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Champion trees are the super-sized superstars of their species. Blessed by a “perfect storm” of superb growing conditions, Teflon-like resilience to hazards and perhaps a bit of luck, these tree VIPs show what’s possible when everything goes just right in nature. Around the world, efforts are ongoing to locate the largest trees of each species wherever they grow. In the United States, American Forests National Big Tree Program has maintained a national register of American champion trees since 1940, which currently lists over 750....

Animal rights activists oppose aquariums for the same reason they oppose zoos. Fish and other sea creatures, like their land-dwelling relatives, are sentient and have a right to live free from human exploitation. In addition, there are concerns about the treatment of the animals in captivity, especially marine mammals. Aquariums and Animal Rights From an animal rights perspective, keeping animals in captivity for our own use is an infringement on that animal’s right to be free of human exploitation, regardless of how well the animals are treated....

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is less than a month away, and all eyes are on one of the biggest projects in MCU history. It was recently revealed that the runtime for the Doctor Strange sequel is not only shorter than expected, but it is also significantly shorter than any other “event” movie in the MCU. Fans are concerned that this short runtime could rush a plot that is almost inherently complex....

Ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise may be the royal trinity of American condiments, but many versions are not especially healthy and there are so many other options that can help add flavor to your food. Don’t get me wrong, I love the classic three, but there is life beyond them. So, how do we define a condiment, anyway? So many answers, such little clarity. With this in mind, I went to my trusty copy of “On Food and Cooking: The Science and Lore of the Kitchen,” by food scientist and historian Harold McGee; he always has the answer to life’s bigger food questions....

For LifeEdited, Graham describes his sleeping requirements: Or should the bed just go away? Buckminster Fuller said: While Bucky notes that beds are used for a third of the time, we are asleep for much of that. So why do we give them so much space? What else can we do with them? TreeHugger has shown dozens of transformer sofas, but what about a more permanent solution? One thing that designers never talk about when they put in alcove or bunk beds is that they are hard to make; there is nothing easier than walking around a conventional bed at conventional height....

Fans haven’t seen the world of Wakanda since 2018’s Avengers: Infinity War (not including its minor cameo in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier) when Thanos completely destroyed not only T’Challa’s nation but also The Avengers themselves. Four years later, audiences are dying to be back in the majestic, beautiful city that Ryan Coogler created with Black Panther. Thankfully, the sequel to that movie is finally set to debut later this year on November 11....

After a long and grueling journey, Black Widow finally hit the big screen in theaters as well as on TV screens around the world with Disney+ via Premier Access. Serving as the first film in Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Black Widow provided fans with a proper send-off to one of the most beloved characters of the franchise’s last 10 years, Natasha Romanoff, portrayed by Scarlett Johansson. However, as the story of one MCU cornerstone ended, other characters of the same caliber have been set up to have bright futures....

The pandemic hasn’t been kind to Scarlett Johansson’s first solo outing. Originally scheduled for release on May 1, 2020, it has since been moved to May 7 of this year. The catch is that this release date has been far from certain. Studios such as Warner Bros. have cast doubt on a return to normalcy so soon, with their highly controversial decision to release all of their 2021 films in theaters and on streaming the very same day....

Known for their ability to conform to surrounding colors, chameleons represent one of nature’s most unusual clades. Indeed, their ability to change color, their individually mobile and stereoscopic eyes, and their parrot-like feet make them distinctive—and desirable—lizards that are also popular pets. In the wild, however, these animals are facing challenges that even they have trouble adapting to. Chameleons enjoy hot climates and are endemic to the forests and deserts of Africa, Madagascar, Spain and Portugal, and across south Asia to Sri Lanka....

Obi-Wan Kenobi is only a week away, and fans are getting restless. Many have been waiting nearly two decades to see Ewan McGregor return to his role as the former Jedi Knight who trained the infamous Darth Vader. As exciting as his return is, given the recent trend across pop culture, many have started to wonder what crossovers may await them within the six-episode series. One of those properties people hope to see show up is the popular game Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order....

