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Long before modern science began to understand the processes that create our weather, people made up their own explanations. Many of these accounts were fantastic in nature, with evil or benevolent gods, monsters, and spirits controlling the elements. In this series, we’ll explore some of these ancient myths and share the science behind them. Weather + mythology = weather-ology! Spirits are an important part of Japanese folklore and tradition. In the Shinto religion, everything in nature is believed to be a spirit, or kami....

Pictured: The Curse of Bridge Hollow, The Sinner, and Dracula Untold Welcome to another preview of what’s hitting Netflix over the next 7 days. Many new movies and shows are set to hit the service, including many new Halloween horror treats. Here’s everything due to hit Netflix between October 10th and October 16th, 2022. If you want to see what’s coming to Netflix beyond next week, check out our recently updated October 2022 preview....

Aquaman is now available to stream on Netflix Canada It’s been a very busy week on Netflix Canada with the addition 79 new movies and TV series to the library. Here’s what’s new on Netflix Canada, and the top 10s this week for November 6th, 2020. First of all, here are the past week’s top highlights on Netflix Canada: Aquaman (2018) Director: James Wan Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy | Runtime: 143 Minutes Cast: Jason Momoa, Amber Heard, Willem Dafoe, Patrick Wilson, Nicole Kidman Jason Mamoa proved how badass the character of Aquaman could be if given the chance....

Here’s the scenario: you’re running late for work, but when you get outside, your car is encased in ice. It looks more like a glazed donut than a vehicle. How can you get on your way as quickly as possible when you don’t have time to let the car’s defrost… defrost? We often get questions about the best de-icing methods: I’ve heard that a mixture of vinegar and water in a spray bottle can safely melt ice off your windshield so you don’t have to chip it with an ice scraper, but my husband says it will pock my windshield....

The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem – Picture: YES Netflix unexpectedly licensed The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem in May 2022 as a Netflix Original and we’ve got good news, it’s coming back for more episodes in July and in addition, it’s also been renewed for a full second season. Here’s what you need to know. At least 9 countries are now carrying the first 10 episodes of the series including Netflix in the United States, United Kingdom, Poland, France, Spain, and Israel....

The Thundermans – Picture: Nickelodeon The Thundermans just touched down on Netflix in the United States and is performing well in the TV and kids top 10s since its addition. With that said, Netflix only managed to nab the rights to the first two seasons and it seems unlikely that future seasons will head to Netflix. The series revolves around a wacky family of superheroes who each have different powers. Among the cast of the show includes Kira Kosarin, Jack Griffo, Addison Riecke, Diego Velazquez, Chris Tallman, Rosa Blasi, and Maya Le Clark....

On a hot summer’s day, you might be looking for a way to cool down your dog by giving them ice blocks to lick. You may also find that they have a love for playing in the snow and also occasionally eating it. Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Nia Perkins Veterinarian, DVM Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Nia Perkins Veterinarian, DVM The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research....

DC’s Pennyworth has just begun its first season run on Epix but could the series be coming to Netflix in the US or abroad? Here’s the current streaming status of Pennyworth. If you’re not familiar with Epix, that may be because you’re outside of the United States. It’s a premium cable channel that’s mostly known for their movies. It’s also had a hand in creating its own original titles with Perpetual Grace LTD and Deep State being two of the most well known....

After the overwhelming success of Bohemian Rapsody in 2018, many have been anticipating the release of the Elton John biopic Rocketman. Amongst critics and fans alike the film has been well received. But the most important question is, when will Rocketman be coming to Netflix? Sadly it may not arrive for some time. Here’s why. Rocketman is a biopic-musical based on the early career of Elton John. The film is directed by Dexter Fletcher who also had a hand in filming the last two weeks of Bohemian Rapsody after Bryan Singer left the project, although he was uncredited and instead was acknowledged as an executive producer....

Landscaping isn’t just about annuals and perennials. Trees are part of it, too. Even in the winter, trees add a lot to the look of your yard. Think dark bark against snow-covered branches, adding a visually stunning presence even after the leaves are long gone. Flowering trees go a step farther, providing vibrant color when spring rolls around and, with some varieties, during autumn as well. Here are a few of our favorite flowering trees to spruce up your yard and add the burst of color you’re looking for....

