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Duke Ellington was an American jazz composer who was the leader of his orchestra, The Washingtonians, formerly known as Elmer Snowden.He was one of the greatest jazz composers and pianists of all time who made a major impact with his musical compositions not only in America but worldwide. His 14-member band consisted of many talented musicians like his best friend, Otto Hardwick, and others like Sonny Greer, James Bubber Miley, Harry Carney, and many more....

Canada is one of the most tolerant countries in the world when it comes to different cultures and religions.Canada Day is commemorated annually on July 1. This is the day when Canadians pay homage to their country’s founding fathers and the veterans who fought for its freedom.There are many different types of popular tourist attractions found in Canada. These include the CN Tower in Toronto, Niagara Falls, and the Rocky Mountains located near Banff....

Games are a fun aspect of life.Games have been around since the start of time. They are a way for children to pass the time.Children have invented some fun ways to pass their time. In ancient times too, when there was much work to be done, kids still found time for their activities. These games were creative, and they became so popular that many of them are still played across the world....

Apart from laughter and games, head lice are a common parasite many children share.Head lice are small-sized parasites that infest the hair of a human. Lice can also infest animals.Head lice survive on the secretion the skin of their host makes and other skin debris. These transmit from one to another through direct contact as they are not much mobile. A child is most likely to get lice from school or other social places like a park or a daycare....

A hornet can be considered as the angry cousin of a honey bee!Honey is a product that is created by bees in large numbers. When honey bees is mentioned, our immediate thought is either to run or think of the sweet liquid gold which is honey!Bees, hornets, and wasps are all small insects that may look similar to us due to the black and yellow markings on their bodies but they are actually quite different....

This world is full of beautiful scenery, and rainbows are contributors.Rainbows make up the most beautiful part of the sky. Almost every person on Earth loves to see a rainbow.The beauty of a rainbow is incomparable. For some people, a rainbow symbolizes many great optimistic terms like hope, happiness, peace, and even promise. A rainbow is even marked as a new beginning in philosophical terms. Rainbows are a metrological phenomenon. A rainbow can normally be seen when it rains and sunlight appears....

The rivers of Europe have played an important role in world history as well as modern age globalization.The five major rivers of Europe are the Volga, the Danube, the Dnieper, the Don, and the Elbe. The Volga is the longest river in Europe, with a length of 2,293 mi (3,690.2 km).Europe’s second-longest river is the Danube River and emerges from the Black Forest region in Germany. Just like the Volga River, the Dnieper and Don rivers originate in the Russian Federation....

Garter snakes come in a diverse range of colors depending on the species, but the common aspect in each is the three longitudinal stripes.You could spot most of these garter snakes in Canada, Florida, and North America. They are often kept as pets as they are harmless to humans, and their venom is of mild intensity.If you are a North American resident, you have a high chance of encountering a garter snake....

Madara Uchiha is a powerful character created by Masashi Kishimoto, who became the mighty leader of the Uchiha clan and one of the most feared villains of the Naruto series. Madara gained his reputation as a legendary warrior because of his genius coupled with the ‘chakra’ he possessed.Madara had to, since his childhood, defend himself against all odds, because of which he became a perfectionist, not stopping until he had achieved the best....

We’re all familiar with the wasp, an insect of order Hymenoptera, similar to a bee or an ant.Wasps play a significant role in the ecosystem. They are said to be very helpful to humanity since they actively pollinate plants, guaranteeing optimal growth of numerous fruit and vegetables.All wasps are divided into two categories: solitary wasps that live alone and social wasps that live in groups. Solitary wasps are numerous; they do not establish colonies and they are larger than social wasps....

If dogs could speak they would explain why they love being scratched but it is the same positive feeling for both the dog and the person petting that dog.Dogs can easily pick up your energy from your touch when you pet them. Scratching them also gives them various messages.Most dogs would have been extroverts if they were humans. These incredibly social animals communicate through touch, smell, and taste. When you pet your dog, oxytocin, a bonding hormone, is released in humans....

Did you know that dogs yawn to cool their brain.Dog yawning is a common phenomenon. Dogs yawn as a sign when they are tired, stressed, sick, or bored.If your dog yawns, it could mean a few different things as yawning is one of those things that we’re not really sure why it happens. Some scientists believe that dogs yawn because they’re bored, stressed, or tired, while other scientists believe that it is a calming signal they yawn to cool down their brains, when air moves across the surface of the tongue, it creates an evaporation effect that cools them down....

With the onset of the pandemic, a slew of challenges followed humanity closely.The added advantage of the pandemic-induced hardship has been the increased inclination towards health and food habits. No one could have predicted that a virus would force us all within the four walls of our house, bringing the world to a standstill.A chronic illness can destroy all the goals and dreams we may have decided to invest in. Therefore, it is essential to keep a watch on our food habits and exercise regularly to keep ourselves healthy....

The ocean is full of so much wonder and mystery but ever thought of using it as a source for good girl names?There are so many amazing baby names inspired by the sea that would make the perfect addition to your family. Will you go for the name Meribella, which means ‘beautiful star (beauty) of the sea’ or for Kaia, which is a Hawaiian word for ‘sea’?Well, water you waiting for?...

Our lives are filled with different memories, some good, some bad.In its own way, each memory gives rise to a feeling of nostalgia, leaving us longing for more. Our lives are a juxtaposition of such memories.Find below a few ‘remember those who served’ quotes, ’they only remember you when they need you’ quotes, ‘how to remember’ quotes, ‘funny remember when’ quotes, ‘remember the fallen’ quotes, ‘remember me when I’m gone’ quotes, and more....

Germany is one of the most popular countries in Europe for many reasons.Apart from being a top priority on the list of travelers, Germany is known as the engineering powerhouse of Europe. Be it the speed limit of German cars and trains or the production capacity of German machinery, the efficiency of German engineering has been recognized all over the world.The Federal Republic of Germany, also known as Germany, or as the Germans call it, Deutschland or Bundesrepublik Deutschland, is a country in Europe....

Why Nordic Girl Names?Nordic culture provides an array of sweet, strong, and distinctive names to choose from. If you’re looking for something truly bold, these fierce Scandinavian warriors were known for their great voyages and militaristic prowess. They have become a legendary emblem of female strength and determination, making their names an excellent choice for parents looking for girl names that are dynamic and powerful. From Radgrid to Mist, Gondul to Hildr there are so many here for you to choose from....

Natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods arrive suddenly, causing catastrophic losses and ruining people’s lives and property.A tornado is a whirling type of air column that rises from the surface of the Earth and becomes a storm. Such a storm hit a tri-state of America in 1925, which included Indiana, Southern Illinois, and Missouri. The central parts of America are well-known for their tornadoes and are sometimes referred to as ‘Tornado Alley’....

Located in the far west outback in New South Wales of Australia, is the inland mining city of Broken Hill.Broken Hill is situated near the border with South Australia and is 1033 ft (315 m) above sea level. Broken Hill has a hot desert climate with an average annual rainfall of around 9 in (229 mm).Lying on the eastern flank of the Main Barrier Range, around 30 mi (48 km) east of the border of the state with South Australia, the mining town is also known by the name of Silver City....

When we say someone is gifted, it means that they have extraordinary talents and abilities in a field or activity.Talent is what sets an individual apart from the rest. The person can be a gifted dancer, artist, dramatist, writer, scholar, musician, cook, and the list goes on.Gifted individuals are known to be high-achievers and hard-working. However, being gifted is not limited to one’s performance in school tests; being gifted has a wider connotation that extends to other areas that do not use conventional timed tests as a yardstick to measure one’s giftedness....