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The ’20s Prohibition was a period of time from 1920 - 1933 during which the production, manufacturing, and selling of alcohol were banned in the United States of America.On December 18, 1917, the 18th amendment was proposed by Congress. The states ratified the amendment and passed it on January 16, 1919.The 18th amendment prohibited the manufacturing, transportation, and selling of intoxicating liquids in America. The prohibition began one year after the passing of this amendment on January 17, 1920....

The Halloween season is just around the corner.During this season, both kids and adults dress up as scary characters for the annual festivities. In this post, we’ll take a look at more than 100 scary names.The Halloween names that we’ll be covering in this blog consist of evil names and dark names from the world of movies and literature. So, if you’re on the lookout for creepy names for the spooky season that’s about to get underway, read on!...

The word “blessed” can mean different things for different people as for some, it is getting a good job, for some a new home, and for some, it is a baby.No matter what language you say the word blessed, its meaning remains the same. A gift from God, that is meant for you to cherish and protect.Over a great many years, so many things have changed, but one thing is still the same: the meaning, symbolism, and message behind the glorious word blessing....

There are 4500 types of crabs in the world.The natural habitat of a crab is on the seashore and in deep water. However, freshwater aquarium crabs can be kept in tanks without any other fish or sea creatures, or they can also live in a network tank with other fish.Most crabs are great to have in an aquarium tank as they act as tank cleaners, getting rid of any extra fish food and rotting plant matter from the lower part of the tank....

Teasel plants are non-poisonous and can be eaten by people.The flowers of the teasel plants are known to bloom in their second year, while in their first year, only a small basal rosette is seen in a small cup shape. Common teasel, also known as fuller’s teasel, are perennial plants.Not all teasels are perennial, while a few of them are biennial and are used for multiple purposes, including health problems. Teasel plants, Dipsacus, belong to the family of honeysuckles, Caprifoliaceae....

Names are not just words but also our life stories.A phoenix is a beautiful, mythical bird that is known to live for almost a thousand years.In the end, the bird makes a twig nest and ignites it. Both the bird and nest burn ferociously in the fire and turn into ashes. An egg arises from this ash that gives birth to a new baby phoenix. Phoenix means to revive after every obstacle in life....

‘Crime And Punishment’ was first published in the famous literary journal called ‘The Russian Messenger’ in 12 installments.It was the second novel by Fyodor Dostoevsky, which he wrote after his return from exile in Siberia. ‘Crime And Punishment’ is written so that the reader experiences life with the central character Raskolnikov as he goes through his feelings of doom and gloom.“Taking a new step, uttering a new word, is what people fear most” says Fyodor Dostoevsky....

Billy Sunday, born as William Ashley Sunday, was a professional outfielder in America’s National League who later got put down in history as the most popular American evangelist and Presbyterian minister during the beginning of the 20th century.Bill Sunday spent most of his life growing up as an orphan and was working as an assistant to an undertaker before getting involved with baseball professionally. He entered baseball during 1880s and by the 1890s he had given up the game to be a YMCA worker....

Whitehaven beach is known as one of the most photographed beaches for a reason and that is the sand of the Whitehaven beach.The Whitehaven beach has 98.7% pure silica sand, which is also called quartz sand. This white silica sand is known to make Whitehaven beach the shiniest in the world. It is still a subject of interest and amusement to researchers as to how silica in this grand amount has reached Whitsunday island beaches....

Tallulah Brockman Bankhead was born on 31 January 1902, in Huntsville, Alabama.She was named after Tallulah Falls in Georgia. She belonged to the Bankhead family, which had a political stronghold in Alabama and the U.S Senate.Tallulah was brought up by her grandmother, since her mother passed away a few days after giving birth to her, which turned her father, William B. Bankhead, into a depressed alcoholic.Tallulah, always astonished by theatre, soon found her way on stage after winning a beauty contest at 15....

The mention of exams may cause many of us to panic but motivational quotes about exams can help us relax.Be it a school exam or life’s bigger tests, you cannot sail through without having tenacity and determination. Sometimes, you might also need to see failure up close so that you try your best in successive endeavors.Whatever test you may be taking, it is important that you are sufficiently motivated from the beginning to the end....

The Titanic is said to be the biggest ship that set sail in 1912.Titanic was noted to be ‘unsinkable’ and hence, had the least number of lifeboats on board, leading to the tragedy that we all watch even after 100 years. The Titanic sank and left us with a deep ocean of secrets and memories of cold Jack, an unforgettable love-story, and narrations from old Rose.The story of the Titanic was turned into a popular drama by James Cameron in 1997....

Cappuccino lovers should be aware of the nutritional facts of their favorite coffee.Cappuccinos originated in Italy in 1900. Prepared using espresso, steamed whole milk, and foamed milk, the key ingredient is roasted coffee beans, which originated in Southern Arabia.The name cappuccino came from the Latin word ‘caputium’.They make cappuccinos using espresso which involves grinding roasted beans into powder. Hot water is then passed through it, collected in a cup, and mixed with steamed whole milk....

Lima beans are quite popular in the United States of America.The lima bean is scientifically known as ‘Phaseolus lunatus’. The meaning of the latter half of the name, ’lunatus’, is ‘half-moon,’ which is a reference to the lima bean’s shape.A lima bean is also called a butter bean, sugar bean, chad bean, Java bean, sieva bean, double bean, Madagascar bean, large white bean, and Burma bean. Lima bean is part of the legume family, and these beans are cream or pale-green colored....

Sacrifice refers to the practice of offering something for a greater cause like that of a victory.Evidence of animal sacrifice to gods has been in practice since time immemorial. Common examples of sacrifices are those of soldiers who sacrifice their lives for the country.Sacrifices can be worth it if they are done for love. Love can range from a loved one to a country! So if you want to know about sacrifice then check out these awesome quotes....

Kidadl SaysThe message that Clueless is really trying to get across is just how clueless we can all be. We all may, at some point, be totally clueless in our normal life, whether that is in our responses to others, the spending of our time and money, or even something as simple as what we say.IntroductionIf there’s one thing every teenage girl can relate to, it’s Cher Horowitz and her quirky group of friends in ‘Clueless’....

Pet owners are always on the look for posts offering some name suggestions for their feathered pets.For selecting suitable names for your family pet, you must consider the appearance and personality. After you have selected a name for your pet species, make sure to discuss it with your family before finalizing it.Read on for some interesting bird names for different pet species.Blue And Yellow Bird NamesBirds are a diverse species of the animal kingdom....

Do you feel happiness lies in a great haircut?If you do, you must appreciate your hairstylist too. One should never underestimate the power of a good haircut because a lady who cuts her hair can usher in big changes into her life too.So, if you believe in change and trust your hairstylist, let them experiment with your hair. If you are a salon owner and want to keep your clients inspired, cute hairdresser quotes can be your secret weapon....

Have you wondered how much a tiny ant can possibly carry?Did you know that a tiny little ant can lift more than 10-50 times its weight? Sounds unbelievable, right?An ant is a very small insect that is commonly seen crawling almost anywhere, from the ground to a tree branch to a human’s arm. It can be seen in almost all parts of the world. It is known for many things, mostly its painful stings (ouch!...

Giant pandas, also known as panda bears, are found in southwest China.Pandas are considered a national treasure in China and are adored by the world. Pandas subsist entirely on diets featuring bamboo found in forests of China.Pandas mainly live in high mountains and temperate forests. Since 1961, this bear has been a logo for WWF and that gives special significance to these pandas. As pandas have their specialized bamboo diet, low genetic diversity, and low productive rate, they are argued to be called an evolutionary failure....