We know people who thrived in high school but fell apart in college when the workload was higher and they had to wash their own laundry, and people who were huge successes when they were single, but struggled mightily when they had to get their kids out of the house in the morning as well as themselves. It helps to recognize and plan for these extra stresses – and not beat yourself up when life gets harder.

A 5.9-liter V12 engine powers Aston Martins such as the DB9 and V12 Vantage S. Don't be deceived by the company's claim that it's a 6.0-liter. Another component of this engine that AM does not emphasise is what it begins as. This is due to the fact that it is effectively a pair of Ford Duratec V6s joined together. Sure, many components have been replaced in the quest of horsepower and torque – 565bhp and 457lb-ft in the V12 Vantage S – but several simple Ford sedan engine parts remain.

J.R.R. Tolkien worked as an editor's assistant on the OED after serving in World War I. His job was to look into the etymologies of words beginning with the letter w. Tolkien also wrote multiple definitions for words like waggle, walnut, walrus, and waistcoat. Tolkien went on to work as an English professor and write The Lord of the Rings after leaving the OED. Following that, the OED has added terms coined by Tolkien himself, such as hobbit, mithril, and mathom.

Amalgamation is limited to silver and copper. Due to the softness of pure gold, most gold jewellery is a mix of gold, silver, and copper. Even the notorious 24-karat gold contains some copper.

Each person, the Swiss consume 36 litres of wine, 56.5 litres of beer, and 8.4 litres of pure alcohol per year. And here are new figures that suggest consumption has actually decreased! It is common for 20% of Swiss individuals to binge drink (4-5 drinks in one sitting) at least once a month.

Raindrops appears to be very fascinating since childhood. But have you ever wondered about its shape? Raindrops are more like hamburger buns. As the raindrops fall they become more flattened at the bottom resembling hamburger buns. Isn't this interesting?

Shells left over during lobster processing are typically discarded in landfills. A University of Maine researcher designed golf balls with a core made of lobster shells in an effort to make them valuable and keep the money in the lobster industry. They're also biodegradable, making them ideal for golfing on cruise ships or on courses near bodies of water.

The article on the popular Japanese video game franchise explained how youngsters become increasingly hooked with it. While the article itself was not complimentary, it provided excellent publicity for the brand.

Iguanas have a lifetime of 12-15 years on average. A healthy iguana, on the other hand, may easily live for more than 20 years if properly cared for. Iguanas are generally long-lived reptiles that may bring years of entertainment to their owners. 

A landmark study published in 2010 indicated that consuming a single glass of beet juice each day might have a significant influence on a person's blood pressure. The study found that consuming beet juice might considerably lower blood pressure over several hours. This might be an excellent natural technique to reduce blood pressure without the need of drugs. Beet juice is also high in vitamins and minerals, making it an excellent supplement to any balanced diet.

Cleopatra was an incredibly powerful ruler who could afford luxuries that others could only dream of. For example, she was dissatisfied with the beaches on Sedir Island in Turkey during her vacation. So her lover, Mark Antony, had the white sand she preferred transported all the way from Egypt so she could enjoy it on foreign shores. Because of this, Sedir is now known as Cleopatra's Island.

Arnold Schwarzenegger really got a good deal when he signed on for Terminator 2: Judgement Day. The Austrian Oak was paid the huge sum of $15 million. Arnie only speaks 700 words in the blockbuster hit, which equates to $21,428 per word. It might seem excessive, but considering the film went on to make around $520 million worldwide, it seems like a smart investment by the studio. 

 

Although the origin of the name "Jolly Roger" is unknown, one theory attributes it to the use of red flags. A red flag was commonly used during naval warfare centuries ago to signal that no mercy would be shown and that anyone captured would be killed immediately. According to theorists, the French called it a Joli Rogue ("pretty red"), which was then translated into English as Jolly Roger. Another theory holds that the name Jolly Roger was derived from "Old Roger," a term for the Devil. Oh, these pirates are so enigmatic!

Jingdezhen, also known as 'Jingde Town,' is China's well-known "porcelain capital." It is a prefecture-level city located about 400 kilometers (250 miles) west of Hangzhou, the ancient capital and "tea capital." In 1004, Emperor Jingde of the Song Dynasty (960-1279) named Jingdezhen after the fine bluish-white porcelain produced for the emperor.

Tulsi leaves might aid with indigestion and appetite loss. They are also used to alleviate gas and bloating.

A collection of coded writings called as the Beale Ciphers (named after a prospector named Thomas Jefferson Beale in the early 1800s) are believed to indicate the location of a huge treasure worth $43 million in gold, silver, and gems. One of the three manuscripts has been broken, indicating the location of the treasure in Bedford County, Virginia.

During the First Opium War in 1841, British forces controlled Hong Kong Island. Following China's loss, the Qing Dynasty gave over Hong Kong to the United Kingdom in 1842 through the Nanjing Treaty.

We may not anticipate it, but what we wear directly impacts why mosquitoes won't leave us alone. These little insects are drawn to dark colors because, according to this study, black attracts more mosquitos than white. According to the same study, these flying insects are drawn to heat, which dark colors absorb more than bright hues.

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.

Panthers are carnivores that usually hunt on small to medium-sized herbivores, however which species vary on the area. Antelope, deer, warthog, tapir, wild boar, rabbits, and birds are among the animals that can be eaten. There are several panther facts pertaining to this animal's strong hunting abilities. Panthers are distinguished from other large cats by their ability to remain hidden. Panthers hunt at night since they are nocturnal. Their black fur lets them to blend in with their environment, and their keen eyesight and sense of smell aid in the detection of prey.

The Chapman University Survey on American Fears found that Democrats are about twice as likely to believe in astrology as Republicans. Democrats were also noted to believe in the paranormal more in general.

 

According to reports, the Vatican consumes more wine per capita than any other country on the planet. The typical Vatican citizen consumes 74 litres of wine per year, which is more than double the consumption of the wine-producing countries of France and Italy. There are several causes for their increased wine drinking. Vatican inhabitants prefer to eat in bigger groups, and the city's lone grocery offers wine duty free, resulting in increased consumption.

Kimchi is a healthy cuisine with numerous established benefits, in addition to being delicious. Kimchi is high in fiber, vitamins (B, C, beta carotene, and so on), and other minerals. Kimchi is a live food because of the fermentation process! It contains beneficial lactic acid bacteria (probiotics). Furthermore, because fermentation decreases the carbohydrates found in vegetables, kimchi is low in sugar and calories.

A sea urchin's sophisticated, one-of-a-kind mouth, which is found on the underside of its body, includes five razor-sharp teeth that can pierce through rock. Watch out on the beach and at your favorite sushi joint since these chompers have the potential to be poisonous.