The family Mymaridae is more commonly referred to as fairyflies. These insects belong to the Chalcid wasp family.

Bed bugs are nearly impossible to eradicate and can spread as quickly as water cooler gossip. But it's also possible that's why they've lasted so long. According to a 2019 study published in Current Biology, scientists believe that the bugs have been around since the time of the dinosaurs, first appearing around 115 million years ago. "It was a revelation to think that the pests that live in our beds today evolved more than 100 million years ago and were walking the earth alongside dinosaurs," said researcher Mike Siva-Jothy. "It demonstrates that the evolution of bed bugs is far more complex than we previously thought."

If you enjoy seeing historical landmarks, Greece is a must-see. The nation has 18 UNESCO World Heritage Landmarks, including world-famous sites such as Athens' Acropolis, the Temple of Apollo, Meteora, and the Old Town of Corfu.

Our supreme law is referred to as a living document, as it can be changed or amended. Those who crafted it wanted it to be by our citizens’ aspirations and understood the need for modifications. Changes done to the Constitution are called constitutional amendments. The document has undergone 105 amendments, the last being in August 2021.

Our spine comprises 33 vertebrae when we are born, but most of us end up with just 26. What becomes of them? Some of the vertebrae fuse together to create the sacrum (back of the pelvis) and coccyx as you become older (tailbone).

Mosquitoes are cold-blooded insects. They differ from humans in that their body temperatures are modified based on their current location. As a result, mosquitoes, like most other insects, are more noticeable during the warmer months of the year. Mosquitoes that live in temperate climates prefer to hibernate a lot.

This one from Amazing Facts About Hindi tells us about the origins of Hindi films. Raja Harishchandra is the plot of Hindi cinema's future.

Did you know that the word "nectarine" means "sweet like nectar," which is most likely the origin of the name? According to research, nectarines, like peaches, originated in China over 2,000 years ago and were introduced to England in the late 16th or early 17th centuries. Nectarines are high in Vitamin C and A, as well as antioxidants. They help with weight loss, blood pressure regulation, and overall health. They also help to boost immunity and heart health.

There are a few arachnids in the world that cause some nasty spider bites, which can cause some risky complications to your health due to their venom. The majority of spiders in the UK will not bite people, and if they do, their venom is ineffective. Unfortunately, and I hate to say it, being bitten by a spider will not transform you into Spider-Man! That is not a side effect of their venom. If that were the case, I'd be web-slinging around Surrey's streets instead of writing this blog!

The Alipore Zoo is literally something to be proud of, from the Royal Bengal to the greatest species of animals. However, few Kolkatans are aware that it is also the country's oldest zoo. Alipore's tagline as a brand could be - entertaining everyone since 1875!

People can actually undergo operations to alter the colour of their eyes. However, rather than only for aesthetics, this is frequently done for practical reasons. To make their eyes less susceptible to light, people with exceptionally light eyes frequently have them surgically changed to a darker tint.

Because of the island's hidden coves and the absence of European powers for centuries, Madagascar was once a secure sanctuary for hundreds of pirates. Captain James Misson allegedly established an anarchist colony (Libertatia) there in the late 17th century, whereas Ile Sainte-Marie, four miles off Madagascar's east coast, was simply referred to on maps as "the island of pirates" at the time. When they weren't robbing treasure, countless brigands, including Captain Kidd, found refuge there. Some are buried in the cemetery on the island.

The growth rate of toenails is around half that of fingernails. They usually expand by 1.6 millimeters each month.

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.

They were created by the Romans very early on using pig fat to celebrate the birth of the goddess Artemis on the sixth day of each lunar month.

They may not feel discomfort, but they can cause significant pain. Researchers noticed that after clamping down on a load cell, a pressure-measuring device, the lobster's larger claw, the crusher claw. This claw appears to have molars because it is used to break up anything hard, such as crabs, clams, and mussels. The other, known as the ripper claw or fast claw, tears softer prey such as fish or worms.

A black hole is so named because of its hue, especially since light cannot escape. What we can see, though, are the consequences of a black hole. We can see the impact of a black hole on its surroundings by analyzing its surroundings. A star that is close enough to a black hole, for example, may be seen being ripped apart.

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.

Work and friendship can coexist. Having friends helps you find work and be more happy, creative, productive, and competitive at work, according to various studies. Some people in India and Indonesia claim that their coworkers understand them better than their other friends or even their spouse. However, you must exercise caution because not everyone at work is treated equally.

Apart from the normal male and female washrooms, you might come across a third-gender washroom in this liberal country. Thailand is one of the first countries to introduce these to transgender men and is known to be very accepting of the sexual identity and expression of its people. 

Fish nostrils, like those of humans, do not open into the back of the mouth and are thus not used for breathing. They lead to smell organs, which are extremely sensitive, allowing fish to sense the presence of food in the water from great distances. More nostrils equal more sniffing!

North Carolina is the first and only state in the United States to designate a carnivorous plant as its official flower. The Venus flytrap has been their state carnivorous plant since 2005. This effort attempts to encourage species conservation. Also, in North Carolina, poaching Venus flytraps has progressed from a misdemeanor to a crime since 2014. Harming the species is a severe offense.