Online opportunities are not created equal. While access to the Internet is open to each and everyone and the cost of publishing your thoughts are minimal. Becoming a good writer takes time and practice, but that doesn’t mean you can’t speed up the process. Here are ten ways that you can become a better writer today.

1. Read, Read and Read:

The best writers are voracious readers. There’s no better way to improve your writing skills than by reading the works of others. Every new book, short story or article you read teaches you new words, new ways to formulate sentences, and more natural ideas.

It’s important to read a variety of styles and genres. For example, if you want to write fantasy novels, you should read fantasy novels, but also challenge yourself. Your writing skills and voice will broaden if you also read contemporary fiction, classics, non-fiction and whatever else you can find.

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1. Donald Bradman

Sir Donald George Bradman, often referred to as “The Don”, was born on 27 August 1908. He was an Australian cricketer, widely acknowledged as the greatest batsman of all time

During a 20-year playing career, Bradman consistently scored at a level that made him, world’s famous cricketer. . Bradman’s career Test batting average of 99.94 has been claimed to be statistically the greatest achievement in any major sport.

On 19 November 2009, Sir Donald Bradman was inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame.

Personal information:

Full name                        Donald George Bradman

Born                                  27 August 1908 New South Wales, Australia

Role                                   Batsman

 Career statistics

National side                 Australia

Competition                  Tests

Matches                           52

Runs scored                  6,996

100s/50s                       29/13

Top score                       334

Wickets                             2

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1. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2:

Contains moderate threat, injury detail and language

Release date: 15 July 2011

Running time: 130 mins

Director: David Yates

Starring:  Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane, Ralph Fiennes, Alan Rickman

Screenplay: J.K. Rowling (novel)

Distributor: Warner Brothers

The wait is over – Harry Potter’s amazing adventure concludes!

The much-anticipated motion picture event is the second of two full-length parts.” It is the final adventure in the Harry Potter film series. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 is a 2011 epic fantasy .In the epic finale, the battle between the good and evil forces of the wizarding world intensifies into an all-out war.

The film has now earned an estimated $318.46 million domestically and an estimated $690 million on the international side for a worldwide total to date of approximately $1.008 billion, already making it, globally, the top-grossing film in Warner Bros. Pictures’ history.

You should see it because: Anticipation is at fever pitch for the nail-biting finale of this great, box office record-breaking series, which is certain to be the biggest hit of the year.

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1. Carlos Slim:

Carlos Slim was born on January 28, 1940. He is a Mexican businessman and philanthropist who as of 2011 is the richest person in the world, for the second year in a row. He is the chairman and chief executive of telecommunications companies América Móvil Telmex . His corporate holdings as of March 2011 have been estimated at US$74 billion. In August 1926, Julián Slim married to Linda Helú, they have six children.

2. Bill Gates:

William Henry “Bill” Gates was born on October 28, 1955 is an American business magnate, philanthropist, author and founder as well chairman of Microsoft. He is consistently ranked among the world’s wealthiest people and was the wealthiest overall from 1995 to 2009, excluding 2008, when he was ranked third. During his career at Microsoft, Gates held the positions of CEO and chief software and architect. He is also an author or co-author of several books. His corporate holdings as on 2011 have been estimated at US$56 billion. Gates married Melinda on January 1, 1994. They have three children.

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Earthquakes are probably the most horrifying natural calamities to hit mankind. An earthquake is also known as a quake, temblor is the result of a sudden release of underground stress or energy along fault lines, that creates seismic waves.  The seismic activity of an area means the frequency, type and size of earthquakes.  When the epicenter of a large earthquake is located offshore, the seabed may be displaced sufficiently to cause a Tsunami. Earthquakes can also trigger landslides, and occasionally volcanic activity.

The size, or magnitude, of earthquakes is usually expressed in terms of the Richter scale, which assigns levels from 1.0 or lower to 9.0 or higher. Magnitude 3 or lower earthquakes are usually almost imperceptible and magnitude 7 and over potentially causes serious damage. The largest earthquakes in historic times have been of magnitude slightly over 9; it was an Earthquake of magnitude 9.5 occurred off the coast of Chile in 1960.while there is no limit to the possible magnitude. In spite of wide research and sophisticated equipment, it is still impossible to predict an earthquake, although experts can estimate the likelihood of an earthquake occurring in a specific region.

The following list presents the deadliest ever earthquakes.

1. Shaanxi (Shensi), China -1556/01/23:

The 1556 Shaanxi winter earthquake is the deadliest earthquake on record. This Earthquake of 8.0 causes more than 820,000 casualties. It was about (80 km) east-northeast of Xi’an, the capital of Shaanxi. The most significant factor contributing to the high death toll was that the majority of population lived in artificial caves or Yaodongs, most of which collapsed. Such was the intensity of the earthquake that hills and valleys were formed in an instant and many rivers changed course. In many references, this earthquake is referred to as the “Shensi Province earthquake of 1556″ (more…)