I’ll get this out of the way right away: bugs are a very important part of every ecosystem. They might be pesky and sometimes harmful, but they all have their place in the interconnected web of life. Having said that, I’ll also say that I’m a little freaked out by bugs. Last week I had my entire household running around trying to catch some big, scary flying thing while I cowered in the corner....
Who said small towns were boring places with nothing to do? We certainly don’t think so! These quiet communities are filled with smiling faces, beautiful views, and some pretty cool attractions that will keep you entertained for a weekend. Check out a few of our favorite small towns that are anything but boring. Benson Jason Eppink/Flickr This southeastern town sits along Interstate 10 and what you see in the photo is only the start of some pretty cool things you can find here (it’s a statue of a velociraptor dinosaur sitting outside the local McDonalds)....
The sights and sounds of the Bluegrass State are vast, especially when it comes to history and nature. Some fantastic spots even combine Mother Nature’s beauty with history. We are blessed with spots like Cumberland Falls, Red River Gorge, Natural Arch State Park, all of which get an abundance of tourism – local and otherwise. However, an equally amazing, but often less talked about destination is the beautiful, and unique Cumberland Gap National Historical Park....
Halloween may be a few months away, but it’s never too early for a good scare. Luckily, Mississippi is filled with real haunts that are open for tours all year. So the next time you’re looking to have a spine tingling adventure, check out one of these haunting tours in Mississippi. Dunleith Historic Inn (84 Homochitto St., Natchez) Visit Mississippi/Flickr This National Historic Landmark was built in the 1850s, and has had some strange occurrences take place....
Analogous Structures By: BD Editors Last Updated: May 1, 2020 Definition Analogous structures are similar structures that evolved independently in two living organisms to serve the same purpose. The term “analogous structures” comes from the root word “analogy,” which is a device in the English language where two different things on a basis of their similarities. Analogous structures are examples of convergent evolution, where two organisms separately have to solve the same evolutionary problem – such as staying hidden, flying, swimming, or conserving water – in similar ways....
While many people claim that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, they certainly underestimate the fact that it can also be the most fun. When you mix mimosas, delicious coffee and a thick stack of pancakes together, what’s not to love? Especially when you are able to sleep in late to enjoy it. We’re talking about the beauty of brunch—a midday meal that you can relish each and every weekend....
Chainsaw Man has been heating up as it readies to take over the world with its highly anticipated anime premiere later this Fall, and the series is stacking up the voice cast with new additions for Pochita, Himeno, and more! Chainsaw Man recently held its super exclusive world premiere in Japan with a few lucky fans in attendance able to check it out. But while other fans around the world will still have to wait, the event also revealed some of the most concrete information about the upcoming production yet as it readies for its full premiere in just a matter of weeks....
Deadpool 2 director David Leitch met with Marvel Studios about returning for Deadpool 3. Leitch is currently promoting his new action movie Bullet Train, led by Deadpool 2’s Vanisher actor, Brad Pitt. Uproxx spoke to Leitch and noted that Leitch has yet to make two movies in the same universe. Leitch explained, “It’s probably more of what I’m doing and some circumstance. I love all of those worlds, and they’re all precious to me....
David Tennant is returning to Doctor Who for the show’s 60th anniversary season and photos taken of the production offered fans their first look at both Tennant’s Doctor and Catherine Tate as companion Donna Noble. Those photos don’t even scratch the surface according to Tennant, who was a guest at this weekend’s Fan Expo Boston. During his panel, Tennant addressed those set photos, saying they “aren’t even close to the whole story....
Metamorphosis By: BD Editors Last Updated: October 4, 2019 Metamorphosis Definition Metamorphosis is a process by which animals undergo extreme, rapid physical changes some time after birth. The result of metamorphosis may be change to the organism’s entire body plan, such as a change in the animal’s number of legs, its means of eating, or its means of breathing. In species that use metamorphosis, metamorphosis is also typically required for sexual maturity....
My Hero Academia’s anime has officially kicked off the Final Act of the series with the newest episode, and Season 6 is highlighting what’s to come with a new poster showing off the faces of all the One For All vestiges! The second half of the second season has been spending the last few episodes exploring the immediate fallout of everything that happened in the first half of the season’s Paranormal Liberation Front War arc....
