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It’s the beginning of the end for The Walking Dead. The eleventh and final season of the zombie drama returns to air the first of its last eight episodes ever on Sunday, October 2nd, at 9/8c on AMC. In Season 11 Episode 17, titled “Lockdown,” Daryl (Norman Reedus), Carol (Melissa McBride), Maggie (Lauren Cohan), and Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) are among the survivors making their last stand against Lance Hornsby (Josh Hamilton) and Governor Pamela Milton (Laila Robins) of the Commonwealth....

Lysosome By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 28, 2017 Lysosome Definition Lysosomes are specialized vesicles within cells that digest large molecules through the use of hydrolytic enzymes. Vesicles are small spheres of fluid surrounded by a lipid bilayer membrane, and they have roles in transporting molecules within the cell. Lysosomes are only found in animal cells; a human cell contains around 300 of them. Not only do they digest large molecules, they are also responsible for breaking down and getting rid of waste products of the cell....

Moray Eel By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: July 9, 2020 A Moray Eel Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Actinopterygii Order Anguilliformes Family Muraenidae Genus 16 different genera Species 202 known species Niche Opportunistic Predators Length Up to 9.8 ft (3 m) Weight Up to 66 lbs (30 kg) Lifespan Up to 15 years Social Structure Mostly solitary, sometimes cooperative Conservation Status Some species Endangered, some Least Concern Preferred Habitat Mostly coral reefs, though some species prefer freshwater habitats Average Clutch Size Up to 10,000 eggs spawned at a time!...

Andrews McMeel Publishing is turning Oz into a Dungeons & Dragons campaign setting. The tabletop publisher behind Zweihander has announced Oz: A Fantasy Role-Playing Setting, a new rulebook that provides rules for playing a Dungeons & Dragons campaign within the beloved city of Oz. The 216-page rulebook provides Game Masters with rules for exploring Neverland as an “urban setting pointcrawl” with secrets to discover, such as what happened to the infamous Slippers worn by Dorothy when she defeated the Wicked Witch of the West....

Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023 is going to feature some big names from the franchise. Hayden Christensen (Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader) and Katee Sackhoff (Bo-Katan Kryze) will both be headling this year’s Star Wars Celebration – and both are fan-favorite actors starring in big Star Wars TV series this year. Christensen will follow his appearance in Obi-Wan Kenobi by appearing in the Star Wars: Ahsoka series starring Rosario Dawson. Sackhoff will be in the midst of her latest appearance in The Mandalorian, with Season 3’s big Mandalore-focused storyline kicking off in March....

Craft kits are a fun way to introduce kids to crafting—no matter how young or old. From intricate paper activities to basic knitting projects, these kits can equip even the most beginner child with new skills and confidence in crafting. To start, be sure to pick a craft that aligns with your child’s interests, advises lifestyle writer and craft blogger Jennifer Perkins. Longevity plays a part, too. “It’s nice to look for kits that kids can circle back to again and again like stitching, beading, knitting, pottery wheel, woodworking, or weaving,” says Rachel Withers, editorial manager for The Artful Parent....

There certainly may be plenty going on in our big cities once things get warm, but it’s whimsical events that are taking place in our small towns that you’ll want to make a point of visiting this year. From food festivals to themed events that will trigger your curiosity, there’s something on this list for everyone to enjoy. Prepare to fill up your calendar because you’re going to want to experience these festivals in New York that you’ve never heard of!...

It’s that time of year again! Independence Day is rolling up quickly, and with that comes festivals and celebrations all over the state that you definitely won’t want to miss. You might be thinking, “Just where are the fireworks near me this year?” and we have the answers! This year, our shows are going to be bigger and better than both 2015 and 2016’s stellar shows. All of these shows will be on the night of the 4th, unless otherwise stated....

“Where can I find the best fireworks near me?” is the question that’s on many Washingtonians’ minds as we prepare to celebrate another Fourth of July. The short answer is: pretty much anywhere. Just like in 2015 and 2016, we’ve rounded up a Fourth of July fireworks guide to help you decide where to be mesmerized this year. Gas Works Park, Seattle Sean Munson / Flickr Seattle’s infamous fireworks show has been a beloved tradition for decades....

Will Godzilla appear in the next MonsterVerse movie? The team behind Toho’s iconic king of the Kaiju has been keeping fans guessing in the period of time following Godzilla vs. Kong. After that event film helped Warner Bros. climb back from the pandemic slump, rumors circulated that director Adam Wingard would continue to shepherd the MonsterVerse franchise – but that Wingard could be looking to do a Son of Kong movie as his followup, potentially leaving Godzilla out of the mix entirely....

