Dinosaurs lived throughout the Mesozoic Era, which began 245 million years ago and lasted for 180 million years. It is sometimes called the Age of the Reptiles. The era is divided into three…
Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, is the best known of Hindu celebrations and certainly the brightest. Amid the darkest skies of autumn, lights brighten homes throughout India—a sign of…
More than a billion Muslims around the world observe Ramadan (“month of blessing”), with prayer, fasting and charity. They celebrate the end of Ramadan with a three-day festival, called Eid al-…
Though the U.S. economy as a whole continues to expand, there are some parts of the economy that are growing and others that are shrinking. As you think about what area, called a sector, of the…
Mail must meet these standards:
Thickness—No less than 0.007 in. thick. Pieces that are 1/4 in. thick or less must be at least 31/2 in. high, 5 in. long, and rectangular in shape. Combined length…
According to folklore, the following foods are good for you. Now scientists agree.Cranberry juice is good for urinary tract infections. Why? Because the juice inhibits a type of bacteria that…
