Various businesses and organizations, people, places, arts, science and technology terms, and other uses (see sections below).
Businesses and Organizations
Food and Beverage Companies
A&W Restaurants is an American fast-food chain specializing in hamburgers, root beer floats, and drive-in service.[1] Founded in 1919 in Lodi, California, by Roy W. Allen, who opened a roadside root beer stand, the business expanded when Allen partnered with Frank Wright in 1922, leading to the adoption of the A&W name derived from their initials.[2] The chain pioneered franchising in 1925, becoming the first franchiserestaurant model in the United States, and grew to over 900 locations in 16 countries, including the United States and Asia, as of 2025, with plans to open additional locations that year.[3][4] Acquired by Yum! Brands in 2002, it transitioned to full franchisee ownership in 2011 through A Great American Brand, LLC, emphasizing single-brand units with drive-thrus.[5][6]A&W Root Beer, an iconic Americansoft drink, was introduced in 1919 alongside the founding of the restaurants, using a recipe featuring sarsaparilla and vanilla for its distinctive creamier taste.[1] The caffeine-free beverage, made with real cane sugar, herbs, bark, spices, and berries, became a hallmark of the brand's draft root beer floats served in frosty mugs.[1] Bottled and canned versions are distributed by Keurig Dr Pepper, which has owned the brand rights (excluding Canada) since the 2018 merger forming the company, with ongoing innovations like clear plastic bottles introduced in 2019 to enhance recyclability.[7]A&W in Canada operates as a separate franchise from the U.S. chain, established in 1956 with its first location in Winnipeg, Manitoba.[2] The chain, known for unique menu items such as the Teen Burger—a signature offering introduced in the 1960s featuring a beef patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and A&W sauce—has grown to over 1,080 locations across Canada as of August 2025.[8][9] Owned and operated by A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., it maintains independence while sharing the brand's root beer heritage and focuses on Canadian-sourced ingredients for items like beef patties.[10]
Publishing and Education
Addison-Wesley is an Americanpublishingcompany specializing in textbooks for mathematics, science, and computer science.[11] It was founded in 1942 by brothers Lew Addison Cummings and Melbourne Wesley Cummings in Cambridge, Massachusetts, initially focusing on educational materials for technical fields.[12] The company gained prominence in the mid-20th century by producing high-quality academic resources that supported advancements in STEM education, including influential series in computer science and information processing.[13]In 1988, Addison-Wesley was acquired by the British publishing firm Pearson PLC for $283 million, marking a significant expansion for Pearson into the American higher education market.[14] Following the acquisition, it was integrated into Pearson's operations and later merged with other imprints to form Addison-Wesley Longman in 1994, eventually becoming part of Pearson Education.[15] Under Pearson, Addison-Wesley continued to emphasize rigorous, peer-reviewed content for university-level instruction, contributing to global educational standards in technical disciplines.The publisher is particularly renowned for its role in disseminating foundational works in computer science. A seminal example is Donald Knuth's The Art of Computer Programming, Volume 1, first published by Addison-Wesley in 1968, which established rigorous mathematical approaches to algorithm analysis and remains a cornerstone text in the field.[16] This publication exemplified Addison-Wesley's commitment to high-impact, long-lasting contributions to academic literature, influencing generations of researchers and educators.
Airlines and Transportation
Africa World Airlines (AWA) is a privately owned Ghanaian airline founded on November 15, 2010, by Togbe Afede XIV, with its inaugural revenue flight commencing on September 21, 2012.[17] Headquartered in Accra at Kotoka International Airport, it operates as a regional carrier serving domestic routes within Ghana—such as Accra to Kumasi, Tamale, Takoradi, and Wa—and international destinations in West Africa, including Lagos and Abuja in Nigeria.[18] The airline maintains a fleet of eight aircraft, primarily Boeing 737-300s, enabling efficient short-haul operations across its network.[17] As a joint venture involving Ghana's Social Security and National Insurance Trust (a state entity), SAS Finance Group, and China's Hainan Airlines, AWA holds partial government involvement while functioning as a private enterprise.[19]The Ahnapee and Western Railway (A&W) was a short-line railroad in northeastern Wisconsin, USA, incorporated on August 18, 1890, by local landowner Edward Decker to stimulate economic development in the Door Peninsula.[20] Spanning approximately 35 miles from a connection with the Green Bay and Western Railroad at Casco Junction (near Luxemburg) to Sturgeon Bay via Algoma, it began operations in 1892 and primarily transported freight such as lumber, dairy products, agricultural goods like grain and peas, and other commodities including condensed milk and cherries.[21] Passenger service operated until 1937, with brief wartime resumption for prisoner-of-war transport, but the line increasingly focused on freight amid competition from automobiles and trucks.[20] Acquired by the Green Bay and Western in 1906, sold to local interests in 1947, and later managed by the McCloud River Railroad from 1970 until reverting to Green Bay and Western control in 1978, the A&W ceased operations following the washout of the Kewaunee River Bridge, with its final train running on March 25, 1986; the line was fully abandoned by 1987 and is now documented in regional historical archives.[21] In its early 20th-century heyday, the railway facilitated the transport of branded merchandise, supporting regional distribution networks.
