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Cats are small domestic animals that can be seen in a lot of houses these days.Cats belong to the Felidae family. Cats are broadly classified into three categories based on the place they live, namely a house cat, farm cat, or feral cat.The first cat was domesticated in 7500 BC in the Near East. Early Egyptians gave a lot of respect to cats. Experts state that Egyptians were the first people to train cats and to have cats in their houses....

If you are not a person of science, then being confused about worms being insects or animals is not surprising.Organisms broadly fall into two categories: vertebrates and invertebrates. As worms do not have any bones in their bodies, they are called invertebrates like slugs, centipedes, spiders, and several other similar animals.There are several species of worms in the world such as the earthworm, the flatworm, and several others. One is differentiated from another by a minute or large difference in appearance....

Colossus was a first-generation computer that was discontinued in 1960.Colossus was a fictional computer in the movie ‘Colossus: The Forbin Project’ in 1970. This was based on a novel of the same name by D. F. Jones in 1966, a coincidence, as this release pre-dates the release of Colossus computers’ information.Colossus was the name given to a set of computers that the British codebreakers developed between 1943-1945. Colossus was built to assist with the cryptanalysis of the Lorenz cipher....

Antonín is known for composing 19th-century romantic music by molding folk material.Antonín Leopold Dvořák was a 19th-century Czech composer whose works included opera, chamber music, oratorios, symphonies, and concerts. Along with Smetana and Janacek, Dvorak is one of three well-known composers who wrote nationalist Czech music.His final symphony is known as the ‘New World Symphony’ because he wrote it in the United States (‘New World’). Slow movements with solos played on English barques were very popular....

RMS Titanic was a British luxury passenger ship known for its enormous size and splendor.The passenger ship operated by the British shipping company, White Star Line, had unmatchable facilities. She could accommodate around 2,453 passengers and over 900 crew members.It shocked the world in disbelief when the massive ship sank in the North Atlantic Ocean on her maiden voyage. The ocean liner struck an iceberg from Southampton, England to New York City, United States, on April 15, 1912....

You must have seen these beautiful red beetles with black spots on a leaf in your garden or on the playground as kids, but did you know that this adorable little insect can be a great pet?Ladybugs come from a species of beetles also known as Coccinellidae. To unravel more facts about this fascinating tiny bug, keep on reading!Different species of ladybugs can be great pets. These soft-bodied insects that are called pests by few are small, soft, colorful, and require minimal care....

The poodle is an outstanding dog, as seen by the numerous best-in-show winners in this dog breed.However, underneath the blue ribbons, magnificent hairdos, and regal demeanor, you’ll discover a loving family puppy with a long history and a variety of skills. They may wind up in shelters or rescue groups, despite the fact that they are purebred dogs.Poodles are renowned to be one of the world’s most intelligent breeds. They’re easy to train and adapt to almost any task you offer them....

If you ever stumble upon a kitten on the road, it would surely be hard for you to ascertain the kitten’s age without proper knowledge.Most kittens develop pretty fast, and their size may not always be the ideal indication of their age. A lot of other factors should be taken into account when estimating a kitten’s age.For cat lovers and those who engage in rehabilitating stray kittens, an integral part of their duty would be determining the age of the kitten they have adopted or put up for adoption....

Most people have visited the zoo at some point in their lives.A zoo is a favorite place for most of us who enjoy learning about wildlife. It is usually a lovely experience for all of us to see wild animals and birds in natural habitats.When we were in school, short visits to the zoo were organized as part of academics as part of school field trips. At the zoo, when we recall seeing several amazing birds with distinct colors, the one we always remember is most magnanimous of all, an ostrich, because of its long neck, big eyes, and extending eyelashes, as well as its jolting walk....

The word liberty originates from the Latin word ’libertas’.The Greek goddess Libertas represented this. Liberty means the ability to do as one pleases and to be free from authoritarian systems.Liberty is often used as a synonym for freedom. “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” is a common slogan raised during people’s revolutionary movements. It originated in France during the 17th-century French Revolutions and has been adopted by several other movements since. “All men have a natural right to life, liberty, and independence” is an important phrase in the United States Declaration Of Independence....

