Basketball is one of the most played sports all around the world.James Naismith, a physical educator, invented Basketball in 1891 when he was looking for a way to keep his students active on a rainy day. He used a soccer ball and a peach basket in the first game that he made his students play.Soon after, word spread about the newly invented game and many publications contacted Naismith for copies of the rules....
The river that turns green during St. Patrick’s Day, the Chicago River is one of the most significant rivers in the world.It is quite interesting to learn about this river that flows through the city of Chicago. Let’s discover some essential facts about this river, that passes through downtown Chicago, in addition to other places.The Chicago River is a river system that runs through Chicago, a city in Cook County, Illinois, with a length of 156 mi (251 km) and a depth of 21 ft (6....
Written accounts of Jesus’ teachings are called gospels.The four Christian Gospels are John, Matthew, Mark, Luke. Here you will find the best gospel quotes to get you through hard times and remind you that you are loved.Jesus himself had many famous quotes, yet perhaps his most famous quote is, “For God so loved the World that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life....
Birds are warm-blooded vertebrate animals whose wings allow them to lift their body in the air for a long soaring flight forward in the open sky.Birds with longer wings have the tips of the primaries (primary feathers) stick out near the tail area. They make one of the most diverse species on earth, with differences in shape, size, weight, bones, colors, habitat, and physique.The smallest bird, which is the hummingbird, flies between flowers to collect nectar while the largest bird, the ostrich, can run faster than pretty much any other bird and many other animals in the bird kingdom....
Pekin is a loving breed of ducks that have white feathers and were first domesticated about 200 years ago.The most common duck used for the production of meat and eggs is the Pekin. Pekin ducks are lovely to look at and selectively bred; these Pekin ducks are spotless white with bright orange beaks.Pekin ducks are survivors as they have a strong immune system. This breed of ducks is not aggressive. They are usually calm and are viewed as great pets due to their resistance to diseases and extreme climatic conditions....
Have you ever wondered how fast a deer can run?Deer are one of the calmest and beautiful wild creatures. Not only do they look pretty and innocent with their big beautiful eyes and slender body but also they have great running speed.Deer run fast, which is why people like to hunt them. Whitetail deer are known to be one of the fastest runners and difficult to hunt. Deer species are known for their leap and speed....
The gerbil is a mammal belonging to a breed of small rodents related to mice and rats.Gerbils are usually found in the arid regions of Africa, India, and other parts of Asia. They are a popular pet choice among children due to their extremely gentle nature.Gerbils are primarily nocturnal in nature, but those living in the wild are neither nocturnal nor diurnal; they sleep for short periods of time during the day and then during the night....
Humans have domesticated many animals, and among them, there is one species, a monogastric herbivore, who eats roughages, cellulose, and hemicellulose efficiently.This species is a donkey, which is a widely-used farm animal. The donkey is a domestic animal that needs supplementary feedings during both the dry and drought seasons for its health.In most years, during an adequate rainfall season, this animal grazes successfully in a lush pasture and remains in good condition....
A letterboard, also known as a word board, is one of the simplest ways of written communication.Letterboards are used in several ways. Some people use letter boards to convey their ideas, while others use them to post updates, witty quotes, sayings, or words of wisdom.If you haven’t seen one before, letterboards look like black signs with white letters, a letter board is black, and the letters we write on it stand out in bright white, helping to catch the readers’ attention....
Greek mythology cat names can really add a certain appeal to your cat.You can use ancient Greek names for cats to highlight a personality trait. Cat names derived from a Greek God or Goddess can also be used to nod to the origins of your Aegean or Greek cat.If you are fond of ancient Greek lore, you will find this list of the best Greek cat names helpful. We have listed the best Greek cat names from Greek history and mythology....
