There are many interesting facts about insects that you may not have known, whether you are an entomologist and/or just curious about them. There are approximately 10 billion bugs on Earth. Additionally, for every human, there are at least 200,000,000 bugs. Insects are part of the class Insecta, and they are the most diverse group of organisms on Earth. They are classified into 32 classes.
Beetles are the largest insect species. Currently, there is at least 350,000 different species of beetles. Spiders, ants and roaches are some of the most commonly found insects. These insects are often found on land, but some can also be found in water. The water boatman is an aquatic bug. These insects are able breathe on the water surface and can hang upside down to catch the air. These insects are common pets. In Japan, the stag beetle is a popular pet.
Cockroaches run three miles per hour. They can also hold their breathe for up to 40 minutes. They can also live for over a month with no food. Insects also live in extreme temperatures. They don't live in the sea. These insects are well-known for their smelly fur.
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Here are 5 fascinating facts about the liver
The liver is responsible of breaking down toxins and storing nutrients. It helps to regulate blood pressure and keep our bodies temperature stable.
We hear it all the time: "I feel sluggish today" or "my head feels heavy". These symptoms may indicate problems with the liver.
Some common signs include dark urine, yellowing skin, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, jaundice (yellow coloration), and itching. These are not the only warning signs. If you feel any of these warning signs, consult your doctor immediately.
The liver is a vital organ. It is essential for detoxification and metabolism as well as reproduction.
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The average adult liver weighs 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 just below the rib cage on the left side of the abdomen.
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There are 16 major liver lobes. However there are many smaller, more intimate lobules.
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About 10 million red blood cells are found in the liver.
Is there a Hollywood blacklist of actors?
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 secret reason is that directors and actors who are on the blacklist would not be able to find employment. 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. Which would lead them to go bankrupt.
This could lead to more victims.
In other words, if someone is trying to make an Oscar winning movie, they might have to sign a contract that says they won't speak openly against their employers. Any director or producer who would like to be nominated for an award is subject to the same rules.
That's why you hear stories about how producers pressure directors to remove scenes from their films. Directors threaten to abandon projects that don’t conform to their vision.
This is the reason there is a Hollywood blacklist. You'll likely become unemployed if you say bad things about your employer. It's not good for anyone.
The problem is that many people have been falsely accused. It's been a struggle to get their names cleared.
We need to stop this kind of thing before it starts happening again. Everybody should be able to freely express themselves.
We need to get rid of Hollywood's blacklist.
What is the most secretive place in the world, and why?
This question might surprise you. It might even make you uncomfortable because it challenges our perception of reality and how we live. But there is an explanation for why this place exists, and it's not what you would expect.
It was also called the City of God in ancient Greek. It was also known as the City of Destruction according to the Bible.
It's known in India as Kashi (Kashmir). It is also called Novgorod in Russia.
It's called The Town That Has Disappeared here in America.
One small community in western New York State with 1,200 residents vanished without a trace. A road sign pointing to the former location of the town was all that was left, except for a few bodies and cars.
This little town disappeared, leaving no clues about where it went or when. Some say the earth swallowed it up. Others claim a meteorite strike destroyed it. Still, others say aliens took it away.
Despite what may have happened, the people who lived in this once-thriving area are confident that their town will not be lost forever. They had just moved from one town to the other.
A website is available to track the disappearance and recovery of Zugspitz, which was lost in the Great Depression.
Then, where is it? It's in Switzerland.
Zugspitze is situated on the border between Germany und Austria. Lake Zugspitze lies just above the summit of the mountain.
It has always fascinated my that so many towns have disappeared but others still exist. Why do some disappear while others survive? I decided to investigate.
I wanted to learn more about mysteriously disappearing towns. What causes a community to disappear? How does one place go extinct?
There are many theories regarding the phenomenon of towns disappearing. One theory says that a town disappears when all the buildings are demolished. Another theory suggests that the town simply moves somewhere else. A third theory claims that the town never existed at all.
The fact is that hundreds of towns all over the world have been swept away by the ground, despite theories to the contrary. This video examines the history and current status of these places.
What are some dark secrets in Hollywood?
Hollywood is full secret societies. Some secret societies are cultlike groups that have strict rules and rituals. Other clubs are for people who share common interests.
However, there are many other criminal organizations that hold much of the industry's power. These include the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), the organization that sets film ratings and RIAA(Recording Industry Association of America), the company that sets music licensing fees.
Numerous unions and guilds also represent actors, directors, writers, producers, etc. The majority of major television networks and movie studios are owned by large corporations.
It is obvious that, no matter how secretive or obtuse a group appears, someone knows exactly what they do. They shouldn't be fearful, however.
Instead, we should embrace and celebrate them. Because they offer us information that can help us make better decision.
They also tell us about the movies that are most likely to succeed and which songs are most popular.
They allow us to make informed decisions about what we buy, watch and listen to.
We can trust our advisors and ignore advice that isn't in accord with our tastes.
They are more powerful than ever because we chose to ignore them. They are the supreme arbiters of taste.
And if you don't like what they say, you're free to ignore them.
Let's now look at some lesser-known, but still very real Hollywood secret organizations.
And see why they're so important.
Statistics
- 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)
- 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)
- According to a 2018 study published in Free Radical Biology & Medicine, this is because blood pressure is regulated by our innate circadian rhythm and internal clock. (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)
- "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)
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Hollywood scandals that shocked the globe
There's nothing more shocking than watching someone become famous for the wrong reasons. But, it's equally shocking to watch them fall from the graces.
The best part is seeing how an industry reacts to its mistakes. Many celebrities have used alcohol and drugs in excess. Some even died young because of it.
It's worse when stars make public their problems, and then are ignored by everyone. We found ourselves in that situation last week.
Heath Ledger gave up after a long career that was successful. He died after succumbing to prescription drugs.
His family and friends struggled to accept his passing, and the media had a field day bashing him publicly.
Heath was once considered to be one of today's most talented actors. Two Academy Awards nominations were given to Heath for his role in Brokeback Mountain.
Heath did more than act. He also directed films including A Knight's Tale. Monster's Ball and Iron Man.
Hollywood loved Heath, however he soon grew too big for his good looks. He began to drink heavily and took drugs. He eventually went to rehab and was clean.
He was now sober and wanted to make amends. So he made a documentary called "Room 237," which chronicled the making of The Shining. It was supposed to be released this year, but now it won't hit theaters until next year.
Heath tried unsuccessfully to get into Hollywood again, but nothing happened. In fact, he was arrested twice on drug charges.
We don't believe Heath should have been allowed to go back into the entertainment industry. But it would have been nice to get some help before things spiralled out of control.
We hope Heath’s tale will be a wakeup call to anyone who may believe that they can still have all.