Q: As the mother of 8- and 11-year-old sons, I find that when planning a family vacation choosing a theme park is usually a no-brainer. Last year, my husband and I attempted Maui with the kids in tow and we quickly found out that lazing on the beach and waterfall trail hikes cannot compete with vomit-inducing rides and $4 churros. As I begin to plan this year’s trip, I’m hoping to find a park that steps it up a green notch beyond public recycling bins; a non-intimidating destination that the kids can enjoy (and maybe even learn something from!...

Warning - This article contains spoilers from Eternals . Chloé Zhao’s cosmic epic Eternals has now hit theaters worldwide, and with it comes over a dozen new characters for audiences to get to know. That’s a lot of leg work for one film to do. Stories can fail just trying to juggle a handful of characters in the spotlight, so having so many surely wasn’t an easy task. It’s part of what makes Infinity War and Endgame so miraculous—neither ever buckled under the weight of their roster....

Ever since the conception of The Suicide Squad first came, it’s been made clear that fans shouldn’t get too attached to this group of villains as many won’t make it out of the film alive.With the film finally available in theaters and on HBO Max, The Direct breaks down which of the DC heroes and villains were killed in the film and how they died.Every DC Death in The Suicide SquadEven with the expectation of a high body count, it still came as a shock to many that more than half of the star-studded cast didn’t even make it out of the first ten minutes....

Fans got a new inside look at Marvel Studios’ Agatha: Coven of Chaos as Kathryn Hahn begins filming for the MCU’s anticipated Disney+ spin-off.Hahn is now officially on her way to return to the MCU with her own solo Agatha Harkness series, picking up right where the witch left off at the end of 2021’s WandaVision. Bringing back many of the same players from Westview as she looks to escape Wanda Maximoff’s spell, this series will be the MCU’s latest dip into the magic behind the fan-favorite Salem witch....

They are healthier, they last longer, and they look better, too. After the recent flooding in the Carolinas I wrote that “the typical North American house is not designed to get wet.” This is mostly a recent phenomenon since we replaced solid wood and plaster with particle boards and drywall. In fact, for centuries houses have been built of materials that held up a whole lot better than drywall does. Here are a few of them:...

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 just set a huge record with the release of its latest trailer at Super Bowl LVII.More footage from the upcoming MCU film, which will arrive in theaters on May 5, was revealed at the Super Bowl on Sunday.In the trailer, it was teased that Guardians of the Galaxy 3 will explore some of Rocket’s troubled past while also referencing Thanos from the perspective of Karen Gillan’s Nebula....

With the hype of Spider-Man: No Way Home reaching a fever pitch, it is important that fans remember the MCU soon returns on Disney+ Hawkeye. Hawkeye is set to focus on Clint Barton more than any previous project while also simultaneously introducing one of the most anticipated heroes of all time, Kate Bishop. Jeremy Renner and Hailee Steinfeld star in a series that is heavily based on the widely-beloved comic book run created by Matt Fraction and David Aja....

Marvel Studios officially teased the future replacement of Paul Rudd’s Ant-Man in the MCU.A key part of Phase 4 has undoubtedly been the introduction of numerous generational heroes, those who are next in line to take up a notable mantle.Hawkeye introduced Hailee Steinfeld’s Kate Bishop, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier set up Sam Wilson to be the new Captain America, and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever had Shuri take on the titular role—to name a few examples....

Thor: Love and Thunder may have had mixed reviews, but most audiences enjoyed seeing the shenanigans that director Taika Waititi put its cast of characters through. Chris Hemsworth’s titular character got to reunite with a long-lost flame, Jane Foster got to wield his ex-hammer with true finesse, and Thor himself even took an adopted daughter under his wing. Once the movie came to a close, sadly, Jane was off the board not much longer after she entered....

After what’s seemed like an eternal wait, Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi is in the midst of production. The event series will see Ewan McGregor return to the iconic role he last played in Revenge of the Sith, and he’ll be joined by a star-studded cast that will include Hayden Christensen as none other than Darth Vader. The Kenobi series has been one of the most desired projects by fans since Disney’s acquisition of Lucasfilm, and after countless delays the cameras will begin rolling this month....