The odds of getting struck by lightning in any given year are about 1 in 300,000. And although roughly 90% of those struck survive, the electrical discharge scars some of them with a tattoo-like mark, known as the Lichtenberg figure. But that’s not all. A lightning bolt can heat the surrounding air to 27,760 degrees Celsius – which is five times hotter than the sun – and can contain up to 1 billion volts of electricity.
The odds of getting struck by lightning in any given year are about 1 in 300,000. And although roughly 90% of those struck survive, the electrical discharge scars some of them with a tattoo-like mark, ...
I went to Bangkok for one reason. To eat at Jai Fai. She has been featured on various TV shows and YouTube channels. I think why it was so important to me to go was because she seemed to have retained her street food simplicity. She is one of only two Michelin star recipients that sell street food in Thailand. She doesn’t care for it much and doesn’t even display it in her restaurant. However, the food is that good. She deserves that star.
I went to Bangkok for one reason. To eat at Jai Fai. She has been featured on various TV shows and YouTube channels.
Every dog owner knows how much their beloved pets miss them when they’re gone, even if it’s just a quick walk to the post office. At the exact moment you return back, your buddy just bursts with joy, ready to celebrate your arrival. But this 6-year-old Vizsla Murray is not really an ordinary example. This dog has his own creative way to show how happy he is when his owner finally arrives home, and the internet is already loving it.
Every dog owner knows how much their beloved pets miss them when they’re gone, even if it’s just a quick walk to the post office.
Identical twin brothers Josh and Jeremy Salyers proposed to identical twin sisters Brittany and Briana Deane on the 2nd of February (or 2-2), and the couple of couples have just gotten married in a joint ceremony at the 2018 Twins Days Festival in Twinsburg, Ohio. The ceremony was themed “Twice Upon a Time,” with identical twin ministers leading the way.
Identical twin brothers Josh and Jeremy Salyers proposed to identical twin sisters Brittany and Briana Deane on the 2nd of February (or 2-2), ...
Some like them boiled, some scrambled, but Michele Baldini likes them in the form of art. What is "them"? Eggs, of course. From fruit to animals, from movies to ... Trump. Michele takes raw or cooked eggs, shapes them into various figures and shares the images of his artwork on his Instagram, cleverly called The Eggs-hibit.
Some like them boiled, some scrambled, but Michele Baldini likes them in the form of art. What is "them"? Eggs, of course. From fruit to animals, from movies to ... Trump.
John McNamee is the artist behind Pie Comic, hand-drawn comics that feature a dry, sarcastic humor that hits you hard in the chuckles. John started drawing Pie Comics back in college, and just never stopped. He has since worked for satirical news organization 'The Onion' and now works for Cartoon Network.
John McNamee is the artist behind Pie Comic, hand-drawn comics that feature a dry, sarcastic humor that hits you hard in the chuckles.
Dogs may be man’s best friend but this doesn’t mean that man is always friendly towards dogs. Whether it’s dog fighting, abuse or neglect there are some people out there who are pretty cruel to these animals. Bertram the Pomeranian learned this horrible lesson when he was left behind by his breeders because he was ‘too big to sell.’ Luckily for Bert, New York artist Kathy Grayson found him on petfinder and immediately decided to adopt the pup.
Dogs may be man’s best friend but this doesn’t mean that man is always friendly towards dogs. Whether it’s dog fighting, ...
A bridge outside Da Nang in Vietnam is wowing visitors with its elegant design – seemingly being held aloft by two giant stone hands. Known as the Golden Bridge, it stands 1,400m above sea level above the Ba Na hills, offering majestic views of the surrounding countryside. The gold-colored walkway is lined with purple Lobelia Chrysanthemums and extends for almost 150 metres, curving around in an elegant design.
A bridge outside Da Nang in Vietnam is wowing visitors with its elegant design – seemingly being held aloft by two giant stone hands.
