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Choosing names for a baby is quite a daunting task, but names in Swahili are pretty, popular, unique, and have beautiful meanings attached to it.As a part of the long-lasting culture and tradition, the name you choose for your little one is extremely important as it holds the essence of the connection between past and present generations. Swahili names are often religious in nature and also linked back to their ancestors as a form of protection....

Did you know that the 2018 ‘Benji’ movie, written and directed by creator Brandon Camp, is actually a reboot of the 1974 movie of the same name, directed by his father Joe Camp.‘Benji’ (2018) is an adventure drama movie written and directed by Brandon Camp for Blumhouse Productions. This must-watch film was distributed and released by Netflix on its online platform.The movie was actually a reboot the 1974 original movie of the same name, which was directed by Brandon’s father Joe Camp....

As a pope from the 400’s AD, St. Leo I was a well-known Roman aristocrat.Pope St. Leo I is among the few popes of the Roman Catholic Church who have been canonized. He is one of the most popular popes as an advocate of orthodoxy and also the patron saint of popes and confessors.Saint Leo became Pope in the year 440 AD after Pope Sixtus III. The vivid imagery and sermons of Saint Leo are among the many things he is known for....

Hard felt hat usually is available as one of the brimmed hats with a typically high crown which people originally wore in the early 19th century to protect their hair.Some of the different types of hats worn in western countries are brimmed hat, brimless cap, conical cap, soft felt hat, curved brim hat, military cap, newsboy cap, baseball cap, trilby hat, cloche hat, sloping brim hat, round flat cap, beaver fur man’s hat and several other easy to wear hats....

Otters are extremely cute animals who live in freshwater.The most common types of otters are Eurasian otters, scientifically called Lutra lutra. Baby otters are called pups and kittens.It is important to note that an otter might not be the perfect pet. They are not meant to stay captive and will be happier living in a natural environment with other otters. They can also be very territorial, and whilst they do not kill humans, they may attack if they or their young feel threatened....

Achilles was the hero of the Trojan War according to Greek mythology.He is considered one of the greatest of all the Greek warriors. He was the central character of Homer’s ‘Iliad’.According to Greek mythology, Achilles was the son of the Nereid Thetis and Peleus, king of Phthia. In Homer’s ‘The Iliad’, Achilles was known for his feat in the Trojan War. One of his most notable feats was when he slew the Trojan prince Hector....

A chain smoker, bounty hunter, gun fanatic, an exterminator, and a lover of conspiracy theories, Dale Gribble is one of the main characters of the series ‘King Of The Hill’.He is the legal father of Joseph Gribble and husband to Nancy Hicks Gribble. He is a famous character in this Texas-based series known for his witty and sarcastic screen presence.In the show, Dale is portrayed as a tall skinny man with blonde hair who wears an orange Mack hat and is equipped always with a packet of cigarettes, which shows that he is a chain smoker....

Written around 1601–1602, ‘Twelfth Night’ is considered one of the best plays written by William Shakespeare.‘Twelfth Night’ is the story of twin siblings Viola and Sebastian who have been shipwrecked. In the play, they both believe the others have drowned.Knowing nothing about his brother, Viola decides to disguises herself as a young man and, under the name of Cesario, gets a job as a servant for Duke Orsino. Later on, Orsino fell in love with Voila for her resourcefulness, loyalty, courage, and brains....

Most people have mixed reactions when you mention the name of ‘The Hound’ from GoT.Sandor, nicknamed ‘The Hound’, was the younger brother of Ser Gregor Clegane. He was also the personal bodyguard of Prince Joffrey Baratheon of the house Lannister.As a child, Sandor received grotesque facial burns when once Gregor shoved his face into a heater. He has returned to execrate fireplace, his brother, and therefore the hypocrisy of nobility generally....

A black sheep is someone who does not fit in with the other white sheep - the odd one out.Whether it be ‘Black Sheep’ movie quotes, or being the black sheep of the family quotes - you can find the best of them here. If you enjoy reading black sheep quotes, then do take a look at unique quotes and be true to yourself quotes.If you really like black sheep - you could watch ‘Black Sheep’ movie (2006) - a horror-comedy about a man with a horrible fear for sheep....

