Everyone around Arkansas has a reason to be happy – travel around the country and you won’t find a state that’s as comfortable with life. Out of all the cities and towns around the Natural State, though, these locales are the happiest. These Arkansas cities enjoy a good number of festivals and events for residents to enjoy and all the bad elements of the world don’t seem to hover around these areas....
Selective Breeding By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: January 15, 2021 Selective Breeding Definition Selective breeding is the process by which humans control the breeding of organisms in order to exhibit or eliminate a particular characteristic. Selective breeding uses artificial selection to direct the genetic transfer of desirable traits. As opposed to natural selection, selective breeding focuses on traits which will benefit humans. Selective Breeding Overview The procedure involves identifying certain desirable features and finding two members of a species that exhibit the particular feature....
Over the past three weeks, audiences have been delighted by She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, the latest live-action series set within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The series’ unique approach to humor and the everyday life of its ensemble cast might have been the biggest highlight of the first three episodes, and it’s also getting the spotlight in the first clip from this week’s Episode 4. The clip, which was shared by Elite Daily, shows Jennifer Walters / She-Hulk (Tatiana Maslany) and Nikki Ramos (Ginger Gonzaga) trying to figure out how to maximize Jen’s dating profile, as Jen has not succeeded at getting dates thus far....
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law finally delivered on one of its most-anticipated elements in this week’s penultimate episode, with Matt Murdock / Daredevil (Charlie Cox) making a cameo appearance. In addition to playing off of the newfound dynamic between Matt and Jennifer Walters / She-Hulk (Tatiana Maslany), the series found ways to be a trip down memory lane for fans of the formerly-Netflix-exclusive Daredevil series. Spoilers for Episode 8 of She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, “Ribbit and Rip it”, below!...
Treponema Pallidum By: Sarah Knapp Last Updated: October 27, 2020 Definition Treponema pallidum subsp. pallidum is a subspecies of the Treponema genus and a microaerophilic bacterium that belongs to the spirochetal order. It is characterized by a thick phospholipid membrane and a very slow rate of metabolism, requiring approximately thirty hours to multiply; even so, T. pallidum is a difficult-to-eradicate pathogen and responsible for the sexually-transmitted disease, syphilis. Treponema pallidum What is Syphilis?...
Island fever is real, and despite living in a tropical island paradise, sometimes we need to get away for a while. Unfortunately, when you live in the world’s most isolated population center, vacations are tricky to plan – and don’t seem worth it when you only have a long weekend. Unless, that is, you hop on an hour long flight to explore one of the other incredible Hawaiian Islands. From sleepy surfing towns to cities bursting at the seams with history, here are 12 of the greatest Hawaiian cities for an idyllic weekend getaway....
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: Buffalo has a rich history. While some things are a given when you think of the Queen City, here are 19 facts about Buffalo you never knew were true. (Bonus points if you are already privy to these. Your random knowledge is impressive, and I suggest signing up for Jeopardy ASAP!) Largest Dyngus Day celebration in the U.S. Maureen - Flickr Most people probably don’t even know what Dyngus Day is, but guess what?...
Taking a vacation in Nebraska doesn’t have to mean blowing your savings. In fact, if you get creative, there are plenty of adventures you can have on the cheap. You’ll still have to pay for gas and food, but these mini-vacations all feature attractions and accommodations that are easy on the wallet. Explore Lincoln, our capital city. flickr/MCAD Library Get away in the city and experience some low-cost fun. You can find accommodations everywhere, from campgrounds to AirBnBs to actual B&Bs to hotels that range from simple to luxurious....
We’ve already told you about some of the well-known hauntings in Nebraska – including some haunted hotels and even some seasonal Halloween haunted houses. But there are plenty more haunted places to be found here in the Cornhusker State, as you’ll see below. (Please note: actual pictures could not be located for all of the places mentioned, so generic images have been substituted in a few cases. Thanks for understanding.)...
Anaphase I By: Sarah Knapp Last Updated: October 27, 2020 Definition Anaphase I is the third stage of meiosis I and follows prophase I and metaphase I. This stage is characterized by the movement of chromosomes to both poles of a meiotic cell via a microtubule network known as the spindle apparatus. This mechanism separates homologous chromosomes into two separate groups. In anaphase I, the main goal of the spindle apparatus is apparent....
