Japan has beautiful nature locations that are breathtaking — couple that with man-made wonders that clearly illustrate Japan’s long history and rich culture — and you have a tourist destination that is one of the finest on earth. If you are planning on taking a trip to Japan, these ten destinations should not be overlooked […]
Continue readingAlthough there were relatively few attacks on North America during World War Two, the war was not an easy time for the United States. Even before it had begun, a large Nazi spy ring was found operating in the mainland; later when war was declared, hundreds of ships off the East Coast offered rich pickings […]
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The weather is warming up across the United States and it won’t be long until we can enjoy gathering around the grill for a cookout. Before you fire up the grill, you’ll want to make sure the meats you’re grilling for family and friends are top-notch. The quality of meats can vary quite a bit […]
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South Carolina is a state with a lot to offer. From beaches and golf courses to mountains and influential cities.
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The ocean is so vast that it is easier to divide it into regions but, the oceans are just one vast body of water that covers the Earth.
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The benefits of grass-fed beef are well-known by this time – leaner meat, lower risk of heart disease, healthier animals (which equals better quality meat). Conventionally-raised cattle are generally fed on a grain-based diet, including corn or other grains. That causes them to grow faster, fatter, and more profitably. But cows’ digestive system are not […]
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While the 2011 earthquake and worries surrounding Fukushima have brought the threat of radioactivity back into the public consciousness, many people still don’t realize that radioactive contamination is a worldwide danger. Radionuclides are in the top six toxic threats as listed in the 2010 report by The Blacksmith Institute, an NGO dedicated to tackling pollution. […]
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Halloween is on its way and feeble horror tales are being dished out left, right and center. The following true stories, however, are not only filled with death and gore; they actually happened. Though often brutal and nonsensical, ritual suicide is real and has occurred throughout history. The motives behind mass suicide are varied. In […]
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For many people pets become treasured members of the family, so when they are lost it can be extremely stressful as tragic endings are common. Often, after searching high and low, placing fliers in public places and checking shelters families are forced to give up hope of ever seeing their furry, feathered or scaled friends […]
Continue readingImage Source Bioluminescence in animals is one of nature’s most fascinating phenomena and may greatly delight the casual observer. However, the showy displays of light produced by the creatures themselves, or by luminous symbiotic microorganisms, serve a range of important purposes. Predatory anglerfish may use bioluminescence to lure victims, while other species glow in order […]
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