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One of the most surprising films of the past year might have been WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story, the biopic poking fun at the extravagant life of musician “Weird” Al Yankovic. The film has become a hit amongst fans and won quite a few awards since its debut last year, where it was only available on the free streaming platform Roku. According to a new tweet from Yankovic himself, there will soon be a whole new opportunity to view the film....

Wrestling fans love to see favorites from different companies get together and have some fun, and that is certainly the case with a new photo featuring two stars from WWE and AEW. SmackDown Women’s Champion Liv Morgan posted a photo today with AEW star MJF, and in addition to the photo she captioned it with MJF’s catchphrase “Better than you.” Then MJF posted the photo and added Morgan’s catchphrase “Watch me”, and as you might expect, fans had a lot to say, though they weren’t the only ones chiming in on the photo either....

New Hampshire is a small state that has a lot of character. With centuries of history, the story of America evolved here. The state played an instrumental role in both the War of Independence and the Industrial Revolution, yet there is also history that most people don’t hear about. The state has many hidden facts that many people don’t know about. The first New Hampshire settlement was at Odiorne Point. Photo by Colleen O’Connell Today, Odoirne Point is home to the Seacoast Science Center and a large state park; yet Odiorne has historical significance as well....

Who doesn’t love themed restaurants? Whether surrounded by aliens, music or movie memorabilia, clowns, animals, or whatever, dining in a restaurant truly immersed in a particular theme is an experience never to be forgotten. Given that Las Vegas is the home to themed hotels in Nevada, several of these wonderful and popular themed restaurants are located there; however, a few others exist around the state. Little A’Le’Inn, SR 375, Rachel (775) 729-2515 Little A’Le’Inn/Facebook Located off Nevada’s infamous Extraterrestrial Highway, the Little A’Le’Inn Restaurant, Bar, and Motel is a fun stop for the entire family with, perhaps, one of the best appropriate themed restaurants in the entire state....

Action Potential By: Sarah Knapp Last Updated: June 9, 2020 An action potential is the result of a very rapid rise and fall in voltage across a cellular membrane, with every action potential (impulse) similar in size. The response of a nerve or muscle cell to an action potential can vary according to how frequently and for what duration the action potentials are fired. An action potential requires an influx of positive ions to produce a specific change in voltage (threshold value)....

Welcome to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, M.O.D.O.K. The Mental Organism Designed Only for Killing — or M.O.D.O.K. — heads into the MCU in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, kicking off Phase 5 with a super-sized adventure into the subatomic Quantum Realm. Size-shrinking superhero partners Ant-Man (Paul Rudd) and Wasp (Evangeline Lilly) won’t face off against M.O.D.O.K. until Marvel Studios’ Quantumania hits theaters on February 17th, but new merchandise from Funko has revealed M....

Convergent Evolution By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 28, 2017 Convergent Evolution Definition Convergent evolution is the process in which organisms that are not closely related independently evolve similar features. Adaptions may take the form of similar body forms, colors, organs and other adaptions which make up the organism’s phenotype. Convergent evolution creates analogous structures or ’homoplasies’, those which have similar forms or functions between diverged species, but were not present in the common ancestor of the two....

How Does the Digestive System Maintain Homeostasis By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 15, 2018 The oxygen that enters the lungs, the sun that makes Vitamin D in the skin, and the digestive system are three ways the body obtains the molecules it needs. The human digestive system is constantly working in the background to maintain homeostasis and health. In addition to the tube-like digestive pathway from the mouth to the anus, organs such as the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas are other parts of the digestive system with critical functions that help the body stay in equilibrium....

With Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered now officially out on the PC platform, it’s time to start seeing the developers release updates to address various issues that have cropped up since the game’s launch on Steam. While some of those were worked in prior to the game’s PC release to fix bugs and improve performance, the first post-launch update has now landed on the PC platform as of this week. It addresses a few visual bugs as well as some ray-tracing issues that players may have been experiencing....

Masamune-kun’s Revenge will be returning with a second season years after the first season originally made its premiere, and it has revealed its first poster for the new episodes to help commemorate the occasion! Hazuki Takeoka and Tiv’s original manga series made its official anime adaptation debut back in 2017, but so many years have passed since then that it was figured by many that this series would never get to return with a proper second season....