Instagram beauties across the platform have been relying on their boyfriends' as their personal photographers to achieve the perfect shot. But once hidden behind a lense these men no longer live in the shadows, thanks to the Instagram and Facebook accounts “Boyfriends of Instagram." The pages post photos people have shared of boyfriends' going to some pretty impressive lengths to photograph their girlfriends'.
Instagram beauties across the platform have been relying on their boyfriends' as their personal photographers to achieve the perfect shot.
From kicking ass to kicking down stigmas, actor Jon Bernthal of AMC’s ‘The Walking Dead’ is using his platform to advocate for pit bulls. Through social media posts and video PSA’s, the longtime animal activist shows off the sweet and lovable side of these dogs with the help of his own pets. The newest addition to his furry family is a rescued pit he calls Lil Bam Bam Bernthal, who he adopted in 2017.
From kicking ass to kicking down stigmas, actor Jon Bernthal of AMC’s ‘The Walking Dead’ is using his platform to advocate for pit bulls.
There is a mystical quality about snow and ice, which is perhaps is what makes Iceland such a captivating location. New York City based photographer and filmmaker Drew Doggett, managed to capture a sliver of this magic in his new photo series ‘In the Realm of Legends,’ documenting the wild horses that rove the island.
There is a mystical quality about snow and ice, which is perhaps is what makes Iceland such a captivating location.
They say behind every great man is an even greater woman and nobody proves this like actor Brad Pitt. Honored twice as People magazines ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ (in 1995 and 2000), we have seen the gorgeous actor evolve through countless looks, but one Twitter user discovered something bizarre about his transformations. Pitt, like a chameleon, has changed his style throughout the years to match every new girlfriend.
They say behind every great man is an even greater woman and nobody proves this like actor Brad Pitt.
Vincent Flouret, a French fashion photographer from Paris, has been working on a project recently that is very close to his heart; it features his beloved dog, 6-year-old Max. Vincent and Max have recreated iconic music video scenes and album covers by Madonna, in a project he has called “Maxdonna.” The money collected from the sold prints of “Maxdonna” will be donated to Madonna’s charity Raising Malawi.
Vincent Flouret, a French fashion photographer from Paris, has been working on a project recently that is very close to his heart; it features his beloved dog, 6-year-old Max.
Now, with Youtube videos for guidance, DIY has never been easier and more available to everyone. Of course, there are still certain areas where a professional is definitely needed, but sometimes all it takes is some basic carpentry, a lick of paint and a creative mind to make even the most rundown room look fresh and modern! Need some inspiration? We have compiled a list of our favorite room renovations.
Now, with Youtube videos for guidance, DIY has never been easier and more available to everyone. Of course, there are still certain areas where a professional is definitely needed, ...
San Diego Comic Con is perhaps the biggest convention of its kind in the entire world, with thousands of fans waiting for it every year. It combines pop with geek culture and encompasses many genres and media. This year, Comic Con took place between 19 and 22 of July and celebrated the gathering of thousands of fans, geeks and cosplayers.
San Diego Comic Con is perhaps the biggest convention of its kind in the entire world, with thousands of fans waiting for it every year.
People travel far and wide to view one of nature’s most spectacular sights, the waterfall. Somebody at Chinese construction company Guizhou Ludiya Property Management recognized this and thought, “Hey, why don’t we build a waterfall on the side of our skyscraper?” And so they created the world’s tallest man-made waterfall, and people can’t quite decide if it’s a good idea or not.
People travel far and wide to view one of nature’s most spectacular sights, the waterfall. Somebody at Chinese construction company Guizhou Ludiya Property Management recognized this and thought, ...
The best books can spark our imagination and in the case of James Trevino, even our creativity. The 24-year-old has made a name for himself by arranging his book collection to depict elaborate literary scenes. A self-proclaimed 'bookstagrammer', Trevino has managed to pull in 120k Instagram followers for his ornate creations (in addition to being pretty easy on the eyes himself). He said the idea to start creating the pieces "just sort of happened."
