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The long-running debate about whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie gets taken quite literally in this trailer for Violent Night, a new action film starring Stranger Things and Marvel’s Thunderbolts star David Harbour. Harbour plays a version of Santa Claus who is just trying to do his yearly duty to kids of the world – only to have his workflow interrupted when he gets involved in the home invasion of a wealthy family while delivering presents to their estate....

Water Cycle By: Sarah Knapp Last Updated: May 16, 2020 Definition The water cycle or hydrologic cycle describes the complex systems that allow water to move across the Earth and atmosphere. The most basic step of the water cycle is the change of state of water as a liquid, gas or solid in the atmosphere. However, the water cycle also envelops various methods of water transportation and water types such as plant uptake, transpiration, groundwater, precipitation, and percolation....

It doesn’t have to be near Halloween for you to have a good scare, but also have fun while doing it. Kentucky has some truly creepy and terrifying places, so we compiled a list of 10 of the scariest places in the state. All of these locations are rumored to be haunted, and people hoping to spot a ghost visit them frequently. Waverly Hills Sanatorium, Louisville Flickr/beenit Waverly Hills is known as one of the most haunted places in Kentucky....

Microsoft has claimed it doesn’t know some basic facts about Call of Duty, such as when it was first released. Call of Duty is one of the biggest franchises out there and it’s pretty hard to deny that. It seems to be a big reason why Microsoft was so okay with offering to purchase Activision for nearly $70 billion, which would make it the biggest acquisition in the history of gaming....

It seems like everyone visits Idaho exclusively for its well-known “big-name” attractions, while so many other incredible places fly under the radar. Even a quick Google search will turn up the same ol’ things. But Idaho has so much more to explore off the beaten path! Next time your friends or relatives come to visit, take them somewhere a little more unexpected and definitely less crowded. There’s so much more to Idaho than meets the eye, and you’ll both have fun (re)discovering some new places....

The Flash is getting a trailer way later than anyone expected. A new report from One Take News says that the DC Comics film won’t be debuting that clip until 2023. Now, that’s a huge blow to anyone wanting to see what Ezra Miller is going to bring to Barry Allen on-film this time. But, it probably should have been expected with the extensive production delays and the actor’s own legal troubles effectively putting the project’s rollout in limbo....

Allele Frequency By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: January 15, 2021 Allele Frequency Definition The allele frequency is the number of individual alleles of a certain type, divided by the total number of alleles of all types in a population. In simple terms, the allele frequency describes how common an allele is within a population. Allele Frequency Overview The allele frequency is different from the phenotypic ratio in that it accounts for all alleles, even if they are recessive and are “hidden” within carrier organisms....

Catabolic Reaction By: Kate Latham Last Updated: April 1, 2021 Catabolism is a type of metabolic reaction, one that takes place inside all living cells. Catabolic reactions involve the breakdown of large, organic molecules into smaller, simpler ones, accompanied by a release of energy. The other type of metabolic reaction, anabolism, involves the building of complex, organic molecules from smaller components, and requires an input of energy. Catabolism is a type of metabolic reaction Examples of Catabolic Reactions Catabolism is a series of biochemical reactions that break down large, complex molecules into smaller, simple ones....

Endothelium By: BD Editors Last Updated: June 6, 2017 Endothelium Definition The endothelium is a layer of cells that lines the blood vessels and lymph vessels of the body. Although you probably don’t know it exists, your epithelium is vital to keeping you alive! It includes all blood-and-lymph carrying vessels, including the chambers of the heart and the glomeruli, or “filters,” of the kidneys. Endothelial cells are a type of epithelial cell – “epithelium” being the fourth major type of animal tissue, along with connective tissue, muscle tissue, and nervous tissue....

How is a Cam Plant Suited to Its Environment? By: BD Editors Last Updated: September 7, 2017 CAM is an acronym for crassulacean acid metabolism, a photosynthetic process used by plants that live in dry and/or arid environments. Plants in arid climates can lose a lot of moisture if their stoma are open during the day to let in carbon dioxide. CAM plants leave their stoma closed during the day and open them at night instead....

