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While Secretariat is unanimously considered to be the most popular racehorse in the world, there are several other horses that have earned enormous fame owing to their special qualities.Did you ever get the chance to go horse riding? The ride is full of fun and thrill!Who can ever get over the alluring charm of the wild horse that featured in Anna Sewell’s famous novel named ‘Black Beauty’? Horses are one of the most magnificent creations of nature....

People from Belgium are called Belgians and they have a very rich and interesting culture.In this article, we will look at various Belgian names that you can pick for your child. Whilst all of these names are popular in Belgium and can be understood as Belgian names, the continent of Europe is very fluid when it comes to culture and thus, you will find some names from a diversity of origins....

The Bernese mountain dog is a dog breed that is a loyal companion and a good watchdog.Some mountain dogs are given proper dog training to help herd cattle as well. There a lot of suitable names to give Bernese mountain dog puppies.The Bernese mountain dog breed is very common in Switzerland. Almost all Bernese mountain dog names are also great to name the Entlebucher mountain dog breed, which is the smaller version of the Bernese mountain dogs....

Surnames that start with U with a deep inner-meaning are a good option for naming your character any day.There are no hidden nuances or a set rule on choosing a last name with U. Instead, you can simply take your pick of whichever surnames beginning with U suit your taste and preferences.Start your search for your character’s last name with U here, with our list. It should be something that resonates with you personally....

According to Greek mythology, Zeus is the lord of the sky, who possesses the power to change the weather, cause thunderstorms, and several others.In Greek Mythology, the Greek pantheon believes Zeus to be among the most powerful Olympian gods who reside on Mount Olympus. Greek religionists believe that his thunderbolt is the most powerful weapon to be ever made.Zeus has been the ruler of heaven for eons of years. He led the gods into battle when the war against Gea and Tartarus took place....

A resident of the West Africa, Gambia is the smallest country in Africa with a dense population and even denser cultural significance.The narrow country has a stretched coastline of the Atlantic ocean, which captures a significant part of its border from the west, along with mainland Africa country Senegal enclosing it from the rest of the sides. Despite possessing a peculiarly shaped land, the country is known for being a major cultural center for many ethnic groups in Africa, with each successfully retaining their languages....

Eucalyptus trees, commonly called gum trees of Australia, belong to the family Myrtaceae.About three-fourths of Australia’s forests are eucalyptus forests. Although most species of eucalyptus are native to Australia, a few are found elsewhere in the world.The word eucalyptus comes from a combination of Greek and Latin words. ‘Eu’ means ‘from’ and Greek ‘kalyptos’ means ‘covered.’ These words are used in the description of the seed pod. Eucalyptus trees come in different sizes, from small shrubs to tall trees....

With so many names to choose from, finding the perfect name for a new baby is by no means an easy task!Traditional African Names are often influenced by a number of factors such as the time or day a baby is born, the families faith, naming after ancestors or the order of the child’s birth.In Ghanaian culture and throughout West Africa, a child will automatically have a “day name” which is a given name corresponding to the day of the week that they are born....

People say that, when you fall in love, the entire world stops for you, and your heart stops beating because the feeling of having the best thing happen to your surges through your senses because of that one person.Every day, all you feel like ever doing is saying “I love you so much” to that special someone in your life whom you cannot function or think of life without. Your favorite place becomes beside them hand in hand and being there becomes your primary motive no matter what happens....

Flowers are not just pretty to look at, they are more like a ray of sunshine feeding our souls.Iris versicolor, or the blue flag flower, is a clump-forming iris. Purple iris, poison flag, larger blue flag, harlequin blue flag, and northern blue flag iris are all names for this exquisite flower.Iris blossoms are believed by some people to symbolize energy, with the three components symbolizing knowledge, faith, and bravery. Their name is derived from the word ‘flagge’ which means ‘reed’ or ‘rush’....

The Chile earthquake (also called the Maule earthquake), which took place in 2010, occurred due to a build-up of water pressure between tectonic plates.This caused an earthquake and a tsunami and greatly affected regions of Chile, which suffered a great loss in the aftermath. The earthquake occurred in Chile on February 27. It was Saturday, and it was around 3:34 am local time when it hit.The earthquake hit around six Chilean regions, which, if counted, is about 80% of the population of the country in total....

The name Ian has the meaning, ‘God is gracious.‘Ian is popularly used as a name for the boys. It is also acknowledged as the Scottish form of the English name ‘John.‘In the 20th century, it became popular beyond Scotland’s boundaries. It shares its deep roots in Scottish culture. It has been taken from the Hebrew word Yohanan. Yohanan stands for the same meaning as Ian. Not much later, it traveled to the US....

Are you ready to enjoy a rather interesting form of humor?A skilled satirist is an experienced writer who uses satirical tones throughout their work and quotes without offending readers too much. Satire is found in these quotes, all crafted to mock or criticize people in a humorous and witty way, and this touch of humor in quotes makes them fun to read.Satirists like to criticize people humorously so that it will make for an enlightening read....

Walter Jerry Payton was an American professional football athlete.He was a running back for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL) for 13 long seasons. He is widely regarded as one of the most celebrated football players of all time.Walter Payton began his football career in Mississippi and had an outstanding collegiate football career at Jackson State University. He began his professional career with the Chicago Bears in 1975, who selected him as the 1975 Draft’s fourth overall pick....

Do you know what the main ingredient of chocolate is?It is cocoa which is derived from cacao seeds from a cacao tree. Cacao trees are grown commercially to grow raw material, which, in turn, goes towards the production of various goods.The meaning of the scientific name of the cacao tree is quite interesting in Greek. It means ‘food of the gods’ which is quite apt when you focus on chocolate, the product of the seed born from a cacao tree....

‘Frankenstein’ is a world renowned novel written by Mary Shelley.The story deals with Dr. Frankenstein, who created a monster and how tragic befell them with the passage of time. In reference to Bible, Frankenstein’s monster said “I ought to be thy Adam”.Though there has been much debate as to whether the monster is good or bad, it can be safely said that the monster was not purely evil. When Victor aka Dr....

Turtles are the most adorable creatures on planet Earth.They have slowly and steadily crept into our animal-loving hearts. Turtles, no matter how big or small, are loved by all and sundry.Despite being the most lovable animals in nature, certain turtle species also make great pets. They are highly intelligent and sentient beings who can easily learn their names. Here’s a list of the top 40 names for turtles that put the “rad” in “radical....

Social media has no doubt given names and fame to many celebrities worldwide.Aaron Carpenter, an American musician, gained popularity through social media and was a vine star. He was very good in his studies but had to drop out to pursue his career more passionately.Since childhood, Aaron Carpenter has had a unique passion for making and uploading videos. His passion for making videos made him famous, and people started to recognize him....

Gary Vaynerchuk is a Belarusian-American entrepreneur, public speaker and social media personality.Gary Vaynerchuk, also known as Gary Vee, was born on November 14, 1975, in Belarus. He is one of the founders of Resy and Empathy Wines, a restaurant reservation software company.After graduating from college, Gary decided to carry forward his father’s liquor business. Later on, he established his own company, Resy, which is an online restaurant reservation company. Resy was acquired by American Express in the year 2019....

Wanting a baby name with a certain mystique to it?We’ve researched the 71 best Arthurian names for your newborn, covering the knightly to the mystical.Arthurian legend informs the history, culture, and narrative of much of Britain, but particularly Cornwall and Wales. Whether the figure we understand as King Arthur was a mythical legend or an actual warlord has been hotly debated by historians and archaeologists - but whether real or not, the stories around the sword in the stone and the Holy Grail continue to inform Celtic and Gaelic myth....