It’s PIE time! My mom loved nothing better that a nice slice of pie and a cup of hot coffee. She passed that love down to me. Pie is just so pretty that it’s like a work of art. The beautiful, flaky, hand-rolled crust that has been crimped and fluted, laced, and cut into shapes is just marvelous to look at. The fillings can be as different and as many as there are colors in a mega box of crayons!...
Recently, we brought you an article that showed life in Virginia during the Great Depression. Your responses were overwhelming. The stories of hardship and compassion that you shared were simply beautiful in their honesty and humanity. And so we’ve decided to dig a little deeper into this fascinating period of Virginia’s history. Today, we are going to take a look at the period of time just after the depression as agricultural and manufacturing productivity increased, farmers got back on their feet and jobs were once again readily available....
Covalent Bond By: Sarah Knapp Last Updated: May 17, 2020 A covalent bond or molecular bond is a chemical link between two atoms where electron pairs are shared. Covalent bonds form between two non-metal atoms and non-metal compounds that possess the same or similar values of attraction (electronegativity). Electron pairs shared in a covalent bond are known as shared pairs or bonding pairs and increase the stability of the individual atoms as well as any molecule or compound they may form....
Disney’s Pinocchio has a a Rotten Tomatoes score as the movie released on Disney+ Day. Right now, the Tom Hanks picture sits at 37% on the Tomatometer and audience score for the film is hovering at 49%. Some of this may be due to the fact there are two Pinocchio projects out there in the wild. But, maybe people weren’t as enchanted as Disney might have hoped. At any rate, there’s going to be a lot of Disney+ content sharing the spotlight this weekend....
Gametophyte By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 28, 2017 Gametophyte Definition Gametophytes are the stage which produces sex cells in plants and algae that undergo alternation of generations. Among land plants, these sex cells may be referred to as “sperm” and “eggs,” with “male” and “female” sex cells combining to produce offspring. Unlike animals and other organisms that use sexual reproduction, gametophytes do not produce their sex cells through meiosis. Instead, all cells within a gametophyte organism are haploid – that is, possessing only one copy of each chromosome – and these haploid organisms produce gametes through mitosis....
Halloween is long over, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop seeking out the scares. If you’re a fan of all things creepy, Michigan is a great place to live or visit — we’ve got more than our fair share of haunted attractions. Here are ten places in the Great Lakes State where you can enjoy a healthy dose of fright. Northville Psychiatric Hospital Flickr/Thomas Hawk This abandoned hospital is often noted as one of Michigan’s most haunted locations....
Kingdom By: BD Editors Last Updated: June 14, 2018 Kingdom Definition In the study of taxonomy, the rank of kingdom is just below domain, as seen on the image below. All of life, thought to come from a single origin, can be broken down into lower levels of classification, such as a kingdom or phylum. Each consecutive level represents a more related group of organisms. This structure has evolved from only a few kingdom taxon with 3 or 4 lower divisions, to kingdom being the second highest division and having 6 divisions within that structure....
It looks like the M&M spokescandies are back after the candy company revealed that they would be retiring them in favor of Maya Rudolph. Rudolph appeared in a few commercials as the new spokesperson and revealed her new Ma&ya’s clam candy. There were a few Super Bowl commercials leading up to the big reveal, and it was pretty hilarious. It seems that the candies were jokingly retired after a backlash to some minor brand changes over the past year....
Marvel Snap has launched a brand new Battle Mode in a new patch that also nerfs one of the game’s most powerful cards. Today, Marvel Snap released a new patch that added a brand new “Friendly Battle” mode that allows players to challenge friends in battles through an in-game code. The patch notes also contain major changes for two cards – Leader and Wolverine. Wolverine has gotten a decent power buff, as the character now gains +2 Power when it regenerates at a random location when discarded or destroyed....
A state with a diverse and unique history, it should come as no surprise that Mississippi is filled with interesting sites. Since listing every awesome destination in the state would be nearly impossible, we put together a list of some must-visit sites to get you started. So, whether you’re a lifelong resident or recent transplant, here are 20 items you should definitely add to your Mississippi bucket list. Drive along one of the most scenic byways in the nation....
