How many farms have accidents in 2020? In 2020, 19 farm workplace related deaths have occurred (provisional H.S.A data, to 30th December). Three of these deaths occurred to children and young persons aged 16 years or younger. Ten deaths have occurred to farmers aged 65 years or older. How common are farming accidents? The fatality […]
Why did Denver refuse the 1976 Winter Olympics?
Why did Denver refuse the 1976 Winter Olympics? When Denver rejected the Olympics in favour of the environment and economics. But the 1976 Denver Games never happened. In November 1972, the Denver Olympic Organizing Committee (DOOC) served notice to the IOC that the city would be unable to host the games due to a lack […]
What are Dholes hunted for?
What are Dholes hunted for? Dholes prey on hoofed mammals—in India, they eat deer, wild pigs, buffalo, and wild goats. In Southeast Asia, dholes feed on deer, gaur, and banteng, and in Siberia, they eat deer, wild sheep, and reindeer. Dholes also eat berries, bugs, lizards, and rabbits and can hunt well on their own […]
How long does it take to read Sense and Sensibility?
How long does it take to read Sense and Sensibility? 3 hours and 42 minutes Is Sense and Sensibility a good read? Sense and Sensibility is a richly rewarding story of manners from one of the world’s greatest novelists. Full of feeling, humor, and beautifully realized characters, this book is treasured by teens and adults […]
What is the Mayan legend behind the worry dolls?
Is Cumbria Scottish?
Is Cumbria Scottish? Cumbria is the most north-western county in England, bordering onto Scotland. The county of Cumbria consists of six districts (Allerdale, Barrow-in-Furness, Carlisle, Copeland, Eden and South Lakeland), and in 2008 had a population of just under half a million. What food is Cumbria famous for? From award-winning meat and cheeses to celebrated […]
How does Lee portray the education system of Maycomb?
How does Lee portray the education system of Maycomb? Harper Lee portrays the educational system in the novel To Kill a Mockingbird as rigid and meaningless. Scout’s first-grade teacher, Miss Caroline, rebukes her for being able to read and write at such a young age. How is education presented in TKAM? In a sense, the […]
How many Test matches has New Zealand played?
How many Test matches has New Zealand played? Team wins, losses, draws and ties As of July 2021, New Zealand have played 449 Test matches resulting in 107 victories, 175 defeats and 167 draws for an overall winning percentage of 23.83. Statistics are correct as of New Zealand v India at Rose Bowl, 2019-201 ICC […]
Who sang This Is My Now?
Who sang This Is My Now? Jordin Sparks Where did the song Marry Me originated? During an interview with On Air with Ryan Seacrest, Derulo revealed that he wrote the song as an ode to his then girlfriend, former American Idol winner, singer Jordin Sparks. Who sang the song I want to marry you? Bruno […]
What is the difference between a Holstein and a Jersey cow?
What is the difference between a Holstein and a Jersey cow? Holsteins are the biggest cows of the dairy breeds and Jerseys are the smallest. Holsteins can weigh more than 1,500 pounds, while Jerseys are around 1,200 pounds. The size isn’t the only physical difference between these two opposite breeds. Holsteins have the black and […]