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The southern part of South America includes Argentina, and it is considered the second-largest country in South America after Brazil.The native population in Argentina is significantly less when compared to many other South American countries like Ecuador and Peru. The larger population in Argentina is of European descent, and in fact, around 95% of its population is from Europe, Spain, and Germany.Argentina is the eighth-largest country globally, and it occupies an area greater than Mexico and the US state of Texas combined....

The human body is not made to fly while a bird’s body is designed to fly.It helps them to travel long distances in less time to look for food and shelter. Birds are among the few wild animals which could fly and it is an absolute treat to watch as a bird flies in any direction in the sky.Birds can fly with the help of special organs possessed only by few living organisms which are their wings....

Categorizing stars based on their spectral features is known as stellar classification in astronomy.When a star bursts into a supernova and causes supernova explosions, it can become a nebula or a neutron star if it’s not very large. Usually, a dense core and an expanding cloud of hot gas known as a nebula is left behind, and a larger one might lead to a black hole.According to a new study, astronomers have discovered evidence of explosions caused by dead stars colliding with live stars, possibly indicating the existence of a new type of supernova....

Mules and donkeys may have similar looks, but, in reality, they are totally different.A mule is way more muscular than a donkey. Both mules and donkeys belong to the family Equidae and genus Equus.Mules are normally used for riding purposes while donkeys are used for both riding and the transportation of goods. Donkeys are actually descendants of African wild ass and mules are actually hybrid animals who are obtained by breeding a male donkey with a female horse....

Dogs are known for their ravenous appetites and their love for food!Unlike cats, dogs are usually not picky about food, and owners may frequently find their dog at the dinner table, begging for scraps. But, what exactly does it means when a healthy dog has suddenly stopped eating?Like humans, different dogs have different thresholds of hunger. Larger dogs simply need more food than smaller ones, as they need the energy to fuel their boisterous activities....

Foxes are omnivorous animals that belong to the Canidae family which includes several other animals such as wolves, dogs, and coyotes.Foxes are found all over the world including North America, Asia, Africa, and Europe and call all these different terrains their home. However, foxes in the wild do not live for a very long time in general.There are various fox species such as red foxes, Arctic foxes, Tibetan foxes, and fennec foxes....

One hug from that person you love is enough medicine to relieve stress and pain.A hug like the perfect way to show someone you love them without saying it. One hug that person you love gives can do great amounts of good.There are three main types of hugs including bear hugs, polite hugs, and back hugs among others. Side hugs are considered a hug too. Take a look at this list of ‘sometimes you just need a hug’ quotes....

Parents are aware that their baby is going to be brave and will stand tall wherever necessary.However, they find it difficult to get the right name that suits their baby’s powerful personality. The right name should convey the right emotion and should be impressive enough to make your child stand strong in a group.Babies may look innocent but soon, they mature enough to rule their own world in a spectacular manner....

Friar Lawrence is one of the most significant characters in ‘Romeo And Juliet’, a famous play by William Shakespeare based on love and death.“Nothing is more noble, nothing more venerable, than loyalty”, here Cicero describes loyalty, the thing that comes to mind for Friar Lawrence’s character in the ‘Romeo and Juliet’ play. He was Romeo’s good friend and played an important role in this love story.Friar Lawrence played an extremely pivotal role in the lives of the lovers Romeo and Juliet throughout the story....

For baby names, the Aztecs mostly drew inspiration from their religion and their ruling kingdom.During their dominion, their capital was Tenochtitlan which is now called New Mexico. It was a prolific center of culture and progress known for its art and sculptures, of which there is plenty of archeological evidence from excavations in New Mexico.The Aztecs were a flourishing civilization from the mid 1300s to the early 16th century. The Aztec tribe was dominated by the Indigenous people of Mexico called the Mexicas....

Monster High is one of the most popular monster movies that significantly influenced children with its worldwide release.Such has been the popularity of the initial characters of the monster movie that a dedicated toy line based on the characters of the movie have been registering impressive sales. Apart from toys, a range of dolls have also been created based on the iconic monster movie.The freakishly original ghouls and dolls always amuse the kids....

A mother is the most loving figure in any person’s life who shows him or her the best, unconditional love.More often than not, we shower our significant other with our best wishes on Valentines Day. But, what about our mother?She is the person who brought us into the world and was our first love, so does she not deserve a Valentines Day card too? If you’re wondering how to express your love for your mother and make her happy, a Valentine’s Day card might do the trick....

Sumerians are the ones who first invented writing.Sumerians are also known for many other innovations which include board games, the number system, monarchy, copper, the wheel etc.. Of course, this ancient civilization comes with a host of special names too.Sumer is the name given to the people of Sumerians. Sumer civilization was one of the first civilizations, located in the southernmost part of Mesopotamia. They are even older than Egyptians. Sumerians referred to themselves as ‘black-headed people’....

William was born in Falaise in the Duchy of Normandy in the year 1028.His father was the profound Robert I the Duke of Normandy, while his mother was a local tanner’s daughter. William was an illegitimate child because his parents were not married.Even though he was an illegitimate child, William grew up to become the future Duke of Normandy. Robert I, decided to take William on a trip to Jerusalem when William was seven years old....

Agra Fort is located in the state of Uttar Pradesh in northern India.The fort itself has been at the heart of the history of India. It has seen rulers come and go throughout the centuries.This fort was the recipient of the Aga Khan award for architecture in 2004. The fort itself is built on the ruins of the Badalgarh fort, which was razed to the ground by Akbar during his victory in the Second Battle of Panipat....

Steve Prefontaine is a long-distance running champion who influenced many and ushered in the US’s running boom.On 25 January, 1951, Steve Prefontaine was born in Coos Bay to Raymond George Prefontaine and Elfriede Anna Marie Sennholz. Since childhood, he was interested in sports and continued to show this enthusiasm and dedication throughout his life.He was interested in football and basketball. But, due to his short stature, he was not selected. He saw some athletes practicing long-distance running and got interested in it and started focussing on it....

Have you ever come across a movie line or a meme on social media that got you feeling, “That is so me!"?We have all been there. We somehow encounter a book, a song, a movie, or a person that reminds us of ourselves or something we know and that best describes us.It is also true that we most want to relate when we feel alone and disconnected from the world. We need to understand that no matter what we go through or where we are, we are, in fact, never alone....

Charlotte Mason was born on 1 January 1842 in Bangor, United Kingdom, and died on 16 January 1923 in Ambleside, United Kingdom.She spent a significant part of her life trying to improve the quality of children’s education. Her experiences in life helped her work towards developing a more liberal education for all.Charlotte was orphaned at the age of sixteen. She earned a first-class certificate for training teachers at the Home and Colonial Society....

Sirius is basically the proverbial ‘black sheep’ of the Black family.He is the lone Gryffindor in a bloodline full of Slytherins. He was hated so much in his own family that he had to spend most of his childhood at the Potters’.Madman, convict on the run, mass-murderer, traitor, spy, he is called many names. But as the story unfolds, we see him turning into a fan-favorite. Sirius has an amalgamation tattoo on his sternum representing his spirit animal - the wolf....

The American lawyer, Adlai Stevenson was also a well-known diplomat and politician.He was raised in Bloomington, Illinois, and he became a member of one of the oldest parties in the United States, the Democratic Party. He served in the federal government as well.Adlai Stevenson handled numerous positions in different governmental bodies and in one of the oldest political parties in the world. He was in the State Department, Agricultural Adjustment Administration, Department of the Navy, and Federal Alcohol Administration....