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Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ franchise comprises the animated film series, live-action films, television series, and video games, with the first being the 1992 animated musical fantasy film of the same name.Directed by John Musker and Ron Clements, ‘Aladdin’ is based on an Arabic folk tale from the ‘One Thousand And One Nights’. The film centers around a street urchin Aladdin who finds a magic lamp with a Genie and tries to impress Princess Jasmine under the guise of a prince....

William Wilberforce was a politician and a member of parliament for Yorkshire.He was a man of faith, a loyal devotee to Christianity. Being a member of the parliament, he also fought to abolish the slave trade in his country.William Wilberforce was born in Yorkshire, England. He spent his entire life there. He was an independent member of the parliament and was a devoted Christian man. He devoted two decades of his life trying to abolish the slave trade, and the situation may have persisted without his efforts....

Legends are historical stories that aren’t always proven to be entirely true.A legend can also refer to an inspirational person who has created history and is remembered for the impact that they have created through their work or personality. Legends are basically a part of folklore that is realistic in nature.However, at times a legend is altered in order to fit the time and age. A sub-category named urban legend has become very popular these days....

Queen Tiy is known to be the most illustrious queen in the era of ancient Egypt.Her mummy is popularly termed as the Elder Lady. According to Egyptologists and historians, Queen Tiye was most likely ethnically a Sudanese woman or an Egyptian with some Sudanese blood in her family line.Queen Tiye was the co-regent of Ancient Egypt for over 20 years. She was an influential queen who pursued many different hobbies, including agriculture....

The Boston Marathon was established in 1897 as a response to the inaugural Olympic marathon event at the 1896 Summer Olympics.The first winner was John J. McDermott, who finished the 24.5 mi (39.4 km) marathon distance in less than three hours. The marathon was lengthened from 24.5-26 mi (39.4-41.8 km) and 364 yds (332.8 m) as a result of the route that was taken.The Boston Marathon is the world’s oldest ongoing major marathon and one of the most well-known road races....

Taxis are available round the clock, to and from the Hartsfield Jackson airport.The air-traffic control tower of Hartsfield Jackson Airport is the tallest in North America. It’s the world’s fourth-tallest.If you’re one of the many people who have to travel through Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport, then you know just how busy it can be. With over 100 million passengers passing through each year, it was once the world’s busiest airport....

Chirk Castle is among the best-listed castles in Chirk, Wrexham County Borough, Wales.It was constructed in the year 1295 and became fully functional by 1310. It was made under Roger Mortimer’s command.Chirk Castle has great 700-year-old medieval towers and dungeons. Sir Thomas Myddelton purchased the castle in 1595 for £5,000 (about $12.4 million today), and it has since undergone numerous historic architectural and design modifications. Chirk Fortress is a fantastic day trip for both adults and children, offering a glimpse into both a stately mansion, parkland, and a medieval castle....

Mencius, an aristocratic Shandong native, lived during the Warring States era when China was divided into numerous states, each with its own ruler and a history of frequent conflict.Based on the idea that people were naturally and inherently good but needed the right circumstances and encouragement to develop morally, Mencius developed an ethical framework. He highlighted the importance of wisdom, magnanimity, obligation, and courtesy.He was a Chinese philosopher and a key figure in the development of Confucianism....

The eagle is the name for predatory birds from the family Accipitridae.Eagles soar high and are known for hunting vertebrate prey. They have great vision and can detect food while flying or located at a distance.Eagles are unique for their immense strength and sharp hunting abilities. They also like to fly alone because it helps them hunt prey better. In many cultures, eagles symbolize courage, power, and focus.There is a famous saying about eagles that tells us to “soar with the eagles”....

The film Beauty and the Beast was the first Disney animated film to cross $100 million.There were 7,000 feet of film, which was hand-drawn. And there were 1100 painted backgrounds used for the movie.The film was the first animated movie nominated for an academy award for the best picture category. La belle et la bête is the actual name of the French tale. The film took more than three and a half years to complete....

