This is an unfortunate fact because many of us have been told the opposite and have tried to cut it far too frequently. However, it is important to remember that split ends prevent our hair from growing, which means that we must cut them as soon as they appear.

Some of the most futuristic items in the Star Wars films were made from strange materials. Like Luke Skywalker's lightsaber, which was actually the handle of an old camera flash, or the medical droid's mouthpiece in Empire Strikes Back, which was simply an old-school microphone. But our favorite piece of prop deception comes from Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. You probably didn't think twice about the communicators used by Qui-Gon Jinn (Liam Neeson) and Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor). However, if you did, you may have noticed that they are designed just like a Gillette razor.

Apart from the fact that several notable Christian sites (such as the Hagia Sophia) are located in Turkey, one of the religion's oldest churches is located in modern-day Antakya. The Crusaders later built a gorgeous stone façade on a cave in Antioch, believed to have been dug by the Apostle Peter himself as the very first Christian church.

Numerous serum-based topical niacinamide solutions are available. Consider serums as additional treatments that go beyond routine washing, toning, and moisturizing to target specific skin issues. You should apply your niacinamide serum after toning but before moisturizing. Niacinamide is also present in certain lotions and cleansers. Some facial masks with this component are also used, however, they must be rinsed off after each application.

In the late 1980s Batman storey, A Death in the Family, the Joker placed the whole free world in jeopardy. The Joker played the role of the Iranian Ambassador to the United Nations in the novel. Ayatollah Khomeini, the Iranian leader, appointed him to the role. Batman couldn't approach him since his diplomatic immunity shielded him from being imprisoned for any of the crimes he committed. His tenure, however, was brief. After bemoaning in his address that both he and the Iranians are "treated with disdain by the rest of the world," he disclosed his actual intention - to poison everyone in the General Assembly – not long after.

These antibiotic compounds are also specifically designed to destroy invasive organisms. A new, more potent antibiotic molecule will be produced by the probiotics if the pathogens develop resistance to the first one.

The Menai Bridge in Anglesey was the world's first suspension bridge built to carry heavy traffic. The bridge, designed by Thomas Telford, was dedicated on January 30, 1826. It was also the longest bridge in the world at the time, measuring 386 metres (1,265 ft).

During the Crisis on Infinite Earths story arc, Barry manages to transform himself into pure energy by running super fast, breaking all limitations, and striking his past self with the bolt that awakens his body to the Speed Force. Barry, talk about shaping your own fate.

The part of the eye that limits the amount of light that reaches the retina is called the iris. The iris shrinks and lets in less light while it's bright outside, and the opposite is true at night.

If you have done everything your doctor advised and you are still having breathing problems, you should leave your suffering at home. The more information you can give your healthcare professional, the better, so be sure to keep track of when and where you are experiencing these challenges.

The fight against air pollution must include tax breaks for cars with low and zero emissions. Massive investments in environmentally friendly public transportation and better-integrated walking and cycling routes are also necessary to encourage people to abandon their cars altogether.

Anaximenes was the third Milesian amongst the Greek philosophers before Socrates. He was a student of Anaximander and was also a monist. Where Thales saw water and Anaximander the Apeiron, Anaximenes saw air, which he thought was the arche (beginning) of all things.

Pune was known as the "Pensioner's Paradise" because of its great environment, which attracted many officers and members of the armed forces to retire there. One of the areas in the city that was constructed to house retirees was Salunke Vihar.

This fun fact about the Netherlands dates back to the 16h century when the Dutch invented gin (jenever) and introduced it to the British. It became popular in Great Britain after William of Orange (King William III) held the English, Irish and Scottish thrones. Ever wondered where the term ‘Dutch courage’ comes from? It’s said to originate from when the Brits and Dutch drank gin during the Thirty Years’ War from 1618 to 1648.

There are 22 recognized languages, with Hindi and English serving as the official languages. Other widely spoken languages include Bengali (the second most spoken language), Telugu, Tamil, Urdu, and Punjabi. There are up to 19,500 recognized languages and dialects in the nation. With 310 million native speakers (4.5 percent of the world's population), Hindi is the fourth most spoken language in the world. Bengali is the world's seventh most spoken language, and Punjabi is the world's tenth most spoken language.

The Incas were skilled engineers who were able to construct the complete fortress of Machu Picchu without the use of cement. Instead, they adopted a method known as ashlar, which involves carefully cutting stones such that they lay on top of one another with no gap between them. You couldn't even get a sheet of paper through the stones!

The Sun sets directly at the end of many of New York City's major streets twice a year because the city is built on a grid that is rotated 29 degrees clockwise from true east-west. This results in a stunning sunset, with the Sun nestled in between the rows of buildings and slightly above the horizon.

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.

The paralysis of voluntary muscles is characteristic of REM sleep. REM atonia is a condition that prevents you from acting out your dreams while you are sleeping. Simply put, your body does not move because your motor neurons are not stimulated. While the sensation can be frightening, experts say it's perfectly normal and should only last a few minutes before normal muscle control returns.

Is anyone familiar with British expressions like "excellent" innings? How many innings does he have? Cricket was the inspiration behind it. The expression refers to someone who made a decent attempt or lasted a long time, as a result of cricket's "innings," which allow the player to achieve a large number of runs. Remember the origins of cricket the next time someone uses the phrase "good innings"!

Cataracts that are left untreated will eventually get worse. Your vision will decline, making it risky to drive and do daily activities. The harsh reality of untreated cataracts is that they can eventually result in partial or even total blindness.

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More than 8,000 soldiers, 130 chariots, and 670 horses have been uncovered since the discovery of the Terracotta Army. 
In more recent pits, some birds, including waterfowl, cranes, and ducks, as well as terracotta musicians, acrobats, and concubines, have also been discovered. Emperor Qin is thought to have desired the same lavish services and treatment for his afterlife. 

Only around 50% of PCOS patients are obese. Thin PCOS patients do have other features of PCOS like excess facial hair, irregular menstrual cycles, and anovulation. On ultrasound, there will be a polycystic pattern (multiple cysts) in the ovaries.