During ancient times, animal skin was used to make blinds. Long ago, people who lived in hotter climates used animal hide to shield themselves from the sun's rays. They also used those materials as drapes to keep the interiors of their homes cool. The animal skins were soaked in water and hung on the doorways. As a result, the wind's effect created a cooling sensation, similar to natural coolers.

Yes! Chocolate was once used to make alcohol around 1400 to 1100 BC. During those times, people used to drink very less amount alcohol content, and hence the chocolate did justice to those drinks. Fermented cocoa beans were used to create alcoholic drinks. But it doesn't mean that you can ferment the chocolate to make alcohol because it took years to make the drink perfect.

Nepal does not observe an independence day because it has never been occupied by a foreign power. The country is the oldest in South Asia. Nepal was a monarchical monarchy until 2008 when it became a federal democratic republic. Isn't that amazing for a small country surrounded by Asian behemoths?

Aspirants from all academic and social backgrounds are eligible to take the UPSC CSE. However, for Indian Administrative Service, Indian Foreign Service, and Indian Police Service, the candidate must be an Indian citizen. To be eligible for CSE, one must be a graduate (or be awaiting graduation final results). Candidates must be between the ages of 21 and 32. (relaxation provided for reserved categories).

If you ask someone to list three things that are uniquely Russian, they will most likely mention cold, communism, and, of course, vodka. It should come as no surprise that the Russians were overjoyed when the Third Reich fell after being punched almost all the way to Moscow by the Nazis and battling their way back to Berlin. The Soviet Union was enveloped in jubilation and street celebrations that lasted for days and days — even non-drinkers regarded this as reason enough to join in the fun. That is, until the nation's vodka stockpiles were depleted. Only 22 hours after the festivities began. The countrywide hangover has now begun...

Dr. Coates oversaw an effort in Argentina to identify cash crops that farmers in the region may profit from cultivating. He investigated a variety of plants to determine their economic viability. When he analyzed chia seeds, he discovered their amazing nutritional profile and focused his whole study to bringing chia back to a commercial level so that people all over the globe might benefit from the seeds.

Ella Slack is of comparable height and size as the queen, thus she will perform a rehearsal before major events to eliminate royal annoyances such as the sun getting in Her Majesty's eyes. Slack has been doing it for three decades, but she is not permitted to sit on the throne, so she must kneel above it.

When people meet for the first time, colour recognition accounts for the vast majority of their first impressions. According to studies, those who consistently wear neutral or black make fewer positive first impressions, whereas those who wear brighter colours are more likely to form friendly bonds. Wearing hints of red (for women) or blue (for men) on a first date may result in stronger feelings and a definite second date, whereas those who wear black to a job interview are more likely to be hired.

Too many comic book enthusiasts believe that Marc Spector was developed by Marvel as a deliberate retaliation to Bruce Wayne. For those who wish to connect the dots, the parallels are there. While they are both monsters of the night who terrorize villains, there are some significant distinctions. The most noticeable change is Moon Knight's outfit. Batman usually wears an all-black outfit with a few yellow or gold accents. Moon Knight's all-white attire appears to be a near-identical negative of Batman's black costume. The hero wears white because he wants his adversaries to see him coming — and fear the sight of him, according to Warren Ellis' 2014 run on Moon Knight.

The frozen meals staple was not always connected with the catchphrase "Hot Pockets!" They were originally named "Chunk Stuffers," but thankfully someone thought better of that unappealing moniker.

"Smells Like Teen Spirit" was a furious rock anthem that exploded out of the speakers, making everything else on MTV seem puny and insignificant in comparison. The author of the song heard it differently. "It's such a perfect combination of cleanliness and nice, candy-ass production," Cobain said in an interview with biographer Michael Azerrad. "It may seem extreme to those who aren't used to it, but I think it's kind of lame."

Have you ever wondered why there are no baby pigeons in the flock? This is due to the fact that newly hatched pigeons can stay in the nest for up to six weeks, which is longer than most bird species. Except for the downy feathers on their head and the lack of red around their eyes, they resemble a fully-grown adult pigeons when they ultimately leave. The eyes of a pigeon do not become red until they are seven months to one year old.

The Birth of Venus is unquestionably one of the most famous and adored works of art in the world. It was painted between 1482 and 1485 by Sandro Botticelli and depicts the mythological figure Venus, the goddess of love, arriving on the island of Cyprus. Christian inspiration was very dominant in art during the Middle Ages, but the rise of humanism changed the artistic approach. Nude art was reborn as a result of renewed interest in the myths of ancient Rome.

The most sacred symbol or syllable in Hinduism is OM or AUM. It is frequently chanted as a prefix to any mantra. It has also been suggested that when OM is chanted, its vibration is 432HZ, which is the vibrational frequency of everything in this universe.

The world-famous energy drink Red Bull was made in Bangkok by Chaleo Yoovidhya in 1976. He had moved from central Thailand to Bangkok with very little formal education but managed to build a multimillion empire with the help of his Australian business partner Dietrich Mateschitz. At the time of his death in 2012, Yoovidhya was the third richest man in Thailand with an estimated wealth of USD 5 billion. 

However, the syrupy drink he made is quite different from the carbonated version enjoyed across the globe. At some shops in Bangkok, you can find both versions, and decide which one you prefer for yourself.

The Secret History of the Mongols claims that because Mongolian dogs were vicious and notorious for attacking common people, Khan was terrified of them.

Are you relocating to South Korea and looking for a new home? If you're organizing a housewarming party ( | jipdeuri) when you move in, skip the toilet paper and laundry detergent. You'll receive a lot of it as presents! One of the unique and entertaining facts about South Korea is that toilet paper and laundry detergent are frequently given as housewarming presents. While you may need to clear some room in your home to store all of the additional household items, the beautiful thing about this custom is that it makes choosing housewarming gifts a breeze.

Consuming grapefruit may enhance the quality of your diet and increase your consumption of vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, and dietary fiber, according to research.

This may come as a surprise but the Gala was not always held at the Met. Actually, from 1948 until 1971, the Gala took place in different areas around New York City such as Central Park, the Waldorf Astoria, and the Rainbow Room.

When they roll out the red carpet on Oscar night spare a thought for the organizers. The specially made carpet is a whopping 500 feet long and has to be rolled out at LA's prestigious Kodak Theatre days in advance, hoovered and covered with protective plastic, before being unveiled just hours before the ceremony.

This city is one of the most youthful cities (populace-wise) in the country. 55% of the populace is in the 16-55 age bunch. Also, 28% of the rest are under the age of 15.

The album, which was released in 1945, included the titular Bunk on trumpet as well as an alto horn, bass horn, baritone horn, snare drum, and bass drum. The band is "so out of tune that it makes the music difficult to listen to," according to Jazz on Record. Thankfully, Bunk Johnson and his band significantly improved on subsequent albums, and the New Orleans brass band tradition is still alive and well today.

The Main Belt's objects occasionally exhibit cometary activity and grow tails. Scientists speculate that this may be because they include water ice. Additionally, some of these bodies may be "degenerate" comets, which are comets that have nearly entirely lost their volatile material and are now barely distinguishable from typical asteroids.

This horrific reality is the outcome of US airstrikes on Laos during the Vietnam War, when the US unleashed more than two million tonnes of bombs throughout Laos for nine years, from 1964 to 1973. Because 30% of these bombs did not explode, most of Laos' soil is unfit for agriculture. Hundreds of Laotians are still injured or murdered as a result of unintentionally finding bombs and grenades.