Notochord By: BD Editors Last Updated: March 15, 2018 Notochord Definition The notochord is an elastic rod which extends through Chordate organisms, providing rigid support. In the more derived Chordates, the Vertebrates, the notochord is replaced by the vertebral column, and becomes the cartilaginous substance between vertebrae. The notochord can be seen in the image below, of a lancelet. Lancelets are some of the simplest Chordates. The notochord extends the length of the organism, and allows for muscles to attach....
Plasmolysis By: BD Editors Last Updated: March 29, 2019 Plasmolysis Definition Plasmolysis is when plant cells lose water after being placed in a solution that has a higher concentration of solutes than the cell does. This is known as a hypertonic solution. Water flows out of the cells and into the surrounding fluid due to osmosis. This causes the protoplasm, all the material on the inside of the cell, to shrink away from the cell wall....
Mark Ruffalo has been a staple in the Marvel Cinematic Universe for ten years now, and he’s gotten a reputation for spoiling movies. The actor known for playing Bruce Banner/Hulk accidentally streamed the beginning of Thor: Ragnarok during the movie’s premiere and even dropped some major spoilers about Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame before they were released. It became a big running joke within Marvel and directors Joe and Anthony Russo even pretended to fire him....
Shin Kamen Rider is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Toei’s long running Tokusatsu franchise, Kamen Rider, with a new feature film, and now the movie finally has set a release date overseas with a curious new trailer and poster! It’s been 50 long years since Toei’s franchise first kicked off, and as part of a celebration of the anniversary for the original Kamen Rider series’ final episode, now fans have gotten the most significant update on its upcoming Shin Kamen Rider reboot yet as the Neon Genesis Evangelion creator prepares to take another classic franchise under his wing for a whole new upgrade....
If the walls of these asylums could talk, they would speak of a gruesome and troubled past. Of course, it has never been the intention of these institutions to cause any harm. And yet, due to lack of knowledge about mental illness, the patients were often subject to prison-like conditions and treatments which seemed more like evil scientific experiments. In that regard, we are grateful for how far medical procedures have come....
A good sandwich is many things: a marvel of engineering, the perfect balance of flavors and a visual treat. These places in Massachusetts serve sandwiches that check all three boxes. We didn’t include burgers (because they’re sort of in a class of their own) but you can check out our ultimate Massachusetts burger bucket list for more drool-worthy dining inspiration. Pajer Superette, Agawam Yelp/dan R. Yelp/dan R. These sandwiches are not only good – they’re enormous....
Mirror, mirror on the wall… who’s the fairest (city) of them all? We’re admittedly biased, but we like to think that Buffalo is home to some of the most beautiful places. Here are 20 spots that help to prove our point: Wilkeson Pointe Fox E. - Yelp Wilkeson Pointe on Buffalo’s Outer Harbor is a popular spot to catch a sunset or enjoy an afternoon picnic. The views from this beautiful Buffalo location are stunning, and photos don’t do it justice!...
If it’s not enough just to stroll around and see the beauty of Arkansas, then we’ve got a few places in mind around the Natural State to tell you about – locations where you can explore, photograph, look, learn, and love every moment of it! These strenuous hikes and natural underground caves and caverns attract plenty of adventurous visitors. So put on your hiking boots and get out there and explore....
At some point, most residents and visitors find themselves crossing New Mexico on one of our interstates. If you find yourself on this kind of long-distance drive, you’ll need to grab a bite to eat. However, road tripping doesn’t have to involve meals purchased at fast food restaurants or gas stations. With a little guidance, you can transform a pit stop into a delicious dining experience. Here are 12 amazing restaurants that are less than five miles off of I-10, I-40, and I-25....
If you’re a native Detroiter, there’s no doubt that you know all there is to know about the city, right? Wrong! No matter how long you’ve lived in the Motor City, it would be impossible to retain each and every tidbit of information about your hometown. Here are 13 facts about Detroit that might surprise you. There’s a salt mine below the city’s streets. Photo Credit The Detroit Salt Company operates a major mine from over a thousand feet below the surface of Detroit’s streets....