Sigmund Freud, a neurologist by profession, was the pioneer and the father of psychoanalysis which we loosely call therapy in the 21st century.Not only did he develop therapeutic processes to relieve patients from mental stress and trauma in their mind, but he also discovered the process of transference, which is vital when it comes to psychoanalysis. He is also famous for his countless valuable theories such as Oedipus Complex, Electra complex, and his theory on religion, how religion functions, and how our psyche is shaped by religion, and other theories which have had a major impact on the world....
Words of comfort can help us get through the toughest times in life.We all go through good and bad days in our journey. Quotes that are comforting can encourage us when we are feeling low.Comfort is a warm, lovely feeling, and words have a way of healing people when they most need it. If you’re dealing with problems, or the loss of a loved one, quotes of comfort can be of great help....
Japanese demon names whose origin is from versions of common words, such as bird, snake, fire, tree, sea, dead, or legs are becoming increasingly popular.While naming a young baby, you might not think of such a Japanese word, but in fact, these names are somewhat popular for naming a young child. Some popular Japanese demon names from the urban legend of the Edo period are Hone Onna, Shuten Dōji, Yōkai, Tengu, Tanuki, and Oni....
Logan is one of the few gender-neutral nicknames, deriving its roots from Scotland.Like many artists, the name Logan got its first break from the ‘X-Men’ series. In 2017, the name’s ranking skyrocketed to the top five list while retaining its popularity in Wales and Scotland.Even though Logan was considered a name of choice for baby boys, recent trends have shown its use as a unisex name. The famous alias of the warrior mutant has mainly been adopted in English-speaking countries and is often pronounced as Logen, Logyn, as per the dialect....
The city of Portland is often regarded as a port district and is responsible for running general aviation through the Portland International Airport and looks after the marine activities which comprise the fishing trade.The city was legally established by the 16th Oregon legislative assembly in the year 1891 and currently, the city’s area of administration is demarcated by the Legislature of 1970. This legislature assigned the Port to the Portland Commission of Public Docks....
Juneteenth is celebrated as a symbol of freedom in the United States on 19 June every year.On 19 June, 1865 Gordon Granger had proclaimed the end of slavery in the state of Texas. To commemorate that wonderful day, Americans regard it as a state holiday calling it in various names like Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, Emancipation Day, and Liberation Day.The then United States President Abraham Lincoln had declared his Emancipation Proclamation, which had outlawed slavery in Texas two years before 1865....
Poison ivy is a vine-like plant that grows in North America and Asia.The plant contains an oil, urushiol, that can cause mild to severe skin allergy upon touch. Poison oak and poison sumac trees also have this oil.If you come in contact with a poison ivy leaf, root, or stem, it will cause redness, itching, or swelling at least. If the poison ivy rash is severe, it might cause nausea, fever, shortness of breath, and more other symptoms....
‘The Road’ by Cormac McCarthy is a post-apocalyptic novel that was released in 2006.The book is about the journey of a father and a son who are looking for a way to survive in a destroyed world. ‘The Road’ won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2007 and was adapted into a film in 2009.Many themes are at play throughout the story of ‘The Road,’ especially focusing on faith, survival, dreams, and the concept of death....
Katniss Everdeen is the fictional female protagonist in Suzanne Collin’s ‘The Hunger Games’ book trilogy and movie series directed by Gary Ross.The movie series belongs to the sci-fi dystopian adventure genre, where the very talented Jennifer Lawrence has portrayed Katniss Everdeen’s character. Katniss is smart, brave, and one of those rare girl characters who break all gender stereotypes by fighting all odds.The plot is set in Panem’s fictional nation, where ’tributes’ from each of the districts are forced to participate in a savage competition known as the Hunger Games....
‘The Fellowship Of The Ring’ is the first of the ‘The Lord Of The Rings’ books written by J. R. R. Tolkien.The epic ‘The Lord Of The Rings’ book constitutes three volumes which are further divided into six books with two in each volume, a total of 12 books. The book was published on 29 July 1954 by the publishers Allen & Unwin.‘The Fellowship Of The Ring’ is an adventurous, fantasy drama set on Middle Earth....
