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PUBLISHED: 09:30 16 August 2017 | UPDATED: 09:30 16 August 2017 Megan Aldous Elvis Presley as he presents sergeant's stripes during his career as a soldier in the US Army. Picture: EPA Archant It’s been 40 years since Elvis Presley passed away. We’ve pulled together 50 facts to celebrate The King and recall your favourite memories. [embedded content] 1. Elvis Presley ’s family tree can be traced back to Morning Dove White , a Cherokee on his mother’s side. 2. Elvis’ twin brother, Jessie Garon, was born at 4am on 8 January 1935 but was dead by the time Elvis was born. There is no evidence that Elvis used to talk to his dead twin. 3. Elvis Aaron Presley was born at 435am on 8 January 1935 at the family home, no more than a shack, in Tupelo, Mississippi. 4. In 1937, Elvis’ father, Vernon Elvis Presley , sold a hog to his landlord for $4. He was arrested for changing the cheque to $14 and was sent to the notorious penitentiary, Parchman Farm. 5. As a child, Elvis attended the Firs...

It's no secret college dorm rooms contain smaller living quarters than most other homes. Many students experience a large adjustment when first moving into their new residence. No longer can they store 25 pairs of shoes and every outfit they own, they must learn to condense their personal belongings down to their necessities. This transition from having anything and everything at one's disposal to inhabiting a small space with fellow students can result in a major predicament. According to a survey of 442 students conducted by Dormbuys.com, six out of 10 students feel the size of their college dorm room is uncomfortably small. Ninety-four percent believe creating a more spacious, livable dorm room adds to a positive college experience . To create such an environment, students recommend several space saving ideas : First, loft the bed. This is a process of elevating the bed 8 to 12 feet off the floor and freeing space beneath to use as storage. Another option are bed riser ...