My Hero Academia has named the fiery villain Dabi the MVP of Season 6’s newest episode thanks to that deep dive into his tragic past! Endeavor and his impact on the rest of the Todoroki Family have been one of the major plots throughout Kohei Horikoshi’s original series’ run as a whole. They came into the main focus during the events of the fifth season as Endeavor became the number one hero, and now they have gotten even more attention from the rest of Japan when it was revealed that Dabi was actually the long thought dead Toya Todoroki....
The long-running Acquisitions Incorporated Dungeons & Dragons campaign has come to an end, although Penny Arcade has already announced plans for a sequel series to celebrate the franchise’s 15th anniversary. Last night at PAX Unplugged, the long-running Acquisitions Incorporated campaign officially came to a close, with original campaign member Jerry Holkins joining Holly Conrad, Anna Prosser, and Jasmine Bhullar for a final adventure. However, the live finale ended with a tease of things to come, with a Kickstarter announced for a second Acquisitions Incorporated campaign with the potential return of Jim Darkmagic, the character played by Mike Krahulik....
Photoautotroph By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 28, 2017 Photoautotroph Definition Photoautotrophs are organisms that can make their own energy using light and carbon dioxide via the process of photosynthesis. The word photoautotroph is a combination of autotroph, the word for an organism that makes its own food, and the prefix photo-, which means “light”. Green plants and photosynthetic bacteria are examples of photoautotrophs. They are not to be confused with photoheterotrophs, which also make energy from light but cannot use carbon dioxide as their sole source of carbon, and instead use organic materials....
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will release on Nintendo Switch next week, but the platform already offers a significant number of other Pokemon games. Players that have save data on their console for Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu!, Pokemon: Let’s Go, Eevee!, Pokemon Sword, Pokemon Shield, Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Pokemon Brilliant Diamond, or Pokemon Shining Pearl will be happy to know that Scarlet and Violet will offer a special in-game reward. The game will have four different cases that can be put on the player’s Rotom phone, with each one having a corresponding design inspired by that game....
WWE’s 30th Anniversary of Monday Night Raw was originally supposed to feature an “Acknowledgement Ceremony” for Roman Reigns featuring every member of The Bloodline as well as various WWE legends from the Anoa’i Family tree. That plan has since been scrapped — not because Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson couldn’t make it — but because other advertised legends Rikishi were deemed unable to attend. The angle was then changed to a trial for Sami Zayn, whose loyalty to the group has been called into question ever since Reigns began feuding with Kevin Owens again....
A state with such extensive history is bound to have a few haunted tales. Or perhaps hundreds of them. Many of Virginia’s spookiest stories seem to revolve around various sites around the state, and so we’ve done some further investigation. Without further ado, here are the 10 most terrifying sites in Virginia for you to explore (if you dare): Braley Pond Campground Austin McCracken/YouTube Austin McCracken/YouTube Camping is an activity that seems to lend itself to spooky situations....
Within the past few years, Georgia has had some pretty phenomenal fireworks shows over Fourth of July Weekend. We brought you the best Georgia firework displays in 2015 as well as Georgia July 4th fireworks in 2016 which is why this year will be no different. For those wondering “where are the best fireworks near me?” we have you covered. Take a look at some of the best 4th of July celebrations going on in your Georgia neighborhood in 2017....
There is just something so creepy about a place that completely closes off to the outside world for the majority of the year. This tiny town may be a thriving little hot spot during the summer months, but what comes next will give you the chills. Nearly all of the businesses close down and you can count the number of residents on both your hands. The only way out is via snowmachine or if the weather is good, you might have a slim chance of hopping on a tiny little bush plane and making it back to civilization....
There are numerous vacation spots throughout Alabama. Whether you’re interested in sports, history, or beautiful scenery, Alabama has a perfect vacation spot for you. Let’s take a look at 10 awesome family-friendly vacation spots that are right here in Alabama. Gulf Coast Beaches flickr/faungg’s photos Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have some of the BEST white-sand beaches in the world! Adventure, fun and relaxation is what you’ll experience while vacationing at any of Alabama’s Gulf Coast beaches, and just a few of the many activities you can participate in include: deep sea fishing, ziplining and parasailing....
