The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, on the eastern border of Tennessee and the westernmost border of North Carolina, is well known for its diverse wildlife, beautiful mountain landscapes, and Appalachian history. In 2009, the Smokies will be celebrating their 75th anniversary. A popular destination for family vacations, avid hikers, […]

According to Vaughn Aubuchon’s list of the world’s twenty largest islands, (Vaughn’s Summaries, 2005, updated 2010) Baffin Island in the eastern Arctic is the world’s fifth largest, after Greenland, New Guinea, Borneo and Madagascar. Baffin, part of the territory of Nunavut, lies north of the Arctic Circle (latitude 60 degrees […]

During the first year of life, babies are most at risk for contracting viruses and infections. The Baby Center network recommends sterilizing bottles if they are being used to feed infants. If safety instructions are followed, microwave sterilizers are a quick, safe and effective method of sterilizing baby bottles. Baby […]

Two university research departments identify the causes of the destruction of coral reefs, and the effects of water pollution on ocean animal and plant life. The U.S. National Ocean Service provides information about the sources of most of the point source ocean pollutants. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on-line […]

Every casino in the world, regardless if it’s land-based or online, is dominated by slots. You can visit a casino online and literally choose among thousands of different slot games, powered by a number of different software providers. The reason for this is simple. Slots are fun to play, you […]

Charleston, South Carolina is one of these special cities that have all the advantages of a large metropolitan area while maintaining its history. The city is one of the oldest in the United States having been settled in the 17th century. The city is located on a peninsula bordered by […]