Dorian Gray was a young man who offered up his soul if the painting of him would grow old and ugly while he could remain forever young and beautiful. … The only way to truly kill him is to destroy the painting. He literally cannot become a vampire. Dorian GrayRead More →
The True Story of “Taps” There has been a false story behind Taps that has been floating around for many years. It is a real tear-jerker, the consequence of which makes it very popular. Does Taps stand for anything? It is not an acronym, although there are two organizations thatRead More →
In Biblical Names the meaning of the name Alexander is: One who assists men. Does Alexander mean warrior? Alexander comes from the Latin form of the Greek name Alexandros which means ‘to defend’ and ‘man warrior. Is Alexander a successful name? Alexander has been in the Top 25 since 1991.Read More →
If you’re getting a mortgage on the house you’re buying, your lender usually requires you to pay your first yearly homeowners insurance premium before or at closing. The lender does this to protect the investment on their end. Paying your home insurance upfront can be done with or without anRead More →
Donkey Kong, also known as DK, is a male gorilla, the main protagonist of the Donkey Kong franchise, and the leader of the DK crew. Is Donkey Kong a king? The reason Miyamoto chose the name Donkey Kong was because he thought Donkey meant dumb and stubborn, and his beastRead More →
Never has My Chemical Romance sounded so ultimately ’80s. In line with late-20th century nostalgia brought on by popular entertainment such as Netflix’s Stranger Things, the band’s morbid anthem “Helena” has received a syrupy, synth-heavy cover that’s quite different from the original rocker. What is on the cover of IRead More →
‘Beckett’ is a political psychological thriller about an American tourist in Greece. While some of the plot of Beckett could seem plausible (foreigner on vacation getting into trouble), the film is not based on a true story. The conspiracy thriller begins like it could have actually happened. Is Beckett aRead More →
Lake Lanier is a popular weekend destination suitable for fishing, boating, and sun-tanning, but its existence lends itself to a history of state-sanctioned theft. Despite many instances of accidental drownings, the lake remains a top vacation spot for locals. How many people have died at Lake Lanier? Lake Lanier deathsRead More →
Practice reflections on appearing on national TV In February 2014 GPs: Behind Closed Doors was filmed at St Johns Medical Centre in Lewisham, south-east London. What does it mean when someone says Behind Closed Doors? : in a private room or place : in private All of their meetings areRead More →
Ecclesiastes, Hebrew Qohelet, (Preacher), an Old Testament book of wisdom literature that belongs to the third section of the biblical canon, known as the Ketuvim (Writings). What does the Hebrew title for the book of Ecclesiastes mean? What does the Hebrew title for the book of Ecclesiastes mean? “The preacher/teacher”Read More →