Emmitt Smith, a former football running back from America, played 15 seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with the football teams Dallas Cowboys (1990–2002) and Arizona Cardinals (2003–2004).The Cowboys chose Smith during the first phase of the 1990 NFL Draft. He broke Walter Payton’s previous record for most yards rushing in his lengthy professional career by running for 18,355 yds (16783.8 m).Emmitt Smith was the last member of the Dallas team to record a touchdown in the Super Bowl....

‘Fargo’, for its excellence, made a place in history and is listed in the 100 greatest American films by The American Film Institute.The film ‘Fargo’ is about a crime brought to light by seven-month pregnant police chief Marge Gunderson, investigating a triple kill. An exceptional storyline and performances won the movie, top awards.The film was released in 1996 and starred Frances McDormand, William H. Macy, Steve Buscemi, and Peter Stormare. It was produced and directed by Joel and Ethan Coen....

The Waikato River, which runs 264 mi (425 km) through New Zealand’s North Island, is the country’s longest river.It flows past Lake Taupō, New Zealand’s largest lake, after beginning on the eastern slopes of Mount Ruapehu and entering the Tongariro River system. Waikato runs northwest through the Waikato Plains, emptying Taupō and forming the Huka Falls on the lake’s northeastern coast.It is the primary source of hydroelectric power on the North Island....

Want to pick a unique and powerful name for your baby?That sure can be a tough job. But how about choosing names that mean strength, warrior, war leader, leader, ruler, or king/queen for your baby?These names usually have strong and traditional meanings. For instance, Alpha is a Greek name that means a letter but is also considered the strongest male. Hence, the meaning of these names makes a difference and might give your baby a strong identity....

We see beavers in water, but they do not eat fish and are complete vegetarians.Beavers are beautiful animals and are seen mostly feeding on woody plants like aspen, alder, willow, poplar, and birch. Beavers eat only leaves, roots, greens, tubers, and cambium and sometimes might even choose tule roots, fennel, pondweed, blackberry vines, and various scrub plants apart from cottonwood and willow.Beavers make ponds or dams of their own, so it is a common notion of people that beavers eat fish that accumulate in beaver dams....

Dog harnesses can make walks more enjoyable and pain-free for dogs of all ages and sizes.When compared to a normal leash and collar, having a harness put on a dog has numerous advantages. If your dog pulls on walks, a harness can help you teach them not to pull without injuring their body parts like the legs.Getting your dog fitted for a dog harness can be a difficult process. To begin, you must determine which option, out of dozens of possibilities, is the best fit to put on a dog....

The term ‘potato bug’ can refer to two insect species, both named after their love of feeding on potatoes and other roots and tubers.These are the Jerusalem cricket (Stenopelmatus) and the Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata). Jerusalem crickets have the stronger bite of the two, and their scary appearance doesn’t help either.Their detailed faces look like those of small humans, and they tend to make a hissing sound if cornered which can be quite frightening....

Country baby names for boys are boys’ names with popularity and significance in the South in the United States.Country names for little boys are unique, rustic and rugged with a clear homage paid to Southern culture, history and the great outdoors. You’ll even find many country names taken from Southern cities themselves.With so many to choose from, why not consider a compounded baby name? Either put two baby boy names together or save the other special option as a middle name - the choice is all yours....

The search for a baby name is an exciting time; looking at ancient dialects or languages can be a great source of inspiration to name your child.Many Breton names are related to Irish or English but have a slightly different spelling or pronunciation, so they can be an original twist on a classic name. This article gives you a comprehensive list of female Breton names and male Breton names, as well as their meaning....

One of the most common wild animals about which we can learn more is muskrats.In the US, we will find large families of rodents living near water bodies all over the country. These animals are a ubiquitous sight found in rural and suburban streams, rivers, and lakes.We all have come across or have seen muskrats in a few numbers, though maybe without even realizing it. These rodents might take up unwanted spaces, but there are few solutions that can be applied to entice them from taking up these spaces....