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New governor general in Australia

Quentin Bryce is sworn in as Australia's governor general, the first woman to serve as Queen Elizabeth's representative there.

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In pictures

Haiti struggles after storms kill 170 people

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Helicopter rescue amid flooding

A rescue helicopter reaches a motorist trapped by rising water, as severe weather warnings are given across Wales.

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Sex killer 'could not be stopped'

A stalker who killed his ex-lover and then had sex with her corpse could not have been stopped, a report finds.

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Adults 'rely on parents' finance'

Parents support their grown-up children to the tune of £21,500 in the years after they turn 18, a study suggests.

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Newcastle begin hunt for new boss

David Moyes and Didier Deschamps are among the early names in the frame to succeed Kevin Keegan as Newcastle boss.

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A gentle heavy metal fan? How music defines personality

Musical taste and style is closely related to personality type, according to new research from a Scottish university.

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Toon Army talks

Anger of fans at Keegan's departure

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McCain vows to fight to change US

John McCain promises "change is coming" as he accepts the Republican party's candidacy for the White House.

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Eclipse tourism

Why visitors could overwhelm a tiny Japanese island

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Crime crackdown sees 109 arrests

A summer crackdown on burglary and other crimes in Belfast has led to over 100 arrests, police reveal.

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UK food prices show 8.3% increase

UK food prices have risen by 8.3% on average since January, with meat and fish up 23%, according to a study for the BBC.

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Brown warned over fuel bill anger

Gordon Brown faces a backlash over his decision to rule out energy bill handouts, the unions warn.

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Rice set for historic Libya visit

Condoleezza Rice will meet Libya's Gaddafi in the latest step aimed at improving relations between the former enemies.

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On alert

Aid workers battle to reach Haiti flood sufferers

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Google is 10

What is the secret behind Google's huge success?

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DJs criticised for drink comments

A report criticises a number of radio presenters for encouraging heavy drinking among their listeners.

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Hoy angry at political 'cash-ins'

Olympic cycling hero Chris Hoy says he feels politicians have attempted to "cash in" on his success in Beijing.

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Global stock markets still jumpy

Fears about a global economic slowdown continue to weigh on stock markets, with Japan's main share index falling nearly 3%.

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Djokovic sets up Federer showdown

Novak Djokovic beats Andy Roddick in four sets and will now meet defending champion Roger Federer for a place in the US Open final.

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WWII 'remains' in jungle prove to be vines

The suspected remains of a WWII airman discovered in the Papua New Guinea jungle are the moss-covered branches of a tree.

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Brown 'backs more Holyrood power'

The SNP claims that Gordon Brown is "caving in to pressure" to concede more powers to Holyrood.

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From the archives

The Winter of Discontent, 30 years on

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What do you want to talk about?

What do you want the world to talk about?

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England defeats hurt us - Barry

Midfirelder Gareth Barry rubbishes suggestions that England players care more about their club than their country.

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    AAPT Committee on the History and Philosophy of Physics

    The Committee on the History and Philosophy of Physics (CHPP) is an AAPT committee working toward the preservation and deepening of a historical perspective in physics education at all levels.

    http://planck.phys.uwosh.edu/hpp/

    American Physical Society Forum on the History of Physics

    A member unit of the American Physical Society. It was founded as a venue for physicists, historians, and other members of the APS with an interest in discussing and exploring the historical dimensions of physics research. Forum benefits and activities include the Forum's widely read semiannual Newsletter and sponsored sessions at the March and April meetings of the APS.

    http://www.aps.org/units/fhp/index.cfm

    Argonne National Laboratory History

    Background of the laboratory. The history of nuclear power and warfare is heavily intertwined with Argonne National Labs.

    http://www.anl.gov/Science_and_Technology/History/

    Graand

    Free Classified Ads Portal

    www.graand.com

    Atomic Archive

    This site explores the complex history surrounding the invention of the atomic bomb

    http://www.atomicarchive.com/

    Center for History of Physics

    Has a mission to preserve and make known the history of modern physics and allied sciences including astronomy, geophysics and optics.

    http://www.aip.org/history/

    Center for History of Physics Newsletter

    Reports on work in the history of physics (and allied fields such as astronomy and geophysics). On-line issues starting with vol.26 (1994).

    http://www.aip.org/history/web-news.htm

    Century of Physics Time Line

    A hundred years timeline of Physics presented by the American Physical Society.

