, from all walks of life and of all nationalities. And despite various claims of the manufacturers of diet products, it's not easy. It takes determination, and not a little effort. But it's not impossible - anyone can lose weight if they make up their mind. Exercise is fantastic, and we all need to take part in a regular exercise routine, even if it's just a daily walk of a kilometre or two. But at the end of the day, we can't get away from the fact that losing weight will necessitate reducing our food intake. This can be a daunting prospect f... (read more)
Author: Tom McCarrick
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6. Royal Sotogrande Golf on the Costa del Sol Golf
May 26, 2009
Royal Sotogrande Golf on the Costa del Sol Golf, Spain is situated just off the highway N-340, Cádiz to Málaga, at kilometre 130. Pass control gate at the entrance of the urbanization and take the Paseo del Parque towards the sea, which will lead you directly to the golf course. Royal Sotogrande Golf Course was designed by Robert Trent Jones' which was his first ,b>golf course design on the Costa del Sol Spain and opened to the public in 1964, and is considered to be in the top ten of Europe's finest and forms part of the "Golden Triangle" with Valderrama and San Roque. Royal Sotogra... (read more)
Author: Richard Allard
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7. Captivating Carnarvon
December 02, 2008
Carnarvon is located in the middle of the western coast of Australia. The fact that it is a 900 kilometre trek from the capital city of Perth makes it a feat in itself to reach, however its isolation can be a drawcard for the discerning traveller. If you are ready for adventure, beautiful coastlines and a relaxing, tropical holiday then start making your plans to visit this unique part of the world.
Your campervan truly will feel like home if you have ventured on this once in a lifetime journey. Everything you need is with you every kilometre of the way, and it is best to plan a few days ... (read more)
Author: Jenny Brewer
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8. Travel Guide to Cape Town, South Africa
November 06, 2008
Just a simple travel guide to Cape Town, Africa. Africa is a big continent with 52 countries, about 30.2 million kilometre and 922 million peoples. Its north border is Mediterranean Sea, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west. The country is including Madagascar and all the island groups.
Africa's smallest country is Seychelles, and the largest country is Sudan. The land in northern is primarily desert, and the central and southern areas primarily contains savanna plains and rainforest.
Talk about animal, there are huge population of carnivore like lions and cheetahs. The herbivores are... (read more)
Author: samuel kian
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9. Toronto: A True Global City
October 06, 2008
As the second largest country in the world, Canada is a colossal land mass stretching from the Atlantic Ocean on the east, up to the Artic Ocean in the north and all the way round to the Pacific Ocean in the west. But whilst it is indeed a massive country that spans across a myriad of terrains and climates, it actually has one of the lowest population densities in the world, with only around 3.5 inhabitants per square kilometre, compared with 246 per square kilometre in the UK. However, it would be difficult to tell this in a place such as Toronto, the largest city in Canada, and the fift... (read more)
Author: Isla Campbell
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10. Barefoot Helps Power Jan's Journey
September 23, 2008
Barefoot Floors has pledged support for Ernst & Young partner, Jan Gregory, as he embarks on an ambitious journey to raise funds for The Prince’s Trust. Jan is tackling a 269 kilometre ride across Costa Rica - from the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean Sea - in just seven days. He will bike, hike and kayak his way through rainforests, volcanic regions, mountains and rivers – and camp in remote jungle locations. The adventure ends on the 30 September. Jan said: “It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to push yourself beyond your limits, to test your endurance and dexterity both phys... (read more)
Author: Jane Shepherd
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11. Bathurst: The Racing, the Rush and the Relics
August 05, 2008
Bathurst is the perfect option for campervan holiday makers wishing to see the New South wales countryside without venturing too far away from Sydney. Its only a 207 kilometre drive inland- a drive that takes you through the Blue Mountains and past some spectacular feature. Along the way you can allow yourself to be side tracked to some of the states most impressive views, including Echo Point, the Three Sisters and Evans Lookout. Once in Bathurst you cannot help but be charmed by its range of historical attractions or impressed by its sporting significance and heritage. Its a great base from ... (read more)
Author: Gavin Wyatt
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12. Bamboo
July 29, 2008
One of the most enduring images of India’s freedom struggle is that of Mahatma Gandhi setting out on the Salt March in 1930, on a 140 kilometre trek from Ahmedabad to Dandi. All he had by the way of support were the multitudes behind him, and the bamboo stave by his side.
