Similar to Japanese geisha, the gisaeng or kisaeng were highly-trained artist women in ancient Korea who entertained men with music, conversation, and poetry. In addition to serving in the royal court, some gisaeng worked in the homes of the “yangban”-or scholar-officials. Other gisaeng were trained in other fields as well, such as nursing, though lower-ranked … Read more
In the world, arrowheads are among the most easily recognizable artifacts. Many generations of children have found these rocks in parks, farm fields, and creek beds that have been shaped into pointed tools by humans. It’s probably because we were fascinated by them as children that so many myths about them exist, and for this … Read more
Here are some of history’s more famous (and infamous) mothers and women nicknamed Mother in honor of Mother’s Day. Famous Mothers in History: Ancient Through Modern Abigail Adams Aside from being married to a US president, Abigail Adams was also the mother of a US president. While her husband was overseas, she managed the family’s business. … Read more
Small business scholarships offer an incredible opportunity for students. Not only do they provide much-needed financial assistance, but they also give students a chance to learn about the inner workings of a small business. Here are five reasons from Benjy Grinberg why small business scholarships are a jackpot for students. Don’t Worry About Grades Or … Read more
When salt and ice are mixed, some interesting science occurs. It’s common practice to use salt to melt ice on roads and walkways, but if you compare the melting of ice cubes in fresh water and salt water, you’ll find that the saline water actually melts more slowly and the temperature drops. Why is this … Read more
Neither a modern company nor a single inventor can claim to have invented the first hula hoop. Hooping was often used as a form of exercise by the Ancient Greeks. In the past, hoops have been made from metal, bamboo, wood, grasses, and even vines. Many modern companies have “re-invented” the hula hoop using unusual … Read more
The Dennis Bonnen Scholarship for the Arts is now open for submissions! This scholarship was created to help students who are passionate about the arts and want to continue their education in this field. If you are interested in applying, please read on for more information. What Is The Dennis Bonnen Scholarship? The Dennis Bonnen … Read more
It lived during the Cretaceous Period, about 76 million years ago. Troodon was a small, bird-like dinosaur. About 110 pounds and 11 feet tall, it weighed about 110 pounds. Scientists are still uncertain whether it is an ancestor of crocodiles or birds due to its egg-laying behavior. The brain of Troodon was enormous for its … Read more
Is your website set up to rank highly in search engine results? Otherwise, you can be losing out on a lot of business. Your digital marketing strategy must include SEO since it will help your company outperform the competition and rank higher in search results, which will increase sales. Before your real debut, even when … Read more
“Super seniors” are students who have attended a four-year institution (either high school or college) for more than four years. Fifth-year seniors are also sometimes called such students. Typically, high school and college students take four years to earn their diplomas. Your first year of school is your “freshman” year, your second year is your … Read more