People
Individuals with Surname Aw
Aw Boon Haw (1882–1954), a Burmese-Chinese entrepreneur and philanthropist of Hakka descent, is renowned for co-founding the Tiger Balm medicinal ointment and building a multinational business empire around it. Born in Rangoon (now Yangon), Burma, to herbalist Aw Chu Kin, who established the Eng Aun Tong pharmacy, Aw inherited the family trade upon his father's death in 1908 and refined the balm's formula with his younger brother, Aw Boon Par, launching it commercially as a versatile analgesic. By the 1920s, the product had propelled the brothers to wealth, leading Aw Boon Haw to relocate operations to Singapore in 1926, where he founded the Haw Par Brothers company and constructed a major factory on Neil Road. His entrepreneurial ventures extended into media, including ownership of the English-language Singapore Standardnewspaper launched in 1950 to promote local interests and counter colonial policies, as well as the Chinese daily Sin Chew Jit Poh.[22][23][24][25][26]Aw Boon Haw's philanthropy emphasized education, healthcare, and moral instruction, funding schools, hospitals, orphanages, and clinics across Southeast Asia and China. During World War II, as Japanese forces occupied much of his operational territories, he fled to Hong Kong and donated millions—equivalent to substantial portions of his fortune—to Chinese war relief efforts, including support for the Nationalist government in Chongqing alongside figures like Tan Kah Kee. In 1937, to alleviate his brother's homesickness, he developed the Tiger Balm Garden (later known as Haw Par Villa) in Singapore, an open-air park featuring over 1,000 statues illustrating Chinese folklore, Confucian values, and moral parables, which became a popular tourist site promoting ethical lessons. Aw's cultural influence persisted posthumously, with his estate continuing charitable works until his death in Honolulu, Hawaii, in 1954.[25][27][28][29][30]Aw Boon Par (1888–1944), the younger brother of Aw Boon Haw, played a pivotal role in expanding the family's pharmaceutical enterprise from its Rangoon base. Born in Rangoon to the same Hakka herbalist father, Aw Boon Par managed the original Eng Aun Tong operations after 1908, co-developing Tiger Balm and diversifying into broader pharmaceuticals while investing in real estate across Burma, which solidified the brothers' regional dominance by the 1930s. Unlike his more peripatetic brother, Aw Boon Par focused on local growth in Rangoon, overseeing production and distribution that fueled the balm's export success to markets in Asia and beyond. The Haw Par Villa in Singapore, constructed in 1937 at his brother's initiative, served as his personal residence and a symbol of the family's cultural roots, blending Burmese-Chinese architectural elements with gardens that depicted traditional tales to educate visitors on morality and heritage. Aw Boon Par's contributions to the business ended with his death in 1944, amid wartime disruptions, leaving a legacy tied to the ointment's global brand and the brothers' joint philanthropic ethos.[23][24][31][29][30]Sally Aw (born 1932), also known as Aw Sian, is a Hong Kong businesswoman, philanthropist, and media proprietor. The daughter of Aw Boon Haw, she inherited control of the family businesses after his death in 1954, including the Tiger Balm empire and newspapers such as the Sing Tao Daily. Under her leadership, Sing Tao Holdings expanded into a major media group with international reach, and she became the first woman elected president of the International Press Institute in 1980. Aw was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1978 for her contributions to journalism and philanthropy. She sold her stake in Sing Tao in 1999 amid financial challenges but continued charitable work focused on education and healthcare.[32]
Individuals with Initials A.W.
