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The state parks in Arkansas are amazing and absolute must-see locations for nature lovers and photographers. The towns surrounding these great parks are worthy of mention as well. These are the little spots where you stop and grab a bite to eat before you head off to tour the caverns or relax by the lake. Places like these are fun to visit–and when you’re there, you’re so far removed from the city that you’re able find that certain peace that comes from being in a small town....

According to Area Vibes, these 12 cities are the best places to live in Southern California based on their livability index. What exactly is the livability index? Things like education, employment, housing, crime rate, income, weather, and amenities in the area are all taken into consideration. Based on these qualities, here are the cities in SoCal that came out on top. Guess which county shows up most frequently on this list?...

Every state has its share of amazing natural wonders, but Nevada—with its plentiful mountains, lakes, and other geographical features—has some pretty incredible ones. The best part is that they are easily observable: no rough hikes or rocky terrain to traverse to reach them. Behold, the beauty of Nevada with these 12 epic, natural wonders. Valley of Fire Don Graham/Flickr Located near Overton in Clark County, Valley of Fire State Park is named for its Aztec red sandstone formations that appear to be on fire when hit by the sun’s rays....

Spring weather has arrived and the state is starting to see the beautiful spring colors pop up. It’s the perfect time to get outdoors and scout out nature. When you’re feeling adventurous and looking for places to explore, check out these 15 perfect places to go in Oklahoma: Hike the trails or caves at Robbers Cave State Park. OakleyOriginals/Flickr Jack Gray/Flickr Robbers Cave State Park is located in the scenic, hilly woodlands of the Sans Bois Mountains of southeast Oklahoma....

Donuts are a pretty universally loved food. Who doesn’t love the sweet, doughy, glazed or frosted goodness of a great donut? While there are plenty of Krispy Kremes and Dunkin’ Donuts all across Iowa, we’re looking at the smaller places – the local donut joints where you can sit and have some pastries and some coffee with your neighbors. Some of our favorites are listed here in alphabetical order. Bentley’s Bakery, 11101 Plum Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322 Facebook/Bentley’s Bakery...

A piece of concept art for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness showed off a deleted scene. In the piece posted by Darrell J Warner on Instagram, multiple different versions of the Marvel hero as a child talking to his younger sister. In a surprising moment during the film, her death is revealed to be the cause of his controlling personality. It’s a relatable moment that some viewers didn’t see coming....

Embryology By: BD Editors Last Updated: January 23, 2018 Embryology Definition Embryology is the branch of biology concerned with the development of new organisms. Embryologists track reproductive cells (gametes) as they progress through fertilization, become a single-celled zygote, then an embryo, all the way to a fully functioning organism. There are many subdivisions of embryology, some scientist focusing on human embryos, while others study animals and plants. Evolutionary biologists often use embryology as a means of comparing species, as the development of an organism can give many clues to its evolutionary history....

Indiana Jones 5 is set to be released in theaters next summer, but thus far eager fans haven’t gotten much in the way of details about the upcoming film from director James Mangold. What there have been are plenty of rumors about the project, including that the film has undergone initial test screenings that were met with poor reactions — and that one test screening saw Phoebe-Waller Bridge replacing Harrison Ford....

Marvel is going to be putting out the official Marvel Cinematic Universe timeline – with a slight catch. The official MCU timeline is not being detailed on the screen but rather in a new book, entitled, The Marvel Cinematic Universe An Official Timeline, which is being released by Penguin Random House books, and authors Anthony Breznican, Amy Ratcliffe and Rebecca Theodore-Vachon. The book will serve as “the definitive, filmmaker-endorsed guide” to the MCU timeline, with tantalizing new details for fans to discover....

Marvel studios head Kevin Feige confirmed last month at San Diego Comic-Con that the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and the TV event The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special would be the final installments of the franchise’s Phase 4. The franchise’s Phase 5 of storytelling will kick off with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania in 2023, and as we head into new storytelling avenues for the franchise, many fans are looking back at the themes of Phases 1, 2, and 3, with each narrative arc having more obvious objectives....

Muscular System By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: January 15, 2021 Definition The muscular system is a set of tissues in the body with the ability to change shape. Muscle cells connect together and eventually to elements of the skeletal system. When the muscle cells contract, force is created as the muscles pull against the skeleton. Overview Actin and myosin are the main proteins used in muscle cells to produce a contraction....

