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AURORA BOREALIS.

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↬ The aurora borealis, also called ''The Northern Lights'', is a multi-colored brilliant light show in the Earth's atmosphere that is caused by the collision of gas particles, with charged electrons from the sun's atmosphere. It is most often viewed at high latitudes close to the magnetic north pole. Usually is only seen in places like Alaska, Canada, and Norway. In addition we have also the aurora australis (Southern Lights) but in the southern hemisphere. Green is the most common color to see, while red is the rarest. In general colors can also appear to flow, from various shapes and dance in the sky. This happens because the collisions between the atoms and the charged particles are constanly shifting along the magnetic currents of the Earth's atmosphere, and the reactions of these collisions follow the currents. The peak of aurora activity typically follows an eleven sunspot cycle (for example, in this case, 2013 - 2024). During times of sunspots the sun...
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EMILY DICKINSON.

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↬ She is remembered for her unique  poetry. Emily was born on 10th December 1830, in the town of Amherst, Massachusetts.  Her family were pillars of the local community; their house known as “The Homestead” or “Mansion” was often used as a meeting place for distinguished visitors. Since she was a child, she showed of having a high intelligence. In addition, she used to have a passion and a talent for writing. A crucial issue at the time was the issue of religion, which to Emily was the “all important question”. The Calvinist approach to religion believed that men were inherently sinful and most humans were doomed to hell. There was only a small number who would be saved, and this could only be achieved by the adherent proclaiming his faith in Jesus Christ, as the true Saviour. Emily always had ''her'' view towards the matter of religion: she never accepted the doctrine of ''original sin''. Emily was a bright student, but after a ersistent cough develop...
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HALLOWEEN. Halloween is one of the oldest parties in the world, guest of honour mostly in North America and Canada. In Europe is less heard, but lately is growing because the new generations are more educated to this kind of party. In Austria the tradition is allow some bread, water and a lit light to welcome the dead persons. In Belgium the custom is switch candles in their memory, while in Slovacchia the chairs are situated in front of fireplace, one for each family member, alive or dead. In Germany the knives are set fown to ensure that the spirits don't hurt. In England is widespread the typical trick or treat, but in Ireland the traditions are still rooted. The bonfires are lit and children dress up. After they and the adults going to some parties. A food that is often consumed is the ''barnbrack'' (cake of fruit). In Sweden is celebrated from thirty one October to 6th of november, while in Italy and in France this party is only seen as an americanisation.  ...
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