    http://timeline.aps.org/APS/Timeline/

    CERN Historical and Scientific Archives

    Resources on the history of CERN, as well as the 'Pauli Archive', a private collection of scientific books, reprints, correspondence and manuscripts of the late Professor Wolfgang Pauli, Nobel Laureate, 1945.

    http://library.cern.ch/archives/archnet/

    Contributions of Physics to the Information Age

    The history of important inventions by physicists in the fields of computers, information technology, and solid state electronics. Summarizes the contributions of physics to the information age.

    http://www.physics.ucla.edu/~ianb/history/

    Contributions of 20th Century Women to Physics (CWP)

    Descriptions of important contributions to science made by 83 women in the 20th century.

    http://cwp.library.ucla.edu/

    Emilio Segre Visual Archives Picture Finder

    Makes it easy for people to find pictures of physicists. These pictures are in the vein of "The History of Physics" and are images of notable physicists.

    http://www.aip.org/history/esva/

    The Fall of Parity

    Experiments in 1956 demonstrate that our world is distinguishable from its mirror image.

    http://physics.nist.gov/GenInt/Parity/cover.html

    History and Philosophy of Physics

    Research activities, essays, databases, books, meetings in History and Philosophy of Physics. A section is dedicated to the development of Physics in Italy.

    http://fisicavolta.unipv.it/percorsi/

    The History of Neon Signs

    How the neon sign was conceived of and created.

    http://inventors.about.com/library/weekly/aa980107.htm

    History of Physics and Astronomy

    Collection of links to articles on the history of Physics and Astronomy.

    http://www.physlink.com/Education/History.cfm

    History of Physics Archives

    Databases and digital archives for the History of Physics in Italy after the second world war.

    http://fisicavolta.unipv.it/asf/

    History of Science Info Page

    A site providing information, photos, and essays concerning the history of science.

    http://historyofscience.virtualave.net

    History Page

    Historical timelines in mathematics, physics, and politics

    http://history.hyperjeff.net/

    Important 20th Century Discoveries in Physics

    Eight major discoveries made in physics plus a summary of the centennial celebration of the American Physical Society.

    http://www.jupiterscientific.org/sciinfo/apscentennial.html

    In Our Time: James Clerk Maxwell

    BBC Radio 4 discussion on the life and work of this 19th century physicist.

    http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/history/inourtime/inourtime_20031002.shtml

    Infography about History of Physics

    Sources recommended by a professor who specializes in the study of the history of physics.

    http://www.infography.com/content/950283284275.html

    International Catalog of Sources for History of Physics and Allied Sciences

    Search records for unpublished source materials in the Niels Bohr Library archives and over 500 other repositories worldwide.

    http://libserv.aip.org:81/ipac20/ipac.jsp?profile=icos

    The Invention of Knowledge

    The connections between the sciences and the arts with emphasis on physics. A prediction on where to look for the next great theories in physics.

    http://www.artifacts.com

    Jim's Science Page

    Science quotes, facts and falacies... mystery scientists in history link.

    http://hometown.aol.com/eilatlog/myhomepagescience.html

    Museum of Physics Department

    Early instruments of the Institute of Physics of Naples

    http://www.na.infn.it/Museum/museum.htm

    The Net Advance of Physics: History

    Review Articles and Tutorials in an Encyclopaedic Format at The Net Advance of Physics, MIT

    http://web.mit.edu/redingtn/www/netadv/hist.html

    The Nuclear Files

    Most comprehensive and user friendly online tool to explore the political and ethical dilemmas of the Nuclear Age. A citizen guide to create a saner and more peaceful world. Classroom use encouraged.

    http://www.nuclearfiles.org/

    Physics Cabinet

    A virtual museum of physics apparatus and instruments of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

    http://spazioinwind.libero.it/gabinetto_di_fisica/frontengs.htm

    Physics in Australia to 1945

    The listing is intended to be a complete register of all Australian publications in physics up to the end of 1945

    http://www.asap.unimelb.edu.au/bsparcs/physics/

    The Physics Museum at The University of Queensland

    Instruments, books, and memorabilia dating to the very early days of modern physics.

    http://www.physics.uq.edu.au/physics_museum/

    The Quantum Age Begins

    An overview of the development of quantum mechanics.