There are a lot of movers and shakers when it comes to anime production companies that have been releasing steady streams of television series and movies in the past. With anime producers such as MAPPA, BONES, Wit, Ghibli, and too many others to count, a new contender has entered the ring in Studio Bind. First setting up shop in 2018, the studio might be best known for their work on the fan-favorite series, Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation, recently announcing its second anime series in Onimai: I’m Now Your Sister....

Red King Crab By: Shawn Laidlaw Last Updated: November 6, 2020 A Red King Crab Kingdom Animalia Phylum Arthropoda Class Malacostraca Order Decapoda Family Lithodidae Genus Paralithodes Species P. camtschaticus Niche Benthic crustacean Length 5.9 ft (1.8 m) across Weight 28 lb (12.7 kg) Lifespan 20-30 years Social Structure Dense social groups Conservation Status No special status Preferred Habitat Sandy or rocky substrates in cold waters Average Number of Eggs 50,000-500,000 Prey Species Various marine invertebrates Predators Octopus, sharks, fish The Basics The red king crab, also known as the Alaskan king crab or Kamchatka king crab, is the largest species of king crab native to the far northern Pacific ocean....

Team USA is facing The Netherlands in the round-of-16 today and Marvel star Samuel L. Jackson narrated Fox Sports’ hype up video for the match. In it he celebrates Captain America Christian Pulisic and this young American squad. Many doubted the youth and goal-scoring power of the USMNT. But, here they are in the knockout rounds with a chance to advance. They’re going to have a big task ahead of them with The Netherlands....

The record continues. Yesterday, Microsoft revealed the “free” Xbox One games Xbox Live Gold subscribers across Xbox One, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X are getting next month via Games With Gold. And as noted, the record lives. It’s another terrible offering. Xbox Live Gold subscribers not only have zero desire in redeeming the pair of new “free” games, but they are so defeated after years of being underwhelmed and disappointed that they are actually calling for Xbox to end with the Games With Gold program....

The state of Maine makes it easy to bring you the best outdoor recreation activities. We love writing about things like hiking trails and outdoor must-dos because we just have so many options here! But, sometimes it’s nice to be outside without really doing much. A nice walk or a simple stroll can make for a lovely, laid back Maine day. And, now that the air is getting cooler and the leaves will soon begin to change, just being outside is activity enough....

Zebu By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: July 12, 2020 A Zebu Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Mammalia Order Artiodactyla Family Bovidae Genus Bos Species Bos taurus indicus Niche Domesticated Length Up to 5.2 ft (1.58 m) Weight Up to 2,400 lbs (1,080 kg) Lifespan About 20 years Social Structure Herding / Domestic Conservation Status Least Concern Preferred Habitat Domestic Average Number of Offspring 1 Main Prey Species Grasses Predators Humans, sometimes tigers, crocodiles The Basics Zebu are a species of cattle closely related to the very common European cattle that are found in most parts of the world....

From our large cities to our small towns, Oklahoma is rich in history. However, many of these smaller cities around the state get overlooked and aren’t as widely appreciated as they should be. From world-class museums to historic downtowns to amazing scenery, there is much to be discovered in Oklahoma. Here are 10 underrated towns in Oklahoma that you’ll want to check out: Tahlequah tahlequahmainstreet/Facebook Tahlequah is located in the “Lakes Country” of Northeastern Oklahoma and was voted one of the Top 100 Best Small Towns in America....

Remember that old image of a smokey steel town that used to define Pittsburgh? Times certainly have changed. In recent decades, Pittsburgh has transformed into a cultural hub with its eclectic theaters and world class museums. Here are just 10 of the museums in Pittsburgh that you must visit. And, if you haven’t gone in a while, you might just want to add a followup visit to these museums to your to do list....

Bonito By: Shawn Laidlaw Last Updated: January 20, 2021 A Bonito Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Actinopterygii Order Scombriformes Family Scombridae Genus Sarda, Gymnosarda, Orcynopsis, Cybiosarda Species 8 total (5 in genus Sarda) Niche Non-pelagic predator Length 20-100 in (45-230 cm) Weight 5-250 lb (3-130 kg) Lifespan 8-12 years Social Structure Schooling predator Conservation Status Least Concern Preferred Habitat Cosmopolitan (depending on species) in tropical and subtropical waters Average Clutch Size Millions of eggs Main Food Items and Prey Fish, crustaceans, squids, etc....