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Woodcock By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: July 19, 2020 A Woodcock Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Aves Order Charadriiformes Family Scolopacidae Genus Scolopax Species 8 Different Species Niche Wading and Digging Insectivore Length 10-12 in (25-30 cm) Weight 5-8 oz (140-230 g) Lifespan Average of 2 years, up to 8 years Social Structure Small flocks Conservation Status Least Concern Preferred Habitat Woodlands, shorelines Average Clutch Size Around 4 eggs Main Prey Species Invertebrates buried in the soil or substrate Predators Canines, felines, larger predatory birds, reptiles and humans The Basics The woodcock is a common name for 8 different species within the Scolopax genus....

After some time away, the Tribal Chief was back on SmackDown, as WWE’s Undisputed Universal Champion Roman Reigns, The Usos, and Paul Heyman kicked off tonight’s SmackDown. After they made their way to the ring and celebrated a bit, an unexpected guest showed up at the entrance ramp, as Men’s Money in the Bank winner Theory popped up with his briefcase in hand, and it seemed the Bloodline didn’t see him....

WWE snuck a QR code in the background during the opening hour of this week’s Monday Night Raw, and it turned out to be the next big clue regarding the mysterious “White Rabbit.” The speculation started during last week’s Friday Night SmackDown when red lights started flashing throughout the arena during an untelevised commercial break while a version of the Jefferson Airplane song “White Rabbit” rang out from the speakers. There was immediate speculation that this was a reference to Bray Wyatt as Dave Meltzer reported earlier in the day that the two sides were negotiating a return....

With nearly 19 million forested acres, over half of the Natural State is covered in trees. In a few weeks, all those trees are going to transform into a technicolor dreamscape, and there’s no better place to see that transformation than from the inside of all that forested land. On this list you’ll find 12 spots that are perfect ways to enjoy the spectacular fall colors, but I’ve got some extra advice for you on this point: drive, walk, or bike to the nearest publicly accessible forest....

All Pennsylvanians have at least a few things in common – beyond the fact that we all live in PA, of course. One commonality among us is there are just some things every Pennsylvanian does at least once in their lives. Here are 15 of those things that earn a spot on the ultimate Pennsylvania bucket list. Stand atop Mount Davis. Flickr/Jon Dawson All true Pennsylvanians stand atop the highest mountain in PA - Mount Davis - at least once in their lives....

Without a doubt, Iowa has some of the best fall festivals in the country. Whether you’re interested in pioneer days, art, music, food or even Wiener dog races, there’s plenty to choose from amongst these 15 amazing and unique fall festivals. Osborne Heritage Days, Elkader Facebook/Osborne Park Osborne Heritage Days dates back to 1975. The festival takes Iowans back to pioneer times through living history displays, contests and other activities. This two-day fall festival is jam packed with old-timey good fun, from Dr....

All Elite Wrestling is getting three of its biggest stars back. Vignettes began airing for the return of Kenny Omega and the Young Bucks last month, showcasing the trio being erased from some of their biggest moments. The most recent teaser not only removed Omega and the Bucks from AEW history, but it replaced them with new AEW World Trios Champions Death Triangle. This has led to reports that Omega and the Bucks will set their sights on Pac, Rey Fenix and Pentagon Jr....

American Foxhound By: Shawn Laidlaw Last Updated: August 23, 2020 An American Foxhound Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Mammalia Order Carnivora Family Canidae Genus Canis Species C. lupus Species C. lupus familiaris Niche Domestic Height 22-25 inches (55-64 cm) Weight 65-70 lbs (29-32 kg) Lifespan 10-12 years Social Structure Social, domesticated Breed Status Declining popularity (186 of 196 AKC) Preferred Habitat Domestic Average Litter Size 5-7 puppies Main Food Item Dog Food The Basics American Foxhound is a breed of domestic dog originally bred for hunting foxes....

Apoptosis By: BD Editors Last Updated: June 6, 2017 Apoptosis Definition Apoptosis is a process that occurs in multicellular when a cell intentionally “decides” to die. This often occurs for the greater good of the whole organism, such as when the cell’s DNA has become damaged and it may become cancerous. Apoptosis is referred to as “programmed” cell death because it happens due to biochemical instructions in the cell’s DNA; this is opposed to the process of “necrosis,” when a cell dies due to outside trauma or deprivation....

