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For nearly eight decades, Smokey Bear has been an iconic national symbol for wildfire prevention, encouraging children and adults all over the country to care for his forest home. But how did this blue-jean-wearing bear become the furry face for preventing forest fires? Smokey Bear’s Beginnings Smokey Bear was created by artists for the Cooperative Forest Fire Prevention campaign. He appeared on posters as a full-grown bear, standing on two legs, wearing blue jeans and a ranger hat....

As a pet parent, it’s important to stay on top of your dog’s health and happiness. When your pup isn’t feeling well, it’s essential that you know the signs of sickness. Whether he’s ill or injured, it’s your responsibility to understand what abnormal symptoms to look out for. One way to monitor your pet’s health is to take his temperature. However, this isn’t as simple as placing your hand on his forehead....

While this isn’t a pleasant topic for polite conversation, having your septic system back up into your home is anything but pleasant. There are steps that you can take, not only to prevent septic problems from happening, but to ensure that the process of breaking down flushed waste occurs as it should. A Well-Functioning Septic System A more descriptive title for this article could be, “The Care and Maintenance Of The Gut in Your Yard....

June is still weeks away but we’ve already begun to see some of the great movies and TV shows that will sadly be leaving Netflix Australia at the start of the month. We’re also keeping track of all of the movies and TV shows currently scheduled to leave Netflix Australia in May 2021. There’s a handful of incredible movies scheduled to leave Netflix Australia in June, including two of Harrison Ford’s most famous movies, Blade Runner: The Final Cut and Indiana Jones the Last Crusade....

All good things come in small numbers, which is exactly what applies to what’s been added to Netflix UK this week. This week, 12th January 2018, there’s a total of 15 new releases. This includes six new movies, six new TV series and three new documentaries. That’s not many considering how many we usually have but with the high volume of new releases last week we think it’s time to wind down a little so you have time to catch up....

New This Week on Netflix It has been a quiet week on Netflix, but there is still good watching time ahead of you this weekend. You made it to Friday. July has been hot, hot, hot so what better reason to stay in and binge? It has been a quiet week, but we still got a few good titles worth adding to your queue. There are some series worth binging and fans of standup will have a few titles to choose from....

40° N Latitude and 75° W Longitude for northern US states 35° N Latitude and 90° W Longitude for southern US states These are chosen because data suggests that the population is densest near those areas. The further you live from those exact coordinates, though, the more drastically your local sunrise and sunset times might differ from the published times. Variables That Affect Sunrise and Sunset Times Where You Live That’s because sunrise and sunset times depend on a number of variables, including longitude, latitude, altitude, and location in relationship to your specific Time Zone....

There’s something magical about sitting in front of a fire. Especially during those summer evenings when the stars are out and the air is warm. Whether you enjoy making S’mores or telling ghost stories, outdoor fires are a family-fun way to spend some outside quality time with no TV or electronic devices. However there are a few safety steps you should remember. Try to learn how to properly start a fire, rather than using flammable liquids....

Spring and summer thundershowers are common in most parts of North America. But what about thunderstorms in the winter time? Winter thunderstorms, also known as “thundersnow,” are a somewhat rare type of thunderstorm during which snow, rather than rain, falls as the primary form of precipitation. What Is Thundersnow? Thunderstorms occur when an air mass becomes so unstable that it overturns violently. This usually happens when drastically different temperatures meet, such as when the air closer to the ground is unusually warm and humid and the air above it is unusually cool....

Connecticut. With climactic influences from the Great Lakes, Connecticut sees more than its fair share of cloud cover. In places like Hartford, you’ll only get around 82 fully sunny days per year. Bridgeport fares a little better with 99 sunny days each year. Montana. People call this state “Big Sky Country,” not “Clear Sky Country.” Because the Continental Divide runs through the western end of the state, Montana experiences diverse, unpredictable weather....