A. H. Weiler (December 10, 1908 – July 22, 2001) was an American journalist, editor, and film critic renowned for his long tenure at The New York Times.[33] He joined the newspaper in 1939 as a copy editor in the sports department before transitioning to film coverage, where he served as a critic, motion picture editor, and columnist until his retirement in 1986.[33] Over his 50-year career, Weiler contributed to thousands of film reviews and articles, offering insightful commentary on Hollywood productions and industry trends that shaped public discourse on cinema during the mid-20th century.[33]Weiler's signature "Hollywood Insider" column provided behind-the-scenes perspectives on the film world, blending journalistic rigor with an appreciation for cinematic artistry.[33] His work emphasized the cultural significance of movies, often highlighting innovative storytelling and performances in an era when Hollywood navigated post-war changes and the rise of television.[33] Among his notable contributions were reviews of landmark films that captured the evolving landscape of American cinema, reflecting his commitment to balanced, informed criticism.[33] Weiler's legacy endures as a key voice in film journalism, influencing generations of critics through his dedication to the medium's narrative and technical achievements.[33]
Places
Sovereign Territories
Aruba is an island country in the southern Caribbean Sea, located approximately 29 kilometers north of the Venezuelan Paraguaná Peninsula and 25 kilometers west of Curaçao. It is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, alongside Curaçao, Sint Maarten, and the Netherlands itself, sharing the Dutch monarch as head of state while maintaining internal self-government.[34][35]As a sovereign territory, Aruba is designated by the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code "AW," which facilitates its identification in international standards for geography, trade, and communications. The island spans about 180 square kilometers, featuring a flat, arid landscape with xeric vegetation, influenced by its semi-arid tropical climate that receives limited annual rainfall of around 500 millimeters.[36]Aruba's population is approximately 108,000 as of 2025, with a density of about 600 people per square kilometer, concentrated primarily in urban areas.[37] The capital and largest city is Oranjestad, situated on the island's southwestern coast, serving as the administrative, commercial, and cultural hub with a population exceeding 30,000. The economy is predominantly service-based, with tourism accounting for over 70% of GDP through its renowned beaches, resorts, and ecotourism; historically, oil refining contributed significantly until the closure of the Lago refinery in 2012, though discussions persist on potential reactivation to diversify amid tourism fluctuations. The economy grew by approximately 7% in 2024, driven by tourism recovery.[38][39][40][41]Politically, Aruba achieved its current status on January 1, 1986, when it seceded from the Netherlands Antilles to become a separate entity within the Kingdom, known as "status aparte." This autonomy was formalized through constitutional reforms, granting control over internal affairs while the Netherlands retains responsibility for defense and foreign policy. The .aw domain serves as Aruba's country code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the internet's Domain Name System, introduced in 1996 and administered by SETAR, the local telecommunications provider, to support digital infrastructure for businesses and government.[42]
Educational Institutions
The Anthony Wayne Local School District is a public school district serving communities in Lucas and Wood counties, Ohio, United States, primarily within Lucas County. It operates six schools, including three primary schools for grades K-4, a middle school for grades 5-6, a junior high for grades 7-8, and a high school for grades 9-12, educating approximately 4,100 students.[43][44] The district was formed in the early 1950s through the consolidation of preexisting school systems from the townships of Monclova, Waterville, and Whitehouse, driven by community efforts to create a centralized educational hub; the first high school graduation occurred in 1951.[45][46]The name "Anthony Wayne" honors General Anthony Wayne, a Revolutionary War leader known as "Mad Anthony" for his bold tactics, who also commanded U.S. forces in the Northwest Indian War near the district's location along the Anthony Wayne Trail.[46] This naming reflects the area's historical ties to early American military and settlement history, with the district's mascot, the Generals, further emphasizing this legacy. The district has grown over seven decades through community-supported initiatives, including voter-approved bonds and levies that have funded modern facilities, such as technology-enhanced wings and science laboratories, contributing to sustained educational development across its 77-square-mile service area.[45][47]Anthony Wayne Local School District is recognized for its robust STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) programs, which integrate hands-on learning and real-world applications to prepare students for competitive careers. Offerings include the STEM in Society class at the junior high level, where seventh and eighth graders develop solutions to community problems, as well as elementary STEM clubs and a designated STEM school at Waterville Primary.[48][49][50] The district's emphasis on STEM has led to accolades, such as being a state finalist in the 2024 Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition, where students proposed innovative STEM-driven projects addressing local challenges.