Clinton Road in NJ has become sort of an urban legend with not just one but quite a few different stories of haunting occurring on the road. It is creeping up to become one of the most haunted locations in the US with numerous different paranormal activities occurring on the road. We look at a few of them and determine whether they are facts or just myths.

Boy at Dead Man’s Curve

The boy on Clinton Road at Dead Man’s Curve is probably one of the most popular ghost sightings people talk about in reference to Clinton Road. There are different interpretations of this particular tale, some people say that if you through change, coins, into the water under the bridge a ghost boy throws it back while some even say that if you were to do this at night the boy can take your life. You will find numerous different stories that range from people getting their money thrown back to some even dying online. The backstory to his haunting is that a kid drowned in the water under the bridge trying to fetch his ball.

1. Found in the sea, a mantis shrimp can actually create a flash of light with its claws. The shrimp can move the claws so fast that it causes the water around it to boil creating a flash of light.
2. Have you ever heard the Spain’s national anthem? It actually is just a melody with no words.
3. We all know how beneficial honey is for us. But did you know that honey doesn’t go bad. You can have honey that was set out a hundred years ago and it would still be good.
4. The human body is quite interesting, did you know that when you breath. You inhale more from one half of the nose than you do the other. This also alternates every 15 minutes between the nostrils.
5. If you remove all the atoms in the world that make up humans then the entire population of the world can easily fit into an apple.
6. It would take 1.2 million mosquitoes to suck an average human once each to drain his whole blood out.
7. The Sumerians, Egyptians, Mayans, and Chinese all independently developed written language. This means, they had no interaction with one another and had written language before any interaction took place.
8. It takes a photon about 40,000 years to travel from the core of the sun to its surface. What is interesting is that traveling from the sun’s surface to the earth it only takes it about 8 minutes.
9. There is a difference of 66 years from the time men first took flight in 1903 with the Wright brothers and the time when we landed on the moon in 1969.
10. Only 1% of the Caribbean island are inhabited.
11. 70-80% of the world’s fresh water are stored in glaciers. Antarctic and the Arctic have 99% of the world’s glaciers.
12. The territory of the seven largest countries make up half the landmass of the world. These are: Australia, Argentina, Brazil, China, Canada, Russia, and USA.
13. There is a state in the world without a capital, which is Nauru.

Hope our unknown facts about the world have enlightened you and made you a little smarter than you were.

Not only are bananas delicious but they are also extremely healthy. They are abundant in nutrients, help with weight loss, and are even beneficial for digestion. Aside from this, bananas have other nutritional benefits which we have on our list for you.

 1. Banana is nutritional

​Bananas have grown to be one of the most popular fruits around the world. They vary in size, shape, and color but are like no matter the size, shape, or color. They also pack a lot of nutrients, a medium size banana which is about 118 grams contains the following:

• 9% of the daily required Potassium
• 33% of the daily required Vitamin B6
• 11% of the daily required Vitamin C
• 8% of the daily required Magnesium
• 10% of the daily required Copper
• 14% of the daily required Manganese
• 24 grams of net carbs
• 3.1 grams of fiber
• 1.3 grams of proteins
• 0.4 grams of fat

They are low in calories and fat so a wonderful way to consume a lot of the nutrients you need in the day.

 2. Contains nutrients that can help moderate blood sugar levels

Bananas contain pectin which is a fiver that gives the fleet its proper structural form. Slightly unripe bananas also contain resistant starch so with the two, pectin and resistant starch combined a banana can help moderate blood sugar levels. So having a banana after a meal can prove to be quite beneficial.

​3. Improves Digestive Health

As established above, a medium size banana contains 3 grams of fiber. Which make it a good source of fiber. Fiber is known to help with digestion of food but it doesn’t just stop there. Bananas contain resistant starch which helps the large intestine digest food easier with the help of beneficial gut bacteria.

4.​ Improve Heart Health

Banana is a wonderful source of potassium which is known to help control blood pressure. If you lack potassium in your diet then chances are you can face heart problems. If you have a potassium-rich diet then you automatically reduce the chances of heart disease by 27%. Incorporating a banana in your diet can help you get there.

​5. Power antioxidants

​Bananas contain two power antioxidants, catechins, and dopamine. These antioxidants have been linked to reducing the risks of degenerative and heart diseases.

​6. Excellent source of nutrients and snack after workouts

Bananas are quite popular with athletes. They provide them with the nutrients they need before and after workouts. It also reduces the chances of soreness and muscle cramps after workouts.

​7. Bananas help with weight loss

​There are two reasons how banana help with weight loss. It helps with digestion which allows for food to be digested in a better manner and pass through the body. It also helps your stomach feel slightly fuller so you don’t stuff yourself. This makes it a wonderful snack to have when you are hungry rather than eating junk food.

While most ghost hunters would disagree with what psychologists have to say about paranormal activity. There is numerous research backing the psychologist's claims. However, we feel that even with all the research there are at times incidents which cannot easily be explained by just study and out of this world experience can occur.

Ghost hunting has become sort of a sport in the past few decades. With the help of technology, you can now easily try to hunt for ghosts and try to explain these phenomenon. However, even with the advanced technology it is rarely conclusive that there is paranormal activity. The hunters rely on heat detecting technology along with cameras to capture these activities and you will rarely see instances where something actually appears. The fact that these are caught on tape also makes you wonder if it is actually real or all staged.

