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Florida is famous for its theme parks and perfect beaches, but our state also has a reputation for quirky charm and a general weirdness (which is not necessarily a bad thing). These unique urban legends and ghost stories are some pretty good examples. The Fountain of Youth Flickr/Chuck Coker You’ve probably heard stories that conquistador Juan Ponce de Leon was positive that the mythical Fountain of Youth could be found somewhere in Florida....

Saturday Night Live! is getting ready to launch the Spring 2023 half of the 48th season of the hit variety series, and it’s going to be very different from previous seasons. One thing that will remain the same is the weekly hosts and musical guests making an appearance. SNL Season 48 has finally announced their first round of hosts and musical guests for the upcoming second half of the season. The official Twitter account for the series revealed that on January 21st Aubrey Plaza (The White Lotus, Agatha: Coven of Chaos) is set to be the host of the series, with Sam Smith serving as the musical guest....

Whale Shark By: Shawn Laidlaw Last Updated: October 19, 2020 A Whale Shark Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Chondrichthyes Order Orectolobiformes Family Rhincodontidae Genus Rhincodon Species R. typus Niche Pelagic Planktivore Length Up to 62 feet (19 m) Weight 42,000 lbs (19,000 kg) Lifespan 70-100 years Social Structure Solitary or in Small Shoals Conservation Status Endangered Preferred Habitat Coastal and Offshore waters Average Number of Young 300 Main Prey Species Zooplankton, Phytoplankton Predators Humans, Sharks, Marlin The Basics The Whale Shark is the largest species of extant shark....

When the rest of the world thinks of Minneapolis-Saint Paul, they probably don’t think about art or the sophistication of curated museums. As Minnesotans, we know that’s wrong and we’re here to put that stereotype to sleep. Minneapolis and Saint Paul both contain vibrant museums that are for everyone to see. Here are the 10 museums you must visit: The Science Museum of Minnesota Flickr/jpgellen Dinosaurs, electricity, and mummies, oh my!...

It is not very hard to find a Mexican restaurant in most Kentucky towns, but finding mind blowing Mexican food is a little more difficult. We are quite fond of Hispanic cuisine, and really enjoy fresh foods prepared in the authentic tradition. It takes a special touch to hang onto tradition and maintain the perfect taste in your product. When it happens, you experience melt in your mouth food that is more addictive than… whatever you find addictive....

When you think of the term “bucket list,” you might imagine Fiji or other exotic, tropical wonderlands. But, if your bucket list includes all the things in life that you MUST do and see, you’d be crazy to not include Maine. Whether winter, spring, summer or fall, Maine offers just as much beauty and excitement as other dream destinations. Here are just a few of the reasons we think Maine absolutely must be on your travel bucket list....

Idaho is renowned for its authentic Western history as one of the last frontiers in the country, but recreating those experiences doesn’t stop at visiting a museum or ghost town. I’m not talking tacky, or kitschy Smoking Guns-themed watering holes — I’m talking the authentic, down-to-earth rustic atmospheres you’ve grown to know and love which might just let you step back in time and feel like Clint Eastwood could charge through the doors at any time....

Biogeography Examples By: BD Editors Last Updated: July 6, 2017 Historical biogeography is also called paleobiogeography and studies species distribution now as it relates to distribution in the past. Ecological biogeography examines the distribution of species in relation to biotic and abiotic factors in the environment. Finally, conservation biogeography is a relatively new field of biogeography which combines the study of conservation with biogeography to try and anticipate future conditions so that planning can be done to protect the biodiversity on Earth....

Directional Selection By: BD Editors Last Updated: October 4, 2019 Directional Selection Definition A directional selection is a force in nature that causes a population to evolve towards one end of a trait spectrum. While some traits are discrete and have specific variations (think eye color), other traits are continuous, and exists as a wide range of nearly infinite values (think height). If a discrete trait goes through a directional selection, only one variety will be selected for (only blue eyes)....

The scheduling conflict involving Karl Anderson, WWE and New Japan Pro-Wrestling has been resolved for this coming weekend. For those who missed it, here are the highlights — Karl Anderson (and Luke Gallows) signed a new WWE contract and arrived on Monday Night Raw on Oct. 10 despite still being the NEVER Openweight Champion in New Japan. Instead of having him stripped of the title, it was reported that Anderson and Gallows would continue to appear at New Japan events up through Wrestle Kingdom 17 next January....

