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Hideo Kojima’s studio, Kojima Productions, is considering legal action after the gaming auteur was falsely linked to the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. For those who aren’t huge into video games, Hideo Kojima is a video game developer responsible for the beloved Metal Gear Solid series. It’s one of the most renowned franchises in gaming and allowed him to build a name for himself, similar to that of a prestigious film director....

Mandarin Duck By: Lindy Whitehouse, Ph.D. Last Updated: August 12, 2020 Male mandarin ducks are very colorful. Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Aves Order Anseriformes Family Anatidae Genus Aix Species Aix galericulata Length 8 – 10 inches ( 21.0 to 24.5 cm) Weight 1 – 3 pounds Lifespan Up to 12 years Social Structure Social Status Least Concern Preferred Habitat Wooded, rocky ponds and streams Average Clutch size 9 – 12 eggs Main food item Seeds, acorns, small fruit, insects, snails, and small fish....

Artificial Intelligence is becoming more of a facet in our daily lives, with netizens online sharing art that was created predominantly using machines rather than artists themselves. While the topic is one that has harbored plenty of discussions, it would seem that the anime world is getting in on creating artificial art of its own, with a new short collaboration that partners Netflix and Wit Studio with technology developer Rinna Inc hitting the internet....

Netflix released The Sandman earlier this year and it was based on an original IP from DC Comics’ Vertigo imprint. Warner Bros. had been trying to get a Sandman project off the ground for several years but creator Neil Gaiman refused to be attached until it turned into a TV series for Netflix. After a long wait Netflix revealed that they had officially green-lit a second season of the series and Gaiman recently teased the second season and a new member of The Endless appearing at Netflix’s panel at CCXP Brazil....

Start Codon By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 28, 2017 Start Codon Definition The start codon is the initiation signal for translation that is found on a messenger RNA (mRNA) strand. Remember that translation is the process that leads to the formation of strings of amino acids when anticodons present on the transfer RNA (tRNA) molecule attach to their complementary codons on the mRNA. This is the way our bodies create proteins that are crucial for various functions in the body....

A good fabric marker can easily transform T-shirts, canvas totes, sneakers, denim jackets, and more with its vibrant, nontoxic, and often permanent ink. We researched the best fabric markers for every project, considering the permanence, tip style, and compatibility of each pick. Our favorite option for shirts is the TULIP Dual-Tip Fabric Markers. Thanks to the unique two-tip design, creating vibrant and detailed permanent designs on T-shirts is mess-free and easy....

Right between where the Murderkill River and the St. Jones River meet the Delaware Bay, a small town has established itself as one of the premier fishing towns in the state of Delaware. Despite its commercial successes, this town remains one of the quaintest communities in the state, where the motto of “The Way Life Used To Be” could not be more appropriate. Welcome to Bowers Beach. This tiny town is well known in the state for at least one reason…...

Uncharted is getting a major resurgence with its new Netflix debut. Earlier this year, Sony finally released Uncharted starring Tom Holland as Nathan Drake. Although the film received mixed reviews, it performed quite well commercially and was helped out by the fact it was coming hot off the heels of Holland’s Spider-Man: No Way Home. The film was a long time coming, even pre-dating Holland’s mainstream acting career. Development on the movie began in the early 2010s, shortly after the release of Uncharted 2: Among Thieves on PlayStation 3 with Mark Wahlberg set to play Nathan Drake himself....

In case you hadn’t noticed, Ohio is downright creepy compared to other states. It’s full of spooky, abandoned places nature is reclaiming, haunted destinations that will give you chills and eerie unsolved mysteries. The following places, events and people are just a few of the many reasons why Ohio is the most terrifying, spookiest state. The Ohio State Reformatory (Mansfield) Tabitha Kaylee Hawk/Flcikr Formerly known as the Mansfield Reformatory, this historic prison is home to the state’s most violent ghosts....

You’d be hard pressed to find a city or town in the entire state that didn’t have some sort of historical significance. Whether it’s the site of an historic battle, the home or birthplace of a president or founding father, or just a beautiful old town with deep roots in the history of our state, many Virginia cities and towns retain the charm of times long gone and tell the stories of our past....