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? ended the first half of its fourth season with a massive cliffhanger, and the series has announced it will be following up that ending with the second half of the season coming back next year with the next major arc of the series! The fourth season of the series wrapped up its first cour together with the rest of the ending Summer 2022 anime schedule, and while fans were hoping for more of the season, it turns out it’s going to be a bit of a wait before we get to see what comes next....

Marvel might be making a change with a She-Hulk villain. Fans rejoiced when Frog-Man popped up in the trailer for the Disney+ show. But, maybe that isn’t the version of the character that a lo of people expected. Brandon Stanley talked to D23 at the premiere for She-Hulk. A lot of people were surprised to see his character referred to as Leap Frog instead of Frog-Man. This raises a lot of questions....

Marvel decided to fix Ms. Marvel’s biggest continuity error. Ms. Marvel Fans UK discovered the difference on Disney+ and flew to social media to alert the larger fandom. Viewers will remember the State of Liberty coming into frame durign the finale of the series. However, due to the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home, the statue should be copper instead of green because of the refinishing. But, there it was in the normal jade hues upon Ms....

To say that Marvel Studios has been on a bit of a hot streak for the past 10+ years is a bit of an understatement. The studio has some of the highest grossing films of all time, and now they’re getting ready to take over the streaming space. Over the past two years, they have already released eight series on the Disney+ streaming service, with most, if not all, getting nominated for Emmy awards....

If you’re looking for great deals, vintage pieces and hidden gems, there are certain New Jersey towns that you know won’t disappoint. Antiquing is a fun hobby and even a way of life for some, the following New Jersey neighborhoods are loaded with charm and antique treasures. Cape May Facebook/Out Of The Past Antiques Facebook/Cape May Antique Center Visiting this Victorian-era shore resort is almost like taking a step into the past, so it’s no surprise that they’re packed with antiques....

Overpopulation By: BD Editors Last Updated: October 4, 2019 Overpopulation Definition Overpopulation refers to a population which exceeds its sustainable size within a particular environment or habitat. Overpopulation results from an increased birth rate, decreased death rate, the immigration to a new ecological niche with fewer predators, or the sudden decline in available resources. Therefore, overpopulation describes a situation in which a population in a given ecosystem limit the resources available for survival....

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds has released a first-look photo of the new recurring engineer character Pelia, who will be joining the series in the upcoming Season 2. Played by Emmy and Oscar-nominee Carol Kane (The Princess Bride, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt), Pelia is described as “highly educated and intelligent, this engineer suffers no fools. Pelia solves problems calmly and brusquely, thanks to her many years of experience.” Sounds like she’ll fit in just fine with the skilled coordination and wonderfully barbed banter of the Enterprise crew....

It’s like descending into another world. Onondaga Cave at the state park of the same name is truly a wonder. In fact, it has been registered as a National Natural Landmark. Onondaga Cave State Park is located on the Meramec River approximately 5 miles southeast of the village of Leasburg. Mostateparks.com The cave and surrounding area have a long and interesting history. The land was originally settled in 1850 by George and Statirah Cresswell, who built a mill on the Meramec River near Saranac Springs....

Vicuña By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: July 4, 2020 A Vicuña Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Mammalia Order Artiodactyla Family Camelidae Genus Vicugna Species Vicugna vicugna Niche Herding Herbivore Length About 5 feet (1.5 m) Weight <150 lbs (35-60 kg) Lifespan 15-20 years Social Structure Herds Conservation Status Least Concern Preferred Habitat Grassy plains, mountainous slopes Average Number of Offspring Typically 1 fawn Main Prey Species Grasses Predators Puma, Culpeo, Foxes The Basics The vicuña (pronounced ve-coon-ah) is a species native to the Andes mountain, closely related to the guanaco....

It may not be a town that initially comes to mind when you think of Oklahoma, but the little town of Vinita is one rich with great history, kind people, and plenty of things to do. Established in 1871, the first town to have electricity in the state is tied forever to Oklahoma’s favorite son, Will Rogers. While he attended Willie Halsell College in his youth, Rogers always held a special place in his heart for this welcoming community....