World's First Licensed Armless Pilot Jessica Cox Biography, Interview, Wedding Video

Armless Pilot Jessica Cox Biography

Armless Pilot Jessica Cox

Born: February 2, 1983 (age 31)
United States Sierra Vista, Arizona, USA
Residence: Tucson, Arizona
Nationality: USA
Citizenship: United States United States of America
Education:  Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Alma mater: University of Arizona
Occupation: Motivational Speaking, Keynote Speaker
Years active: Since November 2005
Employer: Jessica Cox Motivational Services
Known for: Armless Surfing, Armless Scuba Diving, Armless Ercoupe Pilot, Armless Taekwondo
Religion: Catholic
Spouse: Patrick Chamberlain
Awards: Guinness World Record: The Only Pilot to Fly With Their Feet,US Inspiration Awards for Women 2012: Most Aspirational
Website:
www.rightfooted.com

Jessica Cox Childhood

Jessica Cox Biography

Jessica Cox is the world's first licensed armless pilot, as well as the first armless black-belt in the American Taekwondo Association. She was born without arms due to a rare birth defect. (she now has two black belts in Taekwondo). She was born without arms due to a rare birth defect. She earned her pilot's license on October 10, 2008, after three years of training, and is qualified to fly a light-sport aircraft to altitudes of 10,000 feet; Jessica Cox flew in a single engine airplane for the first time via Wright Flight. She received her flight training through an Able Flight scholarship and soloed under the instruction of Parrish Traweek. Jessica Cox has not used prosthetic arms since she turned 14. Using her feet as most people use their hands, she is able, among other things, to drive a car (she has an unrestricted license and drives a car without modifications), to type on a keyboard (25 words per minute), to pump her own gas, and to put in and remove her contact lenses. She is also a certified SCUBA diver. Cox holds a Bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Arizona and works as a motivational speaker and has shared her message in 18 different countries.

Jessica Cox, Armless Pilot Interview

Born without arms, Jessica Cox, the first person with no arms to be granted a light sport pilot certificate by the FAA, met with AVweb at AirVenture Oshkosh 2009. Be prepared to never complain about anything ever again.

Jessica Cox on Ellen

Jessica Cox with husband Patrick Chamberlain

Now Mrs. Jessica Cox Chamberlain

Jessica Cox with husband Patrick Chamberlain May 12, 2012, she married a 4thdegree taekwondo black belt and instructor Patrick Chamberlain, after 2 years of dating and 1 year engagement.

Jessica Cox Wedding Video

Malala Yousafzai Biography

Malala Yousafzai  Biography 

Born: 12 July 1997 (age 16)
Mingora, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Residence: Birmingham, England
Nationality: Pakistani
Occupation: BBC Blogger, activist for rights to education and for women
Known for: Activism, Taliban assassination attempt
Religion:        Sunni Islam
Relatives: Ziauddin Yousafzai (father)
Awards: Honorary Canadian citizenship
National Youth Peace Prize
Sakharov Prize
Simone de Beauvoir Prize

Yousafzai  was born on 12 July 1997 into a Sunni Muslim family of Pashtun ethnicity. She was given her first name Malala (meaning "grief-stricken") after Malalai of Maiwand, a famous Pashtun poet and warrior woman from southern Afghanistan. Her last name, Yousafzai, is that of a large Pashtun tribal confederation that is predominant in Pakistan's Swat Valley, where she grew up. At her house in Mingora, she lived with her two younger brothers, her parents, Ziauddin and Toor Pekai, and two pet chickens. Yousafzai was educated in large part by her father, Ziauddin Yousafzai, who is a poet, school owner, and an educational activist himself, running a chain of schools known as the Khushal Public School. She once stated to an interviewer that she would like to become a doctor, though later her father encouraged her to become a politician instead. Ziauddin referred to his daughter as something entirely special, permitting her to stay up at night and talk about politics after her two brothers had been sent to bed. She is known for her activism for rights to education and for women.  On the morning of Tuesday, 9 October 2012, Malala boarded her school bus in the northwest Pakistani district of Swat. A gunman asked for Malala by name, then pointed a Colt 45 at her and fired three shots. One bullet hit the left side of Malala's forehead, traveled under her skin the length of her face and then into her shoulder. In the days immediately following the attack, she remained unconscious and in critical condition,

But later Yousafzai  condition improved enough for her to be sent to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham, England, for intensive rehabilitation. On 12 October, a group of 50 Islamic clerics in Pakistan issued a fatwā against those who tried to kill her, but the Taliban reiterated its intent to kill Yousafzai and her father. Yousafzai started speaking about education rights as early as September 2008, when her father took her to Peshawar to speak at the local press club. "How dare the Taliban take away my basic right to education?" Yousafzai asked her audience in a speech covered by newspapers and television channels throughout the region

Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, and their daughter Malia meet with Malala Yousafzai in the Oval Office, 11 Oct 2013

 "Malala Day" The Day of  Every Woman

On 12 July 2013, Yousafzai's 16th birthday, she spoke at the UN to call for worldwide access to education. The UN dubbed the event "Malala Day". It was her first public speech since the attack, leading the first ever Youth Takeover of the UN, with an audience of over 500 young education advocates from around the world.

"The terrorists thought they would change my aims and stop my ambitions, but nothing changed in my life except this: weakness, fear and hopelessness died. Strength, power and courage was born ... I am not against anyone, neither am I here to speak in terms of personal revenge against the Taliban or any other terrorist group. I'm here to speak up for the right of education for every child. I want education for the sons and daughters of the Taliban and all terrorists and extremists."

Yousafzai received several standing ovations. Ban Ki-moon, who also spoke at the session, described her as "our hero". Yousafzai also presented the chamber with "The Education We Want", a Youth Resolution of education demands written by Youth for Youth, in a process co-ordinated by the UN Global Education First Youth Advocacy Group, telling her audience:

"Malala day is not my day. Today is the day of every woman, every boy and every girl who have raised their voice for their rights." The Pakistani government did not comment on Yousafzai's UN appearance, amid a backlash against her in Pakistan's press and social media.

Malala Yousafzai; Christina Lamb (8 October 2013). I am Malala: The Story of the Girl Who Stood Up for Education and was Shot by the Taliban. Orion. ISBN 978-0-297-87093-7. — Autobiography published October 2013. The All Pakistan Private Schools Federation announced that the book would be banned in its 152,000 member institutions, stating that the book disrespected Islam and could have a "negative" influence.

5 Must-Have Proteins For Vegetarians

A huge dilemma most vegetarians face while gaining muscle mass is: am I getting enough proteins? After all, most of us have been prescribed the renowned high-protein-low-carb diet to get ripped. But cast aside your aspersions; there are tons of proteins to be found in vegetarian sources too.

Whole Grains and Quinoa

Whole grains are a great source of protein but you’ve hit jackpot in quinoa. Unlike many other sources of vegetarian protein, quinoa comprises of all essentials that make it a ‘complete protein’. Just one cup of cooked quinoa provides you with about 18 grams of protein. Whole grains, including whole grain bread, brown rice, and barley are some of the ideal protein-rich options for vegetarians.

Beans, Lentils and Legumes

Black beans, kidney beans, dal or hummus—pick whichever you fancy and watch the protein grams add up.

Tofu and Soy Products

Soy is one protein every health freak swears by! It’s a flavour chameleon and you can get soy in the form of soy milk, tofu, edamame, soy ice cream, yoghurt, nuts, soy cheese and more. Many brands of tofu and soy milk are also additionally fortified with essential nutrients, making them absolute must-haves for your protein intake.

Nuts

All nuts, including peanuts, cashews, almonds and walnuts are protein-rich. However, because they’re also high in fat, do not make them your primary source of protein. But they make for a great post-workout meal or an occasional snack.

Protein Supplements

Trying to build some serious muscle? Then your protein requirement will be marginally higher than that of an average person. That’s where whey protein comes into picture. Consult your dietician before making a purchase and opt for a powder which also contains casein, another dairy-based builder.

Hrithik - Sussanne to Patch Up

Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan and his interior designer wife Sussanne Roshan who separated last year seem to be working on solving their differences.

World’s Biggest Rangoli Record

Biggest Rangoli

Biggest Rangoli Golden Book of World Record Singrauli Sheela Foundation DM Collector NCL

The World Record of making World’s Biggest Rangoli has been achieved by Mr. Manickam Selvendran- Collector & DM Singrauli; in association with Mr. Tejinder Singh- Chairman, Sheela Foundation and Northern Coalfields Limited, Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh, India.

Logo of ‘Save Girl Child Campaign’ was made in rangoli; measuring 22,863 square meters (2,46,095 square feet). On April 14, 2013; more than 1500 students at the NCL stadium Jhingurdah, Singrauli, made the Rangoli in which about 50,000 kg of rangoli colors in seven shades were used.
This world record was supported by Chhavi Bhardwaj IAS Commissioner Municipal Corporation Singrauli M.P.

Previous Record:
World’s Largest Rangoli made by Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya, Ahmedabad (India) on 26th November 2011.It was created at the Ashokbhau Firodia School ground and measured 9,028 square metres (97,176 square feet). More than 2,500 students and members of Brahma Kumaris youth wing from all over the country participated in the mega event.