The best secrets about the government are not those you've never heard about, but those you've been taught about. The most well-known ones, like the Pentagon Papers, are about embarrassment for the government. In an opinion piece in the Washington Post, even the United States solicitor general admitted to this. The real secrets, on the other hand, are binary chemical warheads and deliverable tactical nuclear bombs.
CIA's secret satellite program
Although the secret satellite programme of the CIA is still classified as a top-secret, you have the opportunity to witness these programs in person. A one-day exhibition of vintage National Reconnaissance Office satellites was held last night at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Dulles, Va. The exhibit was part 50th anniversary celebrations of the organisation.
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What is the most fascinating fact about the human body
Two eyes, two ears and two nostrils are part of our bodies. We also have four limbs: a mouth, nose, penis, and four limbs. It's true, we have more 50 parts of our body, but there is one thing missing. A heart.
A heart is the pump that circulates blood throughout a body. The blood moves through the arteries and veins to transport oxygen and nutrients into the cells, and remove carbon dioxide.
Each minute, the heart pumps 5 liters of blood. This is equivalent in daily coffee consumption to an adult who consumes approximately 2 to 3 cups.
The heart pumps blood 24 hours a days, 365 days per year. While you are sleeping, your heart beats about 100 times per second.
You can tell whether someone is healthy or unhealthy because of the color of their skin. If you examine the skin closely, you will see tiny blood vessels called capillaries. These small vessels carry blood away from the large blood vessels in the skin back to the heart. The skin becomes blue-colored or purple when blood flow is restricted.
People with sickle cells lack red blood cell. Their blood becomes sticky and hardens, causing them to become very ill.
To stop bleeding from a cut, you can apply a bandage to the wound. For wounds to heal properly, blood must flow. Doctors will insert a needle under the skin to access the vein near the injury. This allows blood to drain from the area.
Doctors can also insert catheters into the artery close to the area where the bloodclot has formed. This keeps the patient alive until the clot breaks up naturally.
Have you ever wondered how much trash is produced worldwide each day?
According to the United Nations there are more than 25 billion tons of garbage produced each year.
Most of the trash ends up at incinerators and landfills. But, what happens to those dumpsters? Where does all that rubbish go?Well, most of it gets shipped out of the country. It is then shipped out and dumped in other countries. This pollutes the ecosystems. But now we know, thanks to one man. His name is Mike Sexton. He runs a company called Waste Watchers.He spends his days watching the movements of trucks transporting trash across North America. Then he reports back to us about what happens next.
Sexton says he finds his job very satisfying. CNN interviewed Sexton and said that he has a lot of fun. "We'll be following these big rigs through town. "Sexton started following truck driver almost 20 years back.
He stated that he fell in love with the product.
His favorite story is about a driver that pulled into an abandoned gas station just outside Los Angeles. Sexton said that the man was searching for a place to store his stuff. "He drove down the street and saw this building. So he backed up and went inside. "There were two enormous roll-off containers filled with stuff. He took out everything and began to fill up the truck. "Then he took out everything and began to fill up the truck. There were tires, rags. furniture, mattresses. boxes, bottles, cans. It was a complete mess. But it had been cleaned before he arrived. There wasn't any trash anywhere."
This is the reason why it happened. The answer is that this location was once part of a recycling facility. People who knew about it would drive to this location to recycle their garbage. Sexton said that people would bring their household items to the building and then leave empty containers behind.
You might see this happen hundreds of times a day. It could happen hundreds of thousands of times a week. The truck eventually stops running because it has become so jammed with junk. The truck eventually stops running and the owner decides that it is time to get rid of the vehicle.
Trash is not the only problem our planet faces.
Plastic pieces make up most of these particles. Some of these plastics end up in rivers or oceans.
Experts warn that if there is no change, the world could soon be facing a food shortage. Experts warn that if we continue to go the same way, we won't make it. However, scientists and most people aren't worried.
These 5 facts are amazing about the liver
The liver is responsible in breaking down toxins, storing vitamins and mineral, and for regulating blood pressure. It helps to regulate blood pressure and keep our bodies temperature stable.
What number of times have you heard someone say that they feel sluggish or heavy? These symptoms could indicate liver problems.
Itching, dark urine and yellowing skin are all common symptoms. But these aren't the only warning signs. If you feel any of these warning signs, consult your doctor immediately.
The liver plays a crucial role in our lives. It is vital for detoxification, metabolism, immunity, reproduction, and digestion.
