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Patronus last signed in Oct 31 2009 and has been on Bukisa since Jun 06, 2009.

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Origin of the name London

Published October 30, 2009 /

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London, the capital city of England and the United Kingdom, has been populated for at least two thousand years. The writings of Roman authors indicate that its history can be traced back to Roman times when it was called "Londinium". The seminal of Geoffrey of Monmouth, dated 1136, states that

How to make a handbrake turn

by Patronus | in Automotive > Cars

A car can be turned around 180 degrees by performing a handbrake turn. It is often used by stunt drivers to swing a car around in a tight space, or to get around a very sharp corner. How do they do it?
Do I have swine flu?

by Patronus | in Health & Nutrition > Diseases & Conditions

Do I have swine flu? This is a question asked by a growing number of people showing flu-like symptoms.
The Maths behind Roulette

by Patronus | in Hobbies & Crafts > Board Games

Roulette is a very popular and glamorous casino game, enjoyed by the rich and famous - even by James Bond himself. But what are the odds of you actually winning anything at the roulette table? Let's find out.
Roulette - what are my odds?

by Patronus | in Hobbies & Crafts > Board Games

We simulated hundreds of thousands of roulette games in to examine how the house edge affects the player. Does a roulette board with no zero improve your chances of winning? Does it turn it into more of a science and less of a gamble? The results were very interesting and somewhat surprising.
Roulette - can you beat the house?

by Patronus | in Hobbies & Crafts > Board Games

Can you, by applying mathematical techniques, improve your chances of winning at the Roulette table?
Lessons from really wealthy people

by Patronus | in Business & Finance > Personal Finance

When millionaires and billionaires say something about wealth and money, it pays to listen carefully. Here are some of the things they have to say about the road to riches, with a brief explanation.
Tuenti - the Spanish Facebook

by Patronus | in Internet > General

This Madrid-based phenomenon is taking the web by storm. Tuenti is an invitation-based social networking website and is one of the fastest growing websites on the net. How does it compare to Facebook?
How to earn a passive income with property

by Patronus | in Business & Finance > Real Estate

Rental property is one of the great equalizers in personal finance. It allows someone to amplify the effect of their salary over many years, potentially putting them in a better position upon retirement that someone who earned a much larger salary. It may even carry you through a recession.
Little known facts about the Porsche 911

by Patronus | in Automotive > Cars

Few automakers can lay claim to a car that invokes so much emotion. For decades the Porsche 911 has been surrounded by controversy - some hated it, some loved it. But it has always been noticed - on the road and on the race track. Here are some interesting facts about this iconic sports car.