Two high profile tabletop crowdfunding campaigns have turned to backers to request additional funds to cover increased shipping and logistic costs. Over the past month, both Mythic Games and Blacklist Games have requested additional funds from backers to help fulfill already funded games. Mythic Games has asked backers of the Darkest Dungeons: The Board Game to help cover a $1.75 million shortfall caused primarily from the increased cost of shipping. Likewise, Blacklist Games requested help from its backers to cover a $360,000 bill from Quartermaster Logistics so that Quartermaster would release Fantasy Series 1 miniatures held at its warehouse....

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II will be adding soccer stars such as Lionel Messi to the game in the coming weeks. The Call of Duty series has become increasingly less realistic (not that it was very realistic in the first place) as it tries to find ways to monetize itself. Taking inspiration from Fortnite, the franchise began to embrace really outlandish crossovers which resulted in characters like Ghosface, Jigsaw, Frank the Rabbit, Rambo, and more all making their way into the franchise....

Cellular Respiration By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: January 15, 2021 Cellular Respiration Definition Cellular respiration is the process through which cells convert sugars into energy. To create ATP and other forms of energy to power cellular reactions, cells require fuel and an electron acceptor which drives the chemical process of turning energy into a useable form. Cellular Respiration Overview Eukaryotes, including all multicellular organisms and some single-celled organisms, use aerobic respiration to produce energy....

Whether the end of the meal or a simple indulgence, we all like to have something sweet now and then. Sure, you can stick to the basics, but why not try something a little different? Here are some options that are a little more special than the rest. Also, for a traditional Missouri dessert, see the previous post on Gooey Butter Cake. Red Velvet Bread Pudding, Scape, St. Louis Facebook/ scape...

Electronic Arts confirmed the end of yet another game this week by announcing that one of the versions of The Sims 4 called The Sims 4: Legacy Edition would no longer be available to download as of December 12th. It’s a product that’s identical in many ways to The Sims 4 in terms of content but is meant for those with older computers to play on and therefore has limitations on what releases and features it can support....

Madonna has revealed why she’ll be the one to direct a movie about her life. News of the biopic has swirled for a while now. Julia Garner got offered the lead role in the project. Now, Madonna tells Variety that it’s up to her to tell her own story. In her own words, she called it a “preemptive strike.” Just this week, movie fans saw the release of another Blonde trailer starring Ana de Armas....

Nuclear Membrane By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: April 25, 2020 Nuclear Membrane Definition The nuclear membrane, also called the nuclear envelope, is a double membrane layer that separates the contents of the nucleus from the rest of the cell. It is found in both animal and plant cells. A cell has many jobs, such as building proteins, converting molecules into energy, and removing waste products. The nuclear envelope protects the cell’s genetic material from the chemical reactions that take place outside the nucleus....

Ryan Reynolds sent words of encouragement to a 13-year-old fan following his open-heart surgery. Ivan Hollingsworth of Whitley Bay, England asked Twitter earlier this week for a “Marvel Studios Superhero” to send a message to “our Heart Hero Seb,” his young son who underwent the procedure. None other than Reynolds, who plays Marvel’s Deadpool, answered the call. “You can call me Deadpool, you can call me Green Lantern. Call me anything you’d like....

Obi-Wan Kenobi writer Andrew Stanton admits to feeling some frustration while writing for the Disney+ Star Wars series. Stanton is known best for his writing on Pixar films such as Finding Nemo and Wall-E, the latter of which won an Academy Award and is the first Pixar movie added to the Criterion Collection library. However, while working on Obi-Wan Kenobi, Stanton felt a constraint he hadn’t felt in his other writing work....

When planning a move, a city’s educational system is an important factor to consider. After all, where your child attends school could profoundly affect their future. So, with the help of SchoolDigger.com, we’ve put together this list, which is based on the most recently released test score data by the Mississippi Department of Education. Want to know just how SchoolDigger.com ranked the state’s districts? You can check out the company’s ranking system here....

Kentucky is a beautiful place filled with unique and amazing history. Most people know the main historical bumps we get, such as Abe Lincoln being born here. However, there are other tidbits of our history that are unknown, or under-acknowledged for the most part. The Bluegrass State history is often told in bits and pieces, without actually providing the whole story, or simply leaving out unique or interesting parts. Here are 12 things you probably didn’t know about Kentucky’s history:...