Humanity
Humanityis the human race, which includes everyone on Earth. It’s also a word for the qualities that make us human, such as the ability to love and have compassion, be creative, and not be a robot or alien.
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Al Sabalouga (Sixth waterfall)
#Al-Sabalouga_Sixth_Water_Resort.
The Sixth Waterfall, or Al Sabalouga, is one of the Nile tourist areas. It is one of the six waterfalls of the Nile River. It is located north of Khartoum and south of Al-Bagrawiya in the Sudanese village of Al-Salouqa.
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The sixth waterfall is located in the Misikitab area, south of north Khartoum, about 90 km away from it, and it is 12 km west of Al-Tahadi or Khartoum-Atbara road.
The waterfall is located in the village of Al Sabalouga, which is one of the ancient Sudanese villages.
#tourism
Sablouka is one of the most important tourist areas in the state of the River Nile.
The area includes many species of wildlife such as birds and different animals.
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The Nubian pyramids
The Nubian pyramids are pyramids built by the rulers of the ancient Kushite kingdoms. Before the Kushites built these pyramids, no pyramids had been built in Egypt or the Nile Valley for more than 500 years.
The Nile Valley region is known as Nubia, which is located today in the Sudan, and in the ancient era it included three Kushite kingdoms. The first capital is Kerma (2600-1520 BC). The second is centered [[Npata (1000–300 BC).] The last kingdom centered on Meroe (300 BC–AD 300).
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5 facts you may not know about the Taliban
1- Sunni Islamic organization operates mainly in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
2 - Taliban in the language of Pashto are the name of the collection of the word "student".
3. The Mullah Mohammed Omar establishes the establishment of the movement he has led since the mid-1990s and even his death in 2013.
4. Number of Taliban specifically unknown but estimated at 75,000.
5. The organization aims to impose Islamic law in Afghanistan and remove foreign influence from the country.
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THIS IS US... THIS IS SUDAN
Sudan abounds with many tourism potentials of all kinds, due to the diversity of its geographical, historical and cultural environments. In the north, there are traces of the ancient Kushite kingdoms, which are considered the cradle of human civilization, where the pyramids and pharaonic temples, and in the east, where the waves of the Red Sea crashing into the Sudanese mainland, there are unique coral islands that are home to colorful fish and a paradise for diving enthusiasts in the seas. In the west, sandy deserts extend without end. And the volcanic peaks rise in an atmosphere similar to the atmosphere of the Mediterranean, in addition to that there is cultural tourism represented by the activities of the various tribes and ethnicities and what they offer of musical models and traditional costumes.
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Mammoths
Mammoths were first described by German scientist Johann Friedrich Blumenback in 1799. He gave the name Elephas primigenius to elephant-like bones that had been found in Europe. Both Blumenback and Baron Georges Cuvier of France concluded, independently, that the bones belonged to an extinct species. The bones belonged to the woolly mammoth, later considered to be a distinct genus, and so renamed Mammuthus primigenius.
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Flowers
Flowers' importance in nature is everywhere—they can feed insects, birds, animals and humans; provide natural medicines for humans and some animals; and aid in a plant’s reproduction by enticing outside pollinators. Without flowers, plants would merely be green, and the world would be a duller place.
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What is the African elephant?
African elephants are the largest land animals on Earth. They are slightly larger than their Asian cousins and can be identified by their larger ears that look somewhat like the continent of Africa. (Asian elephants have smaller, rounded ears.)
Although they were long grouped together as one species, scientists have determined that there are actually two species of African elephants—and that both are at risk of extinction. Savanna elephants are larger animals that roam the plains of sub-Saharan Africa, while forest elephants are smaller animals that live in the forests of Central and West Africa. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature lists savanna elephants as endangered and forest elephants as critically endangered.
African elephants are keystone species, meaning they play a critical role in their ecosystem. Also known as “ecosystem engineers,” elephants shape their habitat in many ways. During the dry season, they use their tusks to dig up dry riverbeds and create watering holes many animals can drink from. Their dung is full of seeds, helping plants spread across the environment—and it makes pretty good habitat for dung beetles too. In the forest, their feasting on trees and shrubs creates pathways for smaller animals to move through, and in the savanna, they uproot trees and eat saplings, which helps keep the landscape open for zebras and other plains animals to thrive.