[51] These programs, supported by the Anthony Wayne Education Foundation's grants for academic excellence, enhance student engagement and outcomes.[52]The district's high academic standards are evidenced by 5-star ratings in achievement, gap closing, and graduation components, and 3 stars in progress, as per the 2024 Ohio Department of Education report card.[53] For the class of 2024, the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate reached 100%, surpassing state averages and reflecting effective preparation for postsecondary success.[54] This strong performance underscores the district's community impact, as it fosters a highly educated workforce in the Toledo region, promotes lifelong learning, and strengthens local economic vitality through partnerships with businesses and higher education institutions.[47] The district's curriculum draws on established resources, including mathematics textbooks from publishers like Addison-Wesley, to deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction.[55]
Arts, Entertainment, and Media
Music and Musicians
Alan Walker (born August 24, 1997, in Northampton, England, and raised in Bergen, Norway) is a British-Norwegian DJ and record producer who prominently features the initials "AW" in his branding, including a stylized logo used across his official website, merchandise, and visual identity.[56] Walker gained international prominence with his breakthrough single "Faded," released in December 2015 through MER Musikk, which peaked at number one in over 10 countries, including Austria, the Czech Republic, Finland, Germany, Hungary, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Slovakia, and Sweden.[57][58] The track, featuring vocals by Iselin Solheim, has accumulated over 3.8 billion views on YouTube as of August 2025 and more than 2.2 billion streams on Spotify.)[59] His discography includes the debut studio album Different World (2018), which debuted at number one on the Norwegian Albums Chart and features collaborations with artists like Noah Cyrus and K-391, blending melodic future bass with cinematic elements.[60] Walker is signed to Sony Music via his independent label MER Musikk, which has supported his global tours and subsequent releases like World of Walker (2021) and Walkerworld 2.0 (2025).[61][62]A.W. is the stage name adopted by American singer-songwriter John-Allison Weiss (born April 13, 1987, in Athens, Georgia), a queer trans artist recognized for indie pop music that delves into themes of personal identity, heartbreak, and intimate relationships through raw, confessional lyrics and melodic arrangements.[63][64] Weiss publicly began their gender transition around 2021, marking a pivotal shift in their artistic expression, as reflected in songs addressing self-discovery and change, such as "Different Now" from their 2023 album The Long Way.[65] This release, distributed through Lower Key Music, serves as a post-transition milestone, exploring emotional reinvention with tracks like "Dust Storm" and "Feels Like Hell," produced in a DIY style that echoes Weiss's early career ethos.[66] Prior to using the A.W. moniker more consistently, Weiss performed and recorded as Allison Weiss, releasing notable albums including Say What You Mean (2013) on No Sleep Records, which critiques relational dynamics with punk-infused indie pop energy and includes standouts like "Making It Up" and "I Was an Island."[67] Weiss's work has been praised for its vulnerability and has built a dedicated following through crowdfunding campaigns and independent tours, influencing the queer indie scene. In 2025, Weiss launched a crowdfunding campaign for a new country album under the project name Charlie Mtn..[63]
Film and Literature
A. H. Weiler served as a film critic and motion picture editor for The New York Times from 1939 until his retirement in 1972, often signing his reviews with the byline "A.W."[33] Over his more than three-decade career, Weiler contributed thousands of reviews, many focused on films that received Academy Award nominations, offering critical insights into their narrative construction, character development, and cultural significance. His work helped shape public and industry perceptions of cinematic quality during a pivotal era in Hollywood history, from the Golden Age to the New Hollywood movement. For instance, in a 1953 review of The War of the Worlds, signed as A.W., Weiler praised the film's innovative special effects and thematic exploration of human vulnerability against extraterrestrial invasion, noting its effective blend of spectacle and social commentary. Similarly, in his 1957 critique of 12 Angry Men, he highlighted the film's tense structure as a "masterly and gripping" examination of justice and prejudice in American society.Weiler's analyses extended to major releases that contended for Oscars, emphasizing how films like these elevated genre storytelling through thematic depth and technical prowess. His reviews, characterized by a balanced yet incisive tone, influenced award-season discussions and remain archived as key primary sources for film studies. In one 1973 piece post-retirement, Weiler reflected on mafia-themed cinema, comparing newer works to classics like The Godfather (1972) for their portrayal of power dynamics and moral ambiguity, underscoring the genre's evolution.[68]In literature, the initials "A.W." refer to an anonymous 17th-century English poet whose songs and verses appeared in anthologies such as A Poetical Rapsody (1602).