Following the box-office success of Dunkirk (Directed by Christopher Nolan), we have decided to take a look at what other War Films are currently available to stream on Netflix. Over the course of the last couple years, Netflix themselves have actually been producing a number of their own Great War films. We have covered anything from WWII, Afghanistan, Iraq, Vietnam and beyond. This is a US List but if you spot any amazing War titles that we haven’t mentioned, make sure to let us know in the comments....

The Invisible Man (2020) is now available to stream on Netflix UK Thanks to the start of a new month its a busier week on Netflix UK with the addition of 42 new movies and TV shows to the library. First of all, here are the past week’s top highlights: The Invisible Man (2020) Director: Leigh Whannell Genre: Drama, Horror, Mystery | Runtime: 124 Minutes Cast: Elisabeth Moss, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Harriet Dyer, Aldis Hodge, Storm Reid One of the classic horror movie villains was brought back to life in Universal’s retelling of the story of The Invisible Man....

The Office – Picture: NBCUniversal Good-bye 2020 and hello 20201. Start the new year with plenty to watch on Netflix UK from one of the 108 new additions to the library. Here’s what’s new on Netflix UK this week, and the top 10s for January 1st, 2021. First of all, here are the past week’s top highlights on Netflix UK: The Office U.S. (9 Seasons) Seasons: 9 | Episodes: 188 Genre: Comedy | Runtime: 22 Minutes Cast: Steve Carell, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, Rainn Wilson, Leslie David Baker It’s been five long years since The Office U....

Picture: The CW In The Dark has come to its conclusion following the finale airing on The CW in early September and added to Netflix shortly after. Here’s why the show was canceled and when it’ll potentially leave Netflix. The show evolved dramatically over the course of the three seasons. The series begins as a crime drama that sees a blind woman helping find a killer of a friend. In The Dark was created by Corinne Kingsbury and starred Perry Mattfeld, Rich Sommer, Brooke Markham, and Casey Deidrick....

Cobra Kai filming – Picture: Netflix Cobra Kai Season 5 is in production according to multiple production schedules seen by What’s on Netflix. The fifth season was announced a few months ago and has begun production before season 4 is due to arrive on Netflix globally in December 2021. A quick recap for those not in the loop. Season 4 of Cobra Kai has long since wrapped production and is currently scheduled to arrive at some point in December 2021 (an exact release date is expected this weekend at Netflix’s TUDUM event)....

Saved by the Bell – Picture: CBS Media Ventures Netflix US and Canada will be receiving the entire collection of Saved by the Bell (excluding the 2020 reboot) in September 2021 including the movies, and various spin-offs. In the September 2021 PR release for what’s coming soon to Netflix, Netflix included seasons 1-9 of Saved by the Bell in its lineup. It then clarified on Twitter what exactly that means....

We’ve been trying to understand our four-legged best friends for ages. How smart are dogs? Do they understand what we’re saying to them? Do our dogs love us? Luckily, there has been a lot of research done on the brain function of dogs to help us better understand and care for them. Let’s take a look at 12 fascinating facts about your dog’s brain that you may not know. Having this information will deepen your relationship with your pup and help you provide adequate stimulation for their level of intelligence....

Pet owners love to feed new things to their pets. If you go on Facebook or TikTok, you can find thousands of pictures and videos of animals eating. The sour faces and the expressions of pleasure are endless. Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Maxbetter Vizelberg Veterinarian, DVM Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Maxbetter Vizelberg Veterinarian, DVM The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. When we give our pets something new, we get excited for them and cannot wait to see their reactions....

Dealing with a litter box can be a big, stinky pain to deal with. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a better alternative? Sometimes we’ve all found ourselves wondering how much easier our lives would be if our cats would just use the toilet like a human and preferably flush it when they finish. Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Paola Cuevas Veterinarian, MVZ Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Paola Cuevas...

Summer is finally here and if it’s too warm outside and you’re looking for your next binge, you’re in luck! Netflix has a fantastic lineup of new titles coming over the next several months and we’re providing you with an in-depth look as to what you can expect. Below we’ve covered the Netflix Originals (both series and movies) currently scheduled plus titles from Disney, ABC and The CW which we’re almost certain are releasing during this time period....