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Flynn Rider, Rapunzel's love interest, is actually Bastian. The choice of his fictitious name is a reference to the famous actor Errol Flynn, who became famous worldwide for playing the friendly thief Robin Hood in the 1938 film, "The Adventures of Robin Hood".
Disney's version has many variations on the original story, published in 1837. For example, the sea witch is a marginal character in the book - she has no name. In the cartoon, she is known as Ursula, with visual characteristics inspired by the famous drag queen and actress Divine. Another variation is that the ending is different: in the tale, the mermaid disappears and turns into an ethereal spirit, ..know more
Magusto is a festival between October and November, associated with dates such as Saint Simon's Day, All Saints' Day and Saint Martin's Day. It is celebrated around bonfires, roasting chestnuts with jeropiga, açaí or new wine. The brave jump over the bonfire, and "filling" it with ashes is part of the tradition. Despite the rain in autumn, "Saint Martin's summer" brings sunshine. ..know more
Transition metal complex compounds have been attracting attention in the field of chemistry due to their varied structures and intense colors. These materials are formed when a transition metal binds to different molecules or ions called ligands, creating geometric arrangements such as octahedral, tetrahedral, or square-planar shapes. Each type of geometry directly influences the chemical behavior ..know more
Yoga is a practice that originated in ancient India and has been gaining more and more followers around the world. More than a physical exercise, yoga is recognized as a philosophy of life, focused on balance between body, mind, and spirit.
With roots in the Vedas and Upanishads and systematized in the Yoga Sutras, the term “yoga” means union. This concept represents the integration of the physical, ..know more
The Earth is composed of several layers that differ in composition, temperature, and physical properties. At the core, located at the center of the planet, there are two parts: the inner core, solid and primarily made of iron and nickel, and the outer core, liquid, responsible for generating Earth’s magnetic field. Above the core lies the mantle, a thick layer of hot and semi-solid rocks that move ..know more
Juan Pujol García (1912–1988), codename Garbo, was the spy who fooled Hitler on his own. He created a fictional network of 27 agents that never existed, sending detailed reports with deliberately human errors. His cunning changed the course of the war.
Who he was
• Spanish, ordinary childhood
• Initially uninterested in politics
• Offered his services to the British and then deceived ..know more
Yoga stands out not only as a physical practice but as a complete lifestyle, integrating mindful eating, adequate sleep, and healthy habits. Beyond exercises, its techniques promote mindfulness, self-care, and emotional balance, bringing overall well-being in modern daily life.
Yoga for Everyone
The practice can be adapted for different audiences, including children, seniors, pregnant ..know more
The clash between Flamengo and Palmeiras has become one of the most compelling matchups in recent Libertadores history. Flamengo brings its explosive attack, star-studded squad, and a fan base that treats every decisive match as destiny. Palmeiras counters with tactical discipline, competitive consistency, and the experience earned from deep tournament runs. The final in Lima adds another layer of ..know more
The long-awaited 5th season of Stranger Things, which will mark the end of the series, already has a confirmed date and promises an epic conclusion. Netflix has announced that it will feature eight episodes, released in three parts. This final season takes place in the fall of 1987, with a time jump from the events of season 4. Hawkins is under military quarantine, Eleven must stay hidden, and the ..know more
The Pico Paraná, at 1,877 meters, is the highest point in southern Brazil and is located in the Serra do Mar, between the municipalities of Antonina and Campina Grande do Sul, in Paraná. Its geological formation dates back to the Precambrian period, millions of years ago, when tectonic uplift and erosion processes formed its igneous and granitic rocks. The name “Paraná” comes from the Tupi language ..know more
Virginia Hall (1906–1982) was an American agent during World War II who defied every stereotype. A woman, a foreigner, and with a prosthetic leg — which she nicknamed “Cuthbert” — she embodied everything the Nazis underestimated. Even so, she became the most dangerous agent in occupied France.
Who she was
• American, former diplomatic service candidate
• Lost part of her leg in an accident
• ..know more