For years, scholars believed that a significant stretch of wall within the heart of ancient Jerusalem was attributed to Hezekiah, King of Judah. This attribution tied the construction to a defensive measure against the Assyrian Empire following the fall of the neighboring Kingdom of Israel. However, recent breakthrough research spanning nearly a decade has reshaped...
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A hanging cabbage treat is just what your chickens need! Urban farming has become quite popular in recent times. From rooftop gardens to back yard beekeeping, and for the animal lovers, there is keeping a coop of chickens. They make excellent pets and benefit the family in many ways. Apart from the obvious benefit of...
It seems like everyone has the idea of buying an RV (camper, 5th wheel, travel trailer) in order to get out and see the country during these times of restricted international travel. What’s not to love? You can travel with your own “Bed and Breakfast” in tow, get out in nature and explore while social...
Brazil’s rainforests are extraordinarily important for the health of our planet, and yet they are being destroyed. Parts of the Amazon Rainforest are now being sold illegally on Facebook Marketplace, and not very much is being done to stop it. (1) Parts of The Amazon Rainforest Being Sold Illegally On Facebook Marketplace When you think...
Medical technology has come a very long way in terms of skin grafts and transplants. These kinds of medical procedures involve painstakingly long hours to make sure everything goes as smoothly as possible. It takes patience, effort, skill, and multiple doctors and nurses. Transplants and skin grafts are life changing procedures, especially for burn victims....
We all know that billionaire Bill Gates is interested in tech, science, and philanthropy. Did you know, however, that he also has a vested interest in farmland? That’s right: Bill Gates now owns more farmland than anyone else in America. (1) Bill Gates Named Top Farmland Owner in America On January 11, The Land Report...
The history of lollipops, particularly in the US, is a little skewed. Archeologists believe some version of the sweet treat may have been created hundreds of years ago. However, it was only within the last hundred years that a feature was added, making the stick hollow. However, many wonder why this may be. It turns...
1776 Gastonia, a new 55+ housing development located in Gastonia, North Carolina, is set to make a unique requirement for its homeowners: flying the American flag outside their homes at all times.1 As the founder of Great American Homes, Brock Fankhauser sees 1776 Gastonia as a community that places the American dream at its core....
Not just humans, but animals require regular haircuts as well. Their shaggy fur can, otherwise, get very difficult to manage. Sometimes they are in such a precarious condition that the hair on an animal’s body looks like matted fur. For those who are unaware, matted fur can lead to a whole host of problems, along...
We all love our dogs. They bring us joy, companionship, and unconditional love. As a way to express our affection, many would think a hug is the way to go. It isn’t unreasonable to believe our furry friends appreciate the gesture as much as we do. However, some expert opinions suggest that hugging may not...
A dog expert has answered the questions that owners commonly ask, including what it means if your furry friend eats grass. According to the puppy training app Zigzag, the number of questions Googled about puppies each month has reached more than 54,000. Lorna Winter, a director of the UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter and...
Late last year, a Florida police officer by the name of Courtney Bannick nearly lost her life after coming into contact with a deadly drug known as fentanyl. Fortunately, she recovered and spoke out, shedding light on a tragedy that impacts the lives of millions. Tavares City in Florida has a population of around 20,000...