Edgbaston

Edgbaston is home to Warwickshire CCC.  The first Test Match at Edgbaston was England versus Australia in 1902 which was drawn due to rain.

What is the ICC?

The ICC is the International Cricket Council, the global governing body of cricket. It was founded in 1909 to set the rules and regulations to govern international matches, and was named initially the Imperial Cricket Conference. It took on its current name in 1989.  Initial members were England, Australia and South Africa, with the West Indies, India and New Zealand elected as full members in 1926. South Africa exited in 1961 after leaving the Commonwealth.

What is Free Word?

Free Word is an arts organisation focused on the "power and politics of words". It is also a home for organisations interested in who gets to speak and be heard in society. It is based in London's Clerkenwell (named after an actual well where mystery plays were performed in the Middle Ages).

Advertising executive Tim Duffy is Chair of Free Word and has personal interests in political history and literature. Writers and broadcasters, news presenters and think-tank founders are also represented on the Board of Free Word.

Edamame Beans

Edamame beans refers to a preparation of immature soybeans in the pod  found in East Asian cuisine. The first written reference to the word was in the 13th Century. It is rich in folate (needed to metabolise amino acids) and Vitamin K (found in green leafy vegetables also).

What is the national epic of Poland?

The national epic of Poland is called Pan Tadeusz (Sir Thaddeus) and is written by Adam Mickiewicz. It was first published in June 1834. It is written in so-called Polish alexandrines which has emphasis place on the sixth and twelfth syllables.

Trent Bridge

Trent Bridge is a cricket ground in Nottinghamshire close to the river Trent and the city of Nottingham. It dates back to the 1830s. It is located in the town of West Bridgford.

Dual aspect

Dual aspect refers to a flat or other habitation with openable windows on two sides, allowing views in more than one direction and more natural ventilation and daylight.