Science and Technology
Physical Units and Measures
In physics and engineering, the abbreviation AW or aw denotes specific units for measuring power and related physical quantities. The airwatt (AW) is a non-SI unit used to quantify the suction power of vacuum cleaners, representing the effective air power available for cleaning tasks. It is calculated as the product of airflow rate (typically in liters per second or cubic feet per minute) and vacuumpressure (in kilopascals or inches of waterlift), standardized under ASTM F558 to ensure consistent testing conditions across devices. Introduced in the 1980s by ASTM International, the airwatt provides a more reliable metric than electrical wattage alone, as it accounts for the actual mechanical work performed by the airflow.[69][69] For household vacuum cleaners, typical airwatt ratings range from 100 to 200 AW, with higher values indicating stronger suction suitable for everyday debris removal on carpets and hard floors.[70]The attowatt (aW), a derived SI unit of power, equals 10^{-18} watts and is employed in contexts requiring measurement of extremely low energy fluxes, particularly in quantum mechanics and optics. Defined through the atto- prefix in the International System of Units, it quantifies minute power levels where individual photons contribute significantly to the total energy. In quantum experiments, such as single-molecule detection under weak laserexcitation, incident powers as low as 150 aW enable the observation of correlated photon emissions, facilitating studies of molecular dynamics at the quantum level.[71] This unit is crucial for applications like photon-counting detectors in quantum information processing, where attowatt-scale sensitivities distinguish signal from thermal noise.[72]Additionally, aw denotes water activity, a dimensionless measure (ranging from 0 to 1) of the free water available for microbial growth or chemical reactions in materials, applied in food and pharmaceutical engineering for moisture control and stability assessment.[73]
Computing and Communications
The .aw is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Aruba, a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in the Caribbean. It serves as the internet namespace for websites and online services associated with Aruba, following the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code "AW" assigned to the territory. The domain was entered into the DNS root zone on February 20, 1996, by the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA).[74]Management of the .aw registry is handled by SETAR, Aruba's leading telecommunications company, which operates under agreements with ICANN to oversee domain allocations, technical operations, and policy enforcement. Registration is limited to legal entities or individuals with a demonstrated presence in Aruba, such as locally incorporated businesses, partnerships, or residents with valid identification like a Chamber of Commerce extract; applicants must provide contact details and pay annual fees of Afl. 89 (approximately $50 USD), with domains valid for one year and renewable.[75][76] As of November 2025, approximately 484 .aw domains are registered, reflecting its niche use primarily by local businesses, government entities, and tourism-related services.[74][77]In electronic mail protocols, "AW:" functions as a localized prefix in subject lines for replies within German-speaking contexts, abbreviating "Antwort" (German for "reply") and paralleling the standard English "Re:" indicator. This practice emerged in the 1990s alongside the widespread adoption of email in European professional environments, particularly through clients like Microsoft Outlook configured for German locales, which automatically prepend "AW:" to maintain thread continuity. While RFC 5322 specifies the Internet Message Format and permits optional reply prefixes like "Re:" for syntactic flexibility in headers, the "AW:" convention is a cultural adaptation not mandated by the standard but commonly recognized in multilingual correspondence to avoid confusion in cross-lingual exchanges.[78][79]
Environmental Classifications
In the Köppen climate classification system, "Aw" designates a tropical savanna climate, a subtype of tropical climates (group A) marked by consistently warm temperatures and a distinct seasonal precipitation pattern. The defining temperature criterion is an average of at least 18°C in the coolest month, ensuring year-round warmth with minimal seasonal variation, typically ranging from 25°C to 30°C in warmer months. This climate supports savanna vegetation, including grasses and scattered trees adapted to periodic water stress.[80]Precipitation in Aw climates features wet summers driven by monsoonal influences and dry winters, with the driest month receiving less than 60 mm but equal to or greater than 100 mm minus (annual precipitation in mm divided by 25) of rain. Annual totals generally fall between 900 and 1,500 mm, with over 70% occurring during the wet season, fostering droughts in cooler months that shape ecological dynamics like fire-prone grasslands. Examples include northern Australia, where Darwin exemplifies the wet-dry cycle; parts of central and peninsular India; and Aruba, which displays similar patterns of seasonal aridity.[80][81][82][83]Water activity, denoted as a_w, serves as a key metric in ecological and food science applications, quantifying the unbound water in a solution or material available to support biological processes like microbial proliferation. Defined as a dimensionless value between 0 (no free water) and 1 (pure water), it is computed using the formulaa_w = \frac{P}{P_0},where P is the vapor pressure over the solution and P_0 is the vapor pressure over pure water at the same temperature; equivalently, a_w = equilibrium relative humidity / 100. This measure reflects the energy status of water molecules, influencing osmotic pressure and stability in environments from soils to processed foods.[84]In food preservation, controlling a_w is essential for inhibiting spoilage and extending shelf life, as higher values enable enzymatic reactions and pathogen growth while lower ones limit them. Most bacteria require a_w \geq 0.91 to thrive, but reducing it below 0.91 halts the majority, and a_w < 0.6 effectively prevents bacterial growth entirely by depriving microbes of sufficient free water. Yeasts and molds tolerate lower thresholds (down to 0.70–0.88), making a_w management a cornerstone of techniques like drying, salting, or humectant addition in products such as dried fruits or cured meats.[84][73][85]