The best books can spark our imagination and in the case of James Trevino, even our creativity. The 24-year- ...
A few weeks ago I shot all of these photos during this magical morning; a morning I will never forget. On this particular morning thick fog covered the area of the famous windmill village Zaanse Schans in the Netherlands. I was lucky to be there around 5 AM in the morning and take these photos. It was like I was walking in a fairytale.
A few weeks ago I shot all of these photos during this magical morning; a morning I will never forget.
Sarah Hegarty is a groomer who owns not one, not two, but four Samoyeds and her Instagram account ‘The Samoyed Siblings‘ is dedicated to their heavenly beauty. Hegarty is not only a dog mom but has two toddlers under the age of two, so her life can get pretty hectic. Despite the chaos, it is no doubt all worth it.
Sarah Hegarty is a groomer who owns not one, not two, but four Samoyeds and her Instagram account ‘The Samoyed Siblings‘ is dedicated to their heavenly beauty.
Although plane crashes are relatively rare, the death toll is usually high due to a large number of people onboard. Sometimes, people get lucky and become the sole survivors of plane crashes. But, for many of these survivors, living through the crash was only the beginning as they then had to survive dire conditions.
Although plane crashes are relatively rare, the death toll is usually high due to a large number of people onboard. Sometimes, people get lucky and become the sole survivors of plane crashes.
Service dog Banner has a heart of gold. Not only is she dedicated to helping owner Whitney Braley with her disability, she also has a knack for rescuing other animals in need and caring for them
Service dog Banner has a heart of gold. Not only is she dedicated to helping owner Whitney Braley with her disability, she also has a knack for rescuing other animals in need and caring for them
Baby Chanco is a six-month-old girl from Japan. Her mom shared her baby pictures on Instagram and people had a hard time believing what they saw – this tiny baby has ridiculously exquisite hair. Chanco was born with a head full of hair and in six months her mane only grew and now the girl has some impressive locks.
Baby Chanco is a six-month-old girl from Japan. Her mom shared her baby pictures on Instagram and people had a hard time believing what they saw – this tiny baby has ridiculously exquisite hair.
Walt Disney received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1964.
Walt Disney received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1964.
You've probably heard of the 27 club, a tragic list of iconic people who passed away at that age, often due to the hedonistic and high-risk lifestyles they pursued. Many of our most brilliant and talented people sadly follow a similar pattern, they shine incredibly bright before departing way too soon. Jim Morrison, Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain and Janis Joplin are high-profile examples of this. How would these icons look today?
You've probably heard of the 27 club, a tragic list of iconic people who passed away at that age, often due to the hedonistic and high-risk lifestyles they pursued.
When it comes to work and business, many of us have experienced the moment when you have to push through no matter what and perform to your very best. Walter Carr, a 20-year-old from Homewood, who is hoping to become a marine, knew that there was no turning back when his car broke down the evening before his first day at a moving company, located 20 miles away. So, Walter did not hesitate and looked at the situation from a rather brave perspective.
When it comes to work and business, many of us have experienced the moment when you have to push through no matter what and perform to your very best.
Mindaugas Dudenas is a freelance graphic designer from Lithuania known for his clean, minimalist works, and this series is not an exception. Called “Type in Motion”, it explores the meanings behind words in clever typography animations. Dudenas illustrates simple everyday words, turning them into visual representations of their own identity. He takes a familiar part of the meaning we all have in our heads and adds it to the actual word.
Mindaugas Dudenas is a freelance graphic designer from Lithuania known for his clean, minimalist works, and this series is not an exception.
Like many homeowners, Jess and Alex Monney decided to renovate their bathroom. During home improvements, you never know what you’ll find once you start to scrape wallpaper, remove flooring, or even tear down walls, but the Monneys came across a truly surprising discovery from the home’s former owners.
