Marvel fans are arguing if the MCU is the real Earth-616 or not. On Reddit, REALJFM started up the age-old argument again and people were happy to debate this idea into the ground. A lot of the turmoil stems from the fact that 616 is the “main” Marvel continuity in the comics. Now, before the events of Spider-Man: Far From Home, the idea of the MCU’s universe being the same as the comics version was not well discussed....
Pathogenic Fungus By: BD Editors Last Updated: January 24, 2018 Pathogenic fungi make people and other organisms sick and can kill them. For humans, about 300 pathogenic species of fungi are known. Some of them are Candida, Aspergillus, Cryptococcus, Histoplasma, Pneumocystis and Stachybotrys. One example of Cryptococcus is Cryptococcus neoformans which causes severe meningitis in people who are infected with HIV or have AIDS. The skin, gastrointestinal tract, respiratory tract and genital-urinary tract are areas of the body that often become infected with pathogenic fungi....
Tanuki By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: July 26, 2020 A Tanuki (Japanese Raccoon Dog) Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Mammalia Order Carnivora Family Canidae Genus Nyctereutes Species Nyctereutes procyonoides viverrinus Niche Omnivorous Opportunists Length 18-28 in (45-71 cm) Weight 6-15 lbs (3-7 kg) Lifespan Up to 11 years Social Structure Mated Pairs Conservation Status Least Concern Preferred Habitat Lightly forested areas Average Litter Size 6-8 pups Main Prey Species Insects, amphibians, reptiles, smaller mammals, carrion, fruits, nuts Predators Wolves, birds of prey, humans The Basics The tanuki is a subspecies of the raccoon dog, native to parts of Eastern Asia....
So, before you all start telling me which buildings I “forgot”, let me just say that there is SO MUCH gorgeous architecture and great historical buildings in the state that I could never in a million years list them all. In St. Louis and Kansas City alone, there are numerous amazing buildings with great stories behind them. What I have done here is try to take a sample of a few....
Everyone loves a good ghost story to get their imaginations running wild, and what better time to share some than with Halloween right around the corner?! So, get your s’mores, blankets, and hot chocolate ready, and share some of these with your friends and family around the fire! (Or, you know, cuddled up on the couch; whatever you prefer.) La Llorona Denise Rowlands/Flickr While the story of La Llorona is told in many different parts of the world, it has roots in Texas, too....
Our state is known for its unique history and beautiful landscapes. However, there are a few things that stand out, giving us worldwide renown. One is the Kentucky Derby. The other is the amazing spirit called bourbon, and the colorful bourbon history in Kentucky. Since September is National Bourbon Heritage month, we thought bringing up some of the unknown or unusual history of this favored spirit might be in order....
There’s no better way to experience the diverse beauty of Virginia than by enjoying our state’s beautiful hiking trails that lead to extraordinary places. The following trails range in topography, difficulty, and views, so there should be a little something for everyone. The spectacular views you’ll gain at the end is merely the icing on the cake, because each trail itself is unique. Lace up those hiking boots and don’t forget to pack plenty of water....
Alabama has some of the best festivals around, and even though this year is nearly half over, you still have time to check out many festivals before the year ends. Let’s take a look at 14 Alabama festivals that visitors keep coming back to every year. Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic - Decatur wikimedia commons The Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic will be held May 23-24 (Memorial Day Weekend) in Decatur....
There are some field trips you never forget. Maybe you remember them for their unique tours or the neat item you purchased in the gift shop on your way out. Whatever the reason, learning about Ohio was downright fun on field trip day. The following are 14 amazing field trips every Ohioan took as a kid—and should retake now. The Ohio Statehouse (Columbus) Arlenz CHEN/Flickr Officially finished in 1847, our beautiful state capitol is known for its distinctive rotunda and regularly hosts tours organized by the Ohio Statehouse Museum Education Center....
The Hawaiian Islands are one of America’s most popular tourist destinations, with more than eight million visitors in 2015 – more than five times the total population of Hawaii. With so many people visiting such small islands, our favorite destinations are often crowded. From enchanting botanical gardens and cascading waterfalls to incredible farms and jaw-dropping highways, these 15 off-the-grid places will take you away from it all and make your time spent in Hawaii simply unforgettable....
