The first known historical mention of salted fish being combined with cooked rice and fermenting is found in a fourth-century Chinese dictionary. Historians believe this to be the first concept of sushi in print. While we may never get a definitive answer as to how and when sushi was invented, we can learn all there is to know about modern sushi.
We learn throughout our lives. So, why not make the process more enjoyable? Remembering dates or facts, reading dozens of articles, and solving complex tasks are obviously hard for everyone. What’s more, our brain prefers things it’s already familiar with. That’s why it chooses to scroll social media and not write a 5-page essay.
A washing machine requires regular maintenance practices improving its efficiency, workability and durability. Just like other appliances, a washing machine can be prone to faults and damage. For example, the sewage smell in washing machines can be a result of lack of adequate maintenance and impaired functioning ability due to damages.
This infographic explores 40 shoe styles from cultures around the world. This includes ancient shoes, traditional shoes, high fashion shoes, functional work shoes, bizarre shoes, and more. Many of the shoes are deeply interwoven with the country’s history and culture.
Covid-19 has taken a serious toll on America, particularly in correctional facilities. It’s estimated that 1 in 5 prisoners has contracted Covid-19, as opposed to 1 in 20 in the general population. Correctional facilities have unique challenges in the pandemic as individuals cannot social distance.
We think it’s fair to say 2020 was a strange year. The world was introduced to the bizarre and intriguing cast of Tiger King. Tye Dye made a major comeback. Video games Fall Guys and Among Us came out of nowhere. And of course the everlasting Coronavirus pandemic continued on. With the year finally in the rear view window, ACE Cash Express’ team looks back fondly at some of the most popular search trends of 2020.
As if the strain on physical health is not enough, COVID-19 has left people in a state of fear, panic, and anxiety. Many people reported having difficulty sleeping because they were worried about what might happen to them or their family if one of them got sick with the virus. In this infographic, discover why you may be susceptible to mental stress and learn about the different preventive measures that you can take to keep your mental health in check.
When it comes to buying kitchen knives, there are many points and styles to consider. With kitchen knives, you have to consider what job the knife will need to do before you pick one. From there, choosing the right knife will be down to personal preference. Here is an infographic that takes a look at several common kitchen knives and their uses.
From the earliest incarnations that saw us travel slowly across land or sea, to the multi-billion dollar industry that can cross almost any terrain all over the world, transport is constantly changing. This infographic breaks down a long period of history into five simple and impactful examples of the transport that shaped each era.
There have been numerous natural disasters in recent history, ranging from the January 2010 earthquake that struck Haiti, to Cyclone Aila, which hit Bangladesh and India in May of 2009, killing approximately 330 people, and affecting upwards of 1 million. The following infographic lists the 10 worst disasters in human history:
