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Sciences > Zoology Evolution of the polar bear: 5 of 7
Polar bears as with all bears alive today evolved from the Ursavus who inhabited Asia 22 million years ago, and was the ancestor of all bears. Polar bears began evolving from brown or grizzly bears about 300,000 yrs ago. Evolution of Polar Bear can easily be traced by the fossil transitions, which confirms our knowledge of d... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts Autumn craft ideas for kids: 12 of 16
With trees changing color and shedding their leaves, autumn is a wonderful time for kids to learn about nature by creating autumn arts and crafts. Fallen leaves, twigs, and pinecones can offer hours of craft enjoyment while teaching children about the wonder of the outdoors. Here are some fall crafts that you and your child ... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues Website reviews: Peta.org: 3 of 4
Peta.org is not an easy website to view. Regardless of how well laid out and user friendly it is, the subject matter is likely to initially repel the casual surfer and hardened browser alike. PETA or People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals announces itself as "Fighting Animal Abuse Worldwide" and yes, the site's message ... More..
Travel > Mexico A visitor's guide to Chichen Itza, Mexico: 3 of 4
Chichen Itza, Mexico, which translates to "at the mouth of the well of the Itza" is one of the most important and impressive archaeological areas of the world, built by the Maya civilization. Chichen Itza is an ideal destination, not only for those who enjoy archeology, but also for those who like history and the allure of a... More..
Sports & Recreation > Outdoors & Sportsman (Other) The appeal of birdwatching: 17 of 22
Birdwatching is the observation and study of birds with the naked eye, or usually through a visual enhancement device such as binoculars or a telescope. Birdwatching is great for helping you to identify the birds and understand what they are doing. Birdwatching is a hobby which spread widely in the 1930s with the development... More..
Style & Beauty > Hand & Foot Care Tips for stronger nails: 11 of 14
Compared to the face, your hands have thinner skin and yet they are constantly exposed to water, household cleaners and the elements with little protection. All of this adds up to accelerated ageing and damage to your hands and nails. Get into the habit of wearing rubber gloves for washing-up, cleaning and any dirty jobs. Ha... More..
Sports & Recreation > Scuba Diving How to get your scuba diving certification: 4 of 5
Scuba Diving is an exciting activity in which everyone with a reasonable degree of fitness can participate. People with mobility problems may benefit from scuba diving as the buoyancy provided by the water makes it easier to move in the water. The great thing about Scuba diving is that every dive will be a different and exci... More..
Hobbies & Games > Board Games Game reviews: Scene It?: 4 of 5
Scene It is an interactive board game with dvd movie trivia questions and clips. As a game the original Scene It edition is like a combination of Monopoly and Trivial Pursuit with the dvd element thrown in. The original is great for adults and teenagers but is likely to leave younger members of the family mystified. Based on... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues The case against fox hunting traditions in the UK: 13 of 16
The Case Against Fox Hunting Traditions in the UK There are few more splendid sights, or more reminiscent of Olde England, than that of a group of men and women in red coats, riding to hounds. However, the majority of the population of the UK would prefer the sight without the consequences of a fox hunt. I remember, as a chi... More..
Arts & Humanities > William Shakespeare Play reviews: Macbeth, by William Shakespeare: 14 of 17
Macbeth is supposedly always known to actors and theatre goers as "The Scottish Play" because of the bad luck rumoured to surround speaking the name aloud. A large mythology has built up surrounding this superstition, with many stories of accidents, misfortune and even death, all mysteriously taking place during runs of Macb... More..