I love breakfast. I can eat it any time of day, and absolutely the best way to have breakfast is to let someone else cook it for you and bring it to your table. Egg yolks sopped up with hash browns and toast, pancakes with maple syrup, overstuffed omelets, giant Belgian waffles…yum! Here are a few great places in Missouri to try if you are craving breakfast food. The Boardwalk Café, Webster Groves Yelp....
Life isn’t always quiet in North Dakota small towns. Once and a while, something truly big happens; something big enough to gain the attention of thousands. These 5 tiny towns each had a brief moment in the spotlight when everyday life was disrupted for something huge: Michigan, ND Andrew Filer/Flickr With only 294 residents, Michigan City is usually pretty quiet in the day-to-day life. But on a fateful day in 1945, tragedy struck that would go down in history as one of the worst disasters in North Dakota....
Every city has its quirks, and Charlotte definitely has a few of our own. Don’t get us wrong, we are proud of our city and the small peculiarities that make us unique. Visitors from other cities may think we are weird when we do these nine things, but our Charlotte neighbors completely understand why and do them too! Refer to the Downtown as Uptown. James Willamor/Flickr When people move to Charlotte they quickly realize it’s a faux pas to call the city “downtown....
CM Punk opened this week’s AEW Dynamite with an explosive promo in which he set up the AEW World Championship unification match with Jon Moxley (later confirmed for next week’s Dynamite). However, before any of that he decided to call out Hangman Page to an impromptu championship match and claimed Page had disrespected him. Page didn’t answer (according to John Silver, he was in catering at the time) and Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer later reported that Punk went off-script with that stunt....
AJ Styles has his club back together. Earlier this month, Karl Anderson and Luke Gallows made an unannounced return to World Wrestling Entertainment, popping up on Monday Night Raw to align with The Phenomenal One is his fight against The Judgment Day. This put the tandem, collectively known as the Good Brothers, in a rare spot within the professional wrestling landscape. While the duo had finished up their commitments with Impact Wrestling, both men still had verbal agreements with New Japan Pro Wrestling that extended until NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 17 in January....
Crystallization By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 22, 2018 Crystallization Definition Crystallization is a natural process which occurs as materials solidify from a liquid, or as they precipitate out of a liquid or gas. This can be caused by a physical change, such as a temperature change, or a chemical change such as acidity. Crystallization is a process directed by the size and shapes of the molecules involved, and their chemical properties....
Pokemon Journeys has finally given Ash Ketchum a major win that has been 25 years in the making, and the original voice actor behind the famous trainer in the English dubbed released has sent their well wishes to the icon following his big win! Although Ash already made history for the anime franchise with his first League championship win during the Sun and Moon anime series, Pokemon Journeys took this to the next level as Ash pit his skills against the entire world and all of the other League Champions across the many regions of the franchise introduced thus far....
We’ve got a lot of amazing places to explore in Ohio. From breathtaking state parks to America’s largest candy store, there’s something for everyone to explore in Ohio. The following are 19 incredible trips to take in Ohio. After you take them, you simply won’t be the same. The following are 19 incredible trips to take in Ohio. After you take them, you simply won’t be the same. Old Man’s Cave (Logan) April Dray/Only In Your State If you’ve yet to take hike the Old Man’s Cave trail at Hocking Hills State Park in Logan, you’re truly missing out....
One of Virginia’s greatest assets is her abundance of small towns. But just because a town is small doesn’t mean it’s boring. In fact, many of these towns are filled with history, natural wonders and more than a little excitement. These 18 small towns in Virginia with big attractions are the perfect example. Smithfield - World’s Oldest Ham…and much more! Jasperdo / flickr Greg Vassilakos [Public domain] / Wikimedia Commons Best known as the ham capital of the world, Smithfield is where world-famous Smithfield Ham began....
A grassroots campaign has gathered thousands of signatures for an open letter protesting the reported terms of a new Open Game License set to be published by Wizards of the Coast. Last week, details emerged about the OGL 1.1, the legal framework which allows third-party publishers to make Dungeons & Dragons material. While Wizards of the Coast previously confirmed that a new OGL would be issued, details about the new framework included highly controversial language surrounding the rights of material published under the OGL, a 25% royalty fee on all work published under the OGL that generated more than $750,000 of income per year, and the “de-authorization” of the previous OGL despite previous claims by Wizards that publishers would be able to use old versions of the OGL should a new version be issued with less than favorable terms....
