It has been a longstanding tradition of adults to worry about the overuse of gaming as a leisurely activity. Their fears are not without reason, of course. While these are valid concerns, studies have also shown gaming can do good as well, often outweighing the potential concerns. Playing as much as 22 hours a week can even positively affect your cognitive abilities.
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Orangutans, also known as the man of the forest, can be found in their nests in the high canopies of trees in Bornean rain forests. The orangutan population has been greatly diminished over the years as a direct result of deforestation linked to palm oil production. So, what can we do to protect the Bornean orangutan population?
With the unfolding of autumn came one of the year’s most important celebrations of cultural diversity across the United States: Hispanic Heritage Month. Every year, from September 15th to October 15th, this celebration pays tribute to the contributions of Hispanic communities to American society.
Edward Hopper was an American painter during the early progressive era, made famous for his oil paintings. Born in 1882 in Nyack, New York, Hopper was always been inspired by his surroundings. This can be seen in his early portrayals of landscapes and small town scenes, similar to where he was raised in Nyack.