The American Civil War began due to tension over slavery in new territories. The Union eventually defeated the Confederacy, and Robert E. Lee surrendered at Appomattox Court House. Although the war officially ended in 1865, resistance to Union laws and violence against blacks continued during the Reconstruction Era. Appomattox, Virginia is where Robert E. Lee, […]
Armenia has the highest percentage of Christian followers, with 94% belonging to the Armenian Apostolic Church. Christianity has been a significant part of Armenia’s identity for centuries, and it was the first nation to make it a state religion. Yerevan is known as the “pink city,” and Armenia has a 100% literacy rate and includes […]
President Lyndon Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 with 75 pens, giving them away as souvenirs. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. received one and called it a cherished possession. The bill outlawed racial segregation and discrimination and was passed after the longest filibuster in Senate history. July 2, 1964 was not only a […]
Godzilla, the famous cinematic monster, was made an official citizen and tourism ambassador for Tokyo’s Shinjuku Department in 2015. At the welcoming ceremony, Godzilla was described as “the pride of Japan” and received a giant replica of his head. His residence papers noted his role in promoting entertainment and attracting visitors. Godzilla’s original roar was […]
Statistical significance determines if an experiment’s outcome is due to specific factors or chance. It’s used in medicine, psychology, and other fields. A hypothesis is proposed, data is collected and analyzed, and a number is produced that’s statistically significant if it falls below a certain percentage. The null hypothesis holds that there’s no connection between […]
Eggs have been symbols of immortality, rebirth, and new life for centuries. Christians used to anticipate eggs on Easter morning after being prohibited during Lent. Different cultures have unique ways of decorating eggs, including Ukrainian pysanky and Mexican cascarones. Chocolate eggs and jelly beans are later Easter traditions. Prehistoric graves yielded clay eggs, buried with […]
Elevated liver enzymes can be caused by various factors including diet, exercise, alcohol consumption, and disease. The significance depends on overall health and how far out of range the levels are. Common causes include muscle strain, medication, and health conditions such as obesity and high blood triglyceride levels. A detailed medical history is needed to […]