    http://www-groups.dcs.st-and.ac.uk/~history/HistTopics/The_Quantum_age_begins.html

    Selected Classic Papers

    Historically important papers in the fields of: Atomic hypothesis and discrete nature of matter Electricity, electrochemistry, and electrolyte solutions The electron and electronic structure of matter Elements: nature, number, and discovery Environmental chemistry Gases Periodic table and periodic law Radioactivity and the nucleus Thermodynamics

    http://web.lemoyne.edu/~giunta/papers.html

    Selected Papers

    Selected Papers of Great American Physicists on the web.

    http://www.aip.org/history/gap/

    Theater of Electricity

    Explore the history of static electricity and the machines which have used it to make big sparks and create strong electric fields. Van de Graaff generators and Tesla coils are two examples of what is discussed. Many pictures and teaching materials are available.

    http://www.mos.org/sln/toe/

    Timeline of Nobel Winners - Physics

    List of Nobel Laureates in Physics from 1901 to the present day.

    http://physics.nobel.brainparad.com/main2.html

    Transistorized

    Describes the history of most important invention of the 20th century: the transistor.

    http://www.pbs.org/transistor/

    Vacuum Terminology and Technology

    Vacuum history; biographies of famous physicists, and mathematicians.

    http://www.mcallister.com/vacuum.html

    DJs criticised for drink comments

    A report criticises a number of radio presenters for encouraging heavy drinking among their listeners.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Crime crackdown sees 109 arrests

    A summer crackdown on burglary and other crimes in Belfast has led to over 100 arrests, police reveal.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Djokovic sets up Federer showdown

    Novak Djokovic beats Andy Roddick in four sets and will now meet defending champion Roger Federer for a place in the US Open final.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    McCain vows to fight to change US

    John McCain promises "change is coming" as he accepts the Republican party's candidacy for the White House.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Helicopter rescue amid flooding

    A rescue helicopter reaches a motorist trapped by rising water, as severe weather warnings are given across Wales.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Toon Army talks

    Anger of fans at Keegan's departure

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Rice set for historic Libya visit

    Condoleezza Rice will meet Libya's Gaddafi in the latest step aimed at improving relations between the former enemies.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    A gentle heavy metal fan? How music defines personality

    Musical taste and style is closely related to personality type, according to new research from a Scottish university.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Brown 'backs more Holyrood power'

    The SNP claims that Gordon Brown is "caving in to pressure" to concede more powers to Holyrood.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    New governor general in Australia

    Quentin Bryce is sworn in as Australia's governor general, the first woman to serve as Queen Elizabeth's representative there.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Global stock markets still jumpy

    Fears about a global economic slowdown continue to weigh on stock markets, with Japan's main share index falling nearly 3%.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Google is 10

    What is the secret behind Google's huge success?

    news.bbc.co.uk

    UK food prices show 8.3% increase

    UK food prices have risen by 8.3% on average since January, with meat and fish up 23%, according to a study for the BBC.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Newcastle begin hunt for new boss

    David Moyes and Didier Deschamps are among the early names in the frame to succeed Kevin Keegan as Newcastle boss.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    What do you want to talk about?

    What do you want the world to talk about?

    news.bbc.co.uk

    In pictures

    Haiti struggles after storms kill 170 people

    news.bbc.co.uk

    From the archives

    The Winter of Discontent, 30 years on

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Brown warned over fuel bill anger

    Gordon Brown faces a backlash over his decision to rule out energy bill handouts, the unions warn.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    On alert

    Aid workers battle to reach Haiti flood sufferers

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Adults 'rely on parents' finance'

    Parents support their grown-up children to the tune of £21,500 in the years after they turn 18, a study suggests.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    WWII 'remains' in jungle prove to be vines

    The suspected remains of a WWII airman discovered in the Papua New Guinea jungle are the moss-covered branches of a tree.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Hoy angry at political 'cash-ins'

    Olympic cycling hero Chris Hoy says he feels politicians have attempted to "cash in" on his success in Beijing.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    England defeats hurt us - Barry

    Midfirelder Gareth Barry rubbishes suggestions that England players care more about their club than their country.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Sex killer 'could not be stopped'

    A stalker who killed his ex-lover and then had sex with her corpse could not have been stopped, a report finds.

    news.bbc.co.uk

    Eclipse tourism

    Why visitors could overwhelm a tiny Japanese island

    news.bbc.co.uk

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