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For decades, the traditional meal to leave out for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve is milk and cookies, but a new promotional campaign from Rice Krispies is encouraging fans to leave out a batch of Rice Krispies Treats for Kris Kringle. In addition to launching a new campaign honoring the time-honored treat, the cereal is also offering to take care of the entire holiday shopping list for 25 lucky winners, with each winner taking home up to $2,000 to cover gifts, travel, and whatever else they might need to celebrate the holiday....

We are entering the week of turkey dinners, and as yummy as those big Thanksgiving meals may be, we might become “turkeyed out” before week’s end. Italian cuisine is a nice way to change things up and re-excite your taste palate. Here are a few great Italian spots in Missouri that are sure to please. Florentina’s Ristorante Italiano, Branson Yelp.com Yelp.com Florentina’s offers true family dining options with their family platters, menu items served family-style, with portions for groups of 4-6....

Now that the holidays seem like a distant memory, it’s time to start heading out on some adventures that will make this year an epic one. So today we are featuring 11 trips in Southern California that will add some joy to your life. Whether it’s an afternoon hike in a remote SoCal forest or a day trip to one of SoCal’s most charming towns, you are sure to find something on this list that will add a little extra spark and happiness to your week....

You can’t do any better than free as far as entertainment goes, and many of the places on the list below are totally free. Even the ones that aren’t free require very little money. You can drive to any one of these dozen places and explore to your heart’s content—and your bank account won’t suffer for your travels. The River Market District in Little Rock Flickr/Nicholas Henderson From wandering around a sprawling park to visiting a glorious nature center, there are several things that can be done on the Arkansas River at Little Rock that won’t cost you a single dime....

Georgians love Waffle House. It’s a no-brainer. We are extremely proud to call this waffle chain a true Georgian staple, especially since the very first one opened in 1955 Avondale Estates, Georgia. However, beyond grabbing such delicious waffles at the most obvious joint around, there are a ton more spots in Georgia to satisfy your waffle cravings that maybe you wouldn’t have known about. That’s why we’re here…to make your weekend afternoon, and really any morning you’d like, delectably delightful....

“Did you save any room for dessert?” can sometimes be a painful question to be asked at a restaurant. You’ve just eaten your weight in delicious food and you’re about to burst out of your pants, and then your server comes and tempts you with a delicious piece of pie or a scoop of ice cream. At these 14 restaurants in Kentucky, you definitely want to answer “yes” to that question....

When you think of the word “resort,” you may picture a palm-tree lined, beachfront complex with sparkling pools and fruity drinks. But Kentucky is home to several pretty incredible resort getaways, tucked right into the beautiful mountains, lakes and rolling hills of the Bluegrass State. Many would argue that Kentucky boasts the best collection of park resorts in the country with their beautiful views, attractive accommodations and endless activities. Out of the 49 state parks, 17 are resorts and each one offers unique attractions, activities, lodging and places to explore....

The AEW Interim World Champion just defended his Championship on AEW Dynamite, and now it has been announced that Moxley will also be competing at New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s upcoming Music City Mayhem event. The event is part of Starrcast’s extensive list of events during the weekend of WWE’s SummerSlam, and NJPW revealed that Moxley’s opponent will be El Desperado in a No Disqualifications match. The match will be the main event, and while no other matches have been confirmed for the event yet, the recently returned Kushida is also on the poster....

Chromosome By: BD Editors Last Updated: October 4, 2019 Chromosome Definition A chromosome is a string of DNA wrapped around associated proteins that give the connected nucleic acid bases a structure. During interphase of the cell cycle, the chromosome exists in a loose structure, so proteins can be translated from the DNA and the DNA can be replicated. During mitosis and meiosis, the chromosome becomes condensed, to be organized and separated....

Fatty Acids By: BD Editors Last Updated: October 4, 2019 Fatty Acids Definition Fatty acids are comprised of hydrocarbon chains terminating with carboxylic acid groups. Fatty acids and their associated derivatives are the primary components of lipids. The length and degree of saturation of the hydrocarbon chain is highly variable between each fatty acid, and dictates the associated physical properties (e.g., melting point and fluidity). Moreover, fatty acids are responsible for the hydrophobic properties (insoluble in water) exhibited by lipids....

