Buddhist texts, too, should not be placed on the floor, according to Tashi Dhargyal, a Buddhist Thangka teacher and Tibetan artist. He also advises consumers to avoid products with images of Buddha on their packaging because the only suitable method to dispose of an image of a Buddha is to burn it or throw it into a body of water. "It's not just impolite, but it can also bring terrible karma," he argues. Finally, if you want a Buddhist sign tattooed on your body, get it at heart level or higher because lower on the body is considered disrespectful.

When there is too much snow for cities to handle, it is usually hauled away to parking lots or other wide-open spaces where it can sit until the weather warms up. Cities are sometimes forced to dump snow in the ocean during particularly snowy seasons, only to be chastised by environmental activists. Snow melters, which use hot water to melt 30 to 50 tonnes of snow per hour, are used in some cities. This method is quick but expensive—a single machine can cost $200,000 and consume 60 gallons of fuel in an hour.

Queen Victoria ruled for 63 years, and up until September 2015, was the longest reigning British monarch. The current monarch, Queen Elizabeth II—celebrating her Platinum Jubilee of 70 years on the throne—now holds the title.

The first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, started building the Terracotta Army in 246 BC, shortly after assuming the throne at the age of 13. 
 

Do you throw out old teabags, loose tea leaves, or coffee grounds? Don't be so quick to discard them—there are other eco-friendly uses for them! Tea leaves that have been used and drained can be composted, and dried teabags can be used as air fresheners or deodorizers. Add a drop or two of your favourite essential oil if desired. Coffee grounds, for example, can be repurposed to create a coffee scrub (for the hair or face) or natural dye for paper. They can also be used as fertiliser or compost. That's pretty cool, isn't it?

Did you know? Insects are the only invertebrates with wings.

That's five times faster than the average airplane, which travels at 575 miles per hour!

Though toothbrushes have spent ages changing from natural to synthetic materials, contemporary toothbrush trends are actually returning the humble toothbrush to its roots. Natural and ecologically friendly alternatives to plastics are becoming more popular as people get more knowledge about health, plastic, and the environment. With increased conservation efforts, public demand for environmentally friendly products and alternatives is increasing.

Dogs that are moderately active and well-behaved are ideal for senior persons. Indian pariah dogs make wonderful companions thanks to their outgoing personalities and independent way of life.

One of the most intriguing mysteries regarding Stonehenge is how the massive stone arrived from such a long distance away. A typical saddens tone weighs 25 tonnes, whereas bluestones are approximately 2 and 5 tonnes. There are several ideas as to how these stones came to Stonehenge, including the theory that glaciers transported the bluestones across. The most plausible idea is that they were hauled over land by humans utilizing a network of canals.

Pigeons can find their way home from 1,300 miles away, believe it or not! Furthermore, they have demonstrated that they can do so after being relocated in full isolation to a region they had never been to before. The cages were even rotated during shipment to keep the birds guessing which way they were going. Scientists aren't sure how pigeons manage to find their way back when there are no visual, olfactory, or magnetic cues to help them. They now believe that pigeons have compasses and map mechanisms that aid in navigation. While the mapping mechanism is unknown, the compass mechanism is most likely based on the location of the sun.

There are between 32 and 45 different species of rattlesnakes known to science, and Arizona is home to many of them. 
This includes the sidewinder rattlesnake, which is renowned for its horns and side-winding movements, as well as the western diamond-backed rattlesnake, which is the largest rattlesnake in the West. Four species are under special protection in Arizona, according to the Arizona Game and Fish Department: the massasauga rattlesnake, the twin-spotted rattlesnake, the ridge-nosed rattlesnake, and the rock rattlesnake.

Documents signed by haunted souls in purgatory are displayed at the Museo delle Anime del Purgatorio. The Museo delle Anime del Purgatorio, also known as the Museum of the Souls of Purgatory, is a small museum located in Rome, Italy. They have a collection of documents and photos with handprints on them that they claim are from the dead or souls trapped in Purgatory.

In 1968, motion pictures were rated for the first time using a family-oriented rating system. The new guidelines were introduced by Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) chairman Jack Valenti in place of the infamous Hays Code.

Limes float, but lemons sink. Because limes are denser than lemons, they sink to the bottom of a glass, whereas lemons float on top. This is the one that has been in front of our faces (or rather, in our glasses) the entire time! Check out these other things to ponder that you probably never considered before.

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.

Football is supposed to be a tremendously demanding sport, both emotionally and physically, and aside from goalkeepers, no one has a long professional career. However, some players demolish these assertions with their calibre. Kazuyoshi Miura is a 53-year-old Japanese footballer who plays for Yokohama FC in the Forward position (or the attacking position). Not only that, but he has been playing for the last 34 years, which is the typical age at which players declare their retirement.

If you order from Starbucks regularly, you know that there are three cup size options: tall, grande, and venti. But what you might not realize is that there are two other sizes as well. First is an 8-ounce "short" cup, which is what the kid's hot chocolate is served in. You can ask for it for anything, though. Then there's the Trenta, which holds 31 ounces and is only for iced drinks.

The waters surrounding Malta and Gozo are a stunning combination of blue and green. The most popular site on the Maltese islands is the Blue Lagoon on Comino Island.

Rattlesnakes have vertical pupils in their eyes like cats, unlike grass snakes. According to studies, the slit pupils of rattlesnakes aid in their ability to perceive depth, which helps them ambush their prey. According to 2015 research, species like rattlesnakes that have vertically extended pupils are more likely to be ambush predators who prey both during the day and at night.

These magnificent reptiles have been known to travel entire oceans in quest of food! They usually nest on tropical and subtropical beaches, and certain Leatherbacks (a type of sea turtle) can endure extremely cold temperatures (as low as 30 F).

Healthy levels of the vitamins C, A, and K as well as manganese are present in this green. Including 1.5 cups of leafy green vegetables in your diet, each day may help reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. 

Even though we all already know this, it's still important to mention. Lack of sleep can stress your skin, which can result in unwelcome breakouts and a dull complexion. Allow your body to use the time to regenerate and recover from your day by allowing it to get the rest it needs.

According to research, humans have a "satiation point" in terms of wealth when happiness peaks, and earning more would not make you happier. Various studies have indicated varying sums (one 2010 research suggested $75,000, while a 2018 poll suggested $105,000), but the conclusion is the same: Constantly pushing for more, more, more won't necessarily help you.