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The average adult human liver is approximately 1,400g.
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At birth, a baby's liver is half the size of an adult. It grows to be about four times bigger by age three than an infant's.
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The liver is located below the ribs on the left-hand side of your abdomen.
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There are 16 main lobes in the liver, but many smaller lobules are inside the lobes.
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There are approximately 10,000,000 red blood cells in the liver.
Is there a Hollywood blacklist.
There is a Hollywood blacklist.
But, the list has not been made public. As far as we know, the names aren't even known. It matters because of this.
The secretive nature of the information is due to the fact that actors and directors on blacklist won't be in a position to find work. This would result in studios losing money as the actors and directors would have to go out on their own. It would mean they would reduce their expenditure on movies. This would result in fewer opportunities available for blacklisted filmmakers. This could lead to them going bankrupt.
This could lead to more victims.
A contract may be required to agree to not speak against employers if someone attempts to make an Oscar winning movie. For any producer or director that wants to be nominated, the same applies.
You hear stories of directors being pressured to remove scenes from films. Directors might threaten to leave projects that don't reflect their vision.
This is the reason there is a Hollywood blacklist. If you make negative comments about your employer, it's likely that you will be unemployed. It's not good for anyone.
Problem is, many people have been falsely charged. It's been a struggle to get their names cleared.
This must be stopped before it happens again. Everybody should be able to freely express themselves.
So we need to take down the Hollywood blacklist.
Statistics
- It might not sound like something that's truly plausible — and it is quite rare — but according to a 2015 study published in the Asian Cardiovascular & Thoracic Annals, it's possible to hurt yourself and even break a rib just by sneezing. (romper.com)
- "It is estimated that 75% of people have at least mild gum disease, with the most common symptoms being bleeding when brushing, bad breath, and dark and swollen gums," Dr. Ron Baise, a London-based dentist, tells Romper. (romper.com)
- A 2012 paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported that people blink about 15 to 20 times each minute, meaning, if you do the math, you spend about 10% of the time that you're awake blinking. (romper.com)
- In fact, nearly 24% of U.S. women are affected with one or more pelvic floor disorders, according to research funded by the National Institutes of Health. (romper.com)
- Your mouth makes a lot of saliva every day It might seem like way too much, but your salivary glands typically produce anywhere from 0.5 and 1.5 liters a day, according to a 2009 study published in the Journal of Medicine and Life. (romper.com)
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Which is the scariest film ever made?
If you ask 10 different people which movies they consider scary, you'll probably get 10 different answers.
Some people love horror films. Some others enjoy sci-fi flicks. Some prefer comedies.
No matter your tastes, everyone has seen some truly terrifying movies.
These are ten great scary movies, ranging from the classic Halloween to the modern Paranormal Activity.
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"Cabin Folly" – "Cabin Folly" is one among the most frightening zombie movies. It depicts a virus that causes humans to turn into zombies after death.
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"Thir13en Ghosts," - Based on the true story Jack the Ripper's serial killer, "Thirteen Ghosts," features a group teenagers who are possessed by ghosts.
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"Pulse", an action thriller, is about a man that was robbed and left in his home during a violent crime spree. He must fight off attackers using only the items found inside his home.
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"The Descent", one of the earliest found footage horror films, "The Descent", follows a group exploring underground for an adventure. However, everything goes horribly wrong as soon as they get there.
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"Get Out"- Jordan Peele was famous for creating one the most terrifying horror movies ever created in 2017. "Get Out" portrays a young black photographer who visits his white girlfriend for the holidays. Untold dark secrets reveal themselves when he arrives.
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"Paranormal Activity" (2007) - "Paranormal Activity" was one of the very first found footage movies. The movie featured a new spin of ghost stories, starring Katie Featherston.
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"Audition” in Japan means to give a speech before an audience. Kiyoko, high school student, waits in anticipation to find out if her dream of becoming a pop singer will come true.
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James Wan, creator of the "Saw," Series, was tired of creating low budget horror films that failed to impress audiences. Jigsaw was his idea.
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"Tales From the Crypt" - With each passing year, "Tales From the Crypt" becomes more and more horrifying. Hollywood has produced many sequels to the horror-stricken crypt keeper over the years.
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"Carrie" (1976). "Carrie", introduced viewers to Telekinesis, an amazing supernatural ability. Carrie White can move objects just by thinking about them.