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Hogwarts Legacy is out on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series consoles this week, February 10, with Deluxe Edition owners set to get early access tomorrow, February 7. To coincide with the game’s launch, WB Games and Avalanche Software have announced a series of Twitch drops that will dish out freebies to those who participate. The freebies include in-game cosmetics. It’s unclear if this is the only way to claim the cosmetics, but they are as follows: Silver-Eyed Dragon Spectacles, Carmine Bol Lightning Scarf, Urchin Hat, and Lilac Assemble....

When it comes to buildings, there are two types. There are those constructed to simply fulfill a purpose, and then there are those that are comparable to fine art. And just like fine works of art, these impressive buildings can easily be admired for hours upon hours. These architectural masterpieces take the form of everything from historic churches to antebellum mansions of yesteryear. Buildings of this stature can be found all over the state; here are 12 perfect examples....

Idaho has struggled throughout history to foster a public school system that fairly and completely serves the youth of our state, ranking overall by Education Week at #46 in the country – a “D+” ranking, in alphabetic terms. But whatever your perspective on the achievements and/or flaws of Idaho’s education system, there’s no doubt that there are certain school districts that seem to have the right combination of ingredients when it comes to pupil success....

Ha Ha Tonka State Park is a beautiful public recreation area located on the Niangua arm of the Lake of the Ozarks. The name “ha ha tonka” comes from area Native Americans and means “laughing waters,” alluding to the springs. The park covers over 3,700 acres and includes over 15 miles of hiking trails that lead to caves, natural bridges, and magnificent scenery. However, the park’s most extraordinary feature is the ruins of a stone mansion modeled after 16th century European castles....

No need to travel all the way to the southwestern United States for a canyon hike. You can do that right here in Kentucky. The Red River Gorge in eastern Kentucky is an intricate canyon system that boasts more than 100 natural sandstones arches, pristine waterways, lush forests, and gorgeous panoramic ridge top views. Perhaps one of the best hikes in the entirety of Red River Gorge is Rough Trail, a long and challenging hike that traverses all the way across the heart of the Gorge from west to east....

Whether or not you believe in ghosts or spirits, we can all agree that some places are just plain creepy. These 13 places in Kentucky all have multiple accounts of ghost sightings or interactions, as well as chilling histories. Even if you visit one of these places and don’t have a ghostly experience, you might still have an eerie hunch that someone— or something— is watching you. Ashland House, Lexington Wikimedia/Analogue Kid The beloved former home of Kentucky politician Henry Clay is said to be haunted by Henry Clay himself....

There’s something about an old house that makes you feel like you’re touching the past. These ten homes in Massachusetts are not only incredibly beautiful, but have amazing historical connections. You’ll be able to walk into the bedrooms of famous authors, stroll the gardens of fabulously wealthy socialites and even brush up against the former haunts of royalty. Here are some of the most historic Bay State homes that you’ll definitely want to visit....

Autumn’s right around the corner. While trips to the beach and the pool may be coming to an end, you’ll still find plenty to do during the cool fall months. From hay and wagon rides to pumpkin picking, here are 10 picture perfect fall day trips to take in Pennsylvania. Hellerick’s Family Farm – 5500 North Easton Road, Doylestown, PA 18902 Facebook/Hellerick’s Family Farm Escape to Hellerick’s Family Farm for a day of fun and excitement....

In September of 2015, we celebrated the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II. Even though it was not fought on American soil, Virginia offers many reminders of the war and its heroes with sites like Arlington Cemetery in Arlington and the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford. As the year comes to a close, we want to take a minute to look back at some of the roles Virginia played in what we all hope will be the last conflict of such magnitude....

Waterfront restaurants are the perfect night (or day) out once warm weather hits, which is why we’re fortunate to have so many here in Idaho! But what about dining right on the the water instead? While there are dozens of unassuming yet delicious dining spots in the state that can whip up a fantastic meal, sometimes that “wow” factor is what you need to make a dining experience unforgettable. Check out the spots across the state where you can tuck in within an arm’s reach of a beautiful, sparkling river or lake....

Brie Larson posted a wild Scott Pilgrim vs The World throwback on social media. Her character Envy Adams still lives in fans’ heads rent-free. She decided to strike up a conversation with photos of The Clash at Demonhead practicing. It’s a delight to see Larson so many years ago, with the guitar in-hand. Fans of Scott Pilgrim got a big kick out of the post as well. People just can’t get enough of the Captain Marvel star’s earlier role....