The bamboo in his hands, today more than ever before, is one of the newest hopes for a sustainable future. Found in almost every kind of climate and region, from cold mountains to tropical forests and marsh lands, the bamboo is the fastest growing plant on our planet. Environmentalists believe that if bamboo were used i... (read more)
Author: Abhijit Banerjee
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13. Tejita Beach Tenerife - Sea View Property
July 02, 2008
Playa de la Tejita is located on the south coast of Tenerife between El Medano and Los Abrigos. It is also known locally as Red Mountain beach or Playa Montana Roja, taking these names from the mountain at the eastern end of the beach. The surrounding area has been recognized as being of ecological importance and it has been designated by the government as a protected nature reserve. The beach itself is about a kilometre in length and has fine golden grey sand which would not normally be associated with a natural beach on the Canary Islands. Unlike some of the other beaches in Tenerife, t... (read more)
Author: Lester Emanuel
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14. Tenerife Property near Tejita Beach
June 29, 2008
Playa de la Tejita is located on the south coast of Tenerife between El Medano and Los Abrigos. It is also known locally as Red Mountain beach or Playa Montana Roja, taking these names from the mountain at the eastern end of the beach. The surrounding area has been recognized as being of ecological importance and it has been designated by the government as a protected nature reserve. The beach itself is about a kilometre in length and has fine golden grey sand which would not normally be associated with a natural beach on the Canary Islands. Unlike some of the other beaches in Tenerife, t... (read more)
Author: Lester Emanuel
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15. People Power - Still Going Strong in Leeds!
June 08, 2008
The Half Marathon is one of the biggest events on the Leeds sports calendar, but the 2008 running was almost cancelled after Leeds City Council announced it would not be holding the annual 13.1 mile road race for the first time in twenty two years, in order to focus all attention on the 10 kilometre Jane Tomlinson Run For All. Athletes and running clubs across the city protested, disappointed by the Council’s decision, especially as Leeds already has another 10 kilometre race, the Abbey Dash; whereas the Half Marathon is the only run of its kind in the city, after the Leeds Marathon was a... (read more)
Author: Matthew Pressman
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16. USA - Copper Mountain
May 24, 2008
Copper Mountain was referred to as the best ski slope in "North America" by the US Forestry Service, for its amazing resources and ability to cater for beginner, intermediate and expert skiers. Based only 120 KM from Denver airport and with 160 metres of pure skiing fun, Copper Mountain is the only place to go skiing in America.
With a 3 Kilometre base and a summit of nearly 4 kilometres it is no wonder the slope is big enough to handle over 30,000 visitors on a monthly basis. With twenty two lifts the Copper Mountain is renowned for its 6 man high speed lift, 5 doubles, 5 triples, surf... (read more)
Author: Jasmine Stone
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17. Bikers Should Get The Same Right As Drivers
April 28, 2008
It has been revealed by the Environmental Transport Association (ETA) that recent changes to the law have meant that cars which emit less that 100g of CO2 per kilometre travelled will be exempt from paying Road Tax or Vehicle Excise Duty, despite this, motorcycles are still expected to pay. The Chancellor, Alistair Darling, revealed his plans in the recent budget, he said he was going to reward motorists for driving green vehicles. Despite Darling’s aim and promises, the road tax paid by motorcyclists is going to double in 2009 according to the ETA. The annual charge for a typ... (read more)
Author: Jemma Tipping
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18. Bikers Should Get The Same Right As Drivers
April 25, 2008
It has been revealed by the Environmental Transport Association (ETA) that recent changes to the law have meant that cars which emit less that 100g of CO2 per kilometre travelled will be exempt from paying Road Tax or Vehicle Excise Duty, despite this, motorcycles are still expected to pay.
The Chancellor, Alistair Darling, revealed his plans in the recent budget, he said he was going to reward motorists for driving green vehicles.