Like many homeowners, Jess and Alex Monney decided to renovate their bathroom. During home improvements, you never know what you’ll find once you start to scrape wallpaper, remove flooring, ...
NASA Is Preparing This Girl To Become The First Human On Mars And She’s Only 17 (20 photo + 1 video)
Alyssa Carson is a 17-year-old girl from Baton Rouge, Louisiana whom NASA is training to become an astronaut. Her dream is to be the first person on Mars and she’s aiming for the 2033 first human mission to Mars. And the girl certainly has everything she needs to get there. Being the first person to complete the NASA Passport Program by going to all 14 NASA Visitor Centers.
Alyssa Carson is a 17-year-old girl from Baton Rouge, Louisiana whom NASA is training to become an astronaut.
In the history of criminal activities one name stands out, Pablo Escobar, the man infamous for large-scale drug trafficking. In his heyday, he had a net worth of $30 billion dollars ($56 billion today), along with various multi-million-dollar mansions all around the world. One of his main houses was in Medellín, Colombia, the region where he grew up. This huge mansion has since become ruins, but this place has now been turned into a paintball venue.
In the history of criminal activities one name stands out, Pablo Escobar, the man infamous for large-scale drug trafficking.
Meet Kareen Waris Olamilekan (also known as Waspa), an 11-year-old artist from Lagos, Nigeria, who is quickly gaining international recognition for his life-like drawings. This talented young man is currently studying at Ayowole Academy of Arts, calls himself a “bitty artist”, and dreams about seeing his works in a museum someday.
Meet Kareen Waris Olamilekan (also known as Waspa), an 11-year-old artist from Lagos, Nigeria, who is quickly gaining international recognition for his life-like drawings.
While school years are the perfect time to learn and grow, they can also prove to be a truly difficult period in one’s life, especially when you’re a teenager. 16-year-old Chloe Robson, from County Durham in the UK can attest to that since she’s been a target of bullying since the age of 7. No wonder she’s been dreading the reactions she’d get at prom.
While school years are the perfect time to learn and grow, they can also prove to be a truly difficult period in one’s life, especially when you’re a teenager.
Last year, when Dior’s pre-fall collection came out, people began to notice that some of their clothes looked oddly familiar. The designs put the small Romanian region of Bihor in the spotlight. As it turns out Dior’s coat bears a stunning similarity to the traditional Bihor coat.
Last year, when Dior’s pre-fall collection came out, people began to notice that some of their clothes looked oddly familiar. The designs put the small Romanian region of Bihor in the spotlight.
A few days ago, Mark Hough from Altadena, California set out to enjoy a margarita in his backyard but an uninvited guest interrupted his plans. “So I got up, looked over in the bushes and lo and behold there’ a bear climbing up over my fence,” Hough told. Intrigued by the surroundings, the beast instantly abandoned whatever plans it had and decided to have some fun instead.
A few days ago, Mark Hough from Altadena, California set out to enjoy a margarita in his backyard but an uninvited guest interrupted his plans.
At 22 years old, Laura Micetich AKA ‘The Iron Giantess’ weighed over 300lbs and was facing a raft of health issues including hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure and prediabetes. She realised that without a radical change in diet and lifestyle, her precious youth would be lost already and she was facing a short and difficult life.
At 22 years old, Laura Micetich AKA ‘The Iron Giantess’ weighed over 300lbs and was facing a raft of health issues including hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure and prediabetes.
Fishermen Mallory Harrigan, Cliff Russell and Allan Russell were out a few miles off shore from Labrador, Canada recently when they came across something quite extraordinary. Something was atop a small, mushroom-shaped iceberg, drifting helplessly out to sea, and it wasn’t a creature designed for swimming. It was a starving and terrified Arctic fox, wet through and under attack from circling seagulls.
Fishermen Mallory Harrigan, Cliff Russell and Allan Russell were out a few miles off shore from Labrador, Canada recently when they came across something quite extraordinary.