Are knuckle dusters illegal in the US? While there are generally no regulations governing brass or plastic brass knuckles on the federal level, state or county-level legislation does exist. For instance, states such as Nevada, California, and New York all outlaw brass knuckles. Though, in laws where you can get…
A bovine refers to a domestic animal of the species Bos taurus (cattle) or Bubalus bubalis (water buffalo), and also includes hybrids like BeefaloBeefaloBeefalo constitute a hybrid offspring of domestic cattle (Bos taurus), usually a male in managed breeding programs, and the American bison (Bison bison), usually a female in…
Penal Code 21810 PC – Possession of “Brass Knuckles” in California. Under Penal Code 21810 PC, it is illegal in California to make, import, sell, give, or possess metal knuckles, or brass knuckles (“BKs”). This section is a wobbler, meaning prosecutors can elect to file the charge as either a…
Accordingly, bugs feel something like hunger and pain, and “perhaps very simple analogs of anger,” but no grief or jealousy. “They plan, but don’t imagine,” Klein says. Even so, insects’ highly distilled sense of self is a potential gift to the far-out study of consciousness. Yes, insects are animals. They…
News from the rainforests of Bolivia – the Brazil Nut crop this year is down by 60 – 70%, mostly due to El Nino. Bolivia produces about half the global supply, and reports that the pods are empty. Brazil nut shortage after drought triggers big price jump. The humble Brazil…
Mushroom Pikmin, sometimes known as Puffmin or Toadmin, are Pikmin who have been infected by a Puffstool’s spores. These odd Pikmin, as with the Puffstool, are only seen in Pikmin. The spores of the Puffstool cause affected Pikmin to morph into a strange form. Bulbmin are Pikmin that look like…
Although it is not a true pepper (Piper), its dried drupes are often sold as pink peppercorns, as are the fruits from the related species Schinus molle (Peruvian peppertree). The seeds can be used as a spice, adding a pepper-like taste to food. Brazilian pepper berries have been reported to…
Bulldogs are one of the few breeds that are naturally drawn to skateboarding. With great balancing abilities and the agility to propel and maneuver themselves with their powerful paws, they are a force to be reckoned with at the skate park! Bulldogs are one of the few dog breeds that…
They are very very messy as they leave a ton of small leaves on the ground along with these ugly dried out red peppers. It is a disaster when the wind blows. Brazilian Pepper is in the same family of plants as Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, and Poison Sumac and…
Bullet for My Valentine, often abbreviated as BFMV, are a Welsh heavy metal band from Bridgend, formed in 1998. The band is currently composed of Matthew Tuck (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Michael Paget (lead guitar, backing vocals), Jason Bowld (drums) and Jamie Mathias (bass guitar, backing vocals). ^ “Bullet for…