Aviva Directory
Aviva Directory
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| A Siberian Mystery |
| On June 30th 1908, there was an explosion in central Siberia. That fact alone may not seem particularly remarkable, but when other aspects of the explosion are taken into consideration, you may wonder how an event so big on a global scale could remain a total mystery, even to this day. |
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| Fascinating Facts About Ancient Nubia |
| Nubia is the ancient name of the land directly south of Egypt. This ancient kingdom straddled the Nile River between the first and sixth cataracts where navigation has traditionally been a tricky affair at any time. By land, Nubia was surrounded by deserts. |
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| Facts About Medical Inventions from History |
| Some of the earliest evidence of medical instruments comes from Babylon c.1800 B.C. A surgeon’s use of a bronze knife is referenced in Hammurabi’s Code in which it states that if a patient dies due to the surgeon’s use of the knife, the surgeon’s hand “shall be cut off.” |
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| Dentists |
| I have mixed feelings about dentists. They tend to be pleasant people, but they still cause much discomfort. When the visit involves a checkup and cleaning, the first few minutes are spent with the hygienist. |
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