16 Most Expensive Materials In The World

World’s First Smart Hunting Rifle

The world is blessed with smart hunting rifles; these are intended to give hunters with never miss again shots capability. The smart hunting technology is featured with video streaming technology, an integrated wireless hot spot and an application. The tracking point rifle was developed and brought to display at the International CES conference this week. The rifle has been built to have the most accurate long range shooting system, making it second to none in the entire world. The main purpose of smart shooting system is to provide hunters and users with real time precision shooting.

1966 Batmobile Sold For $4.2 Million

Who doesn’t know Batman? The caped crusader of Gotham fighting crime with his own sense of justice has been around for a long time. My father knows of him, I do and I am pretty sure my children will as well. First created by Bob Kane, Batman’s TV series run from 1966-1968. The Batmobile used in these series was sold to Rick Champagne, a 56 year old citizen from Arizona for $4.2 million (2.6 million Euro) in a US auction.

10 Best Libraries In The World

Libraries represent man's most successful attempt in democratizing knowledge. In the modern age, these magnificent institutions have also developed into important social structures that facilitate not just the reading of books, but a meeting point of different people, different ideas, discussion and debate. Libraries, especially the ones featured on this list tend to be the epicenter of activity in neighbourhood in which they are located. Here is a list of 10 of the best libraries in the world, ones that we wished we could spend whole days in, if only they were closer home.

Zero Helicopter

How many times are we stuck in the traffic and we dream about flying away from the urban jungle? Hector Del Amo, a Spanish designer from Gijon, has found a smart solution to it, its name is Zero helicopter concept and it is thought as a personal urban transportation. The name comes from its round shape recalling the number zero.

Safety First!

Many industrial accidents occur due to negligence; safety to oneself is set aside, so long as the work is done. These pictures would show how accidents could happen due to negligence...

7 Most Daring And Dangerous Stunts Ever Performed

It may be a very esoteric job role but stunt performers consider their career path as an art because it takes immense amount of skill and bravery to go out and do what they do everyday. Even one moments hesitation could cost these men their lives and everyday on the job is risking it. Here's a list of the craziest, most daring, and, as some might even consider, the most stupid stunts ever performed. These stuntmen have gathered a fanbase and almost become a cult because of their bravado.

Chevrolet From The Future

Created by car designer Michael Vetter at The Car Factory in Florida. This concept car costs £75,000.

Top 10 Lies Women Tell Men

It is said since long that woman is mysterious and enigmatic. You can never find out what’s going in the mind of a woman. If you are thinking that she will never lie to you then perhaps you are very wrong. Women do lie and this is the truth of life. These lies may vary from simple white lies to great secrets. She may be lying to cover herself or protect your feelings, however you should be beware of such lies. Here is the list of Top 10 lies women tell men.

Creative Car Advertisements

Fulvio Bonavia is an Italian photographer. He began his career with the work of graphic designer and illustrator, processing books and posters. And now he is known for its vibrant advertising companies for such automobile grands as Jaguar, BMW, Saab, Alfa Romeo, Daimler-Chrysler, Audi. Talented work of Fulvio Bonavia were often marked by various awards. In this post we present you clever and creative works of the photographer so that you appreciated his skill. 

13 Most Bizarrely Shaped Islands On Earth

Written by: Simone Preuss

13. Dolphin

There are so many stunning landscapes on Earth, yet nature never ceases to amaze. Islands are often beautiful enough in their own right when seen from ground level: we don’t need to discern any particular pattern in their design. When viewed from above, you might imagine the shape of islands to be random too, but a look at the following images may make you think again. Sprawled out in the oceans, islands can paint many a strange picture. Mother Nature certainly seems to have had a sense of humor in designing them!

This coral reef island – situated off the north coast of Flores Island, Indonesia – is simply stunning. It looks as though the shape of island was inspired by dolphins that might have been swimming around it. Simply breathtaking!