The turtle shell is generally referred to as a shielding part of a turtle’s anatomy. However, the shell is a lot more than just a shield. It is a vital part of the turtle’s anatomy. So not only does it provide protection but the shell has a specific function.

The shell of the turtle is a part of its body, not just something it carries around. The shell itself is made of plates of bones and below that you find the plastron while the upper part is known as carapace. The carapace aspect of the shell holds the spinal column and the ribs. It the shell is damaged the turtle will bleed through it, think of the shell like your fingernails. It is a hard substance that is part of your body but if you injure it, blood will seep through.

The shell serves as an armor for the turtle. When it is attacked by predators, it can easily take haven in the shell. The structure of the shell is hard enough to withstand scratches from smaller predators.

Can a turtle survive without its shell?

In short, no. You will find very rare cases in which a turtle survives without it’s shell. As mentioned above, the shell houses a lot of the organs and houses the ribs and spinal column of the turtle. So without the shell, a turtle would not be able to survive for too long, if at all.

There have been instances where a turtle have outgrown their shell. At this point the turtle may feel discomfort but remain in the shell. The scutes on the shell start to peel off, sort of shed and make way for new, larger scutes to grow.

When the game was invented by Naismith, there were 13 original rules that the players had to abide by:

1. The ball is allowed to be thrown in any direction with either or both hands

2. The ball may be knocked away with either or both hands

3. A player is not allowed to run while in possession of the ball, and the ball must be thrown from the spot upon catching it. An exception is made for players whose momentum takes them forward several paces after catching the ball.

4. The ball must be held in either hand or between both hands. The arms and body are not to be used for holding.

5. No shouldering, pushing, tripping or hitting opponents is strictly forbidden. The first violation will be counted as a foul, and a second violation will disqualify the player until a goal is made. If a player committed this foul with the intention of causing injury, then the player is disqualified from the whole game without substitute.

6. A foul is striking the ball with a balled-fist.

7. If a team commits three consecutive fouls, then a point will be awarded to the opponents.

8. A goal is recorded when the ball is thrown or batted into the basket and remains there. If the ball is on the edge of the basket and an opposing player moves the basket then it will count as a goal.

9. When the ball is out of bounds, the ball should be thrown back into the field and played by the person who makes contact with the ball first. If there is a dispute regarding who touched the ball first, the umpire will throw the ball straight into the field. The person who is throwing the ball in is given five seconds to act before the ball is given to the opposing team. If both teams continue holding the ball with the intent of delaying the game then both teams will be given fouls.

10. The umpire judges the players and notes any violations. He is also to report to the referee when three consecutive fouls were made.

11. The referee will become judge of the ball and decide when it is in play, in bounds, and which side has possession of the ball, as well as act as timekeeper. The referee decides whether a goal is made and keeps account of how many goals were made.

12. Playing time is two 15-minute halves with a 5-minute break between halves.

13. The team with more goals is declared the winner. If a game ends in a draw, then both team captains can decide whether to continue to game until a team scores the next goal to decide the winner.

The first-ever game of basketball was a 9-on-9 game played between Naismith’s students. In the beginning, basketball was played with a peach basket and a soccer ball. A scored ball rested within the basket and had to be poked out using a stick.

The YMCA played a significant role in introducing the sport throughout North America and eventually the world. During World War I, Naismith spent two years with the YMCA in France. During the war, American troops would take the essentials and play basketball whenever possible.

The very first basketball professional league, called the National Basketball League, was founded in 1898 and consisted of six original teams, but was disbanded after only six years. Several other leagues were established but eventually fell apart after only a short period. However, between 1920 and 1939, three professional leagues were established (Eastern Basketball League, Metropolitan Basketball League, and American Basketball League) and are mainly responsible for shaping the way the game is played today.

Basketball became a tremendously popular sport in colleges all over the US. The first known college team to play was from Vanderbilt University and played against the local YMCA in 1983. The first recorded game between opposing college teams was a 9-on-9 match held in 1985. The match was between Hamline University and Minnesota A&M, with Minnesota winning 9-3.

Europe instantly took to basketball when it was introduced to the continent, but it wasn’t until 1932 that the first international organization when established. Argentina and several European countries formed the International Basketball Federation in Greece. This was the first stepping stone for the sport to become officially played in the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games.

In 1946, the Basketball Association of America was established and became the largest North American basketball league. Three years later, they became the infamous NBA we know today. The American Basketball Association (ABA) was made in 1967 as an alternative to the NBA. The league is responsible for making the sport as exciting and lively as it is today with the implementation of colorful balls, play styles, and the 3-point shot. However, the ABA folded in 1976 and was absorbed by the NBA. Four of the ABA’s largest franchises (NY Nets, Denver Nuggets, Indiana Pacers, and San Antonio Spurs) were incorporated into the NBA. After being acquired, the NBA soon continued the excitement-filled game style of the ABA and the 3-point shot.

Basketball has always been an American favorite, and apparently the world seems to agree that the game is worthy of praise. To date, there are multiple international leagues, numerous continental leagues, and competitive games are played at the high school and even junior high school levels. Although the rules of the game have been changed in order to suit the growing players (in the 1930s, the average height was 6-feet; today, it is 6-feet-7), most of the original 13 rules devised by Naismith persist until today.