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Why is it called the Jesus nut? Origin. The term Jesus nut may have been coined by American soldiers in Vietnam; the Vietnam War was the first war to feature large numbers of soldiers riding in helicopters. The term may also have originated with the PBY Catalina, which had two Jesus bolts holding the wing […]

How many Anzacs died at Gallipoli landing? More than 130,000 men had died during the campaign: at least 87,000 Ottoman soldiers and 44,000 Allied soldiers, including more than 8700 Australians. How many Australian and New Zealand soldiers died at Gallipoli? By the time the campaign ended, more than 130,000 men had died: at least 87,000 […]

When did Cousteau invent scuba? 1943 Did Jacques Cousteau invent scuba gear? Jacques Cousteau and Emile Gagnan together invented the modern demand regulator used in underwater diving. Their invention allowed for the equipment known as the Aqualung, or self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA), enabling safer and deeper dives. When was scuba diving equipment invented? In […]

What are the reasons for the fall of King Ahab? Naboth’s refusal made the selfish monarch ill. “Ahab came into his house heavy and displeased because of the word which Naboth the Jezreelite had spoken to him…. And he laid him down upon his bed, and turned away his face, and would eat no bread.” […]

Did John Travolta do all the dancing in the movie Staying Alive? Travolta was not dancing to the Bee Gees Some of the film’s most iconic scenes involve Tony and Annette dancing to Bee Gees megahits including “You Should Be Dancin’” and “More Than a Woman” — but the Bee Gees had no involvement in […]

What is the impact of blood diamonds? The tragic result is bloodshed, loss of life, and shocking human rights abuses – from rape to the use of child soldiers. Diamonds that fuel civil wars are often called “blood” or “conflict” diamonds. Although many diamond-fueled wars have now ended, conflict diamonds remain a serious problem. Are […]

What is the name of the stick used in martial arts? What is it called when you fight with a stick? Stick fighting is a form of combat where practitioners use hand held wooden sticks (often called kali or escrima sticks) to fight each other. What are the sticks called in kung fu? The nunchaku […]

When Did Drake and Nicki break up? Drake wrote a few diss tracks about Mill after Mill claimed Drake didn’t write his own lyrics. And this, of course, affected Minaj’s standing with Drake. Mill and Minaj broke up in 2017 — but the drama didn’t end there. Who is Chris Brown’s girlfriend? Ammika Harris is […]

How much legs does a pig have? A pig usually have four legs. Does a pig have legs? With its stubby snout, thick body, short legs, and kinked tail, the pig is found on all continents except for Antarctica. These animals do well in captivity, and they often thrive in the wild, living in forests, […]

How much should I water my indoor cactus? Spring and summer. In the growing season, the plants should be watered at least once a week. When watering, the soil should be given a good soaking, allowing excess water to drain away. Allow the compost to dry out slightly between each watering. Do cacti need a […]