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Better Health
Families and caregivers have a variety of health concerns when it comes to their elders. Explore topics that can help prevent serious medical conditions from developing, including help for increasing or maintaining mobility, preventing falls that can easily result in broken bones and ensuring that the right medications are being taken in the right dosages.
General Articles on Senior Health Care
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Heart Healthy Tips for Senior Nutritional Needs
By: Aadil Palkhivala
Heart Health & Well-Being: A 5-Point Plan
By: Julie Davis
As we get older and chronic conditions surface—whether it’s high blood pressure, another form of heart disease or diabetes, for instance—taking medication becomes vital.
Senior Fitness: Muscle Strength May Stave Off Alzheimer’s And Other Health Issues
By: Julie Davis
Strength training for seniors has cognitive and physical benefits—and it can be easy and fun.
Lifestyle Changes Reduce Stroke Risk
By: Julie Davis
New guidelines issued by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association say that people who make healthy lifestyle choices can significantly reduce stroke risk by 80 percent.
5 Steps To Protect Against Extreme Heat’s Effects On Seniors
By: Kathy Johnson
Extreme heat is a leading cause of preventable death among seniors and with recent record-breaking temperatures, it is important seniors and caregivers know how to stay safe in hot weather.
Keeping Your Balance
By: Chris Iliades
About eight million Americans have balance problems and one in three Americans over age 65 will fall every year. Injuries from falls, like a fractured hip, can change a senior's life in ways senior fear most—isolation and loss of independence.
Is Complementary And Alternative Medicine Right For You?
More and more people, seniors included, are turning to complementary and alternative medicine to ease various conditions.
Vitamin D Deficiency: A Common Risk Factor for Seniors
By: Chris Iliades
Years ago doctors were mainly concerned about vitamin D deficiency in children. Foods were fortified with vitamin D to prevent the bone disease called rickets. Now we know that rickets was only the tip of the iceberg and that seniors are also at high risk for vitamin D deficiency. According to a recent study in the journal Age and Ageing, vitamin D deficiency may contribute to osteoporosis, muscle weakness, hip fractures, diabetes, cancer, heart disease, arthritis and poor general health in seniors.
Walkers for Seniors: A Better Way to Look at This Independence Device
By: Julie Davis
Far from being a sign of weakness, consider walkers for seniors as a way to stay active and confident. Use these strategies to choose and use the best one for you.
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Social media
Social media is a tool that is becoming quite popular these days because of its user-friendly features. Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Rumble and more are giving people a chance to connect with each other across distances. In other words, the whole world is at our fingertips all thanks to social media. The youth is especially one of the most dominant users of social media. All this makes you wonder that something so powerful and with such a massive reach cannot be all good. Like how there are always two sides to a coin, the same goes for social media. Subsequently, different people have different opinions on this debatable topic.
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Why You Should Read Every Day
1. Mental Stimulation
Studies have shown that staying mentally stimulated can slow the progress of (or possibly even prevent) Alzheimer’s and Dementia,[1] since keeping your brain active and engaged prevents it from losing power.
Just like any other muscle in the body, the brain requires exercise to keep it strong and healthy, so the phrase “use it or lose it” is particularly apt when it comes to your mind. Doing puzzles and playing games such as chess have also been found to be helpful with cognitive stimulation.[2]
2. Stress Reduction
No matter how much stress you have at work, in your personal relationships, or countless other issues faced in daily life, it all just slips away when you lose yourself in a great story. A well-written novel can transport you to other realms, while an engaging article will distract you and keep you in the present moment, letting tensions drain away and allowing you to relax.
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Lost your cat?
Five things to help find your lost cat
Shake a box of their favourite biscuits to entice them home.
If your cat has a favourite toy, try leaving it in your garden.
Cats have a strong sense of smell - leave out a regular blanket or bedding to encourage your cat out of hiding.
You might find your moggy is more active at night, especially during hotter weather. Go out with a friend or family member when it is dark to call for your cat by name.
Leave a bowl of water out and some food. A tasty treat such as tuna might be enough to bring your cat home.
Is my cat lost?
