10 Places That Look Imaginary But Are Actually Real

Original source : http://www.wonderslist.com
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Author : Ejaz Khan

Here is a list of most amazing magical places. The top 10 Places That Look Imaginary around the world, that look not normal, but are actually real.

Breaking The Sound Barrier

Original source : http://www.scientificamerican.com

Posted : March 2002

Author : Tobias Rossmann

What is the sound barrier?

The sound barrier, in aerodynamics, is the point at which an object moves from transonic to supersonic speed. The term, which occasionally has other meanings, came into use during World War II, when a number of aircraft started to encounter the effects of compressibility, a collection of several unrelated aerodynamic effects that "struck" their aircraft like an impediment to further acceleration. By the 1950s, new aircraft designs routinely "broke" the sound barrier

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The Radiating Beauty Of Wheel Icicles

Original source : http://www.funcage.com
Posted : January 2014
Author : max4u

With half melted droplets of water landing on the central hub of a wheel, they are flung outward in straight lines or curving arcs – something that would go totally unnoticed in warmer areas.

10 Most Common Diseases In The World

Original source : http://www.gizmocrazed.com
Posted : June 2012
Author : Nematoda

No one likes to visit a doctor or a hospital. However, there are some common diseases that people face very often during their life cycle. No matter how fit you are there are high chances that you might suffer from these diseases in your lifetime. Even though these diseases are common, you should not ignore them; if ignored, they might have serious implications. Following is the list of Top 10 common diseases in the world that you should know.

Duct Tape - Never leave Home Without It

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Duct tapes, an innovative invention. Many things can be done or made, using these tapes and the list is never ending. Here is an example of the versatility of these tapes by an innovative pilot...

Top 10 Major Incidents of 2013

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Author : Sarah Salman

Time passes by with the speed of light; a year comes and goes very fast. In our busy schedules we don’t have much time to appreciate the memories whether happy or sad. So here we have tried to put some major events of 2013 together. As far as events are concerned, 2013 was one of the most eventful year. We witnessed many bright and shiny mornings and delightful evenings in the whole year but at the same time we also witnessed many unbelievable moments in this year. Here we take a brief glance and review the top 10 major incidents of 2013.

20 Actual Statements From Car Insurance Claim

Original source : www.blippitt.com

Posted : February 2010

Author : Chris Monty

The following are actual statements found on insurance forms where car drivers tried to summarize the details of an accident in the fewest possible words. Some of these are actually quite old, in fact I remember my mom (who used to work for an insurance company) showing me some of these about 20 years ago. I haven’t seen them for a long time, so maybe they will be new to you or at least raise a laugh (which is our hope).

Enjoy:

Researchers Develop Lithium Ion Battery That Can Charge An Electric Car For 27 Years

Original source : http://techflesh.com
Posted : January 2014
Author : The admin

The problem with electric cars these days is that their lithium-ion batteries need to be replaced every few years, with some costing in the upwards of $10,000+. Researchers at the Center for Solar Energy and Hydrogen Research Baden-Wurttemburg (ZSW) have developed one of the most efficient lithium-ion batteries yet, and in an electric vehicle they’re expected to retain 85% of their capacity after being charged every day for “about 27.4 years.”

Muskoka Lakes Boathouse By Christopher Simmonds

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Muskoka Lakes Boathouse by Ottawa-based studio Christopher Simmonds Architect is located in Muskoka Lakes, Ontario, Canada. The construction that gets its name from its location is a renewal of an existing boathouse with 600 square meters, it includes a second guest suite and roof terrace. Its design in the wilderness provides varied views as well as a sheltering foil to the open lake breezes and water traffic.

10 Controversial Archaeological Discoveries You Should Not Miss

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Posted : December 2013

Author : The admin

Hundreds of strange archaeological discoveries have been made in modern history. However, many archaeological discoveries also offer a tempting insight into unsolved mysteries, which continue to fascinate people around the world. Check out these 10 controversial archaeological discoveries and find out why each one stimulates debate between scientists, historians, or the general public.

