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Knowledge is a very important aspect of any person’s life.Humans have been learning something new each day, each minute, and each second. Our ability to gain knowledge and use it makes us the superior living being on the planet.A person grows with knowledge, and their life gets better the more they learn. The most helpful piece of knowledge humans gained in ancient times was the knowledge of the world’s geography. With knowledge in geography came the knowledge of people, of different cultures, and different ideas....

A picture says a lot about a person.We keep on taking and retaking pictures until we get the perfect one to upload on our Instagram feed. It is equally important to give a cool and meaningful caption to those photos to make them more appealing.The caption of a picture can say a lot about the personality and the intellect of an individual. Therefore, it is necessary to find the appropriate one....

Cookie Monster’s distinct appearance and those big eyes and blue fur make him stand out.Although he has proclaimed his love for cookies on more than one occasion, he pretty much eats anything he can get his hands on. Cookie Monster loves food of all kinds and might even give you a cookie!A true friend, he has been known to drop some remarkable lines in ‘Sesame Street’. He talks a lot about food and friendship and is a favorite among children....

Blacksmiths have been central to the early expansion of human settlements across the world.By mastering the art of forging with their skills, blacksmiths have created a range of forged tools and weapons to the point that every city housed a blacksmith shop. Some of the most common tools and weapons created in a blacksmith shop are swords, knives, hammers, and ornamental silver pieces.Forges have been central to the progress of human society right from the stone age....

It is vital to have an approach that emphasizes the existence of the individual self as a free and responsible agent and outlook that determines the development through the mere act of the will.“If something burns your soul with purpose and desire, it’s your duty to be reduced to ashes by it. Any other form of existence will be yet another dull book in the library of life” as quoted by Charles Bukowski, purpose and will are essential aspects of a person’s existence; otherwise, it is tedious to watch paint dry....

Sky refers to anything that is above the surface of the earth.From the ground, we can see space and infinite distance, and we call that the sky. We can see thousands of stars and some planets too, which certainly makes it look more beautiful.Check out our sky quotes that will surely lift your spirit, from book quotes about the sky, from poetry, song, and more.If you liked our sky quotes, go check out these sun quotes and cloud quotes....

Snow White is said to be one of the fairest and kindest princesses ever depicted in fairy tales.Her story originated from a German fairytale that narrates her tragic life after being killed by her evil and jealous stepmother, whose magic mirror continually tells her that Snow White is the fairest of them all. But in the end, she finally gets punished, and Snow White gets her happily ever after.Snow White ends up marrying the prince, just like her wish....

The continent of Africa is home to a wide range of different countries and religions, each with their own beliefs and customs.With these differing conventions comes an amazing variety of mythological stories and legendary African Gods and Goddesses. This article will help you to learn all about some of the most important African Goddesses from mythology.This is a rundown of African spirits and Goddesses from some of the best known African religions and African mythology....

The greatest threat an African lion, an Asiatic lion, or any other lion population face is habitat loss of their territorial regions.Lions have the highest percentage of skeletal muscles among mammals making up to 58.8% of their body weight. The lions’ skull structure is identical to that of a tiger.The lion (Panthera leo) is a big cat originating from India and Africa. The lion’s body is deep-chested, muscular with a round head and ears....

Guinea fowl flock species is a bird of the group Galliformes in the genus Numididae.They are only found in Africa and are one of the ancient gallinaceous species. While most current guinea fowl flock bird species are native to Africa, the helmeted guinea fowl has spread far as a farmed bird.These seed-eating, ground-nesting species mimic partridges but also have featherless faces. Both species of the genus Guttera have a characteristic black crown and the vulturine guinea fowl has a feathery brown area on the nape....

The glow stick is known by several names such as light stick, chem light, light wand, light rod, and rave light.Glow sticks are one example of chemiluminescence. Chemiluminescence is a phenomenon that is quite similar to bioluminescence.Glow sticks are nothing but plastic batons filled with chemicals that react to produce visible light energy. The shelf life of these chemical light products can vary depending on the packaging and storage. What makes glow sticks more interesting is their dye, which is able to preserve their fluorescence even when they are exposed to UV lights....

Originally from southern New Caledonia, the crested gecko (Correlophus ciliatus) is also known as the eyelash gecko.Alphonse Guichenot, a French biologist, first described the crested gecko in 1866. Despite the fact that the export of wild crested geckos is currently forbidden, biologists shipped numerous specimens for breeding and research before New Caledonia started issuing export permits.Different breeding lines were developed in Europe and the United States based on these specimens. The crested gecko, next only to the common leopard gecko, is one of the most frequently kept and reproduced gecko species in the world....

Pomeranians look small, but they are full of energy and are among the longest living dog breeds in the world.Toy breeds like Pomeranian make excellent lap dogs. If you need a healthy and happy dog breed that will become your companion in the years to come, a Pom is a wonderful choice.A tiny pointed face and the fluffiest fur coat - these are among the so many traits that make the Pomeranian dog one of the most loved pets out there....

Shih Tzus are famous for their large eyes and short snouts.With their floppy ears, short posture, and ever-growing coats, many people find the Shih Tzu dog very cute. However, the average lifespan of this breed is considered slightly shorter compared to that of other small dogs.This puppy makes a wonderful pet because of its docile personality. Regular exercise, a good diet, and frequent check ups with the vet are usually enough to keep your Shih Tzu happy, in good health and to live longer....

Humans have found octopuses amusing for a long time, and for a good reason!These marine creatures have not only eight arms but also an abundance of brains. Does that make them intelligent?The marine environment is very scary for most creatures preyed upon by larger carnivorous animals. Octopuses are one of the species of marine creatures that can easily be preyed upon. However, the fact that this animal has nine brains and many tentacles acts as a saving grace and has allowed many octopus species to survive over the years....

What is a microscope and is using a microscope important for science students?It is essentially a device that is used to notice tiny objects referred to as cells. Through microscopes, we are able to see that an object is enlarged.Through the lens, we see the magnified image of an object. The lens of the instrument helps in bending light towards the eye, which makes the object seem larger than its actual size....

Rhode Island is the tiniest of the 50 States in terms of area and is located in the New England region.Just two other states have land borders alongside Rhode Island. Rhode Island is bordered on the south by the straits of Rhode Island Sound and Block Island Sound.Between Long Island, NY and, Block Island, RI, it shares a brief maritime boundary with New York State. Narragansett Bay, an Atlantic Ocean entrance, stretches far into Rhode Island’s southeast corner....

Certain dog breeds can very easily be confused, mostly due to their appearances and habits, like the Alaskan malamute and Siberian husky.The American Kennel Club has identified each of the husky and malamute, who has an appearance similar to wolves but has different characters. It is, however, true that the Siberian husky and Alaskan malamute have many features in common.Both of them are well adapted to the extreme climatic conditions, good at doing hard work, have too much energy, and are very smart animals....

Are you a soon-to-be parent searching for a name for your baby boy or girl?You will surely find what you’re looking for in this article as we list the most common and most popular names of people in the Dominican Republic that exists on the island of Hispaniola. And since it falls between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, its people have names originating from all over the world.Even if you’re not a resident of the Dominican Republic, you can still pick a name from those on the list here as they are famous in many places....

Deciding on the perfect name for your baby boy is one of the hardest decisions you’ll ever have to make.You can easily spend hours pondering over list after list with your partner, only to end up undecided (or at loggerheads!). While some parents favour a particular name before their baby is born, others prefer to simply see their baby first before knowing right away what name will ‘suit’ them. Either way, choosing the right name for your baby boy is not a decision to be taken lightly!...