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This People in the News title discusses the life and work of Robert Kirkman originator of the Walking Dead comic books which has lead to the popular AMC television series, websites, games and other merchandise.; This contemporary biography series profiles the lives of some of today's most prominent newsmakers; whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, books in this series examine why these well-known people garner public attention.; Offering insight into the lives of people who have made an impact in the modern era, People in the News volumes are sure to be of interest to students researching current topics and popular culture. Through quotations from the individual profiled as well

The Ballard Locks, a vital component of Seattle's waterways, connect Puget Sound with the city's freshwater lakes. Completed in 1917, they were the largest locks on the West Coast and the second largest in the U.S. after the Panama Canal. Their primary function is to regulate lake levels and facilitate vessel movement. As a major tourist destination, the locks attract over a million visitors each year, who enjoy watching salmon navigate the fish ladder, exploring botanical gardens, and observing a variety of ships in action.

The Ballard Locks serve as a vital link between Puget Sound and Seattle's freshwater lakes, being the busiest facility of its kind in the U.S. Completed in 1917, they were the largest locks on the West Coast and play a crucial role in maintaining water levels and facilitating vessel movement. A major tourist attraction, the locks draw over a million visitors each year, who enjoy watching salmon migrate through the fish ladder, exploring the botanical gardens, and observing the diverse array of ships navigating the locks.

For more than 4,000 years, the land known as Syria was marched over, sacked, and occupied by soldiers of many empires of the world. In 1516, Syria became part of the vast Ottoman Empire of the Turks. After the Ottomans' defeat in World War I, Syria came under the authority of France. In 1946,... číst celé