Not all cats are house cats. Some are inclined to wander, especially if there is fuss or food to be found elsewhere. It is normal for your cat to pop in and out throughout the day – especially if they have a taste for adventure. If your cat hasn’t returned by the time dinner time comes around, however, you might be worried that your cat is missing. Try not to panic. Cats can disappear for days at a time and return with no trouble, looking perfectly healthy. While you might be worried, they’re likely to stroll in and wonder what all the fuss is about. If they haven’t yet returned, give them a few hours before you make a plan of action.
I've lost my cat. What can I do?
If your pet still hasn’t returned home, there are a few simple things you can do to help find your missing cat. The first thing to do is to check your own home and garden. Cats love small cosy spaces and might be hiding in the unlikeliest of places – from cupboards to garden sheds. Check every room in your house, including any outbuildings and sheds too. Behind curtains, under duvets and even in household appliances like tumble dryers and washing machines. If you’re having building work completed, check under floorboards or any holes big enough for a cat to nestle into.
If you’re sure your cat isn’t at home, the next thing to do is to speak to your neighbours as well as any delivery people nearby. They might have seen your lost cat somewhere and can let you know of their whereabouts. Ask them to check their own sheds and outbuildings, as well as under any parked cars in the neighbourhood. Remember to check homes on both sides of the road, as well as homes that have gardens that back on to yours. You could even provide neighbours with an up to date photo and your cat’s name, reminding them to keep an eye out.
Advertising on social media is a great way to get the message out that your cat is missing, particularly if you’re a member of a local Facebook community group. Post a clear photo of your cat, their name and your contact details.
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Tiny puppies
Who loves tiny puppies? Everyone loves tiny puppies! The tinier the better. You know it's true.
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Painting
The most important element of drawing, aside from composition, should be the large shapes and the placement of those shapes in proportion to one another. Using portraits as an example, what will make your drawing look most like your subject are the accurate reproduction of the lights and darks, the large shapes that make up the head of the subject, the distance between the eyes, nose and mouth,
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How does the universe work?
How does the universe work? Understanding the universe's birth and its ultimate fate are essential first steps to unveil the mechanisms of how it works. This, in turn, requires knowledge of its history, which started with the Big Bang.
Previous NASA investigations with the Cosmic Microwave Background Explorer (COBE) and the Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe (WMAP) have measured the radiation from the universe when it was only 300,000 years old, confirming theoretical models of its early evolution. With its improved sensitivity and resolution, ESA's Planck observatory probed the long wavelength sky to new depths during its 2-year survey, providing stringent new constraints on the physics of the first few moments of the universe. Moreover, the possible detection and investigation of the so-called B-mode polarization pattern on the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) impressed by gravitational waves during those initial instants will provide clues for how the large-scale structures we observe today came to be.
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The power of music
The power of music: how it can benefit health
Written by Honor Whitemanon November 19, 2015 “I think music in itself is healing,” American musician Billy Joel once said. “It’s an explosive expression of humanity. It’s something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we’re from, everyone loves music.” Most of us would wholeheartedly agree with this statement, and it is this universal bond with music that has led researchers across the globe to investigate its therapeutic potential
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baboons in Kenya's
Researchers discovered that most bacteria in the gut microbiome are heritable after looking at more than 16,000 gut microbiome profiles collected over 14 years from a long-studied population of baboons in Kenya's Amboseli National Park. The team also found that several of the microbiome traits heritable in baboons are also heritable in humans
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Telomerase gene
Researchers have recently identified a DNA region known as VNTR2-1 that appears to drive the activity of the telomerase gene, which has been shown to prevent aging in certain types of cells. Knowing how the telomerase gene is regulated and activated and why it is only active in certain cell types could someday be the key to understanding how humans age and how to stop the spread of cancer.
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giraffes are a highly socially complex species
Scientists at the University of Bristol have discovered evidence that giraffes are a highly socially complex species.
Traditionally, giraffes were thought to have little or no social structure, and only fleeting, weak relationships. However in the last ten years, research has shown that giraffe social organisation is much more advanced than once thought.
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Jupiter's
University of LeicesterSummary:New research has revealed the solution to Jupiter's 'energy crisis', which has puzzled astronomers for decades. Astronomers have created a detailed global map of the gas giant's upper atmosphere, confirming that Jupiter's powerful aurorae are responsible for delivering planet-wide heating.
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