Tundra Biotic Factors By: BD Editors Last Updated: July 30, 2017 The tundra is a biome that does not have many trees because of short growing seasons and low temperatures. The three types of tundra on the Earth are the Arctic tundra, alpine tundra and Antarctic tundra. There are a variety of biotic factors that are characteristic of each type of tundra. Various bacteria and fungi are important biotic factors that are common in all tundra biomes....
Most of us love going to restaurants with unique decor or a huge crowd. But there’s nothing wrong with breaking bread somewhere a little more humble every once in a while. Not every restaurant has to have all the bells and whistles, after all. These 11 unsuspecting restaurants in Minnesota may not be among the world’s most beautiful or well-known restaurants, but their food is nothing short of delicious. Swedish Inn - Lindstrom Google Maps...
Mississippi summers may be brutally hot, but that’s no reason not to look forward to them. There are plenty of amazing things to do in the state during the warmer months. From water activities (which are practically a necessity) to indoor fun, these 15 awesome things should definitely be on your Mississippi bucket list this summer. Take a day trip to Ship Island. SC Cunningham/Flickr Just a short boat ride from the Gulf Coast, Ship Island is a tropical paradise, complete with gorgeous white beaches and beautiful blue water....
As fans of 1923 may have noticed, there wasn’t a new episode of the Yellowstone prequel this week. There wasn’t a new episode of the hit Paramount+ series last week either with fans left on a bit of a cliffhanger from the previous episode, “War and the Turquoise Tide” which saw the new threat of Donald Whitfield (Timothy Dutton) begin to make moves against the Duttons in Montana while in Africa, Spencer (Brandon Sklenar) finally finds out about the issues at home and makes the decision to return to the United States with Alex (Julia Schlaepfer), but now, fans are being reminded that while there are major twists coming for the series, there’s still a wait to find out what’s next for the Dutton family....
Welcome to 2017! A new year is a new start and also a great time to plan your bucket list for the year ahead. There’s plenty to do, see, and eat in North Carolina – but these 17 adventures will make your 2017 completely unforgettable! Visit the ‘Grand Canyon of the East.’ Only In North Carolina / Danny Richard Buxton Linville Gorge has been deemed the Grand Canyon of the East and is breathtakingly beautiful....
A brand-new Black Panther: Wakanda Forever TV spot revealed the best look at Ironheart’s armor yet. In that footage, Riri Williams looks to be joining the fight against the Talocan forces who are laying siege to Wakanda. Her suit in the spot is a bit different from the more industrial model we see her piloting and working on in the trailers for this movie. In fact, the Ironheart armor is looking more like those toys that surfaced from the movie a few weeks ago....
Chainsaw Man series creator Tatsuki Fujimoto has had one busy year, and now the creator has crafted a new one-shot titled Just Listen to the Song that’s currently available to read for free! Ever since Fujimoto brought Chainsaw Man’s manga run to an end with Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine a couple of years ago, fans have seen the creator branch out with experimental new stories in the interim. The creator has been involved with a number of one-shot manga stories that have featured entirely different worlds and characters from what fans saw in the bloody action series....
Halloween is drawing near, and if you are like me, you love scary stuff and enjoy this time of year. We have already told you about a lot of places, both real and man-made (and some a little of both perhaps?), as well as some spooky haunted roads you might be brave enough to drive down. Here are a few more places in Missouri with some creepy histories and stories of things that go bump in the night....
Genetic Drift vs. Gene Flow vs. Natural Selection By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 24, 2019 Genetic drift, gene flow, and natural selection may sound similar or even confusing to some. All three are mechanisms in the evolutionary process that have to do with alleles and/or gametes, but there are several significant differences. Discussions about genes and natural selection usually include the term allele. An allele is just one version of a gene found at the same place (locus) on a chromosome....
One of Issa Rae’s HBO Max shows will not be returning for Season 3. In an exclusive report from The Jasmine Brand, Sweet Life: Los Angeles was confirmed to not be returning. With Season 3 premiering just this August, a lot of viewers were wondering why the show wouldn’t be continuing on Max. Well, some of the series stars have hinted that the Discover and HBO merger has a lot to do with it....
