Achrekar tutored Sachin at Shivaji Park in the mornings and evenings throughout his childhood. Tendulkar would spend hours practicing in the nets. If Achrekar became tired, he would place a one-rupee coin on top of the stumps, and the bowler who dismissed Tendulkar would receive it.

 

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.

Spain, or the Kingdom of Spain, as it is officially known, is the second-largest country in the European Union, after France. If you add the Canary Islands and the Spanish territory along the North African coast, it totals roughly 506,000 square kilometres.

Mosquitoes are one of the most dangerous animals on the planet, yet their optimal life span may surprise you. The average lifespan is a little less than two months: a male mosquito normally survives for three to five days after mating, whereas a female mosquito can live for a month or two under optimal conditions. Females lay eggs every three weeks at the period.

We are always told that chocolate causes tooth decay, but it actually prevents tooth decay. The antibacterial agents in the cocoa beans inhibit the growth of the cavity-causing bacteria in the mouth and prevent tooth decay. But yes! This doesn't give you the right to eat chocolates daily

The largest book market in the world, College Street is a bibliophile's paradise. People from all over the world swarm here like bees to browse the enormous selection of books available, which range from common textbooks to rare archives, brand-new volumes to antiques.

Your vitamin D levels must be within the recommended range to ensure healthy health. Adults require 20 to 30 nanograms (ng) per milliliter (ng/mL) of vitamin D in their blood, according to the NIH. Even though a test is required to determine whether your levels are in that range, doing so is not required unless you have a condition like osteoporosis, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

Vatican City is most likely the only country on the planet without a prison. The country does have a few pre-trial detention facilities. According to the Lateran Treaty, those convicted and sentenced to jail serve their time in Italian prisons. The Vatican government pays for the costs of incarceration.

Eczema is not a contagious condition, despite how unpleasant it may appear when it flares up. Both of you and the other person cannot contract eczema from the other.

Hermione Granger was widely regarded as one of the most brilliant witches of her generation, but when she is reintroduced to fans during the post-Battle of Hogwarts time jump in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, she appears to be leading a very normal existence. Of all, there's nothing wrong with it, but she looked destined for more. In the years thereafter, Hermione has fulfilled her promise, rising through the ranks of the Wizarding World's governing body to become Minister of Magic in 2019, succeeding her predecessor, Kingsley Shackelbolt.

Iguanas have excellent vision and can distinguish between hues and ultraviolet light. They also have a unique photosensitive organ called the pineal gland, or parietal eye, on top of their skulls. This enables them to see in dim light, making them great night hunters.

Your carpet, curtains, bed, and upholstered furniture's inner layers are a dust mite's paradise. Dust, or should I say your dead skin, tends to gather there. Be not ashamed; it is nearly impossible to completely eradicate dust mites from most homes. According to a study published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, at least one bed in about 80% of American homes had detectable levels of dust mites.

While the turkey is now America's favorite portion of the Thanksgiving dinner, these large birds were proclaimed as vehicles of the gods by the Mayan people around 300 B.C. and were venerated as such, so much so that they were tamed to play roles in religious ceremonies. They were power and prestige emblems that may be found throughout Maya iconography and archaeology.

PCOS patients have insulin resistance and are at increased risk of developing Diabetes mellitus. However, the actual cause and the effect are still not known. 

Following Webster's death in 1843, George and Charles Merriam purchased the rights to revise An American Dictionary of the English Language, Corrected and Enlarged. In Springfield, Massachusetts, the two brothers printed and sold books, and their intellectual property purchase paid off. Merriams published the first revised Webster dictionary for six dollars in the fall of 1847. The book was a success, and the G. & C. Merriam Co. was renamed Merriam-Webster, Inc. in 1982. Merriam-Webster still publishes popular print and electronic dictionaries.

In 1935, humans introduced the cane toad to Australia to help eradicate the cane beetles that were eating all of the sugar cane crops. The plan backfired. Cane toads increased in numbers and territory, killing predators and depleting food sources for native species.

The Artist' may lead the film pack this year, with 12 Academy Award nods, but the most nominated movies of all time garnered a whopping 14 nominations. First up was the black and white film All About Eve in 1950. 50 years later, Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio's doomed love story 'Titanic' sank all competition.

Ashwagandha has been utilised in Ayurvedic medicine for about 3000 years. Isn't that a really lengthy amount of time? According to claims, it was used to treat a variety of health problems and diseases, including stress, insomnia, arthritis, snake bites, constipation and other gastrointestinal difficulties, fever, memory loss, and infertility. It's a diuretic, an aphrodisiac, and a Rasayana - a treatment that boosts vigour and health. It is still used to relieve tension in India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan.

The Thai love and rever their King, and it's especially hard to miss this fact in Bangkok. Posters and pictures of the royal family adorn many public walls in the city, and the King's anthem is played before every cultural performance, play, or movie screening in cinemas. There are strict laws regarding this as well: It is illegal to not stand up while the anthem plays or laugh at his picture or make fun of him as well. 

 

They specifically eat dust-borne human skin cells. (They are less concerned with the dust's inclusion of dirt, soot, and pollen.) According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, you shed 1.5 grammes of skin each day (AAFA). Although it may not seem like much, that will feed a million dust mites. Yes, you read that correctly. Dust mites number one million.

Maxwell Lappe, a dentist, invented Nu Nails, an artificial nail designed specifically for nail biters, in 1934. Dentists must be obsessed with nail care, because dentist Fred Slack invented the first modern acrylic nails.

Russia’s Ekaterina Lisina has legs that measure 132.8 cm (4 ft 4.2 in) and 132.2 cm (4 ft 4 in) for the left and right leg respectively, take from the heel to the top of the hip. That’s more than twice the height of the world’s Shortest woman ever.

Many marching bands use sousaphones instead of traditional tubas because they are easier to walk with. The sousaphone got its name from the famous march composer John Philip Sousa, who made several requests and suggestions for its design

No, flamingos lack mammary glands, but they are nonetheless capable of producing a specific type of "milk" from their upper digestive systems. To feed their offspring, male and female flamingos both make crop milk. Red and white blood cells, protein, and fat are all components of this mixture.

Yes, Werther's Originals are German butterscotch hard candies created in Berlin. The candy brand is named after the Westphalian town of Werther, where the firm was founded in 1903. Since 1969, the candy has been offered under the brand name Werthers Echte.