[Answer] To what city do Muslims turn their faces during prayer?

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During prayer, Muslims turn to face the Kaaba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. They face Mecca because it is Muhammad's birthplace and the holiest city of Islam. In 610 CE, Muhammad received the first of his revelations from God on a mountain outside Mecca.

Muslim prayer should be performed five times a day (before sunrise, at noon, in the afternoon, after sunset and at night). On Fridays every Muslim who has reached the age of majority, is required to listen to the sermon in the mosques. All Muslims are encouraged to make the Hajj at least once in their lifetime. The Hajj involves a pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, the birthplace of Islam.

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[Answer] Who keeps Blind Snakes as their pets?

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Owls keep little snakes as their pets. Eastern screech owls bring blind snakes to their nests to rid them of larvae and parasites so their babies will grow faster and stronger. The snakes don’t seem to mind, because they hang around and eat like crazy until the nestlings hatch and then slither back down to find a new home underground.

Texas blind snakes can be found in arid grasslands and desert fringes as long as moisture and surface cover, such as rocks and logs, are available. They can be found from sea level to roughly 2100 m. Plant species that are prevalent in preferred habitat include yucca, cacti, and thornbush. It is common to find these snakes in prairie grasslands and oak-juniper woodlands, as well as on canyon bottoms and rocky hillsides. Texas blind snakes have been known to take advantage of water sources and compost piles common in suburban settings.

Puzzled by the owls' snake-sparing behaviour, the scientists studied their nests for a period of time. They found that while some of the blind snakes did get eaten by the owl chicks, most ended up burrowing into the debris at the bottom of the nest, where they would continue to live for days, out of sight – and beak – of the birds.

But there was more. Close inspection revealed that nests with snakes in them had far fewer bugs. It turns out the reptilian roomies weren't just surviving in their new digs – they were also finding food:

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[Answer] Was a microwave invented by accident?

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Some inventions have amazing stories behind, so does the microwave - a thing we can't live without today. In the 1940's Percy Spencer noticed his chocolate bar melted in his pocket after standing in front of an active radar set working on magnetrons. Percy, being an expert in radar tube designing, decided to conduct an experiment. He ended up creating a high density electromagnetic field in a metal box. Thus, this metal box now heats up our burritos today thankfully to Percy Spencer.

[Answer] To what city do Muslims turn their faces during prayer?

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During prayer, Muslims turn to face the Kaaba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. They face Mecca because it is Muhammad's birthplace and the holiest city of Islam. In 610 CE, Muhammad received the first of his revelations from God on a mountain outside Mecca.

Muslim prayer should be performed five times a day (before sunrise, at noon, in the afternoon, after sunset and at night). On Fridays every Muslim who has reached the age of majority, is required to listen to the sermon in the mosques. All Muslims are encouraged to make the Hajj at least once in their lifetime. The Hajj involves a pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, the birthplace of Islam.

More Info: www.islamicsupremecouncil.org

[Answer] What is this called?

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A choker is a close-fitting necklace worn around the neck, typically 14 inch to 16 inch in length. Chokers can be made of a variety of materials, including velvet, plastic, beads, latex, leather, metal, such as silver, gold, or platinum, etc. They can be adorned in a variety of ways, including with sequins, studs, or a pendant.

Golden choker necklaces were crafted by Sumerian artisans around 2500 BC and according to curators from the Jewelry Museum of Fine Arts, chokers have been around for thousands of years, appearing in Ancient Egypt, in addition to the Sumerians in Mesopotamia. Often made with gold or lapis, the necklaces were thought to be protective and imbued with special powers.

Chokers were also later worn in the First Century A.D. They are mentioned in the Talmud, book Shabbat, chapter 6 as a common women's accessory.

In the 2010s, the choker became a popular fashion among transgender women, due not only to its association with femininity, but also because of its potential to hide the Adam's apple without performing a tracheal shave.

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[Answer] Kyoto’s Arashiyama is famous for what natural attraction?

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...Located on the far west side of Kyoto, the Arashiyama district is home to rich cultural history and abundant natural elements. Avoid the crowds of tourists at the Togetsu-kyo Bridge, and instead take a visit to the famous bamboo grove. The shaded path, lined by towering stalks of bamboo, is one of the most photographed spots in the area. The uphill climb leads to the entrance of the Okochi-Sanso Villa.

[Answer] What is NOT a reason people visit shrines in Japan?

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...While Japanese people go to shrines for many reasons, there are also things that are discouraged on a visit. People who are in mourning, sick, or have an injury should wait to visit a shrine, as those are signs of impurity. The shrines also have water fountains with ladles for cleansing your hands and mouth before you enter, a sign of respect and purification before visiting the gods.