Idris Elba is playing Coachella and fans were very surprised. For those who might not know, the movie star is also an established DJ. The announcement came a bit late this year as the lineup usually drops on January 3rd. But, Elba’s inclusion also caused quite a stir along with headliners like Frank Ocean and Bad Bunny. Long ago in London, the 50-year-old was cutting his teeth playing records in small venues....
James Gunn and Peter Safran have found themselves atop DC Studios, serving as co-chairmen of the new entity created by Warner Bros. Discovery to oversee the production of all DC-related films and television shows. Under the purview of DC Studios, movies and series live-action and animated will combine to form an interconnected universe now called the DC Universe. As Gunn himself confirmed on Twitter Sunday, video games will also be included in the franchise....
Each with a population of less than 1000 (in some cases less than 100), these unique small towns in Missouri all preserve a bit of history. Whether they play host to travelers or stay pretty much to themselves, there is something interesting to say about each one of them. Here are just 11 of the many tiny towns in Missouri with much to offer. Jamesport POP 515 “Jamesport-missouri-main”. Licensed under CC BY-SA 3....
Pirates of the Caribbean producer Jerry Bruckheimer says that one of the series’ original writers is coming back for the next movie. Comicbook.com’s Chris Killian spoke to him for Top Gun: Maverick and they had to address getting back on the seven seas. “I’ve very excited, it’s going to be terrific,” Bruckheimer began. “We’re just working on the screenplay. One of the original writers, Ted Elliot, is helping write it. He has a great command of the characters....
Why Is Homeostasis Important By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 15, 2018 In general, homeostasis refers to the balance within a system that keeps it operating within a range of conditions. Homeostasis helps animals maintain stable internal and external environments with the best conditions for it to operate. It is a dynamic process that requires constant monitoring of all systems in the body to detect changes, and mechanisms that react to those changes and restore stability....
West Virginia is a state rich in history and tradition. Craft beer, by definition, is “beer made in a traditional or non-mechanized way by a small brewery.” The Mountain State has a number of these small craft breweries in the state, and here are several worth checking out. Chestnut Brew Works, 444 Brockway Avenue, Morgantown, WV Facebook/Chestnut Brew Works Chestnut Brew Works started out in April, 2013, as a small brewery nestled in the woods of southern Monongalia county, about 10 miles south of Morgantown, WV....
We have an abundance of gifts from Mother Nature in our beautiful state. That is a simple truth. However, you may find the manmade wonders in Kentucky to be quite impressive as well. Creating impressive or “awe-worthy” attractions is quite a challenge when compared to our nature’s abundant forests, natural bridges, lakes, rivers and interconnecting caves. Fortunately, we have some talented architects, engineers and everyday people that put their heart and soul into adding other great things and places to the Bluegrass State....
Here in Iowa, we love pork tenderloins, sweet corn…. and barbecue. There’s nothing in the world like barbecued Iowa pork; we know how to do it just right. Next time you’re cravin’ some Q, head to one of these 12 BBQ joints in Iowa – they’ll be sure to keep you coming back for more. Jimmy Jack’s Rib Shack, Iowa City Jimmy Jacks BBQ/Facebook Jimmy Jack’s was voted the best BBQ in Iowa by Thrillist, and it’s easy to see why - their food is amazing!...
Seattle may have a big food scene, but the smaller towns in Washington are where you can really find some of the best dishes. Especially when they’re made with fresh, local ingredients from right here in the Pacific Northwest. The next time you’re looking for a bite to eat, skip out on the crowded bistros in the city and find one of the many local spots in these 15 small towns....
If you’re a Pennsylvanian, you’re well aware of the sheer awesomeness of Pennsylvania. But, what about the rest of Americans? There are just some things that others don’t know unless they’ve visited PA. Here are 15 things every Pennsylvanian wants the rest of the country to know. We live in an extremely diverse state. Flickr/Robin Monks Perhaps there’s no better word to define PA than diverse. A drive across the state will take you past sprawling farms, the Amish countryside, through charming small towns, and to vibrant big cities....