Top 5 Most Famous Facts That Are Wrong

5. Charles Darwin Was the First to Conceive the Theory of Evolution

Like the telephone, no timely idea is birthed by a single mother. There is almost always more than one person working on a good idea at the same time, with one of them inevitably getting most of the credit in the end. This was not only true of inventions, but of scientific theories as well - in this case the (at the time) controversial theory of evolution. British naturalist Charles Darwin is usually credited with coming up with the concept, but the fact is there were any number of scientists and naturalists working on the thorny issue of how human beings got here (in a non-Biblical way). The foundation for the idea may have been laid down by the Greek philosopher and scientist Anaximander (610 BCE-546 BCE), who was the first to suggest that physical forces, rather than supernatural forces, create order in the universe.

Top 5 Issues Facing The American Youth Today

5. Obesity

Our kids are fat and getting fatter. Recent numbers show that 20% of American children are obese. Not chubby – OBESE! Video games, TV, the internet and fast food are partly to blame. Kids are spending more time sitting in front of a TV/computer screen than running around outside. This sedentary lifestyle has consequences. Socially, it’s no secret that overweight kids are going to be subject to ridicule from their peers – it’s sad, but nevertheless true. This can result in such issues as low self-esteem, depression, etc. Then there are the health concerns. High blood pressure, diabetes and other maladies that is associated with obesity. Psychologically and physically, obesity is an issue that can be resolved with a simple increase in activity and awareness.

10 Most Dangerous Cities In The World

Some of the most breathtaking areas of the world are unfortunately riddled with crime, conflict and violence. It is therefore practical for travelers to investigate the crime status of various locales around the world before getting tempted by what you perceive to be adventure and unexplored beauty. With this in mind we have compiled a list of the 10 most dangerous cities in the world as of the end of the year 2012.

Xiao Yens House - By Craig Steely Architecture

Xiao-Yens House is a stunning property in San Francisco, California. This house transformation is the work of Craig Steely Architecture, the owners wanted a contemporary space that included a more open plan for work and living. The extensive remodel of the house began by tearing away the substandard remodeling that had taken place over the past 100 years and replacing it with spaces more appropriate to the clients program. These included a more open plan for work and living, a sod roof, and a glass penthouse with the roof supported by a steel exoskeleton.

The Great Blue Hole Of Belize

If you are a diving enthusiast, this Blue Hole in Belize is a must visit spot on Earth.  The Great Blue Hole is located in Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System, about 60 miles away from Belize City. It is believed that this hole is the world’s largest sea-hole. It is about 125 meters deep and its diameter is about 300 meters wide. It has been created as a cause of sea level increase about 65,000 years ago.

Air France Pilot 'Insults' Moroccan King

By : Dan MacGuill

Published: 11 Feb 2013

An Air France pilot’s attempt at a joke has outraged a group of passengers and landed the airline giant in court. Was it an innocent attempt to calm a group of frustrated fliers or the ‘racist and discriminatory’ mocking of a nation’s leader? 

US Politicians' Previous Jobs

As the recent sexual harassment allegations against Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain illustrate, pre-political history can haunt or help a candidate. We take a look at the lives of political leaders before they detoured into politics ­- from actors to athletes, musicians to musclemen.

I’m Watch Smartwatch Review

by Julie

The i’m Watch from Italian based i’m is not only a wrist watch that will display the time of day, it’s actually an Android smartwatch companion for your Bluetooth enabled iPhone or Android based smartphone. In addition to performing as a speakerphone, it can even run its own apps. Let’s give it a spin. Note: Images can be clicked to view a larger size.

Top 3 KL Bakeries

By : Alexandra Prabaharan

The finest places in KL to indulge in great bread 

This savoury crusty sun dried tomato bread from Hiestand just begs to be tucked into.

Bread lovers are always in search of the best bakery in town to get their delicious crusty carbohydrate fix. While many of the spots in the city adjust their flavours to suit the Malaysian palate resulting in sweet and chewy breads, we tracked down the three best KL bakeries that stay true to authentic European flavours.