If you’re looking for a state that works to support and preserve its natural land, look no further than Maine. For a place that often gets overlooked when people consider “outdoor” states in the USA, Maine has quite a selection of areas to explore. I’m sure you know we have a breathtaking national park, but did you know that we have a state forest (Durham State Forest), state memorial (Colburn House State Memorial), and state wildlife management area (Pond Farm State Wildlife Management Area)?...

Percy Jackson and the Olympians continues its mythical momentum. The series is already deep into production, as it is currently in its third month of production in Vancouver, but took the time last week to celebrate the titular character’s canonical birthday. Author Rick Riordan, star Walker Scobell, and even the Empire State Building itself celebrated August 18th with official images, appropriately blue cupcakes, and an Olympus-style light show. Even with all those gifts, one present was notably absent: a first look teaser trailer....

Virginia’s natural attractions are a major reason why our state is one of the most strikingly unique in all the land. Whether you’re up for a trek through a sand cave, a breathtaking waterfall hike, or something else altogether, you need look only to Virginia’s beautiful backyard for a tour of truly amazing natural wonders. These are some of the most incredible natural attractions in our state: Luray Caverns Craig Pennington/flickr Any list pertaining to Virginia’s natural wonders would be remiss to leave off a mention of Luray Caverns....

Black Adam could be The Rock’s biggest hit as a leading man, and the megastar is understandably pumped about it. He’s looking forward to its eventual totals, telling fans that the movie has so far outpaced Hobbs & Shaw, the Fast & Furious movie he headlined with Jason Statham, and even suggested that its final box office tally could eclipse that of Fast & Furious 9. He’s already close – because he is only talking about the domestic box office, rather than worldwide....

The Simpsons will be meeting superstar Italian singer Andrea Bocelli – and his family – in a new Disney+ special. Entitled “The Simpsons meet the Bocellis in ‘Feliz Navidad’”, the holiday-themed special will stream on Disney+ starting on December 15th. In the synopsis provided by Disney+, we get the story of how “Homer surprises Marge with the ultimate gift: an unforgettable performance from Italian opera superstar Andrea Bocelli and his 25-year-old son Matteo and 10-year-old daughter Virginia....

Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is getting ready to launch with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, and that’s only a fraction of what this new phase has in store for us. There are several projects in different stages of production on both the film and streaming side including projects like Secret Invasion, Daredevil: Born Again, Captain America: New World Order and Thunderbolts. The latter of which will be the first time the Thunderbolts team will appear in live-action, and they may look a bit different from the comic book team....

Urinary System By: Sarah Knapp Last Updated: October 27, 2020 Definition The urinary system produces, stores, and excretes urine via a filtration mechanism in which potentially harmful molecules are removed from the body. It also plays a crucial role in water homeostasis, electrolyte and acid-base balance, and red blood cell production.The human urinary tract is comprised of two kidneys, two ureters, one bladder, two sphincters, and one urethra. The Urinary System How Does the Urinary System Work?...

Massachusetts has plenty of scenic spots and gorgeous landscapes, but it also has its fair share of shadowy corners. There are plenty of places in this state that will make the hair on the back of your neck stand at attention, and send a chill creeping up your spine. From haunted forests to the scenes of ghastly murders, come along as we highlight the most terrifying places we’ve explored so far....

It’s that time again! Get out the four inch binder containing your comprehensive Arkansas bucket list and make space for eleven more places you need to go. Below you’ll find eleven restaurants that serve some of the best, most iconic sandwiches in the Natural State. From fish to chicken to something called spinach pate, we offer you these culinary adventures in no particular order: The Garden from Jimmy’s Serious Sandwiches in Little Rock Facebook/Jimmy’s Serious Sandwiches...

We all know that Maine has things like Acadia National Park and an amazing coastline, but there’s so much more to do and see in Vacationland. Our attractions and activities are as unexpected as our weather can be and there’s always something new to add to your list. Here are some of our favorite things that you might have never thought of doing, but should! Experience a Maine general store. Dana Moos / Flickr A general store?...