We are the world's second-largest silk producer (after China) and third-largest cotton grower. With such a rich history and abundance, it's only natural that the majority of our clothing incorporates these materials.

Mirrors first appeared in ancient times, when people would simply use a pool of dark water or a dark container filled with water. This only changed around 6000 BC, when polished glass was introduced.

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.

Some myths even claim that Goddess Durga visited her birthplace on Earth along with her children Lakshmi, Ganesha, Kartik, and Saraswati to stay for a while. She went back to her husband Lord Shiva on Dussehra day.

There are three of them: English, Maltese, and Maltese Sign Language. However, Italian is commonly spoken among Maltese residents. Maltese is said to sound like a blend between Italian and Arabic.

A flounder is a fish of the families Achiropsettidae, Pleuronectidae, Paralichthyidae, and Bothidae. Flounders are born with eyes on both sides of their heads, but as they get older, one eye migrates to the other side of the body. This gives them a flattened look, which aids in their concealment on the sea floor. Flounders are found in both fresh and salt water habitats and can grow to be more than three feet long.

Numerous food sources can set off a headache, however, there are three normal guilty parties. One is food that contains nitrates, including wieners and lunch meats. Tyramine in matured cheddar, smoked fish, and soy items might be to be faulted. What's more, monosodium glutamate (MSG), a flavor enhancer in stocks, soups, and quick food sources, is likewise a trigger. Keeping away from these may assist you with forestalling assaults.

Although no one knows where tulips originated, it is evident that the Ottomans adored the flower and helped it spread throughout Europe. According to legend, the flower was introduced to Holland in the 16th century by a Flemish diplomat who visited Süleyman the Magnificent.

It has been shown that drinking two to four cups of coffee every day reduces the risk of suicide by 50%. Non-coffee drinkers had a greater number of attempted suicides than coffee drinkers.

Eileen Kramer is 100 years old and one of the oldest senior citizens who still dances. She also works as a choreographer. She was born in Australia in 1914 and had only been involved in dance for 24 years. She travelled the world her entire life, returning to Australia only once in 99 years. Surprisingly, at the age of 104, Eileen is still performing on stage, giving the audience a beautiful spectacle.

It is known that these insects live in a variety of locations throughout the world. Most of South America, including Costa Rica and Peru, as well as New Zealand, Australia, and much of the continent of Mymaridae are where they can be found most frequently.

Eggshells have a porous structure. That is, they allow air to pass through. As eggs age, they absorb air and form an air pocket. In general, you can test the freshness of an egg by placing it in a cup of water. If the egg floats, it means it is old and has a large air pocket, and you should avoid eating it. If the egg remains on the bottom, it is usually safe to eat. You can smell an egg before eating it to ensure that it is fresh. If it smells sour, you should avoid it.

If you notice yourself becoming more upbeat during the warmer months, you are not alone. For a 2011 study published in the journal Science, researchers examined the tweets of 2.4 million people from around the world over a two-year period. They discovered that when the change in daylight was positive (i.e., as the summer solstice approached), users tweeted considerably happier tweets than when the change in daylight was negative (i.e., as the winter solstice approached).

That's correct! There are several species of this bird, including the black-winged kite, black-shouldered kite, white-tailed kite, and letter-winged kite. These birds are said to be known for their graceful gliding in flight.

Other minerals can be combined with soda ash, lime, and sand to produce glass of various colours. For instance, violet glass is created when nickel oxide is added to the mixture.

Though this is conceivable in the game world, it is hard to recreate in real life. There are only roughly one billion registered automobiles worldwide, and blowing them up and replacing them five times would take forever.

Fat content: Butter chicken dishes frequently contain a lot of fat because cream and butter are used in them. Similar to calories, the amount of fat can differ based on the ingredients used. The dish yields around 12 grams of saturated fat and 28 grammes of total fat per serving. There are no hazards if the daily consumption of saturated fat is less than 22 grammes, thus this is not a cause for concern.

Switzerland has multiple mountains that rise above 3,000 meters. The Chamonix-Zermatt Haute Route, a 12-day traditional Alpine climb that takes you directly to the well-known Matterhorn, is a stunning experience for fit hikers. Switzerland has 48 peaks higher than 4000 meters, more than any other country in Europe.

Buying an original work of Inuit art delight many tourists that travel to Greenland. A tiny statue known as a tupilak is the most accessible specimen of this art. The tupilaks were previously carved from bone and were thought to be a significant piece of witchcraft that could murder one of the artist's adversaries, according to Inuit tradition. Some Inuit carvers have been successful in crafting monstrous tupilaks from wood, narwhal tusks, or reindeer horns in modern times. Tupilaks are available for purchase at gift shops and are no longer connected to witchcraft.

With 12 Academy Award nominations, "The Artist" may lead the pack of movies this year, but the films with the most nominations overall received an astounding 14 nominations. All About Eve, a 1950 black and white movie, came first. 50 years later, "Titanic," the tragic love story starring Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio, defeated all rivals.

It was used for the execution of captives, including as Christians and Jews, as part of the Roman Triumph, as well as chariot racing. Historians estimate that the Circus Maximum could house 150,000 - 250,000 people at any given time. This implies it might house more spectators than North Korea's Rungrado May Day Stadium, the world's largest capacity stadium, which can hold around 114,000 people.

Minerva McGonagal was Hogwarts' Deputy Headmistress and Transfiguration lecturer for almost 40 years. During Harry's Hogwarts years, Professor McGonagall also served as the House Gryffindor Head. After the Killing Curse occurred, she expelled Snape from Hogwarts and stepped forward to fill Dumbledore's shoes.