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'New' species of flower is discovered in a shard of amber in Myanmar 100 MILLION years after it blossomed :
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A rare flower is finally getting its moment in the sun, almost 100 million years after it blossomed. Researchers at Oregon State University have identified a new species of angiosperm, or flowering plant, from the Cretaceous Period that was preserved in a shard of amber found in what is now Myanmar. Dubbed Valviloculus pleristaminis, it belongs to the laurel family and is related to the ... ...more
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3 Exotic Holiday Foods To Try
Olivia Krueger
Everyone has their traditional holiday meals; turkey, meatloaf, fruitcake, but have you ever wanted to explore something new? Here are 3 holiday foods from different countries that may entice you to explore.MexicoMany countries start their festivities on December 24th and Mexico is no exception. “Families start by breaking a piñata that’s filled with all sorts of locally made candies in chili ... ...more
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Giving Money as a Gift is Not 'Impersonal'
EnglishMajorLeagues
I hear it every single year. "What do you REALLY want for [holiday/ birthday/ event]?" But woe be to those who answer 'money' in any form, for they're met with the inescapable "but that's so IMPERSONAL." A gift card for groceries or a payment toward a credit card might not be a lovingly handmade sweater, but it doesn't mean that it has no value to the recipient. Indeed, we often fret that the ... ...more
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Nestlé Toll House Will Make Your Heart Grow Three Sizes This Holiday Season
Kelli Dolan
Now this was announced over a month ago, but there's so much information constantly thrown at us on the internet it's really easy to miss some things. So if you're like me and you never came across it, I'm here to fill you in on some crucial holiday joy, Nestlé Toll House will be releasing 'The Grinch' inspired cookie dough called A Pinch of Grinch. The dough is ready to bake in the package, ... ...more
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The Problem with Black Friday
Kelli Dolan
It's no secret that the holidays in general, but more specifically Christmas, just don't mean what they used to. People complain all the time that Valentine's Day is just a Hallmark holiday and that Christmas is just a commercial one. We've found ourselves in a situation where people care more about presents than holiday spirit, joy, family, and love. That's why we see commercials for 'the ... ...more