Life hacks. We see them all the time and yes, it’s always good to know how to get most of the toothpaste out of the tube or the best way to store your cleaning supplies. But there are a few life hacks that are ESPECIALLY good for those of us who call Virginia home. From winter snow tips to spring cleaning to best ways to survive the summer, these tips are sure to help make your life a little easier throughout the year....

Whether 2016 was an awesome year for you or if you can’t wait to put it in the rear view, it was quite a year to be in Wisconsin. We’ve worked hard to bring you the most interesting places in the Dairy State to explore in 2016 and now we’re getting your year off to a great start with 19 places to add to your 2017 bucket list. In no particular order, here are 19 places we told you about in 2016 that you need to make time to see in 2017:...

As the saying goes, it’s whats on the inside that counts. These unassuming little hot spots might try to fool you with their humble exteriors but what you’ll find on the inside will blow your taste buds out of this universe. With all of these delicious American, Polynesian, Mexican, Thai and European dishes available to you in the last frontier, you better get to planning your next date night ASAP....

Don’t y’all think it’s about time for a camping trip? Once the crazy spring weather calms itself down and we can be reasonably assured that strong winds won’t try to carry us off or flash flooding won’t attempt the same, we’re all going to want to log a little time in some of the Natural State’s incredible campsites. Below there are 15 campgrounds right here in Arkansas that you should mark off your camping bucket list, along with one extra entry....

Consumer By: Sarah Knapp Last Updated: October 27, 2020 Definition Consumer is a category that belongs within the food chain of an ecosystem. It refers predominantly to animals. Consumers are unable to make their own energy, and instead rely on the consumption and digestion of producers or other consumers, or both, to survive. Consumer Explained Consumers are found in food chains, where they are joined by two other groups – producers and decomposers....

Cricoid Cartilage By: Sarah Knapp Last Updated: October 27, 2020 Definition Cricoid cartilage is part of the larynx (just below the pharynx), and sits on a level plane just below the thyroid gland and thyroid cartilage. It is a circular piece of hyaline cartilage which wraps completely around the trachea, providing a place of attachment for various ligaments, muscles and other cartilage. Overview While the majority of cartilaginous rings that surround the trachea are semi-circular, the first ring – the cricoid cartilage ring – is a complete circle and features a narrow arch anterior and a broad lamina posterior to the airway....

Disney Lorcana, the upcoming collectible trading card game featuring a wide range of Disney characters, will release its first products in August. IGN was the first to report that Disney Lorcana will be released on August 18th in local game stores, followed by a mass retail release on September 1st. Gen Con attendees will also have the ability to purchase Disney Lorcana directly from Ravensburger. The new card game will be supported by a wide range of products, including three pre-built Starter Decks and an Illumineer’s Trove, which contains 8 booster packs, two deck boxes, a player’s guide, and various tokens....

Being someone who was born and raised in Indiana and is now raising a family of her own, I think anywhere in Indiana is a great place to raise a family. However, there is no denying some towns and cities are better than others within our beautiful state. Keep in mind, I’m just one person and you may or may not agree with my opinions. But, I do go digging for statistics and figures when I compile these lists....

Warning: this story contains spoilers for Sunday’s episode of Tales of the Walking Dead, “Blair/Gina.” Déjà vu, time loop, or psychotic disorder? One explains how Circle of Trust Insurance Company co-workers Blair (Parker Posey) and Gina (Jillian Bell) repeat an endless loop on Tales of the Walking Dead. When bossy Blair and meek Gina try to survive the onset of the apocalypse in 2010, they’re stuck reliving a day that ends the same way every time: with Blair and Gina dying over and over....

I’m a firm believer in brunch, especially on a lazy weekend day. To me, there’s nothing better than a good brunch spread – freshly made waffles and omelets, pastries, bacon, scrapple, chicken, and of course mimosas and bloody marys! Luckily, Delaware feels the same way that I do about brunch, and it’s no surprise that there is an incredible selection of brunch in Delaware. These places really go over the top with their brunch offerings and service....