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Ah, gay Paris! Along with London and New York, France’s capital city is amongst the most iconic and often visited city in the world. From the utterly stunning architecture and art around every corner, the world-leading gastronomic scene and the incredibly rich and the diverse history, Paris is a must for anyone interested in travel.

There are many instances of music being used in movies to excellent effect. A cleverly chosen song can enhance a scene, add emotive depth, and create powerful associations between the audio and visual aspects of the film in question. Sometimes, this is done so well that the songs stand out and achieve recognition regardless of

With the world in enforced isolation, video software has become more important than ever. Conferencing apps like Zoom are a lifeline to people in lockdown. For many of us, they are the only way to see our loved ones face to face, as well as a tool for work and education. But not everyone has

Comedy superstars Monty Python’s famous 1969 sketch brought to our attention the very realistic dangers posed by a would-be attacker armed with a piece of fresh fruit. And while their self-defence class centered on the banana’s use as a weapon, fresh fruit’s fatal potential is no laughing matter. Whether it be from choking, poisoning, a

The Perseverance has landed. On February 18, NASA’s most ambitious rover to date competed a nearly seven-month journey from Earth to begin a years-long exploration of the red planet. Weighing a metric ton and costing more than $2 billion to design, construct and validate, Perseverance has one overarching goal: finding unprecedented evidence of ancient life

The world around us consists of shapes. Every creature or object we see, touch or interact with, are made of shapes. Yet, these shapes are one thing we frequently ignore. We bet many people do not know the name of the shape of their eye. (The shape of your eye is close to a sphere

It seems that every day, there’s an article online about a species that humans have driven to extinction. It’s a sad fact of life that people have been hunting, eating, and killing other species for millennia, but we aren’t all bad — sometimes, we create new species. As it happens, several species wouldn’t even exist

That abandoned house at the end of your street is pretty creepy. The story your older cousins told you about the guy with a hook for a hand calling the babysitter from inside the house (or something like that – you were too busy trying not to pee your pants to listen), that was really

Desperate times call for desperate measures—what would you do to make some money if you really needed it? There are unusual paths to financial success, and some people get very creative. They see a unique gap in the market and take the opportunity to fill it. It’s a strange world, and things only get more

5G in telecommunications is the recently launched fifth-generation technology and is the latest standard for broadband cellular networks. 5G enables a novel kind of network specifically created to connect virtually everything and every person, including machines, devices, and even objects. 5G wireless technology will potentially deliver ultra-low latency, higher multi-Gbps peak data speeds, more reliability,

Like Hal 9000 in 2001: A Space Odyssey, sometimes technology turns rogue. Interactive devices might seem innocent, but it is only a matter of time before they start screaming expletives at your family and ordering you to commit murder. Alexa is no exception. Amazon’s digital helper has, on many occasions, flipped out and turned against

No matter your gender, sexual orientation, political views, or religion, there are objects in this world that our brains will, consciously or not, remind you of sex. Or at least something sexual. The technical term for this is arousal, but we also know it as “getting turned on.” Your heart rate increases, you might breathe

Conspiracy theories try to explain harmful or tragic events caused by the actions of powerful groups. Such an explanation rejects the accepted narrative surrounding these events. Of course, the official version may be considered additional proof of the conspiracy or cover-up. We are counting down the top ten conspiracy theories involving clones. Let’s look into

Have you noticed that the global crime rate has skyrocketed in the past few years? Just consider this: the Global Peace Index recently ranked Los Cabos, Mexico, as the most murderous place on earth. The statistics stand at a shocking 111 deaths for every 100,000 people. The same institution also ranked Afghanistan as the world’s

The Mandalorian was touted as the flagship show of Disney+ since its announcement in early 2019, and over the course of its first two seasons it has been an unmitigated success. Combining elements of the old with elements of the new, the show is nostalgic yet forward-looking and proved to be a hit with both

