Jim Brown may be the greatest athlete in American history, but in 1956 he was slighted in the voting for the Heisman Trophy. Besides being the greatest football player of all time (sorry Jerry Rice), he excelled in many sports. Brown is a member of the Lacrosse Hall of Fame, was the 2nd leading scorer … Read more
Hummingbirds in Illinois
Karla News
When hummingbird watching comes to mind, most people would not think about Illinois as being a state full of these types of opportunities. Even though Illinois is not known for its population of hummingbirds, it does have a few of these beautiful little birds that pay a visit annually. Hummingbird watchers will have the most … Read more
Hummingbird Garden, Hummingbird Gardens, Hummingbird Nectar, Rufous Hummingbird
Mammal Orders and Their Characteristics
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Mammals make up a diverse group that includes rabbits, humans and whales. Because of this, scientists have classified mammals into 16 different orders with certain characteristics that define each of them. Monotremata Platypuses and Echidnas make up the most primitive mammals on Earth. In fact, these mammals still lay eggs like their reptilian ancestors. But … Read more
Parisian Cuisine: Experience French Culture with Great Food
Did you know that Paris is the number one tourist destination in the world? People come to the City of Lights for its history, art, nightlife, fashion and shopping. And no trip to Paris would be complete without experiencing incredible French cuisine. I am a frequent visitor to Paris, but I’m no expert when it … Read more
Shopping in Seoul, South Korea: Leather, Suits and Designer Clothes
South Korea isn’t a ‘first choice’ destination for many vacationers, but fashion-minded travelers will want to give Seoul a look. The Itaewon district there is crammed with custom tailors; leather shops and high-fashion boutiques offering discount prices. Itaewon has a main thru fare with lots of tourist shopping and dining, but the leather goods and … Read more
Paying for College Without Financial Aid
I grew up in a family with nine children. Everyone older than me who wanted to went to college with full financial aid. My mother even got a second degree while my two older sisters were getting theirs free of charge. I always assumed I would get the same deal. When it was my turn, … Read more