Other Uses
Military and Government
The Agencja Wywiadu (AW), Poland's foreign intelligence agency, was established on June 29, 2002, through the restructuring and division of the former Urząd Ochrony Państwa (UOP), under the Act of May 24, 2002.[86] The agency reports directly to the Prime Minister, who sets its objectives, approves work plans, and exercises oversight through the Governmental Council for Special Services. Its primary responsibilities include conducting operational, reconnaissance, analytical, and informational activities to protect national security, with a focus on countering espionage and analyzing international threats such as terrorism and regional conflicts.In practice, the AW engages in cooperation with foreign intelligence services to address external dangers, including those posed by hostile states. During the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, the agency played a role in Western intelligence efforts, including intercepting and releasing communications from Russian soldiers that highlighted low morale and reluctance to fight, thereby supporting broader allied operations against Russian aggression.[87]The Arctic Warfare (AW) is a bolt-action sniper rifle system developed by the British company Accuracy International, with its precursor, the Precision Marksman rifle, entering British service in 1985 as the L96A1. The AW platform, introduced in the late 1980s, is chambered primarily in 7.62×51mm NATO ammunition and is designed for reliability in extreme cold weather conditions, featuring a free-floating barrel and modular chassis for enhanced accuracy and adaptability.[88] It has an effective range of up to 800 meters with standard optics, though sub-MOA precision allows for longer engagements under optimal conditions.Widely adopted for military applications, the AW has been used by over 30 armed forces worldwide, including the British Special Air Service (SAS), which employs it for precision marksmanship in counter-terrorism and reconnaissance roles.[89] Notable variants include the AW50, chambered in .50 BMG for anti-materiel purposes with an extended effective range beyond 1,500 meters, reflecting the system's evolution for diverse tactical needs.
Language and Expressions
The interjection "aw" in English expresses mild disappointment, sympathy, commiseration, or affection, often drawn out as "aww" to convey tenderness or endearment.[90][91] It functions as an exclamation to soften emotional responses, such as protesting mildly or showing empathy in casual conversation.[92]The earliest recorded use of "aw" dates to the mid-19th century, appearing in 1852 in the writings of American author Harriet Beecher Stowe, though its informal nature suggests possible earlier oral usage.[93] Phonetically, it is typically transcribed as /ɔː/ in British English or /ɑ/ in American English, pronounced with a prolonged vowel sound to emphasize sentiment.[94][95]Common phrases include "Aw, that's sweet" to denote affection for something endearing, or "Aw, man" to voice disappointment, as in reacting to an unfortunate event.[96][97] In literature, "aw" emerges in 19th-century American works to capture vernacular emotion, evolving into a staple of modern dialogue in novels and media for relatable, heartfelt expressions.[93]In German email correspondence, "AW" serves as an abbreviation for Antwort (reply), prefixed to subject lines in a formal linguistic convention akin to "Re:" in English.[98]
Transportation Infrastructure
The Ahnapee and Western Railway (A&W), a shortline railroad in northeastern Wisconsin, USA, was incorporated on August 18, 1890, by local investors to connect agricultural and industrial areas in Door and Kewaunee counties.[20]Construction began in 1892, linking Casco Junction on the Kewaunee, Green Bay and Western Railroad to the ports of Algoma (formerly Ahnapee) and Sturgeon Bay, spanning approximately 14 miles of track that facilitated the transport of regional goods to broader markets.[99] Initially independent, the line came under the control of the Green Bay and Western Railroad in 1906 through stock acquisition, operating as a branch until local interests repurchased it in 1947 to revive freight services amid post-war economic shifts.[99]Throughout its operational history, the A&W played a vital economic role by shipping agricultural and forest products, including condensed milk from dairy operations, cherries from local orchards, peas, sugar beets, and lumber-related items such as sawdust and plywood veneers, which supported Wisconsin's cheese and paper industries indirectly through supply chains.[20] Peak freight volumes in the mid-20th century included up to 20 cars of condensed milk weekly and substantial cherry shipments, underscoring the railway's importance to rural economies before trucking competition diminished rail usage by the 1960s.[20] Ownership changed hands multiple times, including to Champion International in 1971, which relied on Green Bay and Western for continued service until infrastructure failures intervened.[99]Operations effectively ceased in 1986 following a washout of the Kewaunee River Bridge during a flood, with the final freight run occurring on March 25 of that year, rendering the line unusable beyond a short stub.[20] Although later acquired by Fox Valley and Western Ltd. in 1993, no significant revival occurred, and much of the right-of-way was abandoned.[99] Today, the former tracks from Luxemburg to Sturgeon Bay form the Ahnapee State Trail, a 31-mile multi-use recreational path popular for hiking and biking, preserving the corridor's historical legacy while promoting tourism in the region.[20]
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In May 1953, Aw Boon Haw publicly urged the colonial government to support local enterprises rather than hinder them. 14 After several rounds of negotiation, ...