Sometimes, New Jersey cities get overshadowed by our neighbors, New York and Philadelphia. It’s understandable since these massive metropolises have so much to offer, but so do we. We have some spectacular attractions hidden in our big cities, though they’re often avoided due to safety and security concerns. While this is reasonable, New Jersey residents are really missing out on some great destinations. If you’re willing to head to Manhattan, why not give say… Jersey City a chance?...

Now that the new year is here, you might be thinking of how to make the best of 2017. Why not try changing things up a bit, starting with your dining routine? Here are a few incredible restaurants we highlighted in 2016 that you should definitely try out this year! Don’t forget to click the links provided in each description for more details about each restaurant. Barrio Cafe, Phoenix Barrio Cafe/Yelp...

AEW has a new Twitter beef on its hands — Andrade El Idolo vs. Sammy Guevara. El Idolo recently spoke with Mas Luchas and had some disparaging comments about Guevara, saying, “They are all good with me, but I did have one issue with a wrestler. I am going to say his name, it was Sammy Guevara. I had an issue with him because he once came to the locker room and complained that we hit him too hard....

Bridgerton has easily become one of Netflix’s biggest hit series, with the first two seasons of the romance series being viewed for hundreds of millions of hours thus far. A lot of this success is thanks to the show’s buzzworthy ensemble cast, including Regé-Jean Page, who became a breakout star through his performance as Simon Basset in the show’s first season. Even amid that success, fans were shocked that Page did not return for the show’s subsequent seasons, with the show’s creative team explaining that Simon did not fit into the narrative that Season 2 was telling....

Dendritic Cells By: Sarah Knapp Last Updated: July 17, 2020 Dendritic cells are named after their shape and are not neurons with dendrites, as was thought when first discovered in the late nineteenth century. They are bone marrow and lymph-derived leukocytes or white blood cells. Dendritic cells play a primary role in immune responses. The ease with which they can be grown in laboratories together with their strong antigen-killing features makes them a promising anti-cancer agent....

Doctor Strange in the Multiververs of Madness is now streaming on Disney+ and will be released on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD next week. The MCU film featured some exciting cameos who made up the Illuminati, including Lashana Lynch. Lynch first appeared as Carol Danvers’ best friend, Maria Rambeau, in Captain Marvel. Sadly, the character was killed offscreen in WandaVision, but Lynch played an alternate version of her in the new Doctor Strange....

D&D Beyond will air a special one-shot featuring Critical Role cast members and other well-known D&D personalities to help preview the upcoming Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel adventure anthology. “The Fiend of Hollow Mine” will be run by Eugenio Vargas (of Rivals of Waterdeep fame) and will feature a cast that includes Matthew Mercer, Robbie Daymond, and Anjali Bhimani of Critical Role as well as Amy Dallen and Michael Galvis. The one-shot will air on Friday, July 8th at 7 PM ET....

Ever since it first launched on Netflix late last week, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery has been celebrated by viewers. The sequel to 2019’s Knives Out absolutely upped the ante in some delightful ways, assembling a new supporting cast to surround Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig). In addition to some fictionalized characters, the film featured multiple cameos from celebrities playing themselves — including a noteworthy appearance from the late Angela Lansbury....

Harbor Seal By: Shawn Laidlaw Last Updated: November 8, 2020 A Harbor Seal Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Mammalia Order Carnivora Family Phocidae Genus Phoca Species P. vitulina Niche Carnivorous marine mammal Length 5-6 ft (1.7-1.9 m) Weight Up to 300 lb (140 kg) Lifespan 25-30 years Social Structure Largely solitary Conservation Status Least concern Preferred Habitat Temperate coastal Average Number of Young 1 Main Prey Species Fish Predators Sharks, orcas, sea lions, bears, wolves, coyotes, eagles, humans The Basics The harbor seal is a carnivorous marine mammal....

How Do Cells Maintain Homeostasis By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 15, 2018 Homeostasis at the cellular level is critical to maintaining homeostasis in the whole organism. Animal cells have several ways to help them stay in equilibrium. Cell Membrane and Phospholipid Bilayer The cell membrane functions as a boundary separating the internal cellular environment from the external environment. It is selectively permeable which means it lets some materials pass through but regulates the passage of other materials....