Silver Dragons are good natured mythical creature who tends to enjoy the company of humans and elves alike.Silver dragons are a calm and noble breed of predators, who don’t actively search for evil. They are known to exhale ice and paralyzing gas to hunt their prey. They can polymorph into a human at will and live over 4000.By nature, these dragons are very protective and eager to help, only if you approach them....

Oedipus the king was a great mythological tragic hero of the play ‘Oedipus Rex’.The genre of the play is an Athenian tragedy written by Sophocles in 429 B.C. Oedipus, the king of Thebes sat on the throne after unwillingly killing king Laius, his own father.Sophocles used appropriate words to portray the sorrow and the sadness of all characters of ‘Oedipus Rex’ beautifully. It is considered the best work of Sophocles. Oedipus’s lines capture each and every emotion of the characters in the play till the end....

Star Wars fans, listen up!“Hello, what have we here?” Told Lando when he saw Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) for the first time and was left mesmerized. I bet you’d feel the same way once you lay your eyes on the best ‘Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back’ quotes that we have laid down just for you!Go ahead, give it a read. And may the Force be with you. Like the rest of the sequels from the Star Wars universe, ‘The Empire Strikes Back’ sequel is also just as adventurous, directed by Irvin Kershner....

Dragonflies have long been described as magical creatures, with some authors declaring them to be as magical as a fairy.These beautiful insects with pretty wings symbolize life balance, change, self-realization, wisdom, power, and poise. Many dragonfly quotes and sayings are not only about their beauty but also about their significance in nature.So, if you love dragonflies, why not take a look at this list of beautiful dragonfly quotes and dragonfly sayings, including some dragonfly meaning quotes, dragonflies poem quotes, and quotes about dragonfly behavior....

Rightfully said by Socrates, only philosophy junkies would understand the value of a topic enough discussed and answers fully provided. Philosophy is considered the way of life, full of wonder and wisdom and a one-way path to gaining never- ending knowledge.Thomas Aquinas was an Italian Dominican Friar, philosopher and Catholic priest and one of the towering figures of theology so much so that he’s called Doctor Angelicus and the Doctor Communis by the Roman Catholic Church....

Stacey Yvonne Abrams’ success as a politician, attorney, activist, and author results from her tremendous effort and drive to succeed.The date of birth of Stacey Abrams is December 9, 1973, while the place of her birth is Madison, Wisconsin, United States. Stacey Abrams uses her skills with words to influence her supporters and is incredibly committed to the course she pursues.Stacey Abrams was the Democrat candidate for governor of Georgia in 2018 and the country’s inaugural female candidate for a major political party....

Finn is a very short and cool name that is used by a lot of people.The name Finn is usually suitable for people with a mysterious and spiritual personality. Finn is a strong name that has an Irish origin.Finn is a name that is majorly used in Ireland, but recently it has also made its entry into the USA. There is also some Irish folklore associated with this name. According to Irish mythology, Finn MacCool was a hunter-warrior the kings often invited to fight during wartime....

As the modern world has developed and advanced, so have the needs of farmers engaged in agriculture on their farms.Modern farmers’ needs won’t be similar to what it was 50 or 60 years ago. Many types of equipment exist for their farming jobs, such as manure spreader, irrigation, haymaking, plowing, harvesting, and others.Modern farmers have a wide variety of equipment and tools available for performing various activities. From highly advanced combine harvesters to simple tractors, a vast diversity of equipment is available for farmers to make their job easier and more efficient than a few decades ago....

Chinese art dates back to 10000 BC and is one of the oldest continuing traditions of the world.Traditional Chinese art forms have evolved with time. The changing dynasties and their religion influenced it to a great extent, which resulted in the development of varied forms of art, including calligraphy, paintings, pottery, and sculptors.With a dynamic geopolitical landscape, ancient China displayed innumerable art forms that have flourished with time. The quintessential Chinese artists gave different meanings to their art and focused on perfection....

Grass trees are perennial plants native to Australia.These trees are quite hardy as they can survive frost as well as fires; these plants even flower after a fire. Kangaroo tail, grass gum-tree, and grass tree are some of the names used to refer to Xanthorrhoea trees.The resin collected from the flower spike can be quite sticky and useful in joining two objects. Grass trees are among the first flowering plants that evolved to better adapt to the environment where they naturally occur....