Sasuke Uchiha has remained a contender for “most popular character” in the Naruto franchise for decades and for good reason. The last remaining Uchiha has had an edgy personality, and powerset, that helped him earn his place in anime fans’ hearts over the years, and now, Sasuke is getting his own manga. Adapting the novel story, Sasuke Retsuden, the new manga adaptation will arrive later this month, exploring new stories in the gap between Shippuden’s conclusion and the stories following the next generation....

After being in the number one slot of the Steam “Top Sellers” list since its launch on October 28, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has been dethroned not by one game, but two games. The number two game is currently Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, which came out on November 30 to a generally warm reception. And the number one game came out today, and that game is The Callisto Protocol. And if you’re wondering how good the PC version, well only 36 percent of over 6,000 Steam user reviews are positive, giving the game a “Mostly Negative” rating....

Sexual Intercourse By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 28, 2017 Sexual Intercourse Definition Sexual intercourse, or copulation, is the deposition of sperm into a female via a male intromittent organ. In humans, the intromittent organ is the penis, and sperm are deposited into the vagina, where they make their way to towards the uterus to fertilize an egg. However, sexual intercourse is almost as varied as the animal kingdom itself, and occurs in some form or another in most of the large groups of organisms....

Hasbro’s fantastic G.I. Joe Classified series has been going strong for a few years now, bringing a 21st century upgrade to the classic G.I. Joe toys of the ’80s. These upgrades include a 6-inch scale, more articulation, and significantly improved details and accessories. Naturally, fans have been wondering when they would add a figure of WWE Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter to the lineup from Day 1, and we finally have an answer....

Some Steam users are getting one of 2011’s best games for free, and we say some because there’s a pretty pricey requirement upfront. Next year, 2023, there are some major releases. In fact, if everything delivers and isn’t delayed, it could end up being one of the biggest years in gaming history. That’s a big “if” though. That said, one thing gamers can presumably count on is one of the first big releases of the year, and that’s the remake of Dead Space....

Quilters have particular needs when it comes to their sewing machines: an expansive workspace to accommodate large quilts, special feet, powerful motors, and much more. Fortunately there are plenty of options, no matter if you’re a pro quilter or beginner. “A few main features I would look out for is a machine with a large throat space, the ability to lower the feed dogs, stitch speed, and an automatic thread cutter,” says craft blogger Jeni Baker....

The Hawaiian Islands are known for their incredible beaches of all colors and sweeping vistas of lush jungles, vibrant greenery and the vast Pacific Ocean. There are other views, however, that are less common, and often not associated with our beautiful islands. From redwood forests and swamp trails to barren deserts and lava flows, here are 13 incredible spots you might be surprised to find in Hawaii. Redwood Forest Tim Szlachetka/Flickr Located approximately 7,000 feet above sea level in Polipoli State Park is this forest is populated by redwood trees that were brought to Hawaii in the 1920s to re-establish the watershed....

Between the power of the internet and how quickly word of mouth can travel via social networks, it’s hard to keep some of our favorite spots and natural wonders a secret nowadays. But considering the size of New York and the handful of regions that make up the state, it’s still possible to discover lesser known locations that you’ve yet to take the time to explore. Providing you with stones that are still in need of turning, this list will keep you busy for the foreseeable future....

We’ve got a lot to be proud of here in the Great Lakes State. From our natural wonders to our deep-rooted statewide pride, there’s no denying that we Michiganders are a special bunch. When you host visitors from out of town, you undoubtedly want to show off the wonderful place you call home, and we’re here to help. Here are 13 undeniable ways to impress your non-Michigander pals. Take them to a sporting event....

Adventure in Charlotte comes in all shapes and forms. For thrill seekers out there, there are plenty of places to experience the rush of a lifetime in or around the Queen City! Whether you are looking to race any vehicle you can imagine, plunge from the sky on a roller coaster, or even try skydiving, we have the thrill for you! We’ve included a little bit of everything on this list to cover a wide range of options for every skill level and adventure style....