Despite Darling’s aim and promises, the road tax paid by motorcyclists is going to double in 2009 according to the ETA. The annual charge for a typical 1... (read more)
Author: levi lorica
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19. European influence on Morocco
March 25, 2008
Morocco's dazzling mosaic of Arab and Berber cultures—with a dash of African and European influence—is at once strange and romantic, alluring and disconcerting. It's little wonder that Morocco has regularly drawn seekers of the exotic. Although Morocco is situated in the western corner of Africa, the European influence is notable. The north of the country has a Mediterranean coastline and a strong European influence. The south of Spain is only a 20-kilometre ferry ride from the tip of Morocco. By the 15th century Spain and Portugal began to intrude into Morocco, after having expelled the Moo... (read more)
Author: sandra hamilton
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20. Anatakitaki Cave - Atiu, Cook Islands
March 16, 2008
Anatakitaki Cave – Atiu, Cook Islands
The Anatakitaki Cave, also know as the Cave of the Kopeka is located in the south east of Atiu, an island situated in the southern Cook Islands in the South Pacific Ocean.
The Anatakitaki Cave is the longest and most spectacular cave on Atiu. It has many corridors & chambers, approximately one kilometre in length and is home to the Kopeka bird, a native to Atiu. This swift like bird, nests deep within the caverns and navigates in the dark by using an echo locating series of clicks
To get to the cave, enjoy a 30-minute walk through nati... (read more)
Author: Melynnda Morrissette
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21. The Colonial Charm of Port Fairy
October 24, 2007
The wonders of the Great Ocean Road are well documented. Ocean views and amazing limestone structures share a dramatic beauty that makes each kilometre of the infamous drive memorable and special. And when you near the end of the drive and begin to feel that perhaps the best moments are behind you, then prepare yourself for one last surprise- Port Fairy, the cherry on the cake of the Great Ocean Road. One of the oldest ports in Victoria, the history and the old world allure of this quaint coastal village is captivating and enchanting, and its peaceful beaches and quiet, wide streets make a fit... (read more)
Author: Gavin Wyatt
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22. ValGold's Mochila Mojo
September 27, 2007
There’s an old Venezuelan proverb that says “Join with good men and you will be one of them.” ValGold Resources’ (TSX.V:VAL) management team appears to have taken this piece of wisdom to heart as the company embarks on an ambitious drill program at the Chicanan West Complex located approximately 50km northwest of the Kilometre 88 gold camp in Bolivar State, Venezuela.
This latest phase of development represents an expansion of the company’s presence in Venezuela. ValGold has completed the first stage of drilling of its program at the Los Patos gold occurrence within the Lo Increible 3 C... (read more)
Author: Christina de Wit
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23. Sotogrande golf
May 24, 2007
The grandest golf courses in Europe await you in this putting paradise. If golf is on your mind this is where you should be heading. Sotogrande will take care of all your green dreams and more with courses like the Old Course and the Almenara Golf Club that is supposed to be challenging even for professional players. Half a kilometre away is the famous Valderrama Golf Club associated with the famous Volvo Masters and the Ryder Cup.
The real Sotogrande - Though made famous as a luxurious, top-quality sporting facility, visitors are simply awed by the natural beauty of this land which than... (read more)
Author: Seb Jay
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24. B&B in ramsgate uk
May 13, 2007
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Author: ramsgate hotels
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25. World's Longest and Widest Box Girder Expressway Bridge
September 28, 2006
World’s Longest and Widest Box Girder Expressway Bridge Bangna-Bangphli-Bangpakong Expressway, Thailand (BBBE) dubbed as the world’s longest elevated expressway bridge (about 55-kilometre) and also the widest (27.2 meters) carrying 6 lanes traffic 3 in each direction, was built along the median of highway 34 from Bangna to Chonburi. This expressway is part of the networks of expressway planned by the Expressway and Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (ETA) to ease the flow of traffic in and around the metropolitan Bangkok. Specifically, this superhighway is meant to serve the Eastern Seab... (read more)
Author: CivilPark Int.
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