When you steal someone's thunder, you use their ideas for your own benefit without giving them credit. Shakespeare appears to have used a sound effect invented by fellow playwright John Dennis to create the thunder heard throughout Macbeth. Appius and Virginia, Dennis's failed production, was the first to feature the sound. Dennis then heard thunder during a Macbeth performance shortly after that one ended. He was enraged that his thunder had been stolen.

Apparently, the designers pick their muse based on who they think will embody their vision the best. Past designer and celebrity collaborations have been Donatella Versace and Lenny Kravitz back in 2006, Rihanna and Stella McCartney in 2014, and Cher and Marc Jacobs.

Even though many people play golf to unwind, Disney was unable to handle it. Walt took up golf after quitting polo at his doctor's advice and got up at 4:30 a.m. to squeeze in nine holes before work. He quit the game because it was so frustrating and started playing lawn bowling, which is a more laid-back activity.

Pink Floyd, a rock band, captured a live performance in Pompeii's Roman Amphitheater in 1972. There was no audience present, but director Adrien Maben had realized his vision; the sound was incredible, and it was unquestionably a significant moment in rock history.

Rorschach felt that the results of his test may reveal a person's psychological condition. Those who ruminate on details may see more pictures in motion, whereas creative types may experience more images in motion. Depressed people were reported to be unconcerned by the introduction of color, whilst "neurotics" were said to be disturbed by the abrupt burst of red. Teenagers were the only people he believed the test failed to examine because they had too many characteristics with the seriously crazy.

Cambodians are well-known for preparing creepy crawlies such as crickets, ants, and even tarantulas. The majority of individuals consume fish, veggies, and rice on a regular basis.

Iguanas have a sensory organ called Jacobson's organ that allows them to detect smell, taste, and chemical signals. Iguanas learn about their environment and other lizards/people in this manner. When your iguana licks you, it's trying to figure out who you are.

Starbucks was chosen as a component in the Index because it is the world's most widely distributed, premium-priced coffee chain, and so provides an intriguing economic barometer comparing countries. The price differential for a Grande Latte varied from £1.21 in Brazil to £5.72 in Switzerland, representing a roughly 400% price increase.

The snake plant is incredibly well-liked all across the world. This succulent plant is common throughout Asia, Europe, and North America. Almost all nurseries and retail establishments worldwide carry it. Its versatility and ease of upkeep must be the reason for its popularity. The snake plant can keep its robust appearance if it is properly cared for. The plant adds charm to any office or home space and requires little maintenance.

This is the volcano that erupted and buried the entire city in a layer of ash and pumice, freezing it in place. Many people were killed when it erupted in 79 A.D. Those who survived fled to nearby towns and cities with whatever they could carry. There is a permanent evacuation plan in place in case of any warning signs because the volcano is classified as a stratovolcano and could erupt at any time.

Barbie is named after the Handlers' daughter, Barbara. Ken is named after their son, Kenneth. In Barbie's world, her parents are George and Margaret Roberts from Willows, Wisconsin. Other family members include her siblings: Skipper, Tutti, Todd, Stacie, Kelly, Chelsea, and Krissy. Tutti and Todd are twins … but so are Todd and Stacie, apparently (at least according to Todd's box). She also has cousins named Francie and Jazzie.

The Batcave made its television debut. The Batcave, as well as a slim Alfred Pennyworth, were presented in a 1943 TV serial called The Batman. Batman's all-encompassing awareness of everyone's secrets, whether friend or foe, defines him. But this time, we did the research on the Dark Knight, and we uncovered some lesser-known facts about him, ranging from his lost "first film" to some insane comic-book achievements.

While there are many fanciful elements in the way mobile suits function, such as the Minovsky Particles that fuel them, most of the technology is based on true science. Lagrange points, the O'Neill cylinder, and the usage of Helium-3 as an energy source are instances of this. Other things are technologies that have not yet been developed but appear to be viable with future study.

Maternity leave has been associated to fewer newborn and infant deaths, better rates of breastfeeding, lower rates of postpartum depression, and new fathers taking on a more hands-on role. While women who have access to proper paid maternity leave are more likely to stay in the labour and earn higher pay, the United States and seven other countries still do not provide such benefits.

A glass of wine vibrates at a regular frequency, and a high musical note can break such a glass. The frequency of the musical note must be equivalent to the natural frequency of the glass. Because the frequencies of the note and the glass are the same, the energy is transferred to the glass, which vibrates so violently that it shatters. The phenomenon is known as resonance. The technique can be used to improve the sound of some musical instruments.

Despite what many people think, stress does not lead to stomach ulcers. Neither do spicy meals trigger them. Stress, though, can exacerbate ulcers. Stress management can be useful in treating ulcers. Avoiding greasy and spicy foods might also help symptoms subside.

Speaking of wings, we may have purposefully saved the most fascinating butterfly information for last! Butterflies have four distinct wings, regardless of how they appear in motion or in drawings or paintings. The wings closest to its head are known as the forewings, while those farther back are known as the hindwings. During the flight, all four wings move up and down in a figure-eight pattern due to the strong muscles in the butterfly's thorax.

Stephen Strange's life is difficult. If someone does not take measures, even sleep might be fatal. Stephen collapses at his desk in Strange Tales #122, capping off numerous restless days. When he awakens, he is confronted and defeated by a strange robed person. None of Doctor Strange's magical abilities function. He now understands why: he's dreaming, and Nightmare is scripting the script. In his tiredness, Stephen failed to recite the incantation that guards against such things. Despite Nightmare's supremacy in dreams, Stephen manages to outsmart him and return to the waking world. The cost of being unable to sleep comfortably is enormous.

According to Alzheimer's Orange County, "as the size and proportion of the U.S. population 65 and older continue to expand, the number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias will climb each year." The number of persons with Alzheimer's and other dementias is predicted to increase by more than 40% from 2015 to 7.1 million by 2025. With an estimated 13.8 million, this will almost triple by 2050.

Around 1904, a little child called Robert Eugene Otto, sometimes known as "Gene," had a strange-looking boy doll named Robert. Robert the Doll is supposed to be haunted, aware of his surroundings, and even responsible for a number of violent catastrophes. The film Child's Play was based on Robert's storey.

Many of us prefer to eat ice cream in dishes and many of us want to eat with a crunch of a cone. But the invention of the cone was actually an accident. It was in the year 1904 World's Fair, an ice cream maker was struggling to keep up the demands and eventually ran out of the bowls to serve ice cream. And luckily his stall was just beside the waffle maker and seeing his condition the waffle maker jumped in to help him out and he began to roll his waffles into the shape of horns to serve the ice cream and this is how we got cones.

Executive Chef Richard Farnabe and Alexandre Petrossian create the most costly soufflé.Petrossian in New York, New York, USA sells it for US $2,500.

Fennel seeds are high in potassium, which controls the quantity of fluid in the circulation. It aids in the regulation of your heart rate and blood pressure. According to the published research, fennel seeds raise the level of nitrite in the saliva. Nitrite is a naturally occurring substance that regulates blood pressure.

Silk is a very adaptable material that has proven to be perfect for a wide range of applications, including rugs, prosthetic arteries, parachutes, formal wear, and sleepwear.