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22.06.2013Александра Черноокая, город Лысьва Пермского края
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In 1982 Mandela was moved from Robben Island to the maximum security Pollsmoor Prison outside Cape Town. The authorities offered official administrative reasons for the move, but most observers agree that Mandela was simply exerting a powerful influence over the other inmates of Robben Island. Mandela spent much of the next six years in solitary confinement, bolstered by a weekly 30-minute visit with his wife. He was offered a conditional freedom in 1984--provided that he would settle in the black “homeland” of Transkei--but he absolutely refused this option, affirming his allegiance to the ANC. And the New York Times Biographical Service reported that P. W. Botha, then president of South Africa, offered Mandela complete freedom in 1985 in return for his renunciation of violence, “but he refused to do so until the government granted blacks full political rights.”
Inevitably, Mandela’s health deteriorated. In 1988 he was hospitalized with tuberculosis. After he recovered he returned to prison, but under somewhat more benign circumstances. By the late 1980s, social conditions in South Africa had become even more desperate, with violent confrontations between young blacks and government forces. The international tide was also turning against South Africa. Many private enterprises and national governments withdrew financial support for the beleaguered nation, and the resulting economic downturn literally forced the South African government to reconsider its dedication to apartheid. Finally, after 27 years, the white leadership heeded the calls from citizens of numerous nations to release the most important political prisoner of the late twentieth century, Nelson Mandela. The winds of change were also spurred by the ascension of F. W. de Klerk to the presidency of South Africa after Botha suffered a mild stroke. Named as acting state president, de Klerk was elected to a five-year term as president in September of 1989. A reformer, de Klerk released several anti-apartheid leaders. According the New York Times Biographical Service, de Klerk then legalized the ANC and 60 other formerly banned organizations, “clearing the way for Mr. Mandela’s release. Though apartheid and security laws remained in place, he said he was accepting freedom to work for peace.” Freed at Last In what was one of the most notable events of the year, the entire world watched on February 11, 1990, as Mandela--thin and gray but unbowed--walked out of Verster Prison. Writing about Mandela’s release for the New York Times Biographical Service, Robert D. McFadden noted that “anyone could see that the years of prison had ravaged only the body, not the spirit; they had, if anything, solidified his resolve and raised his stature as the embodiment of black liberation.” Indeed, cheering crowds met him at every turn in South Africa. Mandela told People, “I was completely overwhelmed by the enthusiasm. It is something I did not expect.” In his autobiography Long Walk to Freedom, he later added, “I saw a tremendous commotion and a great crowd of people, hundreds of photographers and television cameras and news people as well as thousands of well wishers. I was astounded and a bit alarmed. I had truly not expected such a scene.” WQ |
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If we had to pick a couple who looks like they're always having fun — traveling the world, taking silly photos, getting cozy on the red carpet — we would choose Victoria's Secret Angel Alessandra Ambrosio and her fiancé, Jamie Mazur. The couple — who have two children together, Anja Louise and Noah Phoenix, and who have been engaged since 2008 and together since 2005 — is inseparable, often hitting the red carpet together and sharing lots of pictures of their blissful family life on social media.If we had to pick the sexiest couple? We would also cast our vote for the pair. Between the Brazilian model's incredible body and Jamie's scruffy bad-boy looks, they really take the prize when it comes to sexiness. Keep scrolling to see what we mean by taking a look at the couple's best pictures through the years.
Our day just got a lot brighter, thanks to Alexa Chung's new fashion line. The style star, who's flexed her design muscles collaborating with the likes of AG Jeans and Madewell and consulting for brands like Superga, launched her own collection, which she describes as "traditional and unconventional."The lineup includes denim, daywear, eveningwear, shoes, and jewelry, though when we asked Alexa about her favorite piece, she named the navy-blue jumper with pink stripes. It's sadly sold out (speaking to its popularity), but there is a wait list. "It is so easy to wear," she said. "I like it with jeans, which could be plain, but that's the beauty of that jumper guy. It's interesting enough to stand alone without being too showy. [Also] I love our silver mules because they're fun but totally walkable."Alexa enlisted Edwin Bodson, previously head of atelier at Haider Ackermann, to be the brand's managing director, along with a multidisciplinary design team. In addition, she launched her own website and Instagram. With a history of trendsetting and a personal style that's attracted legions of fans, Alexa's eponymous line takes us one step closer to nailing her distinctly nonchalant preppy-meets-ladylike look, complete with printed blouses, live-in denim, and quirky flats. Scroll on to see which pieces you should buy ASAP. As a coveted Victoria's Secret Angel, it's no secret that Adriana Lima's body is two-piece perfection. The Brazilian-born model, of course, looks downright sexy in the brand's signature lacy lingerie, but it's important to note that she's also a bikini master.Whether she's on the beach in Greece on Mykonos or chilling by the pool with her gorgeous pals, Adriana's sizzling swimsuits continuously catch our eyes, especially when she shares them on Instagram. Read on to discover some of her most jaw-dropping and summery snaps. Then, scroll through Adriana's hottest selfies ever. All fashionable first ladies have style secrets, but Jackie Kennedy's might be the best kept. In a new memoir, her former assistant, Kathy McKeon, revealed Jackie customized all her shoes down to the very inch: a quarter inch to be exact."The bedroom walk-in closet was jam-packed with Madam's everyday clothing, all arranged according to color . . . more intriguing to me was the quarter-inch lift affixed to one heel on each pair of shoes, apparently meant to compensate for one leg being slightly shorter than the other," Katy said. "No one would have ever guessed."That's true because a quarter inch is basically invisible to the naked eye. This surprising tidbit about the former first lady's footwear peaked our curiosity, so we uncovered past photos of her shoes. We needed a closer look! Scroll on to see the archived snaps. If you've ever had to carry an extra pair of comfy shoes in your bag when wearing heels, that struggle is about to be no more. German shoe retailer Mime et Moi came up with a brilliant solution by creating interchangeable heels. Each shoe comes with five different heel-change options from stilettos to flats, and with a quick snap on/off you can switch up your look in an instant.The bonus? The different heel heights are small enough to fit into your handbag, making them ideal for commuters (leave those sneakers at home). The shoes also range from $190 to $220, which means everyone can pick their favorite, affordable pair. Watch the mesmerizing video ahead of how the heels work and then shop some worthy options. |
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