Korean films, food, music, language, and culture have gained worldwide popularity.Contrary to the tradition in many other countries, in both North Korea and South Korea, surnames and the level of generation precedes the first name. People are given their first name and surname together in Korea.Did you know that, according to the last census, there are a total of 286 Korean last names? The super-popular K-pop boy bands of South Korea, such as BTS and Monsta X, use their first names, and not their surnames, as their professional name....

In the original ‘Phantom Of The Opera’ musical, Steve Harley was asked to portray the phantom, however, the creative team later removed the rock edge of Phantom by casting Michael Crawford.In the 2004 movie, the sound of the crash of the chandelier is the original recording of the chandelier’s crash in the stage show. The replica of this chandelier is composed of 6,000 beads with 35 in each string.Gaston Leroux, a French author, wrote ‘Le Fantome De L’Opera’ or ‘The Phantom Of The Opera’....

If you love studying history, then the history of 1917 will surely fascinate you.While one of the most notable matters of 1917 was the USA joining the ongoing First World War by declaring an attack on Germany, a great number of other key occurrences also took place. From evolving fashion trends to various developments in the field of sports, 1917 was eventful in ways more than one.A look into the history of 1917 shows that the year was quite prominently shaped by the ongoing war....

‘The Tempest’ was written between 1610 and 1611 and is one of the last plays written by William Shakespeare.The play is centered on the protagonist Prospero’s life, who is a powerful sorcerer ousted from his kingdom along with his daughter Miranda to a remote island where he resides with his two servants, Caliban and Ariel. It is known for being an enchanting tale that includes many magical elements and songs, and falls under the genre of tragi-comedy....

Do you have a special interest in horror films?‘Beetlejuice’ is a horror flick that hit the screen in 1988. Winona Ryder in ‘Beetlejuice’ played Lydia Deetz, and earned a huge fanfare for her characterization.The movie’s story revolves around a dead couple (Adam and Barbara) who have become ghosts. The dead couple make attempts to scare the Deetz family from New York, who are the new occupants in their house. Lydia Deetz is a slightly strange teen who befriends the pair of ghosts who live in her new house....

Larry Bird is an American basketball player.Larry is known as the greatest player of his time in NBA history. He has also been the NBA coach.Larry attended Indiana State University. During his second year, he was drafted for the Boston Celtics. He has spent his era of professional career with the Boston Celtics. Larry won three NBA championships. He also won the league MVP for three consecutive seasons from 1984 to 1986....

Science fiction, popularly known as Sci-fi, is a genre based on scientific phenomena that are not completely accepted by mainstream scientists yet.Multiple universes, time travel, aliens, robots, extraterrestrial lifeforms are some widely used concepts of science fiction. Sci-fi is one of the greatest genres because it has storyline, action, suspense, and humor all in one.Sci-fi is not a new concept and has been a part of silent cinema since early days, but became more popular after the huge success of ‘Star Wars’....

Jacinda Ardern has proven again and again that she is a strong, capable world leader in her own right.Elected as New Zealand’s 40th Prime Minister in 2017, Ardern is the youngest woman to assume the position and has brought nothing but positive change to the country since taking her place in the office. Her progressive, inclusive policies and strong stance when it comes to burgeoning issues like climate change and gender equality have helped New Zealand develop like never before....

Have you ever wondered why people say that Mexican food is something that you should try at least once in your lifetime?Well, those who have had Mexican cuisine will know why. As for those who haven’t tried it, this article will surely make you want to try it!Either way, what comes to your mind when someone says Mexican food? Mostly, people would yell ’taco!’, and some may say ‘burrito’, but there is so much more to Mexican food than you could ever imagine!...

‘Throne of Glass’ is a popular fantasy novel series by American author Sarah J Maas.The story revolves around the journey of an assassin Celaena Sardothien. The storyline is full of dramatic twists and exciting plots.The main characters of ‘Throne Of Glass’ include Aelin Galathynius aka Celaena Sardothien who is trained to become an assassin from childhood; Rowan Whitehorn- a full-bodied face and Dorian Havilliard- King of Adarlan. The characters also include Chaol Westfall who later on enters in a love affair with Celaena Sardothian....