Details and images from a cancelled VR Halo game have surfaced online. The Halo franchise is quite expansive. Although it began as nothing more than a launch title for the original Xbox, it quickly evolved into a massive entertainment franchise beyond gaming. Microsoft and Bungie opted to expand the world via Halo books that offered more Master Chief adventures, explored new characters, expanded the world, and much more. Although some games like Halo: Reach have controversially taken liberties and ignored the canon of the books, they’re still a big piece of the IP....

Cell Nucleus By: BD Editors Last Updated: October 4, 2019 Cell Nucleus Definition The cell nucleus is a large organelle in eukaryotic organisms which protects the majority of the DNA within each cell. The nucleus also produces the necessary precursors for protein synthesis. The DNA housed within the cell nucleus contains the information necessary for the creation of the majority of the proteins needed to keep a cell functional. While some DNA is stored in other organelles, such as mitochondria, the majority of an organism’s DNA is located in the cell nucleus....

Frontal Bone By: Sarah Knapp Last Updated: August 5, 2020 The frontal bone (os frontale) is an unpaired craniofacial bone that provides partial coverage of the brain and forms the structure of the forehead and upper casing of the eye sockets. It is composed of a squamous part, two orbital parts, and one nasal part. Muscles attached to and surrounding the frontal bone are essential for facial expression. Frontal Bone Location The location of the frontal bone is at the front of the cranium....

Granulation Tissue By: BD Editors Last Updated: October 4, 2019 Granulation Tissue Definition Granulation tissue is reddish connective tissue that forms on the surface of a wound when the wound is healing. Clinicians observe how granulation tissue is forming on a wound in order to assess how well the injury is being repaired by the body. When too much granulation tissue forms, it is called “proud flesh”. Function of Granulation Tissue Granulation tissue forming over a wound means that the body is healthy and working to form a new layer of skin over the part that was torn during injury....

Hercules Beetle By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: June 23, 2020 A very large Hercules Beetle Kingdom Animalia Phylum Arthropoda Class Insecta Order Coleoptera Family Scarabaeidae Genus Dynastes Species D. hercules, D. tityus, and D. grantii Niche Saproxylophagous (feeding on rotting wood) as larvae, herbivorous adults Length Up to 3+ in (80mm) Weight Up to 5 oz (140g) Lifespan 34 months (about 18 months spent as larva; 3 months as pupa) Social Structure Solitary Conservation Status Unknown – though habitat under threat Preferred Habitat Tropical Rain Forest of South America, though some species have adapted to dryer habitats in North America Average Clutch Size Up to 100 eggs Main Prey Species Rotting tropical wood species, fruit Predators Birds, bats, small mammals The Basics Hercules beetles are among the largest of the Rhinoceros Beetles – found in the subfamily Dynastinae....

Ready to expand your dining horizons? Check out the ten Iowa restaurants that reviewers say are the absolute best. Cobble Hill Cobble Hill/Facebook This Cedar Rapids favorite raises the bar for Iowa dining. Locally sourced, carefully prepared, and beautifully presented dishes grace the seasonal menu of this upscale and cozy Cedar Rapids restaurant. You’ll find Cobble Hill at 219 2nd Street SE. The menu changes as the chef and the seasons dictate....

While Anne Rice’s novel Interview With the Vampire is set in the 1970s with a young reporter — later known as Daniel Molloy — interviewing the vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac, the iconic work of literature is very much just a starting point for AMC’s series of the same name. In the series, viewers see a much older Daniel meeting with the eternal Louis in the present day for what is revealed to be a second interview, with the book’s session now a part of the story’s past....

Ever since Overwatch 2 launched in October of 2022 there was a curious inclusion that fans were eager to have but had no clues on how to unlock, the character-specific silhouette player icons. With the launch of season three on the game however Blizzard has finally unlocked these icons and also confirmed how players will be able to get them for themselves. Like other character icons in the game, the Overwatch silhouette player icons are unlocked by winning games as those characters, specifically 15 wins as each....

Parietal Lobe By: Sarah Knapp Last Updated: May 30, 2020 The parietal lobes of the left and right hemispheres of the cerebral cortex are essential for sensory perception and language processing. Damage or degeneration of the parietal lobe produces typical symptoms that include aphasia (impaired speech), tactile agnosia (inability to recognize an object by touch), and agraphesthesia (difficulty recognizing a shape, number or letter traced on the skin). Parietal Lobe Function Parietal lobe function depends on two factors – the dominant side of the brain and the subarea of the parietal lobe involved....