Love them or hate them, cover versions of old songs are a fact of life, and there are more of them around now than ever before, with everyone from Justin Beiber to Miley Cyrus getting in on the act. These efforts are often done as tributes to the original artists – imitation is the sincerest

There are some animals with real superpowers that would make even Batman jealous. The amazing abilities that these creatures possess may seem like something out of a comic book, but they’re authentic. Let’s dive in and look into the top ten magical powers attributed to animals.  10 Lyrebirds Lyrebirds are amazing imitators and are of two species

Sid Vicious was a punk rock icon, former bassist in the Sex Pistols, a heroin addict, and a suspected murderer. In 1978, his girlfriend, 20-year-old Nancy Spungen, was found murdered on the bathroom floor of the Chelsea Hotel room they shared in New York City. Less than four months later, Sid died of a fatal

There is no shortage of lists of the “best” or “worst” presidents in U.S. History. Historians seem to relish the opportunity to grade our leaders on their performance in the top job. The following list does not take into consideration whether the individual was a good or bad president, but rather looks at the character

Per the unofficial “20 years later” nostalgia cycle, 2001 is scheduled for a resurgence. Before long, we’ll all be pining for flip phones and the Yahoo! search engine. A few weeks ago we looked at some of the best albums from that year. We now turn our attention to the cinema with a mix of

It’s 2021 and the world has changed. But the beauty of Earth’s most mysterious locations remains. These places are steeped in history and legend and make for mesmerizing photographs. Some which are easily accessible have become tourist fodder, while the ones that are harder to reach remain somewhat hidden away except for a series of

New and advanced devices are always coming up in a technologically dynamic world. Ultimately, this renders older ones obsolete. You might agree that technological advancements happen fast—computers and mobile phones are excellent examples. But the irony is, while technology keeps advancing in leaps and bounds, some primitive methods and devices have managed to stand out,

Information technology or IT remains one of the most versatile, fast-growing fields, and research shows that being skilled in high demand tech boosts compensation. If you’re looking to shift or advance in your career with new tech certifications and expertise, consider mastering the following tech skills.  Employers are headhunting for the latest, in-demand skills. Tech has taken on

You do spoil your dog, and it’s only right as they are a part of your family. While many inventions aim to make dogs self-sufficient while they are at home alone, no technological marvel bests spending time with them or frolicking together in the outdoors. While you might second guess these unique pet products, hang

There is always some truth in the most mysterious and terrifying stories out there. And the best of these stories leave you with the chills. Even for people who love spooky stuff, there are still some genuinely bizarre occurrences that give them the creeps.  Every year, authorities record cases of individuals who simply vanish in

Although a decent chef can work wonders with any set of culinary tools, having the right ones can definitely help. A set of cookware, cutting boards, and knives are just some of the practical items you’ll see in every kitchen. But what about the goofy kitchen gadget you impulse bought and only used once? Maybe the gadget only has one specific

Liquid ivory? This lost craft is among the oddballs of history that nobody saw coming. More surprises lead to unknown kingdoms, bizarre corpses, and deadly weapons made from people. Top 10 Fascinating Discoveries Involving Fluorescence 10 A Mummy Full Of Grasshoppers In 1937, a mummy turned up in Texas. The man died between 1,400 to

Dozens of cover songs flood radio stations every year. Sometimes cover versions happen on the spur of the moment during a live concert and other times covers are thoughtfully put together with the hopes of either reviving a band’s popularity or in tribute after the original singers pass away. Many cover songs have been recorded

We have completely transformed our world through the immense amount of buildings we have constructed, leaving only a few places untouched by man. While many buildings exist for the purpose of serving food, selling things, or living in, there is actually a very rare yet interesting type of building that has been designed to keep

Anyone who’s had a pet dog, cat, or other animal is well aware of their amazing abilities. A dog can smell scents and odors imperceptible to people, and a cat’s fantastic balance and nimble coordination are greater than those of the most gifted acrobat or gymnast. Animals that aren’t usually kept as pets also exhibit