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Mark Twain’s Literary Legacy and Library

Few American writers have succeeded in exploring a wide range of subjects and topics like Mark Twain. Born Samuel Langhorne Clemens in Florida, Missouri, he became popular with the pseudonym Mark Twain. Early in his career, he wrote popular fiction, but also dabbled in journalism and, later, novel writing. Throughout his life, he tried many ...

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Mark Twain.

How to Overcome Low Self-Esteem

Nowadays, people are coping with an excessive amount of stress and negativity. Dealing with this stress is never easy. Sometimes, you may feel bogged down by low self-esteem. Unfortunately, this even happens to some competent and successful individuals. It is essential to battle such negative thoughts, or they can adversely affect your mental well-being and ...

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A woman suffering from low self-esteem

13 Helpful Hacks for Hiking

Hiking can be a great way to get in shape and enjoy the outdoors, but it can also be tough on your body if you’re not prepared. These thirteen helpful hiking hacks will help make your next hike more enjoyable. Before you head out on your next hike, make sure to check out these tips ...

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Hiking in nature.

Hockey Stick or Heart Fibrillation: Which Curve Describes Climate Change?

The ‘hockey stick’ climate change graph has been controversial for a long time. There have been attempts to validate it, but several detractors are trying to prove its irrelevance. The climate “hockey stick” refers to a reconstruction of temperatures over the past 1,000 years. The data shows flattish temperatures over the last millennium, like the handle ...

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Drought affecting a reservoir.

7 Beautiful, Non-Toxic Plants That Are Safe for Cats

People keep many species of indoor plants in their homes. These include orchids, cactuses of varying types, and flowering plants too. These indoor plants not only help enhance the aesthetic appeal of a room, but also enhance the supply of oxygen. However, you may not be aware some plants are not suited for your beloved ...

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Cat-friendly plants.

The ‘Mona Lisa’ Was Vandalised by Cake, but Why?

Some famous artworks draw admiration from millions of viewers, and the iconic painting of the Mona Lisa is undoubtedly one of the world’s most famous. Crafted by the legendary painter and sculptor Leonardo da Vinci, the iconic artwork is kept at the Louvre museum in Paris. Sadly, a vandalism attack took place that targeted the ...

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Cake smeared on the glass covering the Mona Lisa painting.

Yaupon, the Lost Native American Tea Tradition

There is a perception that tea was harvested primarily in the Asian subcontinent, which came to the U.S. and European nations much later. This is, actually, far from reality. In several regions in North America, the tribes harvested and consumed a herbal tea variant known as yaupon. This happens to be the only native caffeinated ...

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A yaupon bush.