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Insects are of different forms and sizes and are found all over the world except Antarctica.The insect world includes more than 10 million species and until today we have discovered less than half of them. The smallest known insects are fairyflies and the largest known insects are titan beetles.The insect body is divided into three parts namely the head, thorax, and abdomen. A lot of insects also have antennae on their head with which they sense their surroundings....

William Golding is known for his unique and insightful work of fiction, ‘Lord Of The Flies’.Born and raised in Newquay, United Kingdom, Sir William Golding knew from when he was a child that he wanted to be a writer. And a writer he became, earning numerous laurels for his work.Having worked several odd jobs with theater companies whilst growing up, William eventually took up the role of a schoolmaster at Bishop Wordsworth’s School in Salisbury....

Nicknames that start with J are extremely popular with individuals worldwide.J is one of the alphabets that is used in many nicknames. Some popular nicknames that start with J are Jason, Jacky, Jess, Jackson, Jelly Fish, Jeconiah, Jenny, Johnny, and Jimmie.There are many such nicknames that you may choose from. Read on for a list of funny nicknames that start with J.Popular Nicknames That Start With JVarious popular nicknames that start with J....

Leah was the elder daughter of Laban.Leah was the mother of seven of Jacob’s children. She was a matriarch to Jesus Christ.In the Judeo-Christian tradition, Leah is portrayed to be the unloved wife of the biblical patriarch Jacob. Leah was the first wife of Jacob and was also the elder sister of his second wife, Rachel, who he loved. Leah’s life teaches us many lessons and her journey is truly one to admire....

There are a number of pleasing public parks in the world having a natural environment with rivers, flowers, plants, and rocks.Park is actually a Korean name as it was named after the Korean King, Hyeokgeose Park. Park is also a last name and it means “gourd”. While theme parks are not the same as nature parks, there are some good theme park names which include Schlitterbahn Water Park, Knoebels, Cedar Point, Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, and Universal’s Islands of Adventure....

Boba Fett from ‘Star Wars’ is a Mandalorian - part of a Samurai-like group and an excellent bounty hunter.Boba Fett has taken after his father - Jango Fett. He travels in his father’s spaceship and has a variety of weaponry and other tools to help him bounty hunt across the galaxy.If you love Boba Fett, and Boba Fett quotes, then why not check out inspirational ‘Star Wars’ quotes and Stormtrooper quotes....

A waterspout is a funnel cloud that forms over water.It’s a non-supercell tornado on the water. It is less powerful than the majority of its land counterparts.Waterspouts do not absorb water; the water observed in the main funnel cloud is really condensation-formed water droplets. Waterspout can not be formed from simple cloud water.Waterspouts are mini-tornadoes that may occur on the surface of the water. They are significantly smaller than regular tornadoes and are normally less harmful, but they may topple small boats and destroy ships....

This book tells the story of the fictional town of Macondo, of its beginning, prosperity, and inevitable downfall.The story takes place between the early 1800s and the mid-1900s. And as it progresses, we find out that it’s not merely the documentation of the history of the place, but also of the people who found it. It tells the story of how humans are connected to places, to the people around them, and also to solitude....

William Boyd Watterson II, known worldwide as Bill Watterson is an American cartoonist famed for creating some of the most popular comic strips ever.He wanted to be a cartoonist for as long as he could remember, and for that, he started developing his art skills since early childhood. He is known to have painted Michelangelo’s ‘Creation of Adam’ on the ceiling of his dorm room at Kenyon College where he studied for his Bachelor’s degree....

The fantasy world of dwarfs might not be true, but the writer can create a beautiful world for the readers.The majority of the people in the world are not too familiar with the history and stories of Dwarf. They remember them as a character from the popular Show White and Seven Dwarfs.In reality, they are one of the most mysterious characters in Norse mythology. In mythology there is no significant difference between a male and a female dwarf....

Soccer, or football as it is also commonly known in the world, is the most popular sport of all time.Soccer is set to have originated in early China about 2000 years ago. However, the game gained popularity in England, Spain, and Latin America and thereby started spreading all across the globe.This global sport is also the most viewed sport on the planet. The fantasy soccer game has also started gaining much attention alongside soccer, and it is common for everybody to play it....

Bassoons are double reed instruments that are a common sight in orchestras.Often confused with the oboe because of their similar appearances, a bassoon is quite different in terms of the music that it can create. Typically weighing around 7.5 lb (3.4 kg), a bassoon is both heavy and difficult to handle.In an orchestra, you are typically able to spot around three to four bassoonists, depending on the nature of the musical piece that is being performed....

We are here with a collection of the best ‘Gilmore Girls’ quotes from all three seasons for you to enjoy.When we want to enjoy the relationship between a mom and daughter, we look at the most appreciated series of ‘Gilmore Girls’ that displays Lorelai, played by Lauren Graham, as a mom who had a daughter when she was 16 years old. The famous TV series is a must-watch that displays a 16-year young single mom who takes care of her daughter and teaches her the essential lessons of life through her experiences....

The road less traveled means acting independently, without the inhibitions and conformities of others.M. Scott Peck is the author of the book ‘The Road Less Traveled’, published in 1978. This metaphorical phrase has gained attraction majorly since 1915 after the poem, ‘The Road Not Taken’ by Robert Frost, as it focused on the same meaning.Though there are many examples for the phrase “Road Less Traveled’, the recent most popular example is that of Kamala Harris....

Flying feels like freedom, away from the city’s daily hustle and bustle, almost as calm as meditation with a hint of a dopamine rush.Ever since Wilbur Wright and Oliver Wright invented the airplane, the human imagination acquired wings and now knows no limit. Air travel is the safest way to travel and savvy travelers always favor air travel because it’s faster and less accident prone than other travel methods, thanks to experienced pilots....

The Normans were a group of people who ruled England after the Anglo-Saxons, and they were one of Europe’s most renowned dynasties.The Normans left their imprints on society and their influence lasted for centuries. You may have heard of William the Conqueror or King Harold II but do you know the impact they have left on the world?They had a huge influence on England and the English language, and you might be surprised by some of the facts about them....

Boötes constellation’s Arcturus and Lyra’s Vega are the first two brightest stars of the northern celestial hemisphere in our Solar System.Capella appears to be one star to our naked eye, but it is actually a quadruple star system. Although physically unrelated, several different stars in the visual field of the Capella system have been recorded as companions.The Capella star, classified as Alpha Aurigae, is the northern celestial hemisphere’s third-brightest star, the sixth-brightest star in our night sky (to the naked eye), and the brightest star in the Auriga constellation....

Remember that change is learning, learning is growing and growing is living; so let’s live.“Change begins within: the world is as you are,” as quoted by Greg Rettman, our body and soul is our home, and just like the saying goes, the quest for the change begins from within. Change is a mega driving force forming the basis of the world.It is a journey you really can’t avoid taking, so where do we begin this expedition from?...

France is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, so it comes as no surprise that it is home to some brilliant baby boy names.These French names for boys include some of the most popular names in France, as well as a few that are more uncommon. French boys’ names are often strong and derived from great rulers and leaders.There’s no one way to think of a great baby name, but we’ve got some helpful tips that will enable you to choose the one that’s right for your baby....

History remembers leaders for two reasons, the good that these people did and the bad reputation they obtained through their actions are reflected in their life history.Aaron Burr was no different in this case. Although he was a great vice president, his presidency rule is not what made him more famous in history as his life was a series of ups and downs.He is most well-known for killing Alexander Hamilton in a duel when he was the vice president of the United States....