Scientists in Voronezh, central Russia, announced on Tuesday that a Russian cockroach named Nadezhda (Hope) had given birth to the first organisms ever conceived in space. Nadezhda was conceived during the Foton-M bio-satellite journey from September 14 to September 26.

When Thracian tribes initially settled the Bulgarian capital in 7000 BC, it began a very intriguing history. 

Originally known as Serdika, Ulpia Serdica is now the preferred name for Sofia. In honor of St. Sophia Cathedral, it was renamed Sofia in the fourteenth century.

Research shows that people with ADHD are more likely to have problems with sleep patterns, for example. Others are impulsive about their eating habits, or never use their gym memberships. Simply ensuring a healthy diet, regular exercise and 8 hours of sleep a night means better self-control and function. But keeping these routines takes special effort for people with ADHD.

We've already discussed Marvel and DC's relationship, but did you know about this fascinating crossover fact? Mjolnir can be wielded by Wonder Woman! Being able to handle Thor's renowned difficult-to-use divine weapon is a symbol of immense power and worth, a test that Diana has easily conquered in the comics. Who is taken aback?

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.

If you are invited into a Balinese person's home, you should leave some food on your plate. You may find yourself eating dinner while sitting on the floor with your hands, in which case you only use your right hand. When you're finished, it's customary to leave a small amount of food on your plate to indicate that you're finished.

One of the cutest Chihuahua facts is this. By the time they are 6 months old, their ears will begin to stand up straight. If not, it's likely that they never will. Even if they don't conform to the breed standard, they are nonetheless purebred Chihuahuas

Dog owners in Turin, Italy will be fined up to €500 if they don’t walk their pets at least three times a day, under a new law from the city’s council. Italy considers itself an animal-loving nation and in many cities, stray cats are protected by law.

To enforce the law, Turin police would rely largely on the help of tipsters spotting cruel treatment by neighbors. Turin has the most stringent animal protection rules in the country. They even ban fairgrounds from giving away goldfish in bags.

Developed in 1819 by the French army, soldiers used it to communicate at night without speaking or using candles. Fifteen-year-old French schoolboy Louis Braille learned about the code, and eventually developed the more usable, streamlined version of the braille alphabet we know today.

Ashwagandha is an evergreen bush that bears red berries. These berries resemble tomatillos or husk cherries because they are members of the Solanaceae family, sometimes known as nightshades. If you are sensitive to eggplant, tomatoes, or peppers, you may be allergic to ashwagandha as well.

Beetroot has been used to cure a wide range of medical conditions, from digestive difficulties to blood-related disorders, since the Middle Ages. It has also been used as a natural cure for garlic breath. Beetroot has been used as a traditional treatment for generations, and its medicinal effects are currently being researched.

The Netherlands could be crammed into Mongolia 37 times. It is the world's 18th most populous country (Iran is 17th).

Dr. Coates oversaw an effort in Argentina to identify cash crops that farmers in the region may profit from cultivating. He investigated a variety of plants to determine their economic viability. When he analyzed chia seeds, he discovered their amazing nutritional profile and focused his whole study to bringing chia back to a commercial level so that people all over the globe might benefit from the seeds.

These jelly-like, slimy animals are a sight to behold, pulsing through the ocean currents, and can be found in water both warm and cold, shallow and deep, and even along coastlines. The species comes in a variety of brilliant colours and is bioluminescent, which means it can generate its own light.

Any inflammatory skin condition is referred to as eczema or having dermatitis. Because it is the most prevalent type of eczema, atopic dermatitis is frequently referred to as simply "eczema." But not all cases of eczema are atopic dermatitis.

The best graphite in the nineteenth century came from China. Yellow is associated with royalty and respect in China. American manufacturers began painting their pencils yellow to convey a luxurious, high-quality vibe.

Don’t Touch Me Plant is a very sensitive plant to the touch. This kind of plant is easily recognized by its characteristic of folding up and dropping down leaves when touched.

Bronze Carriages A bronze chariot 
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. 

Under Victorian law, changing a light bulb without a valid license was against the law. Taking your light into your own hands brought a fine of 10 Australian dollars. However, a revision to the 1998 Electricity Safety Act updated this law. A spokeswoman for Energy Safe Victoria said that, “While the Electricity Safety Act makes it illegal to do your own electrical work if you are not licensed, changing a light bulb and removing a plug from a socket were specifically exempted from this requirement under Order in Council G17.”

The Story of the Kelly Gang, an Australian film, was the world's first feature-length film. IMDB has information on the cast, box office, and budget. It lasted more than an hour, and the reel length was approximately 4,000 feet. To put that into perspective, a small 5-inch reel of film can hold up to 200 feet, a 6-inch can hold 300 feet, and a 7-inch can hold 400 feet. Depending on the size of the reel, that's at least 10 reels of 7-inch film and up to 20 reels of 5-inch film.

It's okay to choose a salicylic acid-containing toner if your skin tends to be oilier. Aloe vera-based solutions work like magic to balance oil production or eliminate excess oil because it has calming characteristics and smoothens your skin as well. It helps to maintain a consistent ph balance and refines your pores.

The majority of Pune's area and surroundings are heavily urbanized, which has led to an increase in real estate costs recently. Pune has the highest per capita income in India and the narrowest gap between average incomes for rich and poor.

Every crystal you find has a mineral structure. For some, this structure corresponds to sacred geometry, regulating how the crystal functions with a specific type of energy. These structures are distinct from tetragonal, hexagonal, trigonal, triclinic, or monoclinic structures. Each of them contains core structures that have been observed to reverberate across nature and within your body. Hexagonal crystals, for example, are known to be the most powerful healers, although cubic and isometric minerals are good conductors of energy. It is better if you become more acquainted with this before purchasing some of these stones.