Civet is an animal whose anal secretions are used in perfumes. Why would anyone do that, you ask? Well, the initially pungent and repulsive smell, when used in small amounts, has a warm floral character when used in smaller amounts. If you don’t believe that something like this can smell nice, you should know that Chanel, Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Givenchy have all used this note in popular perfumes like Coco, Chanel No.5, Diorissimo, Kouros, Gentleman, and more.

Why are chia seeds so well-liked right now? One important factor might be their status as nutritional powerhouses: Chia seeds have a caloric content of 69 calories per tablespoon (tbsp).

Asparagus, which has a sweet-earthy flavor, is a good source of folate. This B vitamin may be an ally in the fight against high blood pressure, according to research.

The Mona Lisa, arguably one of the most famous paintings in the world, is regarded as an Italian Renaissance masterpiece. The painting, widely assumed to be that of Italian noblewoman Lisa Gherardini, is thought to have been created between 1503 and 1506 and possibly as late as 1517. With an insurance valuation of more than $870 million, it is one of the most valuable paintings in the world.

So, sort of. During the Great Depression, a local, trusted banker in Quincy, Florida, advised anybody who would listen to buy in Coca-Cola stocks, which were then selling for $19 per share. Many people took his advise, and when the company's stock rose as he predicted, more people followed. Soon, at least 67 people (in a community of less than 7,000) had become "Coca-Cola billionaires," making Quincy the richest town in the United States per capita.

Tulsi leaf extract has been demonstrated to reduce blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes patients.

You can leave him a voicemail message in the hopes that he will be interested in the idea and will contact you. Some argue that Bill Murray missed out on wonderful jobs because he didn't have an agent, but it's trivia like this that sets Murray apart from other actors in his league. This number is not available on the internet. We attempted.

The title can only be bestowed upon the eldest son of a British sovereign (king or queen), i.e. the United Kingdom's direct successor to the throne. When Prince Charles was 10 years old, he was bestowed with this title. Since King Edward I bestowed the title on his own son, he is the 21st Prince of Wales.

If you visit northern Norway in the summer, you may take advantage of the midnight sun. Admire the night scenery in the setting sun, with extra daylight for outdoor activities and living like a native. In the northern city of Troms, for example, the sun only sets for 3-5 hours each night between May and July. In June, closer to the summer solstice, the sun never sets.

In Tunisia, Islam is a major religion. The majority of residents are Sunni Muslims, with minority of Christianity and Judaism. It is easy to observe how Islam has made a presence in Tunisia. One of the most obvious features is a call to prayer that may be heard five times a day: at dawn, lunchtime, mid-afternoon, sunset, and evening. In Tunisia, there are around 5000 mosques. The way people dress differs greatly depending on where you are. It is normal to see more western style attire in tourist locations, however in traditional places such as southern Tunisia and smaller villages, a more respectable form of dressed is recommended.

The Christ the Redeemer statue defies the adage that lightning never strikes twice. The statue is struck by lightning several times a year, necessitating ongoing repairs. A violent storm in 2014 broke off a piece of the Christ's thumb and wounded his skull.

Buddhist texts, too, should not be placed on the floor, according to Tashi Dhargyal, a Buddhist Thangka teacher and Tibetan artist. He also advises consumers to avoid products with images of Buddha on their packaging because the only suitable method to dispose of an image of a Buddha is to burn it or throw it into a body of water. "It's not just impolite, but it can also bring terrible karma," he argues. Finally, if you want a Buddhist sign tattooed on your body, get it at heart level or higher because lower on the body is considered disrespectful.

When writing about the braille code, the name should be lowercase, according to the Braille Authority of North America. When referring to the proper name of Louis Braille, capitalize it. 

Ashwagandha has been utilised in Ayurvedic medicine for about 3000 years. Isn't that a really lengthy amount of time? According to claims, it was used to treat a variety of health problems and diseases, including stress, insomnia, arthritis, snake bites, constipation and other gastrointestinal difficulties, fever, memory loss, and infertility. It's a diuretic, an aphrodisiac, and a Rasayana - a treatment that boosts vigour and health. It is still used to relieve tension in India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan.

The Taj Mahal is almost perfectly symmetrical, in keeping with Persian and Islamic architectural principles. The minarets (towers), walls, rooms, and even gardens are all symmetrical. The Taj Mahal, one of the world's most perfectly symmetrical structures, is known for its white beauty and sheen. The placement of Shah Jahan's cenotaph — and his grave — are possibly the only elements of the Taj that do not adhere to perfect geometric proportions and symmetrical precision.

This fun fact about the Netherlands may entice beer-lovers to visit – they have the largest pub in all of Europe. 

The Drie Gezusters (Three Sisters) pub in Groningen holds the title of the biggest pub on the continent and is a national heritage site. We hope it’s also got the most bathrooms of all the pubs in Europe!

 

The energy in the sound wave spreads from the source in a succession of pulses from air molecule to air molecule. When a series of sound wave pulses crush, this is referred to as compression, and when they spread out, this is referred to as rarefaction. Sound waves travel through the air by compressing and rarefying it.

Another fun fact about Spain is that it has 44 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Only Italy and China have more. Probably the most famous UNESCO World Heritage Site is the Sagrada Familia cathedral in Barcelona. This building was begun to build in 1882 and is believed to be finished in 2026.

Throughout their lives, clownfish experience what it's like to be each gender. They are all born male, but some of them mature into girls (a process known as sequential hermaphroditism). Both are born with both male and female parts, and some males become alpha females if alpha females die.

Yes, you read that correctly. According to Sveaskog, forests cover around 57% of Sweden. That equates to 23 million hectares or roughly the size of the United Kingdom. The Swedish Forestry Act governs forest management in terms of both production and the environment. The Act, among other things, says that there is a responsibility to reestablish forest after it has been felled.

Also known as the corpse flower, Amorphophallus titanium or titan arum releases an extremely foul odor comparable to that of rotten flesh, which can be smelled 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

The legend of the Chupacabra began in Puerto Rico in 1995 after a series of attacks on livestock occurred. The animals appeared to be drained of blood with puncture wounds around the neck, but the deaths were never explained. Though the description of the creature varies, it’s said to have a forked tongue, large eyes, and alien-like quills. The tale of the Chupacabra eventually spread to other parts of Latin America and even to the United States. It is still widely believed to be true.

Maj. Gen. Tewari, a senior war veteran who spent over 7 months as a prisoner of war in Tibet, wrote: "In Kameng Frontier Division (Tawang) alone, they had numerous local individuals on their pay list." They possessed precise plans and knowledge of the country; otherwise, how could they have built 30 kilometres of road between Bumla and Tawang in less than two weeks? Although the bulk of the Monpas were patriotic, it was an indirect partnership with China.

Domestic cats are usually considered to be quite small and dainty creatures. But did you know the world’s longest cat was a Maine Coon called Stewie which was measured at 48.5 inches? Whereas, the record for the tallest cat belonged to Arcturus at a whopping 19.05 inches tall! Those are some big cats.

Sweden has a population of around 10.3 million people. That is nearly double the population of Norway! It is also significantly larger than Denmark, the other Scandinavian nation, which has a population of about 5.8 million people.