It’s no secret that cats love plants and being outdoors, but they can be a nuisance in the garden. Fortunately, there are a few plants that can keep cats away. Here are 10 that can help keep your garden cat free. These plants aren’t toxic or dangerous to cats, but they do have distinct smells that most cats hate. Read on to learn more about these pungent plants and where to put them for the best results!...

This is the time of year when just about everything grows. That includes poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, and other undesirable plants. Poison ivy is particularly annoying and difficult to remove from your property. Nearly 85% of the population is allergic to these plants — and the reaction to the plant’s urushiol (the oily substance that causes the rash) can vary. In some cases, highly-sensitive people can get a reaction simply by standing near the plant (a breeze carries it), while others can roll around and be perfectly content....

Netflix has been on an acquiring spree the past year, and the focus has been on blockbuster hits as well as films that are likely to be nominated for awards. In the latter category comes Lou, which is highly likely to score a nomination for actress Allison Janney who will portray the titular character. Lou will be directed by Anna Foerster who is known for her work on Outlander, Jessica Jones, Underworld: Blood Wars and Westworld....

Natural herbivores, horses love to dine on grass, hay, grain, and veggies. Many horse owners love treating their equine pal to delicious leafy treats, including carrots, apples, and cucumbers. But can horses eat celery? Yes, of course, they can! So, what are the benefits of feeding your horse celery? Let’s take a closer look at horses and this refreshing green vegetable. What is Celery? Image Credit: Pixabay Celery is a crunchy, green veggie that is part of the Apiaceae family, which also includes parsley, carrots, and parsnips....

Coming to Netflix this December is the final film of the late Chadwick Boseman’s career, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. The historical drama is certain to create a buzz for the Academy in 2021. We have everything you need to know about Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, including the plot, cast, and the official Netflix release date. Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom is an upcoming Netflix Original historical-drama directed by George C. Wolfe. The movie is based on August Wilson’s 1982 play of the same name and is adapted from Ruben Santiago-Hudson’s screenplay....

Spring is finally here and we’re heading into the fourth month of the year and what a start it’s been already for Netflix. Its Originals are knocking it out of the park and March, in particular, was a great month. If you’ve not been following our daily updates, then we’ve put together the full list of every title that was added to Netflix in the United States for March 2018. Although the total number of new titles added this month is certainly one of the lower figures in recent memory its quality surpasses previous months....

Anyone who spends time with their animals eventually starts to wonder if they see things the way that we do. Myths about horse vision are everywhere: Horses with blue eyes have more vision problems. Horses drink better out of blue buckets. Horses don’t like the color red. Horses are color blind. Puddles look like black holes to your horse. Horses see a fence with colored tape better than one without. Horses don’t remember what they see on one side of their body when they see it on the other....

Guillermo Del Toro is on a roll at Netflix. After delivering his first two major projects for the streamer in 2022, eyes are now looking toward his future under his overall deal. What’s on Netflix has learned Netflix is eying a Dr. Frankenstein movie with the creator, and Oscar Isaac is hoped to star. Editor’s note: this report was first published on December 5th and has been updated with additional details....

Weather records are broken all the time. Here’s a look back at some June weather oddities and record breakers over the years. June 1, 1812 — A Cold Day According to David Ludlum, a weather historian, snow was on the ground in Cleveland, OH, and Rochester NY. June 6, 1816—Temperature Extremes Salem, MA reached 92 degrees during an early heatwave, but then plunged 49 degrees in 24 hours. This, according to Ludlum, was the beginning of “the year without a summer....

The Nightmare Before Christmas – Picture: Disney The Nightmare Before Christmas is a holiday classic and as the festive season approaches, you may be wondering if you’re looking to stream the Tim Burton animated title on Netflix. Sadly, from 2019 the likelihood of it coming to Netflix are remote but we do have some good news for fans of the movie. The movie is often controversial. Not because of its content but most arguments are over whether it’s either a Halloween or Christmas movie....