The first freestanding statuary was designed by the Archaic Greeks, a recognized success since until then the only carvings in existence were reliefs cut into walls and columns. Kouros figures, statues of young, good-looking male or female (kore) Greeks, made up the majority of the statues. Regarded as by Greeks to represent beauty, the kouroi were

The first example of a sugary drinks tax in the USA came in February 2014, when it was approved by the city of Berkley, California. The taxation is supposed to reduce sugary drink consumption and boost the consumption of healthier drinks, such as water from fountains. Research was executed to find out the reputation of local drinking water fountain

Garden fountains nowadays are typically made from metal, though you can find them in other materials too. Those made from metals have clean lines and attractive sculptural elements, and are flexible enough to fit any budget and decor. Your landscaping should complement the style of your house. At present, copper is quite prevalent for sculptural ga

Thinking back, what was your most unforgettable trip? What made it the best trip ever? Was it the place? That was probably a major component. Though, the people who accompanied you were instrumental in making it memorable. Sometimes a pleasant holiday with your friends and/or family is really all you seek. And other times, you want to get a

While river cruises and ocean cruises share a number of similarities, there are also various — and considerable — differences between the two. The ships for ocean cruises are generally more substantial than those used for river cruises, and have more features in the individual rooms. Many additional travelers can t