Bullets Cut In Half

Original source : http://www.toxel.com

Posted : January 2014

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Fascinating photos by Los Angeles based photographer Sabine Pearlman reveal hidden complexity and beauty in the designs of modern bullets. The bullets were photographed inside of a World War II bunker in Switzerland. A lot of engineering went into the creation of each bullet. Beautiful images stand in vast contrast to the destructive purpose of these objects.

Poison Apple Seeds

Original source : http://1000weirdfacts.com
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Author : Mark Beselt

Weird Fact: Apple seeds are poisonous.

Apple seeds contain cyanide. And while your body can cope with the small amounts found in the seeds of just one apple, it is certainly possible to eat enough that you die.

Coolest Latest Gadgets – See, Hear, Feel The Music

Original source : http://sclick.net
Posted : December 2010
Author : The admin

When you really love music, browsing through your collection is a serious activity. And having more control over how and when you experience each song is unbelievably satisfying. That’s why the A-MUSI-T (pronounced Amusity) table by designers Idan Arbel, Dana Yichye-Shwachman and Yossi Lugassi will no doubt be a favorite among music lovers when or if it’s actually produced.

Chinese New Year

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Chinese New Year is an important traditional Chinese holiday celebrated on the first day of the year of the Chinese calendar. In China, it is also known as the Spring Festival, the literal translation of the modern Chinese name. Chinese New Year celebrations traditionally run from Chinese New Year's Eve, the last day of the last month of the Chinese calendar, to the Lantern Festival on the 15th day of the first month, making the festival the longest in the Chinese calendar. Because the Chinese calendar is lunisolar, the Chinese New Year is often referred to as the "Lunar New Year".

Happy Chinese New Year 2014

Gallop Towards A Prosperous Year

Of The Wooden Horse

Wishing All My Chinese Friends And Readers Of This Blog

Happy Chinese New Year 2014

~Blog Admin~

Top 10 Poisonous Foods We Love To Eat

Original source : http://www.wonders-world.com
Posted : March 2010
Author : The admin

Everyday we chow down on food produced from plants that carry deadly poisons. Most of the time we don’t need to be concerned with this as the mass production of fruit and vegetables ensures that we are usually safe, but from time to time people accidentally kill themselves by unwittingly eating the wrong part of a plant. In order to ensure that this never happens to you, I have put together a list of the most commonly seen poisons that we come in to contact with in our kitchens.

10 Tips To Improve Your Speaking Voice

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One of the most important components of public speaking is the sound of your voice. It influences the impact of your message, and might even make or break the success of your speech. Fortunately, for many people, good voice quality can be learned.

Convert An External Hard Disk Into A Music System

Original source : http://sclick.net
Posted : June 2011
Author : The admin

Indian designers Jaineel Shah devised an interesting digital accessory named Groovestrap, when the built-in mini-USB interface connecting with mobile hard drive, this T-shaped gadget can turn a 2.5-inch external hard drive to be a MP3 player, there’s a control panel with a display, and the rotating buttons of both sides can adjust the music volume and shift the tracks.

There’s a point, however, that put me to a stand, how to supply the power to it?

Quickly Expel Hot Air From Your Oven-Like Car With A Japanese Door Trick

Original source : http://lifehacker.com
Posted : July 2011

Author : Adam Pash

It's summer, and if you live anywhere the sun shines, science dictates that it gets stupid hot inside your car when it's closed up and baking in the sun. According to this Japanese video, rolling down one window and opening and closing the opposite door a handful of times will quickly and effectively cool down a hot car.

The 10 Most Sketchy-Sounding Airline Names, In Order

Original source : http://www.huffingtonpost.com

Posted : November 2013

Author : Suzy Strutner

Budget airlines like Ryanair and EasyJet are known for skimping on everything from reclining seats to airport check-in in an effort to cut costs and bring us the cheapest tickets in the industry. One element that costs zero dollars, however, is an airline's name. Even though they cost nothing to think up, the names of budget airlines always manage to sound, well, cheap. Here are the sketchiest ones we know of, in order.