The Godfather 50th Anniversary: Revisiting the Classic Film

 Posted on August 24, 2024  |  8 minutes  |  1502 words  |  Kelle Repass

The Godfather is a movie about organized crime, focusing on one dynasty in particular. But it’s most specifically a movie about fathers and sons, which may be the quality that gives it such enduring power. Its violence is vigorous and brutal; in adapting Mario Puzo’s novel, Francis Ford Coppola gives us a portrait of domineering masculinity in overdrive. But there’s a strange tenderness at work in it too, all radiating from and toward Marlon Brando’s crime boss Don Vito Corleone. [Read More]

There Were No Camels During Time of Biblical Patriarchs, Study Says

 Posted on August 24, 2024  |  5 minutes  |  883 words  |  Billy Koelling

Once upon a time, Abraham owned a camel. According to the Book of Genesis, he probably owned lots of camels. The Bible says that Abraham, along with other patriarchs of Judaism and Christianity, used domesticated camels — as well as donkeys, sheep, oxen and slaves — in his various travels and trade agreements. Or did he? Last week, archaeologists Erez Ben-Yosef and Lidar Sapir-Hen of Tel Aviv University released a new study that dates the arrival of the domesticated camel in the eastern Mediterranean region to the 10th century B. [Read More]

There's Now a Nasal Spray for Dangerous Allergic Reactions

 Posted on August 24, 2024  |  4 minutes  |  671 words  |  Tandra Barner

U.S. health officials on Friday approved a nasal spray to treat severe allergic reactions, the first needle-free alternative to shots like EpiPen. The Food and Drug Administration said it approved the spray from drugmaker ARS Pharmaceuticals Inc. as an emergency treatment for adults and older children experiencing life-threatening allergic reactions known as anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis occurs when the body's immune system develops a sudden, unexpected reaction to a foreign substance, such as food, insect stings or medications. [Read More]

Thriller with Raz Adeoti, Ireti Doyle 'Son of the Soil' wraps up production

 Posted on August 24, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  244 words  |  Billy Koelling

The film features British-Nigerian actor Raz Adoti as the lead actor, as well as Ireti Doyle and Damilola Ogunsi. In a statement to Deadline, Cheung said, “This is my first experience of working in Nigeria and I am excited to be working with such an incredible cast and crew. The dynamic landscapes and rich culture provide the perfect backdrop for the film. Amidst the adrenaline-fueled action, audiences will find themselves immersed in a journey that not only entertains but also celebrates the beauty and diversity of Nigeria. [Read More]

Why eggs explode when put in the microwave

 Posted on August 24, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  339 words  |  Patria Henriques

Here's an easy-to-understand guide, on what causes this explosion and how you can safely enjoy your eggs without any unexpected surprises. Why eggs explode when put in the microwave ADVERTISEMENT The Science Behind the Explosion When you cook an egg in the microwave, something more than just heating happens. The microwave's energy heats the water inside the egg. However, because the shell is hard and doesn't allow the expanding water vapor to escape easily, pressure builds up inside the egg. [Read More]

World's most expensive chicken costs $2,500

 Posted on August 24, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  31 words  |  Martina Birk

Florida-based breeder Paul Bradshaw started selling them for $2,500 (£1,700) each in 2013.

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Young Jonn drops music video for hit single 'Xtra Cool'

 Posted on August 24, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  70 words  |  Patria Henriques

Song Title: Xtra Cool Genre: Afropop Date of Release: October 17th, 2022 ADVERTISEMENT Video Director: Bruno Marin Length: 2 minutes 36 seconds Label: Chocolate City Limited Details/Takeaway: In the video, Young Jonn pairs up with his beautiful love interest who he serenades in a beach house overlooking the ambience of a body of water before they took for the streets and spending the day cozying up to each other. [Read More]

'Anatomy of a Fall' Is an Elegantly Constructed Thriller

 Posted on August 23, 2024  |  5 minutes  |  943 words  |  Martina Birk

Women often learn to get along in the world by smiling. It’s what you do to put someone else at ease, to let them know you’re not a threat. Whether it’s a subconscious habit or a choice, so many of us do it that it’s no wonder men often—infuriatingly—expect us to supply one on command. But there’s a type of woman who doesn’t move through the world this way. Her smile is so rare, reserved only for occasions of her choosing, that you can’t always tell what she’s thinking. [Read More]

10 Memorable Movie Breakfast Scenes

 Posted on August 23, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  236 words  |  Patria Henriques

Mondadori Portfolio / Getty ImagesDirector: Blake Edwards Year Released: 1961 Studio: Paramount Cast: Audrey Hepburn, George Peppard, Patricia Neal Get This MovieOf course, they don’t actually serve breakfast at Tiffany’s. Audrey Hepburn’s Holly Golightly is forced to bring her own—a Danish and coffee, eaten out of a paper bag—while she gazes longingly in the jeweler’s window at a world of luxury and wealth that seem so close but forever out of reach. [Read More]

5 natural products you can use to slowly get rid of stretch marks

 Posted on August 23, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  513 words  |  Billy Koelling

These marks form when your skin stretches beyond its normal capacity, causing the underlying collagen and elastin fibres to break and tear. As a result, the skin's dermal layer becomes thinner, leading to the appearance of these marks. Common causes of stretch marks include rapid growth during puberty, pregnancy, weight gain, and even certain medical conditions. Why natural remedies? ADVERTISEMENT Although stretch marks are completely normal and harmless, there's still the desire to fade them if they affect your self-confidence. [Read More]