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Saturday 12 January 2019

E-cigarettes Are Bad For Your Lungs

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According to a recent study from The American Physiological Society, e-cigarettes are bad for you. Scientists found out, that Acrolein was detected both in the E-cig liquid (unburnt/vaporized), and in the vapor. They said this indicates that some of the negative effects are probably independent of vaporizing temperature.

Unreal Places To Visit Around The Globe

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There are so many exotic places around the world that needs to be visited. Here are just a couple of these sites. Of course, there are many more - maybe you've been to a similar beauty spot and it's not listed here..please comment the name/location.

Friday 11 January 2019

Sparkling Water: Millennial Fad or Healthy Alternative?

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Sparkling waters are en vogue as a healthy, refreshing alternative to soft drinks and alcohol. Some claim sparkling water has injurious effects, such as reducing bone mineral density, but research shows such claims are overstated or outright myths. Not all sparkling waters are created equal, though. While some are just as hydrating as plain water, others can be unhealthy if not consumed in moderation.

Thursday 10 January 2019

Despite What You've Been Told: You Are Not 'Left-Brained' Or 'Right-Brained'


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From self-help and business success books to job applications and smartphone apps, the theory that the different halves of the human brain govern different skills and personality traits is a popular one.
No doubt at some point in your life you've been schooled on 'left-brained' and 'right-brained' thinking - that people who use the right side of their brains most are more creative, spontaneous and subjective, while those who tap the left side more are more logical, detail-oriented and analytical. Too bad it's not true.

Wednesday 9 January 2019

Not to put you off your next sea cruise, however......

I've been on a sea cruise in moderate windy conditions before. That was bad enough, but nothing like this. Thus if you booked and ready for that long-awaited sea cruise....I trust it will be smooth sailing.

10 Interesting Facts About Roses That Will Astound You

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Are you a rose lover? Here are some of the most exciting facts about roses that will make you experience the unfathomable beauty of these flowers in an innovative way. Used worldwide as an ingredient of rich perfumes, the rose has been a timeless inspiration for artists, poets or song composers.

Railway On The Doorstep In Hanoi


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This railway line passes right through the residential neighborhood and commercial area of Hanoi, Vietnam. Twice a day, the trains pass through the downtown, merely inches away from the doorsteps of buildings.
The people in Hanoi know the schedule of the trains well. At just about 4 pm and 7 pm every day, you suddenly notice people start to get into their homes and in the front yard where kids were playing and women were cutting vegetables is suddenly replaced by rushing steel and noise.

Tuesday 8 January 2019

Have You Ever Read Your Shampoo Bottle?


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Next time you take a shower, use your fanciest natural herbal shampoo, your fanciest natural herbal conditioner, and your fanciest natural liquid soap. Then use your expensive moisturizer. And while you're doing all that, look at the ingredients they list on their labels.

Monday 7 January 2019

Coping with Crosswind Difficulties

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Some landing and take-off highlights in awkward wind conditions this winter. Note the frequent flexing of the planes' wings in response to the turbulence. Of the five 'missed approaches' shown, three diverted to other airports, two were 'go arounds' and landed successfully on second attempt.

Sunday 6 January 2019

America's Loneliest Road - U.S. Route 50

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U.S. Route 50 is a major east–west highway, connecting Ocean City, Maryland and West Sacramento, California. Stretching 3,000 miles (4,800 km), the route runs through mostly rural areas in the Western part of the US.
It includes the section through Nevada known as 'The Loneliest Road in America.'



Dirty Money: A Jungle Of Microbial Thrives In Your Wallet


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You may have heard that dollar bills harbor trace amounts of drugs. But those greenbacks in your wallet are hiding far more than cocaine and the flu. They're teeming with life!
Each dollar bill carries about 3,000 types of bacteria on its surface, scientists have found. Most are harmless. But cash also has DNA from drug-resistant microbes. And your money may even have a smudge of anthrax and diphtheria. In other words, your wallet is a portable petri dish....

Saturday 5 January 2019

The Worlds Most Deadliest Animal

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What would you say is the most dangerous animal on Earth? Sharks? Snakes? Humans? Of course the answer depends on how you define dangerous. If you're judging by how many people are killed by an animal every year, then the answer isn't any of the above. It's mosquitoes. When it comes to killing humans, no other animal even comes close.
Mosquitoes carry devastating diseases. The worst is malaria, which kills more than 600,000 people every year; another 200 million cases incapacitate people for days at a time. It threatens half of the world's population and causes billions of dollars in lost productivity annually.

Friday 4 January 2019

Home Remedies To Stop Hair Fall and Regrowth

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Hair fall is a big trouble for everyone lately and the reason of hair fall is our busy life style and food. Other major factor is pollution thus if you are facing serious hair fall then consult to the doctor or take treatment for this. Sometimes if a person is on medicine for a long time, then it can be a another reason of hair fall. Here are some home remedies to help stop hair fall.

South Africa's Tswaing Meteorite Crater

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Tswaing, meaning “place of salt” in the Setswana language, is an ancient impact crater outside the metropolis of Pretoria in South Africa’s Gauteng province. The Tswaing Crater formed some 220,000 years ago when a giant meteorite slammed into the Earth, creating a half-mile-wide crater and destroying all vegetation within a 25-mile radius.

Disney has been hiding a secret message in its movies for years


Something has been hiding in countless animated movies that you have watched by Disney and Pixar. You have probably seen it time and time again without ever realizing it: A113. 
This combination of a letter and numbers has been appearing in animated movies for years. Don't believe it? An online movie enthusiast was scouring through these movies to find examples and came up with plenty from both Pixar and Disney movies. The hidden message is everywhere.

Thursday 3 January 2019

The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Netflix, HBO, Amazon Prime, and Hulu in January 2019

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Every month, tons of new movies and TV shows become available to stream for free for subscribers to Netflix Instant, HBO Now, Amazon Prime, and Hulu. With so many different streaming services, it can be hard to keep track of them all—especially if you belong to more than one. Below, we present to you the ultimate streaming guide(All titles arrive Jan 1 2019, unless otherwise specified).

FIRE ANTS - one of the world’s most invasive species...

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The red imported fire ant is one of the world’s most invasive species. Its sting delivers a burning poison that kills living tissue. Together groups of ants devour deer fawns, baby birds, reptiles, and almost any other source of protein they can get their mandibles on. 

Wednesday 2 January 2019

It's A New Year...Time To Slim Your Wallet Down


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Having a Fat Wallet is nothing to be ashamed of. Sure you have a slim phone and slim laptop but when it comes to wallets, it's something you've probably never thought much about. Here are some tips on how you can slim your wallet for the coming year.

Izhikhothane – South Africa’s Bizarre Money-Burning Sub-Culture

Izikhothane, which loosely translates to 'brag it,' is a South African subculture of youths who dress themselves in designer clothes they can barely afford. They arrive in minivans at public spots and participate in elaborate dance-offs against rival gangs.  During these performances, they indulge in burning wads of cash, destroying their clothes and spilling expensive food and alcohol on the streets. Why, you ask? To show off, obviously.

Tuesday 1 January 2019

​In 1983, Isaac Asimov predicted the world of 2019. Here's what he got right (and wrong).

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In 1983, the Toronto Star asked science fiction writer Isaac Asimov to predict what the world would be like in 2019. Considering the title of this article, some predictions were surprisingly astute. 

Those Famous Brands - How Companies Got Their Names

  Image credit Big company names are in your face every day, but do you know what they mean? In order to help you fill this gap of knowle...