Why does Mario have a black mustache?

 Posted on August 18, 2024  |  6 minutes  |  1171 words  |  Aldo Pusey

What really happened was that, when drawing the character, it became much easier to draw the mustache as an extension of the outline of his nose. Using that same color of black, we drew the mustache. Why does Super Mario have a mustache? As it turns out, the artist behind the 8-bit classics Donkey Kong and Super Mario Bros., Shigeru Miyamoto, basically had to draw Mario that way. In order to distinguish the nose from the rest of the face, he added in the mustache (remember, the paper-to-digital design back in the '80s wasn't as intuitive as it is now). [Read More]

1977 Duel in the Sun Crowned The Open's Greatest Finish

 Posted on August 17, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  560 words  |  Reinaldo Massengill

The Duel in the Sun between Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus at Turnberry in 1997 has been voted The Open's greatest finish in Glenmorangie's vote 1977 Duel in the Sun Crowned The Open's Greatest Finish After two months of voting for The Open's greatest finish, Glenmorangie, The Spirit of The Open, has announced that 1977's Duel in the Sun came up trumps. The Duel in the Sun saw two of the game's greats, Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus, go toe-to-toe over the final 36 holes which Watson won by a stroke. [Read More]

Best Wedding Day Hair Advice

 Posted on August 17, 2024  |  11 minutes  |  2176 words  |  Aldo Pusey

As a bride planning her upcoming fall wedding, I get it—you want to look like the absolute best version of yourself. And, after you find “the dress,” thinking about how you’ll style the look is up next. Accessories come first (you’ll need the shoes for your first fitting, jewelry at your second, and the full look for the third), but beauty should follow suit, and be dictated by your personal style, your neckline, and what will make for jaw-dropping photo moments. [Read More]

Can you metal detect in state parks in Iowa?

 Posted on August 17, 2024  |  5 minutes  |  970 words  |  Aldo Pusey

Metal detecting can be an exciting and rewarding hobby for enthusiasts, but it’s essential to understand the rules and regulations surrounding this activity. If you are interested in metal detecting in state parks in Iowa, there are certain guidelines you should be aware of. These regulations aim to protect the natural resources and preserve the historical integrity of the parks while ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all visitors. Can I Metal Detect in Iowa State Parks? [Read More]

Disney's Chief Diversity Officer Latondra Newton to Exit

 Posted on August 17, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  543 words  |  Larita Shotwell

Disney‘s chief diversity officer is leaving the entertainment conglomerate after a six-year run. Latondra Newton, who joined the Burbank-based studio in Feb. 2017 after leading Toyota’s inclusion efforts, is leaving Disney “to pursue other endeavors,” wrote chief human resources officer Sonia Coleman in a memo on Tuesday. Newton is said to be joining another corporate board as she steps away from Disney. A search for a new chief of diversity, inclusion and equity efforts is set to begin. [Read More]

Dr. Martens Carlson Clogs Launched in the U.S. Exclusively at Zappos

 Posted on August 17, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  397 words  |  Martina Birk

Even those of us who don’t consider ourselves to be “punk” have a soft spot for Dr. Martens, the brand that made orthotic-friendly footwear cool. I was first introduced to it through Pinterest and Tumblr, where the grungy shoes were being paired with cut-off denim shorts, American Apparel tennis skirts and tights, and vintage-inspired dresses. (Can you tell I idolized Alexa Chung?) But for many, the brand  — from its Mary Janes to classic boots — has long been a wardrobe staple, for both comfort and style. [Read More]

How far apart are wall studs above fireplace?

 Posted on August 17, 2024  |  5 minutes  |  889 words  |  Reinaldo Massengill

Answer The spacing between wall studs should be consistent (typically 16 inches) “You may just measure over to your mount location to identify them (on centre in the US). Also, how far apart do the studs above the fireplace have to be? The fireplace wall should have studs at 16″ on centre and be as sturdy as every other wall in the construction, unless the builder really scrimped and placed the studs at 24″ on centre for non-load-bearing walls. [Read More]

How to build a conservatory that wont devalue your home

 Posted on August 17, 2024  |  11 minutes  |  2207 words  |  Martina Birk

Gasps of horror would have been heard up and down the country last week when it was suggested that the conservatory, that stalwart of the middle-class home, could actually devalue your home. According to Andy Bayes of property company House Buyer Bureau, buyers are put off by a naff- looking conservatory that is hard to heat – and costs around £2,000 to demolish – and thus, the bureau has calculated, it could knock £15,000 off the value of a house. [Read More]

Inside Bethenny Frankel And Jason Hoppy's Troubled Relationship

 Posted on August 17, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  238 words  |  Martina Birk

Despite their very contentious breakup, Bethenny Frankel and Jason Hoppy continued living together, which the RHONY star described as "brutal, horrendous, [and] excruciating" in 2014. According to People, Bethenny claimed in court, "He would not let me be alone with Bryn in the apartment." Adding that Jason would "stare at [her] with a menacing face," she alleged that he'd climb into the bed if Bethenny was laying with Bryn.  In addition to Bethenny accusing Jason of locking her dog, Cookie, in their storage unit, she claimed that he left once Cookie at a dog hotel, but refused to share Cookie's whereabouts for hours. [Read More]

Ja Rules net worth in spotlight as he accepts bookings on iconn.me

 Posted on August 17, 2024  |  4 minutes  |  749 words  |  Larita Shotwell

Rapper Ja Rule’s net worth has come into question once again, and 50 Cent is letting everyone know about the hip-hop star’s side hustle. With Ja now publicly accepting bookings for private parties and the video from one such gig going viral, 50 is having fun at his foe’s expense. That begs questions about how much money Ja Rule has in his bank account and why he is finding it necessary to engage in all the new extra work. [Read More]