Hyaline Cartilage By: BD Editors Last Updated: October 4, 2019 Hyaline Cartilage Definition Hyaline cartilage is a type of connective tissue found in areas such as the nose, ears, and trachea of the human body. The word hyaline means “glass-like”, and hyaline cartilage is a glossy, greyish-white tissue with a uniform appearance. It is one of the three types of cartilage; the other two types are elastic cartilage and fibrocartilage. Hyaline cartilage is the most abundant type of cartilage in the body....

We’re only a few days away from the anime following Jolyne Cujoh and her quest to save her father from the nefarious Pucci releasing its final episodes, and to get fans hyped for the grand finale, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure has begun an artistic countdown sharing new art for the conclusion. Based on the wild previous episodes that followed the first female protagonist of the series, anime fans should buckle up for what is to come as this last batch of installments are some of the most unbelievable in the show to date....

Marvel Snap is doing something about its most annoying card. A leaked balance patch for Marvel Snap revealed that The Leader will be getting a slight power nerf, with more changes potentially coming to the card soon. The Leader is one of the most controversial cards in the popular free-to-play card game, as its ability copies all cards played by an opponent on that turn. The Leader is most effective when used against decks that use high Power cards designed to swing a location in a player’s favor....

Samoyed By: Lindy Whitehouse, Ph.D. Last Updated: September 17, 2020 Samoyeds are one of the 14 breeds of ancient dogs. Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Mammalia Order Carnivora Family Canidae Genus Canis Species Canis lupus Subspecies Canis lupus familiaris Height 19 – 23.5 inches (48.3 – 59.7 cm) Weight 50 – 60 lbs (22.7 – 27.2 kg) Lifespan 12 – 14 years Social Structure Domesticated, herding dog Status Least concern Natural Habitat Domesticated Average Litter Size 5 – 9 puppies Main food item Dog food Potential predators Few predators The Basics The Samoyed is a breed of working dog that was bred to pull sleds and herd animals in some of the coldest conditions....

New Super Nintendo World videos reveal the Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach mascots in all of their glory. Nintendo’s brand has grown immensely since stealing the hearts of many in the 80s and 90s via its gaming consoles, but the company has been very protective of its brand. Although it shelled out some pretty awful adaptations of its games in its early days as a video game company, it has learned a lot and largely stuck to focusing on its games and some merchandising rather than expanding the brand in big ways like adaptations or big theme parks....

Sympatric Speciation By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 28, 2017 Sympatric Speciation Definition Sympatric speciation is speciation that occurs when two groups of the same species live in the same geographic location, but they evolve differently until they can no longer interbreed and are considered different species. It is different from other types of speciation, which involve the formation of a new species when a population is split into groups via a geographic barrier or migration....

In Alabama, we’re fortunate to have natural beauty surround us. Stunning waterfalls, majestic mountains, beautiful caves and towering forests are just a few examples of beautiful scenery that’s scattered throughout this great state. There are many incredible places in Alabama to explore, and listed below are 12 natural wonders that are definitely worth checking out. Little River Canyon National Preserve flickr/pookie_NY Little River Canyon National Preserve is located atop Lookout Mountain near Fort Payne, Alabama....

If the weather reports are right, we’ve got a big blizzard on the way. That means it’s time to stock up on the essentials – milk, eggs and bagel shop bagels. If you’ve never left the Garden State for a significant amount of time, you may not realize just how lucky we are. I spent a summer in California and had to drive 40 minutes to get to a bagel shop, and it was a chain....

Many people love a good ghost story and most cities have at least one or two hauntings to call their own. Some places, however, have more than their fair share of spirits, and Cheyenne seems to be just such a place. Maybe the state’s capital is a natural magnet for supernatural activity, or maybe it’s been the site of a number of tragic deaths over the years. Whatever the reason, Cheyenne just might be the most haunted city in Wyoming....

In this day and age you can pretty much walk into any restaurant and find at least one tasty sandwich waiting for you on the menu. But if you’re looking for extraordinary sandwiches that are worthy of your dining bucket list? Then allow us to point you in the right direction. Various dishes that all have their own savory qualities to offer, you’ll want to try these nine sandwiches in New York before you die!...