Cinemark’s CEO is predicting that there will eventually be even more theatrical movie volume than ever before. During an investor call, Sean Gamble gave his read on the future of the movie business. A lot of executives have been gesturing towards a return to theaters. But, audiences have been hesitant to re-enter movie houses at the rate that they did in 2019. (After all, there is still a pandemic going on....
Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero is now making its way through theaters around the world, and fans in Isreal are celebrating in a huge way as they have teamed up to break the world record for the most people performing a Kamehameha Wave at once! Dragon Ball is naturally one of the biggest action anime and manga franchises in the world, and the anticipation for the newest feature film release has been through the roof....
Fallow Deer By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: July 4, 2020 Fallow Deer Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Mammalia Order Artiodactyla Family Cervidae Genus Dama Species Dama dama Niche Herding Herbivore Length 55-63 in (140-160 cm) Weight 66-220 lbs (30-100 kg) Lifespan 12-16 years Social Structure Herds Conservation Status Least Concern Preferred Habitat Grasslands with sparse forests of the Middle East and Europe, introduced elsewhere Average Number of Offspring Typically 1 fawn, though twins are seen in some cases Main Prey Species Grasses, vegetation Predators Different predators on different continents, but many large cats, canines, and most often humans The Basics The fallow deer (Dama dama) is a member of the Cervidae family, which includes deer, elk, reindeer, and related species....
Don West, who was one of the iconic voices of TNA Wrestling, has passed away at the age of 59 years old. West’s passing was announced by his longtime commentary partner Mike Tenay, who stated that West’s wife confirmed Don had passed away after his long fight with Brain Lymphoma. West previously discussed his diagnosis in June of 2021, and he would go into remission after chemotherapy. He would unfortunately have to fight it again when the cancer returned in December of 2021, and our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time....
Thanks to the “Dawn of DC” initiative, fans are especially excited to see what the future holds for DC’s heroes and villains. The year-long publishing initiative is bringing some long-anticipated new stories back into the comics, the second wave of which was announced by DC on Wednesday. In addition to the first details surrounding new Titans and Cyborg series, it was revealed that Jeremy Adams and Xermánico will be working on a Hal Jordan-centric Green Lantern series that launches in May, with a John Stewart-focused backup from Phillip Kennedy Johnson and artist Osvaldo Montos....
Shigaraki has awoken in the latest My Hero Academia episodes and the heroes are stuck between a rock and a hard place as a result. With the Paranormal Liberation War already seeing massive casualties on both sides of the aisle, the biggest battle has yet to take place, but it seems as though the fight between Deku and the new inheritor of All For One is right around the corner. Whoever wins this current battle for the fate of Hero Society, nothing will ever be the same for UA Academy....
Today marks the one-year anniversary of Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl, and to celebrate, publisher GameMill has revealed that Rocko will be added to the game’s roster on Friday. The titular star of Rocko’s Modern Life, Rocko represents the 25th playable character in the game. As of this writing, no further playable characters have been announced, but there are still plenty of other Nickelodeon icons that would fit well with the rest of the roster....
If you’re into cardmaking or any other paper crafts, you’ve likely heard of embossing folders. Embossing folders are thin sheets of durable plastic imprinted with a design; a design that ultimately appears on your project (often greeting cards) once you run the embossing folder through an embossing machine. Embossing folders come in 2D and 3D versions, the latter of which features elements of debossing and embossing (i.e., raised and divoted elements) for a bolder imprint....
Thoracic Vertebrae By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 23, 2019 Thoracic Vertebrae Definition The thoracic vertebrae are bones located between the cervical and lumbar vertebrae. There are 12 thoracic vertebrae in humans, and these bones increase in size as you move down the body. They are thicker and larger than the cervical vertebrae but smaller than the lumbar vertebral bones. The increase in size ensures they can support the weight of the body....
With a Texas-sized abundance of job opportunities and a growing number of corporations choosing the Dallas – Fort Worth area as their home, what’s not to love about living here? The 2017 U.S. News & World Report ranked the area highly as one of the best places to live, and we couldn’t agree more. The area known as the Metroplex boasts a low cost of living, four professional sports teams, a warm climate and, of course, great food....