May 27, 2020 · Among the most prominent community leaders were Tan Kah Kee and Aw Boon Haw, who corralled donations and made separate visits to Chongqing.
Built in 1937, Haw Par Villa, Singapore's largest outdoor art gallery is the brainchild of Aw Boon Haw, the millionaire philanthropist and marketing ...
The villa was originally built in 1937 by businessman Aw Boon Haw, famous for the Tiger Balm brand of topical ointment, for his younger brother Aw Boon Par.
Following the death of Aw Chu Kin in 1908, the special recipe was passed to his two sons Aw Boon Haw and Aw Boon Par. Possessing great foresight and charisma, ...
Feb 8, 2002 · AH Weiler, a writer, editor and critic whose career at The New York Times spanned more than 50 years, died on July 22 at his home in Astoria, Queens. He was 93.
Although Aruba was once part of the Netherlands Antilles, it gained autonomy in 1986 and is now a constituent country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
Dec 3, 2024 · In the first nine months of 2024, Aruba's economy demonstrated con nued strength. Growth was driven by the robust performance of the tourism ...<|separator|>
It was decided that Aruba would become independent from the Netherlands as of January 1996 with a transition phase of ten years, beginning on January 1st, 1986, ...
In the early 1950's Anthony Wayne Local Schools began with a vision of the citizens and school boards from Monclova, Waterville and Whitehouse Schools.
Aug 11, 2021 · Also in 1952, the Neapolis School District decided to become part of the Anthony Wayne system as before that time they paid tuition to attend ...
Graduation Rate: 97%. Student-Teacher Ratio in Elementary Schools: 23:1. Student-Teacher Ratio in Middle Schools: 19:1. Student-Teacher Ratio in High Schools: ...Missing: Ohio establishment STEM programs 2023<|control11|><|separator|>
Anthony Wayne Local Schools empowers students to be future ready by providing comprehensive career awareness, exploration and planning opportunities for all ...
Nov 8, 2023 · Seventh and eighth graders in the Anthony Wayne Junior High STEM in Society class look for ways to address observed problems or needs in ...Missing: District | Show results with:District
Apr 22, 2019 · St. Mary School-Vermillion (Toledo Catholic); St. Paul School (Columbus Catholic); Waterville Primary (Anthony Wayne Local Schools); Winchester ...
Dec 9, 2024 · The national competition is designed to empower students in grades 6-12 to unleash the power of STEM to create innovative solutions addressing ...
Feb 10, 2025 · The Anthony Wayne Education Foundation is dedicated to the encouragement and promotion of academic ability, achievement, and excellence in the ...
The Graduation Component is a measure of the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate and the five-year adjusted cohort graduation rate. ... Anthony Wayne High ...Missing: history establishment STEM 2023
Anthony Wayne Local Schools provides a rigorous and relevant curriculum based on Ohio Learning Standards and real-world learning opportunities.Missing: Addison- Wesley textbooks
He first burst onto the scene in late 2015 with his debut hit single “Faded” which has over 2 billion Spotify streams and 3.7 billion YouTube views.Missing: DJ discography
Alan Walker: Faded (Music Video 2015) - Trivia on IMDb: Cameos, Mistakes ... The song peaked at number one in more than ten countries and in the top 5 ...
Oct 21, 2016 · To top if off, “Faded” recently surpassed 700 million plays on ... Alan Walker Continues to Rule Billboard + Twitter Emerging Artists Chart With ' ...
Dec 10, 2016 · ... song, Walker has since signed with MER Musikk under Sony Music Sweden. He has also made two new releases this year; “Sing Me To Sleep ...
Active. 2000s - 2020s ; Born. April 13, 1987 in Athens, GA ; Genre. Pop/Rock ; Styles. Alternative Singer/Songwriter, Indie Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock.
John-Allison Weiss (born April 13, 1987) is a Los Angeles-based indie pop singer, songwriter, and performer known sometimes by the stage name A.W. To date, they
A. H. WEILER. Nov. 15, 1973. Screen:'Don Is Dead' Scans Gang Power Struggle ... the 1930 "Little Caesar" to "The Godfather."Expertise, if not imagination, is evident in the explosive, ...
Sep 18, 2024 · This test method covers procedures for determining air performance characteristics of commercial and household upright, canister, stick, hand-held, utility, ...Missing: airwatt | Show results with:airwatt
Oct 9, 2025 · The ideal suction power for a vacuum cleaner typically ranges from 180 to 300 air watts for corded models and around 80 to 150 air watts for ...
Jul 23, 2007 · Under weak excitation we report the detection of a single molecule with an incident power as faint as 150 attoWatt, paving the way for studying ...
Dec 12, 2024 · Single photon detection is the underpinning technology for quantum communication and quantum sensing applications. At visible and near-infrared ...
Aug 27, 2014 · Water activity is equal to equilibrium relative humidity divided by 100: (a w = ERH/100) where ERH is the equilibrium relative humidity (%).Missing: engineering | Show results with:engineering
SETAR will manage registry of all domain names in Aruba resorting under .aw and is assigned thereto by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and ...
This document specifies the Internet Message Format (IMF), a syntax for text messages that are sent between computer users, within the framework of electronic ...
May 24, 2013 · I can't find the option on how to localize the RE subject prefix when I reply to an email. It is AW in german so in an ongoing discussion the subject of an ...
Oct 10, 2025 · These climates are characterized by low temperatures and precipitation and by a surprisingly great diversity of subtypes. In contrast, type H ...
Jan 22, 2018 · On average, this climatic zone receives between 800 and 1,600 millimeters of rain annually. As one moves away from the equator, the mean annual ...
-LOCATIONS: GENERALLY POLEWARD OF Af CLIMATE AREAS NORTHERN AND EASTERN INDIA INTERIOR MYANMAR (BURMA) INDO-CHINESE PENINSULA NORTHERN AUSTRALIA BORDERLANDS ...
Summary: Aruba lies in the Tropical wet and dry or savanna climate zone (Köppen: Aw). The mean average of annual temperatures range from a high of 27.52°C ...
Dec 17, 2023 · Water activity (aw) measures the availability of water for microbial growth and chemical reactions in foods. Defined as the ratio of the ...Missing: a_w | Show results with:a_w
Most bacteria, for example, do not grow at a water activity range below 0.91, and most molds cease to grow at water activities below 0.70. Water activity in ...
In 2002, the Office was liquidated and replaced the Intelligence Agency (Polish abbrev. AW), and the Internal Security Agency (Polish abbrev. ABW) were ...
Aug 3, 2022 · Poland's Foreign Intelligence Agency, Agencja Wywiadu, released intercepted phone calls in June that reveal how Russian soldiers feel about the ...
Oct 6, 2014 · Inside Accuracy International ... The rifle that resulted from this was the Arctic Warfare, a design from which the company has not looked back ...
Aw can be dismissive or indicative of disappointment, or, when drawn out, expressive of sympathy or adoration. Aye denotes agreement. Bah is dismissive ...
May 18, 2024 · Amen: Amen, hallelujah, amen! Aw: Aw, do we have to? Awesome: You two are dating? Awesome! Aww: Aww, that's so cute!Missing: affection | Show results with:affection
The earliest known use of the interjection aw is in the 1850s. OED's earliest evidence for aw is from 1852, in the writing of Harriet Beecher Stowe, author. aw ...
Feb 15, 2021 · Interjection uh has ʌ as in cup. Interjection ah has ɑ as in father. Interjection aw has ɔ as in honk. Interjection oh has o as in broke.
Definition AW: (Ihre Anfrage) : Re: (your inquiry) (email subject) DE Note: AW is an abbreviation of Antwort (reply).Missing: lines convention origin<|control11|><|separator|>
The Ahnapee & Western was purchased by Champion International Corporation on January 1, 1971 and a year later the AHW sold its locomotive and the Green Bay & ...