Categoría Oddities

For spiritism, what is a backrest?

(Playback/Strange World) It’s a lost spirit that ′′ touches ′′ a person to suck their energy. According to spiritism, they are souls who have not accepted that they left this world or are not aware that they are dead. And…

What is grunge?

»> It is a mixture of punk and heavy metal that emerged in the mid-80s in Seattle, a city in the northwest of the United States, almost on the border with Canada. the term grunge – which in its original…

How is foie gras made?

This typical French delicacy is a fatty pâté made with the dilated livers of ducks, geese and teals. In order for the organ to become hyper-developed, the birds are subjected to a confined life and forced feeding, which generates protests…

Are gym supplements harmful?

Yes. The unregulated consumption of these substances can cause several problems, from liver failure, kidney stones, diabetes and even heart attack. Therefore, the use in supplements must follow medical or nutritional advice. A balanced diet is also essential. “It’s no…

Do insects feel pain?

Yes, at least if we understand pain as physical discomfort caused by environmental factors. “Insects have nerve endings similar to the ones we humans have. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that they have some kind of sensory perception equivalent…

How to identify an animal by poop?

Pay attention to color, smell, texture, and shape. With this, it is already possible to deduce the size of the animal and, mainly, its diet. “Dark stools, for example, indicate consumption of animal proteins, that is, it is a carnivore”,…

How did the deck suits come about?

The current suits emerged from a mixture of the Spanish and French versions: the names of the suits came from Spanish, but the graphic symbols that represent them